Dear Franklin County community,
We are thrilled to bring this amazing opportunity to all of our families who utilize our bus transportation services. With this app, you’ll be able to track your child’s bus in real time, receive important notifications, and communicate directly with our transportation team. Keep an eye out for an invitation from us soon if you haven't already received your invite!
We also want to share some early feedback from one of our families. This is proof that this tool is already making a difference! A huge shoutout to Sherry Boarman and Brad McKinney for their dedication and hard work in bringing this project to life.
#courage | #oneteamfcs
We are thrilled to bring this amazing opportunity to all of our families who utilize our bus transportation services. With this app, you’ll be able to track your child’s bus in real time, receive important notifications, and communicate directly with our transportation team. Keep an eye out for an invitation from us soon if you haven't already received your invite!
We also want to share some early feedback from one of our families. This is proof that this tool is already making a difference! A huge shoutout to Sherry Boarman and Brad McKinney for their dedication and hard work in bringing this project to life.
#courage | #oneteamfcs
Seventy WHHS students were inducted into the newly formed Winnie A. Scott Chapter of the Rho Kappa National Social Studies Honor Society. Over 200 students, parents, and community members gathered at the Thomas D. Clark Museum of Kentucky History for the charter induction.
Dr. Chaka Cummings, Director of Learning for the Kentucky Historical Society, welcomed guests and delivered a speech highlighting the chapter's namesake, Winnie A. Scott. Born in Frankfort, Scott was an African American educator who graduated from Kentucky State University in 1895. Recognizing the lack of medical care for Black citizens, she partnered with the Women’s Improvement Club to establish the Winnie A. Scott Hospital for African Americans at 228 East Second Street in December 1915. Dr. Cummings urged the new inductees to honor her legacy by valuing their education, remaining curious, and actively working to improve the lives of those around them.
The evening also featured remarks from Franklin County Magistrate and Western Hills alumnus Eric Whisman, who serves as President of the Franklin County Trust for Historic Preservation. Whisman spoke on the power of preserving local history and encouraged students to engage directly with local city government.
Retired Western Hills Social Studies Department Chair Vanessa Smith was honored for her key role in establishing the chapter and selecting its namesake. Smith joined current Social Studies Department Chair Matthew Graham, Rho Kappa Advisor Lorrie Fraley, and teachers Corey Stratton and Henry Hoffman in leading the official induction ritual.
#OneTeamFCS #Focus
Dr. Chaka Cummings, Director of Learning for the Kentucky Historical Society, welcomed guests and delivered a speech highlighting the chapter's namesake, Winnie A. Scott. Born in Frankfort, Scott was an African American educator who graduated from Kentucky State University in 1895. Recognizing the lack of medical care for Black citizens, she partnered with the Women’s Improvement Club to establish the Winnie A. Scott Hospital for African Americans at 228 East Second Street in December 1915. Dr. Cummings urged the new inductees to honor her legacy by valuing their education, remaining curious, and actively working to improve the lives of those around them.
The evening also featured remarks from Franklin County Magistrate and Western Hills alumnus Eric Whisman, who serves as President of the Franklin County Trust for Historic Preservation. Whisman spoke on the power of preserving local history and encouraged students to engage directly with local city government.
Retired Western Hills Social Studies Department Chair Vanessa Smith was honored for her key role in establishing the chapter and selecting its namesake. Smith joined current Social Studies Department Chair Matthew Graham, Rho Kappa Advisor Lorrie Fraley, and teachers Corey Stratton and Henry Hoffman in leading the official induction ritual.
#OneTeamFCS #Focus
Joining a club is the ultimate way to getting connected! Western Hills High School students set up in the library for a Club Fair, highlighting what makes their clubs unique and exciting. We encourage all of our students to jump in, explore our offerings, and join a group. There’s something for everyone!
#OneTeamFCS #Focus
#OneTeamFCS #Focus
👏 Senior Clap-in at Western Hills High School 👏
We hope you have a great year, seniors!
#OneTeamFCS #Focus
We hope you have a great year, seniors!
