Hall of Fame Inaugural Class
Honoring the alumni, educators, coaches, and leaders whose achievements, service, and influence have made a lasting contribution to The King's Academy and beyond.
Honoring a legacy more than a century in the making.
A Hall of Fame is a natural addition to the legacy of our 146-year-old institution. Outstanding educators have made significant impact on students, and thereby the world. Similarly, many alumni became influencers in the most positive meaning of the word. We feel strongly that we need to recognize and affirm these people and honor their legacy.Dr. Fred Eaves President & Head of School
The King's Academy President and Head of School Dr. Fred Eaves has announced the inaugural class of the academy's Hall of Fame. Twelve individuals will be inducted as members of the first class, with two additional distinguished awards presented during the ceremony.
Dr. Eaves initiated the establishment of the Hall of Fame early in his tenure, which officially began July 1, 2026. The Hall of Fame recognizes alumni, educators, coaches, trustees, and other members of the TKA community whose achievements, service, and influence have made a lasting contribution to the academy and beyond.
The inaugural induction ceremony will take place during TKA's annual Homecoming Week. Nine recipients are expected to be present for the presentations. Five awards will be presented posthumously, with family members receiving those honors on behalf of the recipients.
The public is invited to join The King's Academy as we celebrate these individuals and the legacy they represent.
Hall of Fame Class of 2026
Twelve individuals whose lives, achievements, and contributions have helped shape The King's Academy across generations. Select an honoree to read their story.
A Legacy More Than a Century in the Making
Explore the people and milestones that helped shape the academy. The twelve Hall of Fame inductees are featured alongside the two Distinguished Award recipients, whose purple cards identify their separate honors.
Kelsi Pratt Mower
Graduated from The King's Academy in 2012.
Class of 2012 Distinguished Award recipient, separate from the Hall of Fame class.
Brenda O. Burchfield
Began her service as a trustee of The King's Academy.
Trustee 2016–2023 Distinguished Award recipient, separate from the Hall of Fame class.The Inaugural Hall of Fame Class
TKA establishes a new tradition honoring twelve individuals whose lives, service, and achievements have shaped the academy and beyond.
12 Hall of Fame InducteesDistinguished Awards
Separate from the twelve-member inaugural Hall of Fame class, two members of the TKA community will receive distinguished awards during the 2026 ceremony. Explore their stories below.
Celebrate the Inaugural Class
Join The King's Academy during Homecoming Week as we induct the inaugural Hall of Fame class and present the 2026 Distinguished Awards.
The public is invited to attend.
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