Foxcroft Academy dedicates room in honor of Michelle Emily Buck

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Life is precious. For a family living after an untimely death, life has a hard time returning to normalcy. Dr. Alfred S. Buck is living proof.

On Dec. 17, 2015 in Virginia, Dr. Buck’s 19-year-old granddaughter Michelle was struck in a crosswalk by a vehicle and died as a result of the accident. Buck was a sophomore at Ursinus College in Collegeville, PA. Growing up, she was a strong student who loved to travel and loved being in the outdoors.

In wanting to honor her life of Dr. Buck and his family have decided that her legacy must live on. A legacy based on the love of learning and doing. A legacy that can help other people and with that, help them to live life again.

On Aug. 5, as part of Foxcroft Academy’s Alumni Weekend, the board of trustees cut the ribbon to dedicate a new classroom in the Fittig Wing to the memory of Michelle Emily Buck.

“We believe in the love of learning, just like Michelle did,” said Arnold Shorey, head of school. “Even though Michelle did not graduate from Foxcroft, her family’s legacy to FA is as strong an any graduates we have had. FA would be proud of any of our students who would follow Michelle’s dedication to and the love of learning.”

The Buck name is synonymous with Foxcroft Academy as the Buck house (named after Dr. Buck’s Aunt Anna) in Dover–Foxcroft was the head of school’s residence for many years. It is still owned and maintained by Foxcroft Academy.

“Loved by all who knew her. She blessed us with her intellect, artistry, and goodness,” the Buck family said..