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Franklin Community,
What a great start to our school year. I hope that your students enjoyed their first week of school. I was able to visit many classrooms and see students and teachers building community and collaborating on engaging activities.
We are still in need of a Cross Country Coach! If you may be interested, please scroll down to our After School Program Information section below.
Today, we had our first raffle to recognize students for being Connected, Accountable, Respectful, and Empathetic. Please click on the video below to learn more about the Falcons CARE program at Franklin. I also used the opportunity to introduce myself!
Sincerely,
Tom DeRusso
Principal
Important Dates
August 30- Holiday
September 2- Labor Day
September 4- Back to School Night 6:00-8:00
Labor Day
Friday, August 30, and Monday, September 2, are Labor Day holidays for all FCPS employees and students. Virginia legislation requires that schools opening prior to Labor Day must be closed the Friday immediately preceding Labor Day. We hope everyone takes the long weekend to celebrate a strong start to the school year and enjoy time with family and friends. See the complete school year calendar.
Franklin MS Family Procedures
As you are making the transition to middle school, please review Franklin Middle School's family procedures to ensure that all students are safe and accounted for each school day and to minimize disruption of classroom instructional time. Our procedures are listed on our website.
Update Contact Information to Receive Messages From FCPS
Be among the first to know about weather closings, bus delays, and other critical communications from FCPS and our school by providing your cell phone number and email in SIS ParentVUE. Make sure you complete the Emergency Care Form for your child every year and update when necessary.
To update your contact information in ParentVUE, click the “Online Packets” tab in the upper right of the screen, then select the “Online Verification/Update” form in the drop down menu. Click “Begin Packet.”
Parents who do not have a SIS ParentVUE account continue to have the option to communicate updates via the normal paper process. They can also print and complete a blank Emergency Care Information Form needed for updates and submit it to the front office.
Submit the Digital Consent Form
Each year, parents must provide digital consent before students can access all of the online tools that are approved by FCPS. Please complete the online digital consent form. You will log in with the same username and password that you use for ParentVUE. If you do not know your password, choose the “forgot password” link from SIS ParentVUE. If you need an activation key to activate your account, request an activation key here.
Prepare for Meals at School
Parents/caregivers need to provide their students with money to purchase meals at school, send them with a packed lunch, or apply (and be approved) for free and reduced-price meals benefits. School breakfast for students costs $1.75. Lunch is $3.25 for elementary students and $3.50 for middle, secondary, and high school students.
The best way to purchase meals and additional food items is to use MySchoolBucks. If you have not already, set up your student’s MySchoolBucks account today.
MySchoolBucks accounts can be set up to add money to the account automatically as needed, and families with multiple children can use the same MySchoolBucks account.
Apply for Free and Reduced-Priced MealsThe application for free and reduced-priced meals is now available for the 2024-25 school year. Students who were approved for free and reduced-price lunch last year are eligible for the first 30 days of school this year (or until a new application is processed). Families should re-apply as soon as possible, so eligible students continue to receive meals at no cost.
PTA Spirit Wear Sale
Shop the Franklin Back-To-School Spirit Wear Sale! Choose from hundreds of designs and garments that are delivered to your home in days! You'll save 30% off the entire site! New product lines include Nike and Adidas! Shop at https://1stplace.sale/97233.
Sale Details
- Sale Dates: August 20th - September 24th
- 30% off all merchandise
- Free shipping on orders over $75
- $5 shipping on orders under $75
- No code is needed!
Stay Connected with Franklin MS
Follow the Official Franklin MS Facebook Page and follow us on Instagram @FCPSFranklinMS to see what’s happening at school this year.
 Chantilly HS Football Games
Chantilly HS will host their first home football game on August 29th. All future Chargers are encouraged attend. Middle School students must be accompanied by a supervising adult at the game. No backpacks, bags, or water bottles are permitted inside the stadium.
2024 JR. Charger Dance Workshop
Come dance with the Chantilly Dance Team. The Dance Team will be holding a clinic on Sunday, September 15 from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM.
Free Workshops for Families
Parents and caregivers can access free webinars, confidential consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities. Learn more about the Family Resource Center (FRC).
In September, the FRC will host webinars for families on supporting siblings of children with disabilities, helping students organize their school work, working with children who like to push boundaries, and teen development and well-being. Sign up for the FRC newsletter for their latest offerings or visit their webinar website.
After-School Program Information
Please use the google link below to register, even if you don't anticipate your student staying After-School. Unforeseen circumstances happen, and we want to be prepared to contact you if anything arises!
After-School Registration Form - Please Complete
More information on the After-School Program can be found on the After-School Program website and on the Parent Schoology. The After-School Program schedule will be released at a later date. Late Buses will begin the week of September 16.
Cross Country Coach Needed!!
Franklin MS is seeking a Cross Country Coach for the fall season. If you are interested in the position please contact Principal DeRusso at TGDeRusso@fcps.edu or Chris Tippins at WCTippins@fcps.edu
Middle School Sports - Cross Country
FCPS will once again have Cross Country this fall. All students wanting to run Cross Country will need the following to participate in Cross Country. Please click the links to download the forms or complete the MS Sports Registration. All three must be completed in order for your child to participate in Cross Country.
A Cross Country meeting for students will take place on Wednesday August 28 during the students advisory period. More information will be shared at this meeting. Any questions about Cross Country please contact Chris Tippins at WCTippins@fcps.edu.You can also visit the Franklin Cross Country Website or at the FCPS MS Sports site for more information.
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