South Conway County School District Superintendent Shawn Halbrook announced that the district’s Hall of Distinction committee has named the class of 2025, which will be honored at the 3rd annual Awards Banquet at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 12, at Devil Dog Arena.
Mr. Halbrook identified the inductees as Judy Calhoun, Arthur Lee Criswell, Bill and Judy Gunderman, Patti Hill, Marie Jones, Linda Smith, Bobby Tiner, Mary Louise Williams, Dr. Theresa Wesley, the 1973 Morrilton Football Team, the 1978 Plumerville Girls Basketball Team, and the 1978 Plumerville Boys Basketball Team.
The President of the Hall of Distinction Committee, Tommy Huett, will serve as the emcee and will outline each honoree's contributions to the school district.
The team honorees will also receive a special medallion to commemorate the occasion. Individual honorees will receive an award as well.
"This is our third class to be inducted," Mr. Huett stated, "and their contributions cover a wide spectrum that will be informative and entertaining for everyone in attendance."
Tickets for the event are priced at $30 and can be purchased at the Morrilton Area Chamber of Commerce or the office of Athletic Director Trent Tipton at Devil Dog Arena.
The Morrilton High School Choir is also on the program.
The names of these honorees will join those of the 2023 and 2024 Classes on the Hall of Distinction display located in the foyer of Devil Dog Arena.
"We are realizing a long-held goal of the district," Mr. Halbrook remarked, "and we are proud of the committee's efforts in bringing these events to fruition."
Superintendent Halbrook further emphasized the importance of recognizing individuals who have made significant contributions over the years, and he encouraged everyone to partake in this celebration of the school’s history and support the distinguished members of these classes