Monday was an amazing night for soccer at FHS! While we didn’t get the win on the scoreboard, our players had an opportunity to give back to the community. They offered many of our future Panthers Soccer Players a chance to experience taking the field with the team.
In a perfect world, we would have won the match, as well. However, tonight gave the men on the team a glimpse of what it’s like to be a mentor.
Also, we can’t thank the fans enough for the amazing support you showed tonight! You cheered the team on all the way through. You helped create an atmosphere that gave the guys on the team a burst of energy to keep up the effort.
Proud to be a Franklin Panther!
Macon County Schools is proud to announce the official groundbreaking ceremony for the new Franklin High School, marking a significant milestone in our commitment to providing exceptional educational opportunities for our community’s students.
The new Franklin High School will be a state-of-the-art facility designed to provide a modern and engaging learning environment. The school will feature advanced classrooms aimed at fostering academic excellence, personal growth, and enriching opportunities for our students.
“This new high school represents a tremendous leap forward for our community,” said Josh Lynch, Macon County Schools Superintendent. “We are thrilled to break ground on a project that will provide our students with the tools and opportunities they need to succeed and thrive in an ever-evolving world.”
Community members, local leaders, faculty, staff and students are all invited to join us for this momentous occasion as we celebrate the beginning of a new chapter in education for our town. The ceremony will include remarks from key stakeholders, a symbolic groundbreaking event, and an opportunity for attendees to learn more about the project and its impact. If you plan to attend, please RSVP to Renee Burt 828-524-3314 ext. 1020 or renee.burt@macon.k12.nc.us no later than October 9, 2024.
Mr. Gibson spent time last week at the Macon County Fairgrounds helping show livestock with some very special buddies.
On Wednesday, September 18, Macon County students attended Noon Rotary. During this time, students were able to share about their experiences with Southwestern Community College Public Safety pathway and the new Firefighter Academy. In addition, Hunter Jamison, a former Franklin High School graduate and current employee of the Macon County Sheriff's Office, was able to share his experience as he is a product of the Public Safety pathway. A very special shout out to Larry Pickens for his dedication to this program and these students! Students pictured: Leighton Benedict-FHS, Tiana Gregory-FHS, David Rogers-FHS, Maveric Waldroop-FHS, Gavin Small-Highlands School and Hunter Jamison-Macon County Sheriff's Offfice.
What a fun Friday! Doing some biomonitoring in the Little TN River! We were able to see Asian clams, a lampmussel, darters, crawfish, minnows and Trout!! If you have never snorkeled the river, it is fun and challenging!! Thank you to Jason Meador from Mainspring for leading our Natural Resources 2 classes!!
Foundations of Health Science students are learning about Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)! #maconcteworks Franklin High School Macon County Schools, NC
Panther football senior Braydon Hervey has earned statewide recognition. With 491 yards from scrimmage and 10 touchdowns in his first three games, Braydon Hervey is off to a historic start, leading Franklin to 20-point wins over Murphy, Robbinsville and Swain.
Recently the N.C. High School Athletic Association named Hervey the first-ever male winner of its new Performance of the Month award, given to just two athletes across the state for the month of August.
The senior has also posted two interceptions including one returned for a touchdown, and 140 return yards for an all-purpose total of 631.
Pictured: Hervey stiffarms a Swain defender at the Panther Pit Sept. 6. After a Week 4 bye, Franklin travels to East Henderson tonight (
Press photo/Will Woolever)
Parents of Seniors!!
Please encourage your seniors to check their school email for a message from Ms. Waldroop concerning Caps and Gowns. There will be a link they will need to visit to complete an information form. If this is not completed they risk not getting a cap and gown.
Thank you!!
There will be a wrestling interest meeting, Thursday 10/3 at 7:30am in the FHS gym. Any student interested in men's or women's wrestling at FHS are encouraged to attend.
Due to unforeseen circumstances, Bus 23 will not run this morning. We apologize for the inconvenience. (Monday, 9/23)
Past FHS Homecoming Queens We Need You!!
