Shoutout to our FFA students for proudly representing and ringing the bell in the Battle of the Bells! 🔔

Your leadership, service mindset, and willingness to give back reflect the strong values of FFA and make a real difference for the St. Francois County United Way. Thank you for stepping up and supporting our community in such a meaningful way.
5 months ago, Director of Communication
FFA members ringing the bell at WalMart
FFA members ringing the bell at WalMart
Several of our teams will be participating in tournaments over the break. We have the tournament bracket for the 70th Annual Bob Sechrest Central Christmas tournament here: https://t2m.io/BoysBracket

Good luck to the Knights!

#BKP #TheKnightWay #GoKnights
5 months ago, Director of Communication
70th Annual Bob Sechrest Central Christmas Tournament Farmington vs Central Saturday, December 27th 4 pm
Thank you to Megan, Ollie, Susan, and Shay for representing the W.L. Johns Administrative Building in the Battle of the Bells! 🔔

Your time, energy, and willingness to step up helped support the St. Francois County United Way and made a real impact in our community. We appreciate you showing up, ringing loud, and giving back in such a meaningful way.

Want to sign up? https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0449AFAD22A1FD0-58704773-2025/47615224#/
5 months ago, Director of Communication
Battle of the Bells - Megan, Ollie, Susan and Shay ringing the bell at WalMart
Thank you to the members of the Farmington High School Key Club for stepping up to ring the bell for the United Way of St. Francois County! We appreciate your giving spirit this holiday season and all year round!

There is still time to sign up to ring! Check out the sign-up form here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0449AFAD22A1FD0-58704773-2025#/
5 months ago, Director of Communication
Farmington High School Key Club members ringing the bell along with an elementary student.
The Farmington R-7 Special Services Department spent time ringing the bell for the St. Francois County United Way, sharing compassion, encouragement, and holiday cheer with everyone who passed by.

Their work supports students and families every day, and this was another meaningful way they gave back to our community.

Want to be part of the Battle of the Bells? Sign up today! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0449AFAD22A1FD0-58704773-2025/47615224#/
5 months ago, Director of Communication
FSD Special Services staff members ringing the bell outside WalMart
Thank you to Mr. Landon from TLC and his fiancée, Brooke, for braving the cold and ringing the bell for the United Way!

We’re grateful for their willingness to step up and serve, helping support important programs that make a difference right here in our community.

Want to get involved too? Sign up here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0449AFAD22A1FD0-58704773-2025/47615224#/

5 months ago, Director of Communication
Landon and Brooke ringing the bell
The Farmington R-7 Instructional Coaching team rang the bell for St. Francois County United Way, sharing encouragement, gratitude, and holiday cheer with our community.

Their work supports teachers and students every day, and this was another great example of leadership through service.

Want to join the Battle of the Bells? https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0449AFAD22A1FD0-58704773-2025/47615224#/
5 months ago, Director of Communication
FSD Instructional coaches ringing the bell for the United Way
Several Truman Learning Center Kindergarten staff members rang the bell for St. Francois County United Way, spreading joy, kindness, and holiday spirit throughout the community.

They pour so much care into our youngest learners each day, and this week they extended that same heart through service to others.

Want to join the Battle of the Bells? https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0449AFAD22A1FD0-58704773-2025/47615224#/
5 months ago, Director of Communication
TLC staff members ringing the bell outside WalMart
TLC staff members ringing the bell outside WalMart
We’re proud to celebrate the outstanding work of our counseling teams at Lincoln Intermediate, Truman Learning Center, and Farmington High School. 🎉

Representatives from DESE joined us at the December Board of Education meeting to formally recognize these schools with the Gysbers Missouri Comprehensive School Counseling Program Award, honoring their commitment to high-quality, student-centered counseling programs. Congratulations to the counselors and staff whose dedication helps support the success and well-being of our students every day.

#SafeandHealthySchools #TheKnightWay #Ignite
5 months ago, Director of Communication
Gysbers Missouri Comprehensive School Counseling Program Award Winners and the representatives giving them the awards at the BOE meeting
Last week's Black Knight Insight visit was powered by student voice. Participants spent the day learning directly from students as they showcased their programs and explained what learning looks like at Farmington High School.

From dissecting sheep hearts in BioMed and making wreaths in Floral Design, to hearing from ROTC, Ag, Banking, BKTV, Special Olympics, and Wise Knights Café students, every stop highlighted hands-on, real-world learning. Participants even helped record announcements in the BKTV studio. The day wrapped up with Incubator students pitching business ideas and learning how Transition students gain real-world work experience.

When students lead, their learning speaks for itself. 💛🖤
#CommunityConnectedness #StudentVoice #FutureFocused #TheKnightWay
5 months ago, Director of Communication
Collage of students and Black Knight Insight participants participating in classroom activities
Collage of students and Black Knight Insight participants participating in classroom activities
Collage of students and Black Knight Insight participants participating in classroom activities
Collage of students and Black Knight Insight participants participating in classroom activities

The Jefferson Elementary Student Ambassadors spent time last week ringing the bell for the St. Francois County United Way, sharing smiles, confidence, and kindness with everyone they met.

These students are great examples of leadership and service, and we’re proud to see them representing their school and our district so well.

Want to get involved in the Battle of the Bells?

5 months ago, Director of Communication
student ambassadors ringing the bell for the United Way with Mrs. Keutzer
student ambassadors ringing the bell for the United Way with Mrs. Sullivan
✨ Thinking about Color Guard? ✨
Now’s the perfect time to give it a try.

Farmington’s 2026 Winter Guard program is open to all students in grades 8–12, and no audition is required. If you enjoy movement, music, teamwork, or want to try something new, this is a great opportunity.

