The alumni to be honored are Judge Richard P. Carey, of Springfield, graduate of North High class of 1976; Mark Mack, graduate of South High class of 1979 (posthumous); Kenneth Martin, of Toledo, graduate of North High class of 1980; Margaret VanGundy, graduate of Springfield High class of 1949 (posthumous); Steven B. Vrooman, of Springfield, graduate of North High class of 1969 and Benjamin Yu, of Portland, Oregon, graduate of North High class of 2008.
High school student ambassadors will hold a tour of the building for the recipients as they learn about their accomplishments and a second tour of The Dome, former Springfield High School/South High School.
The events are planned by the Alumni of Distinction Award Committee, with activities provided through contributions from local business and individuals.
The event is open to the public. The cost is $34 per person, and prepaid reservations are due by April 17.
For reservations, call Sherry Casto at 937-505-2806. They can also be mailed to the Alumni of Distinction Award Committee, 700 S. Limestone St., Springfield, OH 45506. Checks should be made out to Springfield City School District, marked in the memo: Alumni Award Dinner and postmarked by April 17 in order to guarantee seating.
This program was established in 2005 by the Springfield Board of Education to recognize former students who have distinguished themselves through professional success and community services. The committee includes James Bacon, Elena Ackerson, W. Eugene Barnett, Jr., Joan Elder, Wendy Ford, Bonita Longo, Jim Rolfes, Richard Umbaugh, and Superintendent Bob Hill.
The recipient bios and photos will be released at a later date.
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