Early Learning Village

🍂🎉 Fall Festivals 2025 – You're Invited! 🎉🍂 Franklin County Schools are celebrating the season with a lineup of festive, family-friendly events across our campuses! From pumpkins to cozy vibes, each celebration is a chance to connect, laugh, and make memories together.

📅 Mark your calendars:

Oct 16: Hearn @ Happy Jacks | 5–7 PM

Oct 17: Westridge | 6–8 PM

Oct 23: Bridgeport | 6–8 PM & Peaks Mill @ Happy Jacks | 5–7 PM

Oct 24: Elkhorn Elementary | 5:30–7 PM & ELV until 7 PM

Nov 8: Collins Lane | 3:30–5:30 PM

📍 Unless otherwise noted, each event will take place at the host school.

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🍂 Fall Break just got a whole lot more exciting!

Paul Sawyier Public Library is rolling out a week full of activities for all ages: crafts, games, stories, and more.

Check out the full lineup here: https://5il.co/3qloi

Reminder: Fall Break is next week, October 6th through the 10th.

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Join the Franklin County Schools Team! We’re hiring—and you could be just the person we’re looking for!

We currently have openings for certified teachers and several classified roles. Whether you're an educator or support staff, there's a place for you here.

Looking for a job that aligns with the school calendar? You’ve found it. Explore opportunities with Franklin County Schools today!

See our openings here: https://franklincty.schoolspring.com/

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Before our morning and afternoon routes, our bus drivers conduct a safety check on their buses to ensure they meet all safety standards. This is just one of the many important tasks they undertake each day. Thank you, bus drivers! #Courage | #OneTeamFCS

This week is ALL IN FOR AG EDUCATION in the state of Kentucky!

We will be highlighting our schools and how they celebrate agriculture in unique ways throughout the district!

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Our Student Support Services team is excited to report that every school in our district saw attendance growth this August compared to August 2024.

We are incredibly proud of the hard work of our students, staff, and families!

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Attention FCS Community: Our phone lines are currently experiencing an outage. We’re actively working with our vendor to resolve the issue and will share updates as soon as more information becomes available.

Thank you for your patience and understanding!

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🎉 176,674 Summer Meals Served! 🍽️ This summer, our incredible Food Service team delivered 176,674 meals to students across Franklin County. That’s not just a number—it’s a testament to care, commitment, and community. 💚💙 To every staff member who showed up with a smile, every volunteer who lent a hand, and every family who trusted us to nourish their children—thank you. You made this summer brighter, one meal at a time. #COURAGE | #OneTeamFCS

Community,

Please take note. Our bus drivers are doing test runs today and tomorrow. This helps them prepare for the first day of school which is Wednesday, August 13th, 2025.

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🎒✏️ A Big Thank You to the Kentucky State Police! We are so grateful for the generous school supply donation from KSP, helping ensure our students have the tools they need to start the year strong. Pictured: Tiffany Neu, delivering supplies on behalf of KSP and Superintendent Mark Kopp. Community partnerships like these make all the difference — thank you, KSP, for supporting our kids and classrooms! 💙

🌟 Meet Our New Team Members! 🌟

Please join us in welcoming Shandra Kendrick, our new Preschool Aide at the Early Learning Village! 🏫✨

Shandra’s passion for education shines through her “why”:

"I love the joy of being able to watch students get excited when they learn something new and help build their confidence. My goal is to support the teachers and help young minds grow and learn in a safe and nurturing environment."

We’re so excited to have her on board as we continue building a strong, supportive learning community. 💙📚

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Dear Franklin County Families,

Franklin County Schools is proud to offer the Safe School Helpline, a confidential and free service available 24/7 to support our students with any urgent concerns they may have. This resource helps us protect and care for our school community, and we’re grateful to be able to provide it.

You can reach the Safe School Helpline in the following ways:
🌐 Website: safeschoolhelpline.com
📲 Text: 614-426-0240 — then type TIPS
📳 Call: 800-418-6423, Extension 359

Thank you for helping us keep our schools safe and supportive for all.

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Over 20,000 feet of cable installed—and counting!
That’s how far our commitment to safety and connectivity goes! 💪

Thanks to the incredible work of our tech team, Franklin County Schools is better connected and more secure than ever. Every foot of cable supports our mission to provide safe, modern learning environments for all students.

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✨ The only thing that shines brighter than our floors is our custodians! ✨

We’re sending a huge THANK YOU to our incredible custodial team for keeping our schools spotless, safe, and welcoming every single day. Your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed, and we appreciate everything you do to support our students and staff! 🧹

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🍽️ WE ARE HIRING – COOKS WANTED!

Franklin County Schools is looking for dedicated team members to join our food service staff!

💵 Starting at $15/hour
👨‍🍳 Make a difference in students' lives every day
📍 Apply now and become part of a supportive, mission-driven team!
https://franklincty.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5243821

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📣 Meet Our New Team Members!

Please join us in welcoming Madalynn Decot, our new Preschool Teacher at the Early Learning Village! 🌟

Madalynn’s passion for education shines through in her “why”:

"I love seeing that 'ah-ha' moment when something clicks. My goal is to help kids feel confident, capable, and excited about learning—not just in school, but for life. I strive to create a classroom where every child feels safe, supported, and inspired to be their best."

We’re thrilled to have her on board and can’t wait to see the impact she’ll make in our classrooms. 💙🍎

📌 Stay tuned as we continue to introduce more amazing members of our team!

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Our administrators from the district gathered today for an annual review training session. The training was conducted by our dedicated Human Resources department. We are excited for the 2025-2026 school year! #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS

🎒 Back to School is Around the Corner!

It’s hard to believe we’re already in July—August will be here before we know it, and we can’t wait to welcome our students and staff back into our hallways!

We’re excited to bring back our annual Back to School Hub (B2S Hub)—your one-stop shop for everything you need to get ready for the new school year. From school supply lists to back-to-school events and other important updates, it’s all in one place.

👉 Check it out here:
https://sites.google.com/franklin.kyschools.us/fcsweallsucceed/home

Let’s get ready for a great year together!

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