Welcome Alumni!

Thirty-five teams enjoyed excellent weather, food, and a great game of golf at the annual FRA Golf Classic, held this past Monday, September 9, at the Governors Club in Brentwood. Thank you to our presenting sponsor, Tactical Fleet, and all our sponsors for helping make this event possible.  

In the fall of 2023, Nashville Glasshaüs opened its doors. FRA alumnus Wyatt Maxwell '15 established a place where Nashvillians can grow, create, and dream. Wyatt is excited to tell the story of how his business began and how FRA has been instrumental in bringing this establishment to life. Glasshaüs offers a variety of unique experiences for everyone, including glass-blowing classes, event venue rentals, an art gallery, glassware for purchase, and even a coffee café. At the heart of Glasshaüs is a mission that mirrors FRA’s commitment to inclusiveness, inviting all to be a part of something special. Long-time mentor and former FRA faculty member Coach David Tucker and FRA alumnus Paul Nelson '88 have partnered with Wyatt, using their skills and passions to help Glasshaüs grow and become an integral part of Music City’s fabric. Read the open conversation among Wyatt, Paul, and David as they share God’s penmanship in shaping Glasshaüs’ story.

CAN YOU SHARE WITH US HOW YOU'VE SEEN THE HEART AND MISSION BEHIND FRA MIRROR YOUR PERSONAL LIFE MISSION?

Hal: It's been truly inspiring to witness how the mission of FRA aligns so closely with my own personal values and ethos in life. FRA is genuinely committed to making a positive impact, both within the school community and beyond its walls. 

Class of 2016 graduate Kenny Cooper was recently signed by Tigers Tübingen of the Basketball Bundesliga (BBL) in Germany for the upcoming 2024-25 season.

Franklin Road Academy is excited to announce Rod Jones as our new Director of Alumni Engagement. Rod has been an integral part of the FRA community since 2010 and is currently the Director of Auxiliary Services, and teaches AP Psychology and World History in our upper school.

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.

Clif graduated from FRA in 1994 as a 13-year club member. He played varsity basketball and was active in Young Life. He was a two-time state Champion (4x200m and 800m) in track. Today, Clif is the Nashville Market President for Old National Bank, responsible for building a commercial banking expansion for the $50B franchise.

Katherine Akers ‘10 and Kaissling Akers Anderson ‘11 are now second-generation owners of City Wide Solutions who are managing day-to-day operations.

It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of Jerry Williams, a beloved member of the Franklin Road Academy community.

Caitlyn Manning (Class of 2016) was recently named Chief of Staff for the Middle Tennessee State football program. In her role, Manning will oversee the daily operational functions of the football program while working closely with head coach Derek Mason.