4700 Fall/Winter 2024

Franklin

Road

Academy provides a challenging educational experience in an inclusive Christian community with an unwavering commitment to develop leaders of integrity and purpose.

A LETTER FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL

It is great to be an FRA Panther! The feeling is palpable as you walk across our campus. Our teachers are dedicated and intentional in everything they do as they live out our mission. Our students are engaged and determined to excel while supporting one another. Our innovative and dynamic academic approach immerses students in a challenging and supportive learning environment. Consequently, our students leave their comfort zones and fully embrace community. It is FRAmily by example; you can see it throughout this issue of the 4700 Magazine.

This fall, we proudly celebrated the incredible achievements of five outstanding students recognized by the National Merit Scholarship Program. Our AllCommunity Tailgate successfully brought together a crowd of over 1,500, fostering a sense of unity and enthusiasm for the start of the school year. Our 12-2 football team's remarkable journey led them to the TSSAA playoff semifinals. Wake Forest bound Ty Clark III's recognition as a Tennessee Titans Mr. Football Finalist capped one of the finest singleseason performances in school history. Finally, our student presentation of Into the Woods left most of us wondering if we were watching a show on Broadway!

Throughout this year and those before, our community's unwavering support has been a driving force, as we recognize that last year, we collectively raised a record level of contribution to the 2022-23 Annual Fund. It is incredible that our parent participation has averaged over 90% for the last five years. The impact of the Unique Moment in Time Campaign for FRA Phase II provided the new, state-of-the-art lower school

playfield, the Harding Road Connector, and an increased level of safety and security by installing our new perimeter fence and enhanced surveillance system.

In this edition of the 4700, the Philanthropy Report for 2022-23 is featured, highlighting our entire school community's remarkable support and generosity. I am grateful for our families' overwhelming commitment to our unique mission of delivering a challenging educational experience within an inclusive Christian community. And what is most exciting is that we are just getting started!

I hope you will enjoy reading the inspiring stories of current students, teachers, alums, and families, leaving an indelible impact on our campus. As always, the Casey Family is blessed to be a part of this phenomenal FRAmily.

Sincerely,

Sean Casey

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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ALUMNI PROFILES

Clif Tant '94

Heather Osteen Mathias '97

ALUMNI AWARDS

Hall of Fame

Distinguished Alumni: Martha Johnson Heston '87

43 ATHLETICS

Season Awards and Accolades

Student Spotlight: Michael Walsh

21 ACADEMICS

DNA Lab

Young Alumni in Action: Sabrina Lafaye '19

How We Hire: Top Workplace

51 ALUMNI UPDATES

Class Notes

The Premos Legacy Family Story

EVENT RECAPS

Homecoming, Halloween, and Christmas Week

29 SENIOR SPOTLIGHTS

Sofia Darsinos '24 Jack Spicer '24

59 REPORT ON PHILANTHROPY

Donor Story: The McRae Family Alumni Giving Golf Classic Tributes

COPYRIGHTED

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2023-24 BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Jared Allen

Penny Austermiller

Tommy Axford

Jeb Beasley

Victor Berrios

Jessica Bracken Boyd '00

Sara Elizabeth Bradford

Roger Brown

Karla Calderon

Matt Cassel

Randy Chase

Matthew Denmark

Steve Halas

Richard McRae III

Dale Mitchell

Rosemary Plorin

Jaimie Robinson

Andrew Scarlett ’97, Board Chair

Gabrielle Wesley

LEADERSHIP TEAM

Brandon Albright, Director of Spiritual Life

Stacey Banks-Houston, Director of Entrepreneurial Leadership

Sean Casey, Head of School

Channing Clark, Head of Middle School

Steve Compton, Director of Technology

Georgie Goldthorpe, Health Services Administrator

Ryan Harris, Assistant Head for External Affairs

Eric Johnson, Assistant Head of School for Academic & Student Affairs

Paige Maynor, Director of Marketing and Communications

Kris Palmerton, Director of Athletics

Jay Salato ’03, Head of Upper School

Dr. Brodrick Thomas, Director of Diversity, Community, and Inclusion

Laura Turner, Assistant Head for Finance and Operations

Dr. Rick West, Head of Lower School

Meaghan Williams, Director of Studies

Courtney Williamson, Director of Admission

PROFILES

We love highlighting the work our alumni are doing in their professional lives and communities. In this section, alumni share their stories about life after graduating from FRA.

We hope you enjoy hearing about the success of these two FRA alumni.

Clif Tant

Class of 1994

Clif graduated from FRA in 1994 as a 13-year club member He played varsity basketball, was a two-time state Champion (4x200m and 800m) in track, and was active in Young Life. Today, Clif is the Nashville Market President for Old National Bank, responsible for building a commercial banking expansion for the $50B franchise. Together with his wife, Beth, they have a son, Clifton ‘23, who attended FRA for 13 years and graduated in 2023. Clifton is currently a freshman at Belmont studying general business.

MMy lifelong commitment to FRA has significantly influenced both my path and my family’s journey. Witnessing FRA’s remarkable evolution from different points of view - starting from my student days to my current role in my career – has been an invaluable experience.

FRA has been a consistent presence, shaping my perspective and providing numerous opportunities for networking, friendships, and inspiration.

Earlier this year, I took on a thrilling new role as the Market President for Old National Bank, contributing to the launch of the brand in my hometown. This fall,

the announcement of Old National acquiring Nashville-based Capstar Bank, where I started as an original employee in 2008, marked a fulfilling full-circle moment in my professional journey. As I prepare to tackle the challenges and embrace the successes in my career, I express gratitude and credit for the foundational years I spent at Franklin Road Academy.

In my current role as Market President, I oversee the expansion of commercial banking for Old National Bank, a $50 billion franchise. Each day presents new opportunities and exciting challenges that inspire continuous improvement, reminiscent of each new day at FRA.

My FRA education prepared me for various professional and philanthropic roles, instilling a commitment to integrity in every situation. The spiritual connections formed at FRA hold great significance for me. Values imparted by remarkable individuals such as Coach Tucker, Ed Zaborowski, and Jean Branum Young continue to guide me, influencing my daily actions in the workplace.

Looking back at FRA in the '80s and '90s, it was a close-knit community that felt like home. While the term "FRAmily" may not have been officially coined then, it has always been at the heart of the institution's identity. The distinctive inclusivity of FRA has stayed with me, shaping my approach in every role, company, and position I’ve undertaken - striving to connect with people where they are and inspiring them to reach their full potential.

While recent career developments have been fulfilling, they fade in comparison to the transformative journey my family has experienced over the past 13 years at FRA. My connection with FRA evolved into that of a Legacy parent, serving on the board for twelve years in various capacities. Financial support for the school has been a commitment my wife, Beth, and I gladly uphold through multiple campaigns. Watching FRA mature into a formidable campus and dynamic community has been gratifying. Sending Clifton to FRA has been a decision that holds deeper significance, as we recognize he is part of something greater than the institution I attended. FRA’s continued growth year after year is a testament to its strength.

In May, our son graduated, marking the culmination of his childhood and teenage journey on campus. Clifton and I share a special bond appreciating what FRA means to each of us, individually and collectively. This spring brought another full-circle moment as I watched him accept his diploma, the same diploma I received and had the honor to hand diplomas to other graduates in recent years.

Throughout the years, I’ve worn different hats at FRA. However, this year marks the first time since 1982 that I have not been directly involved as an FRA student, coach, board member, or parent. Despite this, my deep connection to the school remains unwavering. Beth and I continue to attend games on campus, and I take time to keep in touch with the faculty and administration. Witnessing FRA’s ongoing evolution fills me with

immense pride, reminiscent of the pride I felt when I first set foot on the campus.

In Clifton’s senior year, he spent a semester immersed in the Heart-to-Heart program. His daily one-hour mentorship evolved into genuine, lasting friendships with students like Daniel and Ethan. During his Exceptional Learners experience, Clifton was passionate about advocating for his H2H friends. This highlights the fantastic FRA program that instills compassion, kindness, and respect - essential principles for our students and graduates to positively impact the world! While campus life may have been different for Clifton compared to my time, the constancy of a loving faculty and staff committed to the growth and well-being of the entire student body remains unchanged amid FRA’s new facilities and innovative programs.

We belong to an extraordinary and impactful community. Watching Clifton's class depart with a sense of accomplishment and a profound understanding of their remarkable journey was heartwarming. I encourage every FRA family, student, and parent to immerse themselves in various facets of school life. Embrace the endless opportunities to develop connections and network with peers, faculty, staff, parents, scholars, athletes, entrepreneurs, and artists. These relationships, nurtured over the years, were invaluable tools in my career journey and will be essential and inspirational as we shape motivated, passionate students and foster the strongest community in Nashville and beyond.

Heather Osteen Mathias

- Class of 1997 -

Heather Osteen Mathias, a proud FRA Class of ’97 member, is an award-winning designer, entrepreneur, and business leader. She has been named one of Nashville’s 40 Under 40 and, more recently, was honored as one of Nashville’s Most Admired CEOs by the Nashville Business Journal. Heather spent much of her career in one of the United States’ top architecture and interior design firms, where she was named Principal in 2014. She established Mathias Collective in 2019, a consulting firm providing owners’ representation and design direction for mid to large-scale project developments. Her firm’s first project was a $300 million stadium for the Columbus Crew, a Major League Soccer

team in Columbus, Ohio, which opened in 2021. She launched the Studio at Mathias Collective, a full-service architecture and design practice within her firm, in 2023. With a focus on design quality and excellent service, Mathias Collective ensures its clients are delighted with the project process and its outcomes.

Beyond her successful career, Heather is married to fellow FRA alumnus Jason Mathias (’97) and is a loving mom to current FRA students Walker Mathias and Ella Mathias.

RReflecting on my FRA experience fills me with gratitude for the past and excitement for the future. As an FRA student, I cherish my lower, middle, and upper school memories. The education I received gave me a solid foundation and strong work ethic, uncovered and encouraged my creativity, and empowered me to thrive in my career. My children are being prepared at FRA now for a vastly different world than the one I emerged into, but I am confident they will be well-equipped to succeed.

In 2019, I embarked on a thrilling entrepreneurship journey, launching my company, Mathias Collective. We provide design and bespoke project management for workplace, hospitality, sports, and education projects. I have built a company culture that serves our team generously - we produce excellent work and offer exceptional work-life balance. Starting and running my company my way is a dream come true, and I am proud of where we are and where we are going.

In my role now as CEO, I am thoughtfully building and guiding the business, developing new clients, encouraging my team, and working on projects. We work to deeply understand our clients and other designers, architects, artisans, contractors, and vendors. Our efforts and understanding allow us to ensure a cohesive, collective effort, delivering superior results that exceed our client’s expectations. I have been fortunate to learn from many inspiring people, including the impactful faculty from my years at FRA, who inspired how I work and lead.

I encountered remarkable educators during my time as a student at FRA. Ms. Dale, my geometry teacher, ignited my fascination with shapes and forms within mathematics - a discipline where I excelled and continue to apply in my design practice. Mr. Climer, Ms. Thigpen, and Coach Tucker exemplified leadership and creativity in their teaching styles through their nurturing spirits and ability to inspire their students. These educators’ practical yet profoundly creative approach has left a lasting impact on me.

My company’s culture closely aligns with how FRA supports its students, promoting and encouraging physical, intellectual, and spiritual health. In my career and as a mother, I’ve recognized the importance of thoughtful care for oneself. I prioritize my spiritual, mental, and physical well-being and encourage my team to do the same. This self-care fosters creativity and increases one’s strength and resilience – lessons I began to learn within FRA’s halls.

As an alumna from the class of 1997, the daughter of former administrator Beth Osteen, married to fellow alumnus Jason Mathias ’97, and parent to Walker ’26 and Ella ’29, the school is intricately woven into my narrative. Witnessing the remarkable progress at FRA, particularly in the past decade, fills me with pride, and it brings me joy to see my children thrive as current students.

I'm consistently impressed by the teachers' and administrators' intelligence, diversity, and warmth during each Parent Preview Night.

Franklin Road Academy exudes vitality and a profound sense of purpose. I am sincerely grateful that my family and I are part of this community. I have sought to infuse this sense of purpose into my own company, fostering an environment of creativity, excellence, and community. FRA’s strong community, along with the diverse array of classes, clubs, and courses offered, is why we have entrusted this school with our children’s education and to be the springboard for their futures. I encourage my children to become involved on campus and explore offerings with varying commitment and intensity levels. The unwavering support and dedication from coaches, teachers, and the entire staff is extraordinary.

FRA has provided numerous opportunities and laid the groundwork for me to achieve my goals, including becoming an entrepreneur. Our family is committed to seizing every opportunity FRA presents, building relationships, embracing new experiences, and facing challenges without fear. My hope for my children, after fully immersing themselves in all that FRA has to offer, is that they will reflect fondly on the profound impact it had on their lives, much like I do today.

HALL OF FAME ENTRANCE

The Franklin Road Academy Athletics Hall of Fame was establishe d in 2021 to show appreciation to those individuals or teams who have made significant contributions to FRA athletics.

Those chosen for induction into the FRA Athletics Hall of Fame have influenced our community through their ability, dedication, and service to our athletic program while at FRA and following graduation.

This year, we honored a remarkable group of athletes who embody the spirit of FRA. The inductees for 2023 were the 2010 State Champion Girls Golf Team, Kevin Patterson'03, Austin Weaver '02, Keely Weaver Corlew '99, the 1988 State Champion Baseball Team, and Coach Ken McDonald.

Each of these teams and individuals made an indelible impact on our school community by demonstrating the leadership, dedication, a nd grit required to achieve outstanding success.

2010 Girls' Golf Team

THE GIRLS' GOLF TEAM won the State Championship with a spectacular comeback from two strokes back to overtake region rival USN by a single stroke at Willowbrook Golf Course on September 29, 2010. The 21st team state championship for FRA marked the first state championship as a Division II-A member.

The Lady Panther's golfers Mary Landon Funk, Andrea Cropper, and Rachel Johnson, beat the University School of Nashville 318-317. The title wasn’t decided until Andrea, the last of FRA’s three golfers to finish, dropped a par putt to avoid a playoff. Johnson’s two-day score of 169 (80 – 89) placed her 9th, Cropper’s score of 162 (82 – 80) placed her 6th, and Funk’s score of 157 (79 – 78) placed her 4th in state, earning her All-State honors. “I’m really proud of the team,” said Mary Landon. “We had to work hard over the summer to get where we are.”

“That’s the way a state championship should be, down to the wire,” FRA Coach Glenn Tackett said after the victory. “The girls’ goal from last year, after finishing 3rd at state, was to win the state tournament. Their dedication and

hard work throughout the summer and fall season was unbelievable. It was the most exciting state tournament that I’ve ever been involved with. It was so close throughout the tournament and came down to the last shot. Being reclassified to DII in golf was a step up in competition for the team, and they rose to the occasion. Competing at this higher level and getting to the state tournament was an achievement in itself. Winning was a remarkable accomplishment. The girls stayed focused, and it was such a joy to see them win. It was a team effort. All three girls’ scores were used both days, and that makes it even more meaningful.”

Mary Landon Funk went on to play golf at Princeton University, Andrea Cropper played at the University of Memphis, and Rachel Johnson played at Xavier University.

2010 FRA Girls’ Golf Team: Katie Browning Stewart, Andrea Cropper, Laura Duncan Sanderfer, Mary Landon Funk, Rachel Johnson, Maggie Weeks, and Coach Glenn Tackett.

KEVIN PATTERSON is a member of the 12-year club, having attended FRA from PreK 3 to 12th grade. As an athlete, he set numerous track records while also playing basketball. Highlighted during his junior year in 2002, Kevin won the state championship in the decathlon and was a member of the state champion 4x400m relay team. He also was the sectional long jump champion in 2002 and 2003 and the 2003 sectional triple jump champion. As team captain in 2003, he led his team to the 4x400-meter relay championship. Kevin led FRA’s track and field teams to three consecutive state championships from 2001-2003 and four successive sectional titles from 2000-2003. He was voted twice to the prestigious Tennessean’s All Mid-State Track and Field Team. Kevin graduated as a member of the National Honor Society and attended The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

While at UNC-Chapel Hill, he competed as a sprinter and jumper in the heptathlon and decathlon, placing 5th in the decathlon at the 2004 ACC Outdoor Track and Field Championships. After graduation, his love for

FRA and coaching kept him involved as the assistant track coach from 2009-2012, working alongside his long-time head coach and mentor, Coach David Tucker. Kevin is co-founder of TopCola Cultivators, and is a part-time personal trainer and jiu-jitsu instructor. Kevin lives in Nashville with his wife, Tavianna, and son, Cullen.

Kevin Patterson '03

Austin Weaver '02

AUSTIN WEAVER enrolled at Franklin Road Academy as a Kindergartener. He embodied the characteristics of an ideal student-athlete. Austin held numerous school records in cross country and track and field. He won four District Championships and three Metro, Region, and State Championships in cross country. In 2000, 2001, and 2002, Austin won the State Championship in the 3200 meters in track and field, and he is tied for the record for the most state titles in this event. Austin also won the State Championships twice in the 1600 meters in 2001 and 2002. He inspired his teammates by winning All-District, All-Region, and All-State honors from freshman to senior year. He led his team to win the 1998, 2001, and 2002 State Championships. FRA remains tied for the most State Championships in track and field. Austin once said, “After thousands of miles of fun, we accomplished things that rarely happen outside of dreams, and everyone had a great time doing so.”

Off the field, Austin earned many academic awards, including the Founder’s Award, the highest honor given to a student at Awards Day, and graduated as the salutatorian of his class. After graduation, he followed his dream to run cross country and track for the University of Notre Dame. He was a three-time Monogram winner and All-Big East selection for the crosscountry and track teams. His team won seven Big East team titles in cross country and track and finished 3rd at the NCAA cross country championships in 2005. Austin graduated cum laude from Notre Dame and earned his MBA from Vanderbilt University. He and his wife Lauren, another native Nashvillian, met while running at FRA, and they have been married for 16 years. They have two children, Cullen and Liam.

Keely Weaver Corlew '99

KEELY WEAVER enrolled at Franklin Road Academy as a 4th grader and fell in love with running during the mile run in PE class. As an athlete, Keely participated in cross country, track, and basketball at FRA and lettered in all three sports. She trained under Coach David Muckle and Coach David Tucker, who said, “Keely was an outstanding athlete beloved by her teammates and even her fiercest competitors. She always remained humble and had a work ethic second to none.” Keely was a three-time individual cross-country State Champion in 1996, 1997, and 1998 and she won individual track state titles in both the 1600-meter run and 3200-meter run in 1998 and 1999. She holds seven State Championships, the most in FRA girls’ athletic history for any sport. She was known for her kind, friendly nature and was friends with most runners in Tennessee. Before a race, Keely was known to give her competitors a flower. She was loved by her teammates at FRA and had the best running partner, her younger brother, Austin. When she wasn’t running, she served as secretary of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, was a member of the Honor Council and the National Honor Society, and was salutatorian of her class. After graduation, she continued her cross country and track career through a scholarship to Belmont University, where she became the first NCAA AllAmerican for any male or female athlete across any sport at Belmont University.

Upon graduating, she returned to FRA as a kindergarten teacher, a PreK aid, and a cross country and track coach with Coach Tucker. After two years, Keely and her husband Kevin moved across the country due to Kevin’s job with the FBI. She is a mother of two, Grace and Graham, and her family currently lives in Fayetteville, Arkansas. She is a teacher at Vandergriff Elementary, coaches her daughter’s cross-country and track teams, and enjoys helping at her church.