#OneTeamFCS #Focus
We are proud to announce that Western Hills High School ninth-grader Ayla Tolentino has qualified to compete at the 2026 National FFA Agriscience Fair in the Social Systems category, Division 1.
Tolentino earned her spot on the national stage following her performance at the state-level competition, where she took 1st place in Division 1 Social Systems while completing her eighth-grade year at Bondurant Middle School. This marks her second consecutive trip to the national event, where she placed 8th in the nation last year.
In addition to agriscience success, Tolentino earned a 1st-place finish as part of the Opening and Closing Ceremony team and a 2nd-place finish in the Extemporaneous Public Speaking category.
“It has been a privilege to work with Ayla over the last three years. She has worked so hard to get to where she is now and it’s pretty amazing that two years in a row she is in the top 10 in the nation,” said Gracie Webb, Bondurant Agriculture Teacher. “The agriscience fair contest is no easy task, but she finds so much joy in the curiosity of why certain things are in the agriculture industry. I am extremely proud of this success, but more importantly, her growth as a student. Ayla is off to do big things for the future of agriculture!”
The National FFA Agriscience Fair is a key competition that is part of the annual National FFA Convention & Expo, Oct. 21-24, 2026, in Indianapolis. To qualify, FFA members working as individuals or teams in grades 7 through 12 are required to conduct a scientific research project pertaining to the agriculture or food science industries and win their state’s FFA Agriscience Fair.
First-place winners in each state qualified for the national pre-qualifying judging. The panel of judges reviewed entries and selected a maximum of 10 in each category and division to move on to the next stage of national competition.
#OneTeamFCS #Focus
Tolentino earned her spot on the national stage following her performance at the state-level competition, where she took 1st place in Division 1 Social Systems while completing her eighth-grade year at Bondurant Middle School. This marks her second consecutive trip to the national event, where she placed 8th in the nation last year.
In addition to agriscience success, Tolentino earned a 1st-place finish as part of the Opening and Closing Ceremony team and a 2nd-place finish in the Extemporaneous Public Speaking category.
“It has been a privilege to work with Ayla over the last three years. She has worked so hard to get to where she is now and it’s pretty amazing that two years in a row she is in the top 10 in the nation,” said Gracie Webb, Bondurant Agriculture Teacher. “The agriscience fair contest is no easy task, but she finds so much joy in the curiosity of why certain things are in the agriculture industry. I am extremely proud of this success, but more importantly, her growth as a student. Ayla is off to do big things for the future of agriculture!”
The National FFA Agriscience Fair is a key competition that is part of the annual National FFA Convention & Expo, Oct. 21-24, 2026, in Indianapolis. To qualify, FFA members working as individuals or teams in grades 7 through 12 are required to conduct a scientific research project pertaining to the agriculture or food science industries and win their state’s FFA Agriscience Fair.
First-place winners in each state qualified for the national pre-qualifying judging. The panel of judges reviewed entries and selected a maximum of 10 in each category and division to move on to the next stage of national competition.
#OneTeamFCS #Focus
Next time you step into Western Hills High School, make sure to take a look at the artwork at the front entrance! Senior Kendria Wickers recently brought a new project to life in just one week. The mural centers around the "We Are HILLS" initiative that’s built on four core pillars: Academics, Problem Solving, Work Skills, and Participation. The artwork features a tree anchored by roots representing these key values, with "ACCOMPLISHED" woven up the trunk. Throughout the school year, student and staff accomplishments will be added to the branches!
Please join us in congratulating Kendria on her artwork that will leave a lasting mark on the WHHS hallway!
#OneTeamFCS #Focus
Please join us in congratulating Kendria on her artwork that will leave a lasting mark on the WHHS hallway!
#OneTeamFCS #Focus
Volleyball is back! 🏐
#OneTeamFCS #Focus
#OneTeamFCS #Focus
Good morning, Franklin County! It is officially the first day of school, and we can't wait to see you in our buildings — a few things to note as you prepare to leave this morning.
