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Franklin Community,
We had a great start to the week with our Blue Star Welcome Week Breakfast for military connected families! Thank you to all of the parents and students who were in attendance. It was great to share the connections that so many of us have to the military as well as hear about the experiences of our military families. Thank you to all of you for your service and for dedicating some time to Franklin!
We also had a great week in sports. Our Cross Country team started their season with a great showing at Hughes MS, including an individual win in the boys race! Additionally, both our boys and girls basketball teams won last night against Stone Middle School. Thank you to all of our student athletes for representing Franklin well with your performances and sportsmanship!
Please note that next week is not a typical five school-day week! Students will be at school Monday through Wednesday, with the holiday on Thursday and a Teacher Workday on Friday.
Tom DeRusso
Principal
Franklin MS
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Important Dates
October 3- Holiday
October 4- Student Holiday
October 5- Cross Country Meet at Hayfield Secondary School
October 10- Basketball Game at Katherine Johnson MS
October 14- Student Holiday
October 17-18- School Pictures
Franklin Middle School PTA
Franklin MS PTA Support for Flu Clinic October 18
Please support a flu clinic for teachers and staff at Franklin Middle School October 18 from 7:30 AM - 2:15 PM. We are in need of snacks and help during the clinic. Please look at the sign ups below.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4AA9A923A0FEC52-51553635-fmssupport?useFullSite=true#/
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
Click the After-School Program Website Link below for more info and the schedule for next week. Buses will run Monday-Thursday. There is programming on Fridays but there are NO Late Buses. Parent pickup only 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 Monday and Wednesday next week, 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 28 - Cross Country Meet at Herndon Middle School - 8:30AM
- October 5 - Cross Country Meet at Hayfield Secondary School - 10:30AM
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 next games will be on Thursday October 10 at Katherine Johnson 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.
NEXT GAMES - OCTOBER 10
- Girls at Katherine Johnson MS 6:00PM
- Boys at Katherine Johnson MS 7:00PM
PTA Spirit Wear Sale
SALE EXTENDED❗️The Franklin Back-To-School Spirit Wear Sale has been extended through Monday, Sept. 30th! Don’t miss out! 🎒🛒 https://1stplace.sale/97233.
Sign and Return Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) Document
The SR&R document explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses.
Parents using SIS ParentVUE will be prompted to sign the document when logging in to that platform. A printable version of the document with a signature sheet is available on the SR&R webpage. This form should be signed and returned by Monday, September 30.
Attendance Tip: Scheduling Family Trips or Events
Good attendance is an important life skill that will help students succeed in school and beyond.
When planning trips or family events, refer to the FCPS calendar and try to use weekends and school holidays. Every day of learning is one day toward success. Keep in mind that absences add up quickly. Students absent 10% of the school year (or just two days per month) are considered chronically absent.
When possible, schedule appointments for your child outside of school hours. If your child needs to miss school because of an illness or another reason, you must report the absence to their school. Most schools have an attendance link near the bottom of their homepage. If you are unsure how to report an absence, please call your school’s front office.
Watch this video with tips on understanding FCPS’ school calendar and visit our Attendance webpage for additional information. Attend today, achieve tomorrow!
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.
Free Webinars for Families
In October, the Family Resource Center (FRC) will host webinars for families on:
- Supporting siblings of children with disabilities.
- Helping students organize their schoolwork.
- Benchmark Advance, the new K-6 language arts curriculum.
- Ways to engage with your children in mathematics.
- Transitions from school to work and adult life for students with disabilities.
Sign up for the FRC newsletter to learn about their latest offerings or visit their webinar webpage.
Providence Day and Back to School Celebration on Sat., Oct. 5
Join us for a day of fun, connection, and community spirit! The inaugural Providence Day and Back to School Celebration is on Saturday, October 5, from 11 am to 3 pm at Marshall High School. We will celebrate the vibrant and diverse community we're proud to call home and highlight local organizations and businesses while fostering stronger connections among residents and community leaders. This free, family-friendly event is open to all Fairfax County residents and will feature interactive booths, live performances, food trucks, activities for kids, giveaways and prizes, community spotlights, and more!
Chantilly High School Haunted House Event – Saturday, 10/26
Mark your calendar for one of our local area’s favorite fall events - the Chantilly High School Haunted House! Along with the Haunted House, there will be games, face painting, and refreshments for sale. Proceeds benefit the Chargers Field Hockey, Girls Soccer & Girls Lacrosse programs. Tickets are $10 in advance ($15 at the door). To order your tickets, use the QR code or log on to www.CHSHauntedHouse.com
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