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FHSD is recruiting the next cohort for its updated, award-winning Citizens In Our Schools program! Get a behind-the-scenes look at district operations and become a more informed community member. Applications are open through June 15.

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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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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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!

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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.

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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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District Homepage Testimonial 3

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.

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Community Support

Missouri Sun Bucks program offers summer grocery help for families

Missouri families may be eligible for grocery assistance through the state’s SuN Bucks program, also known as Summer EBT, which provides food benefits for school-aged children during the summer months.

A graphic congratulates Dr. Tim Scholle on his new position as Francis Howell School District Director of Elementary Education

Academics
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Dr. Tim Scholle named director of elementary education

The Francis Howell School District has named Dr. Tim Scholle as director of elementary education.

A graphic congratulates Dr. Ashley Mair on her new position as Barnwell Middle School principal.

New HIres

Dr. Ashley Mair named principal at Barnwell Middle School

The Francis Howell School District has named Dr. Ashley Mair as principal of Barnwell Middle School, effective July 1, 2026.

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Board of Education

Francis Howell School Board election results

Unofficial election results show that Sara Dillard, Kevin McGuire and Jason Adams were elected to the Francis Howell School District Board of Education on April 7