Meet Russell Anderson

Russell is a Fl native, born in 1947. He attended a 1-12^th grade all black school, Kissimmee HS, and graduated in June 1965. He was active in band, sports, student council, science, new farmers, drama club and library. After HS he attended Alabama State University 1965-1968 on a music and academic scholarship. Russell obtained a B.S. Degree in Psychology; M.A. Degree in Guidance and Counseling and a Doctoral Candidate in Education Leadership. Russell developed an idea to raise $1 million dollars to send every graduate of the Osceola School District to college or vocational/technical school for the first year.

Russell was drafted into the army in August 1968 and enlisted into the US Air Force, he retired Captain USAF after serving for 20-years, 13-years as an officer. Russell has also worked in law enforcement, administration and legal personnel programs.

Mr. Anderson excels as a mentor and is a positive influence in the community, he “gets things done”. Russell earned two Vietnam Service Medals, a Meritorious Service Medal and two Good Conduct Medals.

Russell is a true Floridian, humanitarian and all-around good guy. He volunteers his time to play the trumpet at memorial services.