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FRA Giving Day 2025

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Amanda Rush, Director of Annual Giving
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The Garrick Family (Parent ’37)

2 months ago

We love Mrs. Kaufman! Thank you for helping our girl love school and learning!
Anderson Rush (Student ’38)

2 months ago

In honor of Casey Catignani
Thank you for making school so much fun! I love you, Ms Casey!
Nate Lindseth (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Mrs. Zenner
Thanks for everything Mrs. Zenner!
Max Boylan (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Mr. Climer, Mrs. Williams, Mrs. Bachert, Coach McCauley, Mr. Gilroy, Mr. Salato
Anonymous (Parent ’28)

2 months ago

Go Panthers. God bless your mission!
Dr. Susan Mott-Coles (Grandparent ’32, ’34)

2 months ago

In honor of Bailey Knox (5th) & Barrett Knox (3rd)
Mike and Vicki Kinnard (Grandparent ’28)

2 months ago

FRA has been such a wonderful experience for our grandson during his freshman year. We are looking forward to watching his growth over the next three years. Thank you, FRA.
Cindy Axford (Grandparent ’28, ’30, ’33)

2 months ago

FRA has been such a blessing for all four of my granddaughters. I love the interaction and relationships between the students and their teachers and the sweet friendships the girls have made over the years. But most importantly, I love the emphasis of living a Christian based life and growing in your faith. FRA provides such a wonderful well rounded experience for our children/grandchildren … our future!!
Gurmit & Anina Advani (Parent ’25)

2 months ago

We love FRA.
Harper Pardue (Student ’30)

2 months ago

In honor of Karley Whitehead
Thanks for always getting me! Even when you don’t…..
Anonymous (Parent ’37, ’38)

2 months ago

In honor of Miss Orr and Mrs. Crabtree
Thank you for making sure our kids always feel seen, safe, heard and loved!
William Elliott (Alumni ’17)

2 months ago

In honor of Mr. Akin
Sheila Nazemi (Alumni ’19)

2 months ago

In honor of Rod Jones
John Higgins (Grandparent ’28)

2 months ago

Thank you Franklin Road Academy for your wholesome support of our Grandson. You have been great.
Tracey Fisher

2 months ago

Very thankful for the education and support my son received while attending FRA and even after he graduated.
Janna Kinnard (Parent ’28)

2 months ago

Thank you Franklin Road Academy for your wholesome support of our grandson.
Becky Martin (Grandparent ’32)

2 months ago

In honor of Theodore Martin
I am so thankful that my grandson enjoys such a wonderful education at FRA.
Brennan & Riley Crook (Alumni ’17)

2 months ago

We love FRA! Thankful for this community that impacted both of our lives in such positive ways!
Taylor Switzer (Alumni ’16)

2 months ago

Go Panthers!!!
Jeff Ligon (Alumni ’89)

2 months ago

In memory of Bunny Akin
John Somers (Alumni ’22)

2 months ago

In honor of Rod Jones
Jeremy and Margaret Hamilton (Parent ’35, ’39)

2 months ago

In honor of Mrs. Walker and Ms. Lynn
Thank you for taking such great care of our kids and loving on them so much! We appreciate you both!
Jenny Matthews Burke & Holcomb Burke (Alumni ’02, Parent ’36)

2 months ago

In honor of Ms. EnaShea Kohler & Miss Cady
Ken and Cathy Drumwright (Grandparent ’38, Faculty/Staff)

2 months ago

In honor of Ellie and Olivia Garrett
Continue giving your best in all you do!
Greg and Carla Thurman (Parent ’28)

2 months ago

We’re thrilled to be a part of the FRA family. In every sense it’s a perfect fit of our family. Thank you.
Anonymous (Parent ’34)

2 months ago

Thank you for investing in our children!
Todd & Shelley Dragon (Alumni ’88)

2 months ago

In memory of Paige Dragon
Lauri Wilson (Grandparent ’38)

2 months ago

In honor of Caroline Trent
Caroline, we are proud of you! Love, Lally and Pappy
Cole Koogler (Alumni ’23)

2 months ago

In honor of Coach Fred, Coach Tucker, and Coach Fran
Roxane Taylor (Grandparent ’34)

2 months ago

Thank you for the education you are providing my grandson Levi Taylor
M/M Stan Wilson (Grandparent ’27)

2 months ago

In honor of Colette Wilson
Appreciate the love, care, and Christian influence you provide for our precious Granddaughter.
LaRonda Fletcher (Parent ’27)

2 months ago

Love FRA and my son is happy here!
Karen Cooper (Parent ’25)