THE 1988 BASEBALL TEAM had a remarkable season with 27 wins against only 2 losses, culminating with the Class A State Championship. The team batted over .400 for the season, winning the District and Regional Championships en route to their historic season. While benefitting from the tremendous leadership of its seniors Jay Dalton, Todd Glisson, Danny North, Kyle Rigsby, Charley Williamson, Matt Woodard, David Harr, Todd Dragon, and Paul Nelson. Coach George Weicker cultivated the players’ talents and love for each other into a team that would not settle for anything less than a State Championship. Under the leadership of pitching coach Jerry Williams, FRA had one of the best starting rotations in the state, which included Danny North, Matt Woodard, Paul Nelson, Todd Dragon, Jeremy Ogborn, Jon Ognibene, Grady Cannon, and Matthew Gaunt. All these factors combined to make FRA one of the best baseball teams in the state of Tennessee. The entire community rallied behind the team all the way to the Championship. One fan remarked, “I’ve never seen a high school team play with such skill, compatibility, and dedication.”

1988 Baseball Team

The 1988 Baseball Team members were Dane Carder, Todd Messick, Todd Glisson, Chad Pieratt, Paulie Allen, Kyle Rigsby, Shelly Carder, David Harr, Paul Nelson, Todd Dragon, Grady Cannon, Jay Dalton, Jon Ognibene, Danny North, Jeremy Ogborn, Robert Butler, Matthew Gaunt, Charley Williamson, Matt Woodard, statistician David Beckham, and Managers Scott Edwards, Cathie Cato, Julie McGuigan, Coach George Weicker, and Coach Jerry Williams.

COACH KEN MCDONALD started as the head varsity soccer coach for both the boys’ and girls’ soccer teams in 2000. Under his leadership, the boys’ team won the regional championship in 2000, 2002, 2003, and 2004 and reached the state semi-finals in 2000, 2002, and 2004. Coach Mac’s overall FRA boys' soccer record was 161 wins, 93 losses, and 30 draws. Coach Mac found even greater success coaching the girls’ soccer program from 2000 – 2018. In that span, the girls’ team won the region championship 11 times, reached the state quarterfinals seven times, and played in the state semi-finals for the first time in 2001. His program won four state championships in 2002, 2004, 2005, and 2007, making Coach Mac one of the most decorated head coaches in FRA history. Coach Mac’s overall FRA Girls' Soccer record is 287 wins, 92 losses, and 30 draws. “No coach ever developed me as a soccer player and as a person like Coach McDonald,” said Kristin Garman Salato, player and 2022 Hall of Fame inductee. “I will be forever grateful for his impact on me and my teammates. I was always impressed with how he could take all levels of talent and personalities and make a cohesive unit. He could get my best and everyone’s best without raising his voice; instead, he raised his expectations. We all wanted to meet and exceed them because of our respect for him as a coach and mentor.”

Coach Ken McDonald

Coach Mac played college soccer at Penn State University, eventually leading him to play professionally for the San Jose Earthquakes. He played professional soccer for seven seasons before ending his career with the St. Louis Steamers in 1985. He moved to Nashville in 1989 to become the Vanderbilt University Women’s Head Soccer Coach. While at Vanderbilt, Coach Mac’s team won the SEC championship in 1993 and 1994 and went to the NCAA tournament each year from 1994 –1998. He was named SEC Coach of the Year in 1993 and 1997. After an overall coaching record at Vanderbilt of 126 wins, 67 losses, and 2 draws, Coach Mac left college coaching in 1998. He and his wife, Anne Louise, have three children who attended FRA. His soccer legacy at FRA continues with his son Ryan, now serving as the FRA head boys’ soccer coach and assistant coach for the girls’ program.

Distinguished Alumni Award

Martha Johnson Heston '87

The Distinguished Alumni Award was established in 2005 to show appreciation to those individuals who have made significant contributions to FRA. Those chosen to receive this award have influenced our community through their accomplishments, dedication, and service while at FRA and following graduation.

MARTHA JOHNSON HESTON '87 started at FRA in kindergarten, and while at FRA, she played basketball, softball, track, and tennis. She was a member of FCA and received senior superlative of most school spirit for attending all sporting events.

Martha attended Belmont University and earned a degree in criminal justice and sociology. After college, she joined the Brentwood Police Department. From there, she joined the Tennessee Bureau of Fingerprints, however her lifelong dream was to be an FBI Agent. Martha J. Heston became an FBI Special Agent in the Chicago Division in 1998. She had a whole career with the FBI and was recognized by the FBI Director as one of the top 1% of supervisors in the entire FBI.

At the beginning of her career, Martha worked on violent crimes, gangs, and counterterrorism matters. She was promoted in 2006 to Supervisory Special Agent and transferred to the Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) unit at FBI Headquarters, where she later was deployed to Afghanistan for a short period.

In 2012, Martha was promoted again to run the Joint Terrorism Task Force (JTTF) in the FBI Chicago Division, where she supervised the entire Chicago JTTF, FBI Bomb Technician Program, Special Events Program, WMD Program, and HAZMAT Program.

Martha also served on the FBI’s Evidence Response Team (ERT) during her career. Weeks after 9/11, she volunteered as a member of ERT for two three-week tours to sift through millions of tons of debris from Ground Zero on Staten Island. Because of her selfless act, Martha developed numerous medical conditions due to being at the toxic debris site for six weeks. She retired after 20 years of FBI service in 2018 because of the medical conditions. She is a Retired Supervisory Special Agent. She currently works to help advocate for first responders.

Despite her medical hardship, Martha still says she'd volunteer again to serve her country.

DNA LAB

THE DNA LAB ALLOWS OUR STUDENTS TO ACTIVELY PARTICIPATE IN THE FIELD OF BIOTECHNOLOGY, WHICH IS ONE OF THE FASTEST GROWING DIVISIONS OF THE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY INDUSTRY.

BY STEPHANIE FEYES,

upper school biology teacher

HHave you ever thought about the science behind the idea of designer babies? What about genetically modified foods? Have you ever wondered how insulin is generated for diabetics? Our students are investigating these questions and more in our DNA laboratory space.

Biotechnology, in its simplest form, is the manipulation of living things to create a product that is beneficial for humans. Designer babies, genetically modified foods (GMOs), and recombinant DNA are just a few of the biotechnology topics FRA students have the opportunity to engage with on a regular basis. Gone are the days of middle and high school biology programs focusing on fact-learning and repetition. Students need to be scientists. They need to engage with the content and be placed in scenarios where they are the researchers investigating their own questions, not bystanders just hearing about a topic.

The DNA Lab, located in our Math and Science Hall, opens the door for our students to actively participate in the field of biotechnology, which is one of the fastest growing divisions of the science and technology industry. The knowledge and skills gained by the students who access our DNA Lab will help them develop a strong understanding of biotechnology and the impact it has on society. A significant portion of the time spent in the DNA Lab will involve actual and simulated research that is being done in laboratories world-wide. These inquiry opportunities will provide our students with the unique experience of carrying out life changing experiments in our very own school. Ultimately, it is our hope the content learned and skills developed in this space will offer students the chance to develop a signature science experience during their time at FRA.

The next time your mind begins to wonder and you want to know how crime scene investigators find genetic matches to evidence collected at a crime scene, just ask one of our DNA Lab scientists. They can show you how it is done.

YOUNG ALUMNI IN ACTION

BY SABRINA LAFAYE, Class of 2019

FRA blessed me with guardian angels who planted seeds of confidence and nurtured my potential as a young person. Among these, Ms. Feyes, my former AP biology teacher, honored me with a commission to commemorate the grand opening of the DNA Lab. I recently had graduated, and this project allowed me to reflect on and show my gratitude for FRA’s influence on my personal and artistic development.

I joined FRA mainly due to the support and attentiveness Dr. Fred Frawley showed my family during our pivotal decision to repeat third grade. This offered me a fresh start to build my reading skills as a newly diagnosed dyslexic. Dr. Frawley was my first “guardian angel” and embodied the warm essence I felt throughout my FRA career, meeting teachers, deans, and coaches who expanded my perception of personal potential. From third to eighth grade, my school experience went from a battle of intellectual insecurities to flourishing academics and community involvement. Finding a passion for school changed my life.

Faculty and staff acknowledged my unique challenges and validated my hard work by investing extra energy to foster my growth. They inventively re-explained concepts and encouraged me to try hard at things I am good at. My sixth-grade literature teacher, Mr. Brasel, opened my eyes to storytelling's beauty and affirmed my appreciation for reading and writing with an award at the end of the year. Mrs. Blevins helped explain my disposition to other teachers and gave me a voice to ask for help without embarrassment. Ms. Feyes integrated illustration into class note-taking, nourishing my mode of comprehension and furthering my interest in medical illustration.

All my life, I observed nature, cultivated proprioception in gymnastics and dance, and processed the world around me and its effect on my internal state through drawing. The sensation of making things as a child satisfied my mind’s need to manifest my thoughts physically. I have maintained this intuitive practice throughout my life and continue to learn through my hands.

My dream profession as a child was to be a pastry chef because I enjoyed the transformative process

of baking raw ingredients into tasty sculptures. I met a medical illustrator in eighth grade and was thrilled that a profession that visually represents innovative knowledge existed. My creative compass, still magnetized to the challenge and process of building active art, led me to pursue Architecture at Tulane University. Architecture education helped articulate my observation of the relationship between art, science, math, and other subjects through design. In lower school, drawing diagrams and graphs strengthened my understanding of math and science, and inversely, math and science resolved my 2D and 3D fabrication. I find literature extraordinarily inspiring; it is still challenging to recognize phonics and decipher semiotics.

Alternatively, art allows for floating concepts in my and other’s minds to find non-verbal meaning through the evolution of making. This can be for personal use or communication with audiences. Art as a form of note-taking can result in personalized imagery helpful for immediate recall of concepts, like seeing a photo that transports you into the memory. Ms. Feyes’ class incorporated drawing, implementing the scientist's skill of hand-eye mind connection known to Leonardo Da Vinci. At the end of her biology and AP biology courses, I accumulated two journals of reference material ideally prompted for the DNA Lab mural. The illustrative notes I took during class served as a style guide intended to feel familiar to students. I hope they relate to its playfulness, noticing similarities and differences in their notes. Because sketching expresses personal understanding, illustrative notes can look different. It's encouraging to see how exploring perspectives beyond our own can lead to the same insights. Imagination has the power to challenge the rules of reality, sparking fresh investigations.

I was thrilled by the grandeur of this 14’x17’ concrete canvas and the ability to think big.

Considering the A/C tube and whiteboard obstructing the rectangle, I used gridded paper to understand the proportions of my working space. Inspired by the movement and tools involved in gel electrophoresis, I envisioned this 2-dimensional canvas as a live fish tank.

Your eyes jump from ions floating down the gel electrophoresis to chromosomes lining up to spin the genetic wheel of fortune and DNA replicating

with mutations to catch. The mural is not a manual but an imagined interaction of previously learned DNA replication knowledge and newly introduced DNA identification technology. At the top, the pipette initiates the charged waterfall carrying DNA from wells to bars, resulting in a DNA fingerprint. The liquid responds to its container, “falling” off the edge of the whiteboard and onto the ground, where the composition transitions to a deeper dive into genetics. The wheel of fortune, with pie slices proportioned to their inherited dominant or

recessive tendency, is spun by a chromosome character. Each chromosome awaits its turn on the zoomedin DNA “ladder,” weaving through doorways in the deoxyribose, house-like silhouettes. Their genetic variation represents the unique identity of every person’s DNA fingerprint. Yellow Erlenmeyer flasks appear translucent, changing color where they overlap to appear interactive rather than wallpaper-like. The mural incorporates standard DNA symbols and specific topics and technologies studied in class, providing accessible insight and curiosity to understand more.

One of my favorite memories of making the mural remains unseen. Beneath the whiteboard are handprints in the college colors of my good friends and co-art-enthusiasts Jake Slipkovich and Sherwin Nazemi, who helped fill in my penciled design. I was thankful to celebrate years of friendship and memories making dance decorations together with this final project. We sealed our work with the kiss of our palms and began our college adventures.

Observing how my imagination and interpretation of the world can elicit a response from another individual is magical. In upper school, I was recognized with multiple regional art awards, and in 2019, I received national recognition with a gold and silver medal awarded at Carnegie Hall by the Scholastic Art and Writing competition. My first gallery display was in August 2022 at Chauvet Art Gallery in Nashville, TN. Since then, my art career has been blessed with a few personal commissions.

This DNA lab mural project was one of the greatest honors bestowed on me. I was entrusted with a commission of a grand scale at a young age, opening my eyes to how others value my work and work ethic. No matter the longevity of its surface, the experience is an important feeling I carry with me always. It will inspire other students and give recognition to those who inspired me on my journey. This spring, I graduate from Tulane University with an Architecture and Art degree and look forward to pursuing a master's in industrial design and working in the design fabrication field.

BOUND BY EXCELLENCE

driven by faith

BY MEAGHAN WILLIAMS, Director of Studies

Five years ago, I nervously drove onto the FRA campus for an interview for an opening in the science department. Even before setting foot on campus, I had a feeling this was going to be a community of which I would desire to be a part. While I knew that I would be able to speak with ease about my teaching abilities, I was unsure how a conversation around my faith would unfold. Faith is so deeply personal. Yet, the people I spoke with that day engaged me in a way that I hadn’t been previously. It was the difference between being interviewed as a potential employee and being interviewed as a prospective member of the family. We talked about every facet of my life, and I walked away feeling valued as a whole person. I knew that in this community, I would be able to both share my expertise and walk alongside students as we explored our faith together.

FRA’s approach to faith is unlike other faith-based schools. Here, faith isn’t imposed on our students but rather lived out daily through our diverse faculty as reflections of our Christian mission. These educators offer their faith as an invitation, not an expectation, allowing students to participate in their own time and on their own terms. From conversations in class to Spiritual Emphasis Week, students are allowed to explore their own beliefs at their own pace. Every question and doubt are met with the same grace that is shown to us by God.

At the core of FRA’s community are the exceptional educators who interact with our students every day. They embody a unique blend of academic excellence and boundless love and compassion. They demand excellence from their students and also from themselves and their colleagues. Their classrooms aren’t just places of learning, they are spaces filled with joy and engagement. Our educators are incredible because they understand the importance of continual improvement and can relay that idea to students because they themselves are participating in it.

It should come as no surprise that FRA was recognized as a Top Workplace in Tennessee; an effort led by our own Bob Chandler. This isn’t merely a title; it is a reflection of the voices of our educators who love this community deeply. This recognition demonstrates that the feelings I experienced on my first day on campus, the feelings of being valued as a whole person, are not unique to me but rather felt by so many members of our community.

FRA has grown and evolved over the years as we have increased the size of our student body, brought forth new and innovative programs, and expanded and improved our facilities. However, these things remain constant: our unwavering commitment to faith and our deep desire to create an outstanding learning environment. FRA isn’t just a workplace; it is a testament to the beauty of a community bound together by faith, grace, and shared pursuit of excellence.

Senior Spotlights

SOFIA DARSINOS ’24

Sofia Darsinos, an FRA student since eighth grade, not only contributed as varsity cheer team co-captain but also served as a lead student ambassador and senior class president. While her fall school decision is pending, she intends to pursue studies in international business and Spanish.

HOW LONG HAVE YOU ATTENDED FRA, AND WHAT WILL YOU TAKE AWAY FROM YOUR TIME HERE?

I began at FRA in eighth grade and have seen this place impact every part of who I am. Seeing my relationships grow with both teachers and my peers is something I will always treasure. I’ve had many exciting experiences at FRA during my last few months that have made me so grateful to call this place home. I see how I am being invested in and can’t wait to practice what I’ve learned on a college campus.

WHAT IS THE BIGGEST LESSON YOU HAVE LEARNED AT FRA?

I have learned how to be a servant leader. I am so confident in myself, in who FRA has made me to be, and who I will continue to be. When I first arrived at FRA, I hesitated to be involved in anything and found myself being shy. Today, I want to be involved in all that is offered to me. I get so excited talking about FRA and have learned it is such an honor to represent this place in little and big ways.

HOW HAS YOUR SENIOR YEAR IMPACTED YOUR FRA EXPERIENCE?

Since becoming a senior, I’ve seen a new side of the student experience. You begin to take such pride in the most minor things. Pulling onto campus every morning, I am reminded of who I am because of my experience here, and senior year has only amplified that. From senior greeting to decorating the Hill and being a leader in different areas on campus, I see not only how my senior year is impacting me but how I can use it to impact other students.

WHO ON CAMPUS HAS HELPED YOU EXCEL?

So many people on FRA's campus have impacted my life spiritually and academically. For academics, Mr. Sanford’s AP World History class has prepared me for college. His passion for the subject made me passionate, and I want to make him proud. He encouraged me to try my hardest, push through when topics were challenging, and dive

deeper into the subject. Spiritually, I’ve had incredible women like Ms. Koogler, Ms. Devey, and Ms. Bachert, who each encouraged me to become the best I could be while being a friend to everyone.

HOW HAVE YOU GROWN ACADEMICALLY?

I have been improving year by year, trying more challenging classes and being excited to try them. The thought of AP courses and honors courses, used to scare me. I’ve been challenged to think differently. Our teachers care deeply, and I realize daily how blessed I am to have teachers who challenge me out of love. I know I can do most things; I’ve seen this pay off in big ways.

WHAT AREAS OF CAMPUS LIFE HAVE YOU BEEN INVOLVED IN?

I’ve had the chance to participate in so many incredible clubs, teams, and groups on campus. Currently, I am senior class president and love the opportunity to lead my peers, especially through this last year. Beyond student government, I am captain of the cheer and dance teams, work with Best Buddies, attend YoungLife, work with lower school cheer, and am a lead student ambassador. I feel so grateful to have these moments shaping my FRA experience.

WHAT DO YOU CHERISH MOST ABOUT FRA?

Our community is something I will always cherish and carry with me. After COVID, our community grew stronger than I have ever seen it. Amid something so hard, our faculty helped us grow and made this the most excellent place to go to school, and I imagine a fantastic place to work. We have a place that is resilient through hard times, and because of this incredible and unique community, I know what it looks like to stay joyful during hard things.

WHAT IS YOUR ADVICE TO AN INCOMING STUDENT?

My advice might sound scary, but it shouldn’t be. I encourage each underclassman to make friendships and

talk to the upperclassmen. Each upperclass student hopes to make your time on campus the best of your life. When I think of myself, I hope to invest in each incoming freshman student and make them feel welcome and supported. Upperclassmen want to be there for you however they can!

HOW WOULD YOU DEFINE YOUR FRA EXPERIENCE IN A FEW WORDS?

Every person in my grade I consider a sibling. My teachers are another set of parents, and everyone on this campus pushes me to improve daily. This place has given me another family to grow with, laugh with, and have the best years of my life.

AQJACK SPICER '24

Jack Spicer, an FRA member since kindergarten, exemplifies dedication through diverse involvement. An eight-year band member, showcasing trumpet talent, he's been a key player on the varsity golf team, reaching the state championship in his senior year. Jack contributes to spiritual life, leading worship and serving on the worship team. As an FRA ambassador, he showcases pride and dedication, touring prospective families. Jack, heading to Lipscomb University for Business Management, continues his personal and professional growth journey.

HOW LONG HAVE YOU ATTENDED FRA, AND WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR FAVORITE MEMORY?

Since Kindergarten, I have been an FRA Panther and have had 13 years of incredible memories. One of my favorites was Mr. Javier, who worked on the cleaning staff while I was in lower school. Each year, he would lead the whole school in ‘Feliz Navidad.’ In the hallway, he was always so joyful and knew every kid. To this day, he still wishes me a happy birthday.

