Head Lice Found In Our Community
Head lice have been identified in our community—while not a health hazard, early detection and prompt treatment are essential to prevent spread.
Block Party! Bike It Walk It Bus It - Friday, Oct 10th at 7:45 a.m.
Join the Bike It, Walk It, Bus It Block Party on Friday, Oct 10th and let’s win the Golden Sneaker again!
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.
SMMUSD Folklorico Dance Classes - Grades 3-5
SMMUSD is happy to offer FREE Folklórico dance classes again for the 2025-26 school year. Participants will attend two classes after school each week. Enroll your student today.
Franklin Campus Campout – Friday, October 17!
Franklin Campus Campout - help make this a magical night of crafts, games, music and s’mores under the stars. Volunteer here to make it a success!
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.
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.
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 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 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.
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.
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!
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!
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!