- If you have a child on the bus, download the Stopfinder app. This provides alerts and updated information regarding bus routes in live time. The link provides the tentative time the bus will be at your pickup/dropoff location. Be aware that the time may be delayed as we navigate the first day. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1W9GT0qGlkADDlZOrafpbf-mFvI5jJi69hThZM1IWbso/edit?gid=863096298#gid=863096298
- If you are dropping off your child at school, have patience and stay alert as we will have kids getting out of their vehicles. We also ask that you keep the line moving so we can ensure all of our kids get into the building on time.
- School Menus can be found here: https://menus.healthepro.com/organizations/1567/
If you have any questions, please reach out to your school directly. We've been waiting all summer for this day, and we are #Focused and ready for you. Have a fantastic year, Franklin County!
#OneTeamFCS #Focus
- If you have a child on the bus, download the Stopfinder app. This provides alerts and updated information regarding bus routes in live time. The link provides the tentative time the bus will be at your pickup/dropoff location. Be aware that the time may be delayed as we navigate the first day. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1W9GT0qGlkADDlZOrafpbf-mFvI5jJi69hThZM1IWbso/edit?gid=863096298#gid=863096298
- If you are dropping off your child at school, have patience and stay alert as we will have kids getting out of their vehicles. We also ask that you keep the line moving so we can ensure all of our kids get into the building on time.
- School Menus can be found here: https://menus.healthepro.com/organizations/1567/
If you have any questions, please reach out to your school directly. We've been waiting all summer for this day, and we are #Focused and ready for you. Have a fantastic year, Franklin County!
#OneTeamFCS #Focus
🚨 ATTENTION DRIVERS🚨
There is a new school bus safety law 🚌 Drivers traveling in BOTH directions on ALL roads must come to a complete stop when a school or church bus has its stop arm extended and red lights flashing.
The only exception is if you are traveling in the opposite direction on a road with four or more lanes that is physically separated by an elevated barrier or an unpaved median.
#OneTeamFCS #SchoolBusSafety
There is a new school bus safety law 🚌 Drivers traveling in BOTH directions on ALL roads must come to a complete stop when a school or church bus has its stop arm extended and red lights flashing.
The only exception is if you are traveling in the opposite direction on a road with four or more lanes that is physically separated by an elevated barrier or an unpaved median.
#OneTeamFCS #SchoolBusSafety
HOUSEHOLD INCOME FORMS ARE NOW LIVE
Families can complete the HIF form for the 26-27 school year. Completing this confidential form helps FCS qualify for important federal and state funding that supports academic programs, technology, school safety, mental health services, family engagement, and other resources that benefit students.
English HIF public link: https://www.myschoolapps.com/Application
Spanish HIF public link: https://www.myschoolapps.com/Application
For questions, please reach out to the school's Family Resource Center Coordinator.
#OneTeamFCS
*REMINDER*
There is no pickup today, July 7, for the Summer Feeding Program. This week, pickup will be on Friday, July 10, from 11-1 at Bondurant Middle and Elkhorn Middle Schools.
There is no pickup today, July 7, for the Summer Feeding Program. This week, pickup will be on Friday, July 10, from 11-1 at Bondurant Middle and Elkhorn Middle Schools.
We have been made aware that some families did not receive a photograph of their graduate from the photography company contracted by our high schools. We understand how important these milestone photos are, and we are sorry for this issue. We want to make this right for our graduates and their families.
If your child did not get their graduation photo taken, we would love to invite them to the Central Office for a special makeup photo. Your graduate can dress in their cap and gown, bring their diploma, and have a formal photo taken with the Superintendent. To schedule a time, please email alexus.larson@franklin.kyschools.us.
#OneTeamFCS
We are hiring full-time cooks across the district. For more information and to apply, visit https://franklincty.schoolspring.com/
#OneTeamFCS
Don't let summer vacation pause your child's progress! 📚 Thorn Hill Education Center is offering individualized reading assistance and guided practice for students in grades K-12.
#OneTeamFCS
#OneTeamFCS
🌧️ Rain, Pour, or Shine - The FCS Team Delivers!
