Fayette County School Corporation Announces 2026 Summer Food Program

The Fayette County School Corporation is proud to announce its 2026 Summer Food Program, providing free breakfasts and lunches for all children 18 years old and younger throughout the summer months.

The program will run from June 1 through July 31, 2026, with meal handouts available every Monday and Friday at two convenient locations within the Corporation. Meals are provided through Fayette County School Corporation in partnership with Chartwells School Dining Services.

Meal Service Locations & Times:
Everton Elementary School
Mondays & Fridays
11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.

Frazee Elementary School
Mondays & Fridays
12:00 p.m. – 12:45 p.m.

Program Details
-Meals are free for all children ages 18 and under.
-Meals are packaged as take-home meals and should not be consumed onsite.
-Children must be present to receive meals.
-Distribution lines will form in front of each building.

Monday distributions include:
-4 breakfasts
-4 lunches

Friday distributions include:
-3 breakfasts
-3 lunches

The Summer Food Program is designed to ensure children continue receiving nutritious meals during the summer break when school is not in session. Fayette County School Corporation remains committed to supporting the health and well-being of all students and families in the community.

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1 day ago, Fayette County School Corporation
Summer Food Service 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Fayette County School Corporation Announces Shift in Technology Use for Youngest Learners
May 15, 2026

Connersville, Indiana — The Fayette County School Corporation (FCSC) is announcing an important shift in how technology will be utilized in our youngest classrooms beginning with the 2026–2027 school year.

We believe deeply in the power of relationships, hands-on learning, meaningful connection, and the impact a great teacher can have in a classroom. After thoughtful consideration, conversations with educators and families, and a review of emerging research regarding screen time and brain development, the Fayette County School Corporation has made the decision to move away from 1:1 technology for students in Kindergarten and First Grade.

While technology will continue to play an important role in education, students in our K–1 classrooms will no longer be issued individual devices for daily use. Students will still have occasional opportunities to engage with technology in purposeful and age-appropriate ways, but our primary focus will shift toward direct instruction, collaboration, creativity, movement, literacy-rich environments, and hands-on experiences.

Much research continues to highlight concerns regarding excessive screen exposure for young children, particularly in relation to attention span, language development, social interaction, and cognitive growth. The early years are foundational. Children learn best through relationships, active exploration, real-world experiences, and a strong sense of connection and belonging. Nothing can replace the impact of a caring teacher who knows their students, builds confidence, inspires curiosity, and creates a classroom where every child feels seen, valued, and supported.

In addition to this change for our primary grade levels, the corporation is also actively exploring screen time guidelines and best practices for other elementary grade levels in order to ensure technology use remains balanced, purposeful, and developmentally appropriate.

Fayette County School Corporation will also not be sending elementary Chromebook devices home with students during the summer months. This decision reflects our commitment to encouraging family engagement, outdoor activity, reading, creativity, and healthy balance away from screens when students are outside of the classroom setting.

This shift is not about rejecting technology. Instead, it is about being intentional with technology and recognizing that educational decisions should always be centered on what is best for students developmentally, academically, socially, and emotionally.

We remain committed to preparing students for the future while also protecting the critical experiences that shape strong foundations in early childhood.

“Children only get one childhood. We want our youngest learners spending more time talking, creating, exploring, building relationships, and learning directly from caring adults…not through screens. This decision reflects our belief that strong relationships, hands-on learning, and the presence of an exceptional teacher are some of the most powerful influences in a child’s life.”

— Jeremy Duncan, Superintendent

Fayette County School Corporation appreciates the partnership of our families, teachers, and community as we continue working together to create learning environments that put students first.

