The Franklin Flyer Newsletter

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Dear Parents and Guardians,

In an effort to ensure balanced class sizes and equitable student-teacher ratios for the remainder of the academic year, Franklin will be implementing some necessary classroom and staffing adjustments. These changes are in accordance with the SDEA contract and are essential to provide every student with the attention and support they need.

As part of this process, students may be reassigned to new classes if their current teacher is being moved to a different grade-level assignment. Rest assured, our staff will work carefully to place students in their new classes with thoughtfulness and care.

We understand that this transition may be challenging for some families, but these changes are necessary to create a more effective and supportive learning environment for all. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to me for a better understanding.

Once we have solified all cadjustments, parents will be notified of class/teacher changes changes. Thank you for your understanding, flexibility, and continued dedication to your student’s success.

Sincerely,

Tamara Muhammad, Principal

• 15th- PTA Fundraiser @ Burger Lounge 2:30pm-4:30pm
• 17th- SSC Meeting 2:30 pm
• 18th- Family Wednesday 8:00-8:45 am
• PTA Association meeting
• 24th- Flyer Rally (3rd-5th) 8:00-8:20 am
  
• 25th-PTA Reflections Art & Game Night

You’re invited to attend the monthly DAC meeting on Wednesday, September 18, 2024 @ 6:00 p.m.

Agenda items for this general meeting include:

· LCFF Collection Process by Ron Rode, Director, Research and Evaluation

· Summer Programs by Tobie Pace, Senior Director, Extended Learning Opportunities

· DAC Bylaws by Crystal Trull, DAC Chairperson

· SSC Elections Process by Ryan Brock, Resource Teacher, SPSA Department

· Family Engagement News by Pamela King, Program Manager, Family Engagement

DAC meetings are held via Zoom.

Join Zoom Meeting: https://sandiegounified.zoom.us/j/81572141573

Meeting ID: 815 7214 1573

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Upcoming PTA Programming

· September 15th, Dine & Donate @ Burger Lounge @ 4116 Adams, 2:30-4:30 pm

· September 18th PTA Meeting on Family Wednesday,* 7:50-8:20 am

· September 25th PTA Art & Game Night, After school, 5:30-7:30 pm

· October 16th Coffee with the Counselor & Family Wednesday,* 7:50-8:20 am

· October 18th Fall Dance Party & Costume Swap, 5:30-7:30 pm

· October 31st Costume Parade & 2nd Cup Coffee, 7:50-9:00 am

Volunteers Needed

We are still seeking a Fundraising Chair and also need help with the OCtober 18 Monster Mash, especially decorating the auditorium the afternoon of the event. We also several event leads and general volunteers for the PTA for the events below to make them awesome & fun for our kiddos. Sign up to volunteer for the PTA below and/or email us at email us at FranklinSDPTA@gmail.com if you can help with any of these things, so we can spread the love that makes our school so awesome

We invite you to become a member and volunteer for the PTA this year. That’s two sign-ups – one to be a member and another to volunteer. If the $11 membership fee is a barrier, please complete our PTA Member Due Scholarship Form, and a generous corporate sponsor will cover your dues! We need all students, parents, teachers, and interested community members to join our PTA so we can advocate with a unified voice on the most important issues facing our students and families!

On Sunday 9/15 from 2:30-4:30 pm, Burger Lounge at 4116 Adams is donating 20% of your meal

purchase to the PTA!

Mention code: FUNDRAISER, visit our restaurant, or call-in your order & 20% of your meal purchase will be donated back to the PTA.

• Only Orders processed from 230pm – 430pm on Sunday 9/15
• For in restaurant purchases, you must mention your
Franklin Elementary STEAM PTA
• For ordering through our app or at burgerlounge.com, select
Kensington and use code “FUNDRAISER” @ checkout.

Thanks to everyone for supporting the PTA and spreading the word to neighbors, community members and supporters.

Franklin SD PTA

We are still seeking help with our Social Media and also need several event leads and general volunteers for the PTA for the events below to make them awesome and fun for our wonderful students. Sign up to volunteer for the PTA below and/or email us at email us at FranklinSDPTA@gmail.com if you can help with social media or a specific event, so we can spread the love that makes our school so awesome

• September 18th PTA Meeting on Family Wednesday,* 7:50-8:20 am
• September 25th PTA Art & Game Night, After school, 4:30pm
• October 16th Coffee with the Counselor & Family Wednesday,* 7:50-8:20 am
• October 18th Fall Dance Party & Costume Swap, 5:30-7:30 pm
• October 31st Costume Parade & 2nd Cup Coffee, 7:50-9:00 am

We'd love to hear from you! Connect with us on Facebook or Instagram, or email us at FranklinSDPTA@gmail.com to tell us what’s on your mind, how you want to get involved, or what you wish was *even better* about our school!

*Note: Family Wednesday is a chance for parents to tour their students’ classrooms and see the students actively learning from 8:20-8:50 am four times a year in September, October, January & March. 😉💙😊 "Click to Learn more about PTA" (PTA Website)

“Thank you to everyone who filled out our volunteer form at Back To School Night!

In case you missed it, please fill out the form linked below to be notified of any upcoming volunteer opportunities with the Friends of Franklin Foundation.

Our first big fundraiser is the Jog-A-Thon on Friday, Oct. 25. We need volunteers for the planning committee, as well as volunteers for the day of the Jog-A-Thon.”

https://forms.gle/nkwXv5Kuf7h83aBx6

Franklin Elementary STEAM Magnet School

Elementary School Assistant: Letitia Buggs

School Clerk: Edy Aliangan

Attendance: Marisol Rojas

4481 Copeland Ave, S.D., CA 92116

Phone 619-344-3000| Fax 619-344-3040