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Franklin Families-
Today, we had our first spirit day of the year with "Team Jersey Day." Students and staff members were encouraged to wear a jersey or shirt to represent their favorite team. While it is NFL season and I saw a lot of NFL jerseys, I've also seen some baseball, hockey, basketball jerseys. Some students were even wearing the jerseys of the teams that they play on! It was great to see such great participation, even with the short notice. I will always wear my Giants gear even though we haven't had much to cheer about in the last decade or so.
Speaking of sports, our middle school sports season is about to be in full swing! Our Cross Country team has their first meet tomorrow at Hughes Middle School. I'll give our runners the same advice that my coach used to give me: "Go out hard, pick it up, and kick it in." Definitely easier said than done! All students and community members are welcome to attend this meet.
Our Boys and Girls Basketball teams are also getting ready to start their season next Thursday at Stone MS. These events are reserved for the athletes and their families. We'll save the big crowd for our game against Rocky Run in the spring! Good luck to all of our athletes in the coming week, we know you'll represent Franklin well.
I would like to remind our military connected families that they are invited for a Family Coffee to recognize Blue Star Welcome Week! The event will be held on Monday, September 23 from 9:00 - 10:30 am. A light breakfast along with coffee and other drinks will be provided. We hope to see you there!
Sincerely,
Tom DeRusso
Principal
Important Dates
September 21- Cross Country Meet at Hughes MS
September 23- Blue Star Welcome Week Breakfast 9:00 - 10:30 AM
September 26- Basketball Game at Stone MS
October 3- Holiday
October 4- Student Holiday
October 14- Student Holiday
October 17-18- School Pictures
Blue Star Welcome Week
Every year, approximately 600,000 military-connected families relocate. Most of these families move to new duty stations, while some transition out of the military and others transition in. Most of these moves take place over the summer, and Fairfax County Public Schools is committed to ensuring our military families feel welcomed and a sense of belonging to their local community.
Blue Star Welcome Week is an opportunity for our community to welcome our military-connected families and show them our appreciation for their service and sacrifices. Throughout the week, FCPS will help ease their transition through events, messages, actions of welcome, and opportunities to make meaningful connections. Please help us welcome our military families during Blue Star Welcome Week, September 21 - September 29, 2024, and throughout the year! #BlueStarWelcomeWeekFCPS
Franklin Middle School PTA
Donate to FMS School Counseling Office
We are looking for water and snacks to support students when in need, and any amount is helpful as we start the year! Please visit this sign-up genius to see how you can help, and send any donations to the main office with your student when available. Thank you for your donations and on-going support!
Direct link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040D4CACA729A1F85-51189991-donations
Register for the World Languages Credit by Exam - Closes October 4th
This year's World Languages Credit by Exam will be administered at each FCPS middle, high, and secondary school.
The World Languages Credit by Exam is an optional test for students in grades 7-12 who can speak and write (type) proficiently in a language other than English. Based on the results of the exam, they can earn 1, 2, and/or 3 passing world language credits. If that language is one of the languages listed below, consider registering your student for the World Languages Credit by Exam!
The 2024 World Languages Credit by Exam will be administered at Franklin MS on November 8, 2024 at 8:30 am in the Cafeteria.
Registration opens on Wednesday, September 4, at 8 a.m., and closes on Friday, October 4, at 4 p.m. Late registrations will not be accepted.
Please contact your student’s school counselor to register for the exam.
More information, including the list of languages offered on the exam, and how to register is available online.
After-School Program Information
After-School Registration Form - Please Complete
Lego Robotics, Vex Robotics, D & D, and Volleyball will start next week with other clubs coming soon! Buses will run Monday-Thursday with parent pick up only on Fridays by 4:35pm.
Please use the google link 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!
More information on the After-School Program and schedule for next week can be found on the After-School Program website and on the Parent Schoology.
Middle School Sports - Cross Country
Cross Country practice next week will be Tuesday & Thursday during the first block of the After-School Program. An email will be sent to Cross Country parents with more information early next week. Please be on the lookout for this email from Chris Tippins.
