The Latest from L'Etoile
April 12, 2024
Dear Franklin Families,
I hope you have a wonderful weekend with your families. As we look ahead to the upcoming week, I wanted to provide you with some important updates and reminders through this week's newsletter.
Upcoming Events:
- April 16: Spring Concert for Grades 4-8 at 6:00 pm
- April 17: Spring Concert for 1st & 2nd Grades at 8:15 am, and K & 3rd Grades at 9:45 am
- April 17: Early Release Day - Elementary dismisses at 11:30 am, Middle school dismisses at 12:30 pm
- April 19: Pastries with Parents at 8:45 am (for families who registered in advance)
We encourage you to mark these dates on your calendars and join us for these exciting events. The Spring Concerts are always a highlight, showcasing the hard work and talent of our students, and Pastries with Parents provides a wonderful opportunity for some quality time together.
Do you want to give a "SHOUT OUT" to a staff member who has gone above and beyond to support your child's education and well-being? We'd love to hear from you! Shout Out Form
Please take a moment to fill out the form to recognize and appreciate the outstanding efforts of our dedicated staff members. Your words of encouragement and gratitude mean a lot to us and help to create a positive and supportive school community.
Additionally, we have included the Academic Calendar for the next school year (2024-2025) for your reference. Please review it and mark down important dates to ensure a smooth and successful academic year ahead.
I want to wish you all a fantastic weekend ahead. Take this time to relax, recharge, and enjoy some quality time with your loved ones. We appreciate your continued support and involvement in our school community.
We look forward to seeing you all next week and sharing these upcoming events with you.
All the Best,
Mrs. L'Etoile
Please take a moment to fill out this short form by clicking on the link below and let us know why you appreciate someone on our campus:
https://forms.gle/jvQD3eX7y1H71Qiv5
Your feedback is crucial in helping us recognize the hard work and dedication of our staff members. By sharing your positive experiences, you not only motivate our team but also contribute to creating a more positive and nurturing learning environment for all our students. Thank you for your continued support and partnership in your child's education.
2024-2025 Academic Calendar
The Youth Summit Committee would like to invite your students to attend the 2024 Youth Summit on April 27, 2023 at PB Lakes H.S. The Youth Summit is an annual event sponsored by PBC community organizations to include the School District of PBC. The Youth Summit provides middle and high school teens with the opportunity to access information and resources aimed at assisting them in making better decisions and positive life choices. The event offers relevant topics such as career planning, gang & crime prevention, mental health, substance use, and many others. We also provide entertainment, free food, incentives & prizes, and 10 community service hours. Please see the attached flyer for more information and registration. Please encourage your students to attend.
Q3 Service Hours in PowerSchool
Q3 hours have been updated in PowerSchool. If you haven't completed your application for Service Hours in Raptor, you cannot view service hour opportunities or have your times properly recorded.
Transportation Request Information:
We have spots available on our school busses.This year, our transporation vendor, Maranata has been much more reliable than the previous vendor. If you live more than 2 miles from campus but no further than the posted transportation zone and are interested, please click here for more information.
If you are interested, please complete a Mid-Year Transportation (Bus) Request form in PowerSchool to request busing.
Service Hour Opportunities
Upcoming Events
4/13- Campus Tour on Saturday, 4/13 at 10:00 am
4/16- Spring Concert Grades 4-8 at 6 pm
4/17- Spring Concert (1st & 2nd Grades at 8:15 am and K& 3rd at 9:45 am)
4/17- Early Release Day
4/19- Pastries with Parents at 8:45 am (Register in advance)
4/23- Campus Tour on Tuesday, 4/23 at 6:00 pm
4/24- Coffee with Admin
4/25- Take your Child to Work Day (see flyer below)
4/26- Interim Report Cards Issued
4/26- Jeans day with purchase
5/1- Kindergarten Cap & Gown Pictures
5/7- PTO Virtual Meeting
5/9- McTeacher's Spirit Night at McDonald's
5/11- Campus Tour Saturday, May 11th at 10:00 am
5/21- Dessert with Admin at 6:00 pm
State Testing Calendar for April and May
Kids Heart Challenge
- Raise $100 to earn the limited edition BUSTER keychain and 2 mystery gifts!
- Complete Finn’s Mission: Watch the 2-minute Hands-Only CPR video featuring cardiac arrest survivor, Damar Hamlin, and watch a music video on the warning signs of a stroke (F.A.S.T.).
- Share with Family & Friends: Send messages via social media, text messages and/or email.
Help our school:
- Help your classroom teacher win the classroom challenge by registering online and completing Finn’s Mission.
