
Dear Community,
This week Franklin County Schools lost two students. We are deeply saddened for the family and our school community. Our schools have a team of counselors and mental health support staff available as long as we need it. While we are unable to speak about details, we ask everyone to join us in keeping the family and the school community in our thoughts and prayers.
#OneTeamFCS


🎉 Celebrating Our Principals! 🎉
Franklin County Schools is proud to recognize the incredible leadership of our principals across all grade levels. These dedicated individuals work tirelessly to support our students, staff, and community every day.
🏫 High School Principals
John Sanders (FCCTC)
Sarah Vivian (Academy)
Adam Nance (Future Forward + William Cofield)
Chris Tracy (FCHS)
Ryan King (WHHS)
🏫 Middle School Principals
Enoch Welch (BMS)
Audra Hoofnagle (EMS)
🏫 Elementary Principals
Nick Barton (PME)
Christy Drury (WRE)
Stacy Rutledge (BPE)
Megan Barton (HES)
Lynette McKinney (ELV)
Beth Lodmell (CLE)
Andy Bradley (EES)
💙 Thank you for your unwavering commitment to excellence in education. Your leadership makes a lasting difference!
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Come spend part of the day at BMS with us!
We witnessed teachers and counselors gearing up for the upcoming school year.
The BMS FFA team was busy working on compost (#HappyEarthDay!).
Lunchtime was filled with smiles.
Classrooms were brimming with joy.
We left with hearts full of Brave Pride!
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Today is National School Bus Driver Appreciation Day!
We are so grateful our bus drivers, monitors, support staff, and mechanics. You keep us rolling and we simply couldn't do it without you. You're the best and we are grateful for you everyday!
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We have several positions available for the upcoming school year and would love to have you consider joining our team!
Please click here to see all of the openings: https://franklincty.schoolspring.com/
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Join Us for a Blood Donation Drive!
The American Red Cross will be at Western Hills High School on Wednesday, April 23rd, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM for a blood donation event. Your participation would be greatly appreciated!
Exciting Incentives for Donors:
💳 If WHHS secures 25 appointments by tomorrow, April 22nd, the Red Cross will raffle off 5 gift cards worth $50 each.
👕 Limited edition T-shirts will be given away.
💵 A chance to win a $5,000 prize.
How to Register:
◾Visit redcrossblood.org and search for "WesternHillsHSFrankfort".
◾Call 1-800-Red Cross to schedule your appointment.
◾Check out the Western Hills High School Facebook page and search for the blood drive.
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We hope to see you there!


We are thrilled to announce that our 7th graders at Bondurant Middle School learned about their scheduling choices for the next school year today! We are especially excited to see each of our 8th-12th graders receive the opportunity to become JROTC cadets.
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Franklin County Community,
Online Registration is NOW OPEN!
OLR Hub: https://sites.google.com/franklin.kyschools.us/olr/home
Need to reset your parent/guardian password? No worries! Email Carolyn.Jones@franklin.kyschools.us.
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Franklin County Schools is seeking feedback from parents and guardians about your child's experiences during recent NTI days. Your input will help us strengthen communication, support, and the learning experience when school can't be in session in person.
Please take a few minutes to complete our quick reflection form: https://forms.gle/cCBs5xDwUxRKJGJi9
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Last month, we had ⭐five⭐ schools with 95%+ attendance. The schools were recognized during last night's board meeting by our Director of Pupil Personnel, Whitney Allison. We are so proud of the students and staff members for their hard work! Please help us congratulate the following schools for reaching 95% attendance for March:
⭐ Bridgeport Elementary
⭐ Collins Lane Elementary
⭐ Elkhorn Elementary
⭐ Peaks Mill Elementary
⭐ Bondurant Middle
Congratulations to all!
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8th grade Gifted and Talented students at Bondurant and Elkhorn Middle Schools learned about The Gatton Academy of Math and Science today and the opportunities available during high school.
Thank you, FCS GT Teacher Ms. Giles, for coordinating this!
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Franklin County Community,
It's hard to believe we're already here, but it's time to prepare for the 2025-2026 school year. Online Registration is NOW OPEN! Don't hesitate – register your child today.
OLR Hub: https://sites.google.com/franklin.kyschools.us/olr/home
Need to reset your parent/guardian password or have questions? No worries! Email Carolyn Jones at Carolyn.Jones@franklin.kyschools.us.
While it's bittersweet to see the 2024-2025 school year wind down, we are excited for the next school year! Thank you, FCS!
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This is National Assistant Principals Week! We want to celebrate our incredible Assistant Principals and Dean team! 🎉
These dedicated leaders work tirelessly to support our students, staff, and school community. Their commitment to excellence and their unwavering support help create a positive and nurturing environment where everyone can thrive. They ensure that everything runs smoothly and that every student has the opportunity to succeed. Let's show our appreciation for these amazing individuals who make a difference every day. Share your favorite AP or Dean below and let them know how much they mean to you!
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Dear Franklin County Families,
April 7th — April 11th is Franklin County Schools’ Spring Break.
School is not in session.
The flood waters are at a historic high, all of our buildings will be closed April 7th through April 9th.
All After School Programs (ASPs) are closed until at least April 9th
All activities and events from April 6th- April 9th are canceled
Flood Assistance Resources for Families
Due to recent flooding, some families may be displaced. For housing or emergency resources, contact your school’s FRYSC Coordinator or the Frankfort City Police at 502-821-9318.
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FCS Community, please see the message below from our School Safety Coordinator, Captain Abrams.
"We are hearing rumors that some social media posts are falsely reporting that some FCS Schools are in lockdown.
This is False. All schools are operating normally and there are no lockdowns in the district. "
#OneTeamFCS


As April quickly approaches, we find ourselves on the brink of another graduation season, filled with a mix of emotions for our school community.
🎓 The Academy High School - May 21st @ 10 am - KSU's Bradford Auditorium
🎓 William Cofield High School - May 22nd @ 1 pm - KSU's Bradford Auditorium
🎓 Western Hills High School - May 24th @ 10 am - WHHS Football Field
🎓 Franklin County High School - May 24th @ 6 pm - FCHS Football Field
Class of 2025, as you move forward, remember that you carry with you the support and encouragement of the entire FCS community. We will continue to cheer you on as you pursue your dreams and goals.
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Our Student Voice Committee (SVC) met after school on Monday! The students are working on some really cool projects that we know will make a large impact on our district for years to come. We cannot wait to share their creations with you once they're all finished!
The SVC is led by Director of Federal Programs, Cassandra Adams. Haleigh Huff, Wolverine Science Teacher and Becky Giles, FCS GT teacher, are a huge support for the committee!
Our district's Director of Technology, Stella Pollard, also joined to talk about websites, technology, and to check out their work!
We are amazed!
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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!
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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.
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Saanvi Kasala
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Aishwarya Lingampeta
Event Details
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.
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!


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!
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