STAR NOVA-Programs start Tomorrow!

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Welcome returning Students, Parents, and Newcomers to the Star Program!

Hello, my name is Janneth Maragakis, new site director of the 2016-17 school year, and my new assistant Peter Rusch.  I would like to acquaint you with some positive changes we have implemented this year to make things easier for you and function more smoothly for both of us.  Our accounting department has set up on-line registration and payment for your child on a first-come-first-served basis, beginning Wednesday, August 24, 2016! This enables us to better serve you by fulfilling insurance provisions required by the school district while your child is under our supervision. To further assist you to enroll or answer questions you may have about this changes, we will set up a table in the lobby of the school between 2:00 and 4:00 pm on Wednesday, August 24^th, Thursday, August 25^th, and Friday, August 26^th. At that time you may enroll your child, pay by check or on-line, review a program brochure, pick up scholarship applications (watch up for deadlines, as this will be extremely enforced) or get clarification on any  classes being offered this session. Since many fill up quickly, we suggest you obtain on-line information for registration at benjaminfranklin.starinc.org or stop by next week (8/24 – 8/26) to speak with one of us.  Hopefully, by now, all of you have a Star Brochure, (if not, please visit our website benjaminfranklin.starinc.org for a digital copy), I want to point out a few changes and mistakes: the violin class on Tuesdays was moved to Wednesdays, same times. All classes on Thursdays (early dismissal day) will be as follows: 1:15 to 2:15 for K, 1, 2, 3^rd grades, 2:15 to 3:15 for 4, 5, and 6 graders. 

We are looking forward to another stimulating class year in the STAR program with you and your child!

 

Yours truly,

Janneth Maragakis, Site Director

Peter Rusch, Assistant Site Director

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You do not want to miss this opportunity! 

GUSD Foreign Language Academies of Glendale invites you to a wonderful Parent Information Night, presented by Dr. Kathryn Lindholm-Leary, Thursday, Sept. 15, at 6:30 PM at  Edison Elementary School's Gym, (435 S. Pacific Avenue, Glendale).  

Dr. Kathryn Lindholm-Leary is a Professor Emerita of Child and Adolescent Development at San Jose State University. For the past 30 years, she has compiled comprehensive data on bilingual students, including GUSD dual immersion programs. She is known and has received many awards for her extensive research. 

Topics Will Include:  the Academic success of GUSD’s Dual Language students,Transitioning from elementary to middle and high school in Dual Language Programs, How to be involved in your child’s bilingual journey. There will be time for questions you may have  for Dr. Lindholm-Leary!

Please RSVP to Reserve Your Space! http://tinyurl.com/dualparentnight

Or by phone at 818 241-3111 ext. 1285

We hope to see you there

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Dear Franklin Families,

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday night message for the week of August 29th. 

 

The PTA International Book Expo is coming!  Please look for the survey in the Weekly Franklin Blast and let them know what titles you want to see. Please emailJu...@hyperimage.net if you’d like to volunteer and join in the fun and please remember to join the Franklin PTA.

 

Thanks to the PTA and Franklin parent, Adriana Tavares-Torresan, the self-serve Parent Library is now open in the Franklin lobby. Enjoy reading research-based literature on the topics of child development, parenting, bilingualism and more. Donations welcome.

 

Looking ahead, the Benjamin Franklin Elementary Foundation, also known as BFEF, is holding an open meeting on Wednesday, Sept 7^th starting at 6:30 PM in the auditorium. Come learn how you can get involved with all the exciting programs that BFEF runs for our students. Childcare will be provided.

 

The Family Handbook is attached to this message and will also be available on our Franklin Website at www.franklinmagnetschool.org. In an effort to be as green as possible, a hard copy will not be sent home this year. The school calendar may also be accessed on the school website. 

 

Many students are still coming in late. Students are to be lined up on the playground by 8:05 AM. The gate opens and there is supervision by 7:40 AM.  

 

This week’s emergency drill is a fire drill.

 

Tuesday, August 30^th is Fall Picture Day.

 

Wednesday August 31^st is Back to School Night. Please remember that this is an adult only event except for the 6^th graders selling food from 5-7 PM. Kindergarten – 3^rdGrade Classroom Presentations are 6-6:40 PM, 4^th–6^th Grade Classroom Presentations are 6:45-7:25 PM. The Mandatory 6^th Grade Parent Meeting is 7:30-8 PM.         

 

Thursday, September 1^st is a minimum day. Kindergarten dismisses at 11:42 AM and 1^st - 6^th dismisses at 11:46 AM. September 2^nd and 5^th are school holidays.

 

Have a wonderful Sunday night, remember to Be SMART, and I will see you tomorrow morning before 8:05 AM. Goodbye.

Vickie Atikian Aviles

Franklin Principal

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Hello parents,

I hope we all recuperate after the craziness of registration.  I would like to take this opportunity to clarify a couple of issues:

During registration our data system allows up to 100 people to enroll at one time. Therefore, the period from 2-3pm is reserved for kindergarten classes, since most are new students that take more time to set up an account. The period after 3pm is reserved for grades 1-6. However, we had a jam up on the first day with all grades trying at once.

We appreciate your patience by waiting a while until the site resets to accept more people.

We still have some openings in classes that your child may be interested in. Please check our website for the most current updates.

 

Regards,

Janneth and Peter

Star Nova Education

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Dear Franklin Families,

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday night message for the week of September 5th.

 

Please 

 

I want to remind everyone to please be respectful of our neighbors, the neighborhood, and traffic laws. DO NOT block or park in driveways, double park, or make U-turns in the middle of the street. Make sure to always use crosswalks for safety and also to set a good example of following rules for our students.

 

Starting Tuesday, the morning gate will open at 7:30 AM instead of 7:40 AM. This will allow you an extra 10 minutes to get to school on time.

 

Franklin PTA would like to thank all the families and staff who have joined. We are currently at 545 members. We still need a little over 100 members to be at our goal of 100% membership, which we’ve had for the last 8 years. Please send in your membership envelopes. More are available in the office. Anyone you know can join (parents, grandparents, students and friends), and it’s only $8. Sign  The top primary and top upper grade classes will win.

 

Wednesday, Sept 7^th starting at 8:15 AM in the auditorium is Tea with Atikian. Come by to have tea, treats and casual conversation.

 

The Benjamin Franklin Elementary Foundation, also  starting at 6:30 PM in the auditorium. Come learn how you can get involved with all the exciting programs that BFEF runs for our students. Childcare will be provided.

 

Order forms for Franklin OWL T-shirts went home in Thursday folders. OWL T-shirts are now available in red and navy. The first order will go in on Friday, so please get your order form and payment in asap.

Looking ahead, there will be a special dual family evening with Dr. Kathryn Lindholm-Leary on Thursday, September 15^th at Edison Elementary starting at 6:30 PM. Dr. Lindholm-Leary is a lead researcher in the area of dual language programs. Information went home in the Thursday Folder. Reserve you space to attend this informative evening http://tinyurl.com/dualparentnight

Dual Immersion Parent Night! tinyurl.com R.S.V.P Below for the Dual Immersion Parent Night Thursday, September 15, 6:30 pm Edison Elementary School Gym 435 S. Pacific Ave, Glendale

The following is the link to the Early Education and Extended Learning Programs newsletter 

http://www.gusd.net/cms/lib03/CA01000648/Centricity/Domain/40/Newletter%208-16.pdf

 

Have a wonderful couple of days, remember to Be SMART, and I will see you Tuesday morning before 8:05 AM. Goodbye.

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 starting at 6:30 PM in the auditorium. Come learn how you can get involved with all the exciting programs that BFEF runs for our students. Childcare will be provided.

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When: Sept 9

Time: 8:06am (Right after first bell)

Where: Cafeteria

We will have a short meeting tomorrow morning to review the duties (not much, you are only your teacher's knight in shining armor), and the fun expectations of room reps for the school year.

Please make an effort to attend, we promise to keep it short!

Thanks,

Room Rep Coordinator

C-J Mahoney

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Dear Parents,

ALL PARENTS are welcome to attend whether you are new or returning members of the PTA, you can get your feet wet with our very first association meeting on Tuesday, Sept 13th, 6:00 pm in the school auditorium. 

Come meet this year’s executive board, learn what your PTA board members facilitate, and see what wonderful things the PTA has to offer your children! Refreshments will be served and childcare will be provided.

See you then!

Scott Silver

PTA President

Dare to be Different

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Dear Franklin Families,

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday night message for the week of September 12th.

 

Franklin PTA is very busy right now!

 

I’m happy to announce that we made our 100% membership goal with 875 members. Thank you to all who joined. Ms. Carbajal’s class won the pizza party for primary and Ms. Mazza’s class won for upper grades. Great job!

 

Our PTA Reflections assemblies are tomorrow. We hope to inspire all students to participate in one of the available art categories. This year’s theme is What Is Your Story?

 

 night in the Auditorium starting at 6 PM. All parents are welcome and encouraged to attend. Come meet this year’sexecutive board, learn what they facilitate, and see what wonderful things the PTA has to offer our children! Refreshments will be served and childcare will be provided.

 

Also, the PTA international Book Expo is almost here. Target Language books, English books, and the Principal’s Book Club selection will all be on sale. to 9 PM. The classrooms will shop during school hours the week of the 19th. Look for more information in this week's Thursday's folder. We still need volunteers!  Email Ju...@hyperimage.net if you are available to help.

 

Please remember that there will be a special dual family evening with Dr. Kathryn Lindholm-Leary on Thursday, September 15^th at Edison Elementary starting at 6:30 PM. She is a lead researcher in the area of dual immersion language programs. Reserve you space to attend this informative eveninghttp://tinyurl.com/dualparentnight.

 

Have a wonderful Sunday night, remember to Be SMART, and I will see you tomorrow morning before 8:05 AM. Goodbye.

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Glendale Unified School District Upcoming TB Clinic for Parent Volunteers.

TEST:  Monday, October 24th, 2016 from 1-5pm at First United Methodist Church(134 N. Kenwood St.,Glendale, CA 91206)

READING:  Thursday, October 27, 2016 from 1-5pm at Administration Center Room 103 (223 North Jackson St. Glendale, CA 91206)

If you are interested in attending the TB Clinic, please inform Francis at Franklin Magnet School (818-243-1809) no later than Monday, Oct. 17th. 

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Dear Franklin Families,

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday night message for the week of September 19th.

 

Thank you to our wonderful PTA volunteers for putting on our International Book Expo. We had a great family night of shopping on Friday and now each class will have a chance to shop during the week. Also, the Book Expo is open after school  was added by popular demand on Tuesday night 6-8:30 PM. The Book Expo ends on the 23rd. If you are able to volunteer, please email Ju...@hyperimage.net.

 

Also, don’t forget to pick up your Principal’s Book Club book Because of Winn Dixiealso available at the Book Expo.  Thursday September 29th. Permission slips went home in the Thursday folders, you can pick one up in the office, and it is attached to this email.

 

Progress reports go home on Thursday only for students who have one or more areas of concern.

 

Please make sure to check the lost and found. Please remember to put first and last names on personal items. There are a lot of unlabeled jackets, lunch boxes and water bottles that need to get back with their owners. Anything not picked up by Friday will be donated.

 

Have a wonderful Sunday night, remember to Be SMART, and I will see you tomorrow morning before 8:05 AM. Goodbye.

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Hello Franklin Magnet Parents!

I am so excited to announce that Girls on the Run will be returning to Franklin Magnet for another fabulous Season! Whether your daughter is new or a seasoned Superstar, I guarantee she will have a fun learning experience and we would LOVE to have her join! 

Online Registration has begun! Please be sure to save your spot by registering today! We are excited to offer this opportunity for the girls to participate right after school is dismissed! We hope it is also more convenient for parents too!

Here is a list of Fall Details you won't want to miss:

• Where: Franklin Magnet
• When: Mondays/Fridays 2:45 - 4:00 pm 
• The first date of practice is Monday, 10/3 and the last day on Friday, 12/16
• 5k Details: Sunday, 12/11 - with more details to come!

We have an exciting, action-packed 10-week program planned with games, activities, and important lessons led by a wonderful set of enthusiastic new coaches!

Topics covered include:

. Weeks 1-4: Self-care, self-awareness, knowing self

. Weeks 5-7: Connectedness: Selecting healthy relationships and keeping them healthy

. Weeks 8-10: Celebrating and sharing our strengths

Each lesson consists of an introduction, getting-on-board activity, warm-up, workout and discussion, and wrap-up with a big Girls on the Run cheer! The lessons are set up so that the workout gradually increases and the girls build up their endurance to prepare for their 3-mile walk/run over the 10 weeks.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at (323) 806 - 5130 or step...@gotrla.org.

Thank you and we are looking forward to having your daughter join us for another amazing season!

Best,

Stephanie

stephanie george |program manager

girls on the run of los angeles county |556 s. fair oaks ave, #101-307 | pasadena, ca 91105 

www.gotrla.org | 323.806.5130  cell | 626.590.4770 ext. 702 office | step...@gotrla.orgemail

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Dear Franklin Families,

This is a special message regarding the amazing PTA International Book Expo. Each class has a scheduled time to visit.  We're having a special family night tomorrow, September 20th from 6:00-8:30 PM.  Come by and buy and don't miss out! 

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You're the next contestant  on THE PRICE IS RIGHT!!!   COME ON DOWN!!!

VIP SEATING...NO WAITING IN LINE & You could even be called down & win your own prizes!!

and earn money for our school!

Tomorrow -Wednesday, Sept. 21st

8:30am -2:30pm at CBS by The Grove on Fairfax.

We only have 6 spots left!

The First 6 Parents to email me will get those spots.

It will raise $400 for our school!!!

Yaaaayyyy!!!!!

Email me,  Juli Black at :

bubbl...@gmail.com

I will need to know you will commit to go by 8pm tonight :)

FOR ONE DAY ONLY: Your group can make money and everyone will be eligible to be a contestant!
Who wants FRONT-OF-THE-LINE PASSES and VIP SEATS? Follow us on Twitter @OnCamAudiencesfor a chance to win.  We select random winners each week.  Meet you there!	We are donating $20 per person for groups that attend a taping of The Price is Right next Wednesday, September 21st... This is a very rare opportunity and space is limited! If you've never been to the most popular game show on the planet, this is your chance to scratch it off the bucket list. Already been? Come back! We LOVE familiar faces. Your group will have the experience of a lifetime together and you might be called to 'COME ON DOWN' as a contestant. It's an institution. It's an experience. It'sThe Price is Right.  The minimum age to attend is 18 and you must have at least 20 people to qualify as a group.. The donation is $20 per person and SPACE IS LIMITED.

