- May 16, 2026
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Sara Gomez, Emma Parker and Ana Izquierdo were thrilled to be graduating. "It feels like time went by so fast," Izquierdo said.
Junior marshalls Gracyn Haag, Logan Kimmel and Leah Brown have the highest GPA of the Class of 2027 from freshman to junior year.
Valedictorian Madeleine Tilton and salutatorian Lillian Nadrowski said it felt good to be graduating. "It's been a lot of work to get to this point, but it's been worth it," Tilton said.
Loreali Forbes, Reece French, Easton Frier and Jacob Fulmer waited in line to head to the gym for the ceremony. "All my hard work and dedication is finally paying off," Fulmer said.
Lawson Lozier prayed along with everyone else during the welcome and prayer from Head of School Dr. Jeff Lawrence.
Head of School Dr. Jeff Lawrence welcomed the graduates and their families, friends and loved ones.
Delaney Crockett stood with pride as a Legacy Lion. She was one of 17 students who attended Foundation Academy since kindergarten.
Salutatorian Lillian Nadrowski thanked her family members for their support.
Valedictorian Madeleine Tilton encouraged her fellow graduates not to compare themselves to anyone else.
Madeleine Tilton said she has wanted to be valedictorian since she was in kindergarten. She accomplished that goal.
The Class of 2026 voted to have James Grosshans give the "last lesson," a tradition Foundation Academy started three years ago.
James Grosshans asked the audience to shine the flashlight on their phones if they've ever felt alone, scared and more to show the Class of 2026 they are not alone.
Tilden Campus Principal Sarah Reynolds had a photo taken with Lillian Bower.
Tilden Campus Principal Sarah Reynolds congratulated Jaslyn Quintana, who will be heading off to the University of Central Florida.
Head of School Dr. Jeff Lawrence congratulated Kenyon Arrington.
Sofia de la Plaza beamed with pride as she walked across the stage.
Now with his diploma in hand, David Jacques II will head to Berklee College of Music.
Enzo Larifla, Laynie Lee and Sophia Lima looked at their new Bibles.
Tilden Campus Principal Sarah Reynolds congratulated Lee Peters, who will be going to the University of Tennessee.
Nathaniel Waldon beamed with pride.
Graduates moved their tassels from the right side of their caps to the left to signify they officially have graduated.
Graduates threw their caps in the air as their friends, family and loved ones cheered.
Enzo Larifla brought a fellow graduate in for a big hug.
James Woughter Phillips II and Easton Frier took a moment to celebrate with each other.
Riley Winters was emotional as commencement ended and graduates were taking a moment to celebrate together.
Graduate Geiliany del Valle Fuster celebrated with her family.
Ella Sharp celebrated with other Foundation Academy alumni.
For the first time in Foundation Academy's history, the school celebrated the graduation of more than 100 seniors.
The school graduated 105 seniors Friday, May 15, at the Tilden Campus.
The seniors combined were accepted to 137 colleges and universities and received more than $5 million in academic and athletic scholarships.
Of the 105 seniors, 17 were Legacy Lions, students who attended Foundation Academy since kindergarten.
