Blog Entries - 2022
12/9/22 Franklin High School: Wildcat Weekly Update
Wildcat Families, We had another great week here at Franklin High School! Below you will find this week's edition of our Franklin High School Wildcat Weekly. Please reach out if you have any questions. Thank you and have a wonderful weekend. Go
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Wildcat Families, We had another great week here at Franklin High School! Below you will find this week's edition of our Franklin High School Wildcat Weekly. Please reach out if you have any questions. Thank you and have a wonderful weekend. Go
Blog Entry Synopsis EndSafety Exercise on 7-12 campus: 11/30/22
Today, November 30, 2022, the Franklin High School and Franklin Junior High School conducted a successful safety exercise in conjunction with the Franklin Police Department and Warren County Sheriff's Office. Linked below is a document outlining
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Shared Harvest Food Bank
Shared Harvest Foodbank is having a food distribution event on Saturday, December 10, at Pennyroyal Elementary. The event runs 10 AM - 12 PM. If you're interested in volunteering, check out http://warren.sharedharvest.volunteerhub.com/
Blog Entry Synopsis End11/18/22 Franklin High School: Wildcat Weekly Update
We had a wonderful week here at Franklin High School! Below you will find this week's edition of our Franklin High School Wildcat Weekly. Please reach out if you have any questions. Thank you and I
Blog Entry Synopsis End11/11/22 Franklin High School: Wildcat Weekly Update
Thank you to our Veterans! We appreciate you! We had an eventful week here at Franklin High School! Below you will find this week's edition of our Franklin High School Wildcat Weekly. Thank you and we hope you have a great weekend. Go
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Veteran's Day
Franklin High School will present its annual Veterans Day Program on Thursday, Nov. 10, in the FHS McDade Auditorium. The program begins at 9 a.m. Veterans and active military who would like to attend are encouraged to arrive by 8:45
Blog Entry Synopsis End11/4/22 Franklin High School: Wildcat Weekly Update
Wildcat Families, We had a fantastic week here at Franklin High School! Here's the link to our Franklin High School Wildcat Weekly. Please reach out if you have any questions. We hope you have a wonderful weekend. Go Wildcats! 11/4/22
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Through our partnership with the public library, every student will have access to an online tutoring resource, tutor.com. This resource is FREE for students and families. In order to access the resource, students must have a library card.
Blog Entry Synopsis End10/28/22 Franklin High School: Wildcat Weekly Update
Wildcat Families, We had a fun week here at Franklin High School! Here's the link to our Franklin High School Wildcat Weekly. Please remember to sign up for conferences on November 3rd. We hope you have a fantastic weekend. Go
Blog Entry Synopsis EndAnnouncements from Franklin High School: 10/24/22
Upcoming Conferences: We will be hosting our evening conferences on Wednesday, October 26th and Thursday, November 3rd. Below is the link families will use to sign up to meet with their student’s teacher. The link went live on Tuesday,
Blog Entry Synopsis End10/21/22 Franklin High School: Wildcat Weekly Update
Good evening, Wildcat Families! We had a great week here at Franklin High School! Below you will find this week's edition of our Franklin High School Wildcat Weekly. Next week is a
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Cross County
This past Saturday, the cross-country team traveled to Eaton for the SWBL championship. The boys' team finished 3rd. Carter Black placed 11th, earning 2nd-team all-SWBL honors. Connor Green and Chris Bond earned 1st-team all-SWBL honors with 10th-place and
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Talent Show
Join us Thursday, October 27, in the Franklin High School Audiotirum for the annual FHS Talent Show!
Blog Entry Synopsis End10/14/22 Franklin High School: Wildcat Weekly Update
We had a fantastic homecoming week at Franklin High School! Below you will find this week's edition of our Franklin High School Wildcat Weekly. Please reach out if you have any questions. Thank you and we hope you have a beautiful weekend. Go
Blog Entry Synopsis End10/7/22 Franklin High School: Wildcat Weekly Update
We had a fantastic homecoming week at Franklin High School! Below you will find this week's edition of our Franklin High School Wildcat Weekly. Please reach out if you have any questions. Thank you and we hope you have a beautiful weekend. Go Wildcats!
