Academic Hall of Fame Nominations
Criteria for Selection
Must be a graduating student of Cardinal High School, Agency High School, Batavia High School, Eldon High School, or Selma High School and out of school for at least 5 years. Must meet at least one of the following criteria:
- Was in the top 5% of their class GPA.
- Had an ACT score of 30 or higher, or an SAT score of 1400 or higher.
- Was named a National Merit Scholar.
- Scored a 5 on an Advanced Placement exam.
- Won an individual or team academic award at a state, national, or international level competition (e.g., science fair, speech, FFA, and STEM competitions).
- Was elected to a statewide office in a school-sponsored activity during high school.
- Demonstrated leadership, character, and service to society.
- Won prestigious honors in their career.
OR, a staff member who has:
- Added value to academia beyond the boundaries of Cardinal.
- Consistently coached academic leaders within our district.
- Taught at Cardinal for a minimum of 10 years and been retired for at least 5 years
Nomination Process
The Academic Hall of Fame Committee shall be responsible for soliciting nominations every year. Solicitations may be made in school district publications (print or digital), local newspapers, at various school and community events, and from prior inductees. Nominations must be made in writing or online (see below) on the official nomination form and received by April 15, 2025. Nominations may be made by anyone connected to the Cardinal community. It is the responsibility of the nominator to provide personal information and a record of the achievements/contributions of the nominee.
Written nominations may be:
- Mailed or dropped off to Cardinal CSD, 4045 Ashland Road, Eldon, IA 52554
- Faxed to 641-652-3143
- Scanned and emailed to Cindy Lindner
Or submit a nomination form online:
Online Nomination Form
All fields are required.
Selection
A maximum of three candidates may be selected for induction each year. Candidates not selected may be reconsidered in subsequent years without the need for re-nomination for four years. Election shall be by secret ballot of the voting members of the Academic Hall of Fame Committee. The Committee shall agree prior to the balloting, on the particular procedures and rules that will govern the election process. During the first three years, up to five nominees may be selected each year.
Academic Hall of Fame Committee
The Academic Hall of Fame Committee shall be composed of five voting members, which include the following: The National Honor Society sponsor, an administrative/lead learner team member coordinator, an additional teacher, a representative of the Dollars for Scholars committee, and the guidance counselor. The founding committee will be responsible for determining the rubric that will be used for selection of the recipients. This rubric will be reviewed and possibly revised on an annual basis.
Induction and Award
Induction shall take place at Homecoming. A commemorative gift will be presented to each recipient
