Revisiting a Legend: Les Wright Reflects on Three Decades of Highlander Athletics
Article originally appeared in the December 2022 Legacy Ledger (Issue 28). Rex Bickers (FCHS ‘70), Guest Contributor Les Wright FCHS Faculty/Staff 1967-1996 Q: Can you describe your path to becoming AD? Was it a career goal long before you took the job? LES: I went from Borden High School (1958) to Indiana University, earning my … Continue reading “Revisiting a Legend: Les Wright Reflects on Three Decades of Highlander Athletics”
NAFC Alumni Step Up: Meet the 2025 Legacy Royal Court
NAFC Alumni Step Up: Meet the 2025 Legacy Royal Court Amanda Braden (NAHS 1994), Braydon Hobbs (NAHS 2008), Tony Toran (NAHS 1987), Karen McKinley-Boyd (NAHS 1975), Katie Sutter (FCHS 2004), Matt Uhl (FCHS 1997), Julia Hott (FCHS 2006), Paula Merrill (FCHS 1989) The New Albany Floyd County Education Foundation is proud to share that eight … Continue reading “NAFC Alumni Step Up: Meet the 2025 Legacy Royal Court”
Introducing the 2025 Royal Court: Alumni Uniting for Students and Teachers
Support the 4th Annual Legacy NAFC Alumni Royal Court! Amanda Braden (NAHS 1994), Braydon Hobbs (NAHS 2008), Tony Toran (NAHS 1987), Karen McKinley-Boyd (NAHS 1975), 18, Matt Uhl (FCHS 1997), Julia Hott (FCHS 2006), Paula Merrill (FCHS 1989) The New Albany Floyd County Education Foundation is proud to introduce eight outstanding graduates who are competing … Continue reading “Introducing the 2025 Royal Court: Alumni Uniting for Students and Teachers”
Honoring NAFC Alumni Veterans: Stanley Brown and Ed Guilford
Each November, we honor NAFC alumni who have served our country. 🇺🇸 This Veterans Day, we’re revisiting our November 2022 Alumni Spotlights featuring two remarkable veterans: Stanley Brown (NAHS ’62) and Ed Guilford (FCHS ’82). From Stanley’s service aboard the USS Forrestal to Ed’s decades as an Army pilot and engineer, their stories remind us … Continue reading “Honoring NAFC Alumni Veterans: Stanley Brown and Ed Guilford”
NAFC Success in Action
INNOVATION IN OUR SCHOOLS A Closer Look at Great Classroom & Mental Health Grants Each day, innovation and compassion come to life in our classrooms thanks to the generosity of donors who make Great Classroom and Mental Health Grants possible. Through the school corporation’s NAFC Success video series, you can see these inspiring projects in … Continue reading “NAFC Success in Action”
Celebrating Leadership and Looking Ahead
NAFC Education Foundation Announces Search for New Executive Director We want to share this important news with our most valued supporters. After more than 13 years of leadership, Tyler Bliss, Executive Director of the New Albany Floyd County Education Foundation, will be stepping down from his role. During his tenure, Tyler led the foundation in … Continue reading “Celebrating Leadership and Looking Ahead”
Fueling Innovation in Education: Great Classroom Grants
Since 2011, the NAFC Education Foundation has proudly supported the transformative ideas of our dedicated New Albany Floyd County Schools educators through the Great Classroom Grants. Fueled by our donors’ incredible generosity, this initiative has significantly impacted our schools. For the 2023-24 school year, we awarded over $80,000, bringing our total grants to over $1.1 … Continue reading “Fueling Innovation in Education: Great Classroom Grants”
Fueling Innovation in Education: Great Classroom Grants
Since 2011, the NAFC Education Foundation has proudly supported the transformative ideas of our dedicated New Albany Floyd County Schools educators through the Great Classroom Grants. Fueled by our donors’ incredible generosity, this initiative has significantly impacted our schools. For the 2023-24 school year, we awarded over $80,000, bringing our total grants to over $1.1 … Continue reading “Fueling Innovation in Education: Great Classroom Grants”
Connect with NAFC Alumni on Facebook
Connect with NAFC Alumni on Facebook We’ve got some exciting news! We’ve just launched the Legacy NAFC Alumni Facebook Page, and it is your go-to spot for all things related to current and former New Albany Floyd County School students and teachers. Legacy NAFC is the official alumni support group of the NAFC Education Foundation … Continue reading “Connect with NAFC Alumni on Facebook”
NAFC Education Foundation Empowers Mental Health Initiatives Through Grant Funding
The New Albany Floyd County Education Foundation just announced the recipients of its inaugural Mental Health Grants. These grants are dedicated to fostering the well-being of students and educators throughout NAFC Schools, with a total funding of $47,000 allocated for inventive projects tackling diverse mental health challenges. Following a thorough review by the Foundation’s Board … Continue reading “NAFC Education Foundation Empowers Mental Health Initiatives Through Grant Funding”