Nominations being accepted for McHenry High School Distinguished Graduate program

The McHenry Community High School Foundation Committee is accepting nominations until March 1 for its Distinguished Graduate program, which recognizes McHenry High School alumni who have excellent career achievements, humanitarian work and community service.

To be considered for the award, nominees must have graduated from McHenry High School District 156 at least 15 years ago. Criteria used to determine Distinguished Graduates include having a wide sphere of influence, having a positive influence in the community, overcoming difficulties to reach goals, serving humanity and inspiring others.

The graduates selected for this award will be honored at the school’s annual Senior Honors Night in May and will be invited to participate in McHenry High School’s homecoming festivities in the fall. Also, a photo of the Distinguished Graduate and a list of accomplishments will be displayed in each school building along with Distinguished Graduates from previous years.

Nomination forms are available online on the Distinguished Graduate page on District 156′s website. Judging will be conducted by members of the community, District 156 staff and foundation members.

For details, call Carl Vallianatos, assistant superintendent for learning and innovation, at 815-385-7900.