I have been a teacher for twenty five years.  This is my fourth year at Granite Falls Middle. I grew up in Caldwell county and attended South Caldwell High School.  My dad taught and coached at South Caldwell for 37 years.  After high school, I attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.  My degree is in Exercise and Sport Science/Physical Education/Health.  I received my teaching license at Appalachian State University.  I am blessed to have a beautiful family.  My son and daughter both go to school in Caldwell county and are my pride and joy.  I enjoy working out, hunting, and fishing in the free time that I have!

Please feel free to email me at alanford@caldwellschools.com!

One can also contact me by phone at the school-  828-396-2341

"I can accept failure, everyone fails at something.  But I can't accept not trying"-------  Michael Jordan