🎓✨ The Franklin Central High School Class of 2026 is here, and we could not be prouder! This year, we are celebrating our Seniors by highlighting their incredible journeys — from those first-day-of-Kindergarten smiles to their final year as Flashes.
Throughout the school year, we will share “Then & Now” photos to honor their growth, achievements, and bright futures ahead. Let’s share and cheer them on together to show our FC Flashes Class of 2026 just how much they mean to our FTCSC Flashes Community! 💙🤍
If you have a 2026 Senior, we would love to feature them! Please complete the Google Senior Now and Then form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdHuCEpGP3ATfevzAnCuTlo4fMVduEwg0d4R27qS2mk26GyQw/viewform
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Throughout the school year, we will share “Then & Now” photos to honor their growth, achievements, and bright futures ahead. Let’s share and cheer them on together to show our FC Flashes Class of 2026 just how much they mean to our FTCSC Flashes Community! 💙🤍
If you have a 2026 Senior, we would love to feature them! Please complete the Google Senior Now and Then form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdHuCEpGP3ATfevzAnCuTlo4fMVduEwg0d4R27qS2mk26GyQw/viewform
#WeAreFlashes #AlwaysAFlash
Happy National School Nurse Day! 🩺💙
Today we celebrate the incredible care, compassion, and dedication our school nurses bring to our students and staff each and every day. From providing comfort during tough moments to supporting the health and well-being of our school community, their impact reaches far beyond the clinic. Thank you for being a steady, caring presence and for helping our students thrive.
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Today we celebrate the incredible care, compassion, and dedication our school nurses bring to our students and staff each and every day. From providing comfort during tough moments to supporting the health and well-being of our school community, their impact reaches far beyond the clinic. Thank you for being a steady, caring presence and for helping our students thrive.
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#WeAreFlashes
Join us for our upcoming Immunization Clinic. Its an easy and convenient way to make sure your child is up to date on required vaccines for the school year.
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#MeaningfulCollaboration
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Our district is proud to showcase the incredible creativity of our students at this year’s Art Show on May 11th from 6–8 PM! Enjoy vibrant student artwork while being entertained by performances from the Edgewood Choir and FCJH’s Performing Arts Department. Join us to celebrate the talent, imagination, and dedication of our young artists!
#PurposefulLearning
#WeAreFlashes
#PurposefulLearning
#WeAreFlashes
Last week, FTCSC Central Office had the honor of hosting a cookout luncheon for the incredible staff at Franklin Central High School! FC continues to lead the way academically in Central Indiana. The Indiana Department of Education continues to recognize FC as a top academic high school in Indiana, and national organizations like The Washington Post and U.S. News & World Report consistently rank FCHS among the top schools in Indiana and the country.
Did you know?
• 160 teachers serving 3,300 students
• 1,300+ AP tests taken
• 8,000+ dual credits earned
• Nearly $10 million in scholarships
• 99% graduation rate
Last year’s graduating class included:
• 211 Academic Honors Diplomas
• 24 Technical Diplomas
• 48 General Diplomas
• 503 Core 40 Diplomas
FCHS also shines beyond the classroom! Their performing arts programs are among the best in the state, with recent state championships in choir, color guard, and percussion. Students can get involved in dozens of clubs and service organizations, including a 125-member Student Council. And FC Riley Dance Marathon continues its incredible tradition of earning Red Wagon recognition!
Thank you, Franklin Central High School staff, for your dedication, passion, and commitment to our students. You Make A Difference every day!
#MakingADifference #WeAreFlashes
Did you know?
• 160 teachers serving 3,300 students
• 1,300+ AP tests taken
• 8,000+ dual credits earned
• Nearly $10 million in scholarships
• 99% graduation rate
Last year’s graduating class included:
• 211 Academic Honors Diplomas
• 24 Technical Diplomas
• 48 General Diplomas
• 503 Core 40 Diplomas
FCHS also shines beyond the classroom! Their performing arts programs are among the best in the state, with recent state championships in choir, color guard, and percussion. Students can get involved in dozens of clubs and service organizations, including a 125-member Student Council. And FC Riley Dance Marathon continues its incredible tradition of earning Red Wagon recognition!
