Franklin County, Tn High Schools

Mission Statement

The mission of Franklin County High School is to challenge students to become well-balanced, productive citizens with effective communication skills, who make timely and responsible decisions and pursue learning for both academic and personal achievement. Teachers, parents, and community members will join forces to provide both the academic and environmental support necessary to foster and enhance every student’s innate ability to be a lifelong learner.

Beliefs

Each student is a valued individual with unique physical, social, emotional and intellectual needs.
All students learn best when they have appropriate opportunities for success and are actively engaged in the learning process.
Developmentally appropriate learning activities, assessment, and evaluation enhance learning for all levels.
Critical thinking, problem-solving, decision-making, and student learning are enhanced by mutual respect between students and teachers.
A safe and physically comfortable environment promotes learning.
School pride and cohesiveness are strengthened when community, parents, school personnel, and students are active participants in the decision-making process and the implementation of policy.
Students will have introduction into technology in a manner consistent with personal as well as educational enrichment.
Students will be taught communication skills and techniques in order to enrich and accelerate developmental levels.

Learner Expectations-upon leaving this school - students are expected to:

Have acquired the attitudes and responsibilities necessary to function in a demographic society: a sense of property, an understanding of the rights and ideas of others, and the ability to work well with others.
Have acquired the necessary skills to prepare them for college, vocational training, or the job market.
Have developed creativity in independent thought and study while demonstrating a degree of conformity and self-disipline.
Be prepared to compete successfully in a highly technological society.
Demonstrate skills in both verbal and non-verbal communication.

2006-07 Achievements

The senior class was awarded over $2 million in scholarships.
Initiated an Air Force ROTC program with exemplary success.
The collision and repair department received NATEF certification in non-structural, structural, and paint and refinishing.
Our Liralen Club earned the All-Commodore rating, the highest award given by the Tennessee High School Press Association.
We had three commended scholars.

Staff Accolades

Spring 2007 - School Level Teacher of the Year in Ninth – Twelfth Grade – Tom Isbell
Spring 2007 - Outstanding Support Employee of the Year – Diane Gass

Congratulations to Tom Isbell for being selected as Ninth – Twelfth Grade co-Teacher of the Year in Franklin County!

Demographic Information

Student Population

Enrollment – 1,542
Average Class Size – 19.0
Student Attendance Rate – 91.6%
The computer/student ratio – 1:3.4
The total number of library books added in the past three (3) years – 4,615
Percent of parents attending Parent/Teacher Conferences (2006-07) – 15.1%
Percent of Students on Free/Reduced Lunch – 42%

	Diana Spaulding, Principal spauldingd@k12tn.net 833 Bypass Road Winchester, Tn 37398 (931)967-2821 Grades 9-12 FCHS strives to be a latex free environment.
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Mission Statement The mission of Franklin County High School is to challenge students to become well-balanced, productive citizens with effective communication skills, who make timely and responsible decisions and pursue learning for both academic and personal achievement. Teachers, parents, and community members will join forces to provide both the academic and environmental support necessary to foster and enhance every student’s innate ability to be a lifelong learner. Beliefs Each student is a valued individual with unique physical, social, emotional and intellectual needs. All students learn best when they have appropriate opportunities for success and are actively engaged in the learning process. Developmentally appropriate learning activities, assessment, and evaluation enhance learning for all levels. Critical thinking, problem-solving, decision-making, and student learning are enhanced by mutual respect between students and teachers. A safe and physically comfortable environment promotes learning. School pride and cohesiveness are strengthened when community, parents, school personnel, and students are active participants in the decision-making process and the implementation of policy. Students will have introduction into technology in a manner consistent with personal as well as educational enrichment. Students will be taught communication skills and techniques in order to enrich and accelerate developmental levels. Learner Expectations-upon leaving this school - students are expected to: Have acquired the attitudes and responsibilities necessary to function in a demographic society: a sense of property, an understanding of the rights and ideas of others, and the ability to work well with others. Have acquired the necessary skills to prepare them for college, vocational training, or the job market. Have developed creativity in independent thought and study while demonstrating a degree of conformity and self-disipline. Be prepared to compete successfully in a highly technological society. Demonstrate skills in both verbal and non-verbal communication. 2006-07 Achievements The senior class was awarded over $2 million in scholarships. Initiated an Air Force ROTC program with exemplary success. The collision and repair department received NATEF certification in non-structural, structural, and paint and refinishing. Our Liralen Club earned the All-Commodore rating, the highest award given by the Tennessee High School Press Association. We had three commended scholars. Staff Accolades Spring 2007 - School Level Teacher of the Year in Ninth – Twelfth Grade – Tom Isbell Spring 2007 - Outstanding Support Employee of the Year – Diane Gass Congratulations to Tom Isbell for being selected as Ninth – Twelfth Grade co-Teacher of the Year in Franklin County! Demographic Information Student Population Enrollment – 1,542 Average Class Size – 19.0 Student Attendance Rate – 91.6% The computer/student ratio – 1:3.4 The total number of library books added in the past three (3) years – 4,615 Percent of parents attending Parent/Teacher Conferences (2006-07) – 15.1% Percent of Students on Free/Reduced Lunch – 42%
Staff Members Administrators - 5 Classroom Teachers - 81 Librarians - 2 Guidance Counselors - 3 Secretaries/Clerical - 11 Educational Assistants (includes Special Education) - 12 School Nurses – 1 (RN) Custodial/Maintenance Staff – 14 Technology Support - 1 Food Service Staff - 15	Teacher Credentials Trade & Industrial - 11 Bachelor’s Degree - 34 Master’s Degree - 42 Master’s + 30 Semester Hours - 8 Educational Specialist - 4 Doctorate - 2 Number of Beginning Teachers - 7 Number of Teachers New to the School this Year - 13 Average Years of Experience – 16.4







