"It's a time for the special needs students to showcase their talents, and to just relax and have fun like any other kid."
-Kelly Coltharp,
Frog-A-Nanny Creator
Friday marked the fifteenth anniversary of Frog-A-Nanny; one of New Albany, Mississippi's most well-known and beloved traditions. The now popular North Mississippi event began, like many great ideas, with a vision; that vision belonged to New Albany Resident, Kelly Coltharp. After years of working with special disability students, Coltharp pointed out a common need among her students; a desire to fit in with the other students.
Driven by ambition, Coltharp used all her resources to create a baseball game (with the help of New Albany High School students and staff) that would allow her special needs classes the opportunity to showcase their athletic talent and capabilities.
Fifteen years later, what once started out as a simple baseball game, is now a popular tradition that includes a parade, 5K run, cookout, and dance.
Elizabeth,
ReplyDeleteA beautiful piece that is a reflection of the beauty you see in all people. I am overcome with pride in your ability to communicate for those that aren't given the talent to do it for themsevles. Thank you for using your gifts and talents to share what is good and true. You are a making a difference, thank you. I look forward to seeing what you wil produce next! Lots and lots of love. Kelly
Awesome job, Googe :)
ReplyDeleteThanks guys! I hope I did FAN justice
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