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)”