WHAT IS THE BIGGEST LESSON YOU HAVE LEARNED AT FRA?

I have learned patience and humility. I will walk away from FRA being changed by teachers such as Mr. Chandler, who never gets angry, practices the love of God, and teaches me to do the same. I will walk away feeling confident because men like Mr. Harris and Coach Hart have also provided this example.

HOW HAS YOUR SENIOR YEAR IMPACTED YOUR FRA JOURNEY?

Growing up on this campus, I have seen 12 senior classes go before me and do many fun things. The students grow close and gather around FRA with such school spirit. Homecoming, for example, was such a special day because I walked into the pep rally with my little brother. Sharing my love for FRA with other students gave me a new and exciting perspective.

HOW HAS THE SENIOR CLASS ELEVATED YOUR LOVE FOR FRA?

I’ve grown up with some of my friends since childhood. I know this is unique and special, and I don’t take it for granted. As a senior, I see a new enthusiasm for the place I was raised in. My peers and I have a new energy, even for those who have been here a long time. We’ve become more close-knit, and I know that will continue when we graduate. It is fun to grow closer with people and support them in our last months together.

WHO ON CAMPUS HAS HELPED YOU EXCEL?

Mr. Chandler has been by my side, encouraging and challenging me since I was in fifth grade. For the last seven years, he has wa tched and helped me grow. For those same seven years, he’s been my favorite teacher and makes each day of learning fun. Ms. Dunn has also made learning Spanish such a memorable and fun experience through music and song, but most importantly, through something I’m passionate about.

HOW HAVE YOU GROWN ACADEMICALLY?

Since middle school, I have felt challenged and supported. Teachers have always pushed me to grow and dive deeper into specific subjects and courses. Mr. Allen’s writing class stands out because I know I am ready for college. With his class, I am always encouraged to think critically and write precisely. FRA has prepared me for whatever academic endeavors I choose to pursue next.

WHAT AREAS OF CAMPUS LIFE HAVE YOU BEEN INVOLVED IN?

I’ve been so grateful to be involved in many different areas on campus, but the ones that have impacted my FRA experience most have been the worship team, student ambassadors, golf, and band. Each of these has helped me become a leader in different areas and see new perspectives of FRA.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE GOLF MEMORY?

This 2023 season has been my favorite memory, without a doubt. Becoming state runner-ups and having the chance to experience that pride in my sport was unmatched. This year, we worked well together, pushed each other to improve, and remained brothers on and off the golf course.

WHAT IS YOUR ADVICE TO AN INCOMING FRESHMAN?

If I had one piece of advice, it would be to get involved and not be scared to do something. The more you do, the more people you meet, the more this place will become your home. It is as unique as you let it be.

HOW WOULD YOU DEFINE YOUR FRA EXPERIENCE INTO A FEW WORDS?

FRA is home. It is where I have watched myself grow and become the person I hoped to be. Every monumental memory here is one that I will cherish and always take with me. Not everyone gets to see their school as a home, and that is what this place will always be for me. I am eternally grateful for all the people, programs, and memories that have made me an FRA man.

building the

FRAmily

WHERE BONDS STRENGTHEN, LEADERS EMERGE, AND MEMORIES LAST A LIFETIME.

BY DAVID DAWSON, Director of Student Life, AND BRANDON ALBRIGHT, Director of Spiritual Life

The FRA student life experience has evolved with meaningful out-of-class experiences, including retreats fostering relationships with peers and faculty, and promoting spiritual growth early in the school year.

In the lower school, our 4th-grade retreat focuses on leadership through team-building games and programming.. Students learn valuable skills that focus on listening, problem solving, and positive encouragement, guided by insights from proven upper school student leaders and faculty on the importance of leveraging individual strengths for strong leadership.

Our middle school students experience grade-level retreats at off-campus locations, emphasizing diverse aspects of relationship building. The journey concludes with the 8th-grade theme verse retreat at Barefoot Republic in southern Kentucky, focusing on leadership development and strengthening early-year connections.

"As the Director of Student Activities, it is my objective to provide our students will opportunities to grow in their faith, their relationships, and in community within FRA's unique culture. We are committed to fostering leadership, instilling kindness, empathy, compassion, and resilience, enhancing students' academic and co-curricular experiences, and fostering lasting relationships beyond graduation."

DAVID DAWSON, DIRECTOR OF STUDENT LIFE

Upper school students kick off the year with a unique, all-school retreat a week before school starts in August. The retreat, filled with energy, allows students to strengthen existing relationships and forge new bonds with peers and faculty through activities like lip sync routines, zip-lining, water slides, and Alpha/ Omega events. The evening session, led by Director of Spiritual Life Brandon Albright, sets the tone for the year, focusing on the theme verse chosen by the senior class and challenging students to live it out in the new school year.

At the end of each school year, our rising senior class comes together for the Junior Theme Verse Retreat. This is their first official opportunity to explore their desire to lead our school community as the eldest students. Mr. Albright walks them through the process of thoughtfully selecting a theme verse for their senior year. This verse will become the guiding rudder for the school year spiritually and provide guidance for our students daily.

with David Thomas

DAVID THOMAS, LMSW, serves as Executive Director and Summer Director at Daystar Counseling Ministries. He guides Daystar as co-executive director, meets with clients for parent consults, provides assessments with new families, and supervises the guys’ staff. He is the author of ten books, including the best-selling “Wild Things: The Art of Nurturing Boys and Raising Emotionally Strong Boys: Tools Your Son Can Build on for Life.” He co-hosts the “Raising Boys & Girls” podcast and has become a sought-after speaker nationwide. David joined us on campus in October as one of our Counseling Coffee speakers, where he spoke on helping kids build vital emotional health.

WHAT IS THE GREATEST NEED IN OUR YOUTH RIGHT NOW?

I don’t think anyone was terribly surprised to learn the U.S. Surgeon General declared youth mental health a “state of emergency” at the end of 2021. We had been seeing growing rates of anxiety and depression with kids and adolescents for some time pre-pandemic. Those numbers became significantly worse during the pandemic. For example, in the U.S., emergency room visits for suicide rose 51 percent for adolescent girls in

early 2021 as compared to the same period in 2019. The figure rose 4 percent for boys. This crisis put a spotlight on the need for helping youth develop resilience and emotional strength as they encounter all the difficult moments of growing up.

HOW HAVE YOU SEEN THE MOST SIGNIFICANT SHIFT IN TODAY'S YOUTH?

There have been a number of shifts in my 30+ years of counseling families and children. We’ve certainly never seen as many kids and adolescents struggling at any

point in my decades of doing this work. On the one hand, youth in this day and time are more skilled in naming their feelings. Sadly, they seem less skilled in navigating those feelings. I talk widely about emotional strength, including both - naming and navigating. It’s certainly helpful, and necessary, to build awareness in noticing and naming the feelings, but it can’t stop there. It’s equally important to have healthy coping skills on board to navigate those different emotions. Another shift I have seen is the pressure youth are experiencing - academically, athletically and relationally. Those pressures seem at an all time high, making the building of these emotional skills more important than ever.

WHAT ARE THE GREATEST STRESSORS FOR YOUTH?

Kids and parents report being overwhelmed by the current pace of life - academically, athletically and within so many other extra-curricular experiences. There is an unfortunate pressure on parents to enroll kids in youth sports at an earlier and earlier age, accompanied by the fear that they won’t be able to play at a competitive level down the road if they don’t develop enough mastery early on. Similarly, we see high school kids overwhelmed by the urgency to build a resume that will earn them a space in college, as well as scholarship money. Kids and families are often over-scheduled, which can set the stage for a number of emotional and relational concerns.

WHAT ARE THE KEY THINGS KIDS NEED FROM THEIR PARENTS?

Understanding and empathy. The knowledge and the acknowledgment that it’s a hard time in history to be a kid and an adolescent. Our kids have so much coming at them. Equally so, kids need support and boundaries. Support that allows them to try new things and do hard things, rather than intervening and rescuing, which is tempting to do. We talk so often about how boundaries create security for kids. When we offer boundaries, whether that’s healthy limits on screen time or not allowing teens to use and abuse substances, we are prioritizing health over happiness.

WHAT ONE THING WOULD YOU TELL PARENTS?

Don’t forget the importance of enjoyment. Pressure and anxiety cause us to lose our warmth and joy. We can become so weighed down by the pressures of today, that our kids don’t experience the foundational ingredients of time together, laughter and play, enjoyment and relationship.

WHAT IS THE BIGGEST MISCOMMUNICATION BETWEEN PARENTS AND CHILDREN?

I believe it is likely technology. We are bridging space between digital natives and those who had limited experience with technology. There’s much to learn for all parties involved.

IN WHAT WAYS ARE PARENTS INADVERTENTLY CAUSING MORE ANXIETY IN THEIR CHILDREN?

We talk often about how anxiety is contagious. Unfortunately, our anxiety as parents easily spills over on to the kids we love. The good news is that calm is equally contagious. If we learn to name and navigate our own anxiety, we can become the greatest agent for support and change on behalf of the kids we love.

WHAT ARE THINGS PARENTS CAN DO TO RAISE EMOTIONALLY-STRONG CHILDREN?

Practicing the 3 R’s (recognize, regulate, and repair) is a skill we will talk about in our classes over and over. We must allow the kids we love to sit in the front row throughout their development and watch these skills occur through the grown-ups they trust the most. It is one of the greatest gifts we could offer to their emotional development. Kids learn more from observation than information.

WHAT DO YOU SEE AS THE BIGGEST STRENGTH IN TODAY’S YOUTH?

For all of the horrible things that emerged from this pandemic, there were a few good things. One of those being, in my opinion, the emphasis on youth mental health. I hate it took a global pandemic for us to turn our attention in this direction, but I’m thankful we are talking about and thinking about mental health and well-being in a brand new way. As I mentioned earlier, more youth than ever can name their feelings. We still have work to do, but that’s an important starting point.

ANY WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENT FOR PARENTS?

Thanks to all the latest research, we now understand it’s possible for the structure of the brain to change over time. Neuroplasticity is one of the greatest discoveries of the last decades. That simply means you can teach an old dog new tricks (not that I’m calling any parents old).

I’m simply saying we can all learn new (and healthier) ways of being in the world - emotionally, relationally and spiritually. This not only impacts our children now, but their children, someday, as well.

IGNITING HOPE for Hawaii wildfire relief

At FRA, we believe service has an incredible power to transform lives - both those whom we serve and our own - and service life is woven into all parts of our school. Students have the opportunity to serve others locally within our community and the greater Nashville area and globally through mission trips and other experiences that develop skills, leadership qualities, and passion for others.

In August 2023, wildfires ravaged Maui, Hawaii, causing widespread destruction, power outages, blocked roads, and a record number of fatalities, surpassing any U.S. wildfire in the past century. In response to the devastation that swept Hawaii, current fourth-grade student, Caroline Kuck, stepped up to lead a bake sale to raise awareness and donations to fire victims. Caroline has a heart of service in and out of the classroom, as she always shows love to others, shows compassion, and does whatever she can to help.

BY SUSANNAH MILLAR, 4th Grade Teacher

Over the course of the past two years, it has been my privilege to serve as Caroline's teacher. Caroline is an exceptional student, embodying a unique blend of kindness, resilience, and a genuine servant's heart. Her commitment to making a positive impact on the community was evident when she took the lead in organizing a bake sale to raise funds for the victims of the Maui fires. This initiative not only showcased her organizational skills but also highlighted her compassionate nature.

Caroline is a strong and empathic leader, always ready to lend a helping hand to those in need. When she observes a friend facing challenges, she is the first to offer comforting words of encouragement, coupled with a warm and reassuring hug. Her daily efforts to bring smiles to the faces of those around her contribute significantly to the positive and inclusive atmosphere in class.

Beyond her remarkable leadership and kindness, Caroline's enduring love for Jesus is a central aspect of her character. She consistently volunteers to lead devotions, bringing the love of Jesus into our classroom and touching the hearts of her peers. This spiritual dedication not only reflects her personal values but also enhances the overall sense of unity and compassion in our learning environment.

Caroline's multifaceted contributions extend far beyond academic pursuits, enriching the lives of her classmates and creating a community that values empathy, compassion, and faith. It has been truly inspiring to witness her growth and unwavering commitment to serving others over the past two years. I am confident that Caroline's compassionate and dedicated nature, coupled with her enduring faith, will continue to shine brightly as she continues through her years at FRA.

Q&A

DIVERSITY, COMMUNITY, AND INCLUSION with Brodrick Thomas

WHAT DRIVES DIVERSITY SUCCESS AT FRA?

FRA's diversity success is a result of past collective efforts by faculty, board members, leadership, students, and parents who recognized the importance of fostering community. As a steward, I aim to continue this legacy, making a meaningful impact before passing the baton.

HOW HAS FRA'S MISSION OF DIVERSITY EVOLVED?

We intentionally build and nurture a diverse educational community whose members learn and live alongside one another with mutual respect, displaying intellectual curiosity about differences, and demonstrating Christ’s message of love and inclusion.

HOW DOES FRA APPROACH DIVERSITY?

We approach diversity through three dimensions: providing"The Culture" for inclusive student environments, "The Experience"of involving faculty and parents to show our students, and "The Growth" to attract diverse families /candidates aligned with our inclusive mission.

HOW DOES FRA ENGAGE STUDENTS IN DIVERSITY?

We've initiated programs like the Culture Council, where students collaborate with administrators to shape our cultural environment. Additionally, initiatives such as FRAmily Matters foster mentorship between older and younger students, and specialized meetings promote inclusion and belonging.

HOW DO PARENTS AND FACULTY HELP SHAPE DIVERSITY?

A group called Diversity Parent Representatives collaborates with us to ensure our programs cater to parental needs and participation. We also conduct faculty sessions focusing on inclusion methodologies, following themes like GRACE—Gender, Race, Age/Ability, Culture, and Economic status—to integrate diversity into curriculum.

HOW DOES FRA ENHANCE DIVERSITY THROUGH GROWTH?

We've established connections with diverse feeder schools, facilitating growth in our community's diversity. Additionally, partnerships with educational institutions and participation in diversity conferences nationwide help us attract candidates and build pipelines for teachers of color.

WHAT ARE FRA'S ACHIEVEMENTS IN DIVERSITY INITIATIVES?

Last year, our community donated 33,000 diapers on Martin Luther King Day, benefiting 660 children in Tennessee. Collaborative efforts with organizations and feeder schools have enriched our community, and ongoing programming impacts both our students and the Greater Nashville Community.

WHAT ARE SOME FUTURE FRA DIVERSITY MILESTONES?

Continuous growth is a priority as we aim to expand our reach, engage more families and candidates. Our goal is for our community to reflect the love of Christ on our campus.

arts

ABBY DITTO | AP Art Reflection

“This year, I chose water for my AP concentration. I wanted to explore water’s importance in life through my paintings and drawings. I have especially enjoyed painting water reflections because I think they are beautiful. Dr. Thornton has helped me a lot throughout this process, and I appreciate her guidance in brainstorming ideas and creating new pieces.”

INTO THE WOODS

BY ROSS BOLEN, Theater Director

As a theater director, my fascination with the world beyond the final curtain has been a lifelong inquiry, echoing back to the days when I pondered the fate of my beloved characters. What transpires in the lives of these characters after we bid them farewell and the curtain closes? Are they content with the resolutions we witnessed, or does life propel them into an unending quest for something new?

This fall, our upper school students entered "Into the Woods," a production that has captured my heart for its profound exploration of what happens after the traditional "happily ever after." This musical delves into the complexities of maintaining happiness once dreams are realized, questioning the very essence of this elusive emotion. Can we truly grasp and retain joy, or is it a transient state, forever slipping through our fingers?

The woods in this production serve as both a metaphor for life's journey and a literal manifestation of the age-old idiom "in the woods," symb olizing a sense of being lost or facing ambiguity. The narrative unfolds as characters navigate their personal woods, confronting trials, adversity, and successes to discover their true selves. Often, this transformative journey requires stepping beyond familiar boundaries, embracing risks, and venturing into the un known —a journey into the woods.

In the exploration of happiness, the production poses fundamental questions. How do we evaluate happiness? What do we truly want? Through the tapestry of trial and error, success and failure, the characters encounter happiness as a nuanced and ever-changing entity. It becomes evident that happiness is not something to be possessed but rather a welcomed guest at life's party. The duration of its stay depends on our ability to be hospitable an d openhearted.

The thematic arc of "Into the Woods" underscores the cyclical nature of human desires and aspirations. The production begins and concludes with a "wish," emphasizing the perpetual nature of the human journey. Once one wish is fulfilled, a new adventure beckons, compelling the characters and, by extension, the audience to embark on another transformative adventure.

As our upper school theater director, I find immense joy in bringing this intricate exploration to the stage and to our students. It is an honor to see our students resonate with these characters, their struggles, and their journey for happiness, prompting reflection on each of their adventures and what they are chasing through the metaphorical woods of life.

"Into the Woods" serves as a poignant reminder that life's richness lies in the attainment of wishes and the continuous pursuit of self-discovery and growth. It challenges us to embrace the

uncertainties, risks, and joys accompanying the journey, urging us to extend a warm welcome to happiness as it graces our lives.

For our upper school students, I have seen them grow in artistry, friendship, and charisma over our months of rehearsals and performances. I could not be more proud of how each student has blossomed and found the happiness they will carry beyond their time in our halls. The journey is the ultimate destination—a perpetual adventure for all seeking more extraordinary things.

GIRLS SOCCER

GRETCHEN DEDMAN

QUINN MURPHY

SAMMIE ZEPEDA

INDIVIDUAL HONORS

GRETCHEN DEDMAN

All-District, All-Region

SAMMIE ZEPEDA

All-District, All-Region MVP

MAYA "MJ" JONES

All-Region

QUINN MURPHY

All-District

MAYA “MJ” JONES

BOBBY COUNCIL FOOTBALL

TY CLARK III

LUKE MASTERSON

BRADLEY SCHMOKE

INDIVIDUAL HONORS

TY CLARK III

TSSAA DII-A All Region Offensive MVP

Tennessee Sports Writers Association All State

Tennessee Football Coaches Association All State

615 Preps - Medium Class Offensive player of the Year

BOBBY COUNCIL

TSSAA DII-A All Region Defensive MVP

JAYDEN RUSH

TSSAA DII-A First Team All Region

LUKE MASTERSON

TSSAA DII-A First Team All Region

615 - Preps Medium Class First Team Offensive Line

KEILAN NEAL

TSSAA DII-A First Team All Region

GAVIN GADSEY

TSSAA DII-A First Team All Region

BRADLEY SCHMOKE

TSSAA DII-A First Team All Region

MICHAEL HASSELL

TSSAA DII-A Second Team All Region

ELLIOTT YBARRA

TSSAA DII-A Second Team All Region

LOGAN KINNARD

TSSAA DII-A Second Team All Region

BOYD BROWN

TSSAA DII-A Second Team All Region

CHARLIE SPEED

TSSAA DII-A Honorable Mention All Region

OMARII SANDERS

TSSAA DII-A Honorable Mention All Region

BEAU KOOGLER

TSSAA DII-A Honorable Mention All Region

MINOR BALLEW

TSSAA DII-A Honorable Mention All Region

JONATHAN WILSON

TSSAA DII-A Honorable Mention All Region

CALEB DEERING

TSSAA DII-A Honorable Mention All Region

CROSS COUNTRY

WITT MAXWELL & DYLAN EVERETT

ELLA JOHNSON

ABBY DEERING

INDIVIDUAL HONORS

ABBY DEERING

All-Region, advanced to State Tournament

ANNABELLE BRADFORD

All-Region, advanced to State Tournament

ELLA JOHNSON

All-Region, advanced to State Tournament

WITT MAXWELL

All-Region, advanced to State Tournament

GOLF WALKER WEBB

MIGUEL DE GRACIA

INDIVIDUAL HONORS

MIGUEL DE GRACIA

Tied for 3rd in the State, All State Team

WALKER WEBB

3rd place at Regions, Tied 5th in the State

TEAM HONORS

District Runner-Up, Region Runner-Up, State Runner-Up

From Left to Right: Waller McMillin, Johnny Isaacs, Jaime de Gracia, Head Coach Hayden Copeland, Miguel de Gracia, Walker Webb, and Jack Spicer

MICHAEL WALSH

II feel so lucky to call FRA my school, and I can't help but be so thankful for the incredible experiences that have shaped me into who I am today. From my first day in Pre-K4 to my current place as an 8th grader, my time at this school has been a whirlwind of growth, lessons learned, and unforgettable moments. Many of my memorable moments have happened in the classroom and on the sports fields.