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Dear Franklin Families,

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday night message for the week of September 26th.

 

Thank you to all of our amazing PTA volunteers for putting on this year's International Book Expo. A special shout out to Judy Brousseau and Gloria Martin for taking the lead on this very successful event!  

 

The 1110, not 1120. Room 1110 is Frau Abdallah’s classroom and is the closest to the Winchester gate. Please make sure to have read chapters 1-5 of Because of Winn Dixie.

 

Friday, September 30th is our monthly Awards Assembly starting at 8:15 AM on the playground. Any student who gets one of the monthly awards will have extended recess with me before their regular recess time. Friday is also Spirit Day. Please remember to wear any Franklin T-shirt or school colors of red, white, and/or navy blue.

 

Looking Ahead, BFEF will be organizing this year’s Just Jumpin’ Jump-a-thon coming our way October 27th. Look for information in this week’s Thursday folder. There will be cool prizes for all students who participate and raise money! Get ready to jump!

 

Have a fabulous Sunday night, remember to Be SMART, and I will see you tomorrow morning before 8:05 AM. Goodbye.

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Dear Franklin Families:

 

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday night message for the week of October 3^rd.

 

If you have not filled out the GUSD Lunch Application and feel you  You are now paying full price and don’t need to be. Even if your child does not eat a school lunch, this count generates funding that helps students get the services they need. If you need another application, please contact our office. You may also apply online atmealapp.gusd.net.   

 

Please remember that the Winchester gate now opens at 7:30 AM. Please make every effort to get to school on time, which is being in line by 8:05 AM. We will start having parent conferences for students who have excessive absences and/or tardies.

 

 If you live in the neighborhood make sure to walk to school. If you don’t, try parking a few blocks away and walk in. If you’d like to walk in together, there is a group lead by our PTA meeting at Griffith Manor Park. They will begin walking to school by 7:35 AM through the Justin Street tunnel. It will be a walking school bus generated by kid power!

 

Friday is Authors and Illustrators Day. Every class will experience a presentation by an Author or Illustrator during the day and then the books will be available for purchase and signing after school in the auditorium. Flyers went home in the Thursday folders.  

 

October 3^rd -14^th is the Coats for Kids collection for the District. If you have a gently used jacket or coat you are no longer using, please drop it off in the lobby for donation.

 

PTA’s Square 1 Art Fall Fundraiser is starting. Be on the look out for your child’s personalized order form on Friday. Ordering will be one week only from Oct 7^th-14^th. These unique keepsakes created by your child’s artwork will arrive before Thanksgiving. They make great gifts and support the school at the same time. The money raised will go towards Buses for Class Field Trips, PTA Mother/Son Social, Father/Daughter Social, Assemblies for Students and Parents, Book Expo, Membership Winner Pizza Party and much more. Online ordering is simple. Go to www.square1art.com and shop away! Contact Juli Black, VP Fundraising PTA, with any questions at bubbl...@gmail.com.

Square 1 Art | It Starts With the Art! www.square1art.com Square 1 Art makes every child feel like an ACCOMPLISHED ARTIST. We’ve proven stellar participation and greater sales come by focusing on the art and the artist.

 

Have a fabulous evening. Remember to Be SMART and be at school before 8:05 AM. Goodbye!

 

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Who? Qui? Chi? Quien? Wer?

Our New Franklin Owl T-shirts are now available.  
https://www.booster.com/franklin-owl-shirt

All funds raised will go directly to our kids and the BFEF-funded programs they love!

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Dear Franklin Families,

We wanted to remind you that today is Authors and Illustrators Day. Every class will experience a presentation by an Author or Illustrator during the day. These amazing books will  Flyers went home in the Thursday folders.

Don't miss out on this special opportunity!!!

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Dear Franklin Families:

 

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday night message for the week of October 10th.

 

Your child’s Square 1 Art Project Order Form went home on Friday. All orders must be placed by this Friday, October 14^th. Help PTA reach its goal of 45% participation. These customized keepsakes make great holiday gifts and help the school at the same time. Go to www.square1art.com

 with you child’s access code and see all of the amazing items available for purchase. Contact Juli Black at bubbl...@gmail.com with any questions.  gate in the afternoon all this week with sample items. Remember, it’s hip to be square! 

 

Our monthly  There will be light refreshments and childcare available.

 

Friday is  Come and support our sixth graders by purchasing 

 

PTA Reflections are due Friday, Oct 14^th. Entry collections will be at the flagpole from 7:30-8:30 AM and 2:00-3:00 PM. More information can be found athttp://www.capta.org/rules-and-guidelines. If you have any questions, please contact the Reflections Chair, Cristal Miles at franklinr...@gmail.com.

 

Coats for Kids collections end this Friday the 14th. Please drop off any gently used jackets or coats in the lobby for donation. Also, please check the lost and found. Any jackets left behind will be added to the donation box on Friday.        

 

Jumpin’in Jump-a-thon is two weeks away. Please look for your child’s Jumpin’ packet in the Thursday folder this week. There are some amazing prizes and everyone who raises donations will get something. The crowdrise link is: https://www.crowdrise.com/just-jumpin/fundraiser/bfef

 

Please remember to adhere to our drop off and pick up procedures. Safety is our main concern. Please remember to be respectful of our neighbors, the neighborhood, and traffic laws. DO NOT block or park in driveways, double park, or make U-turns in the middle of the street. Make sure to always use crosswalks for safety and also to set a good example of following rules for our students.

 

Have a fabulous evening. Remember to Be SMART and be at school before 8:05 AM. Goodbye!

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Attention parents of incoming siblings for 2017-18 school year: 

If you have a child who will start new in 2017-18 (and you have a student who will be continuing at Franklin in 2017-18), please email Ana Jones 

(ajo...@gusd.net)  the following information: 

• the new incoming child's name  and date of birth
  
• the siblings name, grade for 2017 
  
• language  
  

A flier was sent out in the Thursday folder. Please make sure to return that flyer to the office as well.   If you want your child tested for language fluency, you will be able to select the date and time on the application.  Thank you! 

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It's Hip to be Square...1 Art!

Our PTA Fall Fundraiser is coming to a close! Don't Miss Out!
Order your Child's Square 1 Art before the deadline.

Your children worked really hard creating Awesome Art!

go to www.square1art.com

These Memorable Keepsakes make great Holiday Gifts for Grandparents, Aunts & Uncles, Cousins, Moms, Dads & Teachers! 

Make a Quilt or Tile Collage for your Silent Auction Class Project or 

A Gift for your Teacher :)

We need at least 300 more orders to receive our maximum 

return profit of 38%. More $$$ for Franklin!

You can do it Franklin Families!
Order Deadline is Friday, Oct. 14th

If you have any questions or need your Child's Access Code 

email Juli

bubbl...@gmail.com

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It's Hip to be Square...1 Art!

Our PTA Fall Fundraiser is coming to a close! Don't Miss Out!

Order your Child's Square 1 Art before FRIDAY.

Your child(ren) worked really hard creating Awesome Art!

go to www.square1art.com

These Memorable Keepsakes make great Holiday Gifts for Grandparents, Aunts & Uncles, Cousins, Moms, Dads & Teachers! 

Make a Quilt or Tile Collage for your Silent Auction Class Project or 

A Gift for your Teacher :)

We need at least 300 more orders to receive our maximum 

return profit of 38%. More $$$ for Franklin!

You can do it Franklin Families!

Order Deadline is TOMORROW- Friday, Oct. 14th

If you have any questions or need your Child's Access Code 

email Juli

bubbl...@gmail.com

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To all parents of Benjamin Franklin Students

 

The Star Nova I session will be over in a few weeks with no break between for the Nova II program beginning on October 31^st. Therefore, registration for the second session will start on Tuesday, October 25, with Kindergarten at 9 am and grades 1-6 at 10 am. Since registration will be only on-line for this second session, it is important that you establish an on-line account if you do not already have one. You may do that immediately if you wish. Current account holders need not re-apply unless you need to update personal items that have changed in your file.

Brochures will be distributed on the Thursday folder 10/20, so please make sure to check our new classes that have been added or eliminated since the first session. In particular, the Star Eco Station will be offering a hands-on interactive class called “Animal Architects.” Because this class involves interaction with live animals coming from our Culver City Eco Station facility,  we will need full participation in at least two of the three classes (7 students each). Otherwise, there may be cancellations.

Scholarship applications will be available on the 20^th as well as the brochures at the main office. Dateline for scholarship is October 28^th. If you have any question or concerns, please contact your site director Janneth  at (310) 912-4251.

Thank you for your past and continuing participation in our after school program.

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Hip to be Square...Square 1 Art that is...

Online Orders have been EXTENDED until

 11:59 pm MONDAY, OCTOBER 17TH!!

Paper Orders can be turned in to me or the front office 

on Monday, October 17th no later than 3pm.

If you have not placed your Square 1 Art Order yet; you still have a chance to purchase your child's art on memorable keepsakes which help contribute to 

Franklin & your child's self esteem. 

We are so close to hitting our 45% Schoolwide Participation 

to receive the maximum return profit of 38%!!

We need at least 75 more Orders!!

We can do it Franklin!!! :) 

These make great Holiday Gifts for Family & Friends. 

This is also a great idea for your Silent Auction Class Project!

Thank you again Franklin Families!

Juli Black

bubbl...@gmail.com

VP Fundraising, PTA

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This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday night message for the week of October 17^th. 

 

By popular demand, the PTA Square 1 Art order deadline was extended through tomorrow, Monday, October 17th: PAPER ORDERS are due by 3 PM and may be given to Juli Black or to the front office. Online orders (square1art.com) are due by 11:59 PM. We are very close to hitting our 45% school-wide participation to receive 38% profit. We are just 75 orders away. Remember these are great keepsakes and holiday gifts.

 

The BFEF Just Jumpin’ excitement is revving up.  You should have received your prize and donation packets on Thursday. This Foundation fundraiser goes toward wonderful programs like the Amity Interns, Gardening and Music with Sara and Ms. Hope to name a few. The class that raises the most will get a lunchtime party with a DJ and food hosted by Chipotle. The Jumpathon is October 27^th, so let’s get jumpin’! Crowdrise link: https://www.crowdrise.com/just-jumpin/fundraiser/bfef

Click here to support JUST JUMPIN' by BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY FOUNDATION www.crowdrise.com Here at Franklin Magnet we are JUST JUMPIN'! Franklin Magnet has the coolest teachers who give us so much, our awesome Interns that come from Italy, Germany, Switzerland, France and Spain who help us in the classrooms all year, amazing music teachers, a wonderful garden we learn in, newspaper club, a new robotics program, a film festival and a science fair! But we need to JUMP to keep them alive at our school. So, won't you JUMP right in and help us? We would truly appreciate your support! PLEASE ENTER YOUR STUDENTS NAME SO THEY GET CREDIT!! Thank you again, Franklin Magnet Students

 

PTA Reflections Dropoffs will be at the Flagpole on Monday and Tuesday from 7:30 to 8:30 AM and Tuesday from 2 to 3 PM. Contact Cristal Miles with any questionsfranklinr...@gmail.com. Entry Forms are available at the front office ordownloads.capta.org/ref/16-17StudentEntryForm.pdf.

 

Tuesday is the PTA Pizza Party for the classes who had the highest percentage of PTA memberships. Ms. Carbajal for primary and Ms. Mazza for upper grades.

 

Thursday the 20th is Atikian’s Book Club starting at 7:40 AM. Please read up to chapter 20.  

 

Thursday is also the Great Southern California Shake Out. We will have an extended Earthquake drill to practice all of our emergency procedures.  

 

Friday the 21st is a student-free day and a professional learning day for teachers.

 

Have a pleasant Sunday night, remember to Be SMART and be in line before 8:05 AM. Goodbye!

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Hi Everyone,

In an effort to improve our Book Expo for next year, please take a few moments to complete the attached survey.

The Book Expo is one of our largest contributors to our FLAG program, the survey will take less than 3 mins. (cut & paste to web bar if link is not live)

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YFT3VD5

Tell us about the Franklin PTA Book Expo! Survey www.surveymonkey.com Web survey powered by SurveyMonkey.com. Create your own online survey now with SurveyMonkey's expert certified FREE templates.

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It's Hip to be Square...Square 1 Art that is.

Thank you to all of the Families who have participated in our Square 1 Art Fundraiser this year! You helped us reached our goal which was  45% school wide participation!!

Way to go Franklin!!

If you have not placed your Square 1 Art Order yet; you still have a chance to purchase your child's art on memorable keepsakes which help contribute to Franklin & your child's self esteem.

www.square1art.com

ONLINE ORDERS ONLY have been Extended to next
Monday Night, Oct.24 until Midnight.

These make great Holiday Gifts for Family & Friends. 
This is also a great idea for your Silent Auction Class Project!

Thank you again Franklin Families!

Juli Black

VP Fundraising, PTA

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It's Hip to be Square...Square 1 Art that is.

If you have not placed your Square 1 Art Order yet; you still have a chance to purchase your child's art on memorable keepsakes which help contribute to Franklin & your child's self esteem.

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100% OF ALL MONEY RAISED GOES TO FRANKLIN MAGNET!!!

  

   

COLLECT PLEDGES ONLINE HERE: www.crowdrise.com

                                                           OR COLLECT PLEDGES OFFLINE BY DOWNLOADING THIS SHEET: 

AND WIN COOL PRIZES!

TOP 2 CLASSES WILL RECEIVE A BURRITO DANCE PARTY!!

100% OF ALL MONEY RAISED GOES TO FRANKLIN MAGNET!!!

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Dear Franklin Families,

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday night message for the week of October 24^th.

