Directors
Directors
Director of Bands
Derek Ellinger
Derek Ellinger joined the Franklin Central High School staff in 2018. He serves as the Performing Arts Department Chair and teaches the Wind Ensemble, Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band, Concert Band, Percussion Class, Pep Band, and Marching Band. He earned his bachelors degree in Instrumental Music Education from Ball State University in 2012, and earned his Master's Degree in Educational Leadership from Indiana University in 2024. Mr. Ellinger resides in Greenwood, IN with his wife Abby and has two children, Ava and Jack.
Associate Director of Bands
Jaclyn 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.
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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