George Mason High Grads Welcome Second Child

2026-10-17 4:32 AM

Nate Martin (George Mason High School Class of 1994) and Erica Knight Martin (George Mason High School Class of 1996) announce the birth of their son, Holden Thomas Martin, on Dec. 23 at Virginia Hospital Center of Arlington.

Mother and son returned to their home on Capitol Hill in time for Christmas with their daughter, Alena, 4.

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