 

This week is Red Ribbon Week. We will have special dress days this week in order to honor making positive and healthy choices. Monday is Wear Red to School; Tuesday is Wear Pajamas; Wednesday is Crazy Hair Day; Thursday is Wear Sports or Team Clothes; and Friday is Dress Alike or Franklin Shirt Day for Spirit Day.

 

Thank you to everyone who participated in our PTA Square 1 Art fundraiser this year. We reached our 45% school-wide participation goal! If you didn’t get a chance to order these amazing keepsakes and gifts, you still can through midnight tomorrow, October 24th. Orders will arrive to go home before Thanksgiving break.

 

Thursday the 26^th is the last Atikian’s Book Club  I’ve really enjoyed meeting with my book club friends, so thank you for participating.

 

Thursday is also our BFEF Jump-a-thon. All students will participate in the jumping even if they didn’t participate in the fundraising, so please dress to jump. Each grade level will jump for about 15 minutes to fun DJ music and then receive a treat donated by Whole Foods. The fundraising link is:  https://www.crowdrise.com/just-jumpin/fundraiser/bfef. One of the last links sent out wasn’t specific to Franklin, but this one is.  

 

Friday is our monthly awards assembly starting at 8:15 AM on the playground. Anyone who receives one of our 3 monthly awards will have extended recess before their regular recess time.

 

Looking Ahead: Students will be allowed to wear appropriate costumes to school on Halloween, and we will have a quick parade on the playground at 8:10 AM on the 31st. A flyer went home in the Thursday folder last week with details.  

 

Have a wonderful Sunday night, remember to Be SMART, and I will see you in line tomorrow before 8:05 AM. Goodbye!

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Dear Franklin Families,

If it rains tomorrow morning (10/28/16) or the ground is wet from raining, we will postpone the Awards Assembly to Thursday November 3rd. Sorry for any inconvenience. If it is not raining and students are able to sit on the ground, we will have the Awards Assembly as scheduled. 

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Dear Franklin Families,

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday night message for the week of October 31st.

 

We had a great day of jumping last Thursday! Thank you to all of our fundraisers and our volunteers with a special shout out to Angela Prieto and Maureen Cassidy for taking the lead. Crowdrise will stay open until Monday night to help reach our fundraising goal and to be able to give out more prizes.https://www.crowdrise.com/just-jumpin/fundraiser/bfef

 

Students  No bloody costumes or weapons of any kind are allowed. No masks may be worn and no full-face paint. It’s OK to have some face paint to go with the theme of the costume (i.e. cat whiskers, cheek paint, Harry Potter scar, etc.). We will have  Parents, you may walk in the Winchester gate with your students. Please be prepared to stand outside of the student lines to watch the parade.

 

Tomorrow is also our 6^th grade dance from 11 AM – 1 PM. Thank you to our awesome parent volunteers for preparing for this celebration with a special shout out to Monica Samuelson for taking the lead. 

 

Magnet Lottery Applications open on Tuesday, November 1^st. Please let interested friends, family, and neighbors know to apply. If you have an incoming sibling, please apply right away and only to the one language you want for your child. Siblings get priority.  

 

Please remember that there is a public hearing for the Sagebrush Territory Transfer Petition on November 2^nd at 6:30 PM at the Crescenta Valley High School Auditorium, . If you are able to attend, please show your support in keeping GUSD whole.

 

 Thursday, November 3^rd.

 

Please remember that there is no school for students on Friday November 4^th. Teachers will be preparing report cards. Kindergarten students do not receive report cards this first trimester and parents will have a scheduled conference with the teacher instead.

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Dear Franklin Families,

This is principal Atikian with your Sunday night message for the week of November 7^th.

 

Don’t forget that daylight savings time has ended. Set all your clocks back one hour and make sure your alarms are set correctly to be on time to school.

 

Our BFEF Jumpin’ Jump-a-thon raised almost $27,000. Great job everyone! Prizes will given out over the next couple of weeks. Thank you again to parents Angela Prieto and Maureen Cassidy for taking the lead in this fun and healthy event!

 

Please remember that tomorrow night, November 7^th, Roosevelt Middle School and Hoover High School will be doing a special presentation for Franklin families in the auditorium to talk about the progression of the dual language programs.  Upper Grade students may attend to hear what they have to look forward to.

 

Tuesday the 8th is Make Up Picture day.  

 

On Thursday the 10th, Report Cards will go home for all students in 1^st-6^th grades. Thursday will be an OWL Buck Reward Day with Extra Recess for students who hand in 60 OWL Bucks/Stamps, and it is a minimum day. Kindergarten dismisses at 11:42 AM and 1^st-6^th grades dismiss at 11:46 AM.   

 

Friday is a school holiday in observance of Veteran’s Day.

 

Please remember to apply right away for any new incoming siblings for the 2017-18 school-year. Applications are live at gusdmagnetandflag.com! Siblings only need to apply to their first choice language as they have priority. If you have any questions, please contact Ana Jones ajo...@gusd.net.

 

Have a wonderful Sunday night, remember to Be SMART, and be at school before 8:05 AM. Goodbye!

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Attn.  All  Benjamin Franklin Nova II Parents!

Thank you very much for your participation in a smooth registration process this past week. 

We would like to remind you that there are 8 days in November when there will be no after school classes.

Thursday, November 10

Friday, November 11

Monday-Friday, November 21-25 (Thanksgiving break).

 

Regards,

Janneth Maragakis

STAR NOVA

Benjamin Franklin Site Director

310 912-4251

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We would like to thank Whole Foods for sponsoring our Jumpathon this year!!!

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Dear Franklin Families,

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday night message for the week of November 14^th.

 

I want to remind everyone that Pokémon and other trading cards are not allowed at school during the school day. If students bring trading cards to school to trade off campus after school, then they need to remain in their backpacks until then. This expectation is on page 9 of the Family Handbook which was emailed home in the beginning of the year and is also on the school website atwww.franklinmagnetschool.org. We also discussed this expectation at our rules assemblies at the beginning of the year with students. Good News: We will be having a special Be SMART – Pokémon Day on December 1st when students can turn in 90 OWL Bucks/Stamps to play with Pokémon Cards during recess.      

 

Tuesday the 15th is a Be SMART Rewards Day.  the auditorium for 60 OWL Bucks/Stamps.

 

Square 1 Art orders will be coming home Tuesday in a stapled Trader Joe's Bag, so be on the look out. Contact Juli Black (bubbl...@gmail.com) by November 18^thwith any questions about your order.

 

Wednesday  in the auditorium. Our wonderful PTA is sponsoring safety assemblies for students during the day and then a presentation to parents in the evening.Pattie Fitzgerald from Safely Ever After is our guest speaker. For more information about the presentation, go to http://safelyeverafter.com.

 

Friday the 18^th is our DJ/Burrito Party for the Jump-a-thon Classes who raised the most funds - Ms. Ophoven’s class for primary and Ms. Goodman’s class for upper grades.

 

Franklin's 3rd annual Holiday Boutique will be held on December 1^st and 2^nd and we are looking for vendors. Look for the blue registration form with more details in this week’s Thursday folder. Registration deadline is Tuesday, November 29th. 20% of your sales go towards 6th grade activities. Contact Juli Black with any questions -bubbl...@gmail.com.

 

 through the 25^th. School will resume on November 28^th.

 

Have a wonderful Sunday night, remember to Be SMART, and be at school before 8:05 AM. Goodbye!

 

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Dear Franklin Families,

 

Just a quick message to remind you that we are calling all budding scientists! The BFEF’s 4th Annual Science Fair is coming February 2017! Deadline for project submissions is December 2^nd , so get those ideas down while you have some time this week and get them submitted. The application and further details can be found on the school website at www.franklinmagnetschool.org.

Franklin Magnet School www.franklinmagnetschool.org Foreign Language Academy of Glendale - FLAG

 The Blue Registration form is attached and was also in the Thursday folder. Registration deadline is Tuesday, November 29th. 20% of your sales go towards 6th grade activities.

Vendors can be Parents, Students, Friends and Family outside school please  contact Juli Black with any questions -bubbl...@gmail.com.

 

Have a wonderful week off. We hope that you enjoy time with family and friends, and we will see you back at school on Monday, November 28^th! Happy Thanksgiving! 

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Franklin Winter Spectacular Information!

 

All students will be participating in our All School Winter Show

December 9^th, 6:15pm

Forest Lawn HOLLYWOOD HILLS, Hall of Liberty

 

 

The Location is about a 7 minute drive from Franklin.

Take the 134 West to Forest Lawn Drive. Continue on Forest Lawn

Drive and the location is on the left.

 

Follow the signs to the Hall of Liberty.

It will be dark so please use caution driving and parking.

 

Tickets/Seating: The show is for IMMEDIATE FAMILY ONLY. There will be no tickets for this event and seating is limited. This show will not be open to extended family. We apologize. The theatre has a 1200 seat capacity. Parents/guardians and siblings only. Thank you.

 

NO FOOD OR DRINK WILL BE ALLOWED INSIDE THE AUDITORIUM. THIS WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCED. 

 

Food: Food will be  We do encourage children to eat with families at home, but if they need to come directly from Franklin we are happy to feed them. The only beverage available will be water. There will be an eating area at the Hall Of Liberty East entrance where food will be served. Those eating should arrive between 4-5pm. We will stop serving food at 5:15pm. Children eating must be accompanied by their parents. We are not responsible for children while they eat. They also must pick up any trash and dispose of plates. Thank you.

 

Baked goods: Feel free to bring baked goods to donate. Guests will be allowed a treat before entering.

 

Call Time: Children must arrive by 5:30 to check into their line and sign in. Directions for children to be released to parents will be given after the show. Students will need to remain with their classes for the entire show. Follow signs and lead your child to his/her classroom line.

 

Show Time: The show will begin promptly at 6:15. The entire show will range from 60-75 minutes total. With enough volunteers we hope to have a very smooth and concise performance.

 

Please encourage your child to use the restroom prior to showtime.

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The Holiday Boutique benefiting the 6th Grade is this Thursday & Friday!! :)

The 6th Grade will be making Ornaments to sell along with Fleece Scarves and

a variety of other ornaments.

Please send $5 to school with your child tomorrow, Tuesday to cover the costs.

Please put the money in an envelope with their name and Holiday Boutique on the outside and they can give it to their teachers tomorrow morning.

Thank you!!!

Happy Holidays!

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Dear Franklin Families,

 

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday night message for the week of November 28^th. I hope you have had a wonderful week off with family and friends.

 

Monday, November 28^th we have a special assembly for all of our students with a cartoonist sponsored by our wonderful BFEF and Peter Kauffman, one of our community business partners. A special thank you to parent, Maureen Cassidy, for setting this up.   

 

Our monthly awards are on Wednesday, November 30^th starting at 8:15 AM on the playground. Anyone who receives one of our monthly awards will have extended recess prior to their regular recess time.

 

On Thursday, December 1^st we will have one of our Be SMART Rewards. Students may hand in 90 OWL Bucks or Stamps to play with Pokémon cards or Bottle Flip on the old kinder yard during their recess time. You’ll need to bring your own cards and bottles.

 

December 2^nd is the deadline to hand in submissions for Science Fair ideas. The application and more details can be found on the school website atwww.franklinmagnetschool.org.

 

The 3^rd Annual Holiday Boutique will be on Thursday, December 1^st and 2^nd at 1 PM next to the Walk-Up Gate on Justin. Come shop for unique holiday gifts like handmade ornaments, jewelry, crafts, scarves, and so much more. There will also be a table to purchase raffle tickets for an iPad Air 2 (Silver 128 GB WIFI) and an Apple Watch (Series 2 - Space Black Stainless Steel Case w/ Black Sport Band - 42mm case). All proceeds support 6^th grade activities. Vendor Registration Deadline is Tuesday, November 29^th at 3 PM. For more information please contact Juli Black: bubbl...@gmail.com

                       

Have a fantastic Sunday night, remember to Be SMART, and I’ll see you tomorrow before 8:05 AM. Goodbye!

 

 

 

 

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Please disregard if you are not in the 6th grade.  This was sent in error.

Apologies for any confusion or inconvenience.

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Parking: Parking is limited in the lot. You may use the streets along the way to park.

Carpooling is strongly encouraged. There will be no drop off zones for kids. Parents/Guardians must accompany children AT ALL TIMES until final call for line up and show time.

 

Video/Photography: We are asking that parents refrain from taking video or pictures during the show. We will have a professional videographer for the event. Parents will not be able to walk up to the stage to take pictures during the event. Students will be seated on the floor in front of the stage. Seats are quite far from the stage, and there will be no room for tripods. For this reason, we have someone designated to take photos and video. DVD’s will be available after January for no more than a $5 donation per dvd. Photos will be available through a shutterfly site for digital download.

 

Volunteering: We are still in need for volunteers to help set up risers, to clean after the event, and to supervise children. To volunteer please visit: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0948acae28a2ff2-winter

Winter Show Sign Up Form www.signupgenius.com Thank you to the many teachers and amazing parents ready to help make this first ever Winter Show a success! Please read the descriptions carefully and choose a responsibility you know you can commit to. If for any reason you are no longer to fulfill this role, please update the sign up genius as soon as you can or contact me immediately. (musicw...@gmail.com) The Ben Franklin Elementary Foundation and I appreciate your commitment to making Franklin the amazing school that it is!

 

Any further questions? Ask Sara! musicw...@gmail.com (818) 795-9417

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Deadline for all Science Applications has been extended to midnight tonight December 3, 2016!

Please submit your ideas at franklinmagnetschool.org

Franklin Magnet School

franklinmagnetschool.org Foreign Language Academy of Glendale - FLAG

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Dear Franklin Families,

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday Message for the week of December 5^th. 

 

The 6^th Grade Committee will be raffling off an iPad Air 2 (128 GB) and an Apple Watch (Series 2- 42mm). Tickets will be available for purchase at the flagpole every morning and at the walking dismissal gate every afternoon this week. $5 for 1 ticket or $20 for 5 tickets - Cash, Credit Cards or Checks made out to Franklin will be accepted. Please support our 6^th grade activities while having a chance to win some fabulous prizes. Please contact Juli Black at bubbl...@gmail.com with any questions.   

 

Wednesday, December 7^th is our GUSD - PRINCIPAL FOR A DAY. Please join me in welcoming, Neda Farhoumand, Glendale Council PTA President.

