Feb. 8, 2008 - Congratulations to Shaker High School seniors Ashley Gansle, Steven Mercadante and Nick Murray, who were recently recognized by the Capital Zone of the New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance for their exceptional leadership qualities, scholastic achievement, athletic ability and citizenship.

The students received the organization’s annual Capital Zone Secondary Physical Education Leadership Award during the state association’s awards dinner on Sunday, Feb. 3 at the Century House in Latham.

The state association supports, encourages, facilitates, advocates and promotes physically active and healthy lifestyles through school and community programs in health education, physical education, recreation and dance.