Back to School Block Party: Fri, Sept 25th, 5-7pm, Idaho Ave
Kick off the new school year with friends, games and treats at our Back-to-School Block Party on Friday, September 25th, from 5–7pm.
Want to be Part of Franklin’s School Site Council?
Wondering about more ways to be involved at Franklin? Consider joining SSC-submissions are due September 14th.
Friday Night Soccer Skills Camp K-6th Grade To Benefit the SAMOHI Boys Soccer Teams
The SAMOHI boys’ soccer teams are offering a Friday nights soccer skills camp for K-6th graders. All proceeds will benefit SAMOHI boys' soccer. Sign up here!
PTA Reflections - What My Culture Means to Me
Calling all student artists! Create art (visual, music, choreography, film, photography or literature) inspired by this year’s theme, “What My Culture Means to Me.” Submissions are due October 13th.
Board of Education Candidates Forum: Tues, Sept 29, 6:30-8pm, SMMUSD Board Room or Zoom
Join us September 29 for the Board of Education Candidates Forum, in person or via Zoom, and hear candidates discuss the issues that matter most to our schools and community.
PTA Art Cart Volunteers Needed: Grades 1st–5th
Sign up here to help 1st thru 5th grade students unleash their creativity and enjoy art projects during recess!
Tickets on Sale Now for the Samohi Legacy Tailgate!
Join us September 18 for the Samohi Legacy Tailgate, an adults-only celebration of Viking athletics, community and tradition before the Homecoming game! Purchase tickets before they sell out!
Chess Club Starts Friday, September 11th
For students who love to play Chess or who want to learn more! Starting Sept 11, join us in the library during lunch recess every Friday and before school every other Friday.
Science Club-Mad Science Up Up and Away: Thurs, Sept 10 at 6:00pm, Blacktop
Sign up for all Science Club emails here and join us for the first event on September 10th as we learn all about air pressure.
Photoshoot Session Proceeds Support the PTA
Book a $50 photoshoot from September thru November and 100% of the fee will be donated to the PTA!
Franklin Dance Team SignUps for 4th and 5th Graders!
Franklin’s Dance Team signups are back! Learn technique, practice dance routines and perform at school assemblies. Open to 4th and 5th graders. Sign-up by Sept. 11th.
Weekend Bag Program Helps Address Food Insecurity
Franklin families wishing to enroll should contact our school’s Bilingual Community Liaison, Florencia Rams, and fill out an opt-in form.
Introducing our 2026-2027 “Across the Sky” Sponsorship: Abraham Orthodontics
A huge thank you and shoutout to Abraham Orthodontics for being Franklin’s “Across the Sky” sponsor this school year-we’re so grateful for your incredible support!
Fall Crest Class registration Opens on August 27th at 6am
Check out the new Fall session of Crest classes - Zumba, Lego Robotics, Nature Arts and more! Create your login and get ready to register on August 27th at 6am!
Franklin Volunteer Training - Thur, Oct. 8th at 10am on Zoom
Want to volunteer at Franklin? Complete the mandatory volunteer training on Thursday, Oct 8th at 10 am - sign up for Zoom info.
Free and Reduced Meal Applications- Apply by Friday, Oct. 2, 2026
Complete your Meal Application by Friday, October 2nd to help connect your family and our schools with valuable resources and opportunities.
Room Parents Needed
Interested in being a Room Parent? Sign up today—it’s a great way to stay involved and make a positive impact in your child’s classroom!