 

Friday is our first ever Franklin Winter Spectacular where students from all the different language programs will be performing.It is at Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills at the Hall of Liberty. The show will start at 6:15 PM. Students need to arrive no later than 5:30 PM to sign in. Please remember, immediate family only as space is limited. You may take photos from your seats, but there will not be room to walk around during the performance. Final information about attire will be  information was emailed out last week. We are still in need of volunteers, please sign up at this link: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0948acae28a2ff2-winter. A performance of this scale is a huge undertaking, but we wanted to have a school-wide international celebration. A big thank you to BFEF, Music Teacher, Sara Quintanar, and our wonderful teachers and interns for all of their hard work in preparing for this grand and exciting show. Thank you to all of our Franklin Families for your patience and support.  

 

Have a fabulous Monday night, remember to Be SMART, and I will see you in line tomorrow before 8:05 AM. Goodbye!

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Dear Franklin Families,

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday night message for the week of December 12^th.

 

Thank you to BFEF, parent lead, Maureen Cassidy, our wonderful teachers, our many parent volunteers, and Music Teacher, Sara Quintanar for a truly amazing Winter Spectacular Friday night. It was a beautiful celebration of the language programs we offer at Franklin. 

 

The unique music program, as well as many of our enrichment programs and our invaluable teacher interns, would not be possible without the full funding of BFEF, so if you haven't made your annual donation yet, please consider doing so before the end of the year, so you can write it off on your taxes. Please also contact your employer to see if they match your charitable donations, many companies do, and it's an easy way to increase your contribution. All funds raised go to our students. We are hoping for 100% participation in contribution no matter what the amount.

 

Tomorrow, Dec. 12^th, is our 4^th-6^th Grade Spelling Bee. The winner from this event will represent Franklin in the GUSD Spelling Bee.

 

Students  K-3^rd Grades and Tuesday for 4th-6^th Grades. Students  If you’d like your child to participate, please send money with them. There will  dollars. 

 

You can  before our monthly PTA meeting.  some delicious refreshments. Childcare will be available. I hope to see you there.

 

Last Chance to win an iPad Air 2 (128 GB, WiFi & Cellular, Silver) or Apple Watch (Series 2, Black, Black Sports Band, 42mm). Raffle  

 

Student Council would like you to participate in spreading some joy and cheer with Holiday Happiness Grams. Write a message to anyone at school and your Happiness Gram and pencil will be delivered to classrooms on Friday for only 50 cents each!!! Grams will be sold at recess and lunch on Wednesday. Also, Student Council encourages you to show some school spirit by digging in the back of your closet and wearing your ugliest or most festive holiday sweater on Friday, December 16^th.

 

Friday, the 16^th is our monthly Awards Assembly on the playground starting at 8:15 AM. Any student who receives a monthly award will have extended recess prior to their regular recess. We also announce the winner of the Ipad and Apple watch at the awards assembly.

 

Have a wonderful Sunday night, remember to Be SMART, and be in line by 8:05 AM. Goodbye! 

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Dear Franklin Families,

If it rains or the ground is too wet to sit on tomorrow morning, Friday, December 16^th, we will postpone the Awards Assembly until early January. If it is dry, we will have the Awards Assembly at 8:15 AM on the playground as scheduled.

 

Please make sure to check the lost and found. There are so many jackets, lunch boxes and water bottles piling up. Everything that is not picked up by Tuesday morning will be donated.

 

Please remember that there is still school on Monday the 19^th and Tuesday the 20^th.

 

Stay dry, be safe, and Be SMART! Goodbye!    

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Dear Franklin Families,

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday night message for the week of December 19^th. 

 

'Tis the season of giving... to all Franklin families who have contributed to the Fall Funds Drive... We thank you!

 

Every dollar counts! Our goal is 100% participation from all families to fund our interns, gardening, music, science fair, film festival and so much more. 

 

Contributions are tax deductible and support all Franklin students. --Please ask your companies' HR department for matching funds. We are tracking behind last year's donations, so full funding for our programs is at risk. Click Here to Donate. Go to our school website (www.franklinmagnetschool.org) to donate online, or bring a cash or a check to the front office made out to "BFEF".

 

Please remember that we still have school the 19^th and 20^th.  school resumes on January 9^th, 2017.

 

There are no Star classes the 19^th or 20^th, but the session will resume in January.

 

 of Winn Dixie. It costs 150 OWL Bucks/Stamps to attend. Students who attended at least 4 sessions of Atikian’s Book Club received a special pass, and Student Council members will be there to help distribute water and popcorn.

 

Tuesday we will Save Moves assemblies throughout the day for all our students. This is about bike and pedestrian safety sponsored by GUSD and the City of Glendale.  

 

The 6^th grade Committee had the raffle drawing on Friday morning. Congratulations to Adrianna Torres mother of Julian and Mia for winning the iPad Air 2 and to Elena Owens, mother of Katya, Elizaveta and Michael for winning the Apple Watch. Thank you to everyone for your support, and a bigger thank you to John & Brenda Garcia for donating the Ipad Air and Apple Watch!

 

Please remember that it’s your last chance to pick up any lost and found items.  donated.

 

I want to wish everyone a happy holiday and vacation. May you have joy, peace and a wonderful time with family and friends!

 

Have a pleasant evening, remember to Be SMART, and I will see in line before 8:05 tomorrow morning. Goodbye!

[Sal LO]

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On Tuesday, August 23, 2016 at 8:53:06 PM UTC+2, chirpapig wrote:

 

Welcome returning Students, Parents, and Newcomers to the Star Program!

Hello, my name is Janneth Maragakis, new site director of the 2016-17 school year, and my new assistant Peter Rusch.  I would like to acquaint you with some positive changes we have implemented this year to make things easier for you and function more smoothly for both of us.  Our accounting department has set up on-line registration and payment for your child on a first-come-first-served basis, beginning Wednesday, August 24, 2016! This enables us to better serve you by fulfilling insurance provisions required by the school district while your child is under our supervision. To further assist you to enroll or answer questions you may have about this changes, we will set up a table in the lobby of the school between 2:00 and 4:00 pm on Wednesday, August 24^th, Thursday, August 25^th, and Friday, August 26^th. At that time you may enroll your child, pay by check or on-line, review a program brochure, pick up scholarship applications (watch up for deadlines, as this will be extremely enforced) or get clarification on any  classes being offered this session. Since many fill up quickly, we suggest you obtain on-line information for registration at benjaminfranklin.starinc.org or stop by next week (8/24 – 8/26) to speak with one of us.  Hopefully, by now, all of you have a Star Brochure, (if not, please visit our website benjaminfranklin.starinc.org for a digital copy), I want to point out a few changes and mistakes: the violin class on Tuesdays was moved to Wednesdays, same times. All classes on Thursdays (early dismissal day) will be as follows: 1:15 to 2:15 for K, 1, 2, 3^rd grades, 2:15 to 3:15 for 4, 5, and 6 graders. 

We are looking forward to another stimulating class year in the STAR program with you and your child!

 

Yours truly,

Janneth Maragakis, Site Director

Peter Rusch, Assistant Site Director

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Hello Everyone,

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Thanks,

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Happy New Year!  We are starting off our new year by helping our school in a really easy way!

 8 at the Glendale Galleria Panda Express between the hours of 12:00 PM and 7 PM.   

The Panda Express is located on the first floor in the food court.  Just bring the attached flier with you or download the image to your phone, turn it in, and BAM!! Franklin earns proceeds!   Don’t want to wait in line?  You can even order online then go to just pick it up?  The code for online orders is 224865 (it’s in the flier too).   So please, consider picking up some Chinese food this weekend while you are spending some time 

Once again, happy holidays and thank you for supporting Franklin Magnet School!

 

Goooo Franklin!!!

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Dear Franklin Families,

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday night message for the week of January 9, 2017. I hope you have all had a wonderful and joyful vacation.

 

If it doesn’t rain, we will be doing a New Year PBIS Kick Off on Monday and Tuesday. During this time, we will review our PBIS Matrix, which outlines what the behavioral expectations are for various areas in the school.  The Matrix will be attached to the written version of this message and is also in the Family Handbook.

 

PTA is excited to announce the Apex Fun Run starting on January 17^th and lasting 2 weeks. Apex Athletes will be teaching all of our students about PBIS Leadership and Fitness as they raise pledges to support our school. Please look in your child’s Thursday folder and eBlast for more information or visitwww.apexfunrun.com

ApexFunRun.com www.apexfunrun.com Welcome to ApexFunRun … the preferred fundraising choice for America's best schools.

 to learn about this interactive leadership and fitness program.

 

We were unable to have our December awards assembly because of rain. 

 

Also on January 18^th, we will have our District Math Coach, Matt Hamo, doing a special presentation in the auditorium starting at 5:30 PM. He will discuss the math standards, how everyone can be successful in math, and how parents can help their children at home. Parents will be the students, experiencing the strategic thinking and problem solving that is at the heart of being successful in mathematics.

 

It’s very important to start the new year off on the right foot. Please make sure that your child is in school any day that they are not sick. Please make sure that your child is in school on time, which means being in line before 8:05 AM. Tardies are disruptive for the student who is late and the whole class. Please make being in school and being on time a priority. Starting tomorrow, January 9^th, students who are 1-29 minutes late will receive a receive a laminated, reusable Late Slip and will fill out a log at the office with their name, teacher name, and time entering. Students who are 30+ minutes late will fill out a form that will need to be signed by a parent/caregiver and returned to school. Three or more tardies of 30 minutes plus will equal an absence. This is a District-wide policy.

 

Pick up at Dismissal needs to be at either the walking gate or the driving gate, not from the school Lobby. Please make sure to pick up your child on time. Kindergarten dismissal is at 1:20 PM, 1^st-3^rd grade dismissal is at 2:15 PM, and 4^th-6^th grade dismissal is at 2:40 PM. Thank you for helping us to keep a safe and secure campus by following our policies and procedures.

 

Have a restful Sunday night, remember to Be SMART, and I will see you tomorrow before 8:05 AM. Goodbye!

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Dear Science Fair Participant Parents,

 

Thank you so much for encouraging science exploration and experimentation with your child!

 

Maestra Prado and I have reviewed all the project proposals and gave feedback/approval on them before we left for Winter Break. All of the students had wonderful ideas and some with great ambition to solve the world's pestering problems. In the spirit of an experiment project for the Science Fair, please make sure that the question your child is asking hasmeasurable data with a control and one (or several) variable(s).  The hypothesis should be based on what they believe will happen in the various scenarios of the question they posed. Please note that only display boards will be accepted. No experiment materials will be allowed in front of the display board. Take pictures to put in your data area!

 

Please look on our school website for important information about rules and regulations and Science Fair Project tips!

·   Display Board Layout reference is available on our school website - the board must be able to stand on its own

·   No experiments/models may be placed in front of the project board. Points will be lost for any experiments accompanying the display board.

·   Please review the attached judging criteria for projects (only 4^th-6^th graders will be presenting to the judges).

·   To keep projects anonymous, please label the display board with only your Science Fair number (no student names). Science Fair numbers were written on the feedback sheets sent before Winter Break. Please email me if you need to know your child’s number.

 

Important dates:

·   Monday, Feb 6^th  - projects are due in the auditorium in the morning

·   Thursday, Feb 9^th  - Science Fair Family Night, 6pm - 8pm

o Awards ceremony at 7pm

o There will be a live voting this year for "Audiences' Favorite" in K-3, and 4th-6th

·   Friday, Feb 10^th  - all projects need to be picked up after school and before 6pm (when the EEELP gate locks)

o Classes are still viewing the projects Friday during the school day, so they can only be taken after school

o Winning projects will be displayed in the hallway the following week

 

As always, if you or your students have any questions, please feel free to contact Maestra Gargiulo, Maestra Prado or Mary Behar at: jgar...@gusd.net ipr...@gusd.netmbe...@gmail.com.

 

We hope that your child is enjoying the experimental process of the science project! We are super excited to see the projects come to life after reading all the proposals.

 

-The Science Fair Team

 

P.S. If you know the parents in your group are not receiving this e-mail, please have them contact me ASAP so I can add them to this list. 

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Hello Franklin Parents- 

Thank you to everyone who volunteered for the "Prospective Parent Tours"  representing our great school. We have 3 remaining tours and all are still in need of additional volunteers:

1. This Wednesday - January 11 2017

2. Friday - January 20, 2017

3. Wednesday - January 25, 2017

 

Please sign up through the link below. Your help is invaluable to new parents. We would love to have every language represented on the tours if possible.

Sign up URL: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0F4CACA82CAA8-newprospective

Please contact Claudia Splichal at cs1...@gmx.net  if you have any questions.

Thank you for your help!

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IMPORTANT:  If you have an incoming sibling for 2017-18 school year, please make sure that you have applied no later than Jan. 31, 2017,  and that Ana Jones knows that you are applying for a sibling! The lottery takes place on Feb. 14, 2017, at 10 AM at the school district.  If you will need childcare next school year, please make sure to contact them right away when you accept the offer so that you can secure a spot for your child. Thank you! 

IMPORTANTE: Si tienen un hijo/a que va a entrar en kindergarten en el año escolar 2017-18, por favor apliquen a no más tardar del 31 de enero, 2017, y avísenle a Ana Jones que van a aplicar. La lotería será el 14 de febrero, 2017, a las 10 am en el distrito escolar. Si van a necesitar cuidado de niños después de la escuela el próximo año, por favor pónganse en contacto con ellos enseguida que acepten la oferta para asegurarse un cupo. Gracias.

Thanks 

Ana 
-- 

Ana Jones, FLAG Teacher Specialist

Franklin Magnet School

(818)243-1809

Dual Immersion Programs in French, Italian, German and Spanish (Kinder-6th grade)

and 

Theodore Roosevelt Middle School

(818) 242-6845

Dual Immersion Program in German, Italian and Spanish

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Dear Franklin Families,

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday night message for the week January 16^th.

 

Please  Martin Luther Kings Jr.’s Birthday.

 

This coming week is Yellow Ribbon Week, which focuses on a positive school climate, violence and bully prevention, and increased student engagement. Teachers will be reminding students of our PBIS Be SMART expectations and how to be a Bucket-Filler.

