Do you know an inspirational Pennington graduate? Each year, Alumni Awards are given to remarkable alumni who reflect the ideals of the School and have provided great inspiration and service to others. To nominate a Pennington alumnus/a, please complete our nomination form.

• Please note: All nominations are kept confidential and not shared with nominees unless they are selected for awards. The names of nominees who meet the criteria but are not selected for this year’s award will be kept on file and may be considered again in future years if applicable. Final award selection is the responsibility of the Alumni Association Board.

Our Alumni Award recipients from the previous calendar year are listed below. To learn more about last year’s award recipients and read about their accomplishments, be sure to visit our alumni news page.

• Outstanding Young Alumni Award: Dr. Ashley Disbrow Hood ’10
• Alumni Achievement Award: Chief Stephen Pegram ’90
• Alumni Service Award: Dr. Monique Richards Smith ’95

Award eligibility and criteria for each Alumni Award is as follows:

Outstanding Young Alumni Award
The Outstanding Young Alumni Award honors a Pennington graduate of the past fifteen years, with preference for alumni in reunion years, who has made significant contributions to civic or professional pursuits; whose life is characterized by creativity, curiosity, and determination; and who reflects the highest ideals of The Pennington School.

Alumni Service Award
The Alumni Service Award is given to a Pennington graduate, with preference for alumni in reunion years, whose efforts to give back to the community and/or The Pennington School reflect the highest ideals of the School. The recipient is someone who inspires others by modeling sensitivity or generosity.

Alumni Achievement Award
The Alumni Achievement Award is given to a Pennington graduate who has achieved excellence in their chosen field and who has made a commitment to helping others. The recipient is someone who inspires others with their achievement and who reflects the highest ideals of The Pennington School.