Since the 5th grade, athletics have played a significant role in my life. I've dedicated myself to cross country, basketball, and track, but basketball has become my main passion. The fast pace of the game, combined with the dynamics of different teammates, has made it my favorite. Each season, I step onto the court with new faces beside me, and the feeling of being encouraged yet challenged keeps me coming back.

In cross country and track, I've understood the value of growth and pushing through tough times. The endurance developed on the courses has translated into a resilience beyond sports. It's taught me never to give up, even when faced with the most challenging hurdles in life.

Throughout these teams and sports, coaches like Coach Knight, Coach Zenner, and Coach Sanders have been instrumental in my athletic journey, guiding me through track, cross-country and basketball seasons. Their direction and mentorship pushed me to excel and, more importantly, encouraged me to give my best, not only in sports but also in middle school.

In basketball, the encouragement we share as teammates is undeniable. Beyond our team, the guidance from older teammates who had helped me navigate middle school was important to me. I try to be a friend to my teammates younger than me, just as I had with older friends, sharing techniques and methods for success and offering advice beyond the court.

One of my most satisfying athletic memories was earning a varsity letter while running with the Cross-Country team this past season. Running is both mentally and physically challenging, and I was proud to be part of this team. We pushed each other while working hard and improved our times throughout the season.

FRA has always taught me how to be optimistic. The optimism I’ve been shown fuels me to always do my best. The joy I’ve seen from my teachers and coaches has pushed me to try new things and challenge myself in classes.

My academic journey has allowed me to dive deeper and ask questions. I have cherished every moment in Coach Hart's algebra courses and Ms. Longworth's sixth-grade history class. These classes made learning so much fun and have equipped me with the skills necessary to do well in upper school. The fun and engaging environment in these classes has also set the foundation for good study habits, preparing me for my next year as a freshman.

My FRA experience has been special because of all the people who have poured into me. Mentors like Coach Hart and Mr. McCauley have played a pivotal role in helping me grow. They've not only helped me excel academically but have also helped me develop qualities as a leader and a positive role model for others.

One of the most profound lessons I've learned from middle school is that you always have a chance to make a better impression and become a better version of yourself. I’m so grateful to have teachers and coaches who always want to help me become the best version of myself.

ALUMNI CLASS NOTES

PAUL ALLEN ‘90

Congratulations to Paul Allen, President of Wealth Strategies Partners, on being appointed to the board of Harpeth Conservancy—a science-based conservation organization committed to ensuring clean water and healthy ecosystems for Tennessee rivers.

ANNADELE BARNES BENSON ’16

Annadele graduated in May 2023 with an Occupational Therapy Doctorate from the University of Tennessee Chattanooga.

BILLY BRADSHAW

Billy participated in an FRA Entrepreneurship program panel of music industry professionals, sharing business experience and mentorship to enhance this year's music and entertainment industry-themed curriculum.

WHITNEY DUNN DANIEL ‘99

Business owner of the Perfect Pair, Whitney, hosted an FRA Alumni networking event in October.

LUCY BREAULT HILLIN ’11

Lucy is currently working as a certified registered nurse anesthetist with a doctorate in Charlotte, NC.

PAIGE JOHNSON ‘19

Paige recently attended her white coat ceremony for her Doctor of Pharmacy and MBA programs at the Medical University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy.

JESSE MURPHY ‘06

Jesse participated in a music industry professionals panel for the FRA Entrepreneurship program, sharing valuable experience and mentorship for this year's music and entertainment industry-themed curriculum.

ANNIE SELLICK ’93

In December, Annie performed her fourth annual Christmas benefit concert with an 18-piece orchestra at 3rd and Lindsey.

LORENA SILVA ‘19

Lorena accepted a job with Reformed University Fellowship, a campus ministry committed to reaching college students for Christ and equipping them to serve their communities.

CAPTAIN TRIPP WALLER ’15

Tripp graduated from the United States Military Academy. He was promoted to rank of Captain in the United States Army.

LT. COL MARK WINKER ’99

Alumnus Lieutenant Colonel Mark Winker, US Army, was our Veteran’s Day speaker where he spoke to the middle and upper school students and he emphasized the importance of a life of service for all citizens.

JEREMY WHITE ‘00

Jeremy graduated with a PhD in Biblical Studies and Leadership from St. Mary's University Twickenham in London. He is currently a Theology Professor at Belmont University.

MAIYA ZEPEDA ‘23

Maiya received the GritGrant Award, recognizing her entrepreneurial efforts and applauding her outstanding attributes of grit, perseverance, focus, and agility. She was one of six students worldwide to receive this honor.

IN MEMORY

MARY CLYDE SPARKS ’79 passed away August 12, 2023.

SADIE BASKIN

(mother to Roger Baskin ‘81 and the grandparent of Austin Baskin ‘11 and Trevor Baskin ’09) passed away July 15, 2023.

CHARLES FENTRESS

(Father to Karen Fentress ‘80, Dr. Beth Fentress Hallmark '83 and the grandparent of Allison Hallmark ’14 and Charles Mack Hallmark) passed away September 18, 2023.

MARRIAGES

BETHANY FLOURNOY married CAMERON DEJEAN ’14 on September 2, 2023.

KATHERINE NYQUIST ’04

married DARIUS RYBINSKI on September 4, 2023.

KENNEDY MANNING '15

married HUNTER SOWELL on October 7, 2023

KINGA FLUDER married JONATHAN RYDBURG '13

on October 14, 2023

RICHARD FORD

(Father to Kevin Ford ‘09 and Erin Ford '11) passed away September 29, 2023.

DIANE MAYS MAYFIELD

(Mother to Jeffrey L. Mayfield ’93 and Shelly C. Mayfield ’97) passed away December 12, 2023.

STEVEN THOMAS ANDERSON

(Father to Sara Anderson Donahoe ’94) passed away December 21, 2023.

CHARLES CLIFTON MARTIN JR.

(Father to Meredith Martin Meyer ’92 and Courtney Martin Sachtleben ’93) passed away December 17, 2023.

INA RHEA BEATTY ROBBINS

(Mother to Joey Robbins ’79) passed away December 31, 2023.

DAYNA AVERY HULME ’83

(Mother to Courtney Hulme ’11 and Alexandra Hulme) passed away January 5, 2024.

BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENTS

ERIN WHITE CANTRELL ’15 and CORY CANTRELL welcomed Cruse Douglass on June 19, 2023.

KENDALL MANNING PONCHILLIA ’13 and DALTON PONCHILLIA ’13 welcomed Charlotte Marie on November 9, 2022.

MORGAN TEVEIT STANLEY ’02 and WILL STANLEY welcomed Lyla Greer on January 11, 2023.

AMANDA MCKINNEY ALVARADO ’09 and TRAVIS ALVARADO welcomed Carson Bradley on September 26, 2023.

JESSICA BRACKEN BOYD ’00 and CHARLIE BOYD welcomed Kittredge on November 7, 2023.

AUSTIN BASKIN ’09 and ERIN BASKIN welcomed Summertown Buchannan on November 9, 2023.

PICTURED / Left to right, top to bottom: Summertown Buchannan Baskin, Charlotte Marie Ponchillia, Lyla Greer Stanley, Carson Bradley Alvarado, Kittredge Boyd, and Cruse Douglass Cantrell

Returning to FRA as a parent has been such a full circle experience. It’s given us a new perspective on the lasting impact that the school has made on our lives and will on our entire family.

Cameron attended FRA for his Pre-K 4 through 12th grade years, and I began in the upper school, where we met. From hanging out under the stairs in the upper school between classes to cheering for Cameron from the sidelines during football games and walks at Radnor Lake after school, FRA is woven into so much of our story. Now, that story continues with our boys.

We love that FRA still has that unique, close-knit community that we resonated with during our time at the school. At the same time, there is a new and exciting air with all the positive changes that have been made. From the facilities to the administration and current families, there is an energetic atmosphere every time we arrive on campus. It feels like coming home.

We look forward to Remy and our family making memories and lifelong friends in all the years ahead as we continue our legacy at FRA!

PREMO FAMILY, Legacy Parents

Cameron Premo '10 and Hunter Schleicher Premo '12

NEW LEGACY STUDENTS FOR 2023-24

BEAU BOND

Ryan Cain '96

ALDEN ESTES AND HATTEN ESTES

Houston Estes '00

BROOKS FRAZIER AND SHEPHERD FRAZIER

Shannon Frazier '08

KENNEDY JAULIN

Meredith MacLeod Jaulin

ELLA JONES

Julie Colton Jones '92

LYLA KHOURY

George Khoury '94

FAITH MATTHEWS

Jenny Matthews '02

CALEB MCLEAN

Abby Mathias McLean ’03

KIPLING MILLER

James Miller '88

KIAN PATEL

Nitesh Patel '00

CAROLINE PFEFFER

Jamie Pfeffer

REMY PREMO

Cameron Premo '10 and Hunter Schleicher Premo '12

MICAH SALATO

Jay Salato '03 and Kristin Garman Salato'05

ELIZABETH SANDERS

Nathan Sanders '06

PATTON SANDERS

Isaac Sanders '03

JACK TEAS

John Teas '88

MARY THORNE

Dan Thorne '98

HALLE JOHNSON

Cathy Carpenter Johnson '87

HOMECOMING WEEK

HOMECOMING WEEK CELEBRATION | Students pre-kindergarten through grade 12 celebrated homecoming week with themed dress days, games and activities, movie night on The Hill, senior greeting, a pep rally, and a parade. Our alumni enjoyed a tailgate and the All-Alumni Reunion Party.

HALLOWEEN + CHRISTMAS WEEK

II trust this message finds you well. As we reflect on the conclusion of the 2022-23 fiscal year through the following pages of our Report on Philanthropy, I am moved to express my deepest gratitude for the extraordinary support and generosity that defines the heart of Franklin Road Academy.

In this report, you will find enthralling summaries of the Unique Moment in Time capital campaign, our Annual Fund, named endowed funds, scholarships and awards, alumni giving, and special events such as the FRA Golf Classic and Stars and Guitars. These endeavors, fueled by the time, talent, and treasure generously given by our community, have empowered us to fulfill our school's mission—a mission that is unique, compelling, and drives us to pursue excellence in all aspects of the experience here.

Last year was a testament to the remarkable community of which we are privileged to be a part. The overwhelming support from parents, alumni, and friends has not only propelled us forward but has created a dynamic and exciting school and community experience on our campus.

Philanthropy, as highlighted in this report, is a catalyst that differentiates good schools from great ones. Your investment in our school—whether through financial contributions, volunteerism, or advocacy— has made a tangible impact on the lives of our students. We take pride in the fact that, over the last five years, our annual fund has averaged over 90% parent participation, as compared to just over 60% nationally. This is a testament to the remarkable commitment of our community to the mission of Franklin Road Academy.

In this report, you will read moving testimonies from current families, alumni, and others about why they choose to support the school philanthropically. Their accounts echo a common theme—they believe in the mission of our school, witnessing the unwavering commitment to excellence in the daily delivery of that mission. The diverse learning experiences, the strength of our inclusive Christian community, and the opportunities provided for students to pursue their passions are just a few examples of the returns on the community's investment in our school.

I extend my deepest appreciation to our board of trustees and our leadership for their faithful service to our school through their tireless support and guidance. Their dedication ensures that our students and families benefit from the strong leadership that blesses our school. Additionally, a heartfelt thank you to our development and communications teams, who work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure our school has the resources needed for an excellent student experience.

The collective efforts of our community have left an indelible mark on our school, and the progress witnessed on our campus has been nothing short of remarkable. I am humbled by God’s faithfulness and live in hopeful anticipation of what lies ahead. Thank you for your unwavering partnership with us.

With deepest gratitude,

Sincerely,

Ryan Harris Assistant Head of School for External Affairs

Adrienne, Richard, Kaylee and Duncan

YYears ago, when we chose FRA for our children, the school’s mission truly resonated with us. FRA's commitment to values, educational excellence, and the promise of a nurturing and supportive environment were pivotal in our decision. Today, as we reflect on our decision and consider whether our children see FRA through the same lens, we find that while their interests and activities have evolved, the bedrock of stability, excellence, and sense of home that FRA offers remains a constant in their lives.

Over the year, we’ve witnessed firsthand the positive evolution of our FRA experience. The most significant transformation has been observing our children's growth from curious children to confident teenagers navigating the complexities of life. It isn’t always smooth sailing, as in every family, but being part of a community that grows and evolves with us has been invaluable.

Looking forward, the prospect of FRA's future excites us, particularly its infrastructure development. Beyond bricks and mortar, integrating new technologies and expanded educational opportunities will enhance the teaching and learning environment. FRA values fostering an atmosphere where students excel academically and thrive creatively and personally.

FRA is more than just a rigorous academic curriculum or an array of extracurricular activities. The strong sense of community defines FRA—a place where students aren’t just taught but where they feel supported and encouraged by peers and

educators. That sense of belonging empowers them to embrace their potential fully and prepare them for the road ahead.

To our family, giving extends beyond mere financial contributions. It's about contributing to the betterment of an institution in ways that reverberate throughout the larger community. By supporting FRA, we aim to contribute to an environment that benefits current students and creates a foundation for future generations because it's more than just a school—it's a community dedicated to shaping young minds and fostering a culture of excellence and compassion.

Our support for FRA stems from a belief in its mission and a desire to play a role, however small, in providing the tools for students to thrive and succeed. As our journey with FRA continues, we remain grateful for the values instilled; the transformations witnessed, and the enduring sense of community that makes FRA a home away from home for our family and countless others, not just today but that will endure for the many generations to come.

ALUMNI

GIVING

Dear FRA Alumni,

The 2022-2023 school year was full of encouraging alumni gatherings, bringing people together with friendship and gratitude for all that FRA means to the alums. It was an honor to serve on behalf of alums through a year of growth, fellowship, and giving back.

The Alumni Association grew last year with increases in giving of time, talent, and treasure, showing support for FRA. The gift of time was evident in celebrations and connecting with fellow alums. The gift of talent was exemplified by the number of volunteers serving on a committee, speaking in a classroom, or showing up to support our school community functions. Lastly, the gift of treasures showcased alum generosity as they contributed to FRA, often in honor of the faculty that spoke into their life or for a program they enjoyed, and mostly to join their fellow alums on Day of Giving to support their alma mater.

FRA is only as strong as our alumni, and supporting the school is a testament to what the FRA means to you, too.

I look forward to seeing what our alumni do for FRA next year.

All the best,

Nik Simpson Director of Alumni Relations

“I give back to FRA because my memories of my time in high school there are priceless. It was such a supportive, loving, and caring place and a lot of fun, too! The teachers and administration were amazing, and so many of them are still positively impacting students. I support FRA financially to show my gratitude and help future generations have the same wonderful experience I had.”

KATHY CLARKE BIRD ’89

CLASS OF '79 - '89

Mr. and Mrs. William P. Alderson '89 (Jodi Gregory '89)

Ms. Lisa Buchanan Baskin '81

Mr. and Mrs. George Bird (Mrs. Katherine Clarke '89)

Mr. and Mrs. Raymond W. Bowling (Susan Peppers '84)

Mr. and Mrs. Tony Bueschen (Alison Carpenter '85)

Mr. William L. Campbell, Jr. '87

Mr. and Mrs. Jarrett Dalton '88 (Mary-Evelyn Holder '90)

Mrs. Julie Stroup Davis '82

Mr. John R. Dorris, Jr. '83

Mr. and Mrs. Cullen E. Douglass IV '83

Mr. and Mrs. James M. Halloran (Lori Dioguardi '88)

Mr. and Mrs. Waddy Hammond '85

Mr. and Mrs. Christian Hanley (Lisa Kimery '85)

Mr. and Mrs. Patrick B. Howell '82

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas W. Hulme (Dayna Avery '82)

Mr. and Mrs. Steve Johnson '84

Darla and Scott Johnson '83

Mr. and Mrs. Scott Jungmichel '88 (Denise Pilkinton '89)

Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Ligon '89

Mr. and Mrs. David R. Mack '80

Katherine and Jimmy Miller (Mr. James H. Miller, Jr. '88)

Mr. Jeff Robinson '80

Ashley Sanders Sullivan '88 and Jeff Sullivan

Ms. Karen Brush White '87

Mr. and Mrs. M. Hailey Williamson II '85

Mr. and Mrs. Tom Woodard, Jr. '79

CLASS OF '90 - '99

Mr. R. Chancellor Allen, Jr. '92

Ashley and Ryan Cain '96

Donna and Will Chapman '91

Mr. and Mrs. Henry Chassaignac (Florence Stumb '95)

Mr. and Mrs. William Crabtree (Sharon Pewitt '99)

Mr. and Mrs. Jarrett Dalton '88 (Mary-Evelyn Holder '90)

Mrs. Kathleen Disspayne '91

Mr. and Mrs. Ben Elrod '92

Mr. and Mrs. Andy Ferrell (Anne Blewett '93)

Mr. and Mrs. Chris Forstner (Whitney Kazmerowski '94)

Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Gaunt '91

Amanda Potter Gibbs '91

Ms. Ginger Y. Harper '90

Mr. and Mrs. Jeremiah Johnson '98 (Ashley Jenny '98)

Mr. and Mrs. Richard L. Jones (Julie Colton '92)

Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Koogler (Holly Pewitt '95)

Ms. Kristin Stegall Locke '96

Mr. and Mrs. Jay P. Lown (Katie Tomlinson ’95)

Mr. and Mrs. S. Jason Mathias '97 (Heather Osteen '97)

Mr. and Mrs. Kemper P. Maxwell '91

Lynley and Tee McCarley '94

Mr. and Mrs. Sean R. McLeod '99

Aline and Jon Pinkston '90

Mr. and Mrs. R. Shannon Pollard, Jr. '92

Mr. and Mrs. Jake Pyles

(Ashley Cunningham '92)

Krista and Reggie Ramsey (Krista Smith '93)

Mr. and Mrs. Scott Rhodes (Allison Sutton '96)

Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Scarlett '97

Mr. and Mrs. L. Clifton Tant, Jr. '94

Mary Scott and Dan Thorne '98

Mr. and Mrs. Allen Troutt

(Jodi Vann '99)

Mr. and Mrs. Jamie C. Vance (Millicent Van Mol '95)

Anonymous (2)

CLASS OF '00 - '09

Jessica and Charlie Boyd (Jessica Bracken '00)

Mr. and Mrs. David Carpenter (Savannah White '09)

