Screenagers: Film Screening at JAMS Performance Studio, Tues, Jan 27th @ 6pm
JAMS is offering a film screening of Screenagers: Elementary School Age Edition. Learn how to empower kids to navigate and find balance in the digital world. RSVP to this timely event!
Frozen at Lincoln Middle School: Jan 23-25
Come watch Lincoln middle schoolers perform in Frozen. Purchase tickets before they sell out!
Franklin Dance Team SignUps for 4th and 5th Graders!
Franklin’s Dance Team signups are back! Learn technique, practice dance routines and perform at school assemblies. Open to 4th and 5th graders. Sign-up by 1/23.
Winter/Spring Theater, Grades 3-5, Free After-School Program, Mondays & Wednesdays
A free after-school theater program for grades 3–5, taught by fellow Franklin mom and Performing Arts Educator, Melissa Sullivan.
Science Olympiad Informational Meetings: Mon, Jan 26th and Wed, Jan 28th at 7:40am-8:25am, Rm 25
Science Olympiad is coming to Franklin and is open to 4th and 5th graders. Join us on 1/26 or 1/28 at our informational meetings to learn more info.
Calling all Franklin 5th Graders!
Design a picture with your Franklin Bolt spirit for a chance to be featured on the 5th grade Memory Book cover! Submissions due 2/3.
Future Vikings: Perform with SAMOHI’s Pep Squad, GrADES K-6
A great opportunity for your child to train with the Samohi Pep Squad and perform at halftime of the girls varsity game. Register here!
Want to Volunteer on Campus? Training coming up Tuesday, Jan 13th, 10am on Zoom
Want to help in the classroom, with field trips, Book Fair, or more? Sign up here for the training on 1/13.
PTA Members Wanted to Serve on the Nominating Committee, Submissions Due by 2/4
Want to help shape the upcoming PTA executive board? Learn more!
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