Franklin County Schools

Our Archery Flyer and Wolverine teams showcased their skills at the KHSAA Region 5 tournament held at Anderson County High School this past weekend! 🏆FCHS Lady Flyers took 1st Place overall 🏆WHHS Lady Wolverines took 2nd Place overall Top 15 Ladies' Rankings (out of 64 archers): 🦅 Lillian Pentecost - 1st place, score: 289 🦅 Eliza Pierce - 4th place, score: 284 🐺 Emmie Jones - 5th place, score: 283 🦅 Angelica Benavides - 6th place, score: 282 🦅 Beverly Lucio - 8th place, score: 282 🐺 Allie Fint - 10th place, score: 281 🐺 Maeher Joshi - 11th place, score: 279 🐺 Sophia Mathis - 12th place, score: 277 🐺 Mia Ann Buezo - 13th place, score: 276 🦅 Page Barker - 15th place, score: 276 Click here to see all of the results for the girls: https://arrowscores.com/TournamentDetail.aspx?tid=402 Next up, the boys tournament! 🏆FCHS ranked 2nd overall 🏆WHHS ranked 4th overall Top 15 Gentlemen's Rankings (out of 81 archers): 🦅 Cooper Matthews - 4th place, score: 289 🐺 Kannon Stamper - 9th place, score: 283 🐺 Ty Thompson - 15th place, score: 277 Click here to see all of the results for the boys: https://arrowscores.com/TournamentDetail.aspx?tid=401 We are so proud of our archers and wish them the best as they prepare for their future state championships! 📸 Credit: Coach Hood, FCHS Flyers Archery page, and WHHS Wolverine Archery page. #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS

Being a leader means stepping up in any situation. Mrs. Barton, HES principal did that today by stepping up to help out in the cafeteria during lunch. Way to go, Barton! #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS

We take immense pride in the achievements and spirit of our students. Today, we shine a spotlight on the remarkable Peaks Mill Patriots, who visited the Kentucky History Museum and the old state capitol building today. We love to see it, PME! 📸: PME #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS

Here are our graduation details so far: 🎓WCHS - May 22nd @ 1 pm - at KSU's Bradford Auditorium 🎓WHHS - May 24th - @ 10 am- at WHHS Football Field 🎓FCHS - May 24th - @ 6pm - at FCHS Football Field 🎓ACA- TBA We are so proud of our Class of 2025! #OneTeamFCS

Today, around 400 students from FCS took the ACT test. We are incredibly proud of their dedication and hard work! A heartfelt thank you also goes out to our amazing staff members who tirelessly teach and prepare our students. We truly have the best team! #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS

Celebrating Cam Asp: FCS Student Champion of the Month We are thrilled to announce that Cam Asp has been named Elkhorn Elementary's Student Champion of the Month! Cam's passion for mathematics is truly inspiring. He has worked hard to advance and usually meets his teacher with asking for additional challenges. He excels in his math classes, demonstrating a deep understanding of concepts and a genuine enthusiasm for learning. His teachers often commend him for his curiosity and his ability to solve challenging problems with ease. Cam's talents don't stop at math. He is also known for his kindness and generosity towards his classmates. His positive attitude and willingness to support others make him a beloved member of the Elkhorn Elementary community. We are incredibly proud of Cam Asp and all that he has accomplished. Congratulations, Cam, on being named our Student Champion of the Month! Keep up the fantastic work! #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS

Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Anita Tope, our Staff Champion of the Month! She was nominated for her outstanding contributions to WHHS, where she teaches science. Mrs. Tope's dedication to her students and her innovative teaching methods have made a significant impact on the academic success and enthusiasm for science at WHHS. In addition to her exceptional work at WHHS, Mrs. Tope recently led the BMS Science Olympiads to a successful regional competition. Her leadership and commitment to excellence have not only brought recognition to our school but have also inspired students to pursue their interests in science with passion and determination. Mrs. Tope's contributions are truly invaluable. She goes above and beyond to support her students, colleagues, and the entire school community. Her hard work, dedication, and positive attitude make her an exemplary role model for everyone at WHHS. Congratulations, Mrs. Tope! It's an honor to celebrate you! #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS

