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The image appears to depict two individuals, one with glasses and the other without, engaged in what seems to be a conversation or interaction. The background is blurred, suggesting the focus is on the individuals in the foreground. — School Finance Roundtable
Learn how school funding works and how tax dollars support Francis Howell schools. Join Superintendent Mark Delaney and Deputy Superintendent Dr. Amy St. John for a clear look at district finances, upcoming challenges, and possible revenue changes.

Learn how school funding works

Family Learning Series
Join us on February 25 at 6:30 PM for a free virtual session with JuJuane Easter-Hutchins, LPC. Learn how schools and families can work together to support student wellbeing, strengthen school safety, and build a welcoming culture where every student belongs.

Learn More and register for this Family Series event

A classroom setting with desks, chairs, and various educational materials scattered throughout the room, along with a whiteboard and other wall decorations. — FHSD APR Results
The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education released the 2025 Annual Performance Report (APR). Francis Howell School District students met or exceeded state expectations across multiple academic areas, with steady growth in performance and continuous improvement.

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The image shows a group of people, including a man and a woman, posing together in what appears to be a workplace or office setting, with various items and equipment visible in the background. — Kid Chefs Wanted!
The Francis Howell School District is gearing up for its third annual Future Chefs National Challenge, sponsored by Sodexo. These young chefs will showcase their culinary talents at Francis Howell High School on **Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2026.**

Read more about the Future Chefs competition in the News Room

FHSD High Schools Among Missouri’s Best
All three comprehensive high schools in the Francis Howell School District ranked in the top 5% of Missouri public high schools in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025-2026 Best High Schools list.

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Join the Transportation Team
**Paid Training. Great Benefits.**

We’re hiring bus drivers and monitors. Get paid CDL training, competitive pay, and benefits for 25+ hour positions, including medical, dental, paid holidays, and a public school pension. Start a rewarding role that supports your community every day!

View Open Transportation Positions

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**Join Our Team of Dedicated Teachers and Support Staff**
FHSD is one of the largest employers in the region with 23 school campuses, more than 16,000 students and 2,200 employees. We’re offering competitive wages for custodians, paraprofessionals, bus drivers, support staff, teachers and administrators.

View the District's Open Positions

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Welcome to FHSD!

Long regarded as one of the best school districts in the state, the Francis Howell School District is fortunate to have engaged parents, committed staff and talented students who will someday change the world.

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The School district is amazing - we intentionally moved into the district 10 years ago and have continued to be amazed with the curriculum, faculty, and continued support to drive excellence in the education of our students. Having children in all three levels of education in Francis Howell, we see the continuity and superior education offered to all students.

Sam R.

District Homepage Testimonial 2

The District provides a great education and values diverse thought. My children are well supported in all areas of child development, academically and beyond. I think the district has done a tremendous job in listening to both sides of all issues and coming up with reasonable compromised decisions.

Michael T.

District Homepage Testimonial 1

The district does a great job loving our kids and challenging them in their learning in the ways and levels that they need. I wholeheartedly love and appreciate that my child’s teachers worked to bring my son’s reading fluency up to grade level before it hindered his learning or became a belonging or social issue.

Susan M.

News & Events

FHSD celebrates teacher and support staff of the year winners

The Francis Howell School District (FHSD) is excited to announce the winners of the Teacher of the Year and Support Staff Employee of the Year awards for each of our 23 schools and 4 administrative facilities.

Academics
New HIres

Dr. Jeff Blankenship named Francis Howell Central High School principal

The Francis Howell School District has named Dr. Jeffrey Blankenship principal of Francis Howell Central High School, effective the 2026-27 school year

Board of Education

Six candidates file for 2026 Board of Education election

Board candidates for the April 8, 2025 school board election are listed in the order they will appear on the ballot. Bios are unedited and appear exactly as submitted by each candidate.

Events

FHSD’s Inspire team to host online family learning session

The Francis Howell School District Inspire Team will host an event for families as part of the District’s Family Learning Series.

Safety
Staff Achievements

Francis Howell teacher performs Heimlich, saves student’s life

A fourth-grade teacher at Central Elementary School in the Francis Howell School District used emergency training to save a student’s life during lunch this month.