Here’s what to know:
• Practices are Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00–6:00 pm
• Runs January 8 through April 9
• Held at Dayse Baker Learning Center
• Showcase performance: April 11 at 5:00 pm



📩 For more information, contact:
Coach Moulton at tmoulton@farmington.k12.mo.us
Coach Chilton at achilton@farmington.k12.mo.us
Come try it out and see where it takes you.
5 months ago, Director of Communication
2025 Winter Guard - Ashlee Chilton try out info same as in caption

LOCATION CHANGE - Please note that the Board of Education Meeting for December will be held at Lincoln Intermediate. The back parking lot is available, and you can enter through the cafeteria doors. We will be honoring several groups this evening.

Also, please note that Board of Education candidate filing for the April 2026 election is open at the WL Johns Administrative Building until December 30, 2025, at 5:00 pm.

5 months ago, Director of Communication
Board of Education Next Meeting:  December 16th, 5 pm at  Lincoln Intermediate    BOE candidate filing for the April election is open at the WL Johns Administrative Building until December 30, 2025, at 5:00 pm
We are incredibly grateful to the Heisel family for their generous $1,000 donation in support of our Farmington Robotics program, Team IgKnight 5060.

Robotics provides students with hands-on experience in engineering, coding, teamwork, and problem-solving, but it also comes with high costs, including a $6,300 registration fee, equipment, and travel expenses. Support like this helps remove barriers so students can focus on learning and competing.

Last season, Team IgKnight 5060 had its strongest year yet, finishing 10th out of 45 teams at the St. Louis Regional and advancing to the playoff bracket for the first time in program history.

If you or your business would like to support our robotics team and invest in student innovation, we welcome your partnership. Together, we can continue building strong STEM opportunities for our Knights.

Thank you, Heisel family, for believing in our students and their potential.
5 months ago, Director of Communication
Heisel family presenting the check to Mr. Noblin and the FHS students.
The Farmington Girls Swim Team is making a splash with their first home meet of the season today.

📅 Monday, December 15
⏰ 4:00 PM
📍 Farmington Civic Center
🆚 Washington High School

Come out and support our swimmers as they compete at home for the first time this season! Go Knights!
#BKP #TheKnightWay #Ignite
5 months ago, Director of Communication
girls swim team portrait
CTA President Mrs. Sheri Whitener represented the Farmington Community Teacher Association last week by ringing the bell for the St. Francois County United Way. ❤️🔔

Her time and dedication reflect the strong commitment our educators have to serving both students and the broader community. We’re thankful for her leadership and support of this meaningful cause.

Want to join in and make a difference?

Sign Up Today! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0449AFAD22A1FD0-58704773-2025/47615224#/
5 months ago, Director of Communication
Mrs. Sheri Whitener Farmington CTA President ringing the bell
Another group of awesome bell ringers for the FSD! Thank you to Hawks Basketball, 2nd graders from Roosevelt, and several staff members for braving the colder temps and ringing the bell for United Way!

Sign your group up today!

Desloge/Farmington Wal-Mart:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0449AFAD22A1FD0-58704773-2025#/

Farmington Schnucks: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0449AFAD22A1FD0-58704734-2025#/

5 months ago, Director of Communication
Roosevelt staff members ringing the bell for the United Way
students from Roosevelt ringing the bell and Mr. Birkner
students from Roosevelt ringing the bell
The WL Johns Administrative Building represented the FSD this past week by ringing the bell for United Way of St. Francois County!

Want to get involved too?

How to Sign Up
Choose your location and grab a spot:
Desloge/Farmington Wal-Mart:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E04
...

Farmington Schnucks:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E04
...

🛎️ What to Expect
• 1–2 hour shifts, very flexible
• Dress warm and bring your festive gear
• Smiles, kindness, and a meaningful impact

🎄 Who Can Participate?
Students, staff, families, and friends, everyone’s welcome!
5 months ago, Director of Communication
Gretchen Hill Mindy Southern and Dr. Gibbs ringing the bell in front of WalMart
The FHS Choraliers traded their concert stage for a bell stand this week, bringing music, joy, and holiday spirit to the United Way’s Battle of the Bells.

Their voices always brighten our community, and today their service did too. Thank you, Choraliers, for sharing your time and your talent.

How to Sign Up
Choose your location and grab a spot:
Desloge/Farmington Wal-Mart:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E04
...

Farmington Schnucks:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E04
...

🛎️ What to Expect
• 1–2 hour shifts, very flexible
• Dress warm and bring your festive gear
• Smiles, kindness, and a meaningful impact

🎄 Who Can Participate?
Students, staff, families, and friends, everyone’s welcome!

#CommunityConnectedness #TheKnightWay #BattleOfTheBells #BKP
5 months ago, Director of Communication
FHS Choraliers
Our Farmington R-7 nurses rang the bell this week, bringing their trademark warmth and compassion to the Battle of the Bells.

They care for our students every day, and their service to the community reaches far beyond the walls of our schools. Thank you for the love and support you share all year long.

How to Sign Up
Choose your location and grab a spot:
Desloge/Farmington Wal-Mart:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E04
...

Farmington Schnucks:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E04
...

🛎️ What to Expect
• 1–2 hour shifts, very flexible
• Dress warm and bring your festive gear
• Smiles, kindness, and a meaningful impact

🎄 Who Can Participate?
Students, staff, families, and friends, everyone’s welcome!

#CommunityConnectedness #TheKnightWay #BattleOfTheBells #BKP
5 months ago, Director of Communication
Four school nurses ringing the bell at WalMart