The Latest from L'Etoile

Dear Franklin Academy Families,

We hope you had a wonderful week!

A heartfelt thank you to our students and families who showed appreciation for Mrs. Yurick, Mrs. Francese, Mrs. Tina, and Coach Savage this week. They are truly passionate and consistently go above and beyond for our students, families, and staff. We are so grateful for all that they do!

Report cards were emailed yesterday and are also available in PowerSchool. If you have any questions regarding your child’s report card, please reach out to their teacher(s).

Our Spring Concerts are quickly approaching! Our first concert will be for grades 4–8. We ask all 4th and 5th grade families to please complete the sign-up form if your child will be participating in the Spring Concert on April 20th at 6:00 PM.
Sign-up link: https://forms.gle/86enePtHonJJHkTGA

We also invite you to join our Title I Comprehensive Needs Assessment (CNA) Meeting on Monday, April 13th at 6:00 PM, held both in person at Franklin Academy and virtually. Your input is an important part of the CNA process and helps guide decisions and planning for the upcoming school year. A virtual link will be shared on Monday for those attending online.

As we enter the final 34 days of school, many exciting events are taking place! Please take a few moments to review the flyers included in this newsletter so you don’t miss out.

Upcoming Dates to Remember

• April 13 – Spring Pictures
• April 13 – Title I CNA Parent Meeting (6:00 PM)
• April 18 – Campus Tour | 9:00 AM
• April 20 – Spring Concert (Grades 4–8)
• April 21 – Spring Concert (Grades K–3)
• April 22 – Earth Day
• April 22- Administrative Professionals Day
• April 28 – Culture Fair (Grades K–4)
• April 29 – Coffee with Admin (Virtual)
• May 1 – Interim Report Cards Issued
• May 2 – Campus Tour | 9:00 AM
• May 4 – Cap & Gown Pictures (Grades K, 5, & 8)
• May 12 – Campus Tour | 5:30 PM
• May 13 – Dress Down Day
• May 20 – Dessert with Admin (Virtual)
• May 23 – Kindergarten, 5th, and 8th Grade Graduations

🌟 Staff Shout-Outs

Take a moment to recognize a Franklin Academy staff member using our Staff Shout-Out Form. Your kind words are shared in our weekly staff newsletter and truly mean so much to our team—thank you for your continued support!

Thank you for your continued partnership and for all you do to support our school community.

Have a wonderful weekend!

All the Best,
Mrs. L’Etoile, Mrs. Yurick, Mrs. Francese, and Mrs. Tina

We invite you to recognize the hard work and dedication of our amazing Franklin staff! Please fill out the form above to give a shout-out to a staff member who has made a positive impact on your child’s education. Your kind words help celebrate our team and inspire them to keep making a difference.

Thank you for partnering with us and helping us honor the incredible work of our staff!

We have seen an increase in students bringing wireless headphones to school, pairing them with their phones, and listening to music during the day—this has become a larger concern, especially in middle school.

Moving forward, wireless headphones will be treated the same as cell phones and will be confiscated if used. After a second occurrence, a parent will be required to come to the school to retrieve the item.

Please ensure that wireless headphones are kept at home, as they cannot be connected to or used with our school-issued laptops or computers.

Thank you for your support and cooperation.

Parents, 8th-grade course selection sheets for Park Vista and Santaluces community highschool will be sent home with the applicable students this week. Students will be checking with their core academic teachers for recommendations on what classes to take next year. If you did not receive a sheet for your student and you believe they are zoned for Park Vista or Santaluces, your address in SIS may need to be updated. To do this, you must provide 2 documents of proof of address to our registrar Ms. Green, at green.joi@FRANKLIN-ACADEMY.ORG.

Additionally, if you missed the January 30th deadline for Choice Program Applications, the late application window is available from March 30 to May 1, 2026. Please check the website for more information: https://www.palmbeachschools.org/studentsparents/school-choice

As a reminder, we ask all families to follow our school dress code to ensure student safety and consistency across campus.

Outerwear

• Only outerwear with the official school logo may be worn.

• School uniform shirts must be worn under all outerwear.

• Hoodies are not allowed

Shoes

• Approved footwear includes:

  • Athletic-style (sneaker) shoes

  • Dress shoes (loafer or tie)

  • Mary Jane–style shoes

• All shoes must have a back.

• Crocs, slides, and slide sandals are not permitted, as they pose a safety concern during the school day.

Thank you for your continued cooperation and support in helping us maintain a safe and structured learning environment for all students.

We appreciate your partnership!

Once your child has completed their FAST state tests, you can view their scores online! Follow the steps below to access the FAST Family Portal:

1. Log in to PowerSchool.

2. Click on Student IDs.

3. Scroll down to FAST Family Portal Credentials.

• Click the provided link.

• Be sure to write down the FAST Access Code - you’ll need it once the link opens the portal page.

4. Follow the prompts on the FAST website and enter all required information, including your child’s name, date of birth, and the FAST Access Code.

Once logged in, you’ll be able to see all FAST state test scores from this year and previous years.

If you need any assistance with FAST, please contact:
Mrs. Post, Testing Coordinator
post.kori@franklin-academy.org

First-time Portal Users: To Access the Volunteer Portal, you are required to complete a one-time “Volunteer Application”