Hall of Fame Awards

Devin DeSantis (Class of 2001)

Chicago-based performer, Devin DeSantis, has appeared worldwide, including four seasons in The Radio City Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall. He is a member of Actors’ Equity, Bluewater Kings Band, and The Four C Notes, and is the creator and host of A Colorado Christmas with the Colorado Symphony.

Laura Nelson (Class of 1998)

Laura has dedicated her entire career to education in the Mapleton School District, beginning as a teacher and advancing to principal through her commitment to student success. Throughout her leadership roles, including opening new schools and guiding schools through transitions, she has consistently prioritized the needs of students and embraced the district’s diverse community and innovative school models.

Milt Riley (Retired Staff)

Milt was a beloved auto shop teacher and cross-country and track coach who created an engaging environment where every student felt valued, involved, and motivated to learn. Whether in the classroom or on the field, he connected with students on a personal level, meeting them where they were and coaching with compassion, purpose, and genuine care for each individual.

Tami Osbourne Lack (Class of 1978)

After becoming a certified music therapist, Tami built a career serving communities across multiple states before transitioning into nonprofit leadership and earning a master’s degree in organizational leadership. Her career progressed to executive director of the Colorado Neurological Institute and later to Director of Strategic Planning for the Neurosciences at the CU School of Medicine in 2019, where she credits her music therapy background as a key foundation for her success.