Franklin Academy Pembroke Pines K12

Dear Franklin Academy Families,

Welcome to what promises to be another incredible school year at Franklin Academy Pembroke Pines K-12! Whether you are returning to our school family or joining us for the very first time, we are thrilled to have you with us. We hope you enjoyed a wonderful summer filled with rest, laughter, and special moments with your loved ones.

As we begin this new year together, I am excited to introduce our 2026–2027 school theme: Believe.

Inspired by the leadership and optimism of Ted Lasso, this year's theme reminds us that extraordinary things happen when we choose to believe—in ourselves, in one another, and most importantly, in our students. Believing means leading with kindness, treating others with respect, embracing challenges as opportunities, and never underestimating the difference one person can make. At Franklin Academy, we believe every student has unlimited potential, every family is an essential partner, and every member of our staff plays a vital role in creating a school where children can thrive.

One of the many ways we will stay connected this year is through our Franklin Family Newsletter, which you will receive every two weeks. This newsletter will be your primary source for important school news, upcoming events, academic information, celebrations, reminders, and opportunities to get involved in our school community.

I encourage every family to take a few minutes to read each edition. Staying informed is one of the best ways to support your child's success and ensure you never miss important updates. Our goal is to make communication clear, timely, and meaningful, and this newsletter is an important part of that commitment.

This year, let us choose to Believe:

• Believe in the power of education.

• Believe in the strength of our community.

• Believe that kindness matters.

• Believe that every challenge is an opportunity to grow.

• Believe that together, there is no limit to what our students can achieve.

On behalf of our entire Franklin Academy team, thank you for entrusting us with your children. It is an honor to partner with you in their educational journey, and we are excited to make this school year one filled with learning, growth, friendships, and unforgettable memories.

Here's to a fantastic 2026–2027 school year!

Believe.

💙 Principal Sergio Delgado

We are excited to welcome our students back for another wonderful school year!

Student schedules and teacher assignments will be available beginning Monday, August 3, through the PowerSchool Parent Portal. Attached is a helpful guide with step-by-step instructions on how to locate your child's Clever credentials within PowerSchool, which will also provide access to the platforms your child will use throughout the school year.

Accessing Student Schedules

• K–5 Families: Teacher assignments and schedules will be available in PowerSchool on Monday, August 3.
• Middle School (Grades 6–8): Student schedules will also be available in PowerSchool on Monday, August 3
• High School (Grades 9–12): Student schedules will also be available in PowerSchool and FOCUS on Wednesday, August 5.

Please note that middle school schedule changes will not be made based on teacher preference, or elective requests. Schedule changes will only be considered if:

• A student is missing a required course or class period, or
• A student has been scheduled into the same course twice.

Students may not use cell phones or any other electronic devices including but not limited to apple watches, air pods, headphones, cameras, etc. during instructional time.

ANY ELECTRONICS DEVICE SEEN will be confiscated and secured in the front office until dismissal time.

STUDENTS SHOULD HAVE all electronics put away and out of sight during instructional time.

Florida Stature 1006.07 (2) (f) prohibits students from using wireless devices during instructional time in K-12 public schools, unless a teacher directs their use for educational purposes. The law also requires teachers to designate an area for wireless devices during class. The law went into effect on July 1st, 2023.

Continued violations of this policy may result in further penalties and may subject the student to disciplinary action and/or referral to the school's administration.

Dear Franklin Academy Families,

As we begin the 2026–2027 school year, I want to take a moment to remind everyone of the importance of following our school uniform policy. This year, we will be fully enforcing the uniform expectations across all grade levels, and we kindly ask for your partnership in reinforcing these standards at home.

Please take time to speak with your child about the dress code requirements, which are designed to promote a sense of unity, professionalism, and school pride. A student who comes to school properly dressed is better prepared to learn, minimizes distractions, and reflects the values we strive to uphold as a school community.

Below are a few key reminders from our uniform policy:

• All uniform tops and bottoms must be purchased from our approved uniform vendor, iUniforms, and must include the official school logo.

• Shirts must be tucked in at all times, with midriffs completely covered—even when arms are raised.

• Belts (plain black, brown, or navy) are required for students in grades 2–12.

• Outerwear worn inside the building must have the school logo.

• Shoes must be closed-toe, safe, and school-appropriate (sneakers, loafers, or Mary Jane style).

• PE uniforms must also include the school logo and are required on PE days.

• Hair styles and accessories must not be distracting and are subject to administrative approval.

• Middle and high school students must wear their school-issued ID badges and lanyards daily.

The full policy is available in our website and by clicking THIS LINK, and we encourage you to review it carefully with your child.

