TK/K Fall 2026 Round Up on Thursday, January 22nd at 8:00 am
Incoming TK and Kindergarten families for 2026-2027 are invited to Franklin on Thursday, January 22 at 8am. RSVP required.
SMBGC Biddy Basketball Signups For 2nd-5th Graders
Join an eight‑week youth basketball season with twice‑weekly practices and an exciting championship finale.
Congrats to Our Newly Elected Student Leaders
A big round of applause for our student leaders and all those who participated and ran in the election.
Annual Book Swap: Thursday, January 15th, 1:30pm at Kinder Gate and 2:45pm between Idaho Gates
Join us for our annual Book Swap on January 15th after school! Book donations can be left in the front office from Jan 8th - 12th.
The Math Olympiad is Back!
Open to 4th and 5th graders only - qualifying test will be on Tuesday, January 13th from 7:40am - 8:25am.
Save the Date for the Move-A-Thon: Friday, Jan 30th
New Move‑A‑Thon date is Jan 30th-manifesting a rain‑free week!
It’s Not Too Late to Score An Autographed Barney Saltzberg Book
Heard wonderful things about the amazing author who visited with and read to Franklin students? Capture the memory with a unique keepsake!
Ed Foundation: Double Your Impact Before Year-End!
Check out the last $25,000 match of the year and support our students!
Winter Concerts: 5th Grade 12/16 @ 8:45am and 4th Grade 12/18 @ 8:45am
4th and 5th grade Winter Concerts are coming up next week! Check the flyer for room locations for each music class.
Reflection Winners
The PTA hosted a wonderful and memorable evening for the 50 participants of this year’s contest. Check out the top winners who competed at the district-wide competition.
Important SMMUSD Update: GoPass TAP Card Expiration and Renewal Process
SMMUSD reminds families that GoPass TAP cards expire after five years and must be renewed before 2026
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!