Clarkesville resident Irene Henry Gray has been named the 2023 Outstanding Former Student at Tallulah Falls School. Gray graduated from TFS in 1973. She has been a valuable member of the TFS community for more than fifty years as a student, alumna, parent, employee, and alumni committee member, school officials say.
“Irene has been an integral part of the TFS family for many years, and we are thrilled to honor her with this award,” says Alumni Coordinator Linda Harris. “Her dedication and commitment to the school and our alumni community are truly remarkable.”
Gray enrolled at TFS in 1970 and graduated as valedictorian of her 21-member class three years later. As a student, she was actively involved in Student Council, served as vice president her senior year, and cheered on the basketball team as a cheerleader. Gray also swam on the school’s inaugural swim team and competed in regional and state chorus competitions.
After completing her bachelor’s degree at Wesleyan College, Gray returned to TFS in 1994 as a member of the admissions office. She later moved to the upper school and served as the academic office assistant from 1995-2016 and then as the school’s registrar until her retirement in 2019. During her tenure, she also worked with the alumni committee for nearly 25 years, leading their efforts for much of that time.
The Outstanding Former Student Award recognizes TFS alumni who have made significant contributions to their profession, community, or school. Gray was formally recognized during TFS’s alumni homecoming celebration over the weekend.
