LN grad, Chad McCune, was looking for a way to honor his father, Dr. Bob McCune, who had passed away in 2011. In addition to his veterinary practice, his dad led a life of service to the community, including dutifully giving 35 years to the Lawrence Exchange Club, so it was natural for Chad to pay tribute to his father by giving back to the community. He founded the Bridge Fund with his friend, Mark Pressley. It started with a $1000 gift in 2012 to Lawrence North. The idea was to bridge the gap so that financial barriers didn’t prevent student participation. 
It quickly became apparent that the need was much greater than the students of this one high school, and so they expanded the program. By 2014, this LTSF designated fund had grown enough to support the students in all 21 MSD of Lawrence Township schools. By widening the scope of students served, the fund continues in the same spirit, but now reaches more students, providing opportunities that may not have otherwise been possible. The Bridge Fund has provided funding for extracurricular activities, special projects, scholarships, school supplies, testing fees, book rental fees, and so much more. Since 2012, $173,021 has supported nearly 8,793 students. 
Chad wanted to ensure the sustainability of the Bridge Fund, and so every fall, he and his friends host "the BoB" Golf Outing, in memory of Dr. McCune. This fun-filled event raises a significant portion of the Bridge Fund annual funding budget. We are so very grateful for Chad’s original vision and on-going commitment to the students in Lawrence Township. This is the power of YOU! You, too, can contribute to the future of Lawrence Township students with your gift! Every donation helps LTSF fulfill its mission of connecting community and classrooms to provide the resources needed for all children to excel.
Congratulations to Linda (Simmelink) Brooks, Lawrence Central Class of 1977, on being named the Chief Executive Officer for Baptist Children's Home Incorporated. Linda has been part of the BCH team since 1982, and it has been a beloved part of her adult life. Linda has a B.A. from Calvin College and an M.A. in Human Services from Liberty University. 
Samantha Strong, Lawrence Central Class of 2013, married Dan Luciani on August 6, 2021 in Washington, DC. Having completed her master's degree in Public Health/Epidemiology at the University of Colorado in December 2020, she started a PhD program in Public Policy at American University this fall. Dan is an aerospace engineer for Boeing. They live in Falls Church, VA with their corgi, Clover. 
Congratulations to Brittannie Travis, Lawrence Central Class of 2016, on being selected as a recipient of the inaugural Collier Robert Woods, Jr. Scholarship. Brittannie is a costume designer, technician, and graphic designer. Currently, she is a second-year graduate assistant pursuing a Master of Fine Arts in Costume Design and Technology at the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM). 
Liz and Meg Beasley, Lawrence North Class of 2018, twin sisters on the Toledo women's volleyball team, are set to graduate this summer with their bachelor's degrees from the UToledo College of Nursing. Liz is a two-time Academic All-MAC selection and appeared in 14 matches this season, averaging 1.93 kills/set. Meg was an Academic All-MAC setter as a sophomore in 2019, earning MAC West Setter of the Week honors that year and starting 23 of 28 matches. Read more about the fun history behind Liz and Meg becoming the second and third members of the Beasley family to graduate with a nursing degree and play volleyball for the Rockets.
Congratulations to Kayla Smith, Lawrence Central Class of 2015, for joining the Girls on the Run San Diego team as a Program Coordinator.
Congratulations to Anneka Scott, Lawrence North Class of 2016, on being hired as the IUPUI School of Liberal Arts Career Consultant.
Congratulations to Lauren Matthews, Lawrence North Class of 2018, who registered her 1,000th career kill in Western Kentucky's win over No. 25 Notre Dame on Friday, August 27, 2021. 
Save the date for the 2021 fall high school open houses! Do you know students in the District or community? Make sure to share these important dates with them!
The Lawrence Central Class of 1991 held their 30th reunion Friday, October 15th-Saturday, October 16th. The weekend started off with a tour of Lawrence Central followed by attending the Lawrence Central vs Carmel football game. The reunion continued on Saturday, with a picnic in Explorer Park. We hope you all enjoyed your reunion weekend! 
Lawrence Central Class of 1971 April 9, 2022
If you would like to add your reunion to the Alumni eNewsletter or the Alumni page of the Foundation's website, please email Taylor Williams. The reunions listed are ones that have either been shared or ones found online. If you are aware of an upcoming reunion, please share so it can be added to the newsletter and website! To view further reunion information, visit the link below. 
Volleyball - Lawrence North Football - Lawrence North Boys Tennis - Lawrence North Girls Soccer - Lawrence Central Boys Soccer - Lawrence Central Girls Golf - Lawrence Central Boys Basketball - December 12 @ LC Girls Basketball - January 13 @ LC Girls Swimming & Diving - January 13 @ LC Boys Swimming & Diving - January 13 @ LC Wrestling - January 19 @ LC Girls Tennis - April 15 @ LC Softball - May 3 @ LN Baseball - May 3 @ LC
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