Winter CREST Camp-Update With New Field Trips!
Need something fun for the kids to do during Winter break? Look no further - registration for Crest Winter Camp is open now!
PTA Members Wanted to Serve on the Nominating Committee
Want to help shape the upcoming PTA executive board? Learn more!
Science Club: Makey Makey-Everyday Invention Lab, Wed, Dec 10 at 7pm
Join us at TheCoderSchool for an exclusive Makey Makey workshop where kids turn everyday objects into interactive tech! Open to 1st-5th grade, sign up here.
Holiday Toy Drive through Thursday, December 11
Spread joy this season and consider donating to the Boys and Girls Club Holiday Toy Drive. Donations will be accepted at the front office through December 11th.
Giving Tuesday is on December 2!
The Ed Foundation needs your help to raise $100K in a day for our public school students! Pledge NOW or donate on December 2 to make your impact count for our students!
Move-A-Thon Will be Rescheduled for Early 2026
The Move-A-Thon is postponed to early 2026 but fundraising, prizes and celebrations are still on the way!
Support for Immigrant Families
SMMPTA Council supports immigrant families by sharing California State PTA guidance with vital rights, resources and protections to build safe and supportive school communities.
5th Grade Culmination MEETING - Volunteers Needed
5th Grade Culmination needs 5th grade parent volunteers to start planning for this years ceremony!
Message From the Santa Monica Police Department: Drop Off & Pick Up at Franklin
Slow down, stay alert and follow traffic rules-our children's safety depends on it.
Last Call for Family Photo Sessions - Get Them in Time for the Holidays
Need photos for your holiday cards?! Book a $50 photoshoot through December 7th and 100% of the fee will be donated to the PTA.
Holiday Food Drive - Nov 5th Thru Nov 21st
We are hosting a Holiday Food Drive for the Westside Food Bank. Collection bins will be outside the front office through November 21st.
The Holiday Book Fair Needs You!
It’s the best time of the year to stock up on best-sellers, journals, pens and even meet an author! Don’t miss out on the fun! Sign up here to help out!
Franklin Elementary Honored on 2025 California Honor Roll
Six SMMUSD schools, including Franklin, earned spots on the 2025 California Honor Roll for outstanding student achievement and equity.
Move-A-Thon Rescheduled for Friday, November 21st
There’s still time to register! And time to volunteer! Please sign up through your class volunteer link or if you have more time think about being a core volunteer.
Science Club: We Are Star Stuff- Searching for Oxygen All Over the Universe, Tues, Nov 18th, 6pm, Cafetorium
Come hear Dr. Shapley from UCLA present about the link between humanity and stardust with hands-on activities. Open to all Franklin TK–5 students—no sign-up needed.
The PS Arts Team needs your help!
PS Arts Team is kicking off a Chioazza-inspired sculpture project and needs egg cartons to create their art projects.
5th Grade Culmination Planning Committee Needs You! Join an Information Session on Monday, November 17th at 7 pm
5th Grade Culmination needs 5th grade parent volunteers now to start planning for this years ceremony!
Dia de Los Muertos: Franklin’s Community Ofrenda Viewing, Nov 3rd-7th, Cafetorium
Stop by the Cafetorium next week to view our vibrant Día de los Muertos altar.
Franklin Fridays Bike Bus - Read the updated Rules and Sign the waiver
The Friday Bike Bus is a great way to get to school! Make sure to read the rules and sign the new waiver.