Thank you, Franklin Central High School staff, for your dedication, passion, and commitment to our students. You Make A Difference every day!
#MakingADifference #WeAreFlashes
This week we proudly celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week! 🍎✨
To our incredible teachers, thank you for the passion, patience, and purpose you bring into your classrooms every day. You do so much more than teach lessons; you inspire curiosity, build confidence, and help shape the future of every student who walks through your doors.
Through purposeful learning and meaningful collaboration, you make a difference in the lives of students, staff, and the community. Your impact extends far beyond academics—you create safe, supportive spaces where students feel seen, valued, and encouraged to grow.
Even on the hardest days, you show up with dedication and heart, adapting, encouraging, and believing in your students’ potential. That commitment does not go unnoticed.
We are so grateful for all you do, today and every day. Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! ❤️
Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference in the lives of children while enjoying the flexibility to set your own schedule? Join us at the Kelly Education Job Fair on May 5 to learn more about the opportunities available.
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Thank you for your leadership, dedication, and the countless ways you support students, staff, and families every single day. You work to make a difference in the lives of students, staff, and the community through purposeful learning and meaningful collaboration, and it shows in everything you do.
You truly embody our mission of being difference makers through fostering strong school communities where everyone can thrive. From early mornings to late nights, you set the tone with vision, compassion, and a commitment to helping every student succeed.
We are deeply grateful for all you do. Happy School Principals Day! ❤️
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You truly embody our mission of being difference makers through fostering strong school communities where everyone can thrive. From early mornings to late nights, you set the tone with vision, compassion, and a commitment to helping every student succeed.
We are deeply grateful for all you do. Happy School Principals Day! ❤️
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#WeAreFlashes
Today we celebrate our amazing School Lunch Heroes! ❤️
Thank you for keeping our students fueled, cared for, and greeted with a smile each day. Your hard work makes a difference; one meal at a time!
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Thank you for keeping our students fueled, cared for, and greeted with a smile each day. Your hard work makes a difference; one meal at a time!
#DifferenceMaker
#WeAreFlashes
🎓✨ The Franklin Central High School Class of 2026 is here, and we could not be prouder! This year, we are celebrating our Seniors by highlighting their incredible journeys — from those first-day-of-Kindergarten smiles to their final year as Flashes.
Throughout the school year, we will share “Then & Now” photos to honor their growth, achievements, and bright futures ahead. Let’s share and cheer them on together to show our FC Flashes Class of 2026 just how much they mean to our FTCSC Flashes Community! 💙🤍
If you have a 2026 Senior, we would love to feature them! Please complete the Google Senior Now and Then form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdHuCEpGP3ATfevzAnCuTlo4fMVduEwg0d4R27qS2mk26GyQw/viewform
#WeAreFlashes #AlwaysAFlash
🎓✨ The Franklin Central High School Class of 2026 is here, and we could not be prouder! This year, we are celebrating our Seniors by highlighting their incredible journeys — from those first-day-of-Kindergarten smiles to their final year as Flashes.
Throughout the school year, we will share “Then & Now” photos to honor their growth, achievements, and bright futures ahead. Let’s share and cheer them on together to show our FC Flashes Class of 2026 just how much they mean to our FTCSC Flashes Community! 💙🤍
If you have a 2026 Senior, we would love to feature them! Please complete the Google Senior Now and Then form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdHuCEpGP3ATfevzAnCuTlo4fMVduEwg0d4R27qS2mk26GyQw/viewform
#WeAreFlashes #AlwaysAFlash
Our friends at The Indianapolis Public Library invite all FTCSC students to
play and read your way by joining their annual Summer Reading Program! Regular reading is
an important part of student development, and participants can win great prizes too! Visit your
nearest library branch or https://indypl.org/programs-events/srp beginning on May 1 to learn more and get registered.
Lead by example and let your child see you reading for enjoyment. Join our Adult Summer
Reading Program and read alongside your child for the chance to win prizes of your own.
#MeaningfulCollaboration
#WeAreFlashes
play and read your way by joining their annual Summer Reading Program! Regular reading is
an important part of student development, and participants can win great prizes too! Visit your
nearest library branch or https://indypl.org/programs-events/srp beginning on May 1 to learn more and get registered.
