FHSD District Digest | September 5, 2023

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Welcome back! As we embark on this exciting journey into a new school year, we're thrilled to have you all with us, ready to learn, grow, and create lasting memories together. It's hard to believe how quickly the first two weeks of school have passed. Fun and learning is taking place in and outside the classrooms and we have captured a lot of great moments on camera. Click here to see photos from the first day of school.

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Francis Howell School District comes together to support bus drivers

The FHSD community rallied behind our dedicated bus drivers who endured a challenging first week back on the job amidst an historic heatwave.

Calling all grandparents! Don't miss your Senior Prom

Join us for a free and fun event! The FHSD Senior Citizens Prom will take place on Saturday, September 30. The District is excited to invite all residents age 55+ to dance the afternoon away to popular tunes from the 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond as they relive their high school days at their very own Senior Prom.

Surprise donation helps Francis Howell schools tackle student lunch debt

Friday, August 25, the Francis Howell School District Board of Education held a special meeting to accept a $21,000 donation.

Report: Francis Howell high schools named among Missouri’s best

All three comprehensive high schools in the Francis Howell School District ranked high on the list of 2023-2024 best high schools just released by U.S News & World.

Bryan Middle School teacher embarks on unforgettable learning journey in the Arctic

Rhonda O'Keefe spent her summer on a transformative professional development journey.

A season of nostalgia is ahead for alumni of Francis Howell North High School

With an anticipated grand opening of the the Francis Howell North building in the Fall of 2024, the North community is calling alumni Knights to help celebrate the past and build the future.

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Now Hiring for 2023-24 School Year

We have a number of openings for bus drivers, substitute bus drivers, substitute teachers, custodians, and paraprofessionals to support our schools. View the list of open positions here.

The transportation team has been working really hard the first couple of weeks of school to implement many changes. The team has received a significant number of requests for routes to be reviewed and continues to work through those. Thank you for your patience, flexibility, and understanding. Please remember that FHSD buses will not travel into cul-de-sacs or other areas where they cannot safely maneuver. As shared last year, students who reside in these areas need to board the bus at the assigned bus stop regardless of distance, age or grade. An exception to this may be a bus that is transporting students with disabilities. Thank you for supporting our goal to be good stewards of taxpayer dollars by becoming more efficient in our transportation operations.

Join your FHSD college and career counseling team and Alex Miller, Program Director at the Missouri Scholarship & Loan Foundation, for a simple, straightforward presentation that won't lose you in jargon! Learn more.

If your child qualifies for free or reduced-price meals, they can still receive them, but you must take action to make it happen! Not sure if you qualify? A family of 4 with a household income under $55,500 is eligible. Learn more.

Senate Bill 603 (2018) and House Bill 1606 (2018) created requirements for local school districts related to virtual education and access to these courses. The Francis Howell School District has developed a system in order to be in compliance with these laws. Learn more.

Plan ahead. The academic calendars for the 2023-24 and 2024-25 school years are on the website now. You can also access this year's bell schedule here.

Emily Farris and Melina Karavousano, both 2022 graduates of Francis Howell High School, have recently earned the Girl Scout Gold Award. These young change-makers demonstrated extraordinary leadership through measurable and sustainable community service projects.

Emily Farris partnered with The Awaken Process to raise awareness on drug prevention.

Melina Karavousano assisted the Boys and Girls Club of O’Fallon in installing new play structures.

Francis Howell School District Director of Facilities and Operations Salum Stutzer provided an update on the Francis Howell North construction project at the August 17 Board of Education Meeting .

With an average of 150 trades workers daily, construction is in full swing. The new school drive is open, and work on the north end and grandstand is underway, with bleachers arriving soon.

Music areas have drywall installed, with painters up next.

The campus buzzes with anticipation as Fall 2024 approaches.

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Together, we are #OneHowell. We invite you to use the #OneHowell hashtag all year long as you post about our students, teachers, staff, families and all the everyday moments that make FHSD a wonderful place to be.

Francis Howell School District hosted another incredible Transition Day! Incoming 6th and 9th graders got a sneak peek – exploring halls, meeting teachers and mastering lockers. Click here to see photos.

The FHN Knight Pride Band, cheerleaders, and the Knight Line Dance team brought the house down with their incredible school spirit. See news coverage.

With great enthusiasm, the District extends a warm welcome to over 150 new educators! The District is excited they are bringing their expertise and passion to the FHSD community.

Spartan pride was at its peak this week! Did you catch the live broadcast by KSDK NewsChannel 5 from Francis Howell Central High School? The students really brought their energy to the early morning newscasts. See photos and news coverage.

Every year DESE announces the Missouri Teacher of the Year. This year, Francis Howell Middle School's Olivia Howard made it to the semi-finalist round; this group includes the top 17 teachers in the state. Congratulations on this incredible accomplishment Mrs. Howard!