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FSD students didn’t just edge out the state TCAP averages. They blew past them with double-digit outperformance in every subject and every tested grade level.
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The Franklin Special District is excited to announce a unified leadership model for its PreK – 8 Poplar Grove School campus. The appointment of Dr. Alisha Erickson, current principal of Poplar Grove Elementary, as principal of both schools ensures a consistent and connected experience for students and families.
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Franklin Special District’s Food & Culinary Services invites all children and teens 18 years and younger to enjoy free breakfast and lunch all summer long. Thanks to a partnership with the USDA, we are proud to support our families when school is out.
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Meet Franklin Special District’s 2025–2026 Model Classroom Teachers—recognized for excellence in instruction, leadership, and peer collaboration.
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Freedom Middle School teacher Allison Wright is a Tennessee finalist for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST)—one of the nation’s highest honors for STEM educators. Known for her innovative lessons and passion for inspiring young minds, Ms. Wright represents excellence in education.
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Two Franklin Special District schools are benefitting from a grant program sponsored by the Tennessee Valley Authority, enabling each school to purchase materials, and resources that enhance the development of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education projects with their students.
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Solution Tree, a renowned educational professional learning company, has designated Poplar Grove Elementary as a 2025 Model Professional Learning Communities at Work® School – one of only four schools in Tennessee this year – for its successful implementation of the PLC at Work® process.
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Are you ready to plan for your child's summer adventures? Be sure to include the Franklin Special District's Young Scholars Institute! YSI offers two weeks of challenging, exploratory classes that are designed for independent and highly motivated learners.
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Franklin Special District (FSD) is pleased to welcome two new supervisors to its leadership team. They will replace valued district leaders who will retire later this month. Stacey Robertson and Joey Chilton bring extensive experience, dedication, and proven leadership to their respective roles, ensuring a seamless transition and continued excellence in service to FSD students, staff, and families.