The weather tried to rain on our parade, but our incredible staff didn't skip a beat. Our team makes this program possible week to week, but today they went above and beyond. Their dedication to delivering meals to our community's kids is amazing, and we feel incredibly lucky to have them on the FCS team!
When you’re driving through to pick up your meals, take a moment to greet our staff with a smile and a "thank you!" A little kindness goes a long way!
We offer 7-day and 10-day curbside meal bundles for children in our district. Click below to register.
English Sign-Up Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdVrO5y17VF9FK6yziaf9bkXPJGdNZAloERcdWIzfqMRZ2wCg/viewform
Spanish Sign-Up Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeSBhPbcavUvnEER5BLQ_jr66gaFk4_CErRST4zSrQD-__AYQ/viewform
#OneTeamFCS
The weather tried to rain on our parade, but our incredible staff didn't skip a beat. Our team makes this program possible week to week, but today they went above and beyond. Their dedication to delivering meals to our community's kids is amazing, and we feel incredibly lucky to have them on the FCS team!
When you’re driving through to pick up your meals, take a moment to greet our staff with a smile and a "thank you!" A little kindness goes a long way!
We offer 7-day and 10-day curbside meal bundles for children in our district. Click below to register.
English Sign-Up Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdVrO5y17VF9FK6yziaf9bkXPJGdNZAloERcdWIzfqMRZ2wCg/viewform
Spanish Sign-Up Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeSBhPbcavUvnEER5BLQ_jr66gaFk4_CErRST4zSrQD-__AYQ/viewform
#OneTeamFCS
Sports physicals start today at noon at Bondurant Middle School. You will have two more opportunities to complete your sports physicals on June 23rd at Elkhorn Middle School and June 24th at Bondurant Middle School. Sign up: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/a338e808/?calendarIds=8597982
#OneTeamFCS
#OneTeamFCS
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to our incredible educators! Your dedication and commitment to students make a difference that will be felt for generations. Thank you for everything you do, today and always!
#courage | #oneteamfcs
#courage | #oneteamfcs
Our FFA Issues Club presented to our Frankfort Kiwanis Club today. Our students are leaders. Check out their presentation here: https://www.canva.com/design/DAHFuUwQgnU/HKfkUTqVownA7PpWPmPHoQ/view?utm_content=DAHFuUwQgnU&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h218ac3a8b2&fbclid=IwY2xjawRgfjZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFpdWwzaDRoeUVrRmpKU21Pc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHtmXTGTat8Gwv0MlSqMT182m5A22mCWpPr1eIrGEl8oU0f4Z4X1MSTvxdpCE_aem_Y67eAXIGRaptRTYtT-Jxng
#courage | #oneteamfcs
#courage | #oneteamfcs
FCS Community,
Our Internet and phones are currently down as a result of a statewide network outage. We will update this as soon as we get more information.
Dear Franklin County Community and especially our Class of 2026!
It’s hard to believe how quickly this year has flown by.
Please join us in celebrating our incredible 2026 graduates! Below, you’ll find the ceremony details for each of our high school graduations:
📅 2026 Graduation Ceremonies
May 20 — 🐾 Academy at 1:00 PM, held at Central Office (CO) (652 Chamberlin Avenue, Frankfort, KY 40601)
May 22 — 🛡️William Cofield High School at 4:00 PM, held at KSU / Bradford Hall
May 23 — 🦅Franklin County High School (FCHS) at 10:00 AM
May 23 — 🐺Western Hills High School (WHHS) at 6:00 PM
#Courage | #OneTeamFCS
It’s hard to believe how quickly this year has flown by.
Please join us in celebrating our incredible 2026 graduates! Below, you’ll find the ceremony details for each of our high school graduations:
📅 2026 Graduation Ceremonies
May 20 — 🐾 Academy at 1:00 PM, held at Central Office (CO) (652 Chamberlin Avenue, Frankfort, KY 40601)
May 22 — 🛡️William Cofield High School at 4:00 PM, held at KSU / Bradford Hall
May 23 — 🦅Franklin County High School (FCHS) at 10:00 AM
May 23 — 🐺Western Hills High School (WHHS) at 6:00 PM
#Courage | #OneTeamFCS
