Jim Iverson has been a music educator in the Fergus Falls Public Schools for 27 years.  During that time, the music department has received many honors, including being named a Grammy Signature School, being named one of the100 Best Communities for Music Education (twice), three performances at the Minnesota Music Educator’s Association Convention, four performances at the International Lions Parade with 2 first place finishes, a performance at the National Cherry Blossom Parade, a performance at the 2009 Inaugural Parade, and 25 consecutive years of FFHS students in the All-State Honor Band.

Mr. I has affected so many lives in the school district and the community through every day events.  Whether it was in rehearsals with his concert bands, performing traditional marches in summer marching, honoring the men and women of the military, or performing at Mayor Kelly Ferber’s Funeral, Mr. Iverson was always willing to dive in and get the job done.

In honor of Mr. I’s retirement, the Fergus Falls Band Boosters is having a piece of music commissioned in his honor.  Renowned composer Sam Hazo has begun work on a piece titled “On the Shoulders of Giants.”  The title is in reference to the following quote:

  "… we are like dwarfs on the shoulders of giants, so that we can see more than they, and things at a greater distance, not by virtue of any sharpness of sight on our part, or any physical distinction, but because we are carried high and raised up by their giant size."  -Bernard of Chartres

Class of 1947 - July 20 and either July 19 or 21
Class of 1952 - August 3 and 4
Class of 1957 - June 8
Class of 1962 - July 27 and 28
Class of 1972 - July 21
Class of 1977 - July 20
Class of 1982 - July 20 and 21
Class of 1992 - June 15 and 16
Class of 2002 - July 28

These pictures of the Fergus Falls Community Arena were taken on Monday, October 24 and Thursday, November 10.  The practice rink has been in use since the end of October and the main rink will see its first action when the Girls Hockey Team hosts Moorhead on Thursday, November 17.

Over 50 alumni performed in the Second Annual Alumni Pep Band in the pregame portion of the 2011 Fergus Falls High School Homecoming Football Game.

The evening began with a social hour to reminisce and get instruments handed out.  Next was an hour of rehearsal (with a little help from the current FFHS Wind Ensemble pep band members, along with a few squeaks and giggles from the alumni).  Finally at 6 pm the group headed over to the home stands of Otter Stadium to perform.  It was a wonderful experience for the alumni and a great sounding group!  Thanks to all who participated in the event.  (This will be an annual event.  Homecoming 2012 will be Friday, October 5.)