Islip High School seniors Jack Whitehouse and Sara Geldmacher were recently recognized as winners of this year’s Suffolk Zone awards. Whitehouse is a member of the Buccaneers’ varsity lacrosse and wrestling teams, while Geldmacher plays for the girls varsity basketball and lacrosse teams.

The Suffolk Zone Chapter of the New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance annually honors the top male and female physical education students in each Suffolk County high school graduating class. The criteria include attainment of at least a 3.0 or B overall grade point average, an A or 90 in physical education and health classes, outstanding character in both classroom and school, exceptional leadership in the school environment, and status as a physical fitness role model for other students.

Date Added: 5/2/2025