Fort Myers High School’s Green and White Ball honors alumni with Greenie of Distinction award
FORT MYERS The last 100 years have seen tens of thousands of “Greenies” cross the threshold at Fort Myers High School. This year, all past alumni are invited to submit a nomination for the Greenie of Distinction award by Thursday, Sept. 15.
The distinguished alumni winners will be recognized Saturday, Oct. 22 at the Green and White Ball, a 100-year celebration of the school’s history.
The award honors an alumnus or alumna who has demonstrated excellence in his or her professional life, service to the community and contributions to FMHS. Alumni may nominate themselves or be nominated by someone else. For information and applications, contact Event Chair, Stefanie Ink at stefanie_ink@afgfl.com.
Independent judges will select five distinguished alumni from the field of applicants who will be recognized during the tribute at Harborside Event Center, located at 1375 Monroe Street in Fort Myers.
Alumni, parents and friends of Fort Myers High School are invited to purchase tickets for the Green and White Ball at www.greenandwhiteball.eventbrite.com. All proceeds from the event benefit the athletic, band and ROTC booster clubs, and the founding of an alumni association.
Tables for eight guests are available for $550; individual tickets are only $55 each and include the welcome reception at 5 p.m. followed by the awards tribute and dinner and dancing at 6 p.m.
Sponsorships are available and include preferred seating, special recognition in the program, and other privileges.
Fort Myers High School is currently ranked as the 91st best high school in America by The Washington Post and 164th best high school in America by Newsweek magazine. For more information, email greenandwhiteball@gmail.com or visit www.facebook.com/FMHSGreenandWhiteBall.