Andrea and Dan Cleeton '00

Mr. and Mrs. Joc Collignon '00

Mr. and Mrs. M. Houston Estes '00

Mr. and Mrs. Kiel Fisher

(Jacqueline Bracken '06)

Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Fleckenstein (Madeline Matthews '07)

Dr. and Mrs. Chad Given (Carley Tucker '00)

2023-24

ALUMNI COUNCIL

Katie Coben Aelvoet '11

Katherine Akers '10

Kaissling Akers Anderson '11

Lisa Buchannan Baskin '81

Austin Baskin '09

Andrew Berry '12

Will Chapman '91

Carley Tucker Given '00

Courtney Hulme '11

Rob Marberry '14

Christine Mathews Marberry '12

Ashley Cunningham Pyles '92

Jamie Robinson '01

Tyler Handcock Rudesheim '09

Isaac Sanders '03

Emily Canady Smeykal '08

Jon Wiggs '01

Tom Woodard '79

Mr. and Mrs. Alex Haemmerlein (Brittany Blalock '02)

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Hallock '05

The Jaulin Family (Meredith MacLeod '06)

Ms. Nutcha Kornsuwan '10

Mr. Bobby O. Leib III '06

Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Longworth (Julianne Murphy '09)

Ms. Laura Matthews '04

Jenny Matthews '02 and Holcomb Burke

Mr. Todd Pewitt and Mrs. Laing P. McCullough '01

Mr. Ryan McDonald '05

Ms. Sarah Elizabeth Moore '09

Ms. Lauren Painter '02 and Mr. Andrew Wheat

Mrs. Ashley Love Phillips '05

Ms. Jamie Robinson '01

Mr. Gustav T. Rodewald '00

Mr. and Mrs. John Rudesheim (Mrs. Tyler Hancock '09)

Mr. and Mrs. Jay Salato '03 (Kristin Garman '05)

Rachel and Nathan Sanders '06

Jensi and Isaac Sanders '03

Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Schutt (Kristie Koerner '04)

Mr. and Mrs. Zach Smeykal '08 (Emily Canady '08)

Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Sohr '07

Mr. Jeremy H. White '00

Jordan and Jon Wiggs '01

Mrs. Janette Peters Wolf '02

Anonymous (1)

CLASS OF '10 - '23

Mr. Raman Advani '23

Ms. Katherine Akers '10

Mrs. Carly Bowen Anbouba '12

Mr. and Mrs. Max Anderson (Kaissling Akers '11)

Ms. Mitchell Anderson '23

Ms. Lily Grace Bradford '23

Mr. Ben Bradshaw '23

Ms. Caroline Carter '18

Mr. RJ Casey '22

Ms. Riley Casey '17

Mr. Isaac Childress '23

Mr. Jake Connolly '23

Mr. Zane Cooper '23

Mr. Joe Crocker '23

Mr. Ty Culver '23

Mr. Hayes Dalton '21

Mr. Drake Denning '23

Ms. Caroline Dinker '22

Mr. Aidan Esposito '23

Ms. Hayley Fuller '18

Mr. Landon Goff '23

Ms. MC Hagan '23

Mr. Hyatt Horne '23

Mr. Christian Howell '23

Ms. Courtney Hulme '11

Ms. Paige Johnson '19

Mr. and Mrs. Robert B. Marberry '14 (Christine Matthews '12)

Mr. Trip McDowell III '23

Mr. Jack McGuire '23

Mr. Miller McKee '13

Ms. Lilly Meng '23

Mr. Tanner Mogul '23

Mr. Conner Moore '21

Ms. Kira Murphy '20

Ms. Emily Nance '16

Ms. Sarah Nance '18

Mr. Peter Nau '23

Ms. Maggie Nelson '19

Ms. Caroline Newman '23

Mr. Matthew Norman '23

Ms. Kenna Otero '23

Ms. Sky Ozari '23

Mr. Graham Pave '23

Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Pickney (Abby Wharton '11)

Mr. Noah Prosser '23

Ms. Kendall Robinson '23

Mr. Ryan Shafer '22

Ms. Sam Shafer '19

Mr. Alex Shearer '23

Ms. Taylor Smith '21

Mr. Anderson Stewart '23

Ms. Ellie Tackett '23

Mr. Clifton Tant '23

Ms. Alex Taylor '21

Mr. Alex Turner '18

Mr. Reed Vickers '23

Mr. Chanler Vo '23

Mr. Woody Weicker '16

Ms. Nicole West '18

Mr. Taylor Williams '23

Mr. Kelton Williamson '20

Mr. Hale Williamson III '17

Anonymous (4)

GOLF CLASSIC

The Golf Classic is a community event that includes alumni, current parents, and friends of Franklin Road Academy. The proceeds from this golf outing support students through the endowment and capital campaign.

PRESENTING SPONSOR

BMW of Nashville

FLAG SPONSOR

Boswell's Golf Cars

BEVERAGE SPONSOR

Green Hills Pharmacy

LUNCH SPONSOR

Jani-King of Nashville

GAME SPONSORS

Bayfield Partners

Austermiller Roofing and Construction

CART SPONSORS

Brasfield & Gorrie

Chapman & Rosenthal Title

VaVia Dumpsters of Nashville

HOLE SPONSORS

Athens Distributing Co.

BMW of Nashville

Chapman & Rosenthal Title, Inc.

Grass! 365

Hillsboro Animal Hospital

Hoffmann Brothers

HUB International

Low Rate Co.

Neal & Harwell, PLC

On the Avenue

Public Risk Insurors

Sage Dining Services

Southern Trophy House

Woodard Brothers Distributing

In honor of Betsey Bachert

Ms. Sky Ozari '23

Mr. Alex Shearer '23

Ms. Mitchell Anderson '23

Mr. Jake Connolly '23

Mr. Hyatt Horne '23

Mr. Tanner Mogul '23

In memory of Teresa Bailey

Deborah and Scott Bailey

In honor of Stacey Banks-Houston

Mr. Clifton Tant '23

In honor of Mary Barnes

Ms. Lucy Jenkins

Mr. and Mrs. Dave Kuck

In memory of Steve Barnes

Ms. Lisa Buchanan Baskin '81

Mr. and Mrs. Zach Smeykal '08 (Emily Canady '08)

Ms. Lauren Painter '02 and Mr. Andrew Wheat

Mr. and Mrs. John Rudesheim (Mrs. Tyler Hancock '09)

In honor of Michael Bartha

Mr. Raman Advani '23

Mr. Ben Bradshaw '23

Mr. Hyatt Horne '23

Mr. Trip McDowell III '23

Ms. Kendall RobInson '23

In honor of Lisa Baskin

Mr. Hyatt Horne '23

In honor of Cassie Bates

Mr. Landon Goff '23

In honor of Cate Beemer

Mr. Charles G. Beemer

In honor of Ross Bolen

Ms. Kenna Otero '23

In honor of Jessica Bracken Boyd '00

Ms. Laura Allen and Mr. Roger Sullivan

In memory of Bill Bradshaw

Gina and Bill Bradshaw

The Speed Family

TRIBUTES

In honor of Ashlyn Bufton

Mr. and Mrs. Kent M. Hoskins

In honor of Christopher Bumgardner

Leta and Mark Wildasin

In honor of Matthew A. Bumgardner

Leta and Mark Wildasin

In honor of Emmeline Cannon

Jenn and Cary Rosenblum

In honor of Brenyn Carlton

Ms. Joyce M. Ebright

In honor of Gracyn Carlton

Ms. Joyce M. Ebright

In honor of Reilyn Carlton

Ms. Joyce M. Ebright

In honor of Thomas Carlton

Mr. Noah Prosser '23

In honor of Savannah White Carpenter '09

Ms. Karolina Calderon

In honor of Jackie Cascarano

Mr. Trip McDowell III '23

In honor of Sean Casey

Ms. Riley Casey '17

Mr. and Mrs. Chris Cleveland

Anonymous

In honor of Bob Chandler

Mr. Hyatt Horne '23

Mr. Trip McDowell III '23

Mr. Tanner Mogul '23

Mr. Anderson Stewart '23

In honor of Morgan Chapman

Ms. Karen Morgan

In honor of Hasan Clayton

Ms. Holley F. Roberts

In honor of Bailey Clemons

Johnson Alexa and Elliott Herbold

In honor of Kris Climer

Mr. Trip McDowell III '23

In honor of Julia and John Colton

Mr. and Mrs. Richard L. Jones (Julie Colton '92)

In honor of Hayden Copeland

Mr. Isaac Childress '23

Mr. Alex Shearer '23

Anonymous

In honor of Parker Crabtree

Mr. and Mrs. Jere D. Pewitt

In honor of Sharon Pewitt Crabtree '99

Mr. and Mrs. Ryan Harris

Sarah and Chris Lusk

In honor of Will Crabtree

Mr. and Mrs. Jere D. Pewitt

In honor of Frances Crenshaw

The Bego Family

In honor of Mia Dalton

Ms. Hayley Fuller '18

In honor of Jack Dalton

Ms. Hayley Fuller '18

In honor of Arthur D'Angelo

Mr. Quinn Jenkins '28

In honor of David Dawson

Mr. Hayes Dalton '21

In honor of Abby Deering

Dr. and Mrs. Tim Deering

In honor of Caleb Deering

Dr. and Mrs. Tim Deering

In memory of Ashton Dillard

Mrs. Kitty Boyte McKee

In memory of Bobby Dinker

Ms. Caroline Dinker '22

In honor of Eleanor Douglas

Estelle and Jim Alexander

In memory of Paige Dragon

Mr. and Mrs. Andy Beasley

Suzanne and Bill Dragon

In honor of Jenna Dunham

Jessica and Charlie Boyd (Jessica Bracken '00)

Meg and Pete Sergel

In honor of Emma Emrhein

Mrs. Betty Sue Sherwood

In honor of Felix English

Karin and Blake Hensley

In honor of C.J. Fayne

Mr. Clarence M. Fayne, Sr.

In honor of Stephanie Feyes

Mr. Isaac Childress '23

Ms. Paige Johnson '19

Mr. Jack McGuire '23

Ms. Caroline Newman '23

In honor of Leslie T. Flowers '94

Judy Travis

In honor of Matt Fortier

Lisa and Sean Olson

In memory of Bob Fraser

Anonymous

In honor of Coach Hoogestraat

Mr. Joe Crocker '23

In honor of Addrian Frederick

Mr. Jake Connolly '23

Mr. Zane Cooper '23

Mr. Joe Crocker '23

Mr. Alex Shearer '23

Ms. Taylor Smith '21

Mr. Clifton Tant '23

Mr. Chanler Vo '23

In honor of Kevin Ford

Mr. Drake Denning '23

In honor of Mimi Fuller

Susie and Steve Mathews

In honor of Justin Geisinger

Mr. Joe Crocker '23

Mr. Jack McGuire '23

Mr. Chanler Vo '23

In honor of Claire Gilpin

Mr. and Mrs. Jerry GilpIn

In honor of Owen Gilpin

Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Gilpin

In honor of Anne Goldthorpe

Dr. and Mrs. Harold Morse

In honor of the Goldthorpe Family

Dr. and Mrs. Harold Morse

In honor of Jane Goldthorpe

Dr. and Mrs. Harold Morse

In honor of Paige Goldthorpe

Dr. and Mrs. Harold Morse

In honor of Ali Graham

Sue and Bud Graham

In honor of Vaughn Graham

Sue and Bud Graham

In memory of Dr. William Otis

Greene III

Krista and Jim Greene

In memory of John Griffin, Sr.

Mr. and Mrs. Mark Janbakhsh

In honor of Charlotte Gunnels

Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Brock

In honor of Harrison Haemmerlein

Cyndi Blalock

In honor of William Haemmerlein

Cyndi Blalock

In honor of Matthew Hames

Mrs. Pattie Thompson

In memory of Melinda Hames

Mr. Glen Bates and Mrs. Beckie Simmons Bates

Mrs. Pattie Thompson

In honor of Anne Hanna Gigi and George Hanna

In honor of John Hanna Gigi and George Hanna

In honor of Matt Hanson

Mr. Joe Crocker '23

Mr. Chanler Vo '23

In honor of Sidney Grace Harper

Mr. and Mrs. Watkins Crockett

In honor of Everly Harris

Karen and Harley Handegard

In memory of Hale Harris

MaryDe Elliston

In honor of Jude Harris

Karen and Harley Handegard

In honor of Mylo Harris

Karen and Harley Handegard

In honor of Natalie Harris

Evan Harris

In honor of Noah Harris

Evan Harris

In honor of Noelle Harris

Evan Harris

In honor of Ryan Harris

Mr. Tanner Mogul '23

Kay and Gerald Quick

In honor of Alisha Hayes

Betsey and David Bachert

The Bego Family

In honor of Jamaal Haywood

Stacey and Steve Anderson

Amy and Mark Chaffin

Dawn and Richard Ho

In memory of Donald H. Henry

Martin and Sarah Henry Akin

In honor of Sonia Higdon

Mr. Hyatt Horne '23

Mr. Kelton Williamson '20

In honor of Alana Hilkin

Pauline and Rob Hilkin

In honor of Layton Hilkin

Pauline and Rob Hilkin

In honor of Lochlyn Hilkin

Pauline and Rob Hilkin

In honor of Addison Ho

Carol Lindsey

In honor of Haden Ho

Carol Lindsey

In honor of Charlie Holmes

Ms. Hayley Fuller '18

In memory of Colonel Robert H. Holmes

Anonymous

In memory of James Hope

Kristen and Jay Hope

In honor of Hyatt Horne '23

Michelle and Trey Horne

In memory of Charles A. Howell

Mr. and Mrs. Patrick B. Howell '82

In honor of Caleb Huddleston

Mr. Peter Nau '23

In honor of Charlotte Huggins

Susan and Bill Huggins

In honor of Emory Huggins

Susan and Bill Huggins

In honor of Joe Irby

Mr. and Mrs. John E. Irby

In honor of J. Michael Jacques

Dr. and Mrs. Peter J. Kyne

In honor of Brenda Jewell

Mr. Landon Goff '23

In honor of Javier Velasquez

Mr. Hyatt Horne '23

In memory of Nancy Johnson

Dr. H. Keith Johnson

In honor of Amy Beth Jones

Mr. Hyatt Horne '23

Sarah and Chris Lusk

In honor of Eamon Jones

Dr. and Mrs. Robert McVie

In honor of Maeve Jones

Dr. and Mrs. Robert McVie

In honor of Rhys Jones

Dr. and Mrs. Robert McVie

In honor of Rodney Jones

Ms. Caroline Newman '23

Mr. Alex Shearer '23

Estie and Rhett Harris

Mr. Anderson Stewart '23

Mr. Clifton Tant '23

In honor of Clifton Kaiser

Mr. Jake Connolly '23

Anonymous

In honor of Allison Kaufman

Margaret and Jeremy Hamilton

Chelsie and Hubert Worrell

In honor of Bridget Keener

Mr. Bryan Coston

In honor of Dr. Josephine Kelso

Mr. Jake Connolly '23

In honor of Anelle Kern

Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Robey

In honor of Bryce Kern

Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Robey

In honor of Quinn Kern

Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Robey

In honor of Bailey Knox

Dr. Susan Mott-Coles

In honor of Bear Knox

Dr. Susan Mott-Coles

FranklinRoadAcademy.com

In honor of Beau Koogler

Mr. and Mrs. Jere D. Pewitt

In honor of Cole Koogler '23

Mr. and Mrs. Jere D. Pewitt

In honor of Canaan Lacher Robin "Birdie" Brown

In honor of Mattie Lacher Robin "Birdie" Brown

In honor of Lui Lai

Jessica and Charlie Boyd (Jessica Bracken '00)

Sarah and Chris Lusk

Meg and Pete Sergel

In honor of Jenna Lamm

Mr. Drake Denning '23

In honor of Bennett Lance

Michele Wilson

In honor of Blake Lance

Michele Wilson

In memory of Joyce Garner Lee

Anonymous

In honor of Diane M. Les Becquets

Dr. and Mrs. Peter J. Kyne

In honor of Julianne Murphy Longworth '09

Mr. Rafa Calderon

In honor of Andrew Looney

Kim and Bob Looney

In honor of Scott Looney

Kim and Bob Looney

In memory of Jane M. Main

Mr. James S. Main

In honor of John C. Main '87

Mr. James S. Main

In honor of Kris Manning

Mr. Hyatt Horne '23

Mr. Alex Shearer '23

In honor of Angelica Marsh

Mr. Hyatt Horne '23

In honor of Witt Maxwell

Marie and Porter Maxwell

In honor of Susan L. McCarley

Mrs. Patricia B. McCarley

In honor of Will McCauley

Emily and Brook Pearse

In honor of Ryan McDonald '05

Mr. and Mrs. Chris Bumgardner

Mr. Aidan Esposito '23

Alexa and Elliott Herbold

In honor of Ensley McMillin

Mr. and Mrs. Kent Y. McMillin

In honor of Charlotte McVie

Dr. and Mrs. Robert McVie

In honor of Katie McVie

Dr. and Mrs. Robert McVie

In honor of Ryan McVie

Dr. and Mrs. Robert McVie

In honor of Cecilia Moix

Mr. Isaac Childress '23

Mr. Ty Culver '23

Mr. Drake Denning '23

Mr. Hyatt Horne '23

Ms. Caroline Newman '23

Mr. Graham Pave '23

Ms. Kendall Robinson '23

Mr. Anderson Stewart '23

Mr. Chanler Vo '23

Mr. Kelton Williamson '20

In honor of Ava Morris

Ms. Joyce Morris

In honor of Melissa Morris

Jamie and Gerald Wellman

In honor of Kinsley Moulds

Linda and Ed Kraft

Peggy and Bob Moulds

Kimberly and Perry Moulds

In honor of James William Kennedy

Muldowney, IV

Dr. and Mrs. James A.S. Muldowney, III

In honor of John Murray

Mr. Matthew Norman '23

In honor of Peter Nau '23

Ann and Gene Nau

In memory of Chiara G. Neely

Roberta and Scott Neely

In honor of Michelle Nelson

Amy and Mark Chaffin

Ms. Bailey Robinson

Ms. Taylor Robinson

In honor of Lynn Nerderman

Kayla and Donnie Counts

In honor of Alex Norton

Camille Suttle Smith

In honor of Starling Marie Nowell

Starling and David Clark

Ms. Marie W. Nowell

In honor of Meredith Oliff

Mr. and Mrs. Chris Bumgardner

In honor of Emma Paine

Ms. Beth Cole

In honor of Knox Paine

Ms. Beth Cole

In honor of Kris Palmerton

Mr. Noah Prosser '23

In honor of Tyler Parker

Mr. Quinn Jenkins

In honor of Emily Peacock

Mr. Michael Peacock and Mrs. Tara Scarlett

In honor of Gunnar Peacock

Mr. Michael Peacock and Mrs. Tara Scarlett

In honor of Logan Pearse

Diane and Barry Pearse

In honor of Maddie Pearse

Diane and Barry Pearse

In memory of Wylene Peppers

Mr. and Mrs. Raymond W. Bowling (Susan Peppers '84)

In honor of John Pierce '89

Mr. Miller McKee '13

In memory of Wayne Pilkinton

Mr. and Mrs. Scott Jungmichel '88 (Denise Pilkinton '89)

In honor of Kathleen Pritchartt

Mrs. Meredith G. Pritchartt

In honor of Charlie Reeves

Jorie and Chip Reeves

In honor of Allison Sutton Rhodes '96

Mr. and Mrs. Chris Bumgardner

Mr. Hyatt Horne '23

Mr. Alex Shearer '23

Ms. Barbara Marks

In honor of Dr. Peggy Ross

Mr. Noah Prosser '23

In memory of Constance Powell

Dr. Craig and Amy Clark

In honor of Amanda Rush

William H. Copeland

Meredith S. Fifer

In honor of Caroline Saffle

Elizabeth and Ryan Saffle

In honor of Reaves Saffle

Elizabeth and Ryan Saffle

In honor of Jay Salato '03

Martha and Keith Garman

Tanya and Chuck Harris

Mr. Clifton Tant '23

Ms. Taylor Smith '21

In honor of Ed Sanders

Mr. Taylor Williams '23

In honor of Chris Schmoke

Mr. Noah Prosser '23

In honor of Carly Schneider

Anonymous

Lisa and Sean Olson

In honor of Mac Schriner

Gracie and Frank Schriner, Jr.