Blog Entry Synopsis EndPublic Meeting on New Construction Update
On Tuesday, October 18th, we have a meeting scheduled to update our community on the construction progress. The meeting will be held in the Franklin High School cafeteria at 6:00 PM. Representatives from SHP (design company) and Conger
Blog Entry Synopsis EndUpcoming Job Fair
On Thursday, October 13th, the Greater Ohio Virtual School and Ohio Means Jobs will be hosting a job fair. Please see the details and a link to more information about the event below: Date: October 13, 2022 Time: 2:30 - 4:30 PM Location: GOVS 755
Blog Entry Synopsis End9/30/22 Franklin High School: Wildcat Weekly Update
Good afternoon, Wildcat Families! We had a great week at Franklin High School! Here is the link to this week's edition of our Franklin High School Wildcat Weekly. Thank you and we hope you have a wonderful weekend. Go Wildcats! 9/30/22 Franklin High School:
Blog Entry Synopsis End9/23/22 Franklin High School: Wildcat Weekly Update
Good afternoon, Wildcat Families! We had a great week at Franklin High School! Here is the link to this week's edition of our Franklin High School Wildcat Weekly. Thank you and we hope you have a wonderful weekend. Go Wildcats! 9/23/22 Franklin High School:
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Alert: Franklin High School
After school today at approximately 3 pm, an alarm was triggered at Franklin High School. Emergency services were called and immediately responded to the notification. All students and staff remaining in the building after school were safely accounted for and
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Press Release - August 23

Erin Truesdell
Welcome back to “Meet-a-Wildcat,” where we introduce you to incoming staff members. Today is another familiar face in the district for our fellow Wildcats. Mrs. Erin Truesdell will be taking the lead at Schenck Elementary as the new principal. She
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Kitten Colorguard Clinic
Is your K-7 student interested in trying something new? Why not try color guard? No experience required! Students get to work with members from the Franklin High School Color Guard, receive a t-shirt, and perform with the guard during half-time at the Franklin High School varsity football game on Friday, August 26th.
Blog Entry Synopsis EndTraffic Pattern FHS & FJHS
Due to construction taking place at the current high school and junior high property, our previous traffic pattern had to be adjusted. Please take a moment to watch the video below that highlights the changes.
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TAC Training
Franklin City Schools has partnered with the Franklin Police Department, Joint County SWAT Team and the Warren County Sheriff’s Office by allowing them to use our properties at 614 and 618 Anderson to conduct TAC Training. TAC Training will
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Katherine Wright
Today’s edition of “Meet-a-Wildcat” is all about Mrs. Katherine Wright. Katherine will be joining the social studies department at Franklin High School. She is happily married to her husband, David, who she says is her opposite is nearly
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John Berry
Today’s edition of “Meet-a-Wildcat” is all about Mr. John Berry. John has been with the district as a history teacher for quite some time, but will be taking over the helm of student activities director at Franklin High School. He resides in
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David Alford
We are excited to welcome Mr. David Alford to Franklin High School in today’s edition of “Meet-a-Wildcat!” David will be joining the social studies department along with coaching varsity boys’ basketball. He lives with his wife, Sarah,
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Kelli Fromm
We are welcoming a familiar face into a new role in today’s edition of “Meet-a-Wildcat!” Mrs. Kelli Fromm will be joining our central office team as the business manager. She has been in the district as a building administrator for the last
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Luke Hurst
Welcome back to another summer of “Meet-a-Wildcat” where we introduce you to our new incoming staff! Our first new Wildcat is Mr. Luke Hurst. He will be teaching credit recovery and behavior intervention at our high school. He also happens to be
Blog Entry Synopsis EndFHS Transportation Request for the 22-23 School Year
Students in the Classes of 2024 and 2025, please complete this Google Form by 3pm on Thursday May 26th, 2022. This survey is vitally important in determining bus routes for next school year.
