Sandy Watts-Dolan
Quinlan native, Sandy Watts Dolan will be guest speaker to the FHS Senior Class on May 26, 2011, for FHS's Senior Reception. Sandy lost her older brother Mike '92 to obesity in 2010. He had just been chosen to participate in the popular 2010 Biggest Loser competition. His life's story inspired Sandy to fight her own problems and try out for the Biggest Loser herself. The theme this season is "Pay It Forward". She is coming back to her hometown to to share her journey to inspire and motivate Quinlan-Ford High School seniors to work towards their goals and obstacles - no matter what they may be.

George Mitcham '86, Bryan Melton '05, Mandi Bartholmew '06
A large "Thank You" extends to George Mitcham, Bryan Melton and Mandi Bartholomew as they are scheduled to share their experiences with 10th grade students on FHS's College Day on May 5, 2011. All three will give their story of a different journey in how they were able to further their education to become who they are today. All three are graduates of top universities.

Seeking Alumni Support
Cultivating Success at FHS
Quinlan ISD is seeking to create a school culture centered around success and pride. We are seeking Quinlan-Ford High School graduate alumni to help cultivate and illustrate an inviting and inspirational atmosphere throughout five FHS halls. With ample support from alumni and community leaders, these halls will include:

  1. Panther Nation
  2. School Spirit College & Career (careers that require a college degree)
  3. Vocational/Tech (careers that require vo/tech training)
  4. Military Service (careers resulting from the service)
  5. Civic, Humanitarian and Volunteerism

Are you interested? Please send the following information by email to tiffony.hopper@quinlanisd.net:

  1. A digital photo of yourself representing one of the five halls
  2. Your year of graduation from Quinlan-Ford
  3. A description of where you are in the picture
  4. Year of college graduation(s) if required for your career
  5. List of degree(s), certifications, license(s), etc.
  6. Your official job title and/or branch of service
  7. An inspirational and motivational quote - What would you tell a Quinlan student today? Thinking back to the students you were around in school, what do you wish someone would have said to you?

QISD reserves the right to make all final selections to be displayed. All information should be sent by email. If your submission is selected, you will be contacted to ensure accuracy of information. The deadline for submissions is June 15, 2011.