- If we get 50% of our students registered online, we will earn a $500 voucher for MORE physical education equipment to keep our hearts beating!
Thank you for your support! Together, we are creating a community of lifesavers!
Boynton Beach Community Events
April IB Learner Profile Attributes: Knowledgeable & Reflective
Students who are REFLECTIVE know their strengths and weaknesses. They give thoughtful consideration to their own learning and consider their personal strengths and weaknesses in a constructive manner.
I See "IB"
We need your help! When your child has demonstrated an attribute of the Learner Profile at home, let us know! You can do this by filling out an I See "IB" card (see below) and return the completed form to your child’s teacher. These cards are kept in students’ portfolios and demonstrate their progress as they develop the Learner Profile.
Field Day at Boynton Beach!
Celebrating Chinese New Year at Boynton Beach!
Our internationally minded PYP 5 students learned about the lunar new year and family traditions with a special parent presentation from Mrs. Qu. Students watched videos, cartoons and sampled some authentic cuisine. Thank you Mrs. Qu!
Who to Contact
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. Elsesser at elsesser.erica@franklin-academy.org
Power School Access: If you are experiencing difficulties with your Power School account, please contact Ms. V. Rodriguez at rodriguez.vanessa@franklin-academy.org
Important Arrival/Dismissal Time Reminders for Elementary and Middle School
AM Carline Reminder:
For our elementary school students, we have noticed that there is little to no line to drop off students at 7:20 am, which provides an excellent opportunity for a smooth and stress-free drop-off experience. To give your child ample time to settle in and be ready for the start of their classes at 7:30 am, we kindly request that you aim to arrive prior to 7:30 am. Any student arriving late to school (7:30 AM for Elementary students and 8:30 AM for Middle School Students) will be marked as tardy. Parents will be required to park their vehicle and report to the front office to sign in your child. You will be required to bring in your ID to scan it through Raptor to record the tardy.
PM Carline Reminder:
For the safety of everyone involved and to prevent traffic congestion that can lead to accidents, we kindly request that you do not park your vehicles on Military Trail or Miner Road during dismissal times.
We understand that waiting can sometimes be inconvenient, but we encourage you to plan your arrival between 2:15 and 2:30 PM. This will not only reduce your wait time but also contribute to a safer and more organized dismissal process.
Please be aware that the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office (PBSO) has informed us that they will be issuing fines to individuals who park on Military Trail and Miner Road. We want to avoid any unnecessary fines and, more importantly, prioritize the safety of our school community.
Your cooperation in following these parking guidelines is greatly appreciated, as it ensures the well-being of all our students and families. Together, we can create a safer and more efficient dismissal experience.
Important Reminder: Uniform Policy Adherence
We would like to take a moment to remind everyone about the importance of adhering to our school's uniform policy.
Our uniform policy plays a crucial role in maintaining a focused and disciplined learning environment, and it helps instill a sense of unity and pride among our students. To ensure that these objectives are met, we kindly request your cooperation in ensuring that your child is in proper uniform when attending school.
We are now enforcing the uniform policy, and students found out of uniform will receive infractions. We believe this step is necessary to uphold the standards we have set for our school community.
We understand that there may be instances where items are on back order. In such cases, we kindly request that you send an email to Mrs. L'Etoile at letoile.alison@franklin-academy.org with either the iUniforms receipt for the items you've ordered or an email confirmation indicating that the items are on back order. This will help us keep track of any delays and ensure that students are not penalized for circumstances beyond their control.
Please remember that all uniform items must be purchased through iUniforms to maintain consistency in quality and design. http://www.iuniforms.com/
We greatly appreciate your support and understanding in this matter.
Franklin Academy Office Hours
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: 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Late Pick-up Reminder:
Parents of students in grades K-5 not picked up by 2:45 p.m. will be charged a late fee of $1.00 per minute, per student. Parents of students in grades 6-8 not picked up by 3:45 p.m. will be charged a late fee of $1.00 per minute, per student. The late fee policy applies to all before-school/after-school/after-hours events and activities including, but not limited to, late pick up from after-school clubs, special events, school-sponsored off-site events, etc. Students with outstanding financial obligations are not eligible to participate in extra-curricular activities including, but not limited to, field trips, dances, athletic events, ceremonies, after school clubs, etc. Parents will need to park and come in to pick up their child(ren).
2023-2024 Academic Calendar
SLA Food Service
Connecting to your online lunch account. for snacks and ice cream.
Franklin Academy, Boynton Beach Campus
Building Better People Every Day
7882 South Military Trail, Boynton Beach, FL 33463
561-767-4700