Franklin Special District

06/10/2026

Franklin Special District’s leadership team came together today for a day of collaboration, learning, and strategic planning during our annual Leadership Retreat. Throughout the day, principals, district leaders, and instructional teams engaged in meaningful conversations focused on strengthening outcomes for students and staff across FSD.

Highlights from today’s work included:

* Practicing Results Coaching strategies to support continuous improvement
* Participating in team-building activities that strengthen collaboration across schools
* Discussing employee relations and ways to foster a positive workplace culture
* Reviewing processes that help connect students with the right support at the right time
* Participating in roundtable discussions focused on ELA and Math fluency, student motivation, and student responsibility
* Beginning the process of identifying and prioritizing key agenda items for the 2026–27 school year

The team also took time to celebrate Amy Fisher, FSD’s retiring district nurse, and recognize her years of dedicated service, care, and commitment to the students, families, and staff. Her impact on our schools and community are immense.

We look forward to tomorrow’s professional learning opportunity with Solution Tree’s Eric Twadell.

06/10/2026

Academically, Franklin Special District stands apart. It is a Tennessee Department of Education “Exemplary District” – one of only 14 statewide. Among Tennessee’s 147 public school districts, it consistently ranks in the top 10 percent across all standardized test categories, outperforming state averages by double digits. All FSD elementary schools have been recognized as Tennessee Reward Schools, and more than 70 percent of faculty and administration hold advanced degrees.

Read more in Williamson Parent magazine.

For families who value a whole-child approach to education, Franklin Special District (FSD) offers something truly distinctive: a close-knit public school community where students are known.

06/09/2026

06/09/2026

At tonight’s School Board meeting, Franklin Special District Instructional Technology Specialists Dr. Amber Whitley and Shelly Robinson were recognized for earning Certified Education Technology Leader (CETL) designation through the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN).

The CETL certification is awarded to educational technology leaders who demonstrate advanced knowledge and expertise in effectively integrating technology into K–12 learning environments. The certification process includes a rigorous examination covering areas such as digital learning, data-informed instruction, cybersecurity, technology leadership, and strategic planning.

This professional achievement strengthens FSD’s ability to support teachers in using instructional technology platforms to enhance classroom engagement, analyze student performance data, and make informed instructional decisions that support student growth.

06/09/2026

At tonight’s Board of Education meeting, Dr. Alisha Erickson was honored for receiving the University of Tennessee’s William J. and Lucille H. Field Award for Excellence in School Principalship for the State of Tennessee (Elementary Division). The award recognizes school leaders whose impact extends beyond academic achievement to the culture, relationships, and vision they build within their schools.

Under Dr. Erickson’s leadership, Poplar Grove has earned statewide recognition for both student achievement and its collaborative school culture. Her approach to leadership has focused on creating an environment where students, teachers, and families work together toward a shared commitment to excellence.

Congratulations to Dr. Erickson on this well-deserved recognition!

06/09/2026

Congratulations to Beau Bigler, Franklin Special District’s Student Artist of the Month. Beau was nominated by Poplar Grove Elementary art teacher Mrs. Hamby and selected for his creativity, artistic talent, and thoughtful approach to his work. His artwork is currently on display in the FSD Central Office Gallery and is also featured on the FSD employee birthday cards. Beau was recognized by the FSD Board of Education and Director of Schools, Dr. David Snowden, at tonight’s School Board meeting.

06/08/2026

Franklin Special District is proud to honor these FSD support staff members with a Recognition Award for this quarter's trait of Reliability. These team members set the standard for dependability, consistently supporting their coworkers and contributing to the success of our schools. Thank you to Chuck Sugg and Sonic for sponsoring this award.

06/05/2026

What an incredible experience for our students! Hands-on learning experiences like this annual trip inspire curiosity and lasting memories. Thank you to our dedicated chaperones and families for making this learning adventure possible!

06/03/2026

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06/03/2026

What does it look like when science class travels to the ocean? Freedom Intermediate students are finding out firsthand, on a multi-day field study at Marine Lab in Key Largo, FL. They’re snorkeling, observing, and asking questions that only this hands-on environment can answer, with more still to come before the week is out!