Franklin Academy

August 3, 2024

Principal Update

Dear Franklin Families,

It's almost that time again... Back to school! Please take a moment to read and review the flyers with important dates.

Here are some key points to remember:

Fill out the Way Home form in PowerSchool under the Forms tab.
If you did not request a bus and need transportation, please fill out the Mid-Year Transportation form in PowerSchool under the Forms tab.
Our handbook has been updated. Please take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with our updated policies and procedures located on our website.
Download the DashPass app on your phone. This will help ensure dismissal runs smoothly from the beginning of the school year.

We look forward to seeing you at Meet & Greet next week. Please see the flyer below for the dates and times.

We are very excited for the 2024-2025 school year! Have a great weekend.

All the Best,

Ms. Torres

Theme for the Year: Be a Good Human!

Do you know why Daily Attendance Matters?

Missed Lessons = Falling Behind: Even one day can mean missing critical instructions and activities, making it harder for your child to catch up.
Impact on Future Success: Consistent attendance is a strong predictor of academic achievement and future opportunities.
Building Resilience: Regular attendance teaches your child the value of perseverance and responsibility—essential skills for success in life.
Stronger Friendships: Daily presence helps your child develop and sustain friendships, which are crucial for emotional and social development.
Healthy Routine: Attending school every day establishes a stable routine, promoting better mental and physical health.

Who to contact if your child doesn't want to come to school: Mrs. Wilson or Ms. Rogers

wilson.renata@franklin-academy.org

rogers.marsheena@franklin-academy.org

What to Do When Your Kid Refuses to Go to School

Experts say that as classrooms have reopened, school refusal is widespread.

usnews.com

Meet Our New Staff

Franklin Academy PBG Campus Website- Click Here

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. Jabar at jabar.Aleesa@franklin-academy.org

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

Clever Access: If you are experiencing difficulties with your Clever account, please contact Mrs. Young at young.katherine@franklin-academy.org

Family Tech Guide

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

Transportation: All transportation inquires should be directed Ms. Jabar at jabar.Aleesa@franklin-academy.org

Student Schedules- If you have any concerns with a PYP schedule, please contact Mrs. Yurick at yurick.claudia@franklin-academy.org

Student Schedules- If you have any concerns with a MYP schedule, please contact Mrs. Varela at varela.michelle@franklin-academy.org

2024-2025 Academic Calendar

8/7- Meet and Greet for Kindergarten-see times above on flyer
8/8- Meet and Greet for 4th, 5th MYP 2 and MYP 3- see times above on flyer
8/8- Boohoo!/Yahoo! Breakfast will be served followed by parent orientation.
8/8 and 8/9- Kickstart Franklin for Kindergarten- see times above on flyer
8/9- Meet and Greet for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, MYP Y1- see times above on flyer
8/9- MYP New Parent Orientation
8/12- First day of school
8/15 Club Fest @ 6PM
8/15 Athletics Night @ 6:30
8/20 No School
8/24 PYP Dance
8/24 MYP Dance
8/26 & 8/27 Cheer Try-outs
8/26 Open House- Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd Grade
8/27 Open House- 3rd, 4th and 5th Grade
8/28 Open House- MYP 1, MYP 2, MYP 3

Reminders

News from the PTO

PTO Membership

We are so excited to be back at Franklin for another amazing school year! We would like to invite your family to join our PTO. Your $25 membership helps support the many events and activities we organize throughout the year. It also includes one of our PTO-exclusive Spirit Shirts. You may have seen the staff wearing these last Friday. These shirts may be worn by all students on Fridays with uniform bottoms. Joining PTO also entitles you to preferred access to volunteering at our events.