Alumni in the Spotlight: Emily Poe Stumler (FCHS ‘04)
Article originally appeared in the October 2022 Legacy Ledger (Issue 26). Emily Poe Stumler (FCHS ‘04) What defines a generation for a high school (especially one with a precise “first day the doors opened”)? The “first” generation grads of Floyd Central are easily identified. When did the “second generation” of Highlanders graduate? The 1990s? or … Continue reading “Alumni in the Spotlight: Emily Poe Stumler (FCHS ‘04)”
Alumni in the Spotlight: Shane Gibson (FCHS ‘89)
Article originally appeared in the October 2022 Legacy Ledger (Issue 26). Shane Gibson (FCHS ‘89) Shane Gibson was still just a baby in the winter of 1970-71, when the iconic term “Superhicks” was first coined. The team electrified and united the entire Floyd Central community when they reached the final four, even if they didn’t … Continue reading “Alumni in the Spotlight: Shane Gibson (FCHS ‘89)”
Alumni in the Spotlight: Rick Fox (FC ’73)
Article originally appeared in the October 2022 Legacy Ledger (Issue 26). Rick Fox (FC ’73) Rick is a “first generation” Highlander, in the first class of junior high school kids who “went all the way through” – – seventh graders to seniors. His leadership skills were evident in his three years as swim team captain and … Continue reading “Alumni in the Spotlight: Rick Fox (FC ’73)”
Alumni in the Spotlight: Karen Kamensek (NAHS ‘87)
Karen Kamensek (NAHS ‘87) Conducting orchestras and operas with masterful care Even on video, Phillip Glass’s opera “Akhnaten” stuns. In this particular 2019 Metropolitan Opera recording of “Hymn to the Sun”, the God-King slowly, methodically climbs a set of stairs, his translucent robe flowing, and takes his place in the center of a bright orange … Continue reading “Alumni in the Spotlight: Karen Kamensek (NAHS ‘87)”
Alumni in the Spotlight: Will DeVary (FCHS ‘18)
Will DeVary (FCHS ’18) A gifted storyteller on stage, screen and page Director. Writer. Actor. Will DeVary does it all. Take July of this year. The 2018 Floyd Central grad acted in a production of “Richard II” in New York City, where he now lives. Then, he was the assistant director of a production helmed … Continue reading “Alumni in the Spotlight: Will DeVary (FCHS ‘18)”
Alumni in the Spotlight: Sherman Minton, Judge Basil Lorch III, and Judge Jim Hancock
From the Supreme Court to local courtrooms, NAHS graduates have played influential roles in shaping the rule of law. In our September 2022 Legacy Ledger, we featured three Bulldogs whose careers took them into the judiciary: ⚖️ Sherman Minton, Sr. (NAHS 1910) – U.S. Senator, Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals, and U.S. Supreme Court Justice.⚖️ … Continue reading “Alumni in the Spotlight: Sherman Minton, Judge Basil Lorch III, and Judge Jim Hancock”
Alumni in the Spotlight: Cameron Hobbs & Brad Ritchie
Alumni in the Spotlight: Cameron Hobbs & Brad Ritchie From national tours to Broadway stages and now a Hall of Fame induction, our alumni continue to shine: Last you heard, Cameron Hobbs (NAHS ’08) was dazzling audiences in Aladdin on Broadway. Since then, he took to the stage with the national Moulin Rouge! The Musical tour … Continue reading “Alumni in the Spotlight: Cameron Hobbs & Brad Ritchie”
Two Roads to the Museum: Joe Hale & Sally Newkirk’s Stories of Impact
Two Roads to the Museum: Joe Hale & Sally Newkirk’s Stories of Impact What do a globe-trotting marathon runner and a local history legend have in common? They both became museum directors… in very different ways. Joe Hale (NAHS ’67) took the scenic route—through theater, energy exec roles, and seven marathons on seven continents—before … Continue reading “Two Roads to the Museum: Joe Hale & Sally Newkirk’s Stories of Impact”
From the Classroom to Counsel: Two Alumni Who Know the Power of Career Choices
🎓 ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT: Two Counselors Who’ve Walked the Talk 🎓 Before they helped thousands of students navigate college, careers, and life choices—they were NAFC students themselves. Meet Aaron Striegel (FCHS ’79) and Natalie Barrett McGarvey (NAHS ’96)—two inspiring counselors who didn’t just teach the value of adjusting your path, they lived it. From classrooms to … Continue reading “From the Classroom to Counsel: Two Alumni Who Know the Power of Career Choices”
From Passion to Purpose: The Power of Giving Back
Starting a business from scratch takes hard work. Utilizing that business to help your community takes heart. This month’s featured NAFCS alums have drawn on both to accomplish their goals- and in doing so, they are supporting local students and educators. Spain and a certain Spaniard enchanted Dr. Danielle Limeberry Periago (NAHS 1996) while she … Continue reading “From Passion to Purpose: The Power of Giving Back”