Keeping Up With The Students

7.2.09 - Michael Kearney, Franklinton High School Digital Media teacher, spent two days this week training FCS CTE staff and Technology staff how to produce videos using editing software. Mr. Kearney challenged participants to live up to the high standards many of his students have set. Those participating manufactured some creative videos that produced quite a few laughs. At left, a student video is viewed.

Technology Tidbits

6.29.09 - Children taking part in one of multiple FCS technology camps are getting hands-on experience with a variety of different technologies. In addition to learning more about useful desktop programs, students will gain experience with video editing, picture editing and Geocaching. The students were led by FCS technology facilitators Lesley Coe and Betsy Bryan. The four-day event concludes this Thursday. Click here to view pictures and work from the event.

FCS Substitute Teacher Training

6.26.09 - A combination of seventeen FCS level II volunteers and substitute teachers received valuable substitute teacher training this week. The event was organized by Dr. Elizabeth Keith (Director of Secondary Education) and Linda Frederickson (Director of Elementary Education and Title I). Participants learned more about district policies, school procedures and effective classroom practices. Click here for a group picture.

Is Your Child Registered for Kindergarten?

6.25.09 - If you child turns 5 on or before August 31st, then he or she is ready to enter kindergarten. If you have not already registered your child, please call the elementary school in your district to receive information on how to sign up. Not sure what district your child should attend? Locate your child's school by clicking here.

Learning Continues In The Summer

6.25.09 - Students who signed up for a summer learning camp at Our Lady of the Rosary Church in Louisburg are getting lengthy enrichment this summer. Members of the FCS International Center and other volunteers are helping students in grades K-6 improve their academic skills. Focus areas range from English proficiency to math. This program takes place once a week for three hours for seven weeks throughout the summer.

Camp Invention at Long Mill, Royal

6.24.09 - Long Mill Elementary School will host Camp Invention for students in grades 1-6. The camp will take place July 20-24 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day. The same camp will also be offered at Royal from July 13-17. The science-based event includes problem solving, physics activities and inventing. Base price is $215. Register before June 24th to receive a $20 discount. For more information, click here or contact Long Mill Camp Director Lisa Fischer at 554-0667 or Royal Camp Director Beth Denton at 853-2347.

FCS Testing Results

6.23.09 - The 2008-2009 school year marked another period of overall improvement in testing for Franklin County Schools. Click on the corresponding link below to view the chart of your interest.

EOG Math  |  EOG Reading  |  EOC Results  |  Writing Results

Long Mill in The Hunt for $10,000

6.22.09 - Long Mill Elementary is among 30 finalists in a national video contest. The event, sponsored by Big Lots Department store, will allocate $80,000 among the winners. Top prize is $10K, with three prizes of $5K, and 22 prizes of $2,500. Winners are determined through a voting process. You can vote by clicking here. You can vote up to three times a day with the same email address through July 12th. To view the video from and FCS computer, click here. You can view the video through a computer outside the FCS network by clicking here.

Destiny Bus Visits LHS

6.19.09 - Louisburg High School teachers got a first-hand experience with the Destiny Bus this week. The Morehead Planetarium (UNC) mobile science lab allowed teachers the opportunity to conduct a few science experiments which they will be able to bring information about into the classroom this coming fall. For more information on Destiny, click here.

Hard at Work

6.19.09 - Middle School teachers throughout the county didn't take much downtime before preparing for the 2009-2010 school year. Teachers from a variety of subjects worked together on the Riverside Campus to prepare curriculum pacing guides to help ensure a smooth upcoming academic school year.

Dedicated To QTL

6.18.09 - School hasn't even been out a week and many FCS teacher's are already preparing for the next school year. A classroom full of dedicated teachers took part in the Quality Teaching and Learning program in hopes of improving classroom instruction this week. The QTL program is an engaging approach to teaching that increases student achievement through a variety of different methods. Members of the FCS Technology Department provided instruction for those who attended the week-long event.