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The image appears to depict two individuals, one with glasses and the other without, engaged in what seems to be a conversation or interaction. The background is blurred, suggesting the focus is on the individuals in the foreground. — School Finance Roundtable
Learn how school funding works and how tax dollars support Francis Howell schools. Join Superintendent Mark Delaney and Deputy Superintendent Dr. Amy St. John for a clear look at district finances, upcoming challenges, and possible revenue changes.

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Family Learning Series
Join us on February 25 at 6:30 PM for a free virtual session with JuJuane Easter-Hutchins, LPC. Learn how schools and families can work together to support student wellbeing, strengthen school safety, and build a welcoming culture where every student belongs.

Learn More and register for this Family Series event

A classroom setting with desks, chairs, and various educational materials scattered throughout the room, along with a whiteboard and other wall decorations. — FHSD APR Results
The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education released the 2025 Annual Performance Report (APR). Francis Howell School District students met or exceeded state expectations across multiple academic areas, with steady growth in performance and continuous improvement.

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FHSD High Schools Among Missouri’s Best
All three comprehensive high schools in the Francis Howell School District ranked in the top 5% of Missouri public high schools in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025-2026 Best High Schools list.

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Join the Transportation Team
**Paid Training. Great Benefits.**

We’re hiring bus drivers and monitors. Get paid CDL training, competitive pay, and benefits for 25+ hour positions, including medical, dental, paid holidays, and a public school pension. Start a rewarding role that supports your community every day!

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central school road student smiles for camera — 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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student riding bike — 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.

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Welcome to Central School Road EC

DR. JESSICA SCHMELZLE, PRINCIPAL

Welcome, Caterpillars and families, to Early Childhood Central School Road! We are excited to have you begin your child’s education with us in the Francis Howell School District. At Early Childhood Central School Road, we bring the joy of early learning to our students through play. Our site offers two program options, Multi-Age and Off to Kindergarten (O2K).

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Central School Road has supported my children through their early development by fostering a caring environment while supporting their love of learning. Attending Central School Road allowed my children to strengthen their curiosity of learning and provided them meaningful social interactions with their peers.

Amanda M.

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Early Childhood Central School Road is such a wonderful preschool to be a part of. The staff and the students truly are “family”. With a cheerful atmosphere, exciting activities, clean & safe classrooms, a fun-filled outdoor playground, and a colorful big indoor playroom it is hard not to smile and appreciate the joy surrounding this building.

Shelley S.

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If I had to describe my favorite trait of Central School Early Childhood with one word, it would be intention. I love teaching here and being part of this school because we have created a community of kindness with high expectations and supports on every level. Intentionally, we push these young students and ourselves to embrace the growth mindset and the power of the word yet. Our students are shown the importance of making mistakes, bravely trying new things, and building relationships with our staff and their peers. If you join our school, you will be loved and encouraged growing as a member of the Caterpillar family.

Kelly C.

News & Events

Kindergarten registration underway for 2026-27 school year

The district has begun the process of registering students for the 2026-27 Kindergarten class. Missouri law states that students must be five years old before the first day of August to enroll in Kindergarten.

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FHSD to host free back-to-school immunization clinic

The Francis Howell School District is partnering with Compass Health to hold a free back-to-school immunization clinic this summer. This clinic will allow all kindergarten through 12th-grade students in the district to receive routine immunizations.

Kindergarten registration underway for 2025-26 school year

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.