Franklin High School

🚗 Attention Parents and Students! 🚗 When you return to campus, you’ll notice a large electronic sign indicating that Panther Drive is no longer a through-road. Here are some important updates for pick-up and drop-off: Afternoon Pick-Up: * McCollum Drive is now the recommended pick-up route for parents. * The front drive will remain off-limits until buses have left the campus (around 3:20 PM). * Panther Drive will be open for pick-up, but you must keep moving. No stopping or blocking traffic to wait for your student. * Your student should not plan to meet their ride at the gym. Instead, they will be picked up in the back of the Media Center or at the crosswalk in front of the English building, after you’ve used the turn-around. * If you’re arriving after 3:20 PM, the front loop is your best option. Morning Drop-Off: * McCollum Drive is not to be used for drop-off. It’s designated for buses only in the mornings. Important Safety Reminder: * Students cannot meet their ride at the crosswalk on Palmer Street. This is not safe for either students or drivers. Officers will be enforcing this for safety. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we adjust to our new traffic patterns. Our goal is to ensure everyone gets in and out safely. Thank you for helping us make this transition smoother! 👏

Parents and Students, We look forward to welcoming back students on Monday, January 6th. Please note, students will report to advisor on Monday morning at 8:05 before going 1st period. We hope you had a safe and relaxing break and we look forward to a great Spring Semester.

FHS is proud to highlight a newer face to education, yet a true veteran and professional in her field—Ms. Kussow. She joined the FHS CTE Department right in the middle of the pandemic, bringing with her a passion to pass on the knowledge she had cultivated over many years in the medical field. In the Spring of 2024, Ms. Kussow was selected by her peers as the FHS Teacher of the Year (If you haven’t heard her speech from Class Day last Spring you are missing out). Behind the scenes, she was also instrumental in developing and advocating for a new Certified Clinical Medical Assisting (CCMA) course. During its pilot year, five FHS students earned their CCMA certification, a remarkable accomplishment. Now, this class is being replicated statewide, with Ms. Kussow contributing to the development of the curriculum. Thank you, Ms. Kussow, for your unwavering dedication, your commitment to your students, and your passion for your vocation.

Attention Dual Enrolled Students Taking Online Classes: Please be aware that your class schedule will now reflect the FHS Media Center as your class location. You are required to report to the Media Center each day to complete your online coursework. Attendance will be taken daily, and the current attendance policy will be in effect. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding in this matter.

Battle of the States Tournament

There will be a 200 question exemption test for Drivers Ed given on Saturday January 18th at 9 am at Franklin High School in the cafeteria. Any student who will be the age of 14 1/2 yrs old by this date is able to take this test. To register for this test, you will need to visit the wncdrivingschool.com website. You must bring your ipad to test day in order to be able to take the test. Please read all information for study materials and items needed for the test on the website. Cost is $65 cash

Congratulations to Mr. Ryan Haley and his Economic and Personal Finance students for their outstanding achievement! Over the summer, Mr. Haley successfully applied for and received a grant, enabling Franklin High School to participate in the statewide Stock Market Game competition. FHS competed against nationally ranked schools, including Wake STEM Academy, Highland School of Technology, Weddington, Green Level, Ardrey Kell, and First Flight, as well as local schools like North Henderson and TC Roberson. Franklin High School finished 1st overall and had 6 teams place in the Top 20 statewide, out of nearly 50 schools and over 1,000 teams. This competition is sponsored by the North Carolina Council on Economic Education (NCCEE). We are also proud to announce that FHS has been selected to represent our congressional district, under Congressman Chuck Edwards, in the 2025 Capitol Hill Challenge. Our school will send 10 teams of 3 students each to compete in this prestigious national competition. Congratulations again to Mr. Haley and his students for their hard work and success!

Good morning Seniors, The 2025 State Employees Credit Union Scholarship is now open. The SECU Foundation People Helping People Scholarship program will award at least one scholarship valued at $10,000 (payable at $1,250 per semester) to each of the 115 Local Education Agencies (“LEA”) in North Carolina to award to a graduating senior attending one of the 16 constituent campuses of the UNC System. Each graduating senior that meets the eligibility criteria and submits an application will be considered for the scholarship. The SECU Foundation People Helping People Scholarship will only be available to graduating public high school seniors who are either members of State Employees’ Credit Union (“SECU”) or eligible for membership through a parent/guardian. Please start working on this scholarship ASAP, because this is a lengthy application process. THIS SCHOLARSHIP IS DUE TO ME BY WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, BY 3:30PM. Seniors please check your student email for the application information or visit https://fhs.macon.k12.nc.us/o/fhs/documents/scholarships-2024---2025/559083 for all Scholarship Info.

Good Afternoon All! I would like to invite you all out to our annual Christmas concert this Thursday at 6:30pm. Doors open at 6:00pm there will be hot chocolate and caroling by our Tri-M music honor society prior to the concert! I hope to see you there! Daniel Ball

Final Exam Schedule (see photo)

Special shout out to Freshmen Garrett Young who placed 1st in the 215 lb division at the War Eagle Invitiational on Saturday and brought home the Most Outstanding Wrestler Award for the tournament.

