Jostens Renaissance Hall of Fame

2025 INDUCTEES

Elizabeth Dalzell

Elizabeth Dalzell is the Principal of Horizon Middle School in Colorado Springs, Colorado. She holds degrees from Northern State University and Regis University, and has been an educator for 19 years. Courtney Hutchinson, Teacher at Horizon Middle School, wrote in her nomination letter:

Liz takes leadership to a new level. She wants everyone to be successful everywhere, not just within her immediate realm of influence. Liz is the first one to share a good idea or find a way to solve a problem that can help others. Our feeder elementary schools and high school continue to learn and grow with Renaissance experiences because of the support Liz offers. Her contagious mindset travels nationwide as she devotes countless hours to in-person conversations, emails, social media connections, and mentorships. She creates an everlasting bond with educators with her networking and professional learning opportunities she creates within and beyond her district. Liz helps create and foster a break-barrier attitude through communication, bonding, and problem solving.

Liz loves checking out restaurants, hiking the beautiful mountains in Colorado and making memories with her family and friends.

Mendi Camacho

Mendi Camacho is a teacher at DeLand High School in DeLand, Florida. She holds a degree from University of Central Florida and has been in education for 28 years. Dr. Michelle CarneyRay-Yoder, Superintendent of Central Regional Schools, wrote in her nomination letter:

Mendi has been shaping minds and building hearts in her role as an educator at DeLand High School in Florida, teaching Psychology, IB Psychology, Leadership, and Renaissance. Her influence spans far beyond the curriculum—she is a transformational figure whose presence is felt in every hallway, every classroom, and every student’s life she touches… Mendi has been the sponsor of DeLand High’s Renaissance program for an incredible 25 years, and during that time, she has been the driving force behind a culture that celebrates, elevates, and inspires. But her passion for student leadership doesn’t stop there — she’s the engine behind the scenes, the face students look to for encouragement, and the heart that keeps the spirit of Renaissance alive every single day.

Mendi’s hobbies include beach days, chasing sunsets and discovering new places to eat (her favorite cuisine is Mexican).

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