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Senior Pals Event
Adults 55+ are invited to join us as VIPs at Francis Howell Central High School for the Junior Chef Cupcake Wars competition on Wednesday, May 7.
FHSD Announces Dr. Mike Dominguez as the New Superintendent
Francis Howell School District Board of Education approved Dr. Mike Dominguez as the District’s next superintendent. His contract will officially begin July 1, 2025, as current Superintendent Dr. Kenneth Roumpos transitions to a new role with Kirkwood School District.
We’re Hiring! Join Our Team of Dedicated Teachers and Support Staff
FHSD is one of the largest employers in the region with 23 school campuses, more than 16,000 students and 2,200 employees. We’re offering competitive wages for custodians, paraprofessionals, bus drivers, support staff, teachers and administrators.
Last Day of School Update
The last day of school for grades K-11 is now Tuesday, June 3 and will be an Early Release Day for all students.
Niche names FHSD best district in St. Charles County
Francis Howell School District is ranked #1 in St. Charles County and 10th in Missouri by Niche's 2025 Best Districts list, placing in the top 3% with an A rating.
You Can Make a Difference in Our School
Amidst nationwide staffing shortages, our students and staff could use your help now more than ever. Register as a volunteer and learn about opportunities to share your time and talents with our school.
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Welcome to Fairmount
Mrs. Kerri Tharp - Principal
It is with great honor and privilege to serve as Principal of Fairmount Elementary. With over 30 years in education spanning across three states from being a classroom teacher to an instructional coach and content leader, Assistant Principal, and now Principal, I am truly humbled to be a part of this compassionate and dedicated school community.
Happening Now
News & Events
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The district has begun the process of registering students for the 2025-26 Kindergarten class. Missouri law states that students must be five years old before the first day of August to enroll in Kindergarten.
![Kid Chefs Wanted: FHSD to host 2nd annual cooking competition for elementary students]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1736555471/fhsdschoolsorg/qt0cth0uhi1p0i17bkj2/KidChefsWantedFHSDtohost2ndannualcookingcompetitionforelementarystudents.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1736555471/fhsdschoolsorg/qt0cth0uhi1p0i17bkj2/KidChefsWantedFHSDtohost2ndannualcookingcompetitionforelementarystudents.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1736555471/fhsdschoolsorg/qt0cth0uhi1p0i17bkj2/KidChefsWantedFHSDtohost2ndannualcookingcompetitionforelementarystudents.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1736555471/fhsdschoolsorg/qt0cth0uhi1p0i17bkj2/KidChefsWantedFHSDtohost2ndannualcookingcompetitionforelementarystudents.png","width":872}])
- Events
The Francis Howell School District is gearing up for its second annual Future Chefs National Challenge, sponsored by Sodexo, the District’s food service provider.
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- Academics
- Awards and Honors
- Staff Achievements
- Student Achievements
U.S. News & World Report has named its 2025 Best Elementary and Middle Schools, ranking more than 79,000 public schools nationwide based on data from the U.S. Department of Education.
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It's that time of year again for back-to-school shopping! View your school's supply lists for the 2024-25 school year.
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- New HIres
The Francis Howell School District is pleased to announce that Mrs. Kerri Tharp has been selected as the new principal at Fairmount Elementary School.