November 25, 2024

Dear Families,

Thank you for joining us for parent - teacher conferences the last two weeks. Having that in person touch point with families is so helpful in collaborating around your child and their learning.

On Friday we had our November Panther Pride assembly. We celebrated our school-wide work on Vocabulary, continued our monthly work of learning how to greet one another in other languages, we honored our November Panthers of the Month, and we launched our December focus of “Caring about others feelings.”

Our Panthers of the Month are nominated by staff for consistently being respectful, responsible, and ready to learn. Congrats to Caidence R., Mason M., Emmett H., Azmi D., Alice F., April M., Cashtyn B., Pranita A., and Makayla F. for being selected as our November Panthers of the Month.

We also celebrated classes via the “Golden Awards:- the Golden Sneaker, the Golden Paintbrush, and the Golden Kazoo. These are traveling trophies that are handed out to a class that is nominated by our PE, Art, and Music specialists for showing consistent Panther Pride in our specialist classrooms.

Golden Sneaker - Mrs. Michel’s 3rd grade class

Golden Paintbrush - Mrs. Foley’s K5 class

Golden Kazoo - Ms. Prusko’s K5 class

We hope everyone enjoys some extended time away from school as we have No School from November 27th- December 2nd, with students returning to class on Tuesday, December 3rd.

Sincerely,

Ashley Imperiale

Programming Note: Due to the shortened week this week with the Thanksgiving break, we will not run a building bulletin newsletter next week after Thanksgiving. You can expect our next building bulletin newsletter on Monday, December 9th!

On Tuesday, November 19th, the Wisconsin Department of Instruction released the 2023-24 State Report Cards for all public schools and districts, publicly funded charter schools and private schools participating in a parental choice program.

Of note for this year: There have been scoring changes made by the State to better reflect student performance. These scoring adjustments will allow for student achievement to be comparable to last year. This one year scoring change only applies to the 2023-24 Report Cards. DPI has shared this “What’s New for the 2023-2024 Report Cards” resource to support understanding of the latest updates.

We are very proud of the work across the district to help Franklin Public Schools to be recognized as “Exceeds Expectations”!

The report card for Pleasant View is here

For more details and to view the FPS district and school report cards, please visit this page here. Thank you to our students, staff and family/community members for their support of student learning in Franklin Public Schools.

Thank you,

Dr. Jessica Moe, Assistant Superintendent for Continuous Improvement

Franklin Public Schools

To celebrate November's Indigenous Peoples' Heritage Month, Pleasant View Elementary parent Ke'kshia Anqa' (Sheila Navarro), who is a member of the Menominee Nation of Wisconsin and the Mohican Nation Stockbirdge-Munsee Band of Wisconsin, shared Native Fry Bread and Wojapi with the staff in the breakroom this week. The Fry Bread was made gluten free and vegan and the berries picked this summer right here in WI! Such a great way for the PV staff to share in the cultural heritage of some of their family members!

All students are required to go outside for recess daily unless the windchill is below zero or it is raining. When the temperature is below 50 degrees students are required to wear jackets/coats. Please make sure your student is dressed properly for the cold weather with hats, gloves, scarves, boots and snow pants. Snow pants and boots are required to be worn in order for students to play in the snow. Classrooms stay together as a group on a designated area of the playground - if your child's classroom is assigned a grassy area, this makes snow pants and boots essential.

Now that we have officially had our first snowfall of the season, we want to review basic bus safety rules and winter safety tips and we encourage you to review these with your children.

• Be at stop on time: Students are expected to be at their assigned stop 5 minutes prior to their assigned time. We do ask for a 5 minute window both before the student’s assigned time and after the assigned time for transportation to arrive. If we are notified that a bus will be late 10 minutes or more we will do our best to notify all families that this will affect.

• Allow enough time: When roads, walkways and driveways are slippery or snow covered, rushing to get to your stop on time can actually slow you down. Encourage your children to leave a few minutes earlier than usual and take their time to get to their stop. This can help to avoid falls on the slick pavement.

• Bundle Up: Students need to keep warm while at their stop. But they also need to be able to hear and see their surroundings. Be sure that their vision or hearing is not impeded by winter or other accessories.

• Electronic Devices, Put Away: Not looking where you are walking is dangerous whether there is snow and ice or not. Watch your step and take it slow.

• Give Grace: Snow and icy roads can slow the buses down which may affect pickup and drop off times. Drivers may need to take extra time while getting to a stop so we ask for some patience and grace when waiting for a bus. This is a great reason to utilize the Here Comes the Bus app (iOS App Store or Google Play) for the Go Riteway routes! Note that the first time use code for FPS is 30112.

Click here to see snapshots taken of the students during this school year

This year's PV Carnival will be held March 7, 2025, from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm.

The PTO is in need of a couple of volunteers to oversee the Carnival.

If interested or have any questions, please email: pvpto14@gmail.com

Earn Box Tops with Digital Receipts!

If you’re shopping online for groceries or get emailed receipts, you can still earn Box Tops for Pleasant View!! For more information, please visit https://www.boxtops4education.com/emailgroceryreceipts.

Scanning is easy!!

