

APRIL 2025
COURAGE
I TRY TO BE BRAVE WHENEVER I CAN BE
- Elementary students can make the right choices and decisions, even if they are difficult to make, when they are using courage.
- They know and understand what is good, true, and right.
- These K-5 students can stand up with courage instead of hiding in fear of what is correct.
BALANCED
I HAVE A TRANQUIL BODY, ACTIVE MIND
AND A VIBRANT SOUL
- Grades 6-8/MYP Y3 students can manage various aspects of their lives to achieve optimal well-being for themselves and others, when they are using their MYP IB Learner Profile Trait of being balanced.
- 'Balanced' students can manage their intellectual, physical, and emotional health.
This April, we stand in solidarity with National Child Abuse Awareness Month to promote safety, support, and advocacy for all children. We’re committed to fostering a safe, nurturing environment—and encouraging conversations that protect and empower our students.
Together, we can make a difference.
Payment Deadline: All payments are due by Tuesday April 1, 2025.
No further payments will be accepted after the deadline.
Quarter 4 Clubs will begin on Monday April 7, 2025.
Last day of Q4 Clus is Thursday May 22, 2025.
- Academic Camp for our K–8 students will continue this month on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
- Grades Kindergarten – 2 will conclude on Tuesday April 22, 2025.
- Grades 3–8/MYP Y3 willlfinish on Tuesday April 29, 2025.
- Camps for Grade 5 Science and MYP EOC Assessments begin this month for registered students.
Observed globally on April 2, this day promotes understanding, acceptance, and inclusion for individuals with autism. Let’s celebrate the unique strengths and perspectives of those on the spectrum—and work together to build a more inclusive world.
Quarter 3 Student Report Cards will be shared electronically on Tuesday April 8, 2025.
You can also see the report in your parent/guardian powerSchool account.
On Tuesday April 8, 2025, families of student athletes in Grades 2-7/MYP Y2
are invited to join our Cheerleading Information Meeting, via Teams, at 7:30pm!
Parents/Guardians who attend our menchie's fundraising event are eligible to receive
1 off-campus service hour. Be sure to complete an off-campus service hour form
and attach your receipt before submitting it to your child's homeroom teacher.
Eligible student athletes in Grades 3–8/MYP Y3 will be taking
their group and individual pictures on Thursday, April 10, 2025.
Franklin Academy - Pembroke Pines
Building Better People, Every Day
Website: https://ppk8.franklin-academy.org/
Location: 18800 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines, FL, USA
Phone: 954-703-2294
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Twitter: @FranklinCharter