Westridge Elementary School

JOIN OUR TEAM! 🌟🌟 We have an immediate opening for a Payroll Clerk at our Central Office Location! See the job posting here: https://franklincty.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5143003 For questions, reach out to our CFO, Teresa.Osbourn@franklin.kyschools.us. #OneTeamFCS

Franklin County Schools annually informs families of their right to refuse Medicaid billing. View the letter at this link. https://5il.co/35wmd For questions regarding the letter, please contact Kyle.Sexton@franklin.kyschools.us. #OneTeamFCS

Franklin County Schools '❤️ Our People For the eighth time in the past nine years, and the second year in a row, FCS employees will be receiving a 4% pay increase. Our Superintendent and Board members have worked tirelessly to elevate Franklin County Schools from 90th to 26th in the state for teacher pay. This 4% pay increase for all employees is in addition to the approximate 1% step increase, supplementing the 4% raise from 2024 and the 2% raises provided in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, & 2023. A special thank you to our board for their unwavering support and dedication. #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS

Dear Franklin County Families, We want to make you aware of a concerning social media trend that encourages students to intentionally damage their school-issued Chromebooks by attempting to short out the charging ports. In some cases across the country this trend has led to injury and even caused electrical and fire damage to homes. Please take a moment to speak with your child about the serious dangers of participating in these types of online trends. Their safety—and the safety of our students, staff, and families—is our number one priority. Thank you for your continued support in helping us keep our school community safe. #OneTeamFCS

As we prepare for the upcoming summer, we are excited to offer our Summer Feeding Program again this year to ensure our students have access to nutritious meals even when school is not in session. Summer Feeding Sign-Up Form: bit.ly/fcsletseat #FCSYes // #OneTeamFCS

Registering Made Easy with Franklin County Schools! 🌐📚🏘️ Franklin County Schools uses Online Registration (OLR) to make enrolling your child each year simple and convenient. 🔗 Get started here: bit.ly/FCSolr #FCSYes // #OneTeamFCS

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! #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS

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! #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS

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/ #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS

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. #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS We hope to see you there!

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. #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS

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 #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS

Franklin Countians! 🌸 Spring Screening Dates Are Here! 🌸 When? May 9th and May 20th @ Early Learning Village. We're excited to announce our upcoming spring screening dates! After the screening, we'll let families know if their child qualifies for interventions in any areas. How to Schedule: You can easily schedule an appointment using this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfiw9G76A5xWHJBZbnnNflU2ekZNuODNWvJXR-hRMreUjyZQA/viewform Who Should Attend? If you're a parent or guardian of a 3 or 4-year-old child who might be at risk for educational challenges, we encourage you to schedule a screening using the form above. Questions? Feel free to reach out to Stephanie Emberton at stephanie.emberton@franklin.kyschools.us or call 502-695-6700. We're here to help! #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS

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! #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS

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! #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS

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. #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS

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. #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS

🌟 GT Reading Workshop 🌟 Today, 4th and 5th graders from across the district participated in an exciting workshop at Hearn Elementary. They had the amazing opportunity to join a virtual call with author Liesl Shurtliff and discuss her book series, The Time Castaways. 📚✨ A huge thank you to Hearn Elementary for hosting and to Ms. Rash and Ms. Osborne for coordinating this fantastic event! Picture Credit: Ms. Cassandra Adams, Director of Federal Programs #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS