The Hall of Fame
About
On August 16, 1901, Los Nietos Valley Union High School opened as the eleventh high school in the Los Angeles County School system. In 1904, its first graduating class numbered four students. This early institution eventually became Downey High School.
Over the next 100 years, our graduates—who literally number in the thousands—have made their way into society and have made an impact on America and the world with their individual accomplishments. The Hall of Fame committee, under the direction of Principal Tom Houts, hopes during the next few years to recognize as many of our distinguished graduates as possible.
The Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony is designed to provide a motivational activity that will engender school and community pride. Further, it will emphasize our school’s continuum of high achievers by honoring outstanding and noteworthy alumni of Downey High School.
Fun Fact!
Did you know that Metallica’s James Hetfield attended Downey High School as a sophomore?
Selection Guidelines
Honorees may be recognized for outstanding or noteworthy contributions or achievements in one or more of the six specified (or related) categories:
- Arts
- Athletics
- Business
- Education
- Civic/Community/Government
- Professional
The nominee will be a graduate of Downey High School (except under special circumstances to be determined by the selection committee)
Since leaving Downey High, the nominee will have maintained himself/herself in a manner that reflects positively on Downey High and on the Hall of Fame
Except under special circumstances as determined by the selection committee, a candidate shall wait a minimum of ten (10) years after leaving Downey High School before s/he becomes eligible for induction into the Hall of Fame
George Cade, Class of 1946
George Cade was born in Long Beach, California, an only son of Fred and Pearl Cade. He graduated from Downey High in 1946 where he played violin in...
Steve Mooshagian, Class of 1977
During his years at Downey High, Steve Mooshagian excelled in sports. He played on the varsity teams for football and baseball, and was in the...
Jennifer DeKay, Class of 1990
Jennifer has been a lifelong resident of Downey. She attended Good Shepherd Lutheran School, East Middle School and graduated from Downey High...
Alfonso Cabrera, Hall of Fame Honoree
Alfonso Cabrera was born March 27, 1924 and was the first of five other siblings in the Cabrera household that lived on Dolan Street. Respect for...
Michael Burks, Class of 1987
After graduating from Downey High in 1987, Michael attended California State University Fullerton. He opened his own business in Compton, but...
Bob Winningham, Class of 1973
After completing his education at Downey High School, Bob became a very successful businessman and much more. The Vice President of Downey Vendors,...
2013 Hall of Fame Inductees
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