Long Beach High School is among 148 public schools in New York to receive the 2021-22 Scholar-Athlete School of Excellence Award from The New York State Public High School Athletic Association, Inc. (NYSPHSAA). The purpose of the School of Excellence Award is to unite varsity coaches in challenging their teams to achieve a statewide academic honor.

Schools apply for School of Excellence status by having 75% of its varsity teams qualify for and receive the Scholar-Athlete team award during their respective sports seasons. For schools to be eligible to receive these prestigious awards, schools must apply following the Spring Scholar-Athlete submission each school year.

This fall, Long Beach High School will be presented a certificate and a commemorative award for receiving this award.

Date Added: 8/18/2022