In honor of Helen Schriner

Gracie and Frank Schriner, Jr.

In honor of Isla Schutt

Mr. Mike Brown and Ms. Pam Koerner

Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Schutt (Kristie Koerner '04)

In honor of Natalie Scruggs

Mr. Hayes Dalton '21

In honor of Garrett Self

Ms. Barbara Marks

In honor of Morgan Self

Ms. Barbara Marks

In honor of Brian Shaffrey

Meredith S. Fifer

In honor of Caroline Simons

Mr. and Mrs. Raymond L. Simons

In honor of Carter Simons

Mr. and Mrs. Raymond L. Simons

In honor of Finnegan Simpler

Sheran and David McNatt

Anonymous

In honor of Townsend Simpler

Sheran and David McNatt

Anonymous

In memory of Joan Carol Sivley

Lisa and Dan Sivley

In memory of Charlda Sizemore

Mrs. Jacqueline B. Hilyer

Mr. and Mrs. Barda S. Sizemore

In honor of Holly Sizemore

Ms. Michelle Waterman

In honor of Meredith Main Slonecker '89

Mr. James S. Main

In honor of London Chloe Smith

Colonel Terry Smith

In honor of Terri Snider

Anonymous

Alexa and Elliott Herbold

In honor of Emerson Sobey

Ms. Diana Sobey

In honor of Lincoln Sobey

Ms. Diana Sobey

In honor of Becky Speck

Amy and Wes Pass

Jamie and Gerald Wellman

In honor of Andrew Stacy

Mr. Isaac Childress '23

Mr. Ty Culver '23

Mr. Justice Springer '23

Mr. Anderson Stewart '23

In memory of Lawrence Stumb, Jr

Mr. and Mrs. Henry Chassaignac (Florence Stumb '95)

In honor of Ben Suitt

Ms. Kenna Otero '23

In honor of Katie Sullivan

Ms. Lucy Jenkins '34

In honor of Abby Takahashi

Carolyn and Jim Leath

In honor of Levi Taylor

Roxane and Alan Taylor

In honor of Christina Theodoru

Mr. Ty Culver '23

Mr. Alex Shearer '23

In honor of Dr. Brodrick Thomas

Mr. Hyatt Horne '23

In memory of J. Dwight Thompson

Mrs. Pattie Thompson

In honor of Dr. Cindy Thornton

Ms. Lilly Meng '23

In honor of Laura Thurber

Judy B. Travis

In honor of Larry Travis '92

Judy B. Travis

In honor of David Tucker

Mr. R. Chancellor Allen, Jr. '92

Mr. Clay R. Blevins '96

Karla and Rafael Calderon

Mr. Jake Connolly '23

Mr. Hayes Dalton '21

Mr. and Mrs. Steve Johnson '84

Mr. Devin Edward LaFaye and Mrs. Gina Chiharu Latendresse

Mr. and Mrs. Joseph E. Maxwell

Marie and Porter Maxwell

Mr. Conner Moore '21

Mr. Peter Nau '23

Mr. and Mrs. James F. Osteen, Jr.

Mr. and Mrs. R. Shannon Pollard, Jr. '92

Mr. Noah Prosser '23

Mr. and Mrs. Jake Pyles (Ashley Cunningham '92)

Mr. Clifton Tant '23

Ms. Alex Taylor '21

Mr. Hale Williamson III '17

Anonymous

In honor of the Upper School Counseling Team

Tonya and Jeff Rush

In memory of Richard B. Vacek, Jr.

Mrs. Gwen Vacek

In honor of Lilly Van Allen

Anonymous

In memory of Alma Wade

Conn Williams

Anonymous

In honor of Clare Walker

The Bego Family

Mr. and Mrs. Chris Bumgardner

In honor of Seth Walker '15

Melinda and Mark Walker

In honor of Maggie Waxter

Preston E. Cooper

In honor of James Weeks

Mr. Jake Connolly '23

Mr. Ty Culver '23

Mr. Alex Shearer '23

Mr. Reed Vickers '23

In memory of George Weicker

Anonymous

Susannah and Jeffrey Millar

Mrs. Lucy B. Weicker

In honor of Rick West

Mr. and Mrs. Marty West

Ms. Nicole West '18

In honor of Karen Brush White '87

The Bego Family

Mr. and Mrs. Ryan Harris

In honor of Karley Whitehead

Anonymous

In memory of Glen W. Williams

The Kaczynski Family

In honor of Meaghan Berry Williams

Ms. MC Hagan '23

Anonymous

Mr. Reed Vickers '23

Mr. Raman Advani '23

In honor of Ashley Willits

Mr. Landon Goff '23

In honor of Colette Wilson

Marilyn and Stan Wilson

In honor of Jon Wilson

Ms. Lily Grace Bradford '23

Mr. Joe Crocker '23

Mr. Hyatt Horne '23

Mr. Trip McDowell III '23

Mr. Tanner Mogul '23

Mr. Graham Pave '23

Mr. Alex Shearer '23

In honor of The Jon Wilson Family

Mrs. Elizabeth Wilson

In honor of Rivers Wilson

Marilyn and Stan Wilson

In honor of Jeff Wiser

Mr. Alex Shearer '23

In honor of Kelli Wisthoff

Mr. Alex Shearer '23

In honor of Lucinda Witherow

Mr. and Mrs. Roger Witherow

In memory of Ann and Tom Woodard

Mr. and Mrs. Tom Woodard, Jr. '79

In honor of Ed Zaborowski

Mr. and Mrs. Joc Collignon '00

Mr. and Mrs. James M. Halloran

(Lori Dioguardi '88)

Mr. Alex Shearer '23

In honor of Lisa Zenner

Mr. Aidan Esposito '23

Mr. Landon Goff '23

Mr. Peter Nau '23

Mr. Hale Williamson III '17

In honor of Bill Zepeda

Mr. Ben Bradshaw '23

Mr. Zane Cooper '23

Mr. Aidan Esposito '23

Mr. Hyatt Horne '23

Ms. Lilly Meng '23

Mr. Tanner Mogul '23

Mr. Noah Prosser '23

Mr. Alex Shearer '23

Mr. Clifton Tant '23

Mr. Taylor Williams '23

A Unique Moment in Time

THE CAPITAL CAMPAIGN FOR FRANKLIN ROAD ACADEMY

II want to take this opportunity to thank our phase II capital campaign early investors, both new supporters and those who made commitments to the initial campaign, many of whom even doubled their commitment this time around. Your incredible generosity has accelerated our timeline, enabling us to open the lower school turf playfield in October and complete the exit road off the back of campus onto Harding Pike. We continue to meet one-on-one with potential supporters in the hopes of securing the funding needed to construct a new upper school academic building and create a greenspace and great lawn in the middle of the campus where the current building resides.

Our focus for generations, as well as throughout both phases of this capital campaign, has been to create spaces that enhance our ability to be together and strengthen our community. At FRA, we provide an exceptional academic experience and extraordinary relationships between our teachers and students. Our goal is to ensure that all of our spaces represent the incredible work on our campus every day and elevate our student experience.

If you would like to get involved in this work and become a capital campaign investor, please contact me anytime to

Great schools are always in the process of becoming. These transformational initiatives have undoubtedly enhanced how we deliver our mission and secured our foothold as the best school in Nashville!

Capital Campaign Donors

These generous commitments were received as of January 31, 2024.

Early Leadership Commitments

Anonymous (2)

Penny Austermiller

The Axford Family

Mr. and Mrs. Victor D. Berrios

Heather and Chris Blake

The Bracken Foundation

Sara Elizabeth and William Bradford

Lisa and Wright Brooks

Mr. and Mrs. Fred P. Burke

Ashley and Ryan Cain '96 and Jane Ann and Michael Cain

Beth and Randy Chase

Amy and John Coben

Mr. and Mrs. Dan Crockett '86

The Denmark Family

Hays and Houston Estes

Sharan and Philip Feemster

Marilynn and Steve Halas

Brittany and William Haugh

Sharon and Garrett Hegel

Michelle and Noel Hengelbrok

Kelly and Taylor Hillenmeyer

Susie and Steve Mathews

Lynley and Tee McCarley '94

Selby and Richard McRae Foundation

Lynn and Charles Moll

Taylor and Sean Ramsey

Brenda and Colin Reed

Jaimie and Jon Robinson

Cheryl and Jim Sanders

Diana and Brad Sanderson

The Scarlett Family

The Sohr Family

The Speed Family

Kate and Tom Sullivan

Julie and Will Trapp

Cal Turner, Jr. and Cal Turner Family Foundation

Emily and Rich Wilson

Laura and Jason Zachariah

Additional Commitments

Amy and Jared Allen

Lindsay and Lee Ballew

Melissa and Jeb Beasley

Alaina and Justin Brown

Karla and Rafael Calderon

The Casey Family

The Matt and Lauren Cassel Family

Diana and Paul Fassbender

The Mary Alice Fortin Foundation, Inc.

The Giompoletti Family

Marianne and Joe Huddle

Mr. and Mrs. R. Dale Mitchell

Deanna and Steve Parker

Drs. Philip and Pamela Pfeffer and The Pfeffer Foundation

Rosemary and Wayne Plorin

Gustav T. Rodewald '00

Elizabeth and Ryan Saffle

Mr. and Mrs. W. Barry Schneider

Jackie and Wally Shaw

Kim and Chris Sigmund

Paige and Ryan Succop

Debbie and John Van Mol

Mr. and Mrs. Brian Wesley

WHY WE GIVE

CHERYL AND JIM SANDERS

AAs proud grandparents, having our grandchildren at FRA brings us immeasurable joy and a sense of continuity. It's incredible to see our grandchildren, Elizabeth, Patton, and Lincoln, walk the same halls where our children, Courtney, Isaac, and Nathan, once thrived. Knowing the transformative journey my children experienced here and seeing the remarkable opportunities that unfolded in their lives following their FRA years fills us with pride.

Even though it's grown in size, FRA has maintained that intimate, close-knit atmosphere that first drew our family in. The school has consistently nurtured academic excellence and instilled invaluable life skills, fostering socially and morally successful individuals. The positive experiences of my children, the love, and the support they received—it's all repeating itself with our grandchildren.

Over the years, we’ve witnessed FRA evolve in size, infrastructure, and programming, consistently standing at the forefront of educational excellence. Yet, amidst these changes, one thing has remained constant—the pervasive kindness. The culture of love and support, the commitment to drawing out the best in each child, has only grown stronger. Looking ahead, what excites us most about the future of FRA is the emphasis on programs that create a nurturing environment where children feel seen, heard, and valued. There is a focus on equipping them with academic knowledge and life skills, instilling confidence, and a desire to embrace

opportunities and engage with the world around them.

FRA is unique with the blend of academic excellence, the courage to embrace faith openly, and the values it instills in each student. FRA’s reputation is a testament to its offerings, but more so, it's about its profound impact on shaping individuals. Our children, and now our grandchildren, have been deeply influenced by the values lived out at FRA, which extend far beyond the academic realm.

Our experience at FRA can be defined by gratitude, a sense of security, and expectancy. We are so grateful for the school's daily efforts to create an environment that ensures safety and security for our children. And we are expectant for the promising futures our grandchildren will undoubtedly find here. Supporting FRA through philanthropy is our way of affirming our belief in the mission and its impact on shaping future leaders. Philanthropy can look different for each person, but to us, it is about recognizing institutions and causes close to our hearts and taking action. It's not just about monetary donations but about contributing time, prayers, and resources to support future generations' growth and betterment.

FRA will always hold such a special place in our hearts because it has encouraged our children, grandchildren, and even the two of us to look beyond ourselves. It's a community dedicated to nurturing and fostering leaders who will shape the future. Our support for FRA reflects our commitment to its mission and our faith in the hearts and minds it's shaping.

THE BRADSHAW SOCIETY

The Bradshaw Society is named after Franklin Road Academy’s founder, Bill Bradshaw. The generous donors in this society contributed $2,500 or more to the Annual Fund from July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023.

BENEFACTORS SOCIETY

$25,000+

Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Blake

Mr. and Mrs. William Bradford

Mr. and Mrs. Roger L. Brown

Mrs. Susan Duff

Mr. and Mrs. Richard D. McRae III

PATRONS CLUB

$15,000 - $24,999

Mr. Michael Crabtree (East Tennessee Foundation)

Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Everett

Mrs. Carol McCracken (The Mary Alice Fortin Foundation, Inc.)

Heather L. McDowell- Levin and Adam K. Levin

Lynn and Charles Moll

Jaimie and Jon Robinson

Mr. and Mrs. Jason Zachariah

HONORS CLUB

$10,000 - $14,999

The Bego Family

David Bishop

Donna and Will Chapman '91

Ms. Jackie Crabtree (East Tennessee Foundation)

The Denmark Family

The Halas Family

Dr. and Mrs. Richard Lebow

Casey and Clay Matthews

Nicole and Edward Reed

Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Scarlett '97

The Speed Family

Mr. and Mrs. L. Clifton Tant, Jr. '94

Dena and Paul Williamson

Anonymous (2)

SCHOLARS CLUB

$5,000-$9,999

Penny Austermiller

Ellie and Tommy Axford

Brooke and Gregg Boling

Jessica and Charlie Boyd (Jessica Bracken '00)

Judith and Richard Bracken

Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Wright Brooks

Alaina and Justin Brown

Karla and Rafael Calderon

The Cassel Family

Beth and Randy Chase

Kat and Billy Dec

Emily and Kris Douglas

The Duke Energy Foundation

Courtney and Drew Fassett

Brittany and William Haugh

Sharon and Gary Hegel

Michelle and Noel Hengelbrok

Lindsay and Marc Jenkins

Amy and Josh Jenkins-Robbins

Dr. H. Keith Johnson

Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Lacher

Susie and Steve Mathews

Donnie Mingus

Vicky Mingus

Mr. and Mrs. Mark Neal

Lisa and Sean Olson

Deanna and Steve Parker

Mr. Michael Peacock and Mrs. Tara Scarlett

Rosemary and Wayne Plorin

Mr. and Mrs. James F. Sanders

Mr. and Mrs. Brad Sanderson

Holly and Clint Smith

Paige and Ryan Succop

Kate and Tom Sullivan

Mr. and Mrs. Ryan T. Tannehill

Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Tompkins

Pam and Kevin Tyner

Mr. and Mrs. Larry Vickers

Pam and Jack Wilder

Anonymous (3)

HEAD OF SCHOOL CLUB

$2,500 - $4,999

Annie and Bret Alvis

Lindsay and Lee Ballew

Lauren and Alan Bean

Melissa and Jeb Beasley

Mr. Scott Bell and Dr. Susan Bell

Alicia and Matthew Benson

Mr. and Mrs. Victor D. Berrios

Heidi and Douglas Brown

Natasha and Harley Bryant

Shannon and Matt Cahill

Ashley and Ryan Cain '96

Amy and Mark Chaffin

Dr. Craig and Amy Clark

Amy and John Coben

Kate Coleman

Hillary and Jay Cooper

The Cooper Family

Katlin and Ross Copperman

Drs. Adam and Danni Cottrill

Megan and Brian Cournoyer

Gwendolyn and Brett Diaz

Mr. and Mrs. Chad Dunn

Ms. Joyce M. Ebright

Kimberly and David Esquivel

Cristina and J.C. Estrada

Diana and Paul Fassbender

Mr. and Mrs. Tyler Faulkner

Sharan and Philip Feemster

Ms. Tobi Frankfather

Kent Furlong

Mr. and Mrs. Donald E. Gadsey

The Giompoletti Family

Vicky and Henry Giompoletti

Heather and Noel Glasgow

Amanda and Justin Godown

Mr. and Mrs. Mike Gooch

Katherine and Chris Goodson

Mallory and Brandon Graffeo

Mr. and Mrs. Josh Gunnels

Mr. and Mrs. Ryan Harris

Heather and Chris Hart

Dr. Caroline Hemyari and Mr. Ali Hemyari (Nashville Canine. LLC)

Kindy and Raymond Hensler

Taylor, Kelly & T.J. Hillenmeyer

Mr. and Mrs. Patrick B. Howell '82

Marianne and Joe Huddle

Liz and Chris Hughes

Haley and Bryan Johnson

Darla and Scott Johnson '83

Mr. and Mrs. Scott Jungmichel '88 (Denise Pilkinton '89)

Mr. and Mrs. Martin Kaufman

Bob Kiger and Jennifer Peters

Cara and Ryan Kirkland

Kittenish

Rachelle and Chris Koch

Holly and John Kopra

Melanie and Don Larson

Mr. and Mrs. Jay P. Lown (Katie Tomlinson ’95)

Mr. and Mrs. Henry Martin

Mr. and Mrs. S. Jason Mathias '97 (Heather Osteen '97)

Mr. and Mrs. Frank B. McMillan

Drs. Angie and Andrew McVie

Carrie and Colin Menser

Ms. Mandy Milek

Dana and Phillip Nappi

Mr. and Mrs. M. Craig Neely

Shannon and Monti Ossenfort

Amy and Wes Pass

Emily and Brook Pearse

Kay and Gerald Quick

Taylor and Sean Ramsey

Mr. and Mrs. Jason W. Reed

Mr. Gustav T. Rodewald '00

Dr. Carrie Anne Berryman and Mr. Marcel Rodriguez Ramazzini

Sarah and Jono Scarlet

Becky and Jeff Scott

Mr. and Mrs. John S. Shellabarger

Kim and Chris Sigmund

Betsy and Mike Slocum

Kristen and Matthew Slocum

Christy Smith

Cassidy and Bryan Spicer

Daine and Luke Stocker

Dr. and Mrs. Nicholas Strane

Holly and Anthony Trepka

Katie and Chris Trokey

Kristene and Steve Turner

Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Turner

Jamie and Gerald Wellman

Mr. and Mrs. Brian Wesley

Brooke and Derek West

Jordan and Jon Wiggs '01

Mr. and Mrs. M. Hailey Williamson II '85

Chelsie and Hubert Worrell

Anonymous (4)

GIFT CLUB DONORS

The following donors are acknowledged for their gifts given from July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023 supporting Franklin Road Academy's Annual Fund.

