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Important Updates to the 2024-25 School Year Calendar
The Francis Howell School District Board of Education has approved changes to the 2024-2025 school year calendar, aligning with new requirements under Senate Bill 727.

Read more about calendar changes

Howell Of Fame Nominations Now Open
The Howell of Fame Awards are back to recognize outstanding contributors in the Francis Howell community! Celebrate those who go the extra mile for our students, staff, and schools. Don't miss the chance to honor those who make a significant impact on our District. Let's celebrate community and excellence together!

Nominate someone for Howell of Fame today!

group of five students smile together at recess — Stay Informed About Inclement Weather
Stay informed about potential school closures due to inclement weather by keeping your contact info up-to-date through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal. All parents/guardians listed in Infinite Campus Parent Portal are automatically registered for inclement weather notifications. Make sure your information is up to date.

Visit the Infinite Campus Parent Portal

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.

Read more about FHSD's Niche Ranking

Report Bullying, Harassment and Safety Concerns
The Francis Howell School District has introduced a new anonymous reporting form for bullying, harassment, and safety concerns, accessible via QR code posters in middle and high schools.

Read more about this initiative by visiting our Newsroom

student smiles for the camera in class — 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.

View the District's Open Positions

student writing in class — 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.

Visit the Volunteer page

Welcome to Francis Howell Middle

Kirsteen James - Principal

On behalf of our entire staff, I would like to welcome all new and returning students and families to Francis Howell Middle School. We are looking forward to meeting new faces and seeing familiar ones! It continues to be an honor to serve Francis Howell Middle School, a school with strong traditions of academic excellence, strong family and community support, and dedicated staff.

Francis Howell Middle School Testimonial 3

FHMS meets all students where they are and challenges them in different ways. There are enrichment opportunities - extending their learning beyond the classroom with programs like robotics, youth and government, Student Council, or National Junior Honor Society, but there are also support services in place if they need it - tutoring in ELA & math after school, homework support pages, teachers that volunteer to have 1:1s with students before school to get them the extra support that they need, or co-taught classrooms. How fantastic to see a school handle both excellently and meet the students at their individual levels.

Stacey B.

Francis Howell Middle School Testimonial 2

Wonderful environment that provides first rate academics but also offers clubs and activities that allowed our kids to explore interests and make lasting friendships. We love FHMS, teachers, staff, and administrators.

Amanda & Steven T.

Francis Howell Middle School Testimonial 1

Francis Howell Middle School has a record for quality education and high learning standards. With a devoted community and a strong foundation in character education, the decision to teach here was simple. The teachers, support staff, and administrators uphold the values essential to student well-being.

Jarod M.

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U.S. News ranks FHSD schools among best in Missouri

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.