2 months ago

We love FRA 💙
Heather Weeks (Parent ’32)

2 months ago

Your Welcome!
John and Amber Arnold (Parent ’35)

2 months ago

In honor of Ms. Goodin
For being the best teacher!!! Love NR
Sabrina LaFaye (Alumni ’19)

2 months ago

In honor of Dr. Frawley, Mrs. Blevins, Coach Tucker, Mr. Harris, Mr. Salato, Ms. Feyes, Coach Mac, Mrs. Thornton, Mrs. Wisthoff and so many more who built me up. I love you FRA.
Hayley Fuller (Alumni ’18)

2 months ago

In honor of John Harris
Forever grateful for this place!!
Elliott Ybarra (Student ’25)

2 months ago

In honor of Mr. Climer, Coach Mac and Mr. Salato
Many thanks to my advisor Mr. Climer, my soccer coach Coach Mac and Mr. Salato for all the support and encouragement.
Richard Ho (Parent ’30, ’36)

2 months ago

In honor of Mr. Haywood
We appreciate your enthusiasm and dedication to teaching, nurturing, and supporting students at FRA!
Cate Calloway (Alumni ’24)

2 months ago

In honor of Mrs. Koogler and Mr. Jones
Dylan Gadsey (Alumni ’20)

2 months ago

In memory of Matthew Maggart
Hayes Dalton (Alumni ’21)

2 months ago

FRA is home!
Anonymous

2 months ago

In honor of Coach Perez, Thank you for being you! "The world sees your talents....but God sees your heart!" And yours is a heart of Gold
Rafa Calderon (Student ’29)

2 months ago

In honor of Coach Williams, Coach Olsen, and Coach Hart
Thank you for putting up with me and helping me learn and get better.
Marc & Lindsay Jenkins (Parent ’21)

2 months ago

In honor of Coach David Tucker, Lisa Zenner, Ross Bolen, and Katie Sullivan for the differences they have made our children's lives.
The Dilbeck Family (Parent ’38)

2 months ago

Go Panthers!
Stephen & Emily Garrett (Parent ’38)

2 months ago

We love FRA!
Olivia Garrett

2 months ago

I'm so excited to be a Panther next year!
Lisa Baskin (Alumni ’81)

2 months ago

In honor of Fred Frawley
Jamie & Gerald Wellman (Parent ’29)

2 months ago

In honor of Tricia Kriese & Arthur D’Angelo
Marie Maxwell (Grandparent ’25)

2 months ago

In honor of Witt Maxwell
Very impresssed with Heart to Heart program. Also entrepreneur classes.
Deborah and Tavis McCourt (Parent ’23, ’25)

2 months ago

In honor of Mr. Climer
Tommy Dunham (Grandparent ’31)

2 months ago

In honor of Bill Bradshaw
Thank you for all your dedication to the students.
David Martin (Grandparent ’29)

2 months ago

FRA is proving a great experience for our grandson--in every way.
Tim and Jeannie DEERING (Grandparent ’25, ’30)

2 months ago

In honor of Abby and Nate
Sandra Smith (Grandparent ’25, ’28)

2 months ago

Thank you for the perfect school and education for my granddaughters.
Steve & Tara Carson (Grandparent ’28)

2 months ago

In honor of Henry Herbert
Thank you FRA administrators, teachers and coaches for your positive Christian example for our children/ grandchildren.
Dean and Debbie Headrick (Grandparent ’27, ’29, ’32)

2 months ago

In honor of Elle Newman, Brigg Newman, Beckett Newman
Thankful for FRA and our three amazing grandchildren!
Ava Olson (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Mr. Allen, Ms. T, and Ms. Schneider
Rosemary Milek (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Dr.Kelso, Mr.Zepeda, Mr.Sandford
Hunter Tolleson (Student ’25)

3 months ago

For the badge
Charlie Holmes (Student ’25)

3 months ago

Thank y’all for making the impact you have on me. I will forever appreciate it.
Witt Maxwell (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Lisa Zenner, Tom Gilroy, Stacey Banks-Houston
Ava Jean Teague (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Mrs. Williams, Mr. Climer, Profesora Moix
Thank you so much to these teachers for showing me all that I am capable of and for all the life lessons along the way.
Emmeline Cannon (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Ryan Harris, Bill zepeda, Alana Hilkin
Abigail Deering (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Coach gilreath, Mr. Kaiser, Dr. Suitt
Garrett Self (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Mrs. Rhodes, Mrs. Moix, Mr. Climer, Mr. Gilroy, Ms. Theodoru, Ms. Devey
Eleanor Douglas (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Coach Knight and Coach Allen
Coach Knight has set an amazing example of being bold and fearless in faith. From middle school until senior year, she has never failed to reach out. I’m so grateful for her role in my faith journey at FRA.
Damon Petty (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Mr Salato, Mr Casey, Ms. Theodoru
Darcy Seaton (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of all teachers
Ruby Zullo (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Mrs. Williams
Constance Cooper (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Mr. Kaiser Coach Fred Coach Dawson Mr. Zepeda
I love the framily
Walker Jones (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Mr. Bob Chandler
Sean Advani (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Mrs. Wisthoff
Lilly Van Allen (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Michael Pardue, Bill Zepeda, Matt Perez, Kelli Wisthoff
Ken Warren