PANTHER CLUB

$1,000 - $2,499

Amber and John Arnold

Arrieta Family

Stephanie and Kennon Askew

Allison and Phillip Barbe

Traci and Tom Barrett

Mr. and Mrs. Andy Beasley

Catherine and Jeff Beemer

Mr. Charles G. Beemer

Mary Margaret and Tim Behncke

Stacey and Jason Bennett

Samantha and Chris Boyd

Gina and Bill Bradshaw

Mr. and Mrs. Tony Bueschen (Alison Carpenter '85)

Liz and Ray Carollo

The Carrico Family

Holly and Jason Childress

Andrea and Dan Cleeton '00

Ms. Beth Cole

Jennifer and Chad Cunningham

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Davis

The Davis Family

Kimmia and Brent Doolittle

Mr. and Mrs. Cullen E. Douglass IV '83

Mr. Kevin and Dr. Ruth Ross Edmonds

Wendy and Christopher Ellis

Mr. and Mrs. M. Houston Estes '00

Mr. and Mrs. Kiel Fisher (Jacqueline Bracken '06)

Mr. and Mrs. Chris Forstner (Whitney Kazmerowski '94)

Ms. Amanda Fuller

Dr. and Mrs. Chad Given (Carley Tucker '00)

Heather and Michael Hale

Gigi and George Hanna

Rachel and Erik Herbert

Pauline and Rob Hilkin

Michelle and Trey Horne

Mr. and Mrs. Kent M. Hoskins

Mr. and Mrs. Philip Hyde

Susan and Mark Isaacs

Christy and Lane Jackson

Mr. and Mrs. Steve Johnson '84

Jill Johnson and Dave Gallagher

Mr. and Mrs. Andrew C. Johnson

Mr. and Mrs. Richard L. Jones (Julie Colton '92)

Mr. and Mrs. Llewellyn S. Jones

Elizabeth and Janay Jones

Ann-Marie Sutherland and Russell Kirk

Mr. Mike Brown and Ms. Pam Koerner

Jessica and Jeff Krones

Dr. and Mrs. Peter J. Kyne

Lynn and Tim Lawyer

Dr. Kathryn Lewis and Mr. Robert P. Lewis

Kim and Bob Looney

Mr. and Mrs. Austin Maddox

Mr. and Mrs. William Maggart

Mr. and Mrs. Stephen M. Maggart

Mr. James S. Main

Mr. John L. Maki

Morgan and Paul Martin

Deborah and Tavis McCourt

Mr. Todd Pewitt and Mrs. Laing P. McCullough '01

The McCullough Family

Dr. and Mrs. James G. McDowell, Jr.

Ann and Al McKinney

Mr. and Mrs. Kent Y. McMillin

Mr. and Mrs. Gary Militante

Susannah and Jeffrey Millar

Jami and Ryan Miller

Jennifer and Aaron Montlary

Dr. Susan Mott-Coles

Dr. and Mrs. James A.S. Muldowney, III

Mr. and Mrs. James F. Murphy

Elizabeth and David Newman

Amy and Peter Norman

Karen and Robert Norton

The O;Brien Family

Mr. and Mrs. Clifton Ogden

Amy and James Otto

Karen and Mark Palmieri

Mr. and Mrs. Papin

Diane and Barry Pearse

Mr. and Mrs. Jake Pyles (Ashley Cunningham '92)

Mr. and Mrs. Rome Ramirez

Hollie and Paul Rapello

Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Robey

Jen Robinson

Tonya and Jeff Rush

Tarala and Tim Rybacki

Jensi and Isaac Sanders '03

Becky and Jon Schneider

Jackie and Wally Shaw

Lisa and Eric Shepherd

Lisa and Dan Sivley

Rita Springer

Paula and Greg Stuart

Mrs. Bolin K. Stumb

Mr. Thomas H. Suitt III

Mr. David Tachek

Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Tant

Roxane and Alan Taylor

Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Turner

Beth and Todd Vessel

Mr. and Mrs. Brian Weisser

Mr. Jeremy H. White '00

Misty and T. Chad White

Leah and Justin Willingham

Mr. and Mrs. Karey Witty

Leslie and Terry Woodall

Kelly and Bill Zullo

Anonymous (17)

BLUE AND WHITE CLUB

$500 - $999

Martin and Sarah Henry Akin

Mr. and Mrs. William P. Alderson '89 (Jodi Gregory '89)

Elizabeth and Ernesto Aldrete

Mrs. Carly Bowen Anbouba '12

Stacey and Steve Anderson

Medya and Ibrahim Ariyan

Mr. David Axford and Ms. Darlene Marsh

Betsey and David Bachert

Dr. Dana Bannerman and Amy Bannerman

Mr. and Mrs. Timothy S. Bassett

Mr. Glen Bates and Mrs. Beckie Simmons Bates

Catherine Beemer

Nancy and David Benskin

Mr. and Mrs. George Bird (Mrs. Katherine Clarke '89)

Anna and Jaz Boon

Mr. and Mrs. Raymond W. Bowling (Susan Peppers '84)

The Brock Family

Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Brock

Mr. and Mrs. Chris Bumgardner

Chris and Ben Burns

Annette and Joe Calloway

Amber and Kevin Carson

Mr. and Mrs. Marc Charton

Mr. and Mrs. Henry Chassaignac (Florence Stumb '95)

Starling and David Clark

Mr. and Mrs. Brett Claxton

Mr. Christopher D. Coats

Mr. and Mrs. William L. Cook, Jr.

Mr. Bryan Coston

Kayla and Donnie Counts

Mr. David Dawson and Dr. Garrett Dawson

Rachael and Steve DuPerrieu

Mrs. Ann Ennis

Jayne Jewell and Alphonso Esposito

Mrs. Charles W. Fentress

Carrie and Kevin Finnegan

Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Fleckenstein (Madeline Matthews '07)

The Fox Family

Mr. and Mrs. Marcus J. Gilmour

Meredith and David Gilpin

Sue and Bud Graham

Carlin and Baird Graham

Karen and Harley Handegard

Hazlitt Family

Ms. Alana Thomas Hilkin

Mrs. Jacqueline B. Hilyer

Dawn and Richard Ho

Adele and Clint Holloway

Kimberly and Chris Hood

Mr. and Mrs. Mark Janbakhsh

Mr. and Mrs. Jeremiah Johnson '98 (Ashley Jenny '98)

Amy and Rod Jones

Bess and Brandon Knox

Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Koogler (Holly Pewitt '95)

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Kouchoukos

Jen and Chris Kovalcik

Linda and Ed Kraft

Dr. Goran Kralj and Heather Kralj

Ms. Kristin Stegall Locke '96

Mrs. Beth R. Loudermilk

Lora and Jim MacKenzie

Diane and Douglas Mackenzie

Mr. and Mrs. Brian S. Masterson

Mr. and Mrs. Kemper P. Maxwell '91

Lynley and Tee McCarley '94

Mr. and Mrs. Chan McCullough

Tara and Bryan Meng

LaDonna and Ron Merville

Mr. and Mrs. Jim Miller

Elizabeth and Ben Miller

Mr. and Mrs. Chris Mondzelewski

Margaret Moore

Dr. and Mrs. John Murray

Mr. and Mrs. Edward Nash

Mr. and Mrs. Chase G. Neely

Ms. Michele Onken

The Otillio Family

Ms. Lauren Painter '02 and Mr. Andrew Wheat

Mr. and Mrs. Kris Palmerton

Mary and Jason Perrine

Aline and Jon Pinkston '90

Mr. John Piovarcy and Ms. Kelly Kirby-Piovarcy

Mrs. Meredith G. Pritchartt

Stephanie Schultz and Cale Queen

Jorie and Chip Reeves

Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Rigsby

Melissa and Michael Robinson

Lisa and Evelio Rodriguez

Jenn and Cary Rosenblum

Kristen and Robert Ross

Sue and Mike Salato

Rachel and Nathan Sanders '06

Kate and Brad Scarbrough

Kirsten and Frank Schriner

Gracie and Frank Schriner, Jr.

Carly and Allan Schroeder

Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Schutt (Kristie Koerner '04)

Lisa and Cameron Shearer

Mrs. Betty Sue Sherwood

Mr. and Mrs. Raymond L. Simons

Jenna and Chris Sobey

Katherine and Christopher Spencer

Mr. Justice Springer '23

Carrie and Andrew Stokes

Angela and Alan Taylor

Diane and Eric Taylor

Mrs. Teresa Taylor

Jo and Joel Thacker

Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Thompson

Mary Scott and Dan Thorne '98

Julie and Will Trapp

Ms. Jan Tucker

Debbie and John Van Mol

Kristin and Darrell Vanzant

Trish and Mike Walsh

Stacy and Tyler Waugh

Mr. and Mrs. Marty West

Dr. and Mrs. Rick West

Marcia and Don White

Mackenzie and Charles Williams

Sarah and Steve Wilson

Marilyn and Stan Wilson

Emily and Rich Wilson

Stacie and Chuck Witkowski

Mr. and Mrs. Tom Woodard, Jr. '79

Jen and Rick Ybarra

Anonymous (20)

ALPHA AND OMEGA CLUB

Gifts up to $499

Mr. Sean Adams

Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan Adkins

Mr. Raman Advani '23

Ms. Katherine Akers '10

Mr. and Mrs. Don Albright

Estelle and Jim Alexander

Dr. and Mrs. Matthew Alexander

Dr. Mary-Margaret Allen and Mr. Shawn Allen

Ms. McKenna Allen

Ms. Laura Allen and Mr. Roger Sullivan

Mr. R. Chancellor Allen, Jr. '92

Ms. Mitchell Anderson '23

Mr. and Mrs. Max Anderson (Kaissling Akers '11)

Erin and Ben Anderson

Joseph and Molly Anderson

Chelsea and Jason Anstead

Ms. Jennifer Archie

Courtney and Michael Atnip

Mr. and Mrs. Bubba Auberson

Mr. and Mrs. Christian Ayvar Barrera

Mr. Charles Bagdy and Ms. Bonnie Barker

Deborah and Scott Bailey

Ms. Stacey Banks-Houston

Ms. Leigh Ann Gordon Barnes

Mr. and Mrs. Bryce Barnes

Mr. and Mrs. William P. Barnes

Mr. Michael Bartha

Jennifer and Mike Barton

Ms. Lisa Buchanan Baskin '81

Ms. Casandra Bates

Amy Baugh

Mr. John Baugh III

Jennifer and Greg Bays

Mr. and Mrs. Edward Bednarz

Kaci and Dan Benedetti

Dr. and Mrs. Thomas N. Bernard, Jr.

Cyndi Blalock

Mr. Ross Bolen

Wendy and Josh Bowling

Mary and Tom Boyd

Ms. Lily Grace Bradford '23

Mr. Ben Bradshaw '23

Ms. Lauren Branham

Ms. Erica Brown and Mr. Brandon Williams

Robin "Birdie" Brown

Ms. Ashlyn Bufton

Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Burley

Ms. Sarah J. Cady

Ms. Corri Calandra

Mr. Rafa Calderon '29

Ms. Karolina Calderon '29

Karla and Conrad Callahan

Mr. William L. Campbell, Jr. '87

Dr. and Mrs. Bill Campbell

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Carlton

Mr. and Mrs. David Carpenter (Savannah White '09)

Ms. Caroline Carter '18

Mrs. Jackie Cascarano

Mr. RJ Casey '22

Ms. Riley Casey '17

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Chambers

Ms. AnneMarie Chambers

Mr. and Mrs. Robert M. Chandler

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Chapman

Mr. Isaac Childress '23

Brittney and Ty Clark

Channing and Khari Clark

Dana and George Clay

Mr. Hasan Clayton

Mr. and Mrs. Chris Cleveland

Ms. Emily Clevenger

Mr. Blake Clifton

Mr. and Mrs. Kris Climer

Mrs. Rosalie Colanero

Denyel and Mark Coleman

Mr. and Mrs. Joc Collignon '00

Mr. Steve A. Compton

Mr. Jake Connolly '23

Mr. and Mrs. Monore Coogler

Preston Elizabeth Cooper

Karen and William Cooper

Mr. Zane Cooper '23

Mr. Hayden Copeland

Christie and Matt Corey

Lauren and Matt Cost

Ms. Julia Couch

Mr. and Mrs. Richard Counts (Betty James )

Mr. and Mrs. William Crabtree (Sharon Pewitt '99)

Ms. Amy Crace

Carina and Mark Cristofalo

Mr. Joe Crocker '23

Mr. and Mrs. Watkins Crockett

Mr. Ty Culver '23

Mr. Hayes Dalton '21

Mr. and Mrs. Jarrett Dalton '88 (Mary-Evelyn Holder '90)

Mr. Arthur D'Angelo

Bethany and Bill Darsinos

Mr. David Daugherty

Mrs. Julie Stroup Davis '82

Lauren and De Dawkins

The de Gracia Family

Trudy, Alex, Gretchen, and Samantha Dedman

Dr. and Mrs. Tim Deering

Mr. and Mrs. Craig B. DeJean

Mr. Drake Denning '23

Ms. Stephanie DeSantis

Ms. Maddi Devey

Rebecca and Christy DiNapoli

Ms. Caroline Dinker '22

Diane and Mike Dioguardi

Mrs. Kathleen Disspayne '91

Mr. John R. Dorris, Jr. '83

Dove Family

Mr. and Mrs. William S. Dugger

Ms. Jenna Dunham

Mrs. Loribeth Jinkins Dunn

Mr. and Mrs. Paul Edwards

MaryDe Elliston

Mr. and Mrs. Ben Elrod '92

Mr. and Mrs. John Emrhein

Mr. Aidan Esposito '23

Mr. Clarence M. Fayne, Sr.

Mary Alice and Jesse Felker

Mr. Brandon Ferguson

Mr. and Mrs. Andy Ferrell (Anne Blewett '93)

Ms. Stephanie Feyes

Ms. Meredith Fifer and Mr. Alex Prieu

Mrs. Gretchen Fisher

Ms. Julia Fleming

Laura and Jack Franklin

Mr. Addrian Frederick

Ms. Hayley Fuller '18

Mr. and Ms. David Gallagher

Martha and Keith Garman

Jeanine and Brad Garner

Danielle Garofolo Hedges and Sean O'Brien

Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Gaunt '91

Amanda Potter Gibbs '91

Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Gilpin

Mr. and Mrs. Ryan Gilreath

Mr. Landon Goff '23

Mr. and Mrs. Ted Goldthorpe

Ms. Julia Goodin

Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas C. Gordon

Amy and Bennett Graham

Meaghen and Tim Greene

Krista and Jim Greene

Jennifer and William Greenleaf

Mr. and Mrs. Alex Haemmerlein (Brittany Blalock '02)

Ms. MC Hagan '23

Shannon and Neal Hager

Melanie and Jason Hale

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Hallock '05

Mr. and Mrs. James M. Halloran (Lori Dioguardi '88)

Margaret and Jeremy Hamilton

Mr. and Mrs. Brock Hammat

Mr. and Mrs. Waddy Hammond '85

Mr. and Mrs. Martin Hampton

Mary Caradine and Greg Hamrick

Mr. and Mrs. Christian Hanley (Lisa Kimery '85)

Mr. and Mrs. Jeremy R. Hannah

Mr. Matt Hanson

Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence L. V. Harold

Ms. Ginger Y. Harper '90

Tanya and Chuck Harris

Ms. Renee Harris

Estie and Rhett Harris

Mr. and Mrs. Steve Harris

Evan Harris for Noah, Natalie, and Noelle

Amy and Michael Hartleroad

Dr. Alisha Hayes and Mr. Shawn Hayes

Mr. Jamaal Haywood

Nancy and Ricky Henderson

Karin and Blake Hensley

Alexa and Elliott Herbold

Katrina and Greg Herman

Maggie and Chase Herndon

Dr. Sonia Brady Higdon

Dr. and Mrs. George A. Hill

Vicki and Matt Hill

Patsy and John Holden

Mr. Calvin Holmes, Sr.

Sarah and Chris Holstein

The Holtschlag Family

Kristen and Jay Hope

Mr. Hyatt Horne '23

Dr. Judith Howell

Mr. Christian Howell '23

Kelly J. Huddleston

Susan and Bill Huggins

Ms. Courtney Hulme '11

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas W. Hulme (Dayna Avery '82)

Elizabeth and Hunter Humphreys

Mr. and Mrs. John E. Irby

Maggie and Carlton Jackson

The Jaques Family

The Jaulin Family (Meredith MacLeod '06)

Ms. Lucy Jenkins '34

Mr. Quinn Jenkins '28

Bailey and Seth Johnson

Ms. Paige Johnson '19

Dr. and Mrs. Eric G. Johnson

Mrs. Amy Beth Jones

Mr. Keith Jones

The Kaczynski Family

Mr. and Mrs. Clifton K. Kaiser

Mr. and Mrs. Bryce Keener

Amanda and Clayton Kellum

Dr. Josephine Kelso

The Kern Family

Sherrie and Cal Kern

LaTonya and Lee Kinnard

Ms. Kelly Klingbeil

Ms. Becky Knight

Mr. John A. Koerner

Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Kohler

Ms. Yvonne Kordus

Ms. Nutcha Kornsuwan '10

Jennifer Kraus

Mrs. Tricia Kriese

Mr. and Mrs. Dave Kuck

Margaret and Dick Kuck

Mrs. Lui Lai

Mr. and Mrs. Mark J. Lamm

The Lance Family

Carolyn and Jim Leath

Mr. Garrett Lee '26

Mr. Baxter Lee '28

Mr. Thomas Lee '32

Mr. Bobby O. Leib III '06

Mr. and Mrs. Michael S. Lentz

Mr. and Mrs. Joshua Lester

Dani and Jim Lewis

Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Ligon '89

Mr. Nate Lindseth '25

Ms. Carol Lindsey

Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Longworth (Julianne Murphy '09)

Mr. and Mrs. E. Jon Looney

Sarah and Chris Lusk

Ms. Anna A. MacDougall

Mr. and Mrs. David R. Mack '80

Ms. Caitlin Maguire

Mr. and Mrs. Jere Manning

Mr. and Mrs. Robert B. Marberry '14 (Christine Matthews '12)

Ms. Barbara Marks

Mr. and Mrs. Alejandro Marquez

Angelica and Cody Marsh

Mrs. Mary Martin

Ivelisse and Blake Martin

Meredith and Jeff Marwill

Jenny Matthews '02 and Holcomb Burke

Ms. Laura Matthews '04

Marie and Porter Maxwell

Barbara and David McCall

Mrs. Patricia B. McCarley

Mr. and Mrs. Will McCauley

Mr. Ryan McDonald '05

Mr. Trip McDowell III '23

Mr. Jack McGuire '23

Mr. Miller McKee '13

Mrs. Kitty Boyte McKee

Courtney and John McLarty

Mr. and Mrs. Sean R. McLeod '99

Sheran and David McNatt

Dr. and Mrs. Robert McVie

Ashley and RJ Meacham

Ms. Lilly Meng '23

Melinda and Jerrod Menz

Mr. and Mrs. Eddy W. Messick

Liz and Mark Miller

Katherine and Jimmy Miller (Mr. James H. Miller, Jr. '88)

Mr. and Mrs. Ryan Mitchell

Mr. and Mrs. R. Dale Mitchell

Lori and Shelby Mitchell

Mr. Tanner Mogul '23

Mr. and Mrs. Louis Moix

Taylor and Whit Moloney

Ms. Ivy Montgomery

Mr. Conner Moore '21

Ms. Sarah Elizabeth Moore '09

Yatasha and David Moore

Ms. Beatriz Morales

Mr. and Mrs. Douglas L. Morency

Ms. Karen Morgan

Ms. Joyce Morris

Steve Morris

Dr. and Mrs. Harold Morse

Kimberly and Perry Moulds

Peggy and Bob Moulds

Mr. James Muldowney, IV '25

Ms. Kira Murphy '20

Mark, Tanelle, and Kira Murphy

Mr. and Mrs. Brian P. Murphy

Tara and Lea Murphy

Ms. Emily Nance '16

Ms. Sarah Nance '18

Mr. Peter Nau '23

Ann and Gene Nau

Roberta and Scott Neely

Mr. and Mrs. Victor Neilson

Ms. Maggie Nelson '19

Mr. and Mrs. Ryan A. Nelson

Ms. Lynn Nerderman

Ms. Caroline Newman '23

Sarah and Scott Nichols

Mr. Matthew Norman '23

Ms. Marie W. Nowell

Mr. and Mrs. James Oliff

Kerry and Trevor Olson

Ms. Elizabeth Orr

Mr. and Mrs. James F. Osteen, Jr.