Blog Entry Synopsis EndFHS Parent and Family Update for 5/23/22
Dear FHS Parents, Students and Families: This is the last FHS Parent and Weekly Update of the 21-22 School year. We are down to our last week of school! Second semester exams will take place on Tuesday May 24th, Wednesday May 25th, and
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Dave Gregory Award
Carol Snively was recently named the Franklin High School 2022 Dave Gregory Teacher of the Year. The award, sponsored by Horace Mann, is also known as the Crystal Apple Award. Snively, who teaches College Credit Plus Pre-calculus, College Credit Plus
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Summer Boys' Basketball Camp
Are you in need of some summer basketball? Check out the information for the upcoming summer boys' basketball camp.
Blog Entry Synopsis EndFHS Parent and Family Update for Week of 5/16/22
Dear FHS Parents, Students and Families: Please review this update carefully as it has lots of important information related to Graduation, Exams, Summer School, and Information for the 22-23 School Year. We are
Blog Entry Synopsis EndAnnual Wildcat Olympics
Annual Wildcat Olympics: A day of joy and fun On a cool but gorgeous May day, there were smiles all around at the fifth annual Wildcat Olympics, which brought together the district’s special education students for a parade,
Blog Entry Synopsis EndFHS Senior Job Fair
With graduation just days away, FHS seniors are busy exploring post-high school options. For those looking to enter the workforce, the FHS job fair on May 5 put students face-to-face with local employers looking to hire. Some of the
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Good afternoon, We are still having issues with FHS students, especially in Franklin Woods, parking in a manner that is disrespectful and illegal. Students blocking mailboxes, driveways, and in some instances, driving in peoples yards. This is
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FHS eSports
Franklin High School’s esports team completes first season It turns out that the kids were right all along: Video games are not a waste of time. In fact, competitive video gaming, known as electronic sports or esports — is one of the hottest new
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Erwin and Ebeling 2022 Project Excellence Winners
Debbie Erwin and Eileen Ebeling have been named Franklin City Schools' 2022 Project Excellence winners. Project Excellence, which operates under the Area Progress Council of Warren County, annually recognizes two teachers from each
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Fundraiser planned to buy box truck for Franklin's marching band
Marching bands have a lot of equipment. When Franklin's marching band takes the field at a competition or football halftime show, students and volunteers carry and roll out stands, instruments, props, flags, and other gear. Moving it all is a logistical
Blog Entry Synopsis EndFHS Parent and Family Update 5/9/22
Good afternoon, We hope our students enjoyed their Friday off today! Below is the link to the FHS Parent and Family Update for the Week of 5/9/22 FHS Parent and Family Update for Week of 5/9/22 Next week is our last week with
Blog Entry Synopsis EndFranklin Board of Education Honors Students for Achievement
At its April 25 meeting, the Franklin Board of Education honored students for achievement, which board members note is their favorite part of board meetings. Fifteen students were honored for 10 quarters of Straight As. Six were from Hunter: Meryn Berry,
Blog Entry Synopsis EndFHS Parent and Family Update for 5/2/22
Good afternoon and Happy Friday, Please review the link below with the FHS Parent and Family Update for the week of 5/2/22. FHS Parent and Family Update for 5/2/22 Please be reminded, all FCS are CLOSED Friday May 6th for Teacher
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Franklin City Schools holding interactive early education fair on May 14
A ton of fun events are on the schedule at the district's first-ever early education fair. Children aged 0 to 5 who are future Franklin Wildcats are invited to the Little Cats, Big Minds event on Saturday, May 14, 11 to 1 at Gerke
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Good afternoon FHS Students: The Franklin Police and City of Franklin have received multiple complaints about students parking in the development behind the high school, including blocking driveways, mailboxes, etc. Please note, you can
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Cross Country Information
There will be an informational meeting for all students entering grades 7-12 that are interested in running cross country next year on Thursday, May 5th, at 7 pm in the High School Cafeteria. The meeting is for athletes and parents. We will be discussing
Blog Entry Synopsis EndFCS Press Release 4/26/22
Good afternoon, Please review the press release linked below from FCS Superintendent Dr. Michael Sander. FCS Press Release 4/26/22 Sincerely, Kelli L. Fromm Franklin High
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April 26 Release
Please see release from Dr. Michael Sander, Superintendent of Franklin City Schools.
