Mini Golf Event at Franklin High School
Franklin High School's Connect for Cancer Club is working to raise awareness of all types of cancer and fundraise for various causes. They have an upcoming Mini Golf event at Franklin High School on October 14th. This event is being held in honor of Nick Gaspar, and all of the proceeds will be donated to pediatric cancer research. Please check out their flyer and links!
Hispanic Heritage Month
Did you know that from September 15th to October 15th, we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month? It's a super special time when we honor and learn about the rich cultures, traditions, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino people in the United States. During this month, we can:
🌟 Explore delicious Hispanic foods like tacos, empanadas, and churros.
🎶 Listen to fantastic music like salsa, reggaeton, and mariachi.
📚 Read amazing stories about Hispanic heroes and heroines.
🎨 Create colorful crafts inspired by Hispanic art.
Remember, celebrating diversity is not only fun but also helps us learn and grow! So, let's join in the festivities and discover the beauty of Hispanic heritage together. Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!
Help Wanted!
Substitutes needed! Are you a former educator looking to get back into the classroom? Interested in working in schools to see if it's right for you? We need day-to-day substitutes in all schools at all levels! If interested, please apply here and enter Job ID 4423071.
Know anyone amazing? We are seeking enthusiastic, dedicated individuals to work as educational assistants in our GOALS classrooms! Please click below if interested!
Please click this link if interested!
We are also still working to hire a long term substitute special educator. The position will be from the start of the school year until January. Please visit the posting here if you or anyone you know is qualified and interested!
A Note from Mrs. Hover - Occupational Therapist
“After school restraint collapse” is an emotional and physical release some children experience upon arriving home. After spending the day using their mental and physical energy to follow school routines, they may be low on capacity. Please see the link below for strategies to help students “reboot” and “recharge” their bodies to help them cope with this release and decrease meltdowns.
Nurses' Notes
IMPORTANT! If you have not already done so, please be sure to fill out an Emergency Form for your child(ren)!
Flu Clinic: The Franklin Health Department is hosting a Flu Clinic on 10/11 from 3-6PM with free flu shots for kids 18 and under. Please see the flyer below and register here!
PCC News
Fairmount Fruit Farm
Buy pumpkins and apples - and support Jefferson!! Stop by Fairmount Fruit Farm (885 Lincoln Street in Franklin) on Monday, October 9 - at any time - and purchase pumpkins and apples. Fairmount has generously offered to donate 20% of sales that day to Jefferson. Get ready for Halloween (and Spooky Fall Fest)!
Chateau
On Tuesday, October 10, let the Chateau cook for you -lunch dinner or takeout. Chateau will donate to Jefferson 20% of all orders on October 10 which are flagged as “Jefferson”. If you are ordering online, add the item “Fundraiser” to your cart and enter “Jefferson Elementary” as a special instruction. Thank you!
Boosterthon
Huge thank you to everyone who has registered, donated and/or solicited donations. Thanks to you, Jefferson raised over $22,000 this year for field trips and enrichment activities for our students! (And the kids got to participate in a super-fun DanceFit Glow Party!) Thanks also to all of the parent volunteers who helped decorate and oversee the event - we couldn’t do it without you!
Spooky Fall Fest
Mark your calendars for Spooky Fall Festival - Thursday, October 26, 2023 from 4pm - 6pm. Keep an eye out for volunteer sign-ups as PCC can use your help making the event a success.
Providence Bruins
On Friday, December 15, 7:05 p.m., join your Jefferson friends at the Providence Bruins - and hear the 5th Grade Chorus sing! $24 per person (and kids get a free hat)! Purchase your tickets on-line now at www.ProvidenceBruins.com/Jefferson
PCC Communications
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Get Involved!
Speaking of volunteers, Jefferson PCC is completely volunteer-run. In order to continue to offer all of the great events and activities scheduled each year, we need your help. Even if you only have a few minutes each month, there is a way for you to help! We have a variety of fun committees to choose from, so please indicate your interest HERE. The Committee Chair will be in touch via email with more information in the coming weeks.
Stay in Touch!
Feel free to reach out to the PCC at JeffersonPCCFranklin@gmail.com with any questions. Check out our Facebook page (www.Facebook.com/JeffersonPCC) and website (https://sites.google.com/view/franklinjeffersonpcc) to find out about upcoming events and activities!
As many of you know, the PCC, or Parent Communication Council, is a group of parent volunteers that work with the staff and administration of the school to enrich students' educational experience. This is done through fundraisers, events, and activities. The PCC fully funds field trips for every student at Jefferson, holds Book Fairs, hosts Cultural Enrichment Assemblies for the children, and sponsors the Artist in Residence Program each year. Please visit their website linked here, follow the Jefferson Elementary PCC Franklin, MA Facebook page, or connect with the Board at jeffersonpccfranklin@gmail.com to learn more! They are already planning some great events this year and we hope you will mark your calendars and attend or even help out when you can!
Contact Us
Mrs. Wasik, Principal
Mrs. Murray, Assistant Principal
Mrs. Tolonen, Secretary
Website: https://www.franklinps.net/jefferson-elementary-school
Location: 628 Washington St, Franklin, MA 02038
Phone: (508) 541-2140
Twitter: @JeffersonLabs