The Latest from L'Etoile

Dear Franklin Academy Families,

I hope you enjoy this long, well-deserved Memorial Day weekend!

What a fantastic week we’ve had! From Kindergarten Round-Up and the Culture Fair to the IB Exhibition and the completion of testing, these events have been truly successful and meaningful. We’re looking forward to tomorrow as we celebrate our Kindergarten, 5th, and 8th Grade Graduations—such a special milestone for our students and families. It’s hard to believe we’re already heading into the final week of the school year!

It has truly been an honor to serve as Principal of this incredible school. I’m so proud of our students, grateful for our dedicated staff, and beyond appreciative of the support we’ve received from our families. Together, we’ve created a strong community where students thrive.

This Thursday, May 29th, we’ll be celebrating our students during our Quarter 4 Carnival—a fun tradition we all look forward to. Then on Friday, May 30th, we’ll close out the year with an early release and a special dress down day to thank our students for their hard work and impressive test scores.

Students may wear school-appropriate pajamas or summer attire on May 30th. Please ensure all clothing is appropriate for a school setting. If not, families will be contacted, and students will need a change of clothes before returning to class.

Dismissal on Friday, May 30th:

• Elementary: 11:30 AM

• Middle School: 12:30 PM

Please note: There will be no aftercare on May 30th. We also encourage families to check with their aftercare bus provider, as some do not operate on half days.

Thank you once again for your continued support and for sharing your amazing children with us. Enjoy the rest of the long weekend—we’ll see you on Tuesday!

All the best,

Mrs. L’Etoile

Principal

We greatly value your opinion and perspective. That's why we are reaching out to request your input through our annual Anonymous Parent Satisfaction Survey.

At Franklin Academy, we believe in continuous improvement and ensuring the best possible educational experience for our students. Your feedback is crucial in helping us identify areas of strength and areas that require our attention. By participating in the survey, you will have a direct impact shaping the future of our school and the quality of education we provide.

The survey covers a wide range of topics, including curriculum, teaching methods, extracurricular activities, communication, facilities, and overall satisfaction. Your responses will remain anonymous and confidential, allowing you to share your thoughts openly and honestly.

Your valuable insights will:

• Help us understand what is working well and maintain those practices.
• Highlight areas that need improvement and allow us to develop action plans.
• Strengthen communication and collaboration between parents, teachers, and administrators.
• Ensure that our decisions align with the needs and expectations of our diverse parent community.

We kindly request a few moments of your time to complete the survey. Your participation will make a significant difference and contribute to the betterment of our school community as a whole.

Here are the steps to access and complete the survey:

• Log into PowerSchool [ps.franklin-academy.org]
• Click on Forms (located on the left side of screen)
• Scroll down to the '24-25 Franklin Academy- Anonymous Parent Satisfaction Survey'

***Alternatively, you can also find the survey inside of the PowerSchool Parent Mobile App***

Please note that the survey will is available now to Monday, May 26th at 11:00 pm. We encourage you to complete it at your earliest convenience to ensure your voice is heard.

As we celebrate the season of love, we invite you to take a moment to recognize the hard work and dedication of our amazing Franklin staff. Please fill out the form above to give a shout-out to a staff member who has made a positive impact on your child’s education. Your feedback is essential in recognizing our team’s efforts and helps motivate them to continue making a difference in our students' lives. By sharing your positive experiences, you contribute to fostering a supportive and encouraging learning environment for all.

Thank you for your continued partnership in your child’s education and for helping us celebrate the incredible work of our staff!

It’s time to update your registration for the upcoming school year!

Please note, this is different from the Intent to Return form. While the Intent to Return simply lets us know that your child will be coming back next year, the registration form is where you’ll:

- Update your contact information

- Make transportation requests

- Ensure we have the most accurate details for your student

We kindly ask that you take a few moments to complete this important step. Your time and attention to this process are truly appreciated! Thank you for being a valued part of our Franklin community.

As we approach the end of the school year, we’re excited for our upcoming End-of-Year Carnival, a special event designed to celebrate students who have demonstrated positive behavior throughout the quarter. This carnival serves as a Quarterly Behavior Celebration, recognizing students who uphold our school’s expectations and values.

As a reminder, per our school’s protocol, students who have been suspended or have received four or more infractions this quarter will not be eligible to participate in this event.

We encourage you to have a conversation with your child about the importance of making good decisions, demonstrating self-control, and following our Core Values so that all students can enjoy this exciting celebration together.

Thank you for your continued support in fostering a respectful and responsible school community!

Service Hours Reminder
There are only 14 days left of school to complete your required service hours!
Please review the calendar below for available opportunities to volunteer and fulfill your hours. Thank you for your support and commitment to our school community!

