Seven individuals, including two incumbents, are seeking to fill three spots on the Fort Thomas Independent Schools Board this November. As part of LINK nky’s efforts to keep our community informed and prepared for the upcoming elections, we have asked each of the candidates to answer the same five questions. Without further ado, here are […]
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Fort Thomas city administrator passes the baton
The city of Fort Thomas said goodbye to longtime City Administrator Ron Dill and welcomed his replacement, Matt Kremer. It was a bittersweet moment when Dill, who had been with the city for more than 36 years, choked back a few tears, gave his last report to council and took the opportunity to thank his […]
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Digital Start for Fort Thomas Schools August 31
Fort Thomas Independent Schools will begin Fall Semester digitally on August 31. The plan is to bring students who opted to be on campus this semester onsite on September 28 in keeping with the governor’s lastest recommendation. By Robin Gee Only a few hours before the August school board meeting, Fort Thomas Independent Schools […]
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NKY Chamber Announces Leadership Northern Kentucky Class of 2021
Bill Bradford with Fort Thomas Independent Schools will be a part of the Leadership Northern Kentucky class of 2021. (Img: FTM File) The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce (NKY Chamber) is pleased to announce the 42nd class of Leadership Northern Kentucky (Leadership NKY). The 2021 class will include 41 professionals from businesses and organizations across […]
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Johnson Elementary School Construction Well Underway
Construction on the new Johnson Elementary is moving along. This is Building One near the corner of Cliffview and North Fort Thomas avenues. by Robin Gee When Johnson Elementary School teachers, staff and students return to in-person learning next fall, if all goes well, they will have brand new school buildings on their campus. Construction […]
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Gov. Beshear Provides Updates on School Closures, Unemployment, New Cases
By Jessie Eden In Monday’s daily press conference, Governor Andy Beshear announced six deaths due to the coronavirus. There were no deaths in Northern Kentucky today. In addition, Gov. Beshear announced 102 new cases. Of those new cases, there were 10 in the following counties; – 2 in Campbell County – 7 in Kenton County […]
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FTIS Collecting Gift Cards Today for Family Impacted by House Fire
FTIS will be collecting gift cards to help the family affected by a house fire yesterday afternoon. Gift cards will be collected til 5 p.m. Fort Thomas Independent Schools will be collecting gift cards on behalf of a family who experienced a house fire on Tuesday. The family of six has four children who attend […]
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Moyer Students Present on First Year of Leader in Me Initiative
Ruth Moyer Elementary students presented on their first year with the Leader in Me initiative. The program introduces leadership “habits” that encourage student engagement and leadership. By Robin Gee The 2019-2020 school year is the first year for the Ruth Moyer Elementary Leader in Me program. As the February student showcase feature, students from the […]
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Ongoing dispute between family, FTIS enters into appeal process
By Robin Gee This week the Cincinnati Enquirer reported on an ongoing dispute between the parents of a Highlands High School senior and the Fort Thomas Independent School District over the student’s graduation status. WCPO-TV also covered the issue. RELATED: Opinion: Kids do better when parents and schools work together (Enquirer) According to reports, the […]
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FTIS Once Again Ranked #1 Best School District in Kentucky
Fort Thomas Independent Schools once again ranked #1 for Best School District in Ky. By Jessie Eden Fort Thomas Independent Schools has once again been ranked as #1 in the state of Kentucky for Best School District in Kentucky by Niche.com. Murray Independent Schools in Murray, Ky, claimed the #2 ranking and Beechwood Independent Schools […]