Distinguished Alumni
2023 Distinguished Alumni Award recipients. From left to right: Stephanie Muñoz – Class of 2007, Stephanie Reyes – Class of 1996, John David Perez – Class of 2000, and Jane Hughson – Class of 1972.
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The Distinguished Alumni Award event aims to recognize and honor former San Marcos High School graduates whose achievements, strength of character, and citizenship serve as models to inspire and challenge today's youth. The SMEF alumni awards committee shall establish the highest standards in conferring these awards.
Eligibility for Distinguished Alumni Award:
Open to any alumnus or alumna who graduated from and attended San Marcos High School for a minimum of two (2) years.
Is at least 35 years of age at the time of the nomination.
Distinguished Alumni Nomination Procedure:
The following items are required for submittal via the SMEF Distinguished Alumni Google Form:
A typed cover letter summarizing the nominee’s eligibility;
a minimum of two (2) letters of support for the nomineel and
The nominee’s name
Any person may submit nominations and letters of support, except for family members of the nominee and San Marcos Education Foundation board members.
Completed nominations must be submitted by Friday, August 23, 2024.
Recognition reception and event details will be shared with the 2023 Distinguished Alumni Awardees.
Distinguished Young Alumni Award
Eligibility for the Distinguished Young Alumni Award is the same as for the Distinguished Alumni Award with the exception that this award is open to any alumnus or alumna who graduated from and attending San Marcos High School for a minimum of two (2) years and is UNDER 35 years of age. Only one (1) Distinguished Young Alumni Award will be given per year.
Awards will be given based on achievement in the alumni's field of service, their strength of character, and their positive impact on the community.