 

The PTA Apex Fun Run is starting on Tuesday, January 17^th with a Pep Rally and lasting 2 weeks. Apex Athletes will be teaching all of our students about PBIS Leadership and Fitness as they raise pledges to support our school. Please look in Thursday folders and the eBlast for more information or visit www.apexfunrun.com. Funds raised for Technology will benefit all of our students, and a portion of the funds will also go toward 6^th grade activities.  

 

Wednesday the 18^th is our rescheduled Awards Assembly from December. Any student receiving one of our monthly awards will receive extra recess.

 

Wednesday  This is a date and time change from our typical Tuesday meetings. We will have a special presentation by Matt Hamo, District Math Coach who will be discussing the major shifts in math instruction and how parents can support their children at home. Childcare and light refreshments will be provided.

 

On Thursday, Progress Reports will go home for students who have at least one area of concern. Not all students will receive a progress report.

 

Please remember that if you have an incoming sibling for the 2017-18 school-year, you must apply by Jan. 31^st and let Ana Jones know that you are applying for a sibling. The Magnet Lottery will take place on February 14^th at 10 AM at the Glendale Unified School District Office.  If you need after school childcare for next school year, please make sure to contact them right away when you accept the offer so that you can secure a spot for your child.

 

Have a lovely 3-day weekend, remember to Be  Goodbye!

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"Parents", is the first Letter in "PTA".  Your participation is super important for the success of our kids and school!  There are only 5 meetings left in the school year. 

Come on out tomorrow and see what the PTA has in store for your kids.

Place: Franklin Auditorium

Time: 5pm

Snacks and childcare provided.

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SPRING REGISTRATION IS HERE!  Joy, Health, and Confidence are waiting for YOU! Welcome back for another CONFIDENCE-building season of Girls on the Run!  Spring season is ramping up, program locations are being confirmed, coach/mentors are being trained, girls are lacing up their running shoes and we are getting ready! Stick around, we promise it's going to be a lot of fun!   Register Your Girl for the Spring Season  All program locations with confirmed details for spring season are open for registration.  As you know, GOTR teams are limited in size and tend to fill quickly!  Click the button below to  view all confirmed sites, including days and times of practices. For additional spring season details, visit our website or email us.   JOIN THE FUN THIS SPRING! I'm Ready to Register My Girl If you don't see your daughter's school listed yet, stay in touch.   We have many sites finalizing  details and these will be available for registration SOON!   Become A Coach Volunteer coach mentors are some of the best people on the planet.  If you are passionate about helping girls tap into their potential and discover their BEST selves, please join us this spring.  You will never forget time spent as a GOTRLA Coach!   Sign Me Up to Coach this Spring! Apply to Intern Looking to learn about working behind-the-scenes at a non-profit?  Come join us!  We offer experience-based learning, professional / personal development, and an awesome way to learn while doing!   Learn more atwww.gotrla.org/interns I'm Ready to Apply as an Intern As we kick of 2017, we want to say THANK YOU to everyone who has joined us on this journey so far!  Whether you coached one season or 12, donated supplies, ran a 5K with the girls, brought snacks to a team, donated running shoes to a girl, ran an event as a SoleMate, hosted a fundraiser, offered space for a meeting, bought coffee for our staff, made space for us on your campus, signed your daughter up for the program, gave money, gave time or just plain gave...however you joined us, it has made all the difference!  THANK YOU!!!   YOU are A GAME CHANGER!!! Girls on the Run Los Angeles  www.gotrla.org in...@gotrla.org (626) 590-4770

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In the event of rain, Recycling will be cancelled tomorrow, Friday January 20, 2017.

We appreciate the support, keep bringing those recycling.

Recycling Committee

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Dear Franklin Families:

 

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday night message for the week of January 23^rd.

 

We will have one more week of the PTA APEX PBIS Lessons ending with a FUN RUN on Friday. All students will participate in the FUN RUN and get a run-day T-shirt. All students participate in the PBIS Lessons and get daily wristbands and class prizes. Individual prizes are based on pledges, which are voluntary.

 

The Science Fair is fast approaching and we need your help to make it a success and is greatly appreciated by the Science Fair Committee.  We also may need volunteers on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday of the Science Fair week from 11 AM - 2:40 PM and/or food and beverage donations for 8 people on those three days. The link to sign up ishttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/1PxyJSNnQVp65d8URplnegZ2WGRxI_INx5mXkTdZi2lg/edit or contact Mary Lee Behar at mbe...@gmail.com.

Science Fair Help docs.google.com

 

 

 We hope you can join us. Childcare will not be available for this event.

 

Handouts from our math presentation at last week’s PTA meeting will be attached to the written version of this email.    

                                   

Friday morning starting at 8:15 AM on the playground, we will have our monthly awards ceremony for January. Extra recess for award recipients will be on January 30^th. 

 

Please make sure that students are appropriately dressed for the weather. Make sure they have jackets, umbrellas and anything else they need to stay warm and dry. Please remind them not to play in the rain or in puddles for their own comfort and safety.

 

Have a safe and cozy Sunday night, remember to Be SMART, and be at school before 8:05 AM. Goodbye!              

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The APEX Athletes have been teaching our children valuable PBIS Lessons & what it truly means to be a Legendary Leader last week and will continue this week. Remember to ask your child each day what the lesson was about. 

o Learn

o Engage

o Give

o Empower

o Never Quit

o Do

Please remember to get your pledges. Visit www.apexfunrun.com 

ApexFunRun.com www.apexfunrun.com Welcome to ApexFunRun … the preferred fundraising choice for America's best schools.

This is our big Technology Fundraiser. 

During the Apex Fun Run, students are challenged to get pledges for the laps they will run on FRIDAY, January 27th to help our school. Students will run for 30 minutes and will run an average 26-36 laps, with the maximum amount of laps being 36 (each lap is 1/16th of a mile).  Sponsors can pledge $1/lap, $2/lap, $5/lap, or any other amount for students.  All participants will receive an access code that allows you to enter pledges online.  All students will receive Apex bands, race-day T-shirts & Team awards.  

WE NEED VOLUNTEERS! :)

The Fun Run is this Friday, January 27th. We need lots of parents to help mark off laps.

It will be a fun & exciting event with music, 2 tracks set up with inflatable tunnels & of course our awesome APEX Athletes!

You can help in the following four ways:

● Help connect your child to potential sponsors and help them acquire pledges from family, friends and contacts.

● Ask your child about the “Apex Legend” character lessons, and download the “Apex Fun Run” App!

● Come to the Apex Fun Run.

● Help volunteer for the race! We need parents to help cheer on students and mark laps.

If you would like to volunteer for your student’s race, please contact Juli Black atbubbl...@gmail.com.

The times for the Apex Fun Run are as follows: Friday, January 27, 2017

Fun Run 1: (Kinder & 1st Grade) 9:00am – 10:00am

Fun Run 2: (2nd & 3rd Grade) 10:40am – 11:40am

Fun Run 3: (4th , 5th & 6th Grade) 1:05pm – 2:05pm

The Apex Fun Run is for every student regardless of financial giving. All students will receive Apex bands, race-day t-shirts and team awards.

The PTA will use the funds raised towards Technology for the entire school and a portion will go toward 6th grade activities.


Thank you again for your continued support and we are excited about the Apex Fun Run & the PBIS driven mentoring program!!

Sincerely,

Juli Black – VP Fundraising PTA

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Dear Parents,

 

I want to thank all of you for your continued support of Franklin Magnet School and our PTA. Without you and your support, our children would not have the programs and benefits this school provides above and beyond what the district offers. We rely on your support to continue enriching the children, and we are always looking for new ways to achieve these goals in a way that not only generates the necessary funds, but develops the children, as well.

 

The PTA Executive Board had heard from others schools about a fundraising program they have used called the APEX FUN RUN. We decided to invite them to a meeting to hear their pitch. The board was in agreement that we weren’t looking to add a giant fundraiser (we know how much we already ask of you, and believe me even I get overwhelmed sometimes), but we were really intrigued by the PBIS aspect of the program, and the benefit that the program would provide to the children. PBIS (PositiveBehavioral Interventions and Supports) is a Department of Education program and is the basis for Franklin’s Be SMART initiative and structure. For more information, please visit https://www.pbis.org/.

PBIS.org Home Page www.pbis.org PBIS: Positive Behavioral Intervention & Supports. OSEP Technical Assistance Center. The Technical Assistance Center on Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports ...

 

The APEX team was very open about the donation structure. They retain 48% of the donations while the school keeps 52%. This was definitely a concern at first mention, but upon further discussion, we realized a few things. First, Apex does not collect any payment for their services. They provide a team of coaches on campus for two weeks. They provide all of the materials, instruction, support, personnel, signage, prizes and rewards, and they organize and execute the actual run from beginning to end. All of these costs come from the 48%. When the PTA hires a speaker to put on an assembly for one day, it usually costs about $1,000. This is much bigger in scale and scope, and a program like this would cost several thousand dollars. The Fun Run Team would be taking a risk on their end because if we only raised $1,000, they would be paid $480, and would take a huge loss.

 

This worked for us since instead of paying a large up-front fee, that money would be deducted directly from the donations and if we didn’t raise enough to cover that large fee, then we weren’t obligated to make up the difference. We approved the program knowing that it would either pay for itself through the fundraising, while providing additional funds to the school and PTA, or we wouldn’t make very much money at all, yet would still provide the children with PBIS education. We also decided that the PTA would not stress the fundraising aspect, and would only make brief, sort of afterthought messages in emails, Sunday messages, or weekly blasts. Upon reviewing some of the messaging, this wasn’t entirely accomplished, and is being addressed.

 

The program has been a big success as far as getting the children engaged in positive behavior and activity. Teachers have been telling me that the students love the 10-15 minutes per day with coaches, and get excited for each new session. While the majority of parents and children are really enjoying the program, there is a very small handful that have voiced concern or outright displeasure. I can assure everyone that Apex was fully forthcoming with the way the program is run, including how donations are divided. They have been 100% transparent with us, as has every single fundraising company we have worked with in the past. The company has also participated with other schools in the Glendale Unified School District, and we received immensely positive feedback from these schools, and this positive feedback factored into our decision. Every fundraising company we work with takes a percentage, but none of them also provide a full two-week program with staff members, education, and enrichment. The percentage is definitely larger than a standard fundraiser, but it also provides an entire PBIS program, which is where that extra percentage goes. If we make a boat load of money, then Apex certainly benefits greatly, but if we generate the amount we were expecting, then they will be lucky to recoup their costs.

 

One of the concerns raised is the incentive messaging and the idea of prizes being used as incentives for greater efforts in fundraising. While you may not agree with the practice, rewards and incentives are a powerful and valuable tool which directly translates to real life experience. Employees are rewarded with bonuses and raises for performing above and beyond. Students are also rewarded for working harder. If a student just works to get by, he may graduate high school. If he works harder, he can get into college. If he works even harder, he can get into an even better college, and if he works really hard and does various activities, he may be rewarded with a scholarship.

 

Another concern brought to my attention is children being sad for not getting enough pledges to earn certain prizes. I have had to deal with this myself, when a couple of years ago my children wanted the top prize for the American Heart Association’s Jump Rope for Heart program. That’s right, even a national charitable organization such as the AHA brings fundraisers into our schools, and rewards our students with prizes based on pledges – and we got MUCH less than 52% of those funds raised. Anyhow, I explained to my children (as parents should) that they are not entitled to every prize, and if they want it, they need to obtain the designated amount of pledges, and if they couldn’t, that was ok – you can’t have everything you want, whenever you want it. A valuable life lesson. While a student may be rewarded for her efforts, she will never be punished or looked down upon for little or no fundraising at all. We never want children to feel sad about not getting a prize, and while the majority of students are having a great time with this, if your child is not, then it may be a good time to have a conversation with him or her, and explain these important lessons.

 

I stand 100% behind our decision to bring this program to Franklin. The children are loving it and are truly benefitting from what the coaches are teaching them each day. If you have an idea for new or different PTA programs, or are not happy with any current ones, you are ALWAYS welcome to voice your opinion at an association meeting, or to me directly. If you like something, tell me. If you don’t like something, tell me. You have a voice as PTA member. My email address (scot...@gmail.com) is provided on the PTA page at http://franklinmagnetschool.org. I am always available to listen to suggestions, answer questions, and address any concerns, and the PTA is always looking for new ideas, new voices, and new faces. We can all make a difference if we are involved and communicate - we can find beneficial solutions together.

 

Serving Your Children and Mine,

Scott Silver

PTA President

Benjamin Franklin Elementary School.

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Hello Franklin Families!

We have loved having APEX Athletes on our Campus for the past 2 weeks.

APEX & PTA would like to share the PBIS lessons our children have been receiving over the past 2 weeks.

The theme is Apex Legends where the students have learned what it truly means to be a Legendary leader.

APEX LESSON 1: LEARN

Today was the kickoff to our lessons here at Benjamin Franklin Elementary and it went amazing! The kids are absolutely loving the program and having a blast! Thank you for including us in your award ceremony we love being apart of the school! The first lesson given today was to Learn. We taught the students that the ability to learn is extremely valuable. Learning is a skill that each person has without realizing it. Having conversations with others, being in the classroom, taking test are all great examples of how we learn each day. 


APEX LESSON 2: ENGAGE

The APEX team is very excited to be back on campus today! Our second lesson is toEngage, where we will encourage students to be leaders by teaching them to put down the distractions, focus in and out of the classroom, and to always participate. 


APEX LESSON 3: ENGAGE

Our APEX team is having such a great time on campus as a result of so many participating and happy students! Our third lesson is to Give, where we will teach the children that they are valuable, they are worth something and can accomplish anything they set their minds too. 

APEX LESSON 4: EMPOWER

We hope your Monday was just as great as ours!
Today we gave the classrooms the Empower lesson which we taught kids how to motivate others by giving encouraging words and compliments. We challenged the students to empower at least 10 people for the day. Students got a kick out of of participating in this lesson today.


APEX LESSON 5: NEVER QUIT

Another successful day for Apex at Benjamin Franklin! We hope you all enjoyed this beautiful weather as we did!
Today's lesson was Never Quit. We told the students how important it is to give their all in everything they do and never give up. Our new lesson wristbands were given out which were added to the student's collection. 

