Class Notes – 1950-1959

Carol Morley Israel '58 was inducted into the Hall of Fame at Lancaster City Schools (AZ). She served as a fierce advocate for people with disabilities, chairing the White House Conference for Handicapped in Arizona and was appointed chair for the Arizona Developmental Disabilities Advisory Council. Carol wrote the legislation that became law for Arizona special education and established Raising Special Kids to provide support, information, training, and hope for parents of children with disabilities. (7/24)

Joanne Hlavin Ritter '59 (center) was honored by the Bellefontaine (OH) Shade Tree Commission for more than 30 years of service. "For a generation, every aspect of our efforts to manage and develop Bellefontaine's tree canopy has been touched by Joanne," said Joe Antram (left), the commission's chairman. "She has been a tireless advocate for ensuring that there are healthy trees on every block of the city." Also pictured is Bellefontaine Mayor Ben Stahler. (7/24)

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