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January
Franklin Middle School Curriculum Night for Families - January 17, 2024
Franklin Middle School will host an in-person curriculum night for families of rising 7th graders on January 17th, 2024.
Families of rising 7th graders are invited to attend an introduction to middle school session from 6:00-6:45 pm in the gymnasium. We will review course requirements and provide guidance on course selection for 7th graders.
Families are then invited to attend the electives fair from 6:45-7:30 p.m. Teachers and department chairs from each electives area will be present to answer questions about Franklin’s myriad of electives.
We look forward to seeing you on January 17, 2024.
🗺️ Dual Language Immersion Program Registration
Registration for the countywide lottery for Dual Language Immersion (DLI) programs will open on Monday, January 22. Current pre-K students may apply for the kindergarten immersion program, and current kindergarten students may apply for the first grade immersion programs for the 2024-25 school year. Programs are available in French, German, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish.
Parents/caregivers who are interested may want to attend an informational meeting. Meetings are held at the school site. Check the FCPS events calendar for the most current information. Meetings will begin on Tuesday, January 16.
A virtual meeting hosted by the World Languages Office will include general program information. Access to this virtual meeting will be made available on the FCPS events calendar and the Dual Language Immersion registration site on the day of the meeting.
Get more information on the immersion program webpage and registration page.
Safe Students, Safe Schools
Fairfax County Public Schools believes that academic success is built on the foundation of a safe learning environment. This includes physical safety, and mental health and wellness.
FCPS has a comprehensive approach to safety that involves physical security measures, online monitoring by security staff, and crisis intervention support. The division has created the Safe Students, Safe Schools Brochure (PDF) to enhance your awareness of potential hazards and to equip you with practical tips for how you can help. Visit the FCPS website for more information.
🔢 Help FCPS Reach 1 Million Minutes of Math
FCPS Family Math Week starts on Monday, January 8! Participate in games and stories online. FCPS is working toward a total of 1 million minutes logged by families. The event is free, with activities from ST Math geared toward students in grades K-6 and their families.
Math Week offers families an opportunity to experience math, literacy, history, and geography in a fun and positive way. All content will be available for families in English and Spanish beginning Monday, January 8. Visit the Math Week website.
Bronco Block
Just before the Winter Break, the Band and Strings students of Mrs. Ford and Mrs. Seipp entertained students with winter favorites!
Introducing Brookfield's PTA Sponsored Winter After School Clubs
Enrollment is now OPEN for both programs. Financial Assistance is available - please email PTA.Brookfield@gmail.com
The Licorice Guy PTA Fundraiser
For the month of January the PTA will be selling The Licorice Guy licorice! Order forms will go home in Tuesday folders next week. Orders can be placed using that form or by going to: https://brookfield.memberhub.com/store/items/976504
Or read the flyer to learn more!
The PTA is for Everyone!
Join the PTA by January 5, 2024 and you’ll be entered in a RAFFLE for a $10 Gift Card to Buffalo Wing Factory!
Fairfax County Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to all clubs and activities.
Disclaimer: Opportunities offered by organizations other than Fairfax County Public Schools are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Fairfax County School Board, the Superintendent, or a specific school. These opportunities may utilize technology tools that have not been assessed by the Fairfax County Public Schools Department of Information Technology. Students should gain permission from their parent or guardian before engaging in any non-FCPS enrichment opportunity and families should review the Terms of Service, User Agreements, and Privacy Policy for any technology platform that the enrichment opportunity may use before participating.
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