The Jenkintown School District announced that it is still accepting nominations for the annual Alumni Hall of Fame Award which honors “distinguished alumni who have made significant contributions professionally or publicly, positively impacting their workplaces or the broader community,” the district said.

Recipients will be inducted during the Homecoming football game on October 25. Future inductions will take place at All Class Reunion celebrations.

The deadline for nominations is August 15. If you know a deserving candidate, you can fill out the nomination form.

Nomination Guidelines:

• The nominee must be a Jenkintown alumnus/na 
• The nominee has held leadership positions that have advanced their organization and/or
• The nominee has made significant contributions to further their profession or field and/or
• The nominee has made philanthropic contributions for the betterment of others
• Nominees must have graduated from Jenkintown at least 5 years prior to nomination

Questions can be directed to Dr. Jill Takacs at takacsj@jtowndrakes.org.

In related news, Jenkintown schools have unveiled a new website which features a “cleaner look, easier navigation, and a responsive design”, the district said.

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