Dear Franklin Academy Families,

As we reach the end of the semester, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for welcoming me into this incredible community. These past months have been an unforgettable journey, and I feel truly blessed to serve as your principal. The support and partnership I’ve experienced from our families, staff, and students have been remarkable, and it is clear that Franklin Academy is a place where excellence thrives.

As we head into the holiday season, I want to wish each of you a joyful and restful time with your loved ones. Whether you’re traveling, celebrating at home, or simply enjoying the break, I hope this season brings peace and happiness to your family.

I also want to emphasize the importance of staying connected through my newsletters. My goal is to keep you informed and engaged with everything happening at our school, from upcoming events to exciting accomplishments. Please take a few moments each month to read these updates—they are my primary way of ensuring our partnership remains strong and that you’re always in the loop.

Thank you again for an amazing first semester. I look forward to continuing this journey together in the new year as we work toward making Franklin Academy an even better place for our students to learn and grow.

Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!

Sergio Delgado, your proud principal

This month, we proudly shine the spotlight on Mr. Saenz, our exceptional band teacher who has been with Franklin Academy since the very first day we opened our doors. From the beginning, Mr. Saenz has been instrumental in building a vibrant music program that enriches the lives of our students.

With his passion for music and unwavering commitment to his students, Mr. Saenz has created an environment where creativity and talent flourish. His ability to inspire confidence and teamwork is evident in every performance, making our school community proud time and time again.

We are grateful for the dedication and heart that Mr. Saenz brings to Franklin Academy. Thank you for helping us hit all the right notes, Mr. Saenz! 🎶

We are excited to announce the implementation of a Winter Break IXL Challenge for students in grades 1-10! This challenge runs from Friday, December 20th until Wednesday, January 8th.

Students are encouraged to complete 4 skills on IXL during this period. For each subject completed, they will receive 5 extra credit points towards their lowest test grade in quarter 3. The subjects are as follows:

· Grades 1-6: ELA/Math

· Grade 7: ELA/Math/Civics

· Grade 8: ELA/Math/Science

· High School: Algebra/Geometry students and Grades 9 & 10 ELA

This is a fantastic opportunity for students to earn extra credit points while also preparing for the upcoming end-of-year state assessments scheduled for April /May.

See details below on how to complete the Winter Break IXL Challenge:

• Grades 1-5 Winter Break IXL Challenge
• Grades 6-8 Winter Break IXL Challenge
• High School Winter Break IXL Challenge

If you have any questions r need assistance regarding this challenge, please email our K-12 Dean of Academics at wehn.michelle@franklin-academy.org

We are excited to offer an array of almost 20 clubs this quarter. Sign up for Quarter 3 clubs is now open and will close at 11:59 on Friday, January 10th, see links below.

Registration: https://franklinacademypphsregistration.wufoo.com/forms/q1d6p1aw0yjt6p8/

Club Descriptions: https://ppk12.franklin-academy.org/enrichment-clubs-k-8

Please email Mr. Garwood garwood.howard@franklin-academy.org if you have any questions in regards to Q3 clubs.

Thank you.

To ensure we have the most accurate contact details for your family, please take a moment to update your information in PowerSchool. Keeping your contact information current helps us communicate important updates and support your child’s education effectively. For your convenience, we've included a tutorial video to guide you through the process. Just click here or in the PowerSchool picture.

Thank you for your cooperation!

• Grade 9 and 10 PM2 makeups will begin January 8th, 2025, and will continue until the end of the month of January. If your student missed the exam in December, please make sure they are on time to school so they can complete the exam on the day they are called for.
• Middle of the Year NWEA MAP Growth assessments will be taking place from January 7th to the 17th during student’s English class.

Dear Franklin Academy Families,

We want to take a moment to express our gratitude for your ongoing support of our school community.

As a Title 1 School, we would like to remind all our families that we at Franklin Academy participates in the National School Lunch Program and free or reduced pricing will be available for those that meet the guidelines.

While all our students are currently receiving free lunches, we need your help to apply for the Free and Reduced Lunch Program. Completing this application is essential for our school to continue receiving funding from the state and keep our Title 1 Status, which allows us to provide vital resources and support to our families.

Your participation in this program is crucial, and I encourage each of you to take a few moments to apply. Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to our students' success. Please complete the form using the link below to see if you are eligible for free or reduce lunch pricing.

https://www.myschoolapps.com/Application

Application should be completed on a desktop/laptop. If/Or a district is requested to select, select Franklin.

School to select: 5046 Franklin Academy Pembroke Pines 6-8 HS

If you already applied online for Free & Reduced Lunch Meal Benefits and have application status questions, please email lunch@franklin-academy.org

Happy holidays!

Please see attached two fliers with information about Broward County Libraries' upcoming ready for college and SAT/ACT workshops scheduled in 2025. Most of the ready for college workshops are online while SAT/ACT workshops are offered in various locations throughout the county.

The SAT/ACT workshop series at Southwest Regional Library will be held towards the end of May – please encourage your students to try to attend SAT/ACT workshops at other locations, if possible, because the workshops at Southwest Regional Library is very popular and fill up quickly when registration opens.

Thank you,

YMCA of South Florida is hosting a FREE Scholarship Fair on January 21st from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM. There will be some colleges that are accepting students and awarding scholarships on the spot. See flyer below.

Thank you!

January 9th:

https://franklin2017.s3.amazonaws.com/4/ckeditor/Sals

2nd Grade Frost Museum Field Trip 2025

8th Grade Gradventure

FortifyFL is a suspicious activity reporting tool that allows you to instantly relay information to appropriate law enforcement agencies and school officials. All Franklin Academy students have access to FortifyFL via their Clever portal dashboard.

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