"I witnessed firsthand the effect that he has on a group of kids." The six 2024 Mr. Canisius finalists all had their photo taken with a faculty member of their choice during the seniors' fun-filled final day of school. Here is why Petros Kollidas ’24 chose physical education teacher Sam Belsito: “I have been spent countless gym classes, hockey practices and games with Mr. Belsito. Outside of hockey, Mr. Belsito’s gym classes are some of the best memories that I have," said Kollidas, who is from Clarence, attended Elmwood Franklin School and is headed to the Rochester Institute of Technology. “If I’m having a rough day, I know that I can go down to the gym and Mr. Belsito will be there for a laugh and to ref a game of pickleball, or kickball, or any sport in between. “My appreciation for Mr. Belsito greatly deepened last year as he coached my 10-year-old brother on the Wheatfield Blades. I witnessed firsthand the effect that he has on a group of kids outside of the school environme...