The Fredericktown Distinguished Alumni Hall of Honor will recognize graduates, living and deceased, who, through their exemplary actions and achievements, reflect positively on the Fredericktown Local Schools so that present-day students may identify with their efforts and establish goals for the future. Those inducted must have made significant contributions in their fields of study, careers and/or through community service.

The induction will take place on Friday, April 12, in the Fredericktown High School Gymnasium at 9:30 a.m. The Ceremony is open to the public.

The inductees are as follows: 

Shirley Ackerman Burgett, Class of 1947

Co-Founder/Partner Kokosing Construction

Philanthropist for Gazebo, Library, School Bleachers

Instrumental in building Hospice Building in Knox County

Charter Member National Honor Society, 1947

Bryan Findley, Class of 1990

White House Communication Specialist

Presidential Service, National Defense, Air Force Achievement Badge

Secure Communications Technician/Encryptions

U. S. Federal Contractor/Department of Defense

Rebeccah Ramey Heinrichs, Class of 2001

U. S. House of Representatives Advisor

Instrumental in Starting Bipartisan Missile Defense Caucus

Senior Fellow Hudson Institute/U. S. National Defense

Contributor to National News Program/U. S. Defense Policy

Emily Tharp, Class of 1997

First Female Captain in U. S. Coast Guard

American Society of Naval Engineers Perry Award for the Coast Guard

Commanding Officer of Industrial Manager Coast Guard in Baltimore

Masters in Science, Naval Architect and Maine Engineering

Jason Tharp, Class of 1994

Champion of Hope, Inspiring Change Through Resilience

Renowned Author and Illustrator, Captivating Hearts with Creative Stories

Esteemed Speaker and Advocate, Championing Individual Empowerment

Celebrated for His Impactful Books and Illustrations, Enriching Generations