5/24- Graduation for grades Kindergarten , 5th and 8th

5/26- 24-25 Parent Satisfaction Survey Due

5/26- No School/ Offices Closed

5/29- Quarter 4 Celebration- End of Year Carnival

5/30- Early Release day/ Last Day of School (No Aftercare)

6/11- Campus Tour at 6:00 pm

6/19- Offices Closed

6/26- Report Cards Issued

First-time Portal Users: To Access the Volunteer Portal, you are required to complete a one-time “Volunteer Application”. Once the application is approved, you will receive an email with instructions on the next steps, including a link to setup your portal password. All information will remain confidential.

Returning Portal Users: Click HERE to sign in.

Franklin families can access their child(ren)'s username and password via the website based Parent Portal of PowerSchool. The information can be found by clicking "Student ID's" on the left-hand side and looking under "student credentials". These credentials allow students to access clever, which connects students to curriculum materials (like HMH, Go Math, iXL, progress learning...etc), google classroom, PowerSchool, and more.

For a more detailed parent tutorial on how to access the Parent Portal of PowerSchool and look up student credentials, please click here to view this short interactive video tutorial.

In the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), agency refers to the capacity of students to take ownership of their learning. It's a core concept that reflects how students are empowered to:

• Voice their opinions, ideas, and choices.

• Choice in how and what they learn.

• Act on their learning and decisions to make a difference.

Student agency in the PYP is about students being active participants—not passive recipients—in their education. This includes making decisions about their learning goals, how they approach tasks, collaborating with others, and reflecting on their progress.

Ways Students Can Practice Agency Over the Summer

• By pursue personal interests and passions through independent reading, research, or creative projects- this could involve exploring a new topic, learning a new skill, or pursuing a hobby.

• By setting goals and taking initiative, students can continue to develop their independence and self-direction, while also staying engaged and motivated.

• By taking action on issues that are important to them. This could involve volunteering in their community, raising awareness about a social or environmental issue, or starting a project that addresses a local or global problem.

We are excited to announce that Franklin Academy is now accepting applications for the 2025-2026 academic year, with the goal of achieving full enrollment at each grade level. To support this effort, we are launching a Parent Referral Program and encourage all of our current families to help spread the word and refer new families to our school.

By participating, families can earn service hours for each referred family that attends a campus tour. Additionally, new families will be entered into a drawing for a free Franklin uniform set upon enrollment.

Here’s how you can get involved:

• Pick up referral postcards at the front office or access digital copies on our website and in our weekly newsletter.
• Share the postcards in person, via social media, text, or email.
• Encourage referred families to attend a campus tour with completed materials.

Franklin Academy is known for its high academic standards, consistently exceeding district and state performance benchmarks. With our dedicated teachers, small class sizes, and unique IB World School designation, we ensure that your child receives the best possible education.

Thank you for being an integral part of our community and for helping us grow and strengthen the Franklin family!

Fortify FL is a suspicious activity reporting tool that allows students to instantly relay information to appropriate law enforcement agencies and school officials.

QUICK AND EASY SAFETY TIP SUBMISSION

By accessing Fortify FL, students can provide a description of the threat, share pics, and videos and optionally submit their contact information. Submissions can be anonymous or non-anonymous. Submitting a tip is quick and easy using our mobile app or website.

All Franklin Academy students have access to Fortify FL via their Clever portal dashboard.

https://www.franklin-academy.org/fortifyfl

Please review the list below of who to contact when certain questions/concerns arise.

Dash Pass-:Please ensure that you have an active Dash Pass account and it is working upon arrival on campus. Any Dash pass questions, please contact Ms. Huelsman at huelsman.tina@franklin-academy.org

Service Hours: Please ensure that you have a Raptor account to log your parent volunteer hours. Any questions please contact Ms. Dowdell at dowdell.alexandria@franklin-academy.org

Transportation: All transportation inquires should be directed to Ms. Huelsman at huelsman.tina@franklin-academy.org

Clever Access: If you are experiencing difficulties with your Clever account, please contact Ms. Plummer at plummer.danielle@franklin-academy.org

Family Tech Guide

Power School Access: If you are experiencing difficulties with your Power School account, please contact Ms. Atway at atway.faten@franklin-academy.org

Our office hours for in-person assistance are as follows:

Office Hours: 8:45 AM - 1:45 PM

Additionally, you can reach us by phone at any time during the following hours:

Phone Hours: 8:00 AM -4:30 PM

No School/ Office Open Holiday Hours: 8 am-3:00 pm

What's on the menu?

Connecting to your online lunch account. for snacks and ice cream.

Adding funds to your student's account

Franklin Academy, Boynton Beach Campus

Building Better People Every Day

7882 South Military Trail, Boynton Beach, FL 33463

561-767-4700

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