Who We Are

Miranda Haddock serves as the Executive Director for the Florence Education Foundation. Miranda is a graduate of the University of North Alabama with a degree in Psychology and Business Administration. Miranda has been involved in many community organizations including Junior League of the Shoals. She has enjoyed serving the school system through her involvement in PTO for many years. Miranda is married to Anthony Haddock. They have two sons, Sullivan and Lincoln who are current students in the Florence City School system. Miranda believes that Florence is truly an outstanding school system and wants everyone in our community to partner with us to continue this legacy we are building for our children.

Tracy serves as President of the Florence Education Foundation Board of Directors. She graduated from the University of North Alabama with a degree in Economics. Tracy is married to Florence native Eli Flippen. They have a daughter Zoe and son Theo, who are current students in Florence City Schools. Tracy is excited about the opportunity to support Florence City Schools students and teachers as a member of the Florence Education Foundation.

Jennifer Mishra serves as the Vice-President of the Florence Education Foundation Board of Directors. She is a graduate of West Virginia University, where she earned her degree in English. In 2011, she and her husband made Florence, Alabama their home after he accepted a position as an Interventional Cardiologist in the area. They quickly fell in love with the Shoals and feel blessed to raise their family here. They are the proud parents of boy-girl twins who attend Florence City Schools. Jennifer has been deeply involved with the PTO for many years and is passionate about giving back to the school community. She believes strongly in supporting students, teachers, and families however she can.

Kaisha Lyles serves as Treasurer of the Florence Education Foundation Board of Directors. Kaisha is a lifelong resident of Florence, AL. She graduated from the University of Alabama with a degree in Commerce and Business Administration. Kaisha has worked in payroll for over 10 years and is currently Payroll Manager for TNT Fireworks, Inc. where she has been employed since 2015. Kaisha is married to Daniel Lyles. They have three children, Samuel, Mattie, and Emma who are very involved in arts and athletics. Kaisha and her family attend Christ Chapel. She is proud to be part of the Florence Falcon Community.

TIffany Goolesby serves as Secretary for the Florence Education Foundation Board of Directors. Tiffany is a native of Florence and graduated from Bradshaw High School. After graduating from Auburn University she began a career in Interior Design in Nashville, TN. After 22 years, she and her husband, John-David, along with their children John Carter and Emma returned to the Shoals area. Tiffany also serves on the Board of Directors for Safeplace of Northwest Alabama.