From FCUSD 168: There was an apparent domestic incident and stabbing at an address a block from FCHS at approximately 1:15 p.m. The suspect was apprehended. There was no threat to the high school and classes remain in session at all schools.
Just after 8 p.m. as rain was coming down, two FCHS students were hit by a vehicle on Main St. as they were crossing to the Homecoming Dance at Max Morris Gym. They were taken to an area hospital to be checked out, and will be able to go home tonight. We thank the WFPD and WFFD for their help.
As posted in the regular schedule for the year, the monthly Regular Meeting of the Frankfort CUSD #168 Board of Education will be held on Monday, October 20, 2025, in the Library at Central Junior High School, located at 1600 East Ninth Street in West Frankfort. After several days of deliberations regarding building schedule and logistical issues, the scheduled start time at 6:00 p.m. will be delayed one hour. That means that the scheduled Regular Meeting will be called to order at 7:00 p.m.
The agenda will be posted within the next 24 hours in a separate release to meet all legal requirements.
The agenda will be posted within the next 24 hours in a separate release to meet all legal requirements.
Statement Regarding Incident Near Denning Elementary School
The following is an update on the situation earlier this morning that caused Denning Elementary School to observe "Secure" protocol.
From 168-Denning was in Secure mode for 20 min. due to a report of gun in neighborhood. All are safe.
From FCUSD 168: Water service is restored to CJHS/ASC. We will continue our regular school day with a Boil Order.
The WF Water Dept is currently repairing a line that feeds CJHS/ASC. FIS is not affected. CJHS students have clean drinking water & we will utilize FIS & escort student there for restroom facilities.. A Boil order will follow.
Statement Regarding Incident at Football Scrimmage
At Friday evening’s scrimmage between Frankfort Community High School and Johnston City High School at Johnson Field in West Frankfort, those in attendance may have observed an individual being removed by officers from the West Frankfort Police Department. District administrators had been informed of a juvenile who might have a weapon. The juvenile was quickly located and it was determined that he had an airsoft gun in his possession. The WFPD then removed him from the scene. The juvenile was not a student of Frankfort Community High School nor Johnston City High School.
We thank our vigilant students, school administration and staff, and WFPD officers for helping to identify and resolve this situation quickly and safely. Administrators from West Frankfort and Johnston City have been in communication with each other regarding what was an isolated incident. As we keep our friends in Kentucky in the Mayfield and Graves County school communities in our thoughts after an incident at their football game this evening, we will continue to work to keep our students and the public safe so they can enjoy events like tonight’s meet the team activities and scrimmage.
At Friday evening’s scrimmage between Frankfort Community High School and Johnston City High School at Johnson Field in West Frankfort, those in attendance may have observed an individual being removed by officers from the West Frankfort Police Department. District administrators had been informed of a juvenile who might have a weapon. The juvenile was quickly located and it was determined that he had an airsoft gun in his possession. The WFPD then removed him from the scene. The juvenile was not a student of Frankfort Community High School nor Johnston City High School.
We thank our vigilant students, school administration and staff, and WFPD officers for helping to identify and resolve this situation quickly and safely. Administrators from West Frankfort and Johnston City have been in communication with each other regarding what was an isolated incident. As we keep our friends in Kentucky in the Mayfield and Graves County school communities in our thoughts after an incident at their football game this evening, we will continue to work to keep our students and the public safe so they can enjoy events like tonight’s meet the team activities and scrimmage.
Thanks to some additional sharp-eyed proofreaders, there is an August 12 update to the Parent-Student Handbook that is now posted on the District's websites. There were no policy changes, just some clean up of some grammar and wording. Thanks for those who have read and assisted us in this project.
All school buses should now be on their way home as it was a little slow going on this first day of school. Bus and car traffic should smooth out the next few days as everyone gets used to the new routine and we work to keep traffic moving on the side streets around the schools. Please remember to not leave our cars unattended in the loading zones. We will see you all tomorrow.
All school buses should now be on their way home as it was a little slow going on this first day of school. Bus and car traffic should smooth out the next few days as everyone gets used to the new routine and we work to keep traffic moving on the side streets around the schools. Please remember to not leave our cars unattended in the loading zones. We look forward to tomorrow.
As we welcome students back on Tuesday morning, please be aware that the required Parent-Student Handbook acknowledgement form will be made available through the TeacherEase App on Tuesday. Your principals will be sending that reminder out in the morning. We look forward to a good start to the 2025-2026 School Year.
The 2025-2026 Parent-Student Handbook has been posted on each of our school district's homepage. The link is located on a button below the pictures. Students will receive an acknowledgment form when they begin that parents and guardians will need to sign. We are looking forward to a good school year as we welcome our students back. https://www.wfschools.org/.
As we prepare to welcome teachers on Monday and students on Tuesday morning, we thank the West Frankfort Street Department for helping to keep our students safe by touching up the paint on crosswalks leading to our schools. Be sure to look both ways when you are walking or driving so that everyone stays safe throughout this school year..
West Frankfort Youth Football Camp Information!
From FCUSD 168 & FCHS: Due to the possibility of rainy weather, the Grand March before tonight's Prom has been canceled. Prom will go on at Yummy's Event Center in Marion. Doors open at 7:30 with Dance scheduled from 8-11 pm.
From FCUSD 168: We are watching the weather this afternoon as we get close to dismissal time. We will dismiss at our regular times, but may hold our school buses for a few minutes depending on the timing of the storm system that is supposed so come through within the next 30 to 40 minutes. Our schools remain some of the strongest and safest facilities in the community and we continue to work to keep our students safe.
On Friday, CTE students from FCHS visiting the SIU campus were able to surprise FCHS alum Dr. Bob Gower and his wife Beth as the ribbon was cut on the Gower Translational Research Center. FCUSD 168 and FCHS honor Dr. Bob Gower as he continues to give back to our area. For more information on the center, check https://blog.siuf.org/?p=4375&fbclid=IwY2xjawJpZohleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHlX-omGVX7RYqjs6VTMY1lqNgMHfl3ld-DaLumsEisqTErQz2SfZwM0ArTce_aem_pgqvpT5vp8gKe5pf5bAjRA.
From FCUSD 168: As there are currently no weather warnings , we are proceeding with our REGULAR dismissal and BUS TIMES the rain. It may just be a little slower than normal. If needed, we will update. Have a good afternoon.