Bus #21 will not run tomorrow morning (12/09/24). It is scheduled to run in the afternoon.

🎉 Huge congratulations to the Lady Panthers Cheer Team for their outstanding performance at the NCHSAA Invitational this weekend in Raleigh! 🏅 The Panthers secured 2nd place in the Game Day Routine and 3rd place in Traditional, showcasing their dedication and talent. 🙌 A special shoutout to Lady Panther Bri Quiroz, who made history as the first FHS Cheerleader to be awarded the NCHSAA Cheersounds Spirit Scholarship! 🎓💫

🏃‍♀️ Franklin’s own Dylan Garcia is picking up right where she left off! After an incredible All-American finish in cross country, she continues to shine with a record-breaking performance in the 3000m. 💥 Her dedication and hard work are paying off, and we can't wait to see where she goes next! #pantherpride https://montreatcavaliers.com/news/2024/12/7/womens-track-and-field-womens-track-field-sets-pair-of-records-in-winston-salem.aspx?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR00a0Ag490lpJctNqhClgwHTqJb0Y5_tbToFHMf9i91xJXxjvYOpW4Alv4_aem_hr5l6ny9LM_-nNHcw7SRDw

This week, Franklin High School senior Anna Waskey had the opportunity to travel to Raleigh as part of the Governor's Page program. During her time in Raleigh, Anna worked alongside policy officials from various state government departments to develop a policy proposal. She also gained valuable insights into state government operations, attended informative sessions with government officials, and completed tasks for different state agencies. A key component of the program was the service project, which all Governor's Pages are required to plan. During the week, Anna focused on crafting a project that aligns with the mission of VolunteerNC, engaging youth in service and demonstrating its impact on North Carolina communities. Additionally, Anna toured government buildings and historic sites, further enhancing her understanding of the state's political landscape. In the picture below, Anna is pictured with North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper.

FHS Cruise-In on Saturday, 12/7 from 10am-2pm. FHS Parking Lot $10 entry Proceeds to benefit Toys for Tots

Congratulations to Senior Will Sinclair! William was invited to the exclusive 2024 Kicking World National Showcase taking place on December 7-8 in Austin, Texas. He earned the invitation earlier this season by having a ‘wow’ performance at a Kick World Camp competing against over 1,200 HS football kickers during the 2024 camp tour which covered 40 major cities across 30 states. Kicking World has only invited 99 of these 1,200+ students and Will is one of 75 participants (representing 28 states) who accepted their invites and are confirmed for the big weekend. The event is streamed live from Austin, TX on both days via the @KickingWorld Instagram channel. The posted roster and basic event info can be found at kickingworld.com/live National Showcase Details kickingworld.com/camp/2024-kicking-world-national-showcase-december-7-8-2024 Congrats Will!!

The Percy B. Ferebee Endowment Fund Online Scholarship application opens up on December 3, 2024 and closes on February 27, 2025. The eligibility requirements can be found under the Scholarship Info Tab on the FHS Main Page.

Good afternoon Seniors! Please review the eligibility requirements and due dates for the following athletic scholarships. You need to click on the following link to fill out the FERPA Consent Form. I will need you to email me (kim.ensley@macon.k12.nc.us) a copy of the form once you have signed it. Please let me know if you have any questions. https://nchsaafoundation.org/scholarships/ Wilburn Clary Medal Application Opens: 10/1/2024 | Deadline: 2/20/2025 Jerry McGee Endowed Scholarship Application Opens: 11/1/2024 | Deadline: 2/1/2025 Charlie Adams Endowed Scholarship Application Opens: 10/1/2024 | Deadline: 1/1/2025 Pat Gainey Student Scholarship Award Application Opens: 12/1/2024 | Deadline: 3/19/2025 Willie Bradshaw Memorial Endowed Scholarship Application Opens: 9/1/2024 | Deadline: 12/1/2024 The Alford Family Golf Scholarship Application Opens: 10/1/2024 | Deadline:3/1/2025 Tony Cullen Memorial Endowed Scholarship Application Opens: 3/1/2025 | Deadline:4/15/2025

Do It 4 W Foundation Scholarship (Online Scholarship) Please click on the link below to apply. https://www.doit4w.org/application To be eligible for this life-changing opportunity, you must: 1. Be a High School Senior 2. Attend a High School in North Carolina Join us in honoring the legacy of W.C. Hudson Jr. Apply today and be part of a community that embodies Faith, Athletics, Academics, Leadership, and a commitment to making a difference. We select recipients not only for their academic achievements but also based on their vision for building a lasting legacy. Apply now to create a brighter future for yourself and make a lasting impact. Your journey begins here. 2025 Scholarship Application Deadline: April 30th, 2025 at 8:00pm **Important Notice (READ BEFORE APPLYING)** Please be aware that essays suspected to be generated by AI, like ChatGPT, will not be considered for this scholarship.