CATAGORIES AND CRITERIA
The following categories and criteria for nomination to the John Hay High School Alumni Association Hall of Fame were developed as a result of input from the Alumni Committee and other John Hay alumni. The final list of categories and criteria reflects the common characteristics of existing Hall of Famers and the wishes of the general committee as expressed in preliminary meetings. The submission of a name for consideration will be made in one of 12 categories:
Once a candidate is nominated in a category, he or she will be evaluated using the following criteria:
1. Exemplary achievements and recognition in their chosen field.
2. Outstanding citizenship.
3. Exhibit qualities of leadership.
4. Has made a meritorious contribution to society.
5. The candidate must demonstrate the qualities listed above in a manner that will inspire the students of John Hay High School in the pursuit of excellence.
- Medicine and Science – Graduates who are Surgeons, Specialists, and/or General Practitioners of high regard or distinction; Scientists whose findings have benefited humanity in an important area of existence or who have added substantially to the body of human knowledge; recipients of distinguished awards in any field of scientific endeavor; etc.
- Business and Professional – Graduates who are respected Engineers, Economists, influential stock market Analysts, CEOs of noted corporations or businesses, particularly successful Business Persons, Legal Professionals, etc.
- Arts and Entertainment – Graduates who are well-known or frequently published Writers, winners of prestigious literary, acting or artistic awards; influential Critics; recognized Musicians or Composers; media Celebrities; etc.
- Humanitarian and Service [Politics & Public Service Politics & Public Service] – Graduates who have rendered consistent and significant service to the local, state, national, or world communities.
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Once a candidate is nominated in a category, he or she will be evaluated using the following criteria:
1. Exemplary achievements and recognition in their chosen field.
2. Outstanding citizenship.
3. Exhibit qualities of leadership.
4. Has made a meritorious contribution to society.
5. The candidate must demonstrate the qualities listed above in a manner that will inspire the students of John Hay High School in the pursuit of excellence.