	Grades K-12 William K. Bishop II, Principal bishopk3@k12tn.net 400 Gore Street Huntland, TN 37345 (931)469-7506

Daily Announcements Basketball Homecoming 2008 Counselor's News Mission Statement Huntland School, an outstanding and traditional K-12 facility, challenges the abilities of students through varied and caring strategies. Our mission is to graduate lifelong learners able to lead productive lives in our ever-changing global world. Beliefs Students should view themselves as lifelong learners. All students are capable of learning. Consistent and increased use of technology improves and enriches the learning environment. A student’s self-esteem is enhanced by positive relationships and mutual respect between students and staff. Students learn best when they are actively engaged in the learning process and see the relevance of their learning. Education is affected by influences outside the school such as home environment, peer pressure, and media. Consistent attendance of teachers and students is critical for student success. The faculty, staff, students, parents, and community should foster a school environment that is positive, supportive, and safe. Recognition of excellence in students and staff promotes success. Exceptional students require special services and resources to reach their fullest potential. 2006-07 Achievements Awarded the High School Citizen of the Year by Franklin County Chamber of Commerce. Placed 1st and 2nd in the Templeton Laws of Life writing contest. Voted Interact "Club of the Year" with one of our students awarded "Interacter of the Year". Awarded to one of our students the :Prudential Spirit of Community Award Top 10% in the state. A student in high school won the Duck River Essay contest. Awarded 2nd, 3rd, and 4th place winners in the Franklin County Math Contest. The Elementary Boys' Bastketball Team was the Franklin County Champions. A student was named the Toyota Community Scholars National Finalist. Seniors at Huntland School were awarded over $700,000 in awards/scholarships. Staff Accolades Spring 2005 - School Level Teacher of the Year in Pre-K – Fourth Grade – Carlene Tucker Spring 2005 - School Level Teacher of the Year in Fifth – Eighth Grade – Shelia Williams Spring 2005- School Level Teacher of the Year in Ninth – Twelfth Grade – Cindy Brown Spring 2005- Outstanding Support Employee of the Year – Shelia Boyett Congratulations to Cindy Brown for being selected as Ninth - Twelfth Grade Teacher of the Year in Franklin County! Demographic Information Student Population Enrollment – 660 K – 6 - 317 7 - 8 – 112 9 – 12 - 231 Average Class Size K-6 – 19.8 7-8 – 22.4 9-12 – 15.4 Student Attendance Rate – 94.9% The computer/student ratio – 1:5 The total number of library books added in the past three (3) years – 760 Percent of parents attending the last Parent/Teacher Conference – 66.3% (45.6% high school level) Percent of Students on Free/Reduced Lunch – 49%
Staff Members Administrators - 3 Classroom Teachers K–6 – 16 7-8 - 5 9-12 - 15 Specialty Teachers - 8 Librarians - 1 Guidance Counselors -1 full-time and 2 part-time Secretaries - 4 Educational Assistants (including Special Education) -10 Custodial Staff - 6 Food Service Staff - 8	Teacher Credentials Bachelor’s Degree - 20 Master’s Degree - 27 Master’s + 30 Semester Hours - 4 Educational Specialist - 1 Doctorate - 0 Number of Beginning Teachers -2 Number of Teachers New to School this Year - 4 Average Years of Experience – 16.7