The Kentucky Office of Adult Education

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National Center for Families Learning

Thorn Hill is part of the 60X30 initiative of the NCFL.

“It is both an honor and a deep responsibility to help create the first Family Learning Community in the nation in the place I call home and Thorn Hill Education Center has proven to be a strong partner in this important effort. Thorn Hill is known as a leader in adult education throughout the state. I look forward to seeing their expertise shine as we partner together to create multigenerational impact for Franklin County families.” Dr. Felecia Cumming Smith, NCFL President & CEO.

The Paul Sawyier Public Library

Our mission statement says that the “Paul Sawyier Public Library exists to provide opportunities for lifelong learning through free and open access to materials and resources that inform, educate, enrich, inspire, and entertain.” All of that is true, but what you will appreciate is the way we go about fulfilling our mission statement.

Franklin County Public Schools

FCS will provide an inclusive and equitable learning environment, will develop the whole child, and will prepare every student for success!

The City of Frankfort

Frankfort is the capital city of the U.S. state of Kentucky and the seat of Franklin County. It is a home rule-class city.^[6] The population was 28,602 at the 2020 United States census. Located along the Kentucky River, Frankfort is the principal city of the Frankfort, Kentucky Micropolitan Statistical Area, which includes all of Franklin and Anderson counties. It is the 4th least populous state capital in the United States, and the 13th most populous city in Kentucky.

Franklin County Fiscal Court

​The governing body of Franklin County consists of a Fiscal Court.  The Fiscal Court is comprised of the County Judge Executive, elected at large by residents of the entire county, and six magistrates, elected by residents of their corresponding district.  Members of Fiscal Court are elected on a four year term.

Frankfort Independent Schools

The Frankfort Independent Schools are a unique community in which there is a strong commitment to a 3:1 Approach that involves focusing on equipping students with social/emotional support, academic/behavioral support, and access to opportunities. Through these three commitments, we are providing learning experiences that inspire students, families, and staff to aim high and grow into the best version of themselves. 

Buffalo Trace

For over 200 years, Buffalo Trace Distillery has been defined by a dedication to one craft: making fine bourbon whiskey. Thorn Hill has been recognized by the Gold Ring Foundation yearly.

Bluegrass Theatre Guild

A non-profit, volunteer-driven community theatre
group dedicated to the performing arts in Central Kentucky.

Wanda Joyce Robinson Foundation

It is the Mission of the Wanda Joyce Robinson Foundation to provide mentorship and resources to children, youth, and families impacted by incarceration. It is the Vision of the Wanda Joyce Robinson Foundation to end the cycle of incarceration by providing the children and youth that we serve with a path of hope and a vision of a successful future.

Capital City Christian Church

Sponsor of the NCFL initative, 60X30 initiative of the NCFL. Frankfort is in the process of becoming the first Family Learning Community in the country. Support from CCC Church will assist in attaining this goal.

The Kiwanis Club of Frankfort

The Kiwanis Club of Frankfort is an integral part in the community. Members of the Kiwanis Club are continually raising money, attending and participating in events, grilling and helping the children of Frankfort. Kiwanis Club of Frankfort meets on Thursdays each week at the Office Pub and Deli. The Kiwanis Club is the official grillers of the annual fundraising event at Thorn Hill, Spellapalooza.

Rotary Club of Frankfort

Serving the Frankfort community by living our Rotary motto of Service Above Self. Rotary meets at the American Legion Building on Wednesday at noon.

Optimist Club of Frankfort

The Frankfort Optimist Club is a service civic club that works and advocates to be a friend to the community. Optimist meets at the Office Pub and Deli on Tuesday at noon

Thorn Hill is an official testing site for Pearson VUE testing. See the school calendar for official testing dates. Additional dates may be added.

Thorn Hill offers Pro V testing every Thursdays, all examinees must sign up of the Pro V site.