Blog Entry Synopsis EndFHS Parent and Family Update for Week of 4/25/22
Good afternoon and HAPPY FRIDAY! It is gorgeous outside, and the forecast for the weekend looks beautiful. Hopefully everyone can take time to relax and recharge. FHS Parent and Family Update for the Week of 4/25/22 Have a wonderful
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District Art Show
Franklin City Schools will showcase and celebrate student creativity at the annual district art show on Saturday, April 30, 2 to 5 p.m. in the Franklin High School cafeteria. Attendees will see student artwork from all grade levels and buildings, including award-winning high school art. A basket of art supplies will be raffled.
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FHS chemistry teacher recognized as outstanding educator
FHS teacher Kelly Rolfes (Brock) has been named the High School Chemistry Teacher of the Year 2022 by the Cincinnati Local Section of the American Chemical Society. In its congratulatory email, the Society noted that [her] "dedication, hard work, and advocacy
Blog Entry Synopsis EndFHS Parent and Weekly Update for 4/18/22
Happy Friday! Below is the link for the FHS Parent and Family Update for the Week of 4/18/22. Please review the information related to EOC testing carefully. Just a reminder, all FCS are CLOSED tomorrow, Friday April
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Nina Lin Franklin B. Walter Award
FHS senior Fang "Nina" Lin was recently honored as one of Warren County's recipients of the 2022 Franklin B. Walter award. Nina, who has a long list of academic and personal accomplishments, chose FHS instructor Kelly Brock as her mentor. Recipients
Blog Entry Synopsis EndFHS Parent and Family Update for 4/11/22
Wildcat Family, We had a great return from Spring Break. Students came back focused and ready to work. We held 4th Quarter Class Meetings this week with all students. We hope hearing those reminders will help keep students focused the
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Mrs. Shockley
Congratulations to Maria Shockley, FHS guidance secretary, for receiving the U.S. Navy's Impactful Influencer Award from the Navy Talent Acquisitions Group Ohio River Valley. Mark A. Carroll, DC1 (SW/AW) U.S. Navy, presented the award to Shockley, for
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Once Upon a Mattress
FHS to present Once Upon a Mattress Once upon a time, Queen Aggravain decreed that no couples could marry until her son, Prince Dauntless, found a bride. Dozens of princesses tried to win the prince's hand, but none could pass the queen's
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Student Achievement
The Franklin Board of Education honored two students for achievement at its March 21 Board meeting. FHS senior James Gross was honored for being a finalist in the midwest Instaband Battle of the Bands contest. FHS senior Rachel OBryan was
Blog Entry Synopsis EndClass of 2022 Important Dates
Good afternoon FHS Seniors and Families: We are two days away from Spring Break! More importantly, we are less than 2 months from Graduation!!! Below is a list of all the important dates for the Class of 2022 as your time at FHS
Blog Entry Synopsis EndImportant Notice About Dismissal and Parent Pick-Up
Good morning, Recently we have received an update from the Franklin Police Department with concerns about people parking in no parking zones when picking their student(s) up from school in the afternoon. Please remember that no one should park
Blog Entry Synopsis EndFHS Parent and Family Updates for 3/21 and 4/4, 2022
Wildcat Family, One more week until Spring Break! This Parent and Family Update covers next week and the week we return from Spring Break. Looking for the next update on 4/8/22. The first week of the 4th quarter was a success, filled with ACT and the
Blog Entry Synopsis EndCongrats to Mrs. Shockley
Congrats to Mrs. Maria Shockley for receiving the US Navy’s Impactful Influencer Award. FHS is so blessed to have Mrs. Shockley supporting our students everyday!
