Hall of Fame

The Hall of Fame Award

The Mount Markham Central School Hall of Fame was established 1994-1995 as part of Mount Markham’s 25th Anniversary. In 1969, Mount Markham was formed when the school districts of Bridgewater, Leonardsville and West Winfield merged. The purpose of the Hall of Fame is to honor graduates of Mount Markham or its founding districts who have distinguished themselves after graduation and whom would be considered outstanding role models for current students.

Who can nominate someone for consideration to the Hall of Fame?

Any person may nominate a graduate for the Hall of Fame Award; self-nominations are also accepted. The nomination process includes a nomination form, support for the nomination and references submitted on behalf of the nominee. The nomination form, supporting materials and letters of reference must all be received in the district office by April 1st.

The Hall of Fame Selection Committee uses a standards-based rubric to evaluate nominees based upon the following criteria:

1. Evidence of unquestionable moral character and good standing in their profession and their community;
2. Professional accomplishments, education, leadership, and achievements that demonstrate skill and dedication, evidenced by peer recognition, awards, special recognition, honors, memberships, prizes, or appointments;
3. Contributions, and/or innovation to a store of knowledge that is unique to a field of work or significant contributions to the field evidenced through mentoring, professional writings, or other service to the field;
4. Contributions made, outside of your professional responsibilities, to humanity and/or areas of community service, or volunteer work.
5. Professional and/or personal biography containing life examples that may demonstrate resiliency and/or your philosophy, character demonstrated, and your pathway to success.
6. Characteristics demonstrated that embody lifelong learning and that demonstrate the nominee as a role model.

The Hall of Fame Selection Committee is a representative group of district stakeholders who are committed to identifying and recognizing graduates of our school community who have achieved distinction to such high levels as to merit Hall of Fame recognition and to serve as an inspiration to our students. Decisions regarding induction are made in late April; inductees are notified in early May and are invited to campus to participate in the Mount Markham High School Graduation and a Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. Inductees are invited to participate in the graduation ceremony.