Lead by example and let your child see you reading for enjoyment. Join our Adult Summer
Reading Program and read alongside your child for the chance to win prizes of your own.
#MeaningfulCollaboration
#WeAreFlashes
We got spirit, yes we do… we got spirit, how about you?! Flashes spirit, that is!
Where are all the football players and cheerleaders?
Registration is now open for tackle football and cheer with Franklin Township Youth Football! Families are invited to sign up their athletes for an exciting season focused on skill development, teamwork, and community pride.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of the action! Registration will remain open through June 1, 2026.
LINK: https://flashesyouthfootball.sportngin.com/register/form/252534151?_gl=1*k4wabp*_ga*OTI2MzQ1MTUzLjE3NzY5NDgwNTA.#_ga=2.133342477.2009910246.1776948050-926345153.1776948050
Where are all the football players and cheerleaders?
Registration is now open for tackle football and cheer with Franklin Township Youth Football! Families are invited to sign up their athletes for an exciting season focused on skill development, teamwork, and community pride.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of the action! Registration will remain open through June 1, 2026.
LINK: https://flashesyouthfootball.sportngin.com/register/form/252534151?_gl=1*k4wabp*_ga*OTI2MzQ1MTUzLjE3NzY5NDgwNTA.#_ga=2.133342477.2009910246.1776948050-926345153.1776948050
Zach Smith Howard, FTCSC School Board President, has been recognized by the Indiana School Boards Association (ISBA) with an Exemplary (Level 4) Exemplary Governance Award (EGA), the highest EGA honor, for calendar year 2025, for demonstrating an outstanding commitment to student success and professional learning.
President Smith Howard is one of only 314 school board members in the State of Indiana to earn an award through the EGA program this year.
The awards are conferred annually by ISBA across four levels of distinction, based on points earned for attending ISBA seminars, workshops, conferences, and other learning events. This year’s honorees include 124 Commendable Awards (Level 1), 71 Advanced Awards (Level 2), 60 Distinguished Awards (Level 3), and 59 Exemplary Awards (Level 4).
“I am humbled to be recognized by ISBA and grateful for their professional development, which has helped me become a better school board member and learn best practices for the benefit of FTCSC students and staff,” said FTCSC School Board President Zach Smith Howard.
“On behalf of ISBA, I would like to commend this dedicated group of school board members,” said ISBA Executive Director Terry Spradlin. “School boards perform a vital public service, and members who actively participate in professional learning are better equipped to govern effectively and meet the needs of students.”
President Smith Howard was formally recognized at ISBA’s Spring Region 8 Meeting on April 21, 2026, held in Indianapolis. Ryan Donovan, FTCSC School Board Vice President; Beth Yoder, FTCSC School Board Secretary; and Dr. Chase Huotari, FTCSC Superintendent, were also present at the Region 8 Spring Meeting.
“The Exemplary Governance Award is a testament to President Smith Howard’s unwavering dedication to the Franklin Township community,” said FTCSC Superintendent Dr. Chase Huotari. “Exceptional leadership sets the tone for a district, and his commitment to continuous, purposeful learning ensures that our students remain the top priority.”
For the full list of individual and board award recipients for the 2025 award year, please visit https://www.isba-ind.org/about/award-programs/ega.
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🎓✨ The Franklin Central High School Class of 2026 is here, and we could not be prouder! This year, we are celebrating our Seniors by highlighting their incredible journeys — from those first-day-of-Kindergarten smiles to their final year as Flashes.
Throughout the school year, we will share “Then & Now” photos to honor their growth, achievements, and bright futures ahead. Let’s share and cheer them on together to show our FC Flashes Class of 2026 just how much they mean to our FTCSC Flashes Community! 💙🤍
If you have a 2026 Senior, we would love to feature them! Please complete the Google Senior Now and Then form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdHuCEpGP3ATfevzAnCuTlo4fMVduEwg0d4R27qS2mk26GyQw/viewform
#WeAreFlashes #AlwaysAFlash
Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference in the lives of children while enjoying the flexibility to set your own schedule? Join us at the Kelly Education Job Fair on May 5 to learn more about the opportunities available.