Blog Entry Synopsis EndFHS Parent and Family Update for 3/14/22
Good afternoon, All FCS Schools will be CLOSED Friday March 11th, 2022 Wildcat Family, As of today, we are three-quarters of the way through the school year as students have completed the 3rd Quarter! Teachers will submit 3rd quarter
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Suessical, Jr.
Franklin Junior High is excited to present their first-ever musical! Seussical Jr. the Musical will be performed March 18 and 19, 7 p.m., in the FHS McDade Auditorium. "Oh, the thinks you can think" when Dr. Seuss' best-loved characters collide
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FHS Fire Alarm
At approximately 12:28 pm on Wednesday, March 9, the fire alarm at Franklin High School sounded. The building was immediately evacuated and the Franklin Fire department was dispatched to the building. Building staff accounted for all students and the fire
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FHS Students Place in Annual Art Show
The Miamisburg Art Gallery will hosts its 31st annual student art show March 5 - 26. Participating schools include Carlisle, Franklin, Madison, Miamisburg, Springboro, Valley View, John Lazares Warren County Alternative School, and Waynesville. The opening
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Board Honors Students for Achievemet
The Franklin Board of Education honored three students for achievement at its Feb. 28 Board meeting. Emma Burnett (Hunter) was honored for earning straight As for 10 quarters. Nina Lin (FHS senior) was honored for her ACT scores, which has earned her
Blog Entry Synopsis EndACT Plan B Information
Good afternoon FHS Students, Parents and Families: Due to an issue with the ACT, the ACT test booklets for students that do not receive testing accommodations have not left the warehouse, which means most of our Juniors will NOT be taking the ACT
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Over the weekend, FHS art seniors Rachel O'Bryan and Natalie Reed were accepted into the highly competitive "Tomorrow's Artists Today" Area High School Art Show presented by the Middletown Arts Center. This show features the work of talented high school art
Blog Entry Synopsis EndFHS Parent and Family Updates for the Week of 2/14/22 and 2/21/22
Good afternoon and Happy Friday! The FHS Parent and Family Update linked below covers the weeks of 2/14/22 and 2/21/22. Look for the next update on 2/25/22. We survived our first 5-day week in what seems like a long time. After the uptick
Blog Entry Synopsis EndClass of 2026 Scheduling
Parents/Guardians for the Class of 2026: On Thursday February 10th at 5:30 pm in the FHS Cafeteria, we will host a meeting for the parents/guardians of all incoming 9th graders for the Fall of 2022. This meeting will cover scheduling, graduation
Blog Entry Synopsis EndDATE CHANGE: CCP Info Night now 2/15/22
Good morning, Due to a scheduling conflict, the CCP information night at FHS has been moved to Tuesday February 15th at 6pm. Any student/parent interested in taking a CCP class during the 2022-2023 school year should plan on
Blog Entry Synopsis EndJames Gross
James Gross, senior at FHS, has entered an Instaband Contest. This contest is a midwest battle of the bands for students. The winner receives a recording contract with GrooveU. James is a semifinalist. To move on to the top 5, he needs votes on the video
Blog Entry Synopsis EndKennard Jersey Retirement
Did you miss the retirement of the #10 jersey for Luke Kennard? If you weren't able to make it the game, check out the video below, compliments of Mr. Bob Hogan.
Blog Entry Synopsis EndSplit Bus Route 2/7/22
Good morning, We are having to split bus 18's route this morning. Buses 1, 2 and 6 will be combining the route into theirs this morning. Have a great day, ~Mrs. Fromm
Blog Entry Synopsis EndFHS Parent and Family Update for the Week of 2/7/22
Good afternoon and Happy Friday! We hope everyone is staying staff and warm after our recent winter storm. Below is the link for FHS Parent and Family Update for the Week of 2/7/22: FHS Parent and Family Update for
Blog Entry Synopsis EndBengals!
Franklin Wildcat Families and Staff: With the Cincinnati Bengals headed to their first Super Bowl in more than 30 years, we are joining with several local school districts to declare a “Snow Dey” on Monday, February 14, 2022. The Cincinnati
Blog Entry Synopsis EndLakins Jersey Retirement
Did you happen to catch the retirement of the #1 jersey for Travis Lakins? If you weren't able to make it the game, check out the video below, compliments of Mr. Bob Hogan.
