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Mandatory ORAV
The Online Registration Annual Verification (ORAV) is now available for Parents/Guardians to complete only in their Campus Parent portal account if you are a Parent/Guardian in the primary household. This year ORAV is mandatory and students who do not complete ORAV will be unenrolled on September 1.

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Students smil in the foreground, while the background is a collage of children engaged in various activities. — Prop O and Prop H
On November 3, 2026, the Francis Howell School District is asking voters to consider two no-tax-rate-increase propositions to support the operating budget and fund critical facility needs.

Read more about Prop O and Prop H

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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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 raises her hand 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

A dark blue laptop with a keyboard and screen visible in a dimly lit environment. — New device distribution model will save an estimated $300,000 annually
Beginning this fall, every middle and high school student will be issued a Chromebook at the beginning of the school year. Director of Technology Scott Gowan estimates that this move will save the District $300,000 annually.

Read more about the technology plan

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Welcome to FHN

Jon Schultz - Principal

I am so excited to welcome all of you to the 2025-26 school year. I am truly honored to have the opportunity to join the Howell North family. The Knight community is full of pride in our academic accomplishments, successful involvement in activities, and drive to embrace a collaborative culture. I look forward to hearing from you about the traditions that make North stand out for your students.

District Homepage Testimonial 3

The School district is amazing - we intentionally moved into the district 10 years ago and have continued to be amazed with the curriculum, faculty, and continued support to drive excellence in the education of our students. Having children in all three levels of education in Francis Howell, we see the continuity and superior education offered to all students.

Sam R.

District Homepage Testimonial 2

The District provides a great education and values diverse thought. My children are well supported in all areas of child development, academically and beyond. I think the district has done a tremendous job in listening to both sides of all issues and coming up with reasonable compromised decisions.

Michael T.

District Homepage Testimonial 1

The district does a great job loving our kids and challenging them in their learning in the ways and levels that they need. I wholeheartedly love and appreciate that my child’s teachers worked to bring my son’s reading fluency up to grade level before it hindered his learning or became a belonging or social issue.

Susan M.

News & Events

Francis Howell North students pose for a photo in the order window of the school's student-run coffee shop

FHN students build workplace skills one cup at a time

A student-run coffee shop at Francis Howell North High School has served more than 1,000 cups of coffee since opening in January, giving Special Education students hands-on work experience through preparing and delivering drinks to staff throughout the school day.

Francis Howell North principal Jon Schultz presents a medal to a student at FHSD's annual 4.0 Luncheon

Academics
Awards and Honors

FHSD Honors Seniors with a 4.0 and above Grade Point Average at Annual Luncheon

The Francis Howell School District honored 338 graduating seniors who achieved a grade point average of 4.0 or above on a 4.0 scale at a special luncheon held in their honor at Old Hickory Golf Club on Friday, April 24, 2026.

Francis Howell High School's MAC Scholars read to students at John Weldon Elementary during Black History Month

Academics

Students engage in learning and leadership during Black History Month

Throughout February, schools across the Francis Howell School District celebrated Black History Month with meaningful learning experiences and engaging activities.

Francis Howell high school students bring home statewide honors

Nearly 100 high school students from three Francis Howell high schools participated in the Missouri Youth and Government (MOYAG) Convention in Jefferson City.

FHSD high schools ranked as best in Missouri by U.S. News

All three comprehensive high schools in the Francis Howell School District ranked high on the list of 2025-2026 best high schools, just released by U.S News & World Report.