announced annually the evening of Premiere.
extraordinary vision 50 years ago to establish an outstanding educational institution in
the middle of a Wind Point field. The Distinguished Service award goes to individuals
who have shown uncommon dedication to The Prairie School through their gifts of
time, energy and other resources. Without the efforts of these people, Prairie would
not be where it is today.
person -- retired Prairie art teacher Cathy McCombs.
It developed as a way to pay tribute to a Prairie staff member, teacher, board member
or volunteer who displayed a true passion for Prairie and dedication to the school. The
award has taken on a new spirit as the torch was passed in 2014 from Cathy to Bill Reid
`73. Bill is known for his colorful and creative sculptures -- the perfect way to honor
Prairie community members that embody the above characteristics.
Michael and Gloria Batten
Imogene P. Johnson
Charles W. and Jennifer C. Johnson
Grace Murphy
Robert Henzl
Pat Badger
Michael Batten
Bonnies Benes
Toni Bergemann
Kathy Boero
Dick Boudreau
Hazel Campbell
Eileen Corba
Mike Davenport
David Drewek
Sandy Freres
John Gittings
Ralph Henkes
Bob Henzl
Gene Johnson
Helen Johnson-Leipold
Sam Johnson
Barb Leischow
Cathy McCombs
Everett McKinney
Jack Mitchell
Wm. Mark. H. Murphy
John Oberman
Kevin Pearson
Mary Joy Perry
John Powell
Mary Lynn Rodgers
Jean Singer
JoAnn Selmo
Harold Swanson
Bob Walker
Brooke Walker
Kevin Will
Wendy Will
Dick Zimmermann