A statewide group committed to promoting health and physical literacy across the Empire State honored two Eastport-South Manor students for being outstanding in both athletics and academics.
ESM High School Seniors Jonathan DiMarcco and Danni Sparacio earned the New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance’s (AHPERD) Suffolk Zone Award.
The group recognizes one male and one female Suffolk County high school senior from each school district who exemplifies outstanding scholastic ability, physical education performance and leadership qualities.
In addition to honoring Suffolk County students, the group engages in numerous civic activities that promote health, physical fitness and education.
Grants are offered to educators who develop innovative ways to encourage and improve physical fitness and health programming for students. They also provide “fit club” competitions in schools across Suffolk County.
To learn more about the organization you can visit their website at NYSahperd.org or email them at nysahperd@nysahperd.org.