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National Search Underway for Next Superintendent

The Francis Howell School District Board of Education has partnered with a search firm to conduct a nationwide search for the district’s next superintendent.

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Important Updates to the 2024-25 School Year Calendar

The Francis Howell School District Board of Education has approved changes to the 2024-2025 school year calendar, aligning with new requirements under Senate Bill 727.

Read more about calendar changes

Howell of Fame
Howell Of Fame Nominations Now Open

The Howell of Fame Awards are back to recognize outstanding contributors in the Francis Howell community! Celebrate those who go the extra mile for our students, staff, and schools. Don't miss the chance to honor those who make a significant impact on our District. Let's celebrate community and excellence together!

Nominate someone for Howell of Fame today!

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Stay Informed About Inclement Weather

Stay informed about potential school closures due to inclement weather by keeping your contact info up-to-date through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal. All parents/guardians listed in Infinite Campus Parent Portal are automatically registered for inclement weather notifications. Make sure your information is up to date.

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Niche names FHSD best district in St. Charles County

Francis Howell School District is ranked #1 in St. Charles County and 10th in Missouri by Niche's 2025 Best Districts list, placing in the top 3% with an A rating.

Read more about FHSD's Niche Ranking

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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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Welcome to Westwood

Dr. Eddie Rodgers

The educational philosophy of Westwood is to provide education, counseling, behavioral and family support to the children who have been designated by the Francis Howell School District to have educational needs beyond what the district can offer them at their home school.

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    Small class sizes, personalized instruction, and attention to detail, is what drew us to Westwood Trail Academy.  The administrator and staff are approachable and passionate about going above and beyond to ensure each child is seen, heard, cared for and supported. They focused on improving our son’s areas of need while also bolstering his individual strengths.  He is now more confident in his abilities and successfully advocates for himself.  Not only did they help him to unlock the barriers he had to traditional learning, but they also taught him the value of hard work and perseverance.  Westwood Trail Academy partners with parents and students to ensure success.

    Ally R.

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    We are forever grateful that their approach to developing the “whole child” with academics, social and emotional learning, relationship building, and post-secondary support helped get our son back on track for graduation. His success is their success.

    Patrick R.

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    If you’re looking for a place that works hard to understand you & make you feel accepted; this is it. Westwood Trails Academy is more than a school; it’s a community where learning & personal growth are connected.

    Barry B.

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