Dates to REMEMBER :
THURSDAY OCT 2nd - NO SCHOOL - YOM KIPPUR
THURSDAY OCT 16th - PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES EARLY DISMISSAL 12:45
THURSDAY OCT 23rd - PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES EARLY DISMISSAL 12:45
FRIDAY OCT 24th - TRUNK OR TREAT @5:30
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Hello Franklin Families,
Last week was a very productive and exciting one at Franklin!
We had an amazing student-led assembly where students sang “Harambee” to celebrate unity and working together. Each classroom also presented their class charter—a set of expectations that they created together to highlight how they want to feel and how they will work together to build a positive learning environment.
During the assembly, students also gave thoughtful presentations on our school-wide expectations, and our sixth graders performed a special rendition of “Respect” by Aretha Franklin. We are so proud of their leadership and creativity!
In addition, our sixth grade students delivered their campaign speeches, followed by elections for Student Council president, vice president, and class representatives. Congratulations to all who participated!
Other highlights from the week include:
The completion of our beginning-of-year assessments
Picture Day, where everyone looked fabulous!
The start of our partnership with Fairfield University, as we welcomed 20 college students who will be working with our 1st and 3rd grade classrooms throughout the year.
We are also excited to share that our School Social Worker, Ms. Dickens, has joined our school newsletter! She will be sharing helpful resources and important updates with families. Please click on the side tab “News from Ms. Dickens” to read her message.
As we move into the next weeks of learning, please continue to foster a strong, healthy study routine at home. Creating routines and consistency is the key to success.
Also, please note that some families will be receiving an attendance report at home. Remember to keep the school informed if your child needs to be absent. Good attendance is the first step to a successful school year!
Finally, a reminder that Taekwondo classes begin tomorrow for families who registered.
Thank you for your continued support in making Franklin such a vibrant learning community!
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🍎 Food for Kids – The Backpack Program
Dear Franklin Families,
You are not alone—many families experience food insecurity, and support is available.
Through a partnership between Sterling House and Sodexo, students at Franklin Elementary can receive a bag of food every Friday to take home. Sterling House prepares the food bags, and Sodexo delivers them directly to our school.
To participate, each student must have a completed registration form on file.
👉 Please use this link to sign up: Backpack Program Form
We encourage families who could benefit from this program to register. This is a wonderful resource to help ensure all of our students have what they need. 💙
With gratitude,
Mrs. Arlette Johnson
Principal, Franklin Elementary School
johnsona@stratk12.org
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