Center Moriches High School Named Scholar-Athlete School of Distinction

Center Moriches High School has been named a New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) School of Distinction for the 2025-2026 school year, a prestigious designation that recognizes a school’s exceptional commitment to academic achievement across their athletic programs.

“This recognition reflects the culture we strive to build throughout our district, a culture where students understand that success in the classroom and on the field go hand in hand,” said Dr. Ricardo Soto, Superintendent of Schools. “Our student-athletes, coaches, teachers, and families all share a commitment to high expectations, and this achievement is a testament to their hard work, discipline, and dedication. We are incredibly proud of our students for representing Center Moriches with excellence in every aspect of their educational experience.”

To qualify for the honor, every varsity team at a school must earn NYSPHSAA Scholar-Athlete Team recognition during its respective sports season by meeting the organization's academic standard: at least 75 percent of each team's active roster must achieve a collective grade point average (GPA) of 90.00 or higher during the official marking period or sports season.

Center Moriches High School is one of only 118 schools statewide that received the School of Distinction Award for the 2025-2026 school year, placing the schools among a select group recognized for fostering a culture where academic success is a shared achievement across all varsity athletic programs.

For more information on the Center Moriches Union Free School District, visit the district’s website at cmschools.org. Happenings in the district can also be found on the district’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/cmschools.org/ #CMSchools