Ms. Kenna Otero '23

Jen and Juan Otero

Ms. Sky Ozari '23

Cynthia Painter

Mr. Tyler Parker

Mr. Graham Pave '23

Claudia Pearman

Mr. and Mrs. Jere D. Pewitt

Nancy Pham and Vin Phan

Ms. Amanda Phelan

Mrs. Ashley Love Phillips '05

Mr. Tommy Phillips

Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Pickney (Abby Wharton '11)

Mr. and Mrs. R. Shannon Pollard, Jr. '92

Brittany and Christian Portalatin

Connie and Jack Potter

Mr. and Mrs. Tom Powers

Mr. Noah Prosser '23

Mr. Patrick Ramey

Krista and Reggie Ramsey (Krista Smith '93)

Susan and Tom Ranew

Katherine and Brian Rauscher

Lauren Reed and Brad Williams

Karlyn and Mike Reedy

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Rhoden

Mr. and Mrs. Scott Rhodes (Allison Sutton '96)

Mr. Matthew Rice

Ms. Holley Roberts

Ms. Kendall Robinson '23

Ms. Julianne Robinson

Ms. Jamie Robinson '01

Mr. Jeff Robinson '80

Ms. Taylor Robinson '24

Ms. Bailey Robinson '27

Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Ross

Mr. and Mrs. John Rudesheim (Tyler Hancock '09)

Amanda and Stephen Rush

Elizabeth and Ryan Saffle

Mr. and Mrs. Jay Salato '03 (Kristin Garman '05)

Mr. and Mrs. Edward Sanders

Mr. and Mrs. Chad Sandford

Ms. Lisa Schaad

The Schaedle Family

Mrs. Nancy Schmeal

Mr. and Mrs. Christopher C. Schmoke

Ms. Carly Schneider

Jodi and Matt Schroer

Mr. and Mrs. Edwin N. Scruggs

Ms. Beth Seeley

Mr. and Mrs. Paul Seneker

Meg and Pete Sergel

Ms. Kaylee Shackleford

Mr. Mike Shafer

Mr. Ryan Shafer '22

Ms. Sam Shafer '19

Mr. Brian C. Shaffrey

Sonnie and Phil Shay

Mr. Alex Shearer '23

Mr. and Mrs. Ryan Sherry

Ami and Sean Simons

Mrs. Nikki Simpson

Mr. and Mrs. Edward J. Sizemore III

Mr. and Mrs. Barda S. Sizemore

Mr. and Mrs. Zach Smeykal '08 (Emily Canady '08)

Ms. Taylor Smith '21

Mr. Brant T. Smith

Camille Suttle Smith

Colonel Terry Smith

Ms. Terri Snider

Ms. Diana Sobey

Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Sohr '07

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Speck

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Sposato

Mr. and Mrs. Andrew D. Stacy

Mr. Anderson Stewart '23

Mr. and Mrs. Kyle Strazzeri

Mr. and Mrs. Brock Sturdivant

Ms. Lauren Sullivan

Mrs. Katie Sullivan

Ashley Sanders Sullivan ('88) and Jeff Sullivan

Sarah and William Sullivan

Barbara and James Swearingen

Ms. Ellie Tackett '23

Mr. and Mrs. Jon K. Takahashi

Danielle and Read Talley

Mr. Clifton Tant '23

Ms. Alex Taylor '21

Mr. and Ms. Matthew Teague

Catherine and John Teasley

Ms. Christina Theodoru

Dr. and Mrs. Brodrick Thomas

Barry M. Thomas

Mrs. Pattie Thompson

Mr. and Mrs. Brendan A. Thompson

Mr. and Mrs. Matt Thornton

Martha and Ernest Tisdale

Judy B. Travis

Mr. and Mrs. Allen Troutt (Jodi Vann '99)

Mr. and Mrs. W. David Tucker

Mr. and Mrs. David R. Turnbull, IV

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Turner

Mr. Alex Turner '18

Mr. and Mrs. Michael A. Turpin

Courtney and Russell Tyree

Mrs. Gwen Vacek

Mr. and Mrs. Jamie C. Vance (Millicent Van Mol '95)

The Vergara Family

Dana and Shawn Verner

Mr. Reed Vickers '23

Hillary and Stephen Vickers

Heather and Damon Vincent

Tara and Chris Vlahos

Mr. Chanler Vo '23

Ashley and Russ Wade

Mr. Andrew Wagner and Mrs. Christina Zhang

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Walker

Melinda and Mark Walker

Ms. Michelle Waterman

Ms. Maggie Waxter

Li and Bryan Weaver

Ms. Kate Webber

Dr. and Mrs. James Weeks

Mr. Woody Weicker '16

Mrs. Lucy B. Weicker

Ms. Nicole West '18

Ms. Karen Brush White '87

Karla and Will White

Ms. Karley Whitehead

Leta and Mark Wildasin

Mr. Taylor Williams '23

Mr. Mark Williams

Mr. and Mrs. Brian Williams

Mr. Kelton Williamson '20

Mr. Hale Williamson III '17

Ms. Ashley Willits

Michele Wilson

Rhonda and Johnny Wilson

Mr. and Mrs. Jon S. Wilson

Mrs. Elizabeth Wilson

Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Wiser

Mrs. Kelli Wisthoff

Mr. and Mrs. Roger Witherow

Mrs. Janette Peters Wolf '02

Mr. Mark Wood

Ms. Mary Lynn Woodward

Ms. Sunny Yoo

Mrs. Kim Young

Megan and John Zarling

Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Zenner

Mr. and Mrs. William R. Zepeda

Nancy and Mike Zoretic

Anonymous (59)

Financial Summary

2022-23 ANNUAL FUND AT-A-GLANCE

ANNUAL

DONOR PARTICIPATION

TOTALS

ANNUAL FUND VOLUNTEERS

Sara Elizabeth and William Bradford All-School

Marilynn and Steve Halas Upper School

Lindsay and Marc Jenkins Middle School

Blair and Mark Bego Lower School

GRADE LEVEL VOLUNTEERS

Kat Dec Pre-K and JK

Stephanie Askew Kindergarten

Tiffany Kern 1st Grade

Rachel Faulkner 2nd Grade

Cassie Paine 3rd Grade

Kelly Lebow 4th Grade

Rekeshia Bennett and Amy Chaffin 5th Grade

Courtney Fassett and Abby Giompoletti 6th Grade

Bonnie Paik and Ashley Wade 7th Grade

Sonnie Shay and Diane Taylor 8th Grade

Paula Garcia de Quevedo and Katie Trokey 9th Grade

Marqui Jordan and Abby Spencer 10th Grade

Mary Alice Felker and Katherine Goodson 11th Grade

Alison McGuire and Elizabeth Newman 12th Grade

FRIENDS OF THE ARTS

Dr. Kimberly Moulds President and US Musical

Alison McGuire Secretary

Tarala Rybacki Treasurer

Jennifer Ogden Flowers

Beth Dinkel MS Musical

Jeanine Garner Membership

Melissa Killinger

Michell Waterman

Cocoa and Carols

LS Performing Arts

Nicky Nash Visual Art

Amy Otto Choir

Jessica Tompkins Band

BOOSTER CLUB

Meg and Jon Takahashi

Wendy and Eddie Gadsey

Allison and Marty Kaufman

Mary Alice and Jesse Felker

Carrie & Dr. Kevin Finnegan

STARS & GUITARS

Ellie Axford, Co-Chair

Ivelisse Martin, Co-Chair

Stephanie Askew

Blair Bego

Karla Calderon

Brooke Clay

Dana & Phillip Nappi

Meredith and James Oliff

Abby and Jamie Spencer

Gabrielle and Brian Wesley

Melissa and Jeb Beasley

Brooke Edgeworth

Courtney Fassett

Abbie Giompoletti

Amy Graham

Jennifer Greenleaf

Michelle Horne

Lane Jackson

OUR GENEROUS VOLUNTEERS

The following individuals have dedicated their time, energy, and talents to the mission of Franklin Road Academy. We are incredibly grateful to our volunteers for enhancing the student experience, helping us build a strong sense of community, and setting a good example of servant leadership for our students.

PARENT ASSOCIATION LEADERSHIP

Paul Stiefvater President

Lori Breaux-Mitchell VP/President Elect

Jenny Scarlett Secretary

Adele Holloway Treasurer

Rachel Faulkner

Ashley Pyles

Dana Nappi

Yatasha Moore

Stephanie Mitchell

VP Lower School

VP Middle School

VP Upper School

VP Community-Wide

VP Community-Wide

PARENT ASSOCIATION CHAIRS

Kristopher Rattner PreK-K Summer Social

Meredith Jaulin Grade 1-4 Summer Social

Amanda Godown LS Ice Cream Social

Meghan Lamson

Sarah Lusk LS Christmas Decor

Blair Bego Teacher Appreciation Lunch (1st/2nd)

Lacy Stanchfield

Kate Harris Teacher Appreciation Lunch (3rd/4th)

Clair Kuck

Karla White Teacher Appreciation Lunch (EC)

Lora Mackenzie LS Daddy/Daughter Dance

Leslie Sanders

Kat Dec LS Mother/Son Event

Dawn Ho

Rekeshia Bennett MS Meet in the Middle

Katie Trokey MS Chair Christmas Decor

Katherine Goodson US Teacher Appreciation

Ellen Marlow US Christmas Decor

Lisa Olson

Alison Crocker US Senior Tree

Diane Taylor Spaghetti Supper

Brittainy Jones

Katie Lown Service Life

Nicky Nash

Diana Fassbender Come See Santa

Neha Campbell

Kelly Lebow Taste of Christmas

Susan Lonon

Susan Lonon End of Year Teacher Appreciation Luncheon

Tiffany Kern

Jessica Krones

Lynn Lawyer

Kelly Lebow

Susan Lonon

Emily Lunceford

Sarah Lusk

Lora MacKenzie

Heather McDowell-Levin

Angie McVie

Debbie Militante

Emily Murphy

Amy Nau

Brittany Portalatin

Ashley Pyles

Kami Ransom

Jenny Scarlett

Monica Shellabarger

Abby Spencer

Lacy Stanchfield

STARS & GUITARS

Funds raised from this annual gala have had a significant impact on our school community, and this year we raised over $700,000. Proceeds from Stars and Guitars benefit each FRA student every day by providing financial support across campus for our academic programs, arts, athletics, and much more. Thank you for being a part of this wonderful night for FRA!

EVENT SPONSORS

PRESENTING SPONSOR

Green Hills Pharmacy

PATRON SPONSOR

BMW of Nashville

CHA CHA CHA LEVEL

PMC/Cahill and McCarley Families

Sunda/Kat and Billy Dec

Athens Distributing Co./The Speed Family

CONGA LEVEL

Austermiller Roofing & Construction

Equitable Trust

Bayfield Partners Investment Bank

Team Construction/Mingus Family

MAMBO LEVEL

Monica and Sam Shellabarger

Jessica and Chris Tompkins

Heather McDowell-Levin and Adam Levin

Lacy and Darin Stanchfield

Brittany and William Haugh

BDO/Vin Phan

Taylor and Sean Ramsey

b.creativ/ Blair and Mark Bego

Beasley and Calderon Families

Anderson, Bryant, Herbert, Manzanares, and Simpler Families

Brooke and Gregg Boling

Copperman, Greenleaf, Nash, Olson, and Spencer Families

Bean and Koch Families

Jones Legacy Group

Allen, Axford, Clay, Graffeo, and Otto Families

Lawyer, Martin, Ransom, Rigsby, and Turner Families

Margaret and Jeremy Hamilton

Kimmia and Brent Doolittle

Touching Hearts at Home/Haley and Bryan Johnson

Elizabeth and Ryan Saffle

Akin, Hughes, Menser, Reed, and Sanders Families

Alvis, Faulkner, Hope, Otillio, and Sobey Families

Jani-King of Nashvillle/Carla and Victor Berrios

Stone, Rudolph, and Henry, PLC

Adrienne and Richard McRae

Lynn and Charles Moll

Jaimie and Jon Robinson

Anonymous (3)

RAISE THE PADDLE

Dr. and Mrs. Bret Alvis

Ms. Penny Austermiller

Mr. and Mrs. Jeb Beasley

Mr. and Mrs. Mark Bego

Mr. and Mrs. Jason Bennett

Mr. and Mrs. Gregory Boling

Mr. and Mrs. John Brock

Mr. and Mrs. Samuel W. Brooks IV

Mr. and Mrs. Ben A. Burns

Mr. and Mrs. Matthew J. Cahill

Mr. and Mrs. Sean R. Casey

Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Cassiol

Mr. and Mrs. Mark Chaffin

Mr. and Mrs. William T. Chapman IV

Mr. and Mrs. Henry Chassaignac

Mr. William H. Copeland

Mr. and Mrs. Chris Dinkel

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel B. Doolittle

Mr. and Mrs. Kris Douglas

Mr. and Mrs. Paul Edwards

Drs. Wendy and Christopher R. Ellis

Mr. and Mrs. Tyler Faulkner

Mr. and Mrs. Jesse A. Felker

Ms. Julia Fleming

Mr. and Mrs. Mark H. Floyd

Ms. Tobi J. Frankfather

Mr. and Mrs. Donald E. Gadsey

Dr. and Mrs. David Gilpin

Mr. and Mrs. Noel Glasgow

Mr. and Mrs. Chris Goodson

Mrs. Eleanor R. Graham

Mrs. Brittany A. Haemmerlein

Mr. and Mrs. Jason Hale

Mr. Jeremy Hamilton and Dr. Margaret Hamilton

Mr. and Mrs. Ryan Harris

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Hartleroad

Mr. and Mrs. William C. Haugh

Dr. Caroline Hemyari and Mr. Ali Hemyari

Dr. Kristen Hope and Mr. James Hope

Dr. Chris Hughes and Dr. Liz Hughes

Ms. Mary E. Hulsey

Mr. and Mrs. Frank L. Jackson

Mr. and Mrs. Josh Jenkins-Robbins

Mr. and Mrs. Andrew C. Johnson

Mr. and Mrs. Scott J. Jungmichel

Mr. and Mrs. Bryce Keener

Mr. and Mrs. Chris Kovalcik

Mr. and Mrs. Dave Kuck

Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Lamson

Mr. and Mrs. Michael K. Lee

Mr. and Mrs. Michael S. Lentz

Dr. Jared Lonon

Mr. and Mrs. Chris Lusk

Dr. and Mrs. Douglas J. Mackenzie

Mr. and Mrs. Theodore T. McCarley, IV

Mr. and Mrs. John McLarty

Mr. and Mrs. Richard D. McRae III

Drs. Andrew and Angela McVie

Mr. Colin Menser and Dr. Carrie Menser

Mr. and Mrs. Gary Militante

Mr. and Mrs. Matt Mingus, Sr.

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Moll

Mr. and Mrs. Michael W. Moloney

Mr. and Mrs. Aaron V. Montlary

Mr. and Mrs. James F. Murphy

Mr. and Mrs. Lea Murphy

Mr. and Mrs. Trevor Olson

Mr. and Mrs. Ashish V. Patel

Mr. Michael Peacock and Mrs. Tara Scarlett

Mr. and Mrs. John Peets

Mr. and Mrs. Jason L. Pyles

Mr. and Mrs. Sean A. Ramsey

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Ransom

Mr. and Mrs. Scott Rhodes

Ms. Adrienne Richardson

Mr. Eric Richardson

Mr. and Mrs. James Robbins

Mr. and Mrs. Jon Robinson

Dr. Carrie A. Berryman and Mr. Marcel

Rodriguez Ramazzini

Mr. and Mrs. Kristofer R. Saffle

Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Sanders

Mr. and Mrs. Brad Sanderson

Mr. and Mrs. William Schaedle

Dr. and Mrs. Jonathan A. Schneider

Dr. and Mrs. Karl Sillay

Dr. Chris Sobey and Dr. Jenna Helmer Sobey

Mr. and Mrs. Richard L. Speed

Mr. Karl Spruels

Mr. and Mrs. Ryan Succop

Mr. and Mrs. Ryan Tannehill

Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Tant

Mr. and Mrs. Joel L. Thacker

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel R. Thorne

Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Tompkins

Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Walker

Mr. and Mrs. Brian Weisser

Mr. and Mrs. William T. White

Mr. and Mrs. Terry E. Woodall

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Woodard, Jr.

Mr. and Mrs. Chase Worrell

Mr. and Mrs. Jason P. Zachariah

WHY WE GIVE

LAURA AND JASON ZACHARIAH

TTwo years ago, when we decided to enroll our children at FRA, we didn’t just find a school—we discovered a community that resonated with our values and aspirations for our kids' futures.

Our family was moving from Louisville to Nashville, and when we arrived to tour FRA, the warmth and kindness were immediately palpable. Initially, we were looking for our son, Ean, but little did we know we would also be excited and ready to enroll our daughter, Lilly as well. The curriculum, mission, and blend of values and spirituality within a co-ed setting all felt like the perfect fit.

For the last year and a half, watching our children evolve at FRA has been the most rewarding experience. Ean found his passion in sports and extracurricular activities, becoming deeply involved and excelling academically. We have seen him grow into a student leader, expanding his athletic talents and emotional intelligence, which has been truly remarkable.

On the other hand, Lilly has explored her creativity and drive within the classroom, embracing new experiences and challenging herself academically. Although moving schools for any child can be daunting, FRA embraced and nurtured them, shaping them into the best versions of themselves.

FRA differentiates itself in many incredible ways, but its heart is the most important to us. The sense of belonging, the welcoming campus, and the genuinely caring faculty are unparalleled. We can quickly sum up our experience here: loving, embracing, and supportive. We’ve been welcomed into a resilient community that we feel isn’t only shaping our kids into the best they can be but our family as well.

Looking ahead, we are already excited for Ean and Lilly’s futures after witnessing the achievements of older students and knowing that our children are supported by a community that thrives on love and achievement. They're being prepared holistically— for college and beyond. By supporting FRA, we’re supporting a mission unique to Nashville, and through our investment, we get the privilege of seeing it impact students, families, and our world at large. We want to teach the importance of philanthropy to our children and ensure that a place so dear to us continues to thrive.

We want to support causes and places close to our hearts, like FRA, which stands for values of kindness and connection. FRA's growth aligns with our aspirations, making it a natural choice for our support. It's where our children flourish and will continue to grow, and we're proud to invest in their future and the generations to follow them.

"By supporting FRA, we’re supporting a mission unique to Nashville, and through our investment, we get the privilege of seeing it impact students, families, and our world at large."

FRANKLIN

UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS

FRIDAY, MARCH 1 - SUNDAY, MARCH 3

Middle School Musical | Middle School Theater

THURSDAY, APRIL 11

Student Art Show Opening Night | L.M. Crockett Library

THURSDAY, APRIL 18

FRA Annual Day of Giving

FRIDAY, APRIL 26

Coffee House | Middle School Commons

FRIDAY, APRIL 26 - SUNDAY, APRIL 28

Upper School Drama | Middle School Theater

SATURDAY, MAY 4

Jazz Cafe | The Turner Quad

TUESDAY, MAY 7

Spring Choral Concert | The Scarlett Family Chapel

MONDAY, MAY 13

5th/6th Grade Band Concert | The Scarlett Family Chapel

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