Alumni Welcome


WELCOME, ALUMNI!

Recently we celebrated the career of Coach David Tucker and his 42 years at FRA. He is an institution in his own right. It was wonderful to have so many Alumni come back to campus to celebrate with us. Many have asked about writing to Coach Tucker. If you email me your note, I will ensure he gets them. He has a collection of notes he will treasure.

As we round out the month of May and bring this school year to a close, I am already thinking ahead to all that is to come with a new school year, Homecoming, Hall of Fame, Distinguished Alumni, more networking events, and reunion parties.

We are looking for class representatives to help get the word out to your class; if you would like to be a Class gent for your class, reach out to me. We want every class to have a class agent to keep each class updated and informed. Contact me if you are interested in helping out.

All the best,


 

David Tucker Retirement Celebration

Generations of current students, alums, and special guests gathered to recognize Coach David Tucker’s impact on FRA for the last 42 years. Coach Tucker, thank you for your investment in each area of our community and for leaving a lasting legacy. If you missed the ceremony and would like to watch it, please click the link below. 

CLICK HERE TO WATCH


 

Reunion Year for 3s & 8s

It is the year of the 3s and 8s for reunions. If your class wants to hold a personal class reunion, please reach out Director of Alumni Relations Nik Simpson, to help plan a special gathering.

 



Welcome New 12 Year Club Members!

We hosted the annual 12-Year Club luncheon on Tuesday, April 4. This tradition celebrates our senior students who have attended FRA for 12 or more consecutive years. We are so grateful for each of these students, their parents, and how they’ve helped grow and mold our school community.

Raman Advani
Stephen Cartiglia
Jake Connolly
Stanley Davis
Meg Eubanks
Hyatt Horne
Calleigh Mangrum
Trip McDowell
Lilly Meng
Caroline Newman

Savannah O'Donoghue
Alex Patterson
Graham Pave
Noah Prosser
Dylan Rhoden
Alex Shearer
Garrett Smith
Clifton Tant
Maiya Zepeda


 

Alumni News

Alumni Spotlight: Brandon Grass ‘04

After attending FRA for thirteen years and still being involved in the life of the school today as a coach, I see that FRA has remained dedicated to developing kids as a whole, not only athletically or academically but spiritually as well. There is a focus on developing well-rounded people and helping kids grow in all aspects of who they are. FRA's emphasis on faith is as strong as ever and has been the foundation of their work. I owe so much of who I am today to the principles instilled in me throughout my time at FRA.

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Alumni Spotlight: Whitney Dunn Daniel '99

It is no secret that FRA takes great pride in its alumni and their continued involvement in the FRA family. We recently sat down with Whitney Dunn Daniel, a 1999 graduate, and current community member to talk about her experience and memories at FRA.

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Alumni Spotlight: Captain Bo Korpman ‘12

It’s a gift to be able to reflect upon one’s life and pinpoint a truly-formative experience. As I look back on my thirteen years at Franklin Road Academy, however, it’s clear that the molding and shaping I underwent there spanned not just a singular moment but an entire childhood. 

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Alumni Spotlight: Amelia Young '13

Amelia Young '13 was recently recognized in Nashville Lifestyles Magazine as one of Nashville's Most Beautiful People. Currently, Amelia is reporting for NewsChannel 5 while significantly impacting the community of those around her.

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Class of 2022 12-Year Club and Parents Honored With Luncheon

On Tuesday, April 5, 2022, the Office of Alumni Relations hosted the annual 12-Year Club luncheon. This tradition celebrates our senior students who have attend FRA for 12 or more consecutive years. Parents and students enjoyed hearing from Head of School Sean Casey, Head of School for External Affairs Ryan Harris, and special guest speaker, Head of Upper School Jay Salato. Families spent time sharing memories and reminiscing on the many years spent together over lunch. 

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Alumni Spotlight: David Chandler '17

David Chandler graduated from FRA in 2017 and went on to attend Valparaiso University in Indiana. At Valparaiso, David studied computer engineering and just recently graduated this past May. During his time at FRA, David was very involved with the FRA robotics team, the performing arts, as well as helping teach design thinking courses during the summers. David has bee n important in not only building our program stronger within the FRA community, but in helping us learn how to better prepare students for moving on to college.

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Nik Simpson
Director of Alumni Relations

CONTACT US

FRA ALUMNI OFFICE
4700 Franklin Pike Nashville, TN 37220

615-369-4635

EMAIL NIK SIMPSON

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Franklin Road Academy Podcast

We are so excited for our upcoming 50th Anniversary that we decided to launch a podcast as part of the celebration! All available episodes are below or wherever you listen to your podcasts.