Downey Hall of Fame seeks nominations

DOWNEY - Downey High School is searching for distinguished alumni who wish to be considered for induction into its Hall of Fame.The Hall of Fame opened in 1999 and currently has 70 inductees in the fields of Arts; Athletics, Civic, Community and Government; Education; and Professional. Distinguished alumni include George Pajon Jr., lead guitarist for the Black Eyed Peas; singers Richard and Karen Carpenter; Dr. Robert Ballard, discoverer of the Titanic; figure skaters JoJo Starbuck and Ken Shelley; and the late Jack Kyser, a renowned economist. To nominate a person for the Hall of Fame, call assistant principal John Baker at (562) 869-7301, ext. 5524, for an application.

********** Published: February 10, 2011 - Volume 9 - Issue 43