The first annual free S.T.E.A.M. Carnival will be held on Saturday, October 3, 2015 from 10am to 2pm at Brayton School.  Activities for K-5 students will be available in the areas of science, technology, engineering, arts and math.

Just like summer, the first few weeks of school have flown by!  I want to take a moment to thank Jessica Shin, Stacie Collins and Stephanie Beardsley for providing relief from the anxiety of the first day of school and the unseasonable heat by supplying refreshing ice pops for all the kids and their siblings!  Thank you ladies!  Thank you, too, to Stephanie Meisiles and Lisa Betz for welcoming all the new families to Franklin at this year’s New Family Playdate.  There were also many hands making this year’s back-to-school night a relaxing and informative evening.  Thank you Jen Hoffman, Betsy Flaim, Lisa Betz, Jen Sexton, Rachel Callahan, and Kim Leonard.  I apologize if I have inadvertently overlooked anyone! As you can see, it takes volunteers to create and execute the many great events we have at Franklin.  Please consider volunteering!  Contact Betsy Flaim (elizabethflaim@yahoo.com) if you have an interest in assisting with Kids Stuff Coupon books (light involvement) or the Franklin Fair or would be interested in co-chairing the Summit Education Fund Casino Night at the Elk’s Club (March). October will be a busy month and will, in all likelihood, go as quickly as September.  October 1 is Picture […]

  The Board of Education recognized newly-tenured staff at the Board meeting on Thursday, September 17. Board President Katherine Kalin addressed the staff and said, “the status of tenure is not casually dispensed in the Summit Public Schools. Only after a careful process and evaluation by administrators, department supervisors, and principals is a staff member recommended for tenure. Those we are honoring tonight have successfully come through that process by demonstrating the skill, commitment, and professionalism that makes our staff second to none.” Twenty-two staff members received tenure this year. Congratulations Franklin teachers:  Dr. Chestnut, Mrs. Welence, Mrs. Watson, & Ms. Bass!  

Are you an artist? Would you like to see your artwork hanging in FLIC? We are looking to decorate FLIC with student artwork. The artwork should include the word READ or a quote about reading or books. (Here is a source for quotes: http://www.libraryspot.com/quotations.htm) The paper must be either 8 in X 10 in OR 11 in by 14 in and can be held either way. Ten pieces of art will be displayed each month.

Have you ever wondered who your child sits with at lunch?  Why the lunch comes home half eaten? Or do you just want to spend a little more time at Franklin? Whatever the case, we invite you to come help out with lunch duty.  The commitment is not much, just an hour  approximately every 6-8 weeks.  It’s also flexible.  We work with your schedule – you pick the dates. If you are new to this volunteer position, you must attend a short training session (date/time TBD.) For more information or to volunteer please contact: Michelle Wallach (mwallach1@gmail.com)

  Save the Date for Franklin Family Fun Night! Join us for an old-fashioned hoedown as we dance the night away and kick off the school year! When: Friday, October 2nd from 6:30 – 8:00 pm Where:  Franklin Gym and Cafeteria How much:  $20 per family (pay at the door) What else:  Food and drinks will be served Music by Summit Soundz DJ Siblings and parents welcome! Sponsored by the PTO Come dressed in your best hoedown attire! Questions? Contact Jenny Wimsatt (jennywimsatt@gmail.com)