May 1, 2008 – Congratulations to the nearly 50 students districtwide who were honored with North Colonie Central School District’s Physical Education Department Leadership Awards. Recognized for demonstrating positive character traits, these students received their awards during the department’s fourth-annual Leadership Awards Ceremony on April 22.

“You have shown that you can be a role model for others and should be very proud of yourself,” said Director of Physical Education and Athletics David Herman in a letter to the recipients. “Our hope is that you will continue to develop your positive character traits to become leaders in our schools, on our sport teams and beyond high school.”

The school district offers a number of character education programs to help students become good citizens. The physical education component teaches students about good sportsmanship, leadership and character traits including honesty, respect, responsibility, integrity, perseverance, teamwork, courage, pride, loyalty and commitment.

View the complete list of award recipients.