ALUMNI HALL OF FAME CRITERIA

ELIGIBILITY: Any GRADUATE of C.S.H.S./Palmer High School who has attained prominence in any field of endeavor and who has made outstanding contributions to society is eligible for nomination into the Alumni HOF. On May l5, 2004, the BOD unanimously approved a motion that states “Induction into the C.S.H.S./Palmer Alumni Hall of Fame is restricted to graduates. Others worthy of recognition will be honored by other methods.” Only three “Honorary” HOF inductions have been made and no others will be considered.

NOMINATION: Basically anyone who has knowledge of the graduate’s accomplishments may nominate that person. They are referred to as the Nominator. Generally, it is a relative, classmate, or friend who knows of their achievements and can get the supporting materials assembled.

NOMINATION PACKET: The following documentation needs to be present where applicable. A nominee’s chances of becoming a HOF honoree go up dramatically when a complete, well documented nomination is received. The HOF Selection Committee does not have the time or resources to research missing information. The nomination must stand on it’s own. Key information such as name and maiden names, date of graduation, current mailing address, phone number, and e-mail address if available is vital. The same information applies to the nominator except for graduation date.

*The nominator should write a nomination letter that gives an overview or synopsis of the nominee’s education, background and achievements. This is where any special honors and awards should be mentioned. The letter of nomination is a snapshot of the whole person and what makes them outstanding.

*Resumes help with the evaluation process because the HOF Selection Committee and BOD are looking for many of the same things that employers look for. Resumes help determine who the top nominees are.

*Letters of recommendation from colleagues and those in positions of authority can also reinforce the nomination.

*Newspaper clippings that document achievements or service to the community or the nation.

*Copies of articles authored by or about the nominee in his/her field of endeavor.

*Copies of awards, commendations and certificates of achievement or appreciation.

*Additional supporting materials such as video tapes, samples of works performed, etc., may also be considered.