5 days ago, Fayette County School Corporation
1:1 Change
Important Frazee Update #2 - water service has been restored to Frazee Elementary School. We plan to hold classes at Frazee today. We are still on a boil advisory so bottled water will be provided for students. Should we happen to lose water during the day, we are prepared to bus students to the high school as we did yesterday. Third St. immediately in front of Frazee is still inaccessible so please use the rear of the building. Thank you for your patience and understanding!
8 days ago, Fayette County School Corporation
Frazee 2
Unfortunately, Frazee Elementary School is still without water this morning. To ensure student safety and continuity for families, and to avoid needing to make up the day after Memorial Day, students should report to Frazee Elementary School following the two-hour delay. Students will then be transported by bus to Connersville High School for the remainder of the school day, just as they were yesterday. At dismissal, students will return to Frazee Elementary School for normal pickup procedures. Thank you for your patience, flexibility, and understanding as we work through this situation.
8 days ago, Fayette County School Corporation
Frazee update
Due to continued issues related to today's water main breaks in town, Frazee Elementary School will operate on a two hour delay on Wednesday, May 13th, 2026. All other Fayette County School Corporation schools will operate on time. Thank you for your understanding.
8 days ago, Fayette County School Corporation
Frazee Delay

Due to several water main breaks and resulting street closures throughout the city of Connersville, bus transportation may be delayed today as drivers navigate alternate routes to safely transport students.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as our transportation team works diligently to adjust routes and ensure all students arrive safely.

Thank you for your continued support of the Fayette County School Corporation!

8 days ago, Fayette County School Corporation
Transportation
We are still unsure of a time to restore water service at Frazee. In order to maintain sanitary conditions and to avoid sending students home to empty households, we are bussing all Frazee students to the high school. Frazee students will have school today in the REW auditorium at Connersville High School. Students will then be bussed back to Frazee this afternoon for dismissal as usual. The Frazee office will remain open for phone calls. If students need to be picked up early for any reason, arrangements should be made through the Frazee office. Thank you.
9 days ago, Fayette County School Corporation
Frazee
Frazee Elementary School is currently without water due to a water main break. We are unsure at this time how long it will take to restore service. Please stay close to your phones as we are still determining a plan of action for the day. Thank you for your understanding.
9 days ago, Fayette County School Corporation
Frazee

A BIG THANK YOU to those who attended Frazee Elementary School's Ribbon Cutting and Open House this week. We were honored to welcome State Representative Lindsay Patterson, EDG Director Brad Colter, Members of the FCSC Board of School Trustees, many current and former teachers, community members, students, and families. It was an awesome evening to celebrate an incredible investment in children here in Fayette County.

Great things are happening at the Fayette County School Corporation!

about 1 month ago, Fayette County School Corporation
Open House
Due to a power outage affecting district operations, the Fayette County School Corporation will operate on a two hour delay today, Monday, March 16th, 2026. Please plan accordingly. Thank you for your understanding.
2 months ago, Fayette County School Corporation
Two Hour Delay

IMPORTANT SCHEDULING UPDATE!
The Indiana Department of Education has graciously granted the Fayette County School Corporation three (3) waiver days due to the impact of weather closures. This means that our students will attend school 177 days rather than 180.

2025-2026 WEATHER CLOSURES:
Tues, Dec. 2nd - Asynchronous eLearning
Mon, Dec. 15th - Asynchronous eLearning
Tues, Dec. 16th - Make-up Feb. 16th
Mon, Jan. 26th - Make-up April 3rd
Tues, Jan. 27th - Waived Day (originally scheduled to be made up May 26th)
Wed, Jan. 28th - Waived Day (originally scheduled to be made up May 27th)
Thurs, Jan. 29th - Waived Day (originally scheduled to be made up May 28th)

*The last day of the 2025-2026 school year is now Friday, May 22nd as originally scheduled.
*IF we have additional weather closures, no additional waiver days will be granted and we will make up days the week of May 25th.

3 months ago, Fayette County School Corporation
Scheduling Update
Calling all future Spartans! Kindergarten Round-Up is coming on April 8th and 9th from 3:30-6:00PM at each of our elementary school buildings. Children should be 5 years of age by August 1st, 2026. Please bring a birth certificate, immunization history, emergency health information, and proof of residency.

Come and experience for yourself all of the incredible opportunities provided for our students. You don't have to reside in Fayette County to attend the Fayette County School Corporation.

Great things are happening at the Fayette County School Corporation!
3 months ago, Fayette County School Corporation
Round-Up
SAVE THE DATE!
Frazee Elementary School is excited to welcome the community to celebrate the completion of its newly renovated building.

