Northport HS Names Health & Phys-Ed Students Of The Month

NORTHPORT, NY — Two Northport High School seniors were honored at the April 8 Board of Education meeting for their achievements in the physical education and health departments, the Northport-East Northport School District announced.

Hannah Morawski was named physical education rotary student of the month while Hunter Guarnaschelli was named health rotary student of the month.

Hannah was described as being an "extension of her teachers" in her physical education classes by Director of Health, Physical Education and Athletics Mark Dantuono. Additionally, as coach of the girls’ basketball team, Hannah was instrumental in keeping the team motivated and positive during a difficult year.

Hunter was recognized for his ongoing hard work in his health and sports medicine classes. In addition to supporting health teacher Tracey Braun in extending the district’s CPR training program to fifth grade, Hunter’s International Baccalaureate essay on the impact of sports and athletics on student athlete’s mental health was a key factor in his recognition as student of the month.

Both Hannah and Hunter plan to study medicine next year at their respective universities; Hannah hopes to become an orthopedic surgeon while Hunter plans to pursue a career in anesthesiology.