Bloomington High School North Class of 1991

10/14/2026

Back on September 10th I shared an opportunity to assist BHSN teachers and/or students through Cougars For Better Education.
Heather Miller McKinney accepted my challenge. She contacted Laura Hanna the president of Cougars for Better Education and then me with our donation day — October 14th.
So this morning we met in the the teacher/visitors parking lot at 6:55 a.m. to load up and deliver the 160 caramel apples (half with nuts) that she had ordered and picked up from Morgan County’s Anderson Orchard— we split the cost. We wanted to bless the “Apple-so-lutely amazing” teachers and staff with a sweet treat on the last day before fall break. Heather had created cute little cards to attach to the apple packaging and also had information about her new adventure as a real estate agent. I brought a few Apple Ag Mags that I use in presentations with students about Apples through my volunteer role as Education and Outreach Coordinator of Monroe County Farm Bureau.
It was so fun doing this with Heather, seeing our old school, visiting with staff and even a few students I recognized in the hallways. A major highlight for both Heather and me was seeing Fellow BHSN Class of 1991 member Josh Easter who teaches at North.

Cougars for Better Ed is still looking for a few sponsors to support specific events/initiatives within the North community!! You don’t have to do it alone I would partner with you and/or find others wanting to assist

Requests:
Sponsor a monthly teacher/staff appreciation event -
- donuts & muffins/warm drinks morning in October
- coffee truck during the inservice day in November
- soup luncheon in December
- trail mix bar in February

Sponsor 5 All Season Sports Passes as rewards for students in good standing

Other ideas welcome!!!
Please contact Laura Hanna at [email protected] or 812-606-2265 if you would like to discuss a potential sponsorship!!

09/10/2026

We have the opportunity to assist BHSN teachers and/or students. Today, parents of current BHSN students received through the announcements that the group Cougars For Better Education are seeking sponsorships for monthly events.
I have requested information from Laura Hanna on those sponsorship opportunities and as the BHSN Class of 1991, I would like for us to make a donation.
Too often, organizations, teams, schools etc believe asking businesses to donate is the only way to go but the truth in my fundraising experience is individuals often are willing and able to give far more than small businesses that are hit up daily.

Will you join me in making a donation? You can PayPal or Venmo me @ MrsRFD or if you want to send a check I can ask for the Cougars for Better Education address so you can write if off your taxes. No amount is too small.

Thoughts? Please copy and paste and share with friends that might not see this group posting. And if you belong to a different BHSN Class we welcome your donation too and would be happy for your Class to get credit too!

Here is how the announcement read.

“Are you connected to a generous business??

Would your family like to make a larger impact on the school community?

Cougars for Better Ed is looking for a few sponsors to support specific events/initiatives within the North community!!

Requests:
Sponsor a monthly teacher/staff appreciation event -
- donuts & muffins/warm drinks morning in October
- coffee truck during the inservice day in November
- soup luncheon in December
- trail mix bar in February

Sponsor 5 All Season Sports Passes as rewards for students in good standing

Other ideas welcome!!!
Please contact Laura Hanna at [email protected] or 812-606-2265 if you would like to discuss a potential sponsorship!!

Laura Hanna
Cougars for Better Education, President”

08/11/2026

I know I am biased because of my connection to Smithville but Shannon really is a rockstar and a co****le champion too!

Meet our Ambassadors!
This is Shannon!
Shannon Richardson is a Small/Medium Business Sales Executive with Smithville, where she specializes in providing fiber internet, cloud voice (VoIP), and business security solutions to local businesses across Southern Indiana. She is passionate about helping organizations operate more efficiently by delivering reliable, high-performance technology tailored to their specific needs.
Throughout her time at Smithville, Shannon has consistently exceeded her sales goals and is recognized as a top performer on her team. She takes pride in building strong, long-term relationships with her clients, serving as a trusted advisor from initial consultation through implementation and ongoing support.
Shannon is deeply involved in the local business community and is an active member of Business Network International (BNI), where she focuses on fostering meaningful connections and supporting fellow professionals through referrals and collaboration. Her commitment to relationship-building extends beyond her role, as she continually works to strengthen the local business network and contribute to the success of others.
In the community, Shannon actively advocates for causes close to her heart, such as the Alzheimer’s Association Greater Indiana Chapter. She currently serves as the Executive Event Chair for the 2026 Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Bloomington.
Known for her outgoing personality and strong communication skills, Shannon is dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service and ensuring her clients feel confident in the solutions they choose. She brings energy, professionalism, and a genuine passion for helping businesses grow in everything she does.

05/09/2026

Does anyone have our graduation program handy and could share photos of each page? Please and thank you!

03/17/2026

Our friend and classmate, Dr. Kristi McCann, is presenting in Indy this April. Please share with those in healthcare and human services you think might be able to attend. https://ticketbud.com/events/cd8e61b6-6331-11f0-aa3c-42010a7170c5

03/08/2026

Honoring Boys Cross Country Coach Warthan

Celebrating and Honoring Coach Warthan

03/05/2026

I’m thinking of creating a private group for our class since it is so easy to spam a page if you allow people to be able to comment/post. Thoughts?

02/27/2026

Do you use AI for business or personal use? What industry and what recommendations would you have for students high school or college for how they need to be prepared in reference to AI?

02/27/2026

I guess today is National Retro Day

01/03/2026

Did you go to the Rose Bowl to cheer on the Hoosiers? Post your photo!