#DifferenceMaker
#WeAreFlashes
#DifferenceMaker
#WeAreFlashes
Today, we proudly celebrate our outstanding administrative professionals who play a vital role in keeping everything running smoothly. Your dedication, organization, and behind-the-scenes efforts do not go unnoticed.
Thank you for all that you do. We truly appreciate you!
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#WeAreFlashes
Thank you for all that you do. We truly appreciate you!
#DifferenceMaker
#WeAreFlashes
🎓✨ The Franklin Central High School Class of 2026 is here, and we could not be prouder! This year, we are celebrating our Seniors by highlighting their incredible journeys — from those first-day-of-Kindergarten smiles to their final year as Flashes.
Throughout the school year, we will share “Then & Now” photos to honor their growth, achievements, and bright futures ahead. Let’s share and cheer them on together to show our FC Flashes Class of 2026 just how much they mean to our FTCSC Flashes Community! 💙🤍
If you have a 2026 Senior, we would love to feature them! Please complete the Google Senior Now and Then form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdHuCEpGP3ATfevzAnCuTlo4fMVduEwg0d4R27qS2mk26GyQw/viewform
#WeAreFlashes #AlwaysAFlash
The FTCSC Central Office team had the privilege of cooking and serving lunch for the incredible staff at Franklin Central Junior High, and what a great day it was to celebrate such a dedicated group of educators.
Franklin Central Junior High has an amazing story worth sharing. Originally opened in 2008 as Franklin Township Middle School East, the building has grown alongside our district, expanding its classrooms and performance arts spaces to better serve students. Since the 2020–2021 school year, it has proudly stood as the junior high for our FTCSC Flashes Community, preparing all 7th and 8th-grade students for success at Franklin Central High School and beyond. Proudly, this is the Home of the Flashes!
And there is so much to be proud of.
From strong academic offerings like We the People, which deepens students’ understanding of civic responsibility, to expanded world language opportunities in French, German, and Spanish, FCJH continues to raise the bar. FCJH's performing arts programs consistently shine, with students earning top honors across show choir, band, jazz, percussion, and ISSMA competitions, including multiple gold ratings and perfect scores.
Athletics are equally impressive, with multiple county and conference championships, invitational wins, and a continued commitment to developing the whole student-athlete.
Beyond the classroom, students are finding their passions through a wide range of clubs and activities, from Junior Thespians and Robotics to National Junior Honor Society and Business Professionals of America.
To the staff of Franklin Central Junior High: thank you! Your commitment, energy, and belief in students make all of this possible. You Make A Difference in our students each day.
#MakingADifference #WeAreFlashes
Franklin Central Junior High has an amazing story worth sharing. Originally opened in 2008 as Franklin Township Middle School East, the building has grown alongside our district, expanding its classrooms and performance arts spaces to better serve students. Since the 2020–2021 school year, it has proudly stood as the junior high for our FTCSC Flashes Community, preparing all 7th and 8th-grade students for success at Franklin Central High School and beyond. Proudly, this is the Home of the Flashes!
And there is so much to be proud of.
From strong academic offerings like We the People, which deepens students’ understanding of civic responsibility, to expanded world language opportunities in French, German, and Spanish, FCJH continues to raise the bar. FCJH's performing arts programs consistently shine, with students earning top honors across show choir, band, jazz, percussion, and ISSMA competitions, including multiple gold ratings and perfect scores.
Athletics are equally impressive, with multiple county and conference championships, invitational wins, and a continued commitment to developing the whole student-athlete.
Beyond the classroom, students are finding their passions through a wide range of clubs and activities, from Junior Thespians and Robotics to National Junior Honor Society and Business Professionals of America.
To the staff of Franklin Central Junior High: thank you! Your commitment, energy, and belief in students make all of this possible. You Make A Difference in our students each day.
#MakingADifference #WeAreFlashes
Our district is proud to showcase the incredible creativity of our students at this year’s Art Show on May 11th from 6–8 PM! Enjoy vibrant student artwork while being entertained by performances from the Edgewood Choir and FCJH’s Performing Arts Department. Join us to celebrate the talent, imagination, and dedication of our young artists!
#PurposefulLearning
#WeAreFlashes
#PurposefulLearning
#WeAreFlashes