Our goal is not only to ensure that students are dressed for success, but also to cultivate a safe, respectful, and distraction-free learning environment for all. We appreciate your cooperation and support as we work together to uphold these standards.

If you have any questions or need support with uniforms, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our school office.

Let’s make it a great year—

Warm regards,

Sergio Delgado, Head of School

Franklin Academy follows a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy, which allows students to use their personal laptops for instructional purposes while on campus. To ensure responsible use and proper access to our network, families are required to complete the BYOD agreement. Students must keep a copy of the completed document with them until our IT team sets up their device. Please find the link to the document below and submit it at your earliest convenience.

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As a reminder, student drivers MUST complete the 2026-2027 Student Parking Application in order to be able to drive on campus.

The parking application requires the signatures of the student, parent or guardian, and vehicle owner. If the parent or guardian is also the vehicle owner, they must sign in both places. We will also need copies of the registration and insurance.

We do not consider an application complete without all the required items. Please submit all required documents to the Director of School Operations, Mr. Carnaggie.

Seniors ONLY you may decorate your parking CURB for FREE! Please see the last page of the 2026-2027 Parking Lot Application for specific information. Please submit your sketch for approval by August 23rd, 2026, our Senior Parking Lot painting will occur on August 30th from 8:00AM-12:00PM.

Until 1:55 PM

Dear Franklin,

This is a friendly reminder that early dismissal for students is permitted every school day only until 1:55 PM. After this time, we cannot accommodate early sign-outs, as our staff and students are transitioning into dismissal procedures for the day.

We ask that you plan accordingly if your child has an appointment or needs to leave school early. Dismissing students after 1:55 PM creates disruptions to the end-of-day routines and compromises the safety and efficiency of our dismissal process.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in helping us maintain a safe and orderly school environment.

Franklin Families,

We want to keep everyone informed, as safety remains our top priority. Recently, we’ve noticed several high school students exiting through the single-point entry or bus loop during dismissal and then attempting to re-enter campus for activities such as practice, committee meetings, tutoring, or Sibling Link.

Please note that once a student exits through the gate, re-entry is not permitted for safety reasons. Any student who opens the gate for others or attempts to re-enter will face disciplinary consequences.

We strongly encourage our high school students to plan ahead each day and be mindful of their schedules to ensure they remain on campus if they have after-school commitments.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in helping us maintain a safe and secure campus for everyone.

Monday-Tuesday, August 3rd and 4th:

• Volleyball Team Tryouts at 3:00 PM-5:00 PM in the GYM

Tuesday, August 4th:

• New Student Orientation for MYP 1-3 (Grades 6-8) at 5:00 PM till 6:00 PM
• Meet and Greet for MYP 1-3 (Grades 6-8) at 6:00 PM till 7:00 PM

Wednesday, August 5th:

• Meet and Greet for Grades K-5 at 5:00 PM-6:00 PM (Drop off School Supplies)

Wednesday, August 5th:

• Panther Prowl for Incoming Freshmen at 10:00 AM till 1:00 PM

Thursday-Friday, August 6th and 7th:

• Franklin Kickstart at 8:30 AM -12:00 PM

Thursday, August 6th:

• Tears and Cheers at 8:45 AM in the Cafeteria

Monday, August 10th:

• First Day of School Grades 1 to 12

Wednesday, August 12th:

• Informational Golf Club Team Meeting at 2:45 PM-3:30 PM

Thursday, August 13th:

• Football Team Informational Team Meeting at 3:00 PM

Tuesday, August 25th: Open House

• Kindergarten and 1st Grade at 5:00 PM
• 2nd and 3rd Grade at 6:00 PM
• 4th and 5th Grade at 7:00 PM

Wednesday, August 26th: Open House

• MYP 1-3 at 5:30 PM-8:00 PM

Thursday, August 27th: Open House

• 9th and 12th Grade at 5:30 PM-8:00 PM

Please find here the latest version of the Broward County Public Schools Code of Conduct

FortifyFL is a suspicious activity reporting tool that allows students to instantly relay information to appropriate law enforcement agencies and school officials.

QUICK AND EASY SAFETY TIP SUBMISSION

By accessing FortifyFL, students can provide a description of the threat, share pics, and videos and optionally submit their contact information. Submissions can be anonymous or non-anonymous. Submitting a tip is quick and easy using our mobile app or website.

All Franklin Academy students have access to FortifyFL via their Clever portal dashboard.

We are Franklin Academy

Building Better People, Everyday

Website: https://ppk12.franklin-academy.org/
Location: 5000 SW 207th Terrace, Pembroke Pines, USA
Phone: (954) 315-0770
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Twitter: @franklincharter