Events

Family Fun with FRYSC

Upcoming Events 25-26

Salvation Army Angel Tree Applications NOW OPEN!

Salvation Army's Angel Tree Application is officially OPEN for the 2025 Christmas Season! Please scan the QR code to the left, or visit bit.ly/salvationarmy2025 to fill out the application. Application must be filled out COMPLETELY. If you need assistance please reach out to Jessica or Kelly at Cox's Creek or Foster Heights!

Previous Events 24-25

Spring Fling

Kindergarten Registration Night

Preschool Transition

Online Registration

Passion Ignite #3

Holiday Assistance: Thanksgiving & Christmas

With the help of several community partners, FRYSC was able to assist 51 families with Thanksgiving meals and 50 plus families with Christmas Holiday Assistance. Thank you to all of our community partners who make this possible each year!

Cookies With Santa

Family Resource partnered with PTO to host the Cookies with Santa event. Free coats and books were given away by FRYSC.

Operation Warm

Family Resource partnered with Operation Warm to provide 120 coats for the Neighborly FRC Center. FRC set up during Cookies with Santa to provide these free coats to student who needed them.

Friendsgiving

We are so thankful for all our Huskies and their families. Making memories is the best part of family time here at Foster Heights!

Red Ribbon Week: Trunk or Treat & Poster Contest

Passion Ignite

Passion Ignite is a special event for our 3rd-5th grade students to discover new interests and learn about different careers. Community members will lead these fun, hands-on, and informative sessions, which will last for an hour and a half. It’s our version of a Career Day!

Empowering Kids

Family Resource started a new program this year to provide warm fall/winter clothing to students who needed extra support before the holiday season. This program provided 46 kids with 2 outfits, a pair of shoes, and a spirit wear hoodie. Family Resource partnered with community members who sponsored the students and brought the items to the center to be distributed. Family Resource plans on providing this service 2 times a year as long as community members are willing to partner with FRYSC to serve our community.

Caregiver Conference

Are you someone who is taking care of a niece, nephew, grandchild(ren), or friend's child(ren)? If so, we wanted to let you know that there are resources and programs out there that can help support you. Our Caregiver Support Conference was created to do just that! We held our 3rd annual Caregiver Support Conference September 21st. This is a relaxed and stress-free setting where we can share resources and programs available to our Nelson County families.

Shelia Rentfrow - Kinship rep for University of Kentucky shares programs with attendees

Pam Waldridge - DCBS speaks on services for families

Norma Hatfield - Parent shares personal journey with attendees

Nelson Christian Church Volunteers provided a breakfast meal

Birthday Book Celebration

Family Resource was able to secure enough books to celebrate each student for their birthday this year by providing a free book to every student.

Lady Husky Cheerleaders

Family Resource joined in on the Husky Spirit and coached Cheerleading this year along with Coach Keene, Boone, and Downs. So far this year we have had 4 teams of girls cheer on K-5 grade girls basketball. We will continue this program into the boys season. Watching our Huskies shine on and off the court has been amazing! Go Lady Huskies!

GRANDFriends Event

Over 600 in attendance this year for the Grandfriends Event. Grands and their students enjoyed an ice cream social, along with a picture frame and rock painting craft. Family Resource provided a photo booth for some memory making, along with a picture frame craft.

Big Smiles Dental

Big Smiles continues to service students during the school day in the building so that students do not have to miss a day of school. Students receive dental cleanings, fillings, and extended dental work. Big Smiles has been scheduled to come back throughout the year and is already scheduled for the 24-25 Spring Session. If you would like to sign your student up please contact Family Resource. If you previously signed your student up for services, but would no longer like to be seen, please contact Family Resource as the permission form is good for 18 months of services from date of initial signature from guardian.

Back To School Bash

Nelson County School's 3rd Annual Back to School Bash was held on August 3rd, 11 am - 2 pm at Old Kentucky Home Middle School. This event is provided by the Nelson County School's FRYSC team and is separate from back-to-school bashes at each individual school.

Previous Events 23-24

24-25 Early Registration Incentive

FHES Family Resource has teamed up with the Administration Team to provide incentives for early registration students. The first classroom from each grade level that completes registration by April 23rd with 100% will receive a pizza party from Family Resource. Every class that completes registration by April 23rd with 100% completion will receive a popsicle party! The first class that reaches 100% registration from each grade level will win their teacher an extra planning provided by FRYSC. One lucky student will be drawn for an Amazon Fire Tablet.

Questions please contact:

Family Caretaker Jill Howell jill.howell@nelson.kyschools.us

Family Resource Jessica Sutcliff or Kelly Huckelby

jessica.sutcliff@nelson.kyschools.us

kelly.huckelby@nelson.kyschools.us

Foster Heights Welcomes it's Newest Huskies: 24-25 Kindergarten Registration Night

We were so excited to see all of our newest Huskies come into the building! We can't wait for August to see you start your Husky journey with us! If you have not yet registered your student, please contact Jill Howell, Family Caretaker to complete the online registration documents.

