Franklin Middle School

Monday April 7th:

• Track and Girl's Soccer Practice 2:50pm
• Crochet Club 3pm

Tuesday April 8th:

• No scheduled student activities

Wednesday April 9th:

• Track Practice 2:50pm
• Soccer Camp @ Stevenson MS 3pm
• Crochet Club 3pm
  
  

Thursday April 10th:

• Track and Girl's Soccer Practice 2:50pm

Friday April 11th:

• Track, Golf, and Girl's Soccer Practice 2:50pm

On the Horizon

• April 15th: PSAT Testing for 8th Graders (see below for more information)
• April 15th: Final Deadline for 8th Grade Bundle payments
• April 16th: Track Meet @ Emerson 4pm
• April 17th: M-Step Testing (see below for more information)
• April 18: No School - Good Friday
• April 22nd: M-Step Testing (see below for more information)
• April 30: No School - District Professional Development
• May 2nd: Yearbook Order Deadline
• May 22nd: 8th Grade trip to Cedar Point
• May 23-26: No School - Memorial Day Recess

Hello Wayne-Westland Community Schools Middle School Parent and Guardians,

Each spring schools in Michigan are required to administer the annual state assessments to all students in grades 3-11.

Middle school students across the state take the following assessments:

Grade 6: M-Step-English Language Arts and mathematics

Grade 7: M-Step-English Language Arts and mathematics

Grade 8: PSAT 8–English Language Arts and mathematics

M-Step- Science and Social Studies

To ensure our Middle School Students have every opportunity to be successful on their particular assessments, Wayne-Westland Community Schools will use the following special schedule to administer these assessments. Please note the schedule below as it applies to your student(s):

This week, our 7th-grade accelerated World History students took on the Sphero Skyscraper Challenge, using blocks and connectors to design and build models of famous skyscrapers—or create their own! Students explored the engineering behind iconic structures like the Empire State Building, CCTV Headquarters, and The Shard, connecting their designs to what they’ve learned about ancient architecture.

Earlier in the year, students studied the construction of Egyptian pyramids and Islamic architecture, examining how civilizations have used innovation, engineering, and design to reflect their culture and values. This hands-on challenge helped them see how those same principles still shape our world today!

Check out the photos to see their incredible designs!

Ms. Schutte and Ms. Reams 6th grade classes have been reading “Long walk to water” by Linda Sue Park that tells the story of Salva Dut, one of the “lost boys” of the southern Sudan civil war. In this story it discusses how many families in the Sudan have to walk many miles for water everyday.

The students got to try walking with water jugs of their own on Friday around the track!

On April 3, Franklin’s National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) students had the privilege of participating in Tour of the World at Wildwood Elementary. This incredible event celebrated Reading Month and honored the diverse cultures of our English Language Learner (ELL) students. NJHS students helped serve foods from around the world, played interactive games with elementary students, and gained a deeper understanding of different cultures, all while making meaningful connections with younger students in our district.

Community service is a vital part of student growth, and events like this showcase the kindness, leadership, and inclusivity that make our district so special. A special thank you to Wildwood Principal Jana Babyak, ELL Teacher Lisa Daum, and Karen LeVeck for organizing such an enriching experience!

At all grade levels, we continue to see inspiring acts of service and collaboration that bring our schools and community together. Let’s celebrate these moments and encourage our students to keep making a difference!

April 2nd was Paraprofessional Appreciation Day and we were so happy to celebrate our skilled and selfless staff members. Their direct work with students creates happiness and success. Thank you, Mr. Max, Mrs. Patterson, Mrs. Robertson, Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Moore, and Mrs. Jones!

Starting Monday April 7th, come hang out with friends old and new, learn how to crochet or share your crochet skills with the group. The hope of this club is that we can enjoy creating together, and use our creativity to build others up. Each week, we will have a featured project, but ultimately you are free to create whatever you'd like. A signed permission form is required to join - they are available in the main office and below.

Yearbook ordering has begun! To order a yearbook, please click here to access ordering or scan the QR code in the image below.

Parents if you were unable to attend the meeting, attached is the information. Please contact Shayla Weston at Westons@wwcsd.net if you have any questions.

Attached is a list of our clubs and sports that we offer at Franklin.

Please see the attached document for an overview of some keys policies pertaining to cellphones, headphones, earbuds, hats, hoodies and backpacks. We will review these policies with students during our grade level assemblies.

If your child’s bus is canceled, please make sure to inform the school by calling the attendance line or speaking with our counseling secretary Ms. Braswell. Let them know that the absence is due to a bus cancellation. The secretary will mark your child’s attendance with a “B” for bus cancellation, which will not count against them for truancy purposes.

Franklin Middle School

Email: pringled@wwcsd.net
Website: https://www.wwcsd.net/schools/middle-schools/franklin-middle-school/
Location: 33555 Annapolis Street, Wayne, MI, USA
Phone: 7344192400
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Franklins-Finest-Franklin-Middle-School/100068667279357/