APEX LESSON 7: DO

The Apex team is having a blast on Benjamin Franklin's campus today! Today was the 6th and final lesson in the classroom. Our lesson was Do! The students learned if we don’t go out and DO, we miss out on the incredible potential to change the world around us.

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Dear Science Fair Participant Parents,

We hope that your students are enjoying the experimental process of the science project! We have heard about some great experiments going on and we are super excited to see the projects come to life after reading all the proposals.

Attached are a few important documents for your student to consider during this experiment process:

• Display Board Layout for your reference - the board must be able to stand on its own

• • No experiments/models may be placed in front of the project board. Points will be lost for any experiments accompanying the display board.

• Judging criteria

• Be sure to check your student's project number, listed by name (may be under name of another student in group).

  • Teachers, this may be a good time to check that all your students who are participating are listed

Important dates:

• • We will need parent volunteers to help throughout the week. Please contact Mary Behar to help!

• • Awards ceremony at 7pm

• • There will be a live voting this year for "Audiences' Favorite" in K-3, and 4th-6th

• Friday, Feb 10 - all projects need to go home after school and before 6pm (when the EEELP gate locks)

• • Classes are still viewing the projects Friday during the school day, so they can only be taken after school

• • Winning projects will be displayed in the hallway the following week

As always, if you or your students have any questions, please feel free to contact the Science fair team:

Maestra Jill Gargiulo- jgar...@gusd.net

Maestra Iracema Prado -iPr...@gusd.net

Parent lead Mary Lee Behar - mbe...@gmail.com

PS If you know your student's parents are not receiving this e-mail, please have them contact me ASAP so I can add them to this list.

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Dear Franklin Families,

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday message for the week of January 30^th.

 

  I Can't wait! I hope you'll join me at this spectacular event!

 

There will also be an online auction with amazing items to bid on the week before the event. To make this happen, please start asking your friends & family that own businesses and local businesses you frequent such as restaurants, hair stylists, spas, theaters, sports venues, kids’ classes etc. for gift certificates or item donations! Just drop them off at the school office, or email san...@yahoo.com to get items picked up. The donation request letter with the BFEF non-profit ID is attached. All funds raised benefit the enrichment of our children's education and fully fund programs like our wonderful Amity Interns, gardening, and Music with Sara and Ms. Hope to name a few. 

 

Our 6^th Grade Picnic was originally scheduled for January 30^th, but needed to be postponed. A new date and information about volunteering will be sent out soon.

 

Students who received a monthly award on Friday will have extra recess tomorrow prior to their regular recess time.

 

 Come join me for tea, treats and casual conversation.

 

We will have a fire drill sometime this week as part of our monthly safety drills.

 

Thank you to PTA, lead parent Juli Black and all of our amazing volunteers, and supporters for making the APEX Fun Run a huge success. Students seemed very excited to participate. Most ran 36 laps and some even up to 83 laps. Please make sure to bring your pledges in Monday through Thursday this week.    

 

The Science Fair is fast approaching and we need your help to make it a success and is greatly appreciated by the Science Fair Committee.  We also may need volunteers on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday of the Science Fair week from 11 AM - 2:40 PM and/or food and beverage donations for 8 people on those three days. The link to sign up ishttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/1PxyJSNnQVp65d8URplnegZ2WGRxI_INx5mXkTdZi2lg/edit or contact Mary Lee Behar at mbe...@gmail.com.

 

 Please make sure to join us.

 

 Goodbye!

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Dear Parents,

In the coming weeks the District is conducting two important student surveys to measure our school climate and student satisfaction:

1. 2016-2017 School Culture Survey (grades 4-12 only): this survey gathers our students' opinions about safety, academics, and culture on our campus and in our district.
2. Lunch Satisfaction Survey (grades 4-8 only): this survey measures student satisfaction with our school nutrition program.

These are quick surveys that will be taken during the school day. We look forward to sharing the results of these surveys with you later this spring!

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Dear parents tomorrow (1/31/17)  is the last day to apply ON TIME if you have an incoming kindergarten for the 2017-18 school year. Please go togusdmagnetandflag.com. to apply if you have not done so. 

Thank you

Mañana (1/31/17) es el último día para aplicar A TIEMPO para el próximo año escolar para los nuevos estudiantes de kindergarten del 2017-18. Si no han aplicado, por favor vayan a gusdmagnetandflag.com y apliquen. Gracias

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Dear Parents,

Thank you so much for making this year’s Apex Fun Run such a huge success!  

The students had a wonderful time with the Apex team and the Fun Run was a blast! 

Now it’s time to Collect All Pledges that are Due on/before (Thursday February 2, 2017).

Each student was given a Collections Envelope and Letter to take home after the Fun Run to collect checks from sponsors.  Please drop off in the front office.

Sponsors were also sent an email with a link to pay online.

Our goal is to Collect 100% of the funds pledged!  Please help by contacting all sponsors to collect their checks or confirm that they have paid online. 

You can also pay online by logging in with your student’s code to the My Pledges tab at www.apexfunrun.com. 

ApexFunRun.com www.apexfunrun.com Welcome to ApexFunRun … the preferred fundraising choice for America's best schools.

If you need your student’s access code or didn’t receive an Apex email, please email Syd...@Apexfunrun.com and she will respond quickly.

Thanks so much Franklin Families & Friends for helping us reach our goal of 100% Collected!

Juli Black

VP Fundraising, PTA

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Dear Franklin Families,            

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday night message for the week of February 6^th.

 

I hope you are getting excited about the Annual BFEF Online Auction and Gala. Class projects created by kids and parents are among the most popular auction items - are you working on your class project yet? The Live Auction and Gala event will take place on March 11th at the recently renovated historical Glen Arden Club.Check it out: http://glenardenclub.com 

The Glen Arden Club - Glendale's Exclusive Social Club glenardenclub.com The grand architecture and soaring ceilings of the historic bar at The Glen Arden Club provide an unparalleled setting to unwind, grab a bite to eat, and enjoy a ...

 

The Annual BFEF Science Fair will take place all week. Families will have an opportunity to view projects Thursday, February 9^th between 6-8 PM. The awards ceremony will start at 7 PM.

 

The District Elementary Spelling Bee is on Monday night at 7 PM in the District Board Room. Good luck to Franklin’s Spelling Bee rep Julian Levy from Ms. Mazza’s class.

 

The Yearbook Team is calling all students to participate in the design of this year’s book. They are looking for original artwork created around two themes, either “What I Love About My School” or a general “nature” theme. Please turn in your artwork by February 24^th at the front office, including your name, grade and teacher on the back. For more details see the attached flyer.

 

Celebrate Valentine's Day and let your friends know how special they are to you by sending a Friendship Gram for only 50 cents! Student Council will deliver your message with a pencil on Valentine's Day! Student Council will be selling Friendship Grams on Thursday the 9^th and Friday the 10^th at lunch recesses for each grade, and they will also be selling on Thursday after school from dismissal until 1:30 PM.   

 

Please make sure your calendars are marked for school holidays on Monday, February 13 and Monday, February 20^th.

 

Happy Sunday, remember to Be SMART, and be to school before 8:05 AM. Goodbye!

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Our children ran their hearts out at the APEX FUN RUN. PTA is very close to being able to gift a Chromebook Cart to our school!! :) To do this we need to collect 100% of our Pledges. As of Friday we have only collected 76% of our Pledges. 
 
Simply go to APEXFUNRUN.com to enter your Pledge Payments as soon as you can or drop off your Pledge Envelope to the office.

If you need your child's Access Code email Juli Black at

bubbl...@gmail.com

Checks can be payable to Franklin PTA. 

Thanks again for Supporting all of our children at Franklin :)

[cj reid]

The BFEF 7th annual Auction and Gala are fast approaching... March 11th at the recently renovated historical Glen Arden Club. http://glenardenclub.com . We hope to see you there!

 

Please ask for gift certificates or item donations from your friends & family that own businesses and from local businesses that you frequent.  (Just drop donations off at the school office, or email san...@yahoo.com to get items picked up. The donation request letter with the BFEF non-profit ID is attached.)  Your children’s Class Projects are among the most popular auction items so please reach out to your room reps to help.

Please let me know if you have any questions.  Thank you!!!

Silent Auction Committee

[cj reid]

SCIENCE FAIR AUDIENCE CHOICE AWARDS LINK

This is the link you will need to vote on your favorite project at the Science Fair. The voting period will only be open from 6-7 PM on 2/7/2017. Good luck everyone!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1U9nU6DnANN91aVwyD-OgLXUQStfxSw6xS2dORwH6v14/edit?ts=5894373a

Audience Choice Awards docs.google.com Get your votes in 2/9/2017 from 6-7 PM; Only votes received in that time-frame will be counted.

Audience Choice Awards docs.google.com Get your votes in 2/9/2017 from 6-7 PM; Only votes received in that time-frame will be counted.

Science Fair Committee

[cj reid]

Dear Franklin Families,

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday night message for the week of February 13^th. 

 

Look out for the invitations to our 7th annual live auction and gala in your Thursday folder!  Even if you can't join us, many great items will be available through our online auction the week before the event. To make that happen, we need your help getting great auction items! We are asking every family to get or donate one item. That's just ONE! Ask for donations from businesses you frequently visit.  Maybe your hairdresser, gym or chiropractor would donate their services. They'll be glad to promote their businesses to our school community. The donation request letter and donation submission form are attached. If you have questions or need an item picked up, please contact Sandra Stadler at san...@yahoo.com.

 

Thank you to all of the wonderful people who made our BFEF Science Fair a great success last week. I know there were many volunteers and supporters (see attached flyer). A special thank you to lead staff, Ms. Gargiulo and Ms. Prado, and to lead parents, Mary Lee Behar and Janet Atienza. 

 

 Our Superintendent, Mr. Winfred Roberson will be speaking. We know this is Valentine’s Day, but you will out early enough to still celebrate with your loved ones. Light refreshments and childcare will be available. We hope to see you there.

 

Our students ran their hearts out and had a lot of fun at the APEX FUN RUN. The PTA is very close to being able to gift a Chromebook Cart to the school! We need to collect 100% of the pledges. As of last week we were at 80%. Simply go to APEXFUNRUN.com to enter your Pledge Payments as soon as you can or drop off your pledge envelope in the front office. If you need your child's access code, email Juli Black at bubbl...@gmail.com. Make Checks payable to Franklin PTA. 
Thank you for your support.

 

Wednesday the 15^th we will have PBIS Extra Recess. Students may turn in 60 OWL Bucks/Stamps to participate.

 

Have a fabulous couple of days, remember to Be SMART, and we will see you on Tuesday morning before 8:05 AM. Goodbye!

           

 

Vickie Atikian Aviles

Franklin Principal

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LOTTERY:

The lottery for new students for the 2017-18 school year will be on Feb. 14. If you applied, you should receive an email by 5 pm that day.  As a courtesy to others, please make your decision as soon as possible. You need to accept or decline by logging into your account. Enrollment packets can be picked up starting Feb. 21 and need to be returned within three weeks. Don't forget to secure your spot in daycare if you will be needing it next school year. :) Thank you!

[cj reid]

Dear Franklin Families,

 

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday night message for the week of February 20^th. Monday the 20^th is a school holiday in observance of Presidents’ Day.

 

Our biggest fundraiser of the year is kicking into high gear. Reminder that we are asking each family to get ONE donation from a business that you have ties to. Most local businesses will gladly donate gift certificates or items for our amazing public school. Just give them the donation letter attached. Please bring donated items to the front office or contact parent, Sandra Stadler at san...@yahoo.com. The deadline for donations is February 28th. 

Early Bird Tickets for the Live Auction and Gala on March 11th have started selling. Click here! 

 

On Tuesday the 21^st and Wednesday the 22nd, we will have a mid-year PBIS Behavioral Expectations Reminder Kick-Off. Our Be SMART Matrix is in the Family handbook and will be attached to the written version of this email.

 

Friday the 24^th is our monthly awards assembly starting at 8:15 AM on the playground. Any student who receives one of our monthly awards will have extra recess prior to their regular recess time. Friday is also spirit day. Wear any Franklin T-shirt or school colors of red, white, navy blue, or khaki.

 

Please make sure to check the lost and found. There are many jackets, lunch boxes and water bottles piling up. Anything not picked up by Friday the 24^thwill be donated.

 

The PTA is very close to reaching their goal for our school! We still have a large amount of Outstanding Pledges and we need to get to 100%. Please help by logging into your child's account to make sure their sponsors have paid. Simply go to APEXFUNRUN.com to enter your Pledge Payments as soon as you can or drop off your pledge envelope in the front office. If you need your child's access code, email Juli Black at bubbl...@gmail.com. 

 

Friday evening is the district Honors Orchestra Performance at Glendale High School starting at 7 PM.   

 

Have a wonderful couple of days. Remember to Be SMART, an be in line before 8:05 AM on Tuesday morning. Goodbye!

 

[cj reid]

 Packets need to be returned within three weeks. You attention to this is appreciated. Thank you! 

[cj reid]

BE A PART OF OUR EXCEPTIONAL TRADITION 

BECOME AN ACTIVE MEMBER OF FRANKLIN MAGNET PTA!

 

It’s time to nominate the PTA officers for the 2017-2018 school year. Please think about how you can help! You may nominate yourself or someone you think would do a great job. If you would like a position, but can’t commit full time, please consider being a co-chair!

Please return this form by Friday, March 10, 2017.

