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Reflections Contest Teams Up with United Against Hate Week: Poetry Feature

Got a poem for the Reflections contest? Submit by Sept 30 to have it entered into Santa Monica’s United Against Hate Week’s events in October.

Monica Gelfand 9/18/25 Monica Gelfand 9/18/25

SMMUSD Parent Academy, Sat, Oct 18th from 9am-3pm, Lincoln Middle School

Engage, learn, and connect with SMMUSD parents at Lincoln Middle School at the 2nd Annual Parent Academy on Sat, October 18th. Watch this video to learn more about it.

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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!

Monica Gelfand 9/11/25 Monica Gelfand 9/11/25

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!

Dara Beer 9/4/25 Dara Beer 9/4/25

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!

Monica Gelfand 9/3/25 Monica Gelfand 9/3/25

Chess Club Continues to Meet on Wednesdays in the New Year

For students who love to play chess or who want to learn more! Join us in the library during lunch recess every Wednesday or come to our next morning meeting on Wed, Oct 22nd at 7:45am.

Dara Beer 9/2/25 Dara Beer 9/2/25

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.

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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!

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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!

Monica Gelfand 8/27/25 Monica Gelfand 8/27/25

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.

Monica Gelfand 8/18/25 Monica Gelfand 8/18/25

Valet Starts the First Day of School and Volunteers are Needed!

Valet is back and we are looking for volunteers to help make it run safely and smoothly!

Monica Gelfand 8/18/25 Monica Gelfand 8/18/25

Free Franklin Friend T-Shirt

The PTA is providing free Franklin Friend T-Shirts to all students, faculty and staff—submit a form for each student or staff member by September 15th!

Monica Gelfand 6/5/25 Monica Gelfand 6/5/25

Thank You for Supporting SMEF All Year Long!

We’re honored to be named the 2025 Most Loved Nonprofit by the Santa Monica Daily Press—thank you for your incredible support! 💙

Monica Gelfand 6/3/25 Monica Gelfand 6/3/25

First Annual Chess Tournament

Franklin Elementary held its first annual Chess Tournament on May 31, with nearly 50 K–5 students and a 22-game exhibition by National Master and Franklin dad, Josh Gutman.