Elkhorn Middle School

The 2025 state testing results are in—and they reflect the COURAGE, commitment, and excellence of our entire FCS community. From our youngest learners to our graduating seniors, the data tells a powerful story: We’re rising together.

🌟 Five schools earned GREEN overall ratings: Westridge • Collins Lane • Peaks Mill • Franklin County High • Western Hills High 👏 Let’s celebrate these incredible teams!

📊 District-wide highlights:
✅ High Schools: Blue & Green across nearly every category—including Reading/Math, Graduation Rate, and Postsecondary Readiness
✅ Middle Schools: Elkhorn earned Blue & Green in every area; Bondurant showed growth in key indicators
✅ Elementary Schools: Consistent Green ratings across all categories, with 100% of student subgroups improving or maintaining in academics and climate

📈 Performance gains worth cheering:
🔹 11% more high school students reached proficiency in reading and math
🔹 7% more elementary students were proficient in math 🔹 4% more elementary students were proficient in reading 🔹 100% of middle and elementary subgroups improved in school climate and safety survey responses
🔹 100% graduation rate for African American and EL students over five years
🔹 Overall high school graduation rate: 96.2% (4-year) and 97.6% (5-year)

💬 Leadership reflections:
🗣️ “We couldn’t be more proud of our staff and students for these incredible results. The hard work and dedication they show each and every day is validated in the scores.” — Superintendent Mark Kopp
🫶 “We hold deep affection for our dedicated team and we are so proud of their growth. Way to go, FCS!” — Kimberly Young, Director of Assessment

💚 This isn’t just about numbers, it’s about heart. Every star, every rating, every gain reflects the love, effort, and unity of our students, families, teachers, support staff, and community partners.

Let’s keep growing. Let’s keep shining.

FCS: Where Every Student Succeeds!

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Thanks to 1st Presbyterian Church of Frankfort and JC Penney for selecting Elkhorn Middle School for their cloth a child program contribution. EMS YSC, Lexi Brough, was able to select students who would benefit from this opportunity and today JC Penney opened its doors early so these students could have a personal and confidential shopping experience. Thanks to the community for collaborating, together we can ensure no child has an unmet need! Way to go Frankfort!

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November is Youth Homeless Awareness Month, a reminder that many students face housing challenges that aren’t always visible. In Franklin County Schools, we support between 150–200 students each year who qualify for help under the McKinney-Vento Act. This law is designed to make sure students can stay in school, stay connected, and get the support they need—whether they’re sharing housing, staying in a motel or shelter, or don’t have a stable place to sleep. If you or a friend needs help, you can talk to your school’s FRYSC coordinator or the district Homeless Liaison, Cassandra Adams. Support is confidential and judgment-free..

If you'd like to help support our efforts, here is the link from the QR code that is on flyer: https://bgcf.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=11527

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Due to a power outage affecting our Board Office, our main phone line is currently unavailable. If you need assistance, please leave a voicemail and we will return your call as soon as possible. You may also contact our staff via email for support.

We appreciate your understanding and patience during this time.

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Please help us celebrate our October Student Champion of the Month, Elkhorn Middle School's JJ Leach!

JJ is a shining example of what it means to lead with purpose and compassion. As a peer leader at EMS, JJ consistently goes above and beyond—volunteering for roles, stepping up when others step back, and treating everyone with respect and kindness. He serves as a role model for his peers and leads with pride as a key member of Sources of Strength. JJ doesn’t just show up, he makes a difference every single day. We’re so proud to celebrate his impact!

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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! 💙

What’s better than winning a state championship? Winning two in a row.
That’s exactly what our Elks accomplished—Back-to-Back State Football Champions!

And this week, the moment got even sweeter: the championship rings have arrived! 🏆💍

Congratulations once again to EMS for this incredible achievement. We couldn’t be prouder!

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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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