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Frankston ISD has announced summer operating hours for its weight room, which will remain in effect through July 31. The facility will be open on weekdays from 5:30 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. and again from 4:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Weekend hours will be 5:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. The district also reminded users to […]
Area Schools Prepare for 2026 Graduation Ceremonies Several East Texas schools are preparing to celebrate the Class of 2026 with graduation ceremonies later this month. Arp Independent School District will hold graduation ceremonies Thursday, May 21, at 7 p.m. in the high school auditorium. Bullard Independent School District plans to hold graduation Friday, May 22, […]
Students in Mrs. Reynolds’ class at Frankston ISD recently celebrated a major accomplishment after completing the writing process and submitting their mystery stories to Studentreasures Publishing Company. Their work was officially published, making the students published authors. To commemorate the achievement, the class held a special VIP Day, which stood for “Very Important Published Authors.” […]
Frankston Independent School District (ISD) teachers Debbie House and Sheila Parrott recently received grant funding through the Texas Public Schools Initiative Program. Michael Johnston of the William Foster Masonic Lodge in Frankston presented the teachers with a $1,500 check in support of their classroom projects. Ms. Parrott received funding for her project titled “Math […]
Fifth-grade students explored the day and night cycle through a hands-on classroom activity using marshmallows, food coloring, and a lamp. This interactive lesson helped students observe how Earth’s rotation creates daylight and darkness. Recently, fifth-grade students explored the day and night cycle through a creative and engaging classroom activity. Students used jumbo marshmallows and food […]
Frankston ISD has announced that America Chavez Gomez has been awarded the UT Tyler Honors Scholarship in the amount of $40,000. The scholarship was presented during a surprise ceremony hosted by the UT Tyler Honors College at the Frankston ISD Administration Building, where she was joined by family members, friends, and district administrators. To qualify […]
Team Earns Second Place The Frankston High School girls powerlifting team competed at the Sabine Meet on Monday,January 5. During the competition, Frankston secured second place as a team, demonstrating astrong overall performance at the event.Several athletes earned notable individual placements at the meet. Ella Dowling placed first,as did Jenna Gould. Ayden Powell also earned […]
Hearing Frankston Independent School District has announced a public hearing to review thedistrict’s 2024–2025 Annual Report. According to information shared by the district, the meetingwill include discussion of the Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR), which outlinesacademic performance and accountability measures for the school year.The public hearing is scheduled for Monday, February 16, 2026, at 6:00 […]
Indians of the Month Frankston Independent School District recognized its January Indians of the Month, honoringindividuals across district campuses. According to information shared by the district, therecipients were recognized for their hard work, dedication, and positive influence within theirschools.The January Indians of the Month include EmmyLou Rogers, Jayden Souza, and LiamAndrade from Frankston Elementary School; […]
Frankston Independent School District announced details for the Frankston Elementary UIL Awards ceremony and provided important check-in information for parents and adult attendees. According to information shared by the district, the UIL Awards will take place on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. in the Frankston Elementary cafeteria. Parents are invited to attend the […]
