Local Excellence in Education: Three FHSD High Schools Earn PLTW Distinguished Status

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The Francis Howell School District (FHSD) has been recognized for its commitment to STEM education, with three of its high schools named Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Distinguished Schools for the 2023-2024 academic year. The schools honored are Francis Howell High School, Francis Howell Central High School, and Francis Howell North High School. This is the fourth time in five years these schools have received this honor, highlighting their ongoing commitment to high-quality STEM education.

PLTW, a leading nonprofit organization, provides STEM education programs throughout the United States, focusing on engineering, biomedical science, and computer science. These programs are a key part of the curriculum at the three FHSD high schools, offering students hands-on learning experiences and the chance to earn college credits.

The PLTW Distinguished School recognition is based on several criteria, including the range of PLTW courses offered, student engagement in these courses, and efforts to ensure diverse participation across race, ethnicity, poverty, and gender lines. FHSD’s high schools have met these criteria by making PLTW programs accessible to a wide range of students, preparing them for future technological challenges.

Dr. Lucas Lammers, FHSD Director of Secondary Education, expressed pride in the district's consistent recognition by PLTW. He credited the success to the hard work of the district’s educators, students, and administrators, who have collectively enhanced the district's STEM education and enriched students' learning experiences.