• download the Box Tops for Education app at the App Store

• Sign up for Free

• Enter Pleasant View Elementary School

• Start scanning! (Scan receipt within 14 days of purchase)

• For more information, please visit www.BTFE.com

In the event we have inclement weather, the information below is helpful for parents and students to understand in regards to FPS School closures. This information is also housed on our website here

How are closures determined?
When inclement weather is approaching or evident, we work to make a school closure determination and communicate this to families by 6 am at the latest. When our local weather authorities begin discussing the possibility of severe weather, FPS District Administrator Annalee Bennin will consult with various sources about the impact potential weather may have on the ability to hold school. These sources include National Weather Service updates (Milwaukee/Sullivan Office), road condition reports, and conversations with other area superintendents.

If schools are closed, all after-school activities, including athletic competitions, practices and FPS Community Education & Recreation activities, will be canceled unless otherwise communicated. Please know that the safety of our students and staff is our top priority. We will always make decisions out of caution and, at the same time, communicate with you as early as possible.

How can families and staff expect to receive information about closures?
The following are the ways we communicate the closing and where you can expect to see information:

• Parents and Staff will be sent an email, phone call and text message alert.

• Students will be sent an email at their @franklinsabers.org account (4K, 5K, & up through 12th grade)

• Closing information will be posted to our district and school webpages (in the “News” feeds).

• Closing information will be posted to our district social media channels (be sure to like or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram if you don’t already!).

• Closing information will be shared with local media outlets so that our information is included in the weather updates that occur via local news online and on TV (CBS58, FOX6, TMJ4, WISN12)

How do closures impact school days?
The state of Wisconsin’s Department of Public Instruction (DPI) requires a minimum number of instructional minutes during the school year. Our current school calendar allows for one School Closure day across the district. If we were to see subsequent closure days, FHS will need to adjust scheduling for the remainder of the school year in order to meet DPI requirements. If we experience more than three school closures at the elementary and middle school level we will communicate around further adjustments that may need to be made. Outlined below is what families can expect:

• Closure #1 - 4K-12 no school, no virtual learning

• Closure #2-3 - 4K-8th - No school, no virtual learning
  9-12th grade - HS will communicate adjustments to accommodate instructional minutes per DPI

• Closure #4+ - The district will communicate any further changes that may need to take place district wide

The Forest Park Middle School Drama Club presents the madcap mystery-comedy “Who Killed Elvis?”

When the Verelli family holds an Elvis impersonation contest for their newly renamed business, the “Elvis Ate Here” Inn, a host of star-struck Elvis fanatics shows up with the media in tow. Just what they needed to boost profits! Unfortunately, the Verellis get more than they bargained for. Order up for one “Heartbreak Hoagie,” some “Love Me Chicken Tenders” and an “All Shook Up Shake,” but who asked for two murders?!

Friday, December 6 @ 7:00 p.m.

Saber Center for the Performing Arts

Adults $8 | Student/Child $6

Get tickets here!

We still have a few spots available in the Franklin High School Child Development II student sponsored “Saber Pre-school” for children ages 3 to 5 on various days in December!

Saber Pre-school is designed for children ages 3 to 5 who are toilet trained and ready to experience a supportive and enriching pre-school environment. The student teachers prepare daily lesson plans that not only provide opportunities for the Little Sabers to develop socially, but also to enhance their kindergarten readiness skills. The Saber Pre-school program offers a truly excellent experience for both our big and small students.

Class time will be from 9:00 to 10:15 am and tuition is $20 to cover the cost of materials and snacks for the entire 3 weeks. Saber Pre-school will include story time, large and small group activities, free time, songs and other fun activities. Pre-registration is required. Registration closes when we hit 25 participants or by THIS Wednesday, November 27th at the latest. If you know someone who has a child ages 3-5, please help us by sharing this message to them!

CLICK HERE for the Informational Flyer | CLICK HERE to register

The FHS FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America) club is sponsoring its THIRD annual WINTER ACTIVITY DAY for any Franklin Public Schools students in grades 4K-5th grade. The event will take place on Saturday, December 14th from 2pm-4pm in the FHS Main Commons. Need some extra time to shop? Let the kids enjoy snacks, crafts, activities and fun while you use the afternoon time to get ready for the holidays! The costs will be $15 for your first child, $10 if you have a second child and $5 for any additional children. If you are planning to have your children attend, please complete this REGISTRATION FORM before Friday, December 13th at noon. Payment (cash, check or card) will be accepted when you drop off your child(ren). If you have any questions, please reach out to student leader Kaitlyn Klinkowitz kaitlyn.klinkowitz@franklinsabers.org or advisor Lauren Zomboracz at lauren.zomboracz@franklin.k12.wi.us

Join Character Kids for our fun-filled After School Theater Classes at Pleasant View! The Winter Session runs Tuesdays, 3:20-4:20 pm, December 10 - March 11 (11 weeks, no class 12/24, 12/31 or 1/21). Students will explore new stage skills, theater games and performance material at each session; so new and returning students are welcome! Parents are invited to a special performance on the last day of class. Focus is put on developing imagination, social skills and a positive self-image through the performing arts. Visit our website for more info or to register.

FBLA Winter Activity day - 12/14

FHS Baseball MKE Burger Night - 12/23

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Location: 4601 W Marquette Ave, Franklin, WI 53132
Phone: 414-423-4650
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