- September 21 - Cross Country Meet at Hughes Middle School - 8:30 AM
- September 26 - Cross Country Meet at Herndon Middle School - 8:30AM
Any questions please reach out to 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.
Basketball Games
Our Franklin MS Boys & Girls Basketball teams will take on Stone MS next Thursday at Stone MS. Games are at 6pm and 7pm. Students may attend but MUST have a parent or guardian in attendance for the entirety of the games. Tickets are $5.00 at the door.
- Girls at Stone MS 6:00PM
- Boys at Stone MS 7:00PM
Franklin MS Lost and Found
Our Lost and Found is up and running. Encourage your student to stop by and look if they have lost anything.
PTA Spirit Wear Sale
It’s time to show your school spirit! ⏰ This is the FINAL WEEKEND of the Franklin Back-To-School Spirit Wear Sale! Save 30% off the entire site before it’s too late. Don’t miss out! 🎒🛒 Last day for orders is Tuesday September 24th!
https://1stplace.sale/97233.
Make Sure Your Children Are Up-to-Date on Immunizations
Please make sure your child has all of their necessary immunizations. Remember, all students are required to be immunized against certain diseases to attend school in Virginia. This is an important part of keeping children healthy!
Starting Monday, September 30, students who have not provided proof of immunization will not be allowed to attend school. You can check your child’s immunization compliance and submit immunization information by accessing SIS ParentVUE.
Please check with your family's health care provider to make sure your child is up to date on required immunizations for the 2024-25 school year. If your child needs a vaccine to complete their records, make an appointment with your healthcare provider, visit the Fairfax County Health Department website for a list of child immunization clinics, or access other local services. Be wise and immunize!
Attendance Reporting
When your student is not in school for a partial or full day, it is important that we hear from you! Please report an absence in one of the following ways:
- Report the full-day absence in ParentVUE. Learn more about reporting absences in ParentVUE.
- Call our attendance line and leave a detailed voicemail - 703-904-5151
- Send an email to FranklinMiddle.Attendance@fcps.edu
When reporting an absence, please be specific about why your student will not attend school so that we code the absence correctly. For more information about what is considered an excused absence and what to do when you need to pick-up your child early, please visit our Attendance Reporting Page.
Progress Reports in ParentVUE/StudentVUE
At the start of this year, you should have already verified that your contact information is correct in ParentVUE. It is extremely important that your email address and phone numbers are correct.
Starting in middle school, parents and guardians have access to weekly progress reports beginning September 9, 2024. To activate Weekly Progress Reports via email, log-in to your SIS ParentVUE account, verify that you have a primary email address, and select your preferences in the “My Account” tab. For more information please visit this information page.
Chantilly Athletics Expectations: Varsity Football vs. Hayfield
Date: September 20 Gates Open at 6:00 pm, Game Starts at 7:00 pm
- Tickets: $5 for students, $7 for adults
- Purchase: At the gate or online
Let's create a positive and respectful atmosphere for all.
Chantilly fans are expected to:
- Cheer positively and respectfully; demonstrate good sportsmanship at all times.
- Treat everyone with courtesy and respect.
- Comply with game management directions.
- Remain on the HOME side of the field and in the HOME stands
- No signs are permitted.
- Ridiculing, criticizing, or showing disrespect.
- Using vulgar, disparaging, or abusive language.
- Entering the playing area at any time, including after the game.
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Sportsmanship: Always demonstrate good citizenship and sportsmanship. Avoid negative references to opposing teams/schools.
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Identification: Chantilly and Hayfield Students should present student ID/SIS verification
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Prohibited items: Athletic equipment (bats, balls, sticks), backpacks/bags, outside food or drinks (bottles, cups, cans)
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Security: All attendees are subject to search.
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Supervision: Parents/caregivers must attend with and monitor middle and elementary-aged students.
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Re-entry: No re-entry if attendees leave the stadium
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