3 months ago

In memory of Mr. William B. Akin
Courtney Hulme Eli (Alumni ’11)

2 months ago

In honor of Dayna Avery Hulme
Anderson Rush (Student ’38)

2 months ago

In honor of Kim Young
I love you, Mrs. Kim! Thank you for helping me have fun and learn every day! - Anderson
Shelby Franklin (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Profesora Moix, Mr. Zepeda, and Dr. Kelso.
Jin Holloway (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Sam Bradshaw my parents and my dog
Yippee
Frank McMillan (Parent ’27, ’31, ’37)

2 months ago

In memory of Dr. Jerry McMillan and Delane Taylor
Kurt Lammers (Parent ’38)

2 months ago

We are so grateful to be part of this wonderful community!
Anne Byrn Floyd (Parent ’26)

2 months ago

In honor of Betsey Bachert
The Floyds love you!!!
Shelby and Lori Mitchell (Parent ’25)

2 months ago

We love our FRA family and love to support the FRA students, faculty and community
Millie Pardue (Student ’27)

2 months ago

In honor of Kris Palmerton
Thanks for all you do!
Xander Pardue (Alumni ’21)

2 months ago

In honor of Maggart
In memory of Maggart
Carol Lindsey (Grandparent ’30, ’36)

2 months ago

In honor of Addison & Haden Ho
Hayes and Emmy Rose Tompkins (Student ’29)

2 months ago

In honor of Mr. Bob Chandler
We honor Mr. Chandler for all of the inspiration and smiles he gives his students.
Tom and Ronnie Woodard (Alumni ’79, Parent ’07, ’13, ’28)

2 months ago

In honor of Ann and Tom Woodard
For their many contributions to FRA and so many people!!
Robert and Pauline Hilkin (Grandparent ’33)

2 months ago

FRA is an awesome school. Every visit is an joyable experience for us. It's a great place for our granddaughters to learn and experience the joy of education and growing up.
Holly Sizemore (Faculty/Staff)

2 months ago

Thank you to the FRA community. We are blessed for our children's opportunity to grow and learn in the FRAmily! -Holly and Trey Sizemore -Grateful Shoutout to Ms. Stephanie Feyes from Addy Sizemore ('19) -Grateful Shoutout to Mr. Rod Jones from Wake Sizemore ('21) -Grateful Shoutout to Coach Zenner from Emmy Sizemore ('24)
Cannon Tyner (Alumni ’24)

2 months ago

In honor of Rodney Jones
Ernest & Martha Tisdale (Grandparent ’31)

2 months ago

We're proud of the dedication, care, and concern of all the wonderful staff at FRA! Thank you all.
Annadele Benson (Alumni ’16)

2 months ago

In honor of Dr. Fred Frawley
Daniel & Patricia Dietzler (Grandparent ’33)

2 months ago

In honor of Bridget Dermenjian
Thank you for caring so much for the children in your care. You are doing an amazing job at FRA!
Anonymous (Parent ’28, ’38)

2 months ago

Go Panthers!
Amy Otto (Parent ’29)

2 months ago

Grateful for how happy Ava is at this school!
Ritchey Graham (Alumni ’94)

2 months ago

In memory of Jonathan Claxton
Trevor and Sarah Mathiesen (Parent ’30)

2 months ago

We are grateful for FRA!
Ezra Johnson (Student ’31)

2 months ago

I love being part of the FRAmily!
The Kern Family (Parent ’28, ’31, ’34)

2 months ago

Thanks to all who work at FRA and invest in our kids and community. We are truly grateful for each of you!
Beau Koogler (Alumni ’24)

2 months ago

In honor of Mrs. Courtney, Ms.T, Coach Dawson, Mr. Allen, Coach Hanson, Coach Fred, Cody, Coach Alex, Coach Phill, and in memory of Coach Glass
I support FRA because of the impact that place made on me. I would be the man I am today without FRA and I am and will be for ever grateful.
Cathie Peklay (Grandparent ’28, ’33)

