PTA Executive Board is Looking for You!
If you would like to have a voice and an active role in the Franklin's community, joining the Franklin PTA Executive Board is a great way to make a difference!
It's Time for Honorary PTA Service Award Nominations!
Each year the PTA honors members who have demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to the life of our school. Nominate here by April 3rd! The ceremony will be on May 21st.
Summer Adventure Online Registration Opens Monday, March 2nd at 7:30am!
Summer Adventure registration is right around the corner! Learn more about the program here.
Town Hall with SMMUSD Construction Team: Tues, March 17th at 6:30pm, Cafetorium
Join us for our Town Hall meeting to learn about upcoming campus improvements.
Spring Crest Class registration opens on February 18th at 6am
Check out the new Spring session of Crest classes -Cheerleading, Lego Robotics and more! Create your login and get ready to register on February 18th at 6am!
Upcoming District PTA Events
Our District PTA has some wonderful upcoming events, including the March 7th Stronger Together: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Conference at Lincoln Middle School and a Zoom roundtable on March 24.
Social Studies-Screening and Panel Conversation Hosted by SMMPTA: Feb 24th at 6pm, JAMS
Join SMMPTA for a screening of Social Studies and a live conversation with director, Lauren Greenfield, and film participants. Register here!
Reminders from Santa Monica Boys and Girls Club
Important reminders on pick-up safety, Biddy Basketball updates and Spring Break Day Camp registration at Santa Monica Boys & Girls Club!
Parent Ed: Raising Enthusiastic Readers: Mon, Feb 23rd at 8:45am, Rm. 3
Come learn from Ms. Flynn, former Franklin 5th grade teacher, on raising lifelong readers.
SMMPTA Council is Seeking Nominations for 2026-2027
SMMPTA Council is seeking nominations for the 2026–2027 Executive Board (3rd VP Health & Safety, 4th VP Education, Recording Secretary). Interested members can email for details or to join the ballot. Deadline February 10.
PTA Meeting: Thurs, Feb. 19 at 8:45 am, Room 3
Join the PTA meeting to hear all that is planned in the next few months! With so much going on, you won’t want to miss it! Agenda found here.
Seeking Host Families and Performance Groups for the Multicultural Fair on April 23rd
One of our most anticipated events is coming up! Please check out the info sheet and sign up to participate.
Science Club: SaMoTech Robotics: Tues, Feb 10 @ 6:00 PM, Cafetorium
SaMoTech Robotics returns next week-Meet the students and drive real competition robots at this exciting, hands-on STEM event! Open to all Franklin students.
The Move-A-Thon is Happening on January 30th!
The Move-A-Thon has officially been rescheduled for Friday, January 30th! Sign up now as a Class Volunteer or a Core Volunteer and help make Jan 30 an unforgettable day for our Bolts!
Claim your Lost & Found - Unclaimed Items Will be Donated February 27th
Look through the Lost and Found and claim those missing items!
5th Grade Families: Get to Know Lincoln!
Get to know Lincoln Middle School on Thursday, February 5th at 6pm in Lincoln’s auditorium.
Winter Book Café: Fri, Feb 13th at 7:45am, Library
Start your morning off with reading, friends, coffee and breakfast treats!
Parent Ed Recap: What we Learned About Lice
Missed Tuesday’s Parent Ed? Check out the presentation on lice prevention, treatment and school health procedures.
33rd District Annual and SMM PTA Council Election Meeting: Thurs, Feb 26th at 9:30am
Register for the 33rd District PTA’s virtual Annual Association Meeting on February 26th.
Student Portrait Plates Now on Sale!
TK - 5th grade students will be working on self portraits that will be transformed into a commemorative plate! Order your portrait plates here before March 13th.