The FIS District Newsletter for March 2, 2026, is HERE. Scan the QR code or click on the link below to access this week's edition.
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Want to be a Bengal? Join their off season workouts. Details in the graphic below.
At last night's board meeting, the FIS board amended the 25-26 district calendar to account for our two traditional snow days. The approved changes are as follows:
March 23 and 24, 2026: Staff ONLY professional days (no students)
March 25 - 27, 2026: PEP (sign-ups coming soon)
March 30 - April 3, 2026: EXCEL (invites coming soon)
April 6 - April 10, 2026: Spring Break
If you have any questions, please reach out to your school. Thank you.
#WeAreFrankfort
March 23 and 24, 2026: Staff ONLY professional days (no students)
March 25 - 27, 2026: PEP (sign-ups coming soon)
March 30 - April 3, 2026: EXCEL (invites coming soon)
April 6 - April 10, 2026: Spring Break
If you have any questions, please reach out to your school. Thank you.
#WeAreFrankfort
Welcome back, Panthers and Cubs!
We are so excited to see everyone back tomorrow. We hope that you were able to avoid the sickness, and if not, that you are on the mend and able to be with us at school tomorrow.
Our custodial, maintenance, and transportation staff have been busy making sure our buildings are clean and sanitized. They have done the following in all classrooms, all common areas, and all buses:
Sanitized and wiped down all desks, chairs, tables, and often used surfaces
Swept, mopped, and sanitized all floors
Sanitized and cleaned all doorknobs, railings in stairwells, and other commonly touched surfaces
Sanitized wiped down and cleaned all buses - including handrails, seats, windows, etc.
These steps have been taken multiple times during the time we've been out of school, and will continue to be done throughout the school year.
Again, we can't wait to see you tomorrow!
GO PANTHERS!
We are so excited to see everyone back tomorrow. We hope that you were able to avoid the sickness, and if not, that you are on the mend and able to be with us at school tomorrow.
Our custodial, maintenance, and transportation staff have been busy making sure our buildings are clean and sanitized. They have done the following in all classrooms, all common areas, and all buses:
Sanitized and wiped down all desks, chairs, tables, and often used surfaces
Swept, mopped, and sanitized all floors
Sanitized and cleaned all doorknobs, railings in stairwells, and other commonly touched surfaces
Sanitized wiped down and cleaned all buses - including handrails, seats, windows, etc.
These steps have been taken multiple times during the time we've been out of school, and will continue to be done throughout the school year.
Again, we can't wait to see you tomorrow!
GO PANTHERS!
Congratulations to our Governor's School for the Arts finalists, Katherine Jenkins and Jackson Marshall!
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#WeAreFrankfort
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Congrats to FHS senior, Addison Baker! Addison was honored by the Kentucky World Language Association with the Amici Liguarum K-12 Student Award.
Read the article in Kentucky Teacher, here: https://www.kentuckyteacher.org/features/2026/02/frankfort-high-school-student-honored-by-kentucky-world-language-association/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
See below for an opportunity for our youth during the spring season!
The number of illnesses we have encountered this winter has been overwhelming. Our attendance has suffered severely, in both students and staff. As always, our top priority is the health and safety of our students.
To (again) combat illnesses, the FIS will be closed Wednesday, February 18, through Friday, February 20, 2026. These three days will serve as NTI days #6, #7, and #8. Please see the attached graphics for information. Your teachers will also be in contact via Parent Square and email.
A few things you can do to help:
*Wash jackets, coats, hats, and gloves.
*Wash backpacks.
Per the CDC (https://www.cdc.gov/flu/prevention/index.html):
*Avoid contact with people who are sick.
*If you are sick, limit contact with others as much as possible.
*Clean frequently touched surfaces.
*Cover coughs and sneezes.
*Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. Germs spread this way.
*Wash hands often with warm water and soap.
During this time, we will be deep cleaning and disinfecting all of our learning spaces.
Please, please stay safe and healthy!
To (again) combat illnesses, the FIS will be closed Wednesday, February 18, through Friday, February 20, 2026. These three days will serve as NTI days #6, #7, and #8. Please see the attached graphics for information. Your teachers will also be in contact via Parent Square and email.
A few things you can do to help:
*Wash jackets, coats, hats, and gloves.
*Wash backpacks.
Per the CDC (https://www.cdc.gov/flu/prevention/index.html):
*Avoid contact with people who are sick.
*If you are sick, limit contact with others as much as possible.
*Clean frequently touched surfaces.
*Cover coughs and sneezes.
*Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. Germs spread this way.
*Wash hands often with warm water and soap.
During this time, we will be deep cleaning and disinfecting all of our learning spaces.
Please, please stay safe and healthy!
Want to join the Panther or Cub family? Our tuition application is open for early admission for the 26-27 school year. Apply by February 20, 2026, and receive an admission decision by February 27, 2026.
Orange and blue would look good on you!
Orange and blue would look good on you!
A huge thank you to our FRYSC director, Ms. Sunny Hardin. We are honored to have you in the FIS!
To increase visibility, the Frankfort Independent Schools will operate on a one-hour delay on Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Buses will operate one hour later than normal, and doors will open one hour later than normal.
See you soon!
The YMCA would like to try to offer childcare during the weeks of March 23 through April 10, 2026. Those weeks are as follows:
March 23 - 27, 2026 - EXCEL
March 30 - April 3, 2026 - PEP
April 6 - 10, 2026 - Spring Break
If you need childcare during any of those weeks, please fill out the Google Form linked below to let us know. Childcare is open to any student 5 years of age (already in kindergarten) through 12 years of age.
The cost structure is as follows:
All-day - $160 per week
After care - $65 per week
https://forms.gle/heXadznX51AFdZdSA
The survey will remain open until February 20, 2026.
This week is National School Counseling Week. This week, we say 'thank you' to Ms. Young, Ms. Denton, and Ms. Proffitt. We appreciate all that you do!
#WeAreFrankfort
##PantherPride
It is basketball homecoming week in Frankfort Independent.
AND...
Tomorrow is our 100th day of learning in the FIS!
Let's celebrate as ONE district!
#ONEdistrict
#WeAreFrankfort
#PantherPride
AND...
Tomorrow is our 100th day of learning in the FIS!
Let's celebrate as ONE district!
#ONEdistrict
#WeAreFrankfort
#PantherPride
Our final NBCT is Ms. Amy Dungan. Ms. Dungan has served in the district for 18 years and is our Director of Athletics and Extended Learning. Ms. Dungan is also an FHS alumna. We are grateful for her service to the district.
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A huge thank you to our FIS board members for their dedication and service!
#LoveKYSchoolBoards
#WeAreFrankfort
#PantherPride
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#LoveKYSchoolBoards
#WeAreFrankfort
#PantherPride
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Friday, January 30, 2026, the Frankfort Independent Schools will operate on a one-hour delay. We look forward to seeing you all tomorrow!
#WeAreFrankfort
#PantherPride
#WeAreFrankfort
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Today's National Board Certified Teacher is Ms. Erin Peach. Ms. Peach has been teaching for 23 years, 22 of those years are as an SSS Cub!
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Ms. Donna Hecker is in her fourth year as an FIS board of education member. Thank you, Ms. Hecker, for your service and dedication to our district!
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#LoveKYSchoolBoards
To allow the sun to rise, the FIS will operate on a one hour delay, tomorrow, Thursday, January 29, 2026.
Bus routes will run an hour later than normal. Doors will open an hour later then normal.
Thank you.