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​Habersham Central High School
​ Lifetime Achievement Award

The purpose of the Habersham Central High School Lifetime Achievement Award is threefold:
  1. To recognize outstanding achievements attained over an extended period of time by a Habersham Central graduate;
  2. To highlight the exceptional education provided at HCHS; and
  3. To inspire current students to aim high and work hard to achieve their goals.
 
Eligibility
Nominees must have received a diploma from Habersham Central High School.
 
Award Criteria
  • Nominees must have graduated at least 25 years prior to the year of recognition.
  • Achievements must have significant impact at the local, state, and/or national level.
  • Recommendations from at least two individuals who can speak to the nominee’s distinction over the scope of their career are required.
  • Nominees remain in the selection pool for future years if not selected.
  • Self-nominations will be accepted.
  • One award will be presented each year at graduation.
 
Procedures and Required Documents
  1. Nominator and Nominee Contact Information Form
  2. Nominee’s Full Vita
  3. At least TWO Letters of Support
These should be limited to no more than two pages in length and should be written by individuals who are knowledgeable about the nominee’s professional accomplishments, leadership, character, and impact.  Letters of support should provide supplemental information beyond what is provided in the nominee’s vita.

All nomination materials must be received by 11:59 pm on February 15.  Materials may be sent electronically to mcantrell@habershamschools.com or by mail to Dr. Martha Cantrell, Habersham Central High School, 2059 State Hwy 197 S, Mount Airy, GA, 30563.  A confirmation of receipt of materials will be sent by email to the nominator.
 
Timeline
  • Nominations accepted:  November 15 – February 15
  • Winner will be notified by March 15
  • Public Announcement:  April
  • Award Presentation:  Day of Spring Graduation Ceremony
 
Selection and Notification
 
A panel of community leaders will review the materials and determine the top candidate.  The candidate and nominator will be notified no later than March 15.  Nomination packets for other candidates will be retained and reconsidered during the next selection period.  The award will be presented to the recipient during the Senior Class Graduation Ceremony.  The recipient’s professional photo and a summary of accomplishments will be displayed at HCHS as an inspiration to current students.


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H. Stacy Nicholson, MD, MPH
2020 Recipient
​Class of 1977
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Emily Foster Howell, DMD
2021 Recipient
Class of 1996

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Marlan Wilbanks
2022 Recipient
​Class of 1979
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