💙❤️Celebrating Bondurant Middle School's STLP State Qualifiers! 💙❤️ We are thrilled to announce the incredible achievements of our Bondurant Middle School students who have qualified for the 2025 Student Technology Leadership Program (STLP) State Championship! These talented individuals have demonstrated exceptional skills and creativity, making us extremely proud. Minecraft Team Our Minecraft group has been invited to compete at the state level, showcasing their innovative and collaborative efforts. Book Cover Category Saanvi Kasala Infographic Category Aishwarya Lingampeta The 2025 STLP State Championship will be held on April 23, 2025, at the Central Bank Center/Rupp Arena located at 420 W. Vine Street, Lexington, KY. This event will be a fantastic opportunity for our students to demonstrate their talents and creativity. WE ARE SO PROUD of you, Braves! Let's cheer on our Minecraft team, Saanvi, and Aishwarya as they represent Bondurant Middle School with pride and excellence. We wish them the best of luck in their competitions! #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS

❤️💛Celebrating Elkhorn Middle School STLP State Qualifiers!❤️💛 We are excited to announce the remarkable achievements of our Elkhorn Middle School students who have qualified for the 2025 Student Technology Leadership Program (STLP) State Championship! These talented individuals have showcased their creativity and skills, making us incredibly proud. Original Photo Finley Cosby Logo Design - Hoggy’s Ice Cream Ryann Landers Event Details The 2025 STLP State Championship will take place on April 23, 2025, at the Central Bank Center/Rupp Arena located at 420 W. Vine Street, Lexington, KY. This event will be a fantastic opportunity for our students to demonstrate their innovative talents. We are so excited to cheer on our Elks at STATE in APRIL! Please join us in cheering on Finley and Ryann as they represent Elkhorn Middle School with pride and excellence. We wish them the best of luck in their competitions! We're proud of you, ELKS! #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS

🎉 Congratulations to Peaks Mill Patriots' Ava James and Kaitlynn Click for Qualifying for State STLP! 🎉 We are excited to announce that two of our talented students have qualified for the State Student Technology Leadership Program (STLP) competition! Their creativity and dedication have earned them spots at the state level with their impressive projects: ⭐ Ava James - Manipulated Image Check out her project here: https://sites.google.com/franklin.kyschools.us/2024-2025-stlp/home/manipulated-image-ava ⭐ Kaitlynn Click - Digital Photo Essay Check out her project here: https://sites.google.com/franklin.kyschools.us/2024-2025-stlp/home/digital-photo-essay-kaitlynn Both Ava and Kaitlynn have showcased their incredible skills and artistic talents. We are so proud of their achievements and can't wait to see them shine at the state competition on April 22, 2025! 🌟 Please join us in congratulating Ava and Kaitlynn on their fantastic accomplishments. Best of luck at the state competition! 🎉👏 #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS

🎉 Congratulations to Elkhorn Elementary's Own Joshuwa Taulbee for Qualifying for State STLP! 🎉 We are thrilled to announce that one of very ownElks, Joshuwa Taulbee, has qualified for the State Student Technology Leadership Program (STLP) competition! Joshuwa's exceptional talent and hard work have earned him a spot at the state level with his outstanding project: ⭐ Joshuwa Taulbee - Screencast Tutorial Joshuwa's project showcases his incredible skills and creativity. We are so proud of his achievement and can't wait to see him shine at the state competition on April 22, 2025! 🌟 Please join us in congratulating Joshuwa on this fantastic accomplishment. Best of luck at the state competition, Joshuwa! 🎉👏 #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS

