Western Hills High School

Please see the attached images for important updates and reminders for our Wolverines! #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS

Happy National School Speech Language Pathologist Appreciation Day! We are thankful for our SLPs and for everything they do. #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS

🚍 Join the Franklin County Schools Team! 🚍 We're hiring Bus Drivers and Monitors! If you're looking for a rewarding job with great benefits, this is the opportunity for you. Why Join Us? -Flexible Schedule -Paid Days Off: Includes holidays, emergency days, and vacation days -Overtime Opportunities -In-House Training: Get your CDL paid for by Franklin County Schools Positions Available: *Bus Drivers: Starting at $20.74/hour *Monitors: Starting at $15/hour Apply now and be a part of our dedicated team! 🚍✨ 📍 Franklin County Schools Bus Driver🔗 https://franklincty.schoolspring.com/?jobid=4978215 Bus Monitor🔗 https://franklincty.schoolspring.com/?jobid=4978216 #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS

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

Mr. Neal from CTC sent us this stunning photo of a rainbow arching gracefully over WHHS. It's a simple reminder of the beauty we can find everyday in our town. We are grateful to Mr. Neal for capturing and sharing this moment with us. #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

Our BMS and WHHS families suffered a tremendous loss last week. BMS will be holding a memorial to remember Rylan and Bently Fields, who were loved by many. Date: Tomorrow, Wednesday, May 7th Time: 5:30 - 7:00 PM Location: Bondurant Gym All are welcome #OneTeamFCS

Stella Pepe: A Global Leader Making Waves at Western Hills 🌟♒🐺📍 Western Hills High School is home to many talented students, but Stella Pepe stands out as a shining example of leadership, dedication, and excellence. Originally from Italy, Stella joined Western Hills as a foreign exchange student through the EF Exchange Year program, bringing her passion for learning and community engagement to the heart of Kentucky. In March, Stella showcased her expertise and confidence by securing 1st place in the Capital City Aquaculture Public Speaking Event—a remarkable achievement that highlights her ability to communicate complex ideas with clarity and conviction. Her success in this competition is a testament to her hard work, adaptability, and commitment to making an impact in her new environment. Beyond her academic and extracurricular achievements, Stella has also demonstrated her deep appreciation for the educators who have supported her journey. During Teacher Appreciation Week, she nominated JR Zinner, a dedicated teacher at Western Hills, for recognition. Thanks to her heartfelt nomination, Mr. Zinner was showcased on the EF Exchange website, further emphasizing the meaningful connections exchange students build with their mentors and communities. Stella’s journey is a powerful reminder of the value of cultural exchange and the incredible contributions international students bring to their host schools. Her leadership, academic excellence, and appreciation for those around her make her an inspiration to students and educators alike. As she prepares to graduate, Stella leaves behind a legacy of perseverance, gratitude, and global citizenship—qualities that will undoubtedly propel her toward even greater success in the future. Congratulations, Stella! FCS is proud to have you as part of our community. 🎉 See the original post here: https://www.facebook.com/efexchangeyear #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

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

🎉 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

We just wanted to take a moment to give a HUGE thank you to our incredible maintenance grounds team! Doesn't our WHHS look gorgeous in its green surroundings? We couldn't be more grateful for our maintenance team. #fcsyes | #oneteamfcs

WHHS Art Club designed and painted a BeeHive for the Kentucky Fish and Wildlife, which was auctioned for $200 to the Capital City Beekeepers Association. Congrats to: Adrian Bennet, Kloe Bowles, Jayla Byrd, and Jay Goodlett! #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!

The WHHS Sources of Strength Club is hosting a walk on May 17th to help our local community recognize their strengths & to raise mental health awareness. Come learn about our local mental health organizations while enjoying yummy snacks from local vendors, activities & crafts for the whole family, and walk alongside your community to help celebrate your strengths. The event will be at the WHHS track & will begin at 10 AM with the walk beginning at 11. First 50 people get a FREE Chick-fil-a biscuit! #FCSYes | #OneTeamFCS