2 months ago

Samantha & Vivian Richardson our granddaughters go to FRA and our daughter Sarah Richardson teaches at FRA
Jared & Chrissie Haas (Parent ’38)

2 months ago

To Mrs. Kim, Ms. Casey, & all the staff at FRA ….. thank you for making FRA so great !!
Bennett Doerflinger (Alumni ’24)

2 months ago

In honor of Coach Dawson, Mr. Jones, Mrs. Koogler
Thank y'all for everything! You mean so much to me and have impacted my life in the best ways possible!
Kat Dec (Parent ’30, ’36)

2 months ago

To all the faculty and staff that make FRA as amazing as it truly is! There’s not a better place for my kids to be spending their days than with all of you. The Dec Family
Hudson and Londyn Doolittle (Student ’35, ’38)

2 months ago

In honor of Ms. Lui, Ms. Jenna, and Mrs. Walker
Thank you for making this year so great! We have learned and grown so much this year and it’s all because of you!
Susannah Lowery (Parent ’29)

2 months ago

We love FRA!!!
Alicia Keith (Parent ’28)

2 months ago

Much love to the FRAmily! Keep up the great work.
Benjamin Blahauvietz

2 months ago

In honor of Maggart
John and Amber Arnold (Parent ’37)

2 months ago

In honor of Miss Lynn (Nerderman)
Because we love you!! Love your BFF
Alex Taylor (Alumni ’21)

2 months ago

In honor of Thomas Carlton and David Tucker
I’m proud to call FRA my alma mater! Special thank you to Mr. Carlton and Coach Tucker for all of their support through the years!
Cherri Bobbitt (Grandparent ’28)

2 months ago

Amelia McDonald
Courtney Turnbull (Parent ’33)

2 months ago

In honor of Holy Sizemore & Rick West
Thank you, Holy and Rick, for supporting my daughter emotionally as well as academically and helping her grow into the confident kid she is.
RJ Casey (Alumni ’22)

2 months ago

Keep up the good work!
Katie Lown (Alumni ’95, Parent ’25, ’26, ’29, Faculty/Staff)

2 months ago

In honor of Mr. Allen
Thanks for being such a great advisor to Olivia these past 4 years!
John Teas (Alumni ’88)

2 months ago

In honor of Jerry Williams
We started at FRA on the same day and his Bible History class was my 1st period class. He made me feel comfortable, being uncomfortable at a new school. Cheers to Jerry Williams!
Drake Lankford (Alumni ’24)

2 months ago

In honor of Mr. Jones
Abby Lemons (Parent ’38)

2 months ago

In honor of Karen White, Meg Takahashi, Steph Desantis, and Sydney Goncalves
To Ms. Karen, Mrs. Meg, and Ms. Steph - we are immensely grateful for the most incredible first year at FRA! You've poured in to not only Wright, but our whole family as we learn the new ropes of school aged parenting! Thank you for the intentionality with which you know each of the students and nurture their individual journeys. We love each of you and are sad to see this year in JK come to an end. To our neighbor and friend, Ms. Sydney! We are so proud of you in your first year of teaching at FRA. It's been so fun to watch your professional journey unfold this last year and it is so evident how much you love your students and your job - the ultimate gift to parents sending their kids into the world. Thank you for loving our family well and for being a great ambassador for FRA!
Karolina Calderon (Student ’29)

2 months ago

In honor of Ms. Hinthorne, Ms. Kriese, and Coach Hart
Thank you for everything you have done to help me and all the things you do for FRA. Happy Giving Day!
Kathleen & Michael Arnold (Grandparent ’29, ’32, ’34)

2 months ago

Thanks for being a part of my Grandchildren’s village!!!
Kim Worel (Faculty/Staff)

2 months ago

In honor of FRA Community
This is my first year working at FRA. It is even more AMAZING than I had imagined!! SO grateful for the incredible faculty, staff, and parents and the foundation of faith and excellence. GO PANTHERS!!!
Ellie Garrett (Student ’38)

2 months ago

In honor of Dr. West
Karen Acuff (Grandparent ’33, ’36)

2 months ago

In honor of Asher and Cameron Erndl
Jamie & Gerald Wellman (Parent ’29)

2 months ago

In honor of Jack Wellman
So proud of your hard work! You are an amazing kid. We love you!
Clint and Adele Holloway (Parent ’25)

2 months ago

In honor of JC and Jin Holloway
David & Betsey Bachert (Parent ’34, Faculty/Staff)

