Candidates In Key Williamson County School Board Races Address Issues

Matchups feature incumbents against newcomers to politics.

Williamson County’s Welch Rolls Out Endorsement List For School Board

He will face independent candidate William Holladay in the August 4 general election for school board and county commission.

Franklin Special School District: Register Now For Young Scholars Institute

Please review the brochure and register in the Camps and Summer Programs section of the website.

Franklin Special School District: Rock Your Socks March 21

Join us in celebrating these awesome humans by Rocking your Socks on March 21st.

Franklin Special School District Holds In-Person And Virtual Recruitment Fair On March 26

The FSSD Recruitment Fair is the perfect time to update your resume and meet your future employer.

Five Franklin Special School District Schools Named Model Schools For Behavior Programs

Model of Demonstration sites are highly valued as examples in local training and technical assistance.

Franklin Special School District: Board Lifts Mask Requirement

Anyone who chooses to wear a mask in the schools or offices is welcome to do so.

2021 College Aid: How Franklin Area Compares In Application Rates

See how FAFSA applications changed for Franklin area high schools.

Franklin Special School District: Franklin Elementary Joins The Ten Thousand Flowers Project

“We are excited that he has added Franklin, Tennessee, to his project through our school building,” said Alvarado.

Franklin Special School District: Five Franklin Special School District Schools Named Reward Schools

With the release of accountability data for the 2020-21 school year, the Franklin Special School District has much success to celebrate.

Franklin Special School District: School Board Approves Temporary Mask Requirement

The mask requirement will expire on September 21, unless the Board votes to extend it.

Franklin Special School District: 2021 TCAP Results Reveal Student Achievement Despite Pandemic Challenges

'As we welcomed students back for in-person learning last year, our goal was for students to feel supported by everyone in the school.'

Franklin Special School District: Voluntary Student Accident Insurance Is Available For Families

To learn more about this voluntary coverage, offered in partnership with K & K Insurance, visit the Student Accident Insurance online.

Franklin Special School District: Back To School Bus Reminders

Prior to the first day, please confirm your child’s bus stop location and time as these may change each year.

Franklin Special School District: Schools To Host Meet & Greets On August 4

Mark your calendars for our Back to School Meet & Greets, drop-in events hosted by each school on Wednesday, August 4, from 3:30-6:30 PM.

Commentary: Public Education PAC Forms In Williamson County

A Facebook page started by parents has turned into a Political Action Committee to counter attacks on public schools.

FAFSA Completions Down In TN: How Franklin Area Schools Compare

See how college aid applications changed for Franklin area high schools.

Williamson County Group Chooses Equal And Fair Treatment Of Kids

The co-founder of One WillCo says racism is a real problem in local schools.

Graduation 2021: Surprise Your Graduate By Sharing A Photo On Patch

Tell us why your grad is special and send a message of congratulations on Franklin Patch.

College Financial Aid Applications In Franklin Area: Compare To TN

FAFSA completions are down nationally. Here is how Franklin area high schools have done so far.

Franklin Area Increases Share Of College Grads

The share of U.S. residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been on the rise. Here's how it’s changed in Williamson County.

Johnson Elementary Music Teacher Earns National Board Certification

Kiera Crite was honored during a virtual ceremony.

Franklin Special School District Young Scholars Institute Announcement Set For Feb. 26

Officials are continuing to evaluate the options for safely holding YSI this summer.

Franklin Special School District Early Learning Programs Enrollment Open

Applications are being accepted for children ages 3-5.

Franklin Special School District Virtual Learning Enrollment For Spring Semester Open Now

Those who choose this option must indicate intent by Nov. 16.

All Children In Franklin Special School District Offered Free Meals Through End Of The School Year

The FSSD is offering a once weekly pickup of 14 meals for children ages 18 and under who are not In-Person learners.

All Children At Franklin Special School District Offered Free Meals Through December

Meal pickup is available for families with children learning at home.

Franklin Police Honor 8-Year-Old At School Assembly For Heroic Action

Little did 8-year-old Freya Macallan know that her day off from school would make her a hero.

Franklin Police Now Hiring School Crossing Guards

The ideal applicant must be assertive, tactful, and able to work in varying weather conditions. Starting pay is $18.48/hour.

Dedicated Investigator To Monitor Williamson School Threats

A former school resource officer is now charged with monitoring school threats in Williamson County.

Mold, Mildew Outbreak At Franklin School

Crews are hard at work at Franklin's Liberty Elementary cleaning a mold and mildew outbreak before classes begin next month.

Williamson School Board OKs Paying Director's Legal Fees

The Williamson County school board voted unanimously to cover $4,000 in legal fees Director Mike Looney incurred in his assault defense.

Belmont Will Sell O'More Property

Belmont University intends to sell the Franklin campus of the recently acquired O'More College of Design.

New Alternative Learning Center Principal Named

Fairview Middle School assistant principal Josiah Holland will lead the ALC as the Williamson County school system takes over the school.

New Principal Named At Oak View Elementary

Oak View Elementary School assistant principal Amy Stephenson will take over as principal July 1.

Independence High School Senior Killed In Franklin Bike Wreck

An Independence High School student died after a bicycle crash on a rural south Franklin road this week.

Williamson Students Won't Take Hit From Botched TNReady Tests

TNReady scores will only be added to Williamson high school students grades if they would help.

Williamson Schools Director: TNReady Problems 'Beyond Ridiculous'

Mike Looney tweeted that the state's embattled TNReady tests were "the worst state testing process I have ever seen."

Assault Charges Dismissed Against Williamson Schools Director

Williamson County Judge M.T. Taylor dismissed all charges against Director of Schools Mike Looney Wednesday.

Franklin Special School District May Raise Meal Prices

A proposed increase in meal prices in FSSD schools could generate nearly $50,000, school officials said.