Alumni Awards - Francis Parker School The Parker Alumni Awards honor exceptional alumni whose accomplishments have made significant contributions to Parker and beyond. Whether in recognition of an alumni’s leadership in their field, the impact they have made on their community, their artistic achievements, or athletic legacy—all the alumni honorees embody the intellect, character, and excellence that epitomizes a Parker education. Nominate an Alumnus/a Today Distinguished Alumni Award Outstanding Alumni Award Rising Star Alumni Award Alumni Service & Community Engagement Award Arts Hall of Fame Athletics Hall of Fame Distinguished Alumni Award The Distinguished Alumni Award is given to alumni who embody the ideals of intellect initiative , and social responsibility which are the essence of a Parker education. They have demonstrated remarkable leadership in their field, have attained local and/or national recognition, and have made an outstanding contribution to the country, community or Parker. Who is Eligible? Parker Alumni who completed one full academic year at Parker and who are at least 20 years post-graduation are eligible for nomination for a Distinguished Alumni Award. Nominations are accepted on a rolling basis. The Distinguished Alumni Award can be granted to an alumni at any time. Get to Know Past Awardees Nominate an Alumnus/a Ethel Mintzer Lichtman '40 Ethel was the third awardee and was inducted in 2007. She was also a recipient of the Henry F. Lippitt Award for her impact on the School. Ms. Lichtman was a devoted volunteer and teacher at Parker whose time and dedication impacted eight decades of Parker people. Jeffrey Silberman ’75 Jeff is the fourth awardee and was inducted in 2020. He was on the Board of Trustees for 8 Years and served as the Board Chair in 2017. Jeff was co-chair for the Heart of Campus capital campaign and endowed the Head of School Scholars Program increasing access to a Parker education. Jeff's dedication to Parker for over 4 decades has ensured Parker as a leader in the San Diego community. Louise Hanson Marshall '26 The first recipient of this award, Louise Hanson Marshall, Class of 1926, was a leader in the field of neuroscience and a pioneer in career opportunities for women in the sciences. Ted Gildred Jr. '50 Ted was the second awardee. He is a leader in the banking industry, diplomat, successful developer and an accomplished aviator. Ted was Parker's 2006 Commencement Speaker. Outstanding Alumni Award The Outstanding Alumni Award will be given to alumni who embody the ideals of intellect initiative , and social responsibility which are the essence of a Parker education. They exemplify the core values of the School through excellence and selfless service in their careers and lives. They show a commitment to their community and/or Parker, and are striving toward local or national recognition. Who is Eligible? Parker Alumni who completed one full academic year at Parker and who graduated no less than 15 years prior are eligible for nomination for an Outstanding Alumni Award. Nominations are accepted on a rolling basis. The Outstanding Alumni Award is granted annually. Get to Know Past Awardees Nominate an Alumnus/a Rising Star Alumni Award The Rising Star Alumni Award is presented to an alumni who embody the ideals of intellect initiative and social responsibility which are the essence of a Parker education. They have demonstrated leadership and obtained a higher level of accomplishment in their career. They have additionally shown a commitment to their local community and/or Parker and are striving towards recognition at a local or national level. Who is Eligible? Parker Alumni who completed one full academic year at Parker and who graduated no less than 5 years, and no more than 14 years prior, are eligible for nomination for an Rising Star Award. Nominations are accepted on a rolling basis. The Rising Star Alumni Award is granted annually. Get to Know Past Awardees Nominate an Alumnus/a Alumni Service & Community Engagement Award The Alumni Service & Community Engagement Award recognizes graduates who have demonstrated a strong commitment to engagement through volunteerism, philanthropy, advocacy, innovation, and/or impactful projects, all with the goal of making a positive impact on their communities. It is awarded to an individual who embodies Parker's values and inspires others to get involved. The recipient is honored for their active and successful involvement in three key areas: Recognition of Service: The award acknowledges individuals who have made significant contributions to their communities through volunteer work, charitable giving, or other forms of service. Commitment to Values: The awardee continues to embody Parker's values and ideals through their dedication to service, public purpose, and addressing societal needs. Inspiration for Others: The award aims to inspire current and future alumni to become active participants in their communities and to make a positive difference. Who is Eligible? Parker Alumni who completed one full academic year at Parker and who graduated no less than 15 years prior are eligible for nomination for an Alumni Service & Community Engagement Award. The nominee may be living or deceased. Nominations are accepted on a rolling basis. The Alumni Service & Community Engagement Award is granted annually. Nominate an Alumnus/a Arts Hall of Fame The Francis Parker Arts Hall of Fame recognizes and honors Parker Alumni and Faculty who have made a significant impact to the arts in their respective fields. Additionally, these individuals were inspired by their time at Parker; they exemplify the value of a Parker education; and made a meaningful contribution to the Parker community while they were students or faculty. Who is Eligible? Parker alumni and current, retired, or past faculty members are eligible for nomination. Nominees must uphold the ideals and values of the Parker community. Alumni are eligible to be selected for induction five (5) years after graduation; they must have completed at least one full academic year at Parker. Faculty are eligible to be selected for induction five (5) years after the employment start date. The nominee may be living or deceased. The Arts Hall of Fame honor is awarded every four years. Get to Know Past Awardees Nominate an Alumnus/a Athletics Hall of fame Lancer sports teams have won over 300 championship banners dating back to the 1975 San Diego CIF Baseball Championship. The walls and rafters of the Field House are now covered in gold and brown. Lancer teams in virtually every sport– from cross country to football–have won league titles. The Athletics Hall of Fame exists to recognize and honor Parker student athletes, coaches, teams, and sports contributors for their achievements or contributions to the School's athletic program. Who is Eligible? Nominations for the Athletics Hall of Fame are made by the Francis Parker School Athletics Department. Get to Know Past Awardees Nominate an Alumnus/a