Lawrence Primary School proudly congratulated Andy Villatoro and Heaven Land for being recognized with the prestigious Outstanding Physical Education award by the New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (NYS APHERD). This esteemed accolade celebrates students who exemplify responsible behavior, leadership, a commitment to physical activity and wellness, and overall excellence in physical education.
“We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Andy Villatoro and Heaven Land for their well-deserved recognition,” said Dr. Kristen Panzarella, Lawrence Primary School Principal. “Their exemplary dedication to physical fitness and wellness serves as an inspiration to their peers and embodies the spirit of our school’s commitment to promoting healthy living.”
Nominated by their Physical Education teachers, Bernard McQuillian and Tara Nelsen, Andy, and Heaven have demonstrated exceptional dedication and enthusiasm in promoting a healthy and active lifestyle within the school community.
Lawrence Primary School is deeply committed to instilling lifelong values of health and wellness in its students. Through engaging in physical education programs led by dedicated staff members, students are encouraged to embrace the benefits of physical activity while fostering essential skills such as teamwork, leadership, and resilience
The NYS AHPERD Outstanding Physical Education award underscores the importance of recognizing and celebrating students who excel in promoting the values of physical activity and well-being. Lawrence Primary School extends its gratitude to the Physical Education staff for their tireless efforts in teaching these essential values to students and for fostering an environment where achievements in this area are celebrated.
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