Medina City Schools opens 2025 Hall of Fame nominations

District invites entries across five categories; forms available online and at BOE office with Nov. 3 deadline

Metro Newspaper Service

Published October 15, 2025 - 6:01 a.m.

The Medina City Schools Hall of Fame Committee is accepting nominations for the Class of 2025.

The Hall of Fame honors individuals who have made significant contributions and provided extraordinary service to their community and chosen field. It also recognizes non-graduates who have served as positive role models for Medina City Schools students and have significantly supported the district.

Individuals may be nominated in one of five categories: academic, career, or life accomplishments; athletic accomplishments; cultural or performing arts; special honorary achievement; and major contributions to Medina City Schools.

Nomination forms are available on the district’s website at www.medinabees.org and at the Board of Education office, 739 Weymouth Road.

Nominations will be accepted through Monday, Nov. 3, 2025. For more information, contact Amy Busby at busbya@medinabees.org.

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