Congratulations to the following kiddos on winning the door prize:

Jackson Miller - Backpack full of school supplies

Carson Hill - Backpack full of school supplies

Molly Nalley - Plush Husky

FRYSC Appreciation Week

Please join us in celebrating Family Resource during FRYSC Appreciation Week! What better way than to send in donations to Ms. Jessica and Ms. Kelly. FRYSC is asking for New items. Items needed are listed on the flyer. For questions or assistance please contact Ms. Jessica or Ms. Kelly.

Jessica - jessica.sutcliff@nelson.kyschools.us, 502-373-4334

Kelly - kelly.huckelby@nelson.kyschools.us, 502-849-4141

Big Smiles Visit February 5-7

Student gets filling

Student getting X-ray

Student gets cleaning

Winterfest 23-24

Our Husky Families came out in force during our School-Wide Winterfest February 2. Fun was had by all. Congratulations to all the winners throughout the night. Here are just a few of the highlights from that evening.

Holiday Assistance

FRYSC collaborated with several community partners to provide Thanksgiving Food Baskets, Christmas Food Baskets, and Holiday clothing & gifts for multiple Nelson County Families across the district. If you are in need of assistance throughout the school year, please contact your Family Resource Center.

Cookies With Santa

Students got to partake in activities such as cookies and milk, story time, and photos with Santa.

Friendsgiving

Trunk Or Treat Night

Restocking Candy

Quailman & Captain Underpants to the resuce

Trick Or Treat Fur Friend

ELC Trick Or Treating at Thomas Nelson

Red Ribbon Week

Students were able to celebrate red ribbon week with lots of fun and educational activities. FRYSC provided Red Ribbon Week Swag and classroom competitions daily for students to enjoy and earn prizes. Remix Education brought the wild and fun education setting for students to enjoy.

Red Ribbon Week Ice Cream Social Winners:

3rd-5th Grade: Ms. Beam's Class - Ryanne Reecer

Ms. Glasscock's Class - Barylin Miller & Skylar Balog

Food for Families

Nelson County Staff worked together with several community partners to provide meals for families during Nelson County Schools shutdown days. Family Resource met with staff to make and deliver meals, along with 5 pick-up locations throughout the district.

Big Smiles Dental

Fall Pride Games

FRYSC set up a booth to join in the Fall Pride Games. Some even joined the Kick Ball Tournament. Families were welcome to stop in and get information on all things FRYSC and students could win a cold treat and get some face paint spirit wear.

GRANDFriends Event

Family Resource hosted the GRANDFriends Event in which GRAND's or Loved ones were invited to come and share in a fun-filled evening of activities with their littles. The activities included rock painting,interviews, photo frame making, & pictures, along with an Ice Cream Social. We hope to continue this tradition for many years to come.

Painting Rocks with a Grand

Interviewing a Grand

Painting Picture Frames with a Grand

Enjoying Ice Cream with a Grand

Caregiver Support Conference 23-24

Are you someone who is taking care of a niece, nephew, grandchild(ren), or friend's child(ren)? If so, we wanted to let you know that there are resources and programs out there that can help support you. Our Caregiver Support meetings were created to do just that! We would like to invite you to join us at our Annual Caregiver Support Conference on September 16th, from 10 am to 1 pm. This is a relaxed and stress-free setting where we can share resources and programs available to our Nelson County families. There will be activities available for children, and lunch will be provided. We hope you can join us!

Supporting YOU while you support a loved one

Family Resource held their 2nd Annual Caregiver Conference on Sept 16th at the Nelson County Library. Families were treated to guest speakers with resources, lunch, and activities for the children. Family Resource is continuing to build a caregiver group within our community to better support non-traditional families. If you are interested in this group please contact your Family Resource Coordinator today!

Having Fun in the Childcare Room

Marleesa Starks QA Specialist with Lincoln Trail Area Development District

Childcare Provided by Education Collaboration Students

Sheila Rentfrow, MSEd Kinship Program Coordinator

CRANK IT UP Car Show

Join the UPFoundation on September 10 from 11-4 for their Car Show and Family Fun Day. FRYSC will be out with a booth set up to answer any questions or assist with any student needs this school year. Food Vendors and Craft Booths will also be set up for your enjoyment.

Location: Nelson County Area Technology Center 1060 Bloomfield Road Bardstown Ky. 40004

Time: 11am-4pm

Contact: Misty Roller for more information. 270-465-1960 misty.roller@nelson.kyschools.us

Husky Glow Run

FRYSC teamed up with Foster Heights PTA to host a Glow Run Event at Thomas Nelson High School. Students and Staff met around the track to run into the night and have fun with glow lights, music, and friends.