 

ELECTED POSITIONS

The following positions will be elected during our association meeting March 14, 2017 (one person per role)

• President: runs meetings and oversees all PTA activities.
• 1^st Vice President - Membership: coordinates PTA membership drive.
• 2^nd Vice President - Fundraising: oversees fundraisers and spirit sales.
• 3^rd Vice President - Programs: organizes PTA sponsored assemblies for classrooms, Parent/Child socials, and speakers for meetings.
• 4^th Vice President - Reflections & Red Ribbon: Coordinates PTA Reflections art contest and Red Ribbon Week activities.
• 5^th Vice President - Public Relations / Outreach: edits weekly blast, manages google groups and PTA information on school website.
• Treasurer: handles finances of the organization.
• Secretary: takes minutes of Association and Board meetings.
• Parliamentarian: attends all meetings to advise / ensure correct procedures are followed.
• Financial Secretary: Records deposits and provides receipts for all monies received.
• Advocacy: educates PTA members, community members and elected officials about PTA's issues of concern and legislative priorities and goals.
• Room Rep Coordinator: oversees Room Parent Program and helps coordinate volunteers.
• Hospitality: organizes welcome coffees, orientations, meeting amenities, Founder’s Day, teacher luncheons.
• Auditor: audits the books and financial records semiannually.
• Historian: takes photos, creates “scrap book” of the year, collects volunteer hours.

 

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I would like to nominate the following people: (please nominate yourself if you like)

Continue on back of paper if needed!

Position	Nominee
President	SCOTT SILVER
1st VP Membership	OPEN
Co-Chair	OPEN
2nd VP Fundraising	OPEN
Co-Chair	OPEN
3rd VP Programs	OPEN
Co-Chair	OPEN
4th VP Reflections/Red Ribbon	OPEN
Co-Chair	OPEN
5th VP Public Relations/Outreach	OPEN
Treasurer	OPEN
Secretary	OPEN
Parliamentarian	OPEN
Financial Secretary	OPEN
Advocacy	OPEN
Room Rep Coordinator	OPEN
Hospitality	OPEN
Auditor	OPEN
Historian	OPEN

 

[cj reid]

Dear Franklin Families:

 

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday night message for the week of February 27^th.  Tuesday, February 28 is your last chance to get Early Bird tickets for the BFEF Live Auction and Gala on March 11th. Don’t’ miss out on this best price. To buy tickets, go to www.biddingforgood.com/franklinmagnetschool. 

 

We need all your auction item donations by this Wednesday, March 1st, at the latest! Thank you to all who have already sent in donations or helped with class projects.  

 

If you have any questions or a significant donation that is delayed, please email parent lead, Sandra Stadler at san...@yahoo.com

 

 

Our 6^th Grade picnic was postponed to March 13^th in hopes of better weather. Thank you to families who have volunteered to help with this event with a special thank you to parent lead, Audrey Klein. Permission slips will go home this week.

 

We will have a Lock Down Drill sometime this week as part of our monthly safety drills.

 

Tuesday is the 5^th Grade Fire Safety Assembly.

 

Friday, March 3^rd is a minimum day in order to give teachers time to prep for report cards. Kindergarten students are dismissed at 11:42 AM and 1^st – 6^thgrade dismisses at 11:46 AM. Please be on time!

 

 

Goodbye!

[cj reid]

Dear Franklin Families,

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday night message for the week of March 6^th.

 

This is a very exciting week: Our online auction is live and bidding has begun! Go to www.biddingforgood.com/franklinmagnetschool to bid on amazing items, including unique experiences such as a hard hat tour of the new Glendale Library, hotel stays near and far, summer camps, spa treatments, fine dining, Disneyland tickets, your children's class projects and much more! 

Franklin Magnet School and BFEF - BiddingForGood Fundraising Auction www.biddingforgood.com The online auction will run until Sunday, March 12, 2017 at 6pm PST. Proceeds go to the Ben Franklin Elementary Foundation to support the International Intern program, Gardening, Robotics, Science Fair, teacher supplies, Music and other programs that make Franklin Magnet School so special. Auction items range from fabulous vacation getaways to once-in-a-lifetime experiences guaranteed to delight and surprise. So, tell your friends, family, community. Let the bidding begin! We will also be adding more items for the online and Live Auction, so check back often!

 

We will have some very exciting special guests this year, including our MC, so the evening will be one to remember! Tickets are available at www.biddingforgood.com/franklinmagnetschool. Thank you for your support of our biggest fundraiser of the year!

Franklin Magnet School and BFEF - BiddingForGood Fundraising Auction www.biddingforgood.com The online auction will run until Sunday, March 12, 2017 at 6pm PST. Proceeds go to the Ben Franklin Elementary Foundation to support the International Intern program, Gardening, Robotics, Science Fair, teacher supplies, Music and other programs that make Franklin Magnet School so special. Auction items range from fabulous vacation getaways to once-in-a-lifetime experiences guaranteed to delight and surprise. So, tell your friends, family, community. Let the bidding begin! We will also be adding more items for the online and Live Auction, so check back often!

 

Tuesday, March 7^th is Spring Picture Day. If you didn’t take a fall picture, please take a spring picture even if you don’t plan on purchasing, so that we can have a picture for the yearbook.

 

Please come with your forms completed. 6^th grade students may come to this meeting, but we will have a separate meeting for students during the school day.  

 

2^nd Trimester Report Cards go home on Thursday, March 9th.

 

Have a wonderful Sunday night, remember to Be SMART, and be in school before 8:05 AM. Goodbye!

[cj reid]

Dear Franklin Families,

This is Principal Atikian with a Special Message.

 

We need your help this week to ensure that the Amity Intern Program and other enrichment programs can come back next year. The BFEF annual auction funds the majority of the $64,000 annual cost of the Internship program.

 

You can win exclusive lunches with new GUSD Superintendent Roberson, Glendale Police Chief or City Manager Scott Ochoa and with me, your principal. We’ll go out to lunch during the school day for a special treat. There is a story time birthday party with a Glendale city librarian and there are lots of summer camps. You can get tickets to language-themed parties hosted by Franklin parents and fun play dates with teachers and interns - one of them going to Disneyland. Last but not least, don't forget to bid on your class projects. Remember, winning bids are donations for all items and can make your vacations and summer camps tax-deductible!

Lunch with Glendale Superintendent of Schools Winfred Roberson! - BiddingFo... The winning bidder and a guest will have the opportunity to have an exclusive lunch with Superintedent Roberson!...

 

Also, remember to buy tickets for the Gala this Saturday, March 11^th. Please join me for food, fun and festivities and a live auction. Don’t miss out!  www.biddingforgood.com/franklinmagnetschool

[cj reid]

Dear Franklin Families,

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday night message for the week of March 13^th.

 

I’m doing an early message today to remind you go to the BFEF online auction www.biddingforgood.com/franklinmagnetschool. There are so many wonderful items up for bid and some have not been bid on at all. I’m still waiting to see who will have a special lunch with me. You have until 6 PM tonight to win, so get to it. I’d also like to encourage you to do a direct donation to ensure we are able to keep our Amity intern program next year. It will take $64,000 to maintain what we have in place right now. Remember our interns reduce class size throughout the day by adding an additional native speaking adult to the classroom.

                                                                              

Thank you to everyone who has already participated in and supported our On-Line Auction, Live Auction, and Gala with a special shout out to parent lead Sandra Stadler. The Gala was a spectacular event.

 

Daylight savings time started today. Please remember to spring your clocks forward one hour, reset your alarms and be on time.

 

 Please bring your own water bottle labeled with your first and last name. There will be water at the park to re-fill. Please wear comfortable clothes and sunscreen. It’s going to be hot. You are welcome to bring your own frisbees, badminton, etc. Parents who volunteer to help with the picnic are welcome to come, but otherwise this is a student activity.

 

Wednesday evening is our upper grade drama performance starting at 6:30 PM in the auditorium.

 

March 20^th through the 24^th is spring break and Monday, March 27^th is a student free day. Staff will be participating in professional development. School will resume for students on Tuesday, March 28^th.

 

Please remember to respect our neighborhood. We have been receiving concerns from our neighbors. Please do not move trash cans or walk across lawns or gardens. Please do not block or park in driveways. Thank you! 

 

 Goodbye!                                   

[cj reid]

Charity Fundraising Auctions for Schools & Nonprofits | BiddingForGood www.biddingforgood.com Bid on school and nonprofit fundraising auction items; support worthy causes that make a difference. Auctions include electronics, celebrity items and more.

Bidding is heating up - and you will have 1.5 additional hours to bid tonight!

By popular demand from parents on a beautiful Sunday, we have extended the bidding until 9pm tonight. Great items are still available at minium bids, including two weeks of basketball camp and a story time birthday party at a Glendale library! Fun family entertainment, and great deals on servicesyou need anyway! All bids benefit the Internship and other enrichment programs at Franklin Magnet School. View All Auction Items Don’t miss out on the Language-Themed Parties! Had fun last night at the gala at Glen Arden? Then continue to party with other Franklin parents! Bid for your spot now!   Great Deals Here! View All 408 Items 2 Los Angeles Clippers tickets Section 206 for April 5 2017, incl parking pass, $197 value Go and enjoy an evening out for 2 and watch the Los Angeles Clippers vs Mavericks. $86 Face Value per ticket + Parking pass April 5 2017 7:30 pm Seats are in Section 206 row 8 seat 13 and 14 Includes Lot W parking pass Donated by:  Clippers Value  $197.00 Current Bid  $30.00 family portrait sessions with Next Exit Photography Family portrait session with Next Exit Photography!Award winning husband and wife team, Cat and Adi Benner, of Next Exit Photography, are known for their beautiful editorial style family and children�s portraiture in a relaxed outdoor setting. Nex... Value  $350.00 Current Bid  $95.00 1 Week Camp at Occidental Basketball camp Camps run for 1 week sessions. Camp Will Focus on Individual Instruction in the Following Areas: Ballhandling & Dribble Moves Shooting Fundamentals Passing & Receiving - Moving Without the Ball Rebounding - Positioning & Technique Individu... Donated by:  Occidental College Value  $200.00 Current Bid  Bid Now! Disney Hardcover Collections: "Art of Minnie Mouse AND The Art of the Disney Golden Books 2 WONDERFUL DISNEY COLLECTOR BOOKS - The Art of the Disney Golden Books - Charles Solomon - This book celebrates a legacy that has now thrived for more than 80 years and continues to influence new generations of artists and filmmakers. The Art of... Value $75.00 Current Bid  Bid Now! View All 408 Items

Refer Friends

Franklin Magnet School and BFEF

1610 Lake Street Glendale, CA 91201

Ph: 310 500 9962  http://bfef.franklinmagnetschool.com/ Run an Online Fundraiser Copyright © 2003-2017. Franklin Magnet School and BFEF and BiddingForGood, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

[cj reid]

Dear Franklin PTA Families,

 

Best Regards,
Scott Silver
PTA President

[cj reid]

Dear Franklin Families,

This is Principal Atikian with a couple of reminders.

 

March 20^th through the 24^th is Spring Break and Monday, March 27^th is a student free day. School will resume for students on Tuesday, March 28^th.

 

Attention Franklin Filmmakers: Spring Break is a great time to be working on your film for the Franklin Magnet Film Festival.  Submissions are due April 10. More details at fmfilmfestival.com.

Franklin Magnet Film Festival fmfilmfestival.com Mission Statement. The goal of the Franklin Magnet International Student Film Festival is to provide our students with a cinematic platform for their creativity.

 

6^th graders – please make sure to get all your camp forms completed and handed in right away. The medical forms are due March 28^th. The rest of the forms were due today. All forms must be completed in order to go to camp. All 6^th graders also need to get their TDAP vaccination prior to going to Middle School, and it’s a good idea get it before camp if possible.

 

Looking ahead: PTA has two social events scheduled at Sky Zone in Van Nuys.  Check in will be at 5:30 PM and jumping is 6-8 PM. Invitations with more information will go home in Thursday Folders, so save the dates and be on the lookout. 

 

Have a wonderful spring break, remember to Be SMART, and we will see you on Tuesday, March 28th. Goodbye!      

[cj reid]

Dear Franklin Families,

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday night message for the week of March 27^th. I hope you have had a wonderful spring break. Students still have Monday, the 27^th off while staff engages in professional learning.

 

CAASPP Testing begins for 5^th and 6^th graders on Wednesday the 29^th. Students – please remember to do your best, get a good night sleep, and eat a healthy breakfast.  

 

Friday is our monthly awards ceremony. One of our auction items was “Principal for a Day.” Rhys Ahern from Kindergarten Italian will be running the awards ceremony and the school that day with a little help from me.

 

As part of our monthly emergency drills, we will have an earthquake drill sometime this week.

 

It’s time to check the lost and found again. There are so many jackets, water bottles, and lunch boxes waiting to be claimed. Please remember to put your first and last name on your belongings, so we can get them back to you if lost. Anything not claimed by Friday will be donated. It’s everybody’s responsibility have a clean and safe school, so please help us by taking care of your own belongings.  

 

Have a fabulous couple of days, remember to Be SMART, and I will see you before 8:05 AM on Tuesday morning. Goodbye!

[cj reid]

Dear Franklin Families,

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday night message for the week of April 3rd.

 

Yesterday was the GUSD Math Field Day and Franklin did a great job of representing our school. Thank you to all of our participants and to our coaches Ms. Prado and Ms. Mazza. We had several students who came in 1^st through 3^rd place for their grade level in various categories: 

Julian Levy (4th grade) and Caleo Osorio (4th grade) 1st place in conceptual understanding Megan Harkins (5th grade) 3rd place for problem solving

Nathan Scherrer (6th Grade) 2nd place in conceptual understanding

Julian Levy will be going to County Math Field Day! 

We're so proud of our students and their coaches!

 

CAASPP Testing continues for 5^th and 6^th Grades this week. Students – please remember to do your best, get a good night sleep, and eat a healthy breakfast.

 

Come bounce off the walls with PTA at Sky Zone! The Father/Daughter Social is Friday, April 7^th. Check in is at 5:30 PM and jumping is 6-8 PM. Sky Socks will be provided. Invitations and PTA waivers went home in last week’s Thursday Folder. There is also a Sky Zone Waiver that needs to be submitted on-line: https://vannuysstore.skyzone.com/waiver 

Online Liability Waiver vannuysstore.skyzone.com In order to save time when you arrive, you may fill out and sign your liability waiver in advance. Please note that you must be at least 18 years old in order to ...

(Note: There are two different waivers, one for PTA and one for Sky Zone.). Please contact Juli Blackbubbl...@gmail.com with any questions.

 

 Films should be between 30 seconds to 3 minutes in length.  Head to the website at fmfilmfestival.com for more details.

 

Have a wonderful evening, remember to Be SMART, and I will see you before 8:05 AM on tomorrow morning. Goodbye!