Senior Parents:
Gentle reminder that the 2nd meningitis vaccine requirement for 12th grade is due by September 24th, 2024. Please be sure you have an updated copy of your vaccination record on file to show proof of vaccine status.
Not having this required vaccine could result in exclusion from school until requirement is met.
Remember that picture day for underclassmen is next Tuesday, September 24th! This is the picture that will be used in the yearbook, on Infinite Campus and on your replacement ID cards. We will call students out by advisor starting with Juniors.
Share this information with your parents as they will need to use the link on the flyer to view and purchase pictures this year.
If you have any questions, please let me know or come see me Monday in C106 during 3rd period.
Thanks!
Franklin High School will be offering the PSAT on Friday, October 18th (this is a teacher workday). This is a voluntary test - you will not be required to take this exam. High achievement on the exam will make you eligible for National Merit Scholarships. The cost of this exam is $18. If you are interested in participating, please fill out the google form below and see Mrs. Jostes in Counseling Cove to pay your $18 test fee. Sign-ups for the PSAT are due by Friday, September 27th, at the end of the school day. The deadline to register is quickly approaching and spots are limited.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/10WW7rQRhxhkQbA0drIaoB1eKZGaTMtnSrmVyG1-Qu8E/edit
Please let me know if you have any questions or need any additional information,
Emily Awtrey
Main Building 206
Gentle reminder that the 2nd meningitis vaccine requirement for 12th grade is due by September 24th, 2024. Please be sure you have an updated copy of your vaccination record on file to show proof of vaccine status. Not having this required vaccine could result in exclusion from school until requirement is met.
FHS SENIORS!!!
Scholarship Information!!!
This particular scholarship gives extra consideration to students who have spent time volunteering at a local community center. These volunteer hours can also be used for other scholarships and college applications. Our local community centers are listed below.
Macon County Community Centers
Carson, Clark's Chapel, Holly Springs, Nantahala, Otto, Upper Cartoogechaye
General info:
There are several scholarships at the $1,250 level and a Premiere scholarship at $2,500. These awards may be renewed each year for up to four years while in college. The application period begins in January 2025 and closes in mid-March.
Virtual Info Sessions
There will be online info sessions about the scholarship for the community centers and their members. Students, parents, guidance counselors, and other educators are all welcome to join. For those interested, there is a google sign-up form to register. They will send the zoom link to all the registrants a day before the session.
Seniors this link has been sent to your school email in an email from Ms. Ensley.
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Kim Ensley
School Counselor
Franklin High School
Dear Franklin High School Families,
To assist with your planning, we would like to inform you that Tuesday, October 8th will be a virtual learning day for all Franklin High School students, except for 10th graders.
On this day, 10th-grade students are required to attend school in person to complete the state mandated PreACT. Morning bus transportation, breakfast, and lunch will be provided for those attending. Please note that 10th-grade students will need to arrange for alternative transportation home after testing is completed.
Students will be taking the test on their Ipads. Ipads need to be 100% charged. Students need to be at FHS by 8 am and testing should conclude around 11 am.
This adjustment applies only to Franklin High School students.
Congratulations to Franklin’s Braydon Hervey on being selected as the first NCHSAA OrthoCarolina Performance of the Month for the 2024-2025 school year.
Congratulations Braydon!!!
Go Panthers!!!
https://youtu.be/STI5grBJ7qc?si=c2MT92rOj_cmzJ3s
Dear Parents and Students,
We need your help to keep breakfast and lunch free for the next four years. Please encourage your student to take advantage of the free breakfast and lunch provided. Additionally, it's crucial that you complete the online lunch application, regardless of whether you think you qualify. This helps us ensure continued funding and may provide important benefits like Sunbucks and potential financial aid for college.
Thank you for your support!
The link is below.
https://linqconnect.com/main?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR2rqEJdOxX6v2m09MsP6TRYJEHz4QXnw1XtR5M1svPSmototEYCFCsOABs_aem_TRtbgGYB9cjsBy9XjkvCxg
Get your Limited Edition Panther Pit Shirts and Hoodies at the Franklin HS Pit Team Shop My Team Shop by September 9th! Shop closes at midnight! https://bit.ly/4g7QEh6