PTA Meeting Thursday, Sept 18 at 8:45 a.m. in the Cafetorium
Join the PTA meeting to hear all that is planned for this month and the upcoming year - with so much going on, you won’t want to miss it!
PTA Restaurant Giveback: Chipotle, Thurs, Sept 25, 4-8pm
Treat yourself to Chipotle while supporting the Franklin PTA! 25% of all Franklin sales that day will benefit our school. Enjoy!
Free After-School Theater Foundations Class at Franklin for 3rd-5th Grade
This fall we will offer a theater course led by Franklin parent and pro. Students will build confidence, creativity, and stage skills in a fun, supportive space. Limited spots—email to reserve!
Join the Fun with Art Cart!
Sign up here to help 1st thru 5th grade students unleash their creativity and enjoy a peaceful recess.
Santa Monica Boys & Girls Club Flag Football Team is Forming
SMBGC is proud to offer flag football for all 2nd - 5th Grders after school. Sign up by Sept 15th!
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 a Program opt-in form.
Join Franklin's Gardening Club
Do you love sunshine, dirt and fun? Franklin’s Gardening Club is looking for volunteers on Tuesdays and Fridays. Sign up here.
Chess Club Meetings at 7:45am and During Lunch Recess, Starting Wed 9/24 in the Library
Starting Wednesday 9/24, Franklin’s Chess Club invites students to sharpen their skills and enjoy friendly matches. Check the article for specific dates and times.
Family Photos for the Holidays – Sessions Start at $50 & Supports Franklin PTA
It’s never too early to start thinking about the holidays! Book a $50 photoshoot from September through November and 100% of the fee will be donated to the PTA.
Want to be Part of Franklin’s Site Governance Council?
Wondering about more ways to be involved at Franklin? Consider joining SGC and add your name to the ballot by emailing Wai Mei Lee by Monday, Sept 15.
Fall Crest Enrichment Signups Coming Up On Sept 3rd at 6am
Check out the new Fall session of Crest classes - water color painting, beginning Hebrew and more! Create your login and get ready to register on September 3rd at 6am!
Franklin Campus Campout – Friday, October 17!
Franklin Campus Campout is back Oct 17th! Join us for a magical night of crafts, games, music and s’mores under the stars. Ticket sales open Sept 26th @ 5pm!
Want to Volunteer on Campus? Trainings coming up on 9/25 and 10/7
Want to help in the classroom, with field trips, Book Fair, or more? Then you need to attend a mandatory training - needed for all campus volunteers. Zoom on 9/25 and 10/7.
Calling All Book Lovers- Library Volunteers Needed
If you love all things literature, we’ve got something for you! You’ll need to have volunteer training before you can help out, but let us know if you are interested!
Join the Franklin Fridays Bike Bus - EVERY Friday!
Join the Friday Bike Bus as we pedal to school every Friday!
Back to School Picnic, Friday Sept 12 from 5-7pm, Big Yard
Bring a picnic dinner and a blanket or chairs for your family and join us on the big yard! DJ will be spinning tunes and snacks and dessert available for purchase!
PTA Reflections - I Belong
The national art program invites students to create various types of art based on the theme, I Belong. Parent volunteers are needed to review submissions too. Art due October 10.
Science Club: Mad Science-Gas Works, Wed, Sept 10th at 6pm
Franklin Science Club is back and we’re kicking things off with a bang (literally)! Open to all TK–5 students—no sign-up needed.
New Parent Party, Tues, Sept 16th from 6-8pm
If you are a TK/Kinder parent or new to Franklin, this party is for you! Join us to meet other families, members of the PTA and administrators. RSVP here. See you there!
Coffee with the Principal, Wed, Sept 10th, 8:45 am
Join us in the cafetorium for a cup of coffee to meet our new Principal, Ms. Natalie Burton and Assistant Principal, Ms. Alix Pickett, and hear about all the wonderful plans for the year.