Walking with your bestie

Bubble Fun

Glowing in the Night

Nelson County School's 2nd Annual Back to School Bash was held on July 29th, 2023 11 am - 2 pm at Thomas Nelson High School. This event was provided by the Nelson County School's FRYSC team and is separate from back-to-school bashes at each individual school.

On behalf of the FRYSC team, I would like to express our sincere gratitude to everyone who contributed to making this event a success. We are truly grateful for the support we received from our sponsors and families, and we hope that you had a memorable experience. Your support means everything to us, and we are already looking forward to seeing you again next year!

Students enjoying activities

Community Partners Join The Fun

Music Therapy Introduction

Previous Events 22-23

23-24 Early Registration Incentive

FHES Family Resource has teamed up the Administration Team to provide incentives for early registration students. The first classroom from each grade level that completes registration by April 28th with 100% will receive a pizza party from Family Resource. Every class that completes registration by May 18th with 100% completion will receive a popsicle party!

Questions please contact:

Family Caretaker Jill Howell jill.howell@nelson.kyschools.us

Family Resource Jessica Sutcliff or Amanda Jones

jessica.sutcliff@nelson.kyschools.us amanda.jones@nelson.kyschools.us

Adult & Teen Financial Literacy Night

Please join Family Resource and WesBanco for a FREE Adult & Teen Financial Literacy Night. This event will take place, Wednesday March 1, 2023, 6pm-7pm at Nelson County High School. Refreshments provided by WesBanco. Please fill out the Google Form by scanning the QR code or type in the bit.ly to RSVP. Hope to see you there!

Winterfest 22-23

Our Husky Families came out in force during our School-Wide Winterfest February 3. Fun was had by all. Congratulations to all the winners throughout the night. Here are just a few of the highlights from that evening.

Red Ribbon Week Ice Cream Social Winners:

K-2nd Grade: Ms. Garrett's Class - Easton Watts

3rd-5th Grade: Mrs. Allgeier's Class - Chloe Riggs

Holiday Assistance

Every year FRYSC partners with several community partners and staff to provide supplemental holiday assistance. This year FRYSC also partnered with the Husky Community Leaders (student Passion Ignite Group) to collect items to provide Holiday Food Baskets for Families in need.

Cookies With Santa

Students got to partake in activities such as cookies and milk, story time, photos with Santa, and music provided by our Husky Show Dogs Passion Group.

Santa with one of our youngest Huskies

Show Dogs Perform

Has anyone seen Rudolph?

Big Smiles Dental Visit

Big Smiles came twice to see kiddos that signed up for dental cleanings, fillings, and extended dental work. Big Smiles has been scheduled to come back at the beginning of the 2023 school year.

Trunk or Treat Night

FRYSC - I’ll * Be * There * For * You

4th Grade Rockstars

Red Ribbon Week Celebration Oct 24-31

Students were able to celebrate red ribbon week with lots of fun, educational activities. FRYSC provided Red Ribbon Week Swag and classroom competitions daily for students to enjoy and earn prizes. Our local K9 Unit stopped by for a demonstration. Remix Education brought the wild and fun education setting for students to enjoy. FRYSC provided an adult Substance Abuse Education Night. And Staff got to enjoy make your own Caramel Apples provided by FRYSC.

K9 Turbo gives a Demonstration

Remix Education Dance Off

Dress Up Old Day

FRYSC provides some staff appreciation snacks

Husky Community Leaders

FRYSC Fall Passion Ignite consisted of students from 3rd-5th Grade that signed up for the Husky Community Leader Passion. In this Passion students learned how their small contributions to their community made a HUGE impact for others. Student held multiple donation drivers for such programs as Holiday Food Assistance, Husky Food Pantry, Hygiene Items, and needed items for a local Animal Shelter.

Barktown Animal Shelter Drive

Students created food baskets

Food Baskets with the help of the Nelson County Sheriff's Office

Enjoying a Pancake surprise after all their hard work collecting donations

Annual Caregivers Conference 22-23

Guest Speaker: Norma Hatfield

Norma shared her story of becoming a caregiver

Guest Speaker: Sheila Renfrow

Sheila shared valuable kinship information

Summer Reading Winners

Literacy Team and Family Resource (FRYSC) team up to support our Husky Readers in Summer Reading programs. Winners pictured received prizes for their hard work.

Back to School Bazaar

Free Community-Wide Event Aug 6, 2022 - Hosted By Nelson County FRYSC Coordinators

School Supplies, Clothing, and Community Information Provided

Nelson County Nursing Staff Educating Families

Family Fun

Nelson County School Board Information

Family Fun

Previous Events 21-22

Preschool Transition Visit

Our newest Huskies were invited to come spend time with our current Kindergartener's and Teachers for a meet and greet welcoming visit. Later that night they were welcomed back into the building for Kindergarten Registration and fun activities in the building.