🎉 Congratulations to Our Talented Students for Qualifying for State STLP! 🎉 We are incredibly proud to announce that several of our WHHS students have qualified for the State Student Technology Leadership Program (STLP) competition! Their hard work, creativity, and dedication have truly paid off. Let's celebrate their amazing achievements: ⭐ Varshitha Ramesh - Screencapture: "Create Voice Overs Instantly with CapCut's Text to Speech Feature" ⭐ Varshitha Ramesh - Infographic: "The Water Crisis" ⭐ Breckon Reichert - Digital Photography: "The Haven of Peace" ⭐ Malleshwar Suresh - Digital Music Composition: "Tutankhamun's Rise" Each of these projects showcases the incredible talent and innovation of our students. We can't wait to see them shine at the state level! 🌟 The State Student Technology Leadership Program (STLP) Championship is scheduled to take place on April 22, 2025. It's going to be an exciting event where students from across Kentucky will showcase their innovative projects and compete for top honors. Please join us in congratulating Varshitha, Breckon, and Malleshwar on their outstanding accomplishments. Best of luck at the state competition! 🎉👏

Bondurant Middle School students made an impressive debut at the Regional Science Olympiad Tournament, held at Bluegrass Community and Technical College in Lexington on March 1st. Competing for the first time, they surprised many veteran teams with their outstanding performance. The students secured top positions in multiple events, outperforming participants from eight other middle schools. Anatomy and Physiology 1st Prize: Tanav Gudapati, Meera Patel Code Busters 1st Prize: Tanav Gudapati, Connor McCoin, Vishal Paluri Crime Busters 1st Prize: Tanav Gudapati, Saanvi Kasala Disease Detectives 1st Prize: Aishwarya Lingampeta, Saanvi Kasala Dynamic Planet 1st Prize: Aishwarya Lingampeta Ecology 2nd Prize: Tanav Gudapati, Aishwarya Lingampeta Metric Mastery 1st Prize: Tanav Gudapati, Meera Patel Microbe Mission 1st Prize: Aishwarya Lingampeta, Meera Patel Potions and Poisons 1st Prize: Saanvi Kasala, Meera Patel Scrambler 3rd Prize: Vishal Paluri, Ayaan Shaik These students will now advance to the Kentucky State Science Olympiad Tournament, which will be held at the University of Kentucky on April 5, 2025. Robbie Roberts, the BMS academic coach, added, "This was an event some of the team parents wanted their children to participate in, and Mrs. Tope stepped up and agreed to be their coach for these events and share her knowledge, expertise, and time. Thank you, Mrs. Tope, for helping to expand their academic competition opportunities!" Congratulations to all the students for their remarkable achievements! 🎉 We are so proud of our Braves and Mrs. Tope! #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS

Our Spring screening dates for the 2025-2026 school year are April 25th, May 9th, and May 20th, 2025. Once the screening is complete, families are informed if their child is eligible to receive interventions in an area of concern or if the family is eligible based on household income, pending income verification. You can schedule an appointment using this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfiw9G76A5xWHJBZbnnNflU2ekZNuODNWvJXR-hRMreUjyZQA/viewform If you are the parent or guardian of a 3 or 4-year-old child that you believe could be at risk for educational failure, please schedule a screening using this form. Please email Stephanie Emberton or call 502-695-6700 for questions. #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS

Our WHHS Wolverines are on the ROAD to STATE! 🛣️💚 Please help us shout a huge congratulations to the members of the Western Hills Academic Team. WHHS advanced to the State Finals in many areas this past Saturday at the Governor’s Cup Regional competition. The competition was held at Mercer County High School. The Quick Recall Team punched a ticket to state by making it to the championship match for the fourth time in four seasons, falling just short of reigning state champions Dunbar in a very close matchup. Members of Quick Recall include: Holland Riddell, Nathan Carpenter, Manas Garla, Ethan Applegate, Aziz Smaoui, Maribelle Hayden, Adrian Bennett, Malleshwar Suresh, Mery Jaminet, and Maeher Joshi. Additionally, many Wolverines advanced to state in individual tests: 🥇Malleshwar Suresh in Math (🌟4th) 🥇Holland Riddell in Language Arts (🌟1st) and Arts and Humanities (3rd) 🥇Nathan Carpenter in Social Studies (🌟3rd) 🥇Ethan Applegate in Language Arts (🌟2nd) and Arts and Humanities (4th) 🥇Varshitha Ramesh in Science (3rd) and Written Composition (4th) 🥇Nico Harmon in Written Composition (5th) 🌟Indicates top 10 in state qualification! Please help us wish these students luck as they prepare for the state finals in Louisville next month! Congratulations, Wolverines. We are so proud of you.

