Max and Viola Atilano
Musician and Community Leaders
Explanation of award: The honorarium will be given to a senior student attending a high school in Escondido who has participated in a variety of school activities and has demonstrated leadership throughout his or her high school years. Consideration will be given for a pronounced interest in pursuing music. Also, additional consideration will be given for participation in organizations pursuing human dignity. Volunteering in the community is also important.
The Baker Family
Businessmen and Philanthropists
Explanation of award: The honorarium will be given to a senior student attending a high school in Escondido who has participated in a variety of school activities and has demonstrated leadership throughout his or her high school years. Additional consideration will be given for course work and involvement in business-related activities. Volunteering and community service are also important.
Marvin and Carilyn Gilbert
Educators and Civic Leaders
Explanation of award: The honorarium will be given to a senior student attending a high school in Escondido who has participated in a variety of school activities and has demonstrated leadership throughout his or her high school years. Consideration will be given for a pronounced interest in pursuing a career in education and for participation in high school athletics. Volunteering and community service are also important.
Helen Heller
Businesswoman and Philanthropist
Explanation of award: The honorarium will be given to a senior student attending a high school in Escondido who has participated in a variety of school activities and has demonstrated leadership throughout his or her high school years. Consideration will be given to women who have overcome adversity to do hard things and serve one’s community. Volunteering in the community is also important.
Lloyd "Lefty" Mitchell
Community Servant
Explanation of award: The honorarium will be given to a senior attending a high school in Escondido who has participated in a variety of school activities and has demonstrated exemplary leadership and service throughout his or her high school years.
Rube Nelson
Entrepreneur and Unique Character
Explanation of award: The honorarium will be given to an entrepreneurial-minded senior attending a high school in Escondido who has participated in a variety of school activities and has demonstrated leadership throughout his or her high school years.
Bud Quade
Educator
Explanation of award: The honorarium will be given to a senior attending a high school in Escondido who has participated in a variety of school activities and has demonstrated leadership throughout his or her high school years.
George and Cynthia Weir
Community Philanthropists
Explanation of award: The honorarium will be given to a senior attending a high school in Escondido who has participated in a variety of school activities and has demonstrated active community engagement throughout his or her high school years.