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CSF 3rd Quarter News 2025-26

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Welcome to our digital source of CSF news & media!

Every quarter, we will give you an inside look at some of the awesome

things that have been going on in our schools over the last nine weeks.

Keep scrolling to check out all that's been happening at Frankfort!

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Frankfort’s Matthew Berry Signs Intent To Play Baseball At Franklin College Wednesday Evening - Clinton County Daily News

With a full room of family, coaches, and friends Matthew Berry signed his letter of intent. Matthew will be going to Franklin College south of Indianapolis to play baseball and will be taking Business Management and Accounting. Coaches Andy Dudley, Cormac Jewell, and Leo Lopez were in attendance with Matthew tonight. Best of Luck Matthew

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Frankfort High School DECA Chapter Honored at 2026 State Competition

FRANKFORT, IN (WLFI) - Three students from Frankfort High School's DECA chapter brought home top honors from the 80th Indiana DECA State Conference.

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Green Meadows Earns #1 Spot at State Science Bowl Competition - Clinton County Daily News

A team of 11 fifth-grade students from Green Meadows Intermediate earned first place at the 2026 Indiana State Science Bowl, competing against 14 schools from across Indiana! The competition featured multiple rounds focused on science knowledge and application, with an emphasis on the water cycle. In the Team Round, students worked together to answer 15

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Frankfort High School FCCLA Students Bring Home State Competition Medals - Clinton County Daily News

Students from the Frankfort High School chapter of FCCLA recently returned from the Indiana FCCLA State Competition, with every student competitor earning a medal in their respective events. FCCLA, which stands for Family, Career and Community Leaders of America, is a national student organization connected to Family and Consumer Sciences classes. The program helps students

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Frankfort High School Students Showcase Musical Excellence at ISSMA Solo and Ensemble - Clinton County Daily News

ISSMA Solo and Ensemble provides choir, band, and orchestra students the opportunity to perform either as soloists or in small ensembles for trained adjudicators. Students prepare and perform a selected piece of music and receive professional feedback along with a performance rating. The event emphasizes musical growth, discipline, and performance excellence. Participants are evaluated using

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Frankfort High Students Earn National Recognition from College Board - Clinton County Daily News

Thirty-nine (39) students at Frankfort High School have earned recognition by the College Board National Recognition Program! The College Board National Recognition Program awards academic honors to high-performing students within the context of their community to celebrate their hard work and be seen by colleges. Students can receive up to three award designations—School Recognition, First-Generation

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How Science Fair Projects Take Shape at the Community Schools of Frankfort - Clinton County Daily News

Each spring, Frankfort students take part in the Lafayette Regional Science and Engineering Fair. While the competition takes place in March, the work behind each project begins much earlier in the school year. Students in grades 5-8 who participate in CSF’s High-Ability program begin brainstorming their science fair ideas within the first month of school.

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Investing in Early Education: Benefits of CSF Preschool Program Offerings - Clinton County Daily News

Community Schools of Frankfort believes that strong beginnings matter when it comes to a child’s education. For years, the district’s PreK program, housed at both Blue Ridge Primary and Suncrest Elementary, has helped prepare young learners for a confident start to their educational journey. Beginning with the 2026-27 school year, changes are coming to the

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Rhoda, Hanna Serve as Mentors for Indiana’s Next Generation of Superintendents - Clinton County Daily News

The future of public education leadership in Indiana was on full display this week as 13 aspiring superintendents gathered for the tenth cohort of the Indiana Aspiring Superintendents’ Academy (IASA), a premier leadership development program hosted by the Indiana Association of Public School Superintendents. Among those serving as mentors to the newest cohort are Dr.

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Frankfort Choir Students Earn Gold at Solo & Ensemble, Advance to State - Clinton County Daily News

Local choir students delivered an impressive performance during the first round of Solo & Ensemble competition, earning top honors across multiple categories and continuing their success at the state level. In the opening round, choir members received 13 gold-rated solos, two silver-rated solos, one gold large ensemble, and one gold small ensemble, showcasing the strength

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The 2026 Hot Dog Hall of Fame Board - Clinton County Daily News

The Hot Dog Hall of Fame Board of Directors recently announced the inductees to this year’s Hot Dog Hall of Fame class. The induction ceremony will be held in the FHS cafeteria during the Hot Dog Festival on Saturday, July 25th at 4:00 p.m. These inductees will be recognized with a plaque saluting their achievements

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Frankfort High School DECA Chapter Honored at 2026 State Competition - Clinton County Daily News

A small but mighty group of three students from the Frankfort High School DECA chapter recently represented their school at the 80th Indiana DECA State Conference. Chapter president Lily Rockhold earned second place in the Financial Consulting event, continuing a successful competition season that began with an impressive performance at the district-level event. The chapter

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Blue Ridge Primary Students Share the Love Through Artwork - Clinton County Daily News

Second graders at Blue Ridge Primary School recently found a creative way to show appreciation for the educators and staff members who make a difference in their lives every day. Students spent the month drawing pictures of their favorite teacher or staff member, pouring their hearts into each colorful creation. From classroom teachers to support

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Community Schools of Frankfort Plans $16 Million, Tax-Neutral Bond for Athletic Upgrades - Clinton County Daily News

Community Schools of Frankfort Superintendent Dr. Matt Rhoda says the district will seek approval for a little over $16 million in new bonding authority to upgrade athletic facilities and the high school swimming pool, while keeping the school tax rate flat for local property owners. Rhoda discussed the plan, along with ongoing construction and looming

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Frankfort High School expands college credit opportunities through partnerships

Frankfort High School students have expanded opportunities to earn college credit before graduation through programs designed to save families money and prepare students for postsecondary success, Community Schools of Frankfort

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Community Schools of Frankfort explains staffing changes in video message

Community Schools of Frankfort released a video on social media Thursday in which Superintendent Matt Rhoda addressed upcoming staffing changes for the 2026-27 school year and explained the financial factors

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Frankfort 6th-grade girls edge Crawfordsville 23-20

The Frankfort Middle School 6th Grade girls basketball team earned a hard-fought 23-20 victory over Crawfordsville this week, showcasing grit and teamwork from start to finish.

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Local students serve as Senate Pages at Statehouse

Two area students got a behind-the-scenes look at state government last week when they served as Senate pages at the Indiana Statehouse.

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Frankfort Middle School Wrestling Team Wins County Championship

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Check out the latest Superintendent Town Hall videos, featuring familiar CSF faces,

Roaming with Rhoda at FHS, and Farley's Frankfort Fun Facts!

CSF Town Hall: Jonas Clayton Inspires Students to Achieve | January 2026

CSF Town Hall: Updates on Registration & Weather Delays/Closings | February 2026

Season 4 of the FHS Tradition of Excellence series is underway! Check out the latest episodes!

Tradition of Excellence with Lauren Ehrmann S4 E5

Tradition of Excellence with MACKENNA ELDREDGE S4 E6

CSF Director of Student Achievement Lesley Miller brings us the Hot Dog Blog each month to spotlight things that make our district great. This year's theme focuses on how Community Comes First at the Community Schools of Frankfort - in more ways than just in our name!

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Community Collaboration for Great Attendance - January 2026

DECA's Legacy to Serve Their Community - February 2026

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