Blog Entry Synopsis EndSplit Bus Route 1/31/22
Good morning, Bus 7 will not be running this morning. HS/JH: Bus 24 will be incorporating bus 7 into its route. Bus 25 will help 24 with its routes. Have a great day, ~Mrs.
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Cheer tryouts 22-23
Are you a student in grades 6-11 interested in trying out for cheerleading? Check out the flyer for information for more information!
Blog Entry Synopsis EndFHS Parent and Family Update for the Week of 1/31/22
Good afternoon, It is hard to believe, but next week marks the halfway point of the 3rd Quarter. Our biggest hurdles right now are attendance and make-up work being completed. We have many students that are absent not completing their
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Transportation Plans
UPDATE: January 25, 2022 Dear Wildcat Families, We know these past two years have brought unexpected challenges and inconveniences for all of us. We appreciate your patience and partnership as we work hard to keep our students safe AND in
Blog Entry Synopsis EndFHS Parent and Family Update for 1/24/22
Good afternoon, After a five day weekend, the students struggled a bit to get back into a routine, but we are finding our way. Our biggest hurdles right now are attendance and make-up work being completed. We have many students that are absent not
Blog Entry Synopsis EndTransportation Update 1/19/22
In addition to buses 1, 7 and 12 not running this morning, bus 18 will be picking up bus 15, and bus 24 will be picking up bus 13. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
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Transportation Adjustments
Dear Wildcat Families, We know these past two years have brought unexpected challenges and inconveniences for all of us. We appreciate your patience and partnership as we work hard to keep our students safe AND in classrooms. Face-to-face learning is a top
Blog Entry Synopsis EndIMPORTANT Transportation Message from Dr. Sander
Good afternoon, Please carefully review the important information related to transportation from Dr. Sander outlined below. A specific message about reporting absences for FHS students is included after Dr. Sander's
Blog Entry Synopsis EndFHS Parent and Family Update for 1/17/22
Good afternoon, We hope everyone is staying warm and healthy on this snowy Monday afternoon. Here is the link for the FHS Parent and Family Weekly Update for the week of 1/17/22. FHS Parent and Family Update for 1/17/22 We look
Blog Entry Synopsis EndNumbers to be retired
Lakins’ and Kennard’s numbers to be retired in separate ceremonies Two Franklin athletes now playing at the professional level will have their jerseys retired at separate ceremonies at home boys basketball games on Jan. 29 and Feb. 1,
Blog Entry Synopsis EndFHS Parent and Family Update for 1/10/22 and FHS Covid-19 Letter for 1/7/22
Good afternoon, We had a great kick-off to 2nd semester! Below are links for the FHS Family and Weekly Update for the Week of 1/10/22 and the FHS Covid-19 Letter for 1/7/22 FHS Parent and Family Update for 1/10/22 FHS Covid-19 Letter
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FJHS Bricks
Are you feeling nostalgic about the demolition of FJHS? Why not pick up a brick to keep as a memento of the old building? They would make great bookends. Starting Wednesday, January 5, 2022, the community can take a small piece of Franklin’s history
Blog Entry Synopsis EndFHS Parent and Family Update for the Week of 1/3/22
Good afternoon and Happy New Year! We hope everyone had a wonderful break, and we are excited to greet students back for the start of the 2nd Semester tomorrow morning. Students will start their day tomorrow in their Advisory so we can
Blog Entry Synopsis EndFHS Parent and Family Update for 3/7/22
Wildcat Family, This coming week marks the end of the 3rd quarter. Please log-in to Progress Book and have intentional conversations with your student(s) about their attendance and academic progress. Thank you to our students who are
Blog Entry Synopsis EndFHS Parent and Family Update for 2/28/22
Good afternoon FHS Parents, Families and Students: After a couple of choppy weeks, we had a relatively “normal” week at FHS. Going into next week, we are down to the last two weeks of the 3rd Quarter. We are still
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