2 months ago

In honor of Mrs. Phelan
Thanks for sharing your incredible energy with our kiddos everyday! You’re amazing!
Jeff and Nancy Polakiewicz (Grandparent ’37)

2 months ago

In honor of Granddaughter, Lucy Lamm and Daughter, Jenna Lamm.
Christopher Ellis (Parent ’31, ’33)

2 months ago

Go Panthers!
roy garman (Grandparent ’38)

2 months ago

In honor of Jay and Kristin Salato
We made the best educational decision in choosing FRA for Kristin. She met Jay and had a great soccer and educational experience.
martha garman (Grandparent ’38)

2 months ago

In honor of Jay and Kristin Salato
FRA has been the lynchpin for both Jay and Kristin's success in life. They met at FRA and the experiences and values garnered while in school are deeply embedded in all that they do. Grandson Micah loves every moment at school. We are thrilled to see his successes and look forward to Sienna joining him in the fall.
Sheila and Alan Miller (Grandparent ’28)

2 months ago

Your efforts and guidance are greatly appreciated!
Anonymous (Student ’25)

2 months ago

In honor of Mr. Climer, Dr. Higdon, Mr. Sandford, Ms. T, Mr. Bolen, Mr. Kaiser, Dr. Weeks, and Ms. Schneider
Millicent Vance (Alumni ’95, Parent ’36)

2 months ago

In memory of Bunny Akin
Happy Give Day week to the awesome FRA Alumni & Development team! Thanks for all that you do to support FRA!
Ean Zachariah (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Mr Gilroy, Mr.Casey, and Coach Hanson
Ashling Barrett (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Profesora Moix, Mrs. Williams, Dr. Banks
Dylan Anderson (Student ’25)

3 months ago

I am donating in honor of Coach Albright, Coach Strazzeri, and Mr. Kaiser. Thank you Coach Albright for helping shape my life as a Christ follower. Thank you Coach Strazzeri for being the best advisor and dealing with my yapping. I am so proud of you. Finally, thank you Mr. Kaiser for making me feel so loved and seen. You are genuinely the funniest person ever and radiate with God’s joy. Thank you all!
Gabe Ramirez (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Professor moix, Meghan Williams, will mccauley
Olivia Lown (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Mr. Kaiser, Mr. Allen, Mr. McCauley
James Muldowney (Student ’25)

3 months ago

I want to thank Prof Moix, Mr. Gilroy, and Mrs Theodoru for changing my life beyond the classroom.
Davis Dove (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Ms. Schneider
Liam Bradford (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Mr. Kaiser, Dr. Higdon, Prof Moix, Ms. Feyes, Mr. Gallagher, Mr. Bartha, Mr. Zepeda, Ms. Theodoru, Mr. John,
Thanks
Rollen Teasley (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Mr. Mendiola, Coaches Emily and Julia, and Coach McCauley
I’m so thankful for this amazing community!! I am so thankful for my advisor, Mr. Mendiola, for always being a person who I can go to with anything. He listens always and his room is such a comforting place for me on campus. I’m so thankful for my dance coaches, Emily and Julia, for always being there for me and they’ve grown the team so much. They truly care for each and every dancer. I’m thankful for my swim coach Mr. Mccauley for putting his all into the team and he cares so much for all of us. All of these mentors have truly shaped me so much and I am so thankful FRA has given me them!!!
Collin McCord (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Mrs. Nelson, Mr. Gilroy, Mrs. Manning, Mr. McCauley, Mr. Bartha
Anonymous (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of James Weeks
James Weeks is my best friend !
George Halas (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Prof Moix, Dr. Higdon, Mr and Mrs Halas, Mr Perez, Mr Casey, Mr Harris, Ms Devey
AnnaClaire Schenkel (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Alana Hilkin, Sarah Moore, Bill Zepeda, Cassie Bates, Kyle Strazzerri, Thomas Carlton
I love the fraculty
Kendall Burns (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Mr.Zepeda, Mr.Kaiser, Mr.Stacy
Mae Fuson (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Mrs. Zinner, Mrs. Moix, Ms. Theodoru, Micheal Purdue
Joslin Austermiller (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Professor Moix, Mrs.Williams, and Becky Knight
Caroline Simons (Student ’25)

3 months ago

In honor of Dr. Higdon, Ms. T, Mrs. Davis
For Dr. Higdon and Ms.T for pushing me to be my best with my academics even when it was hard. To Mrs. Davis for helping me through my college admissions and talking through all the pros and cons of different schools.
Avery, Hayden, and Evyn Harris (Parent ’36, ’38)

3 months ago

In memory of Kay Quick
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