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
Grant Neilan, Class of 2005
Grant was the high school student every teacher and parent desires. He was on honor roll and a scholarship recipient, played freshman football as...
Larry D. Myers, Class of 1957
Larry began a lifetime of leadership and volunteerism at Downey High School in Student Council, Senior Class President, and in a Key Club polio...
Michael A. Kearns, Class of 1977
Michael, usually referred to as Mikey, represents the epitome of striving to successfully reach 100% of your capabilities as he overcame Downs...
Yanna Bouris, Class of 1991
Salutatorian, National Merit Scholar, and Robert Byrd Honor Scholarship were achievements by Yanna at Downey High School. After graduation, she...
Alida Bouris, Class of 1991
Following an outstanding high school career, which included the unique honor of winning the San Gabriel Valley League Spelling Bee championship and...
The Terasaki Brothers
The Terasaki brothers have earned a combined 11 university and advanced degrees, including two medical degrees. The Four Sons of Dr. Shigeo...
2013 Hall of Fame Inductees
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