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.
Our National Board Certified Teacher for today is Ms. Courtney Staples. Ms. Staples is our Director of Students Services, with a huge love for exceptional student education. We are honored to have Ms. Staples in our district!
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Ms. Margaret Tillman is serving her second term on the FIS Board of Education. We are extremely grateful for Ms. Tillman's service to the students and families of Frankfort Independent!
#LoveKYSchoolBoards
#LoveKYSchoolBoards
We are still seeing issues with bus routes, parking, and drivability around our schools. The FIS will be closed tomorrow, Jan. 28, 2026, for a traditional snow day. There is no NTI work to complete.
Tag us in your snow day fun using #FISsnowday
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Today's National Board Certified Teacher is Ms. Stephanie Starkey. Ms. Starkey teaches 4th grade math at SSS, is an FHS alumnus, and has been teaching in the FIS for 23 years. We are proud to have Ms. Starkey as an SSS Cub!
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#NBCT
Ms. Sabrina Gordon is in her fourth year as an FIS board member. Ms. Gordon is also a proud FHS alumnus. Thank you, Ms. Gordon, for giving back to your alma mater!
#LoveKYSchoolBoards
#LoveKYSchoolBoards
After riding the roads this evening, the FIS will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27, 2026. This will be NTI Day #5. Please see the graphics below, look at Parent Square, Canvas, and email. Your teachers are available.
Thank you for your understanding.
Stay safe and warm!
Thank you for your understanding.
Stay safe and warm!
January 26 - 30, 2026, is National Board Certified Teacher Week. Each day, we will highlight one of our five NBCTs.
First, we will highlight Mr. Mark Conkle.
Mr. Conkle teaches high school math at Frankfort High School. We are proud to have Mr. Conkle as an FHS Panther!
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Ms. Rebecca Barnes has served the FIS as a board member for over 10 years. During School Board Recognition Month, we thank her for her service to our district.
#LoveKYSchoolBoards
#LoveKYSchoolBoards
Do you or does someone you know want to be a Panther or Cub?
Our tuition application is open for early admission until February 20. If you apply by then, you will receive a decision by February 27.
Orange and blue would look good on you!
#WeAreFrankfort
#PantherPride
Our tuition application is open for early admission until February 20. If you apply by then, you will receive a decision by February 27.
Orange and blue would look good on you!
#WeAreFrankfort
#PantherPride
Out of an abundance of caution, the Frankfort Independent Schools will be closed tomorrow - Monday, January 26, 2026. This will be NTI day #4. Please see the graphics below for information and be on the lookout for messages on Parent Square.
#WeAreFrankfort
#PantherPride
#WeAreFrankfort
#PantherPride
Ms. Jina Greathouse has been an FIS board member for more than 20 years. Last year, she received the Board Member of the Year award from the KSBA. We are so honored to have Ms. Greathouse serving our district!
#LoveKYSchoolBoards
#LoveKYSchoolBoards
Panthers and Cubs -
Illness hit us pretty hard this week, with staff and students. In an effort to ensure everyone has time to recover, we will close Thursday and Friday of this week - January 22 and 23, 2026. We will utilize NTI days 2 and 3 on these two days. Please look for communication from your teachers on Parent Square, Gradient, and email.
Please see the graphics below for more information.
#WeAreFrankfort
#PantherPride
Illness hit us pretty hard this week, with staff and students. In an effort to ensure everyone has time to recover, we will close Thursday and Friday of this week - January 22 and 23, 2026. We will utilize NTI days 2 and 3 on these two days. Please look for communication from your teachers on Parent Square, Gradient, and email.
Please see the graphics below for more information.
#WeAreFrankfort
#PantherPride
Behind every great student, dedicated teacher, and thriving school is a team of leaders working tirelessly behind the scenes. 🍎✨
January is School Board Recognition Month! We want to take a moment to thank our Frankfort Independent Board of Education members for their extraordinary service, leadership, and commitment to our students, staff, families, and community.
These dedicated volunteers spend countless hours in meetings, advocating for our children, and making the tough decisions that keep our district moving forward. Their role involves lots of time, patience, and responsibility - all while managing their personal and professional lives.
We express our sincerest gratitude to our board members - Jina Greathouse, Rebecca Barnes, Sabrina Gordon, Margaret Tillman, and Donna Hecker. Join us in saying "Thank You" to the individuals who help shape the future of our community!
#WeAreFrankfort
#PantherPride
January is School Board Recognition Month! We want to take a moment to thank our Frankfort Independent Board of Education members for their extraordinary service, leadership, and commitment to our students, staff, families, and community.
These dedicated volunteers spend countless hours in meetings, advocating for our children, and making the tough decisions that keep our district moving forward. Their role involves lots of time, patience, and responsibility - all while managing their personal and professional lives.
We express our sincerest gratitude to our board members - Jina Greathouse, Rebecca Barnes, Sabrina Gordon, Margaret Tillman, and Donna Hecker. Join us in saying "Thank You" to the individuals who help shape the future of our community!
#WeAreFrankfort
#PantherPride
As we honor Dr. King's legacy, let us not forget that the fight is still ongoing, today and every day.
#WeAreFrankfort
#PantherPride
#WeAreFrankfort
#PantherPride
Reminder: In observance of the birthday of MLK, Jr., there is NO SCHOOL in the FIS on Monday, January 19, 2026.
There is sickness all around us right now. Over the MLK, Jr. holiday weekend, here are some things you can do to help us keep our students well.
Also - clean those Stanley cups! :)
#WeAreFrankfort #PantherPride
In honor of School Board Recognition Month, we highlight some of the extremely positive financial gains made in the FIS, thanks to Board of Education decisions that will ensure our district's financial health.
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#WeAreFrankfort
#PantherPride
#LoveKYSchoolBoards
#WeAreFrankfort
#PantherPride
The FIS District Newsletter for January 5, 2026, is here. Click on the link below or scan the QR code to access this week's edition.
Welcome back!
January is School Board Recognition Month! A huge thank you to our FIS Board of Education members for their time, service, and dedication to our district.
#WeAreFrankfort
#PantherPride
#WeAreFrankfort
#PantherPride