Monday, April 6
Ribbon Cutting: 5:30 PM
Open House: 5:30–6:30 PM

The school has undergone a complete floor-to-ceiling renovation, transforming learning spaces throughout the building. In addition to the visible updates, significant improvements were made behind the walls, including upgraded plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems. These enhancements ensure a safe, modern, and comfortable environment for students and staff.

Families, alumni, and community members are invited to join us for this exciting milestone and see the incredible updates firsthand. We look forward to celebrating with you!
3 months ago, Fayette County School Corporation
Frazee Open House
REMINDER - School will be in session on Monday, February 16th due to our weather closure on December 16th. Thank you!
3 months ago, Fayette County School Corporation
Presidents Day
We love it when our students grow! We are elated about the progress our students are making in Mathematics this school year. This chart represents overall student growth from Fall to Winter as measured by NWEA. Our elementary students grew far more and much faster than students across the country taking the same assessment with the same number of weeks of instruction. Our achievement goal is always the 50th percentile (national average) or higher. We are so proud of our students and staff members! Below is a breakdown.

Great things are happening at the Fayette County School Corporation!

Grandview Elementary
Fall Achievement: 53rd percentile
Winter Achievement: 66th percentile
Growth: 69th percentile
Students began the year slightly above average and demonstrated strong growth. By winter, achievement moved well above average, reflecting progress that exceeded national norms.

Eastview Elementary
Fall Achievement: 47th percentile
Winter Achievement: 62nd percentile
Growth: 76th percentile
Students started slightly below average but made very strong progress. By winter, achievement moved to above average, indicating accelerated learning.


Everton Elementary
Fall Achievement: 49th percentile
Winter Achievement: 66th percentile
Growth: 81st percentile
Students began the year near the national average and demonstrated exceptionally strong growth. This resulted in achievement well above average by winter.

Fayette Central Elementary
Fall Achievement: 51st percentile
Winter Achievement: 72nd percentile
Growth: 85th percentile
Students began the year near the national average and demonstrated exceptionally strong growth, resulting in achievement levels that were well above average by winter.

Frazee Elementary
Fall Achievement: 42nd percentile
Winter Achievement: 52nd percentile
Growth: 65th Percentile
Students began the year below average and demonstrated steady, above average growth. By winter, achievement moved to slightly above average, indicating consistent improvement.
3 months ago, Fayette County School Corporation
Math Growth
The Fayette County School Corporation will operate on a 2 Hour Delay on Friday, January 30th, 2026. We encourage the entire Spartan family to drive safely and cautiously. While roads are certainly passable, many, particularly in rural areas, are still snow covered. We would prefer that our students be safe and late than to drive unsafely. We extend a HUGE THANK YOU to those working to clear our roads, clean our lots and drives, and keep our community safe. Also, thank you for your patience and understanding as we have worked through making decisions that are in the best interest of our people. We are excited to see our students!
4 months ago, Fayette County School Corporation
Delay
Due to today's school closure, the Food Pantry and Clothing Closet scheduled for today, Thursday, January 29th, at Little Spartans Preschool, has been canceled. The next distribution date will be Thursday, February 12, 2026.
4 months ago, Fayette County School Corporation
Food Pantry
Due to continued hazardous road conditions, cold temperatures, and drifting snow, the Fayette County School Corporation will be closed on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. At this time, we have still not been granted additional asynchronous eLearning days, so this missed day will be made up on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. There will be no eLearning tomorrow. We will notify families and staff as soon as possible if this changes.
4 months ago, Fayette County School Corporation
School Closed 9035672
Fayette County School Corporation's Early Learning Center (Little Spartans Preschool) will have preschool opportunities for the 2026-2027 school year for children ages 3-5! Children must be 3 years old by August 1, 2026. Click the link to express interest for the 2026-2027 school year:
https://forms.gle/so9jxSK6fEDzCaUy9
4 months ago, Fayette County School Corporation
Preschool Enrollment Facebook Post

The Fayette County School Corporation is currently without phone service. We are working with our carrier who is investigating a possible fiber cut. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

4 months ago, Fayette County School Corporation
No Phones