Directors
Directors
Director of Bands
Jaclyn (Jackie) Nason
Jackie Nason joined the Franklin Central High School staff in 2023. She teaches the Wind Ensemble, Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band, Concert Band, and Marching Band. She also runs the school's jazz program. She is a graduate of Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne with a bachelors in music education. Jackie is a member of the Indiana Bandmasters Association and the National Association for Music Education. While she's not working, she enjoys traveling, reading, working out, and spending time with her friends, family and furry children - Miles, a 5 lb Yorkshire Terrier, and Tiggie, a rather large tuxedo cat who is often terrorized by the 5 lb yorkie.
Associate Director of Bands
Zachary (Zack) Lemon
Zack Lemon join the Franklin Central High School staff in 2025. He graduated from Ball State University in May 2025 with a Bachelor of Music Education Degree. He is originally from Carmel, IN and was in the Carmel Band program from 2017-2021. His primary instrument is French Horn, but he has also played mellophone in marching band and drum corps. He marched with Carolina Crown in 2023 and 2024. In his free time he likes to watch/play sports, go on bike rides and spend time with his family!
Percussion Director
Chris Hodgson
Chris Hodgson joined the Franklin Central staff in 2012. He serves as the Percussion Director for Franklin Central High School and the Assistant Band Director for Franklin Central Junior High. He holds a Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Music Education from Butler University. Chris resides in Greenwood, IN with his wife Megan.
Guard Director
Adam Faircloth
Adam Faircloth joined the Franklin Central staff in 2019. He oversees Franklin Township's Guard program. Mr. Faircloth is in high demand as a guard instructor, having taught groups in Indiana, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, Ohio, and Texas. Adam resides in Indianapolis, IN with his wife Samantha, their dog Copper, and their cat Misty.
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