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The Latest from L'Etoile
December 1, 2023
Dear Franklin Families,
Happy December 1st! We hope this message finds you well and in good spirits as we dive into the festive season.
It's hard to believe that we're already in December, but with the arrival of this month comes a host of exciting activities and events for our Franklin Academy community. We're thrilled to share the details with you through our weekly newsletter.
Please take a moment to look over the newsletter, where you'll find information about upcoming events, important dates, and school highlights. We have worked hard to curate a variety of engaging and educational activities for our students throughout December, and we can't wait for you to be a part of it all.
Your support and involvement are crucial to the success of our community, and we encourage you to stay informed about what's happening at Franklin. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to us.
Wishing you and your family a wonderful weekend filled with joy and relaxation. Thank you for being a valued part of our Franklin family, and we look forward to making December a month to remember together!
All the Best,
Mrs. L'Etoile
Tom Turkey in Disguise Winners
Thank you to everyone who voted!
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.
Transportation Updates:
We have spots available on our school busses. If you are interested, please complete a Mid-Year Transportation (Bus) Request form in PowerSchool to request busing. Link to how to view PowerSchool Forms.
FAST Parent Portal is currently unavailable
The Parent Portal for FAST will be unavailable due to the state updating and making changes to the score reporting.
While it's being updated, if you have questions about your child's scores, please email Mrs. Gervais at gervais.gina@franklin-academy.org or your child's teacher 🙂
Carline Reminder
We kindly request that all cars pull up all the way in the carline each morning. When everyone does this, it allows more cars to drop off their child(ren) at once, making the process smoother and reducing wait times for everyone. If there are gaps in the carline, it slows down the flow, leading to longer waits. Your cooperation and support with this are greatly appreciated. Thank you.
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
Quarter 1 service hours have been updated in PowerSchool.
You can now see your hours in your Raptor Account
Handbook Highlight: Payment Policy
Upcoming Events
12/6- Winter 4th -8th grade Arts Showcase- Doors open at 5:15 pm
12/6- Chick-fil-a Spirit Night 4 pm- 8 pm
12/7-Winter K-3rd grade Arts Showcase (1st and 2nd grade @ 8:30 am, K and 3rd grade @ 9:30 am)
12/12- PTO Virtual Meeting 6 pm
12/14- Club Fest 6:00-7:30 pm
12/16- Breakfast with Santa
12/20- Coffee with Admin (Virtual)
12/21- Movie Night 6 pm
12/22- Jeans day with purchase
12/22- Early Release
December's IB Learner Profile of the Month- COMMUNICATORS
December's IB Learner Profile of the Month- COMMUNICATORS
The IB Learner profile aims to develop students who are communicators. Students who are communicators understand and express ideas and information confidently and creatively in more than one language and in a variety of modes of communication. They work effectively and willingly in collaboration with others.
Did you know?
Franklin Academy has several policies that will help parents and stakeholders better understand the IB Program? Policies are located on the website under the "For Parents" tab –International Baccalaureate –Documents.
Assessment Policy – Grading Philosophy and Process
Inclusion Policy – Special Education
Language Policy – Development of Language
Access & Admissions Policy – Enrollment requirements
Academic Integrity Policy – Safe and fair use
Boynton Beach campus held their annual PBjathon and made
736 pbj sandwiches and 74 baby care packages!
Gabie Bus Adventures at Boynton Beach! Our PYP students in kindergarten and
1st grade climbed on board the interactive bus to engage in STEM activities
that explored the world of science.
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
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.
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.
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