The Latest from L'Etoile

Dear Franklin Academy Families,

As we wrap up another wonderful week at Franklin, I want to take a moment to extend my warmest wishes to all of our families who are celebrating this season of reflection and renewal. Whether you're observing Passover, Good Friday, or Easter, may this time bring peace, joy, and meaningful moments with loved ones.

This week, our gym was filled with music, dancing, skits, laughter, and pride as our students took the stage for our K-3 and 4-8 Spring Concerts. Each performance was truly magical, and it was such a joy to watch our students shine. Their confidence, creativity, and spirit were on full display, and it was a beautiful reminder of the incredible talent and heart within our school. Thank you to our teachers, staff, and especially our families who showed their support by attending and cheering on our students. These are the moments that make Franklin feel like family.

As we head into the weekend, here are a few reminders and upcoming events:

No School – Friday, April 18

STAR and FAST Spring Assessments: Our final round of assessments is approaching. Please check the schedule in the newsletter to ensure your child is ready to finish strong.

Take Your Child to Work Day – Thursday, April 24, A meaningful opportunity for students to explore future careers. Details for participation can be found in this newsletter.

Last Day for Personal Checks – April 30, We kindly remind families that we will stop accepting personal checks after this date.

Mother’s Day Bundt Cakes – $6, Celebrate the special women in your life while supporting our SGA! Order details are included in the flyer linked below.

Staff Shout-Outs, If a staff member has made a difference in your child’s life, please take a moment to recognize them by submitting a Staff Shout-Out. A few kind words can go a long way!

As always, thank you for being such a vital and caring part of our school community. May this holiday weekend be filled with love, gratitude, and connection.

All the Best,

Mrs. L’Etoile

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!

Please note that April 30th will be the last day we will accept personal checks for the school year. After this date, all payments must be made via online or money order.

We are pleased to announce that our school will be hosting an International Baccalaureate (IB) Evaluation Visit from April 23-25. This visit is a regular part of the IB programme’s commitment to maintaining high standards of education and ensuring continuous improvement in teaching and learning.

During the visit, the IB evaluation team will meet with school leadership, faculty, students, and parents to gain insight into our implementation of the IB programme. Their goal is to celebrate our strengths and help identify areas for growth.

We look forward to showcasing the hard work, dedication, and enthusiasm of our entire school community. Thank you for your continued support in making our IB journey a successful and enriching experience for all.

Do you have a current 5th, 6th, or 7th grader eager to be part of our award-winning Student Government Association?

Join us for a mandatory informational meeting on Tuesday, April 22 at 5:30 PM via Google Meet:
🔗 Join Here or dial: +1 513-816-0791‬ PIN: 669 003 026#

We’ll cover everything from what SGA is all about, to time and financial commitments, exciting field trips, and more for the 2025–2026 school year.

📅 Applications open Monday, April 21 and are due by Monday, April 28.

Questions? Contact Mrs. Principe at: Principe.Sarah@Franklin-Academy.org

For incoming 9th graders, please check out the Freshman Open House at Santaluces Community High School will be held on Wednesday, April 30 from 6:00-7:45 PM.

Looking for the perfect way to show appreciation for a special woman in your life? Surprise them with a delicious individual bundt cake—just in time for Mother’s Day!

All proceeds support our SGA, and cakes will be delivered on Friday, May 9th.

For more details, check out the flyer below and place your order here: Order Now – $6 Each

April is National Volunteer Month, and we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to all the incredible families who dedicate their time and effort to support our school. Your generosity, commitment, and willingness to lend a helping hand make Franklin Academy the best it can be!

Thank you for making a difference in the lives of our students and staff—we truly appreciate you!

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!

4/26- Campus Tour on Saturday, April 26th at 10:00 am

5/2- Interim Report Cards Issued5/5= Cap and Gown Pictures for grades K, 5 & 8

5/3- Campus Tour on Saturday, May 3rd at 10:00 am

5/10- Cap & Gown Picture Day (grades K, 5 and 8)

5/14- Dress Down Day (Fee $15.00- Flyer below)

5/15- McTeacher Night

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

5/26- No School/ Offices Closed

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

5/30- Early Release day/ Last Day of School

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.

April Learner Profile Attribute of the Month- Knowledgeable and Reflective

School-Home Connection: How can parents help develop the attributes at home.

Students who are KNOWLEDGEABLE have explored relevant and significant concepts and can remember what they have learned. They can draw on this knowledge and apply it in new situations.

How can parents help to develop students who are Knowledgeable at home?

• Encourage your child to read books at home that correspond with the topics being covered in school. In particular, books in their mother tongue will help your child make more meaningful, lasting connections to what is being taught in their classroom in English.

• Ask your child about what they are learning in school and engage them in conversations about it:

• “Why do you think that is an important thing to know about?”

• “Can you think of anything happening in the world today that might be similar to that aspect of History?”

• “You’re learning about pulleys and gears at school? This reminds me of your simple machines unit in grade 2... have you noticed any similarities? How is what you’re learning different?”

• Foster any area that your child expresses an interest in with books and activities, but also be sure to encourage them to explore other areas.

• Encourage your child to become familiar with current events and to read the newspaper and watch the news when appropriate.

Students who are REFLECTIVE know what they are good at and what they’re not. They try to think about these things, and they make changes where they can. They give thoughtful consideration to their own learning and consider their personal strengths and weaknesses in a constructive manner.

How can parents help to develop students who are Reflective at home?

• Spend some time reviewing your child’s report card with them. They should have the opportunity to look at this document and consider it as well. Discuss it with them and truly consider their thoughts on their strengths and areas for improvement.

• Consider the goals that your child could set for the next term. Make a list not only of the goals, but of specific actions that can be taken to achieve these goals. You might want to list action that your child will take independently as well as action parents will take to support

  them. For example, if one of the goals your child sets for herself is to improve her writing, her action might be to keep a journal and write in it for at least 10 minutes each night. As a parent, you might decide that the two of you will participate in shared writing, for 30 minutes

  each week and produce a book of narratives together.

Mrs. Shultz’s tech theatre students learn to create set designs by combining digital tools and physical models. They started by gathering ideas and visuals in digital portfolios, which allows them to share their work and get feedback from classmates and teachers. After finalizing their designs online, they have started making small models using shoeboxes. This hands-on activity helps them bring their ideas to life and encourages creativity. By using both digital and physical methods, students gain valuable skills that prepare them for future work in theatre production.

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

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