Hall of Distinction
The Hall of Distinction is a very prestigious honor given to outstanding Alumni or Plain Local Schools contributors.
The Plain Local Schools Alumni Association Hall of Distinction honors alumni, and other individuals in our community, who have distinguished themselves personally and / or professionally, have contributed time and talent to the Plain Local School District and who have exemplified the education and moral values that are respected by their community and school system.
To be considered for this honor, nominees must meet the eligibility requirements as defined by the Plain Local Schools Alumni Association. Those selected into the Hall of Distinction will be memorialized with a permanent likeness and inscriptions at GlenOak High School.
View all the current Hall of Distinction Members.
Hall of Distinction Induction Ceremony
On Thursday, October 3rd we recognized Plain Local Schools Alumni and others who have distinguished themselves and have exemplified their community and school system.
This year’s inductees were:
- Andreas Ellis 1990
- Kathy Jordan 1984 (from Conotton Valley High School)
- Scott Leszczynski 1990
- Dr. Laura Bowling 1989
- Dr. Louis Shaheen 1978
- Mac Worthington 1965
Introducing two new categories:
- Plain Foundation Honorary Eagle of Distinction: Jared Marcum 2020
- Plain Foundation Community Partner of the Year: The Rotary Club of Plain Township
If you have any questions, please email foundation@plainlocal.org or call 330-491-3870.
Make a Nomination for the 2025 Hall of Distinction
The Alumni Hall of Distinction is designed to recognize Plain Local Schools Alumni and other individuals who have distinguished themselves and have exemplified the education and moral values that are respected by their community and school system.
To be considered for this honor, nominees must meet the eligibility requirements as defined by the Plain Local Schools Alumni Association. Those selected into the Hall of Distinction will be memorialized with a permanent likeness and inscription at GlenOak High School.
Eligibility requirements:
- Must be a graduate of Middlebranch, Glenwood, Oakwood, or GlenOak high schools.
- Non-graduates may be nominated based on their association or contribution to the history and welfare of the Plain Local School District.
- The nominee shall have distinguished himself/herself in one or more of the following areas:
a) Community Contribution
b) Professional Accomplishment
c) Education
d) Political Leadership
e) Athletic Endeavors
f) Humanitarian Contributions
g) Other contributions - Nominee will attend the Hall of Distinction preferably in person. If unable to attend in person, arrangements will be made to meet virtually or by video.
In addition to the above individual, you can also nominate for our two newer categories:
- Plain Foundation Honorary Eagle of Distinction
The Plain Foundation Hall of Distinction committee, inspired by the family of Jared Marcum and their nomination of Jared to the Hall of Distinction, are proud to begin recognizing our Plain Local students who are no longer with us, but embodied what we look for in all of our inductees to the Hall of Distinction while they attended Plain Local schools: strong character & influence, a positive impact to our community, & considerable extra curricular involvement as a student. - Plain Foundation Community Partner of the Year
Strong, positive partnerships between Plain Local schools leadership and local businesses & organizations have been vital in supporting our students and our Plain Local community. Our local partners donations of time, money, involvement, and communication by working together to keep us informed of events has been instrumental in providing the most robust and comprehensive experiences, both in and out of our classrooms, for the Plain Local community.
Completed nominations will be accepted now through May 31st, 2025.
If you would prefer to complete a traditional paper application, please contact the Foundation office at 330-491-3870 or foundation@plainlocal.org and one will be mailed to you.
All persons making nominations will be informed of the final selections.
A selection committee made up of association members and members of the civic business community shall review the application and make a final decision. Final decisions remain with the Plain Local Alumni Association.