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November 2024 Update

Franklin Middle School

Email: mgalante@ktufsd.org
Website: https://www.ktufsd.org/domain/853
Location: 540 Parkhurst Blvd, Buffalo, NY 14223, USA
Phone: (716) 874-8404
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Franklin-Middle-School/100083695913137/

October Highlights & November Excitement: Safety, Fun, and Community Engagement

In October, our school had a successful month packed with engaging and meaningful activities! We partnered with the Kenilworth fire department for Fire Prevention Day, where students learned important safety skills and got to explore a real fire truck. Our Halloween costume contest during lunches was a fantastic display of creativity from both students and staff. We also completed all required emergency drills, ensuring our school is well-prepared.

Looking ahead to November, we’re excited for picture retakes on November 8th, our first 5th-grade school dance hosted by the PTA, and an unannounced Opengate drill to keep our focus on safety. Parent-teacher conferences are also happening this month, but please note that not all students in middle school will receive a conference. Teachers will reach out to families if a conference is requested.

Gru and his minions

Catching animals on the loose

Grade 6 cosutmes

Franklin Students Learn About Fire Prevention Thanks to Kenilworth Fire Department

Harry Potter

Coach McDermott made an appearance at FMS

Rocker Benham signing autographs

Upcoming Events

November

5 - Superintendent Conference Day - No School

8 - Picture Re-takes

11 - Veterans Day - No School

13 - Parent Teacher Conferences 4-6 PM

15 - 5th Grade Dance 6-8 PM

19 - Early Release Day 12PM Parent Teacher Conferences 1-3 & 4-6 PM

20 - PTA meeting 6PM

27-29 - Thanksgiving Recess

PTA News

November 15th, 6-8PM 5th grade dance
November 20-22 Scholastic Book Fair
Information for both of these events will be sent home with your child. Volunteers will be needed and the Signup Genius will be shared via email for PTA members and via the PTA Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14ozx4jnFb/

Save the dates for additional future events:
December 4, 5-7:30 Rainbow Rink FMS Winter Wonderland event!
February 7, 6-8PM 6th grade dance

HOW CAN CAREGIVERS HELP WITH SCHOOL SAFETY?

Canvas Support

Please click the link to access your observer account in Canvas. Here, you can have access to all of the information, assignments, due dates, etc. from your child’s academic classes.

Technology Services / Canvas LMS Parent Information

Parents and guardians who are eligible for an Observer Account in Canvas are able to see assignment details, quiz information and scores, and any supplemental learning materials housed within your students' Canvas course(s)! These accounts are called "Observer Accounts" in Canvas.

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Canvas Notification Settings for Parents

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Your Child's Grades

If you have forgotten how to access the parent portal or simply forgot your password, please email ICportal@ktufsd.org, or contact our service desk at 716-874-8400 ext. 20623 for assistance.

Update Personal Information

If you have moved into a new home within the district, or if you are planning to move, please be sure to update your new address with the school district by calling 716-871-2090 or clicking on the link above.

Transportation Questions

Please call at (716)874-8611 for any questions regarding transportation.

Join our PTA

Please support our PTA, either as a volunteer or supporter of its programs.

Facebook Page

Please follow and like our official Facebook page.

Student Dress Code

Our dress student dress code policy can be found on Page 5.

District Code of Conduct

Weekly Themes

We encourage all students and staff to join in our school spirit days each week in order to build community spirit!

Mondays = Wear RED or Franklin Gear Day - show your Falcon spirit!

Thursdays = Kindness Day (wear kindness theme shirts, buttons, be extra kind to others)

Fridays = Buffalo/Sports Day! (favorite buffalo or team gear)

We are the Falcons, where we REACH new heights everyday!