The New York State Public High School Athletic Association, Inc. (NYSPHSAA) announces its 2022-2023 Schools of Distinction and Excellence. Several from Section XI earned the recognition this year, as always.
Schools can apply for School of Distinction status by having 100% of their varsity teams qualify for and receive the Scholar-Athlete team award during their respective sports seasons. To earn the School of Excellence Award, 75% of a school’s varsity teams must qualify and receive the Scholar-Athlete Team award.
The School of Distinction and School of Excellence Awards aim to unite athletic departments in challenging their teams to achieve a statewide academic honor. This year, 84 schools earned the School of Distinction Award, and 219 schools earned the School of Excellence Award.
Winning schools will receive their commemorative awards at their local athletic director workshop this fall.
To be eligible to receive these prestigious awards, schools must submit an application following the Spring Scholar-Athlete submission each school year.
The full list of School of Distinction and School of Excellence Award winners can be viewed using the links below.