 

[cj reid]

Dear Parents,

Please remember to take the GUSD Parent Culture Survey. 

As of right now, we have almost 5,000 online responses with representation from all GUSD schools.

The survey closes this Friday, April 7. 

Parents can complete a paper survey or they can complete the survey online by visiting GUSD.net and clicking this link on our homepage:

Parents: Take our 2017 Parent Culture Survey 

[cj reid]

Hello Everyone,

There is so much excitement buzzing about the Father/Daughter Social, we would hate for anyone to miss out. You don't want a case of FOMO!  The deadline to sign up TOMORROW is Tuesday April 4th

      
Cash or checks payable to: Franklin PTA

Remember to also sign the Sky Zone Waiver. https://vannuysstore.skyzone.com/waiver

Do not return the Slip or PTA Waiver to your child ’s teacher or in the Thursday Folder.

This Event is for Franklin GIRLS only.

any questions email Juli Black bubbl...@gmail.com

We need Parents to make CUPCAKES for Father Daughter Social and bring them to the office Friday before 2:30pm

We also need Fruit Kebabs for our Father Daughter Social. 

The Invitation & PTA Waiver are attached. 

[cj reid]

There's still time to register for the Father/Daughter Social

Don't forget to drop off your Fruit kebabs and Cupcakes tomorrow! 

Kindly bake at least 2 dozen Cupcakes or Fruit Kebabs & drop them off 

Any questions, please email Juli Black at  bubbl...@gmail.com

[cj reid]

Dear Franklin Families,

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday night message for the week of April 10^th.

 

The Patty Wagon food truck and Kona Ice will be there, along with a red carpet for the student filmmakers to walk while getting their picture snapped by our event photographer. All students, parents, faculty and staff are welcome! Please remember that the deadline for student submissions is tomorrow, Monday, April 10th.  All films that meet the guidelines will be accepted and scrhttp://www.fmfilmfestival.com/pages/en/guidelines.htmeened.  Here is the link to access submission forms:http://www.fmfilmfestival.com/pages/en/guidelines.htm

Franklin Magnet Film Festival :: Guidelines www.fmfilmfestival.com Film Guidelines. Films must be a minimum of 30 seconds and no longer than 3 minutes in total length, including titles and credits. Students producing the film must be ...

 

CAASPP Testing begins for 3^rd grade this week. Students – please remember to do your best, get a good night sleep, and eat a healthy breakfast.

 

  The bus is scheduled to leave at 7:15 AM and will not wait for late comers. Please make sure to review things to bring and do not bring any type of electronics. 6^th Grade students will return on Friday afternoon.

 

 Classrooms will be open from 6 to 7 PM. April 21^st will be a minimum day - K Dismissal will be at 11:42 AM and 1^st-6^th grade dismissal will be at 11:46 AM. 

 

Have a wonderful Sunday night, remember to Be SMART, and I’ll see you before 8:05 tomorrow morning. Goodbye!

[cj reid]

Dear Franklin parents,

After 25 years of being at Franklin, it is really difficult to say “good-bye”. The time has come for me to retire. I want to thank you for giving me the opportunity to help you and your children throughout these years.

I have seen Franklin convert into a Magnet School and transform as these dual immersion FLAG programs have grown and are now into the middle school and high school. I have been fortunate enough to see so many students become bilingual and biliterate in languages that they did not know when they entered kindergarten. What an inspitation! I have seen many of you transition from when you tearfully said good-bye to your kindergarteners on the first day of school to when you tearfully say good-bye to Franklin as they promote onto middle school.   I thank you for your continuous support. I will always have fond memories of Franklin: the amazing students and their families, the wonderful, hard-working staff and the supportive district. I take with me many fond memories. I will miss all of you.

I hope to see you “around” as I plan to come back and visit!

Thank you! Merci! Danke! Grazie! Gracias!

Ana

-- 

Ana Jones, FLAG Teacher Specialist

Franklin Magnet School

1610 Lake Street

Glendale, CA 91201

[cj reid]

Dear Franklin Families,

This is Principal Atikian and Stella Pilano from the first grade French class with your Sunday night message for the week of April 17^th.  Bonjour!

 

CAASPP Testing Continues for 3^rd Grade this week.

 

Tuesday, April 18^th 6^th graders will take their individual and panoramic pictures for the yearbook.

 

Tuesday night is the monthly PTA meeting starting at 5:30 PM in the auditorium. We will be recognizing and celebrating all the students who participated in the PTA Reflections Contest this year. Light refreshments will be served and child care will be provided.

 

Thursday, April 20^th is Open House. 6^th Grade will be selling International Food from 5-6 PM while our wonderful parent band entertains us. Classrooms will be open from 6 to 7 PM. Parking will be available on the playground.

 

Friday, April 21^st is a minimum day. Kindergarten dismisses at 11:42 AM and 1^stthrough 6^th grade dismisses at 11:46 AM.

 

3^rd Trimester Progress Reports go home for students who have an area of concern.        

 

The yearbooks are ready to be ordered online. This year’s edition features amazing artwork from our very own talented students. Besides the class portrait pages, it is full of fun school memories, such as the Winter Concerts, Halloween Parade, Crazy Hair Day, Film Festival, Science Fair and many more. The yearbooks can be ordered online only and will get delivered to school and handed out directly to the students. Follow the link in the written message and get your copies today. Online ordering closes at the end of April. http://www.studio1yearbooks.com/14907835

 

Looking Ahead:

 

Remember to save the date for the Franklin Film Festival on April 28^th at Toll Middle School starting at 5 PM. 

 

Save the date for the PTA Mother/Son Event at Sky Zone on May 12^th. Check in is at 5:30 PM and jumping is 6-8 PM. Sky Socks will be provided. More information to follow in Thursday folders.

 

Have a good evening, remember to Be SMART and be at school before 8:05 AM. Goodbye! Au Revoir!

[cj mahoney]

Dear Franklin Families,

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday night message for the week of April 24^th.

 

Host Families are needed for the 2017-2018 school year. We would like to continue the enrichment of our language classes by inviting a total of 13 interns for the next school year and we need your help. Please consider becoming a Host Family. There is information attached to this written message and a flyer will be coming home in this week’s Thursday folder. If you are interested in becoming a host family please contact Diana Mathieu at dianac...@gmail.com. Thank you to our amazing host families throughout the years.

 

Don’t forget to order your Yearbooks online by the end of April. This year’s edition features amazing artwork from our very own talented students. Besides the class portrait pages, it is full of fun school memories, such as the Winter Concerts, Halloween Parade, Crazy Hair Day, Film Festival, Science Fair and many more. (The yearbooks can be ordered online only and will get delivered to school and handed out directly to the students.) Follow the link to order your copies today.  http://www.studio1yearbooks.com/14907835

 

 

CAASPP Testing Begins for 4^th Grade and 5^th Grade will be taking the Science Assessments. Students - Please remember to do your best, get a good night sleep and eat a good breakfast.  

 

Thursday, April 27th is Administrative Professionals Day. Thank you to Sandra, Francis, and Jackie for all you do for Franklin.

 

April 28^th is our monthly awards assembly starting at 8:15 AM on the playground. It is also Spirit Day. Wear any Franklin Shirt or any combination of red, white, navy blue, or khaki. Any student who receives one of the monthly awards will have extended recess.

 

Also on Friday, the all students will attend a STEM Assembly led by real scientists.

 

Friday night is Film Fest at Toll starting at 5 PM. Head to the website for more details and see how you can volunteer: fmfilmfestival.com 

                 

Have a wonderful couple of days, remember to Be SMART, and we’ll see you on Tuesday morning before 8:05 AM. Goodbye!

[cj mahoney]

.Dear Franklin Families,

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday night message for the week of May 1st.



Today is the last chance to order the Yearbooks online. Don’t miss out on this beautiful keepsake, full of great school memories.

Yearbook Order link http://www.studio1yearbooks.com/14907835



Thank you to all of our awesome film makers and volunteers for another successful BFEF sponsored Film Fest. I loved seeing all the creativity and collaboration. Thank you to Annie and Ward Roberts for taking the lead and to Roger Ghaman for your continued support and vision. Thank you also to Stacey Healey, Linsdsay Isom, Sean, Isom, Alex Teslik!



On Saturday, GUSD competed in the LA County Math Field Day. 4th Grade Italian student, Julian Levy received GOLD for 4th grade problem solving and silver for 4th grade procedural computational skills with his team. GUSD’s team was top three in LA County for 4th Grade. The GUSD Teams will be honored at the May 9th Board Meeting starting at 6:30 PM. We’re so proud of Julian!



There will be a lockdown drill sometime this week as part of our monthly safety drills.



CAASPP Testing continues for 4th Grade. Students: Please remember to get a good night sleep, eat a good breakfast, and do your best!



Tuesday, May 2nd is the 6th Grade panoramic picture at 8:15 AM.



Wednesday, May 3rd from 8 to 9 AM, BFEF is having a special meeting in the auditorium. Join fellow parents after drop off to see how you can get involved with an amazing and fun group of parent volunteers. There are open board positions and great committees to join. Bring your suggestions and ideas. Coffee will be served.



Wednesday evening starting at 6:30 PM in the Hoover High Auditorium, GUSD is having a special LCAP meeting. Please join me in attending this community meeting regarding District goals.



Attached to this email is a flyer for EEELP Summer Camp. The first enrollment deadline is this Friday.



Have a fantastic Sunday night, remember to Be SMART, and be at school before 8:05 tomorrow morning. Goodbye!

[cj mahoney]

Dear Franklin Families,

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday night message for the week of May 8^th.

 

FRANKLIN STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK is this week. Thank you to our wonderful Franklin Staff for all you do to support our students and help them thrive. Thank you to PTA and BFEF for your planned gestures of appreciation. If you are able to volunteer to support PTA this week, please contact Ibet Acevedo ibet...@yahoo.com.

 

 They have been distracting and will be seen as any another toy. Thank you for your support with this.

 

We have our Jump Rope for Heart Assemblies tomorrow afternoon.  All funds raised will go directly to the American Heart Association.

 

 

 Please join me for tea, treats, and casual conversation.

 

   

 

 Check in is at 5:30 PM and jumping is 6-8 PM.  Sky socks, photo booth, dinner and drinks are included. RSVP’s are due this Tuesday, May 9^th.  Please contact Juli Black bubbl...@gmail.com with any questions.

 

PLEASE REMEMBER TO:

1. Return the Completed RSVP Slip (see attachment)

2. Attach Cash or Check (Checks made payable to Franklin PTA)

3. Sign and return the PTA Waiver (see attachment)

4. Sign the Sky Zone Waiver by going to https://vannuysstore.skyzone.com/waiver

Forgot to order the Yearbook? No worries, the deadline has been extended to May 11th. They will get delivered to school and handed out directly to the students. Ordering link: http://www.studio1yearbooks.com/14907835 

NOTE: 6th GRADE STUDENTS DO NOT NEED TO PLACE AN ORDER. 

 

6^th Grade Families – Please make sure your child has gotten their TDAP Immunization and get the paperwork handed into the office as soon as possible. Students will not be able to do summer school or get their schedules for 7th grade without their TDAP Immunization. 

 

We squeezing in a Barnes and Noble Family Night on May 15^th.   Please look out for flyers about the event and also about Atikian’s Book Club.

 

 Goodbye!

[cj mahoney]

Dear Franklin Families

This is Principal Atikian with a special message. After school today, there was a person acting erratically in the neighborhood, so in an abundance of caution we did a lockdown and called the police. The police took care of the situation and we are all clear. At no time were any students in danger. All staff and students acted responsibly and followed our procedures. Again, safety is a top priority, and the reason we practice monthly safety drills.  

[cj mahoney]

Our final PTA Meeting for the School Year has been postponed from May 9, to May 23, 2017 a 5:30pm.  Childcare and food will be provided.  We hope to see you there!

Franklin PTA

[cj mahoney]

It's teacher appreciation week! Attached are daily activities to make our staff feel super special!

[cj mahoney]

Hello Everyone,

There is so much excitement buzzing about the Mother/Son Social, we would hate for anyone to miss out. You don't want a case of FOMO!  The deadline to sign up is TOMORROW, Tuesday May 9th.

      

Cash or checks payable to: Franklin PTA

Remember to also sign the Sky Zone Waiver.https://vannuysstore.skyzone.com/waiver

Online Liability Waiver - Sky Zone

vannuysstore.skyzone.com In order to save time when you arrive, you may fill out and sign your liability waiver in advance. Please note that you must be at least 18 years old in order to ...

PLEASE Do not return the Slip or PTA Waiver to your child ’s teacher or in the Thursday Folder. It will get overlooked.

PLEASE HELP BY:

We also need FRUIT KEBOBS. 

The Invitation & PTA Waiver are attached. 

Any questions email Juli Black bubbl...@gmail.com

[cj mahoney]

Forgot to order the YEARBOOK? No worries, the deadline has been extended until Thursday, May 11th.

Don’t miss out on this beautiful keepsake, full of great school memories. 

When your 1st grader is in 6th grade or when your 3rd grader is in high school, they love to travel back in time to see how cute they were during their years at Franklin!

Order your copy today at http://www.studio1yearbooks.com/14907835 

All books will get delivered to school and handed out directly to the students.

NOTE: 6th GRADE PARENTS DO NOT NEED TO PLACE AN ORDER. 

[cj mahoney]

Dear Franklin Families,

This is Principal Atikian with your Sunday Night message for the week of May 15th. 

 Thank you to Ibet Acevedo and Amy Romberger for taking the lead.  

 

As part of our monthly safety drills, we will have a fire drill sometime this week. 

Please remember that tomorrow the 15th is our Barnes and Noble Family Fun Night.  My new Book Club Book, The Girl Who Drank the Moon, will be available for purchase. Franklin will receive a percentage of the Barnes and Noble receipts handed in during the week. This goes for online purchases as well.   

 Great job students for being SMART.  

 I’m looking forward to meeting with students and sharing the love of reading.  

 All are welcome to watch and cheer. 

GUSD is transitioning from a traditional math pathway to an integrated math pathway beginning in the 2017-18 school year.  (See the attached flyer) 

Happy Mother’s Day!  Goodbye!