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Schedule

Stay informed about every step of the Hall of Fame process. The Hall of Fame schedule shows when to nominate your Hilander heroes, when to cast your vote, and when to celebrate our inductees. Mark your calendar and be part of honoring those who've made Kelso legendary.
Kelso Hilanders Hall of Fame Schedule

Kelso Hilanders Hall of Fame Schedule

The Hilander Hall of Fame follows a carefully structured annual cycle to recognize and celebrate excellence in our community. Below is our comprehensive timeline showing the nomination, voting, and ceremony schedule for 2024, 2025, and beyond.

JAN
January 2024
Soft marketing for 2025 begins.
Launch ad in paper
Marketing Prep
FEB
February 2024
Nominations open the day of 2024 HHoF ceremony.
Nominations Open
MAR
March 2024
Nominations are accepted.
Nominations Open
APR
April 2024
Nominations are accepted.
Nominations Open
MAY
May 2024
Nominations are accepted.
Nominations Open
JUN
June 2024
Nominations are accepted.
Nominations Open
JUL
July 2024
July 15th: Soft marketing begins.
Marketing Launch
AUG
August 2024
Launch with a full page ad in TDN. Rick/MBT choose the date.
Full Launch
SEP
September 2024
Nominations are accepted.
**Because of shortened year Trustees may select the nominees (TBD)
Nominations Open
OCT
October 2024
Nominations are accepted.
**Because of shortened year Trustees may select the nominees (TBD)
Nominations Open
NOV
November 2024
Voting on nominees begins on 11/15.
Voting Begins
DEC
December 2024
Voting on nominees occurs.
Voting Active
2025 Ceremony Information (First Year)
January 1st - February 14th, 2025: Hilander Hall of Fame ceremony and KPFS distributes awards within this timeframe.

This is the inaugural ceremony for the Hall of Fame program.
JUL
July 2025
July 15-31: Soft marketing begins for the Hall of Fame program.
Building on inaugural year success
Marketing Launch
AUG
August 2025
August 25 - September 30: Full-page TDN launch advertising campaign.
Major publicity push in The Daily News
Full Launch
SEP
September 2025
September 2 - October 31: Nominations open! Help us identify heroes in our community.
September 11: Hall of Fame VIP Night at 6:00 PM at Capstone - Exclusive preview event
Nominations Open
OCT
October 2025
Through October 31: Nominations continue to be accepted. Community participation is essential.
Final opportunity to nominate deserving candidates
Nominations Open
NOV
November 2025
November 14 - December 30: Community voting goes live!
Democracy in action - cast your vote for inductees
Voting Begins
DEC
December 2025
Through December 30: Voting continues. Your voice matters in recognizing excellence.
Final days to participate in the democratic process
Voting Active
2026 Ceremony Information
February 7, 2026: Hilander Hall of Fame Ceremony

4:00-6:00 PM: KHS Auditorium - Induction Ceremony
6:30-11:00 PM: Ashtown - Celebration Banquet

Join us in celebrating Kelso's finest contributors to academics, athletics, and community service.
FEB
February 2026
February 7, 2026: Hilander Hall of Fame Ceremony
4:00-6:00 PM: KHS Auditorium - Induction Ceremony
6:30-11:00 PM: Ashtown - Celebration Banquet
Ceremony Day
JUL
July 2026
July 15-31: Soft marketing begins for the Hall of Fame program.
Established annual tradition continues
Marketing Launch
AUG
August 2026
August 25 - September 30: Full-page TDN launch advertising campaign.
Major publicity push in The Daily News
Full Launch
SEP
September 2026
September 2 - October 31: Nominations open! Help us identify heroes in our community.
September 11: Hall of Fame VIP Night at 6:00 PM at Capstone - Exclusive preview event
Nominations Open
OCT
October 2026
Through October 31: Nominations continue to be accepted. Community participation is essential.
Final opportunity to nominate deserving candidates
Nominations Open
NOV
November 2026
November 14 - December 30: Community voting goes live!
Democracy in action - cast your vote for inductees
Voting Begins
DEC
December 2026
Through December 30: Voting continues. Your voice matters in recognizing excellence.
Final days to participate in the democratic process
Voting Active
2027 Ceremony Information
Details for the 2027 ceremony will be confirmed closer to the date. The ceremony is expected to follow the established annual tradition with the event taking place in February 2027. Specific dates, times, and venue details will be announced as planning progresses.

The Hilander Hall of Fame schedule represents our commitment to transparency, community engagement, and recognition of excellence. This structured timeline ensures that every nomination receives proper consideration and that our inductees are celebrated with the dignity they deserve.

General Settings Table
General
Article Number Article Subject Value % Ratified First Ratified Last Ratified
Hilander Democracy Section II, Article 1
Governance Type
 Simple majority democracy
100%
7/9/2024 7/9/2024
General Section I, Article 2
Voting Threshold
 51%+ simple majority
100%
7/9/2024 7/9/2024
Hilander Democracy Section II, Article 2
Managing Body
 Elected trustees with invited advisory board guidance
100%
7/9/2024 7/9/2024
Hilander Democracy Section II, Article 7
Term Limits
 Staggered terms to start, followed by 8-year terms
100%
7/9/2024 7/9/2024
Hilander Democracy Section II, Article 15
Voting Duration (Trustees)
 3 business days (Monday-Friday) concluding at 11:59 PM Pacific Time on final day
100%
9/10/2024 9/10/2024
Hilander Democracy Section II, Article 3
Quorum (Trustees)
 6 of 9 Trustees
100%
9/10/2024 9/10/2024
Hilander Democracy Section II, Article 11
Approves New Sub-Groups
 Through simple majority vote by Trustees
100%
9/10/2024 9/10/2024

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The early heroes of Chris McCoy's life: Great Uncle Kirby McCoy (1952-2010) and his older brother and Chris' Grandpa Jack McCoy (1936-2014)