Franklin County School Community, The State Journal published a fantastic article today about our school calendar! We appreciate their efforts in keeping our community informed. There was a small typo in the article, so here’s a friendly reminder: 🔔 March 14th, 2025 is an FCS District Staff Day with no student attendance. 🔔 March 17th, 2025 our schools will be open and in session as a make-up day.

Sidewinders Drill Team 'Aims High' at Apollo High School Invitational ... Fly-Fight-Win! This past weekend, our amazing FCHS Drill team returned to Apollo High School in Owensboro, KY, for their Annual Drill Invitational and we're pleased to share they absolutely crushed it! 🏆 Just like we knew they would. 🏅 1st place in Advanced Color Guard 🏅 2nd place in First-Year Color Guard (up from 3rd last year!) 🏅 2nd, 5th, and 7th place in individual medals for First-Year Knockout SSGT Brown shared, "These young men and women worked incredibly hard to achieve these accomplishments. Despite last week's NTI days, they dedicated themselves to daily practice, training for two to three hours straight to hone their skills." We're so proud of our cadets and their dedication. MSgt and SSGT Brown are committed to making this program competitive, and with each competition, these cadets continue to prove their excellence. 💪 Let's give a huge shoutout to the Sidewinders for their fantastic achievements! #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS

Franklin County Schools will have NTI Day #8 tomorrow, Thursday, February 20, 2025. ASP’s will be open. Stay safe! #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS

We are thrilled to announce that we have one more National Merit Finalist! Please join us in congratulating Mahmood Ateyeh on this prestigious achievement. Mahmood is a current senior at the Gatton Academy, a residential program for gifted and talented high school juniors and seniors. Located on the campus of Western Kentucky University, the Gatton Academy focuses on advanced careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Students at Gatton engage in college-level coursework, conduct research with professors, and have opportunities to study abroad. Despite attending Gatton, Mahmood also remains enrolled at WHHS. This allows him to participate in extracurricular activities and events while benefiting from the advanced academic opportunities at Gatton We are very proud of you Mahmood! Congratulations, you continue to make us proud! #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS

Happening Now! The 2025 1:1 scheduling season has arrived, and we are thrilled to continue this annual tradition. It all started in 2022 when counselors, support staff, and administrators gathered at WHHS for training on scheduling students for the upcoming school year. Having a dedicated team to mentor and guide our students in pursuing their goals truly makes a difference. What's especially exciting this year? Our rising seniors are the first group to experience 1:1 scheduling throughout their entire high school journey. Huge shoutout to all who make this happen: ⭐ Superintendent Mark Kopp: For his vision and advocacy for this important mission- Our superintendent is innovative and this is just one of the important things he's brought to our district. ⭐ Charles Lewis: Our Director of College and Career Readiness is the leader of organizing this event! ⭐ Our principals, administrators, & support staff: For their flexibility and willingness to participate. A VERY special thank you to our counselors at FCCTC, FCHS, & WHHS. ⭐ Aimee Wilson (FCCTC) ⭐ Morgan Wiley (FCHS) ⭐ Robin Lawhorn (FCHS) ⭐ Lacey Piersol (FCHS) ⭐ Matthew Dryden (WHHS) ⭐ Hannah Eubanks (WHHS) ⭐ Taylor Baker (WHHS) #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS