 Our 7th grade environmental scientists spent time outside this week exploring the wetlands around our school.
Franklin Families and Students,
Good Afternoon!
I hope that you have had a wonderful week. As you receive this message, I will be representing our school in the Chantilly HS Homecoming Parade. I will also be attending an Oakton football game on October 15. Community events such as these are some of the highlights of my role as the principal at Franklin and I hope that I will see many of you there.
There is a lot going at FMS next week and I wanted to take the opportunity to highlight some of these events. More details can be found below.
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Virtual Parent Coffee With Student Services: Please join our amazing Student Services Team on the morning of September 30 at 8:00 AM for a session that is designed to offer assistance to our FMS families as they support their students on the journey through middle school. The link for this session can be found below.
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Picture Day on Monday and Tuesday: Lifetouch photographers will be at FMS next week to take individual student portraits during your student's Health and PE class.
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PTA Meeting: The first PTA meeting of the year will take place virtually on September 29 at 6:30 PM. This is a wonderful organization that has a place for all FMS families. The link for this session can be found below. We hope to see you there!
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After School Program: Our in-person After School Program returns starting next week. You can learn more about the safety protocols that are in place and the activities that are offered by clicking here. All students must register in advance before attending any after school activities. Please click here for registration information.
During the first month of the school year, I have enjoyed hearing from so many of our families. Always feel free to reach out to me directly at dpwright@fcps.edu with questions, feedback, and suggestions.
It looks like there is going to be some incredible Fall weather during the next few days. Have a wonderful weekend.
Sincerely,
Dustin Wright
Principal
Upcoming Events
September 24 - Chantilly HS Homecoming Parade at 4:30 PM
September 27 - After School Activities and Late Buses Begin
September 27 and 28 - School Pictures
September 29 - PTA Virtual Meeting at 6:30 PM
September 30 - Student Services Virtual Coffee at 8:00 AM
October 4 and 5 - Hearing and Vision Screening
Franklin MS After School Program Information
Our After-School Program and late buses will start on Monday, September 27. If your child plans to attend an after-school activity, you must complete the Registration Form (required for all Franklin students). Most activities are drop in and your child will not need to sign up for in advance. The schedule and club descriptions can be found here. Clubs are added throughout the school year so students should check Schoology and the cafeteria bulletin boards for updated and added club information. Please review the Program Preview for general after-school information. For questions regarding the After-School Program, please email Mrs. Mollé.
School Pictures on September 27 and 28
Lifetouch photographers will be at Franklin MS to take individual student portraits on Monday, September 27 and Tuesday, September 28 during PE Classes. Photographers and staff will adhere to social distancing and recommended health protocols. Orders may be placed online at MyLifetouch.com or by phone at: 1-800-736-4753 using the Picture Day ID: EVTCZ79SD. For assistance with ordering pictures, please contact Lifetouch by phone or email at: UCanswers@lifetouch.com.
PTA Virtual Meeting on September 29 at 6:30 PM
Welcome to the 2021-2022 school year! The Franklin Middle School Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is a group of parent volunteers who graciously donate their time in a variety of different ways to support the school. The PTA creates community and educational connections with the school, teachers and parents. The first meeting for the 2021-22 school year will be held virtually at 6:30 PM on Wednesday, September 29.
Click here to join the PTA Meeting on September 29 at 6:30 PM
Virtual Parent Coffee on September 30 at 8:00 AM
The Franklin Student Services Department will be hosting our first Parent Coffee of the 2021-22 school year - "An Overview of Middle School". Please join our Director of Student Services, Counselors, School Psychologist, Social Worker and our After-School Specialist for a virtual presentation. We will explore various topics including the role of our school-based clinical team and their support for your child and family, bridging the communication of school and home, forward-thinking into high school and why that matters in middle school, after school opportunities, and opportunities to engage your child at Franklin.
Our virtual meeting will be held on Friday, September 30 from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM and you can access the meeting via this link. The entire presentation will be recorded and posted to Schoology for families that are unable to participate. We look forward to meeting with you on September 30.
New Picnic Tables at Franklin MS
Thank you to Christian Schopp and the Boy Scouts of America, Troop 158, for the new picnic tables at Franklin MS. Fifteen boy scouts met up this past weekend to build picnic tables for our school as part of an Eagle Scout project. Troop leaders Jim Lampe and Peter Hampel oversaw the project, and materials were donated from TW Perry. Thank you to the Boy Scouts and TW Perry for giving back to our community. The picnic tables are already in use for outdoor lunch seating at Franklin MS.
Digital Resources Consent Form
Due to some changes to YouTube this year, your student will not be able to view YouTube videos for class if you have not completed the Digital Resources Consent Form. You can review the tools used at Franklin here. Please reach out to Anne Baker if you have any questions.
Student Rights and Responsibilities Parent Signature Sheet
Students recently participated in Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) presentations and activities. An important part of the SR&R process is the partnership Franklin has with its parents and guardians through the completion of the SR&R Parent Signature sheet as acknowledgement of receiving the SR&R handbook electronically. Parents and guardians can acknowledge receipt of the SR&R in ParentVue in your child’s SIS account or sign the hard copy Parent Signature Sheet to acknowledge that you have received this document. Please e-sign through ParentVue or return the signed signature sheet to your child's school by October 29, 2021.
Health and Safety Updates
FCPS has created a flowchart outlining the process for students identified as a close contact and a Health and Safety Guidance Webpage where you can find the most updated information. In addition, the FCPS Covid-19 Dashboard will allow you to keep updated on the changing situations in our community.
Health Screening
The best way for you to help keep our community safe and moving forward is to continue to carefully monitor your child for signs of illness and keep your child home if they display possible symptoms of COVID-19. We ask that each morning families self-assess their children using the Health Screening Questionnaire.
MWEE Information
The Science 7 students will be participating in a Meaningful Watershed Educational Experience (MWEE) at Cub Run Recreation Center October 18-20, 2021. If you would like to spend the day outside learning about our watersheds, please consider becoming a chaperone on your student’s trip date. The time commitment is approximately 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM. Please contact your student’s science teacher for more information or to volunteer. A permission form with an attached chaperone interest form have been sent home. Please consider becoming a chaperone for our day at Cub Run. We appreciate your willingness to spend the day (rain or shine) with us.
TJHSST Freshman Application Process
Is your 8th grader interested in applying to Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology? If so, please click here for more information. Applications will be available on Monday, October 25 at 4:00 PM. Please contact your student’s counselor for more information.
World Language Credit Exam
This year’s World Language Credit exam will be administered November 16, 17 and 18 at Robinson SS, Centreville HS and Edison HS. For more information about the exam, please visit the FCPS World Languages Credit Exam web site. Students interested in registering for the exam may reach out to their school counselor prior to October 13, 2021.
CHS Junior Chargers Fall Worksop
Join our annual Junior Chargers Workshop on Saturday, October 2 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM for a fun dance-filled workshop. There will be an optional performance offered during halftime of the CHS Varsity Football game on Friday, October 8. You do not have to be slated to go to CHS to participate – it is a great way to check out the high school dance team. Groups will be divided by age and all students are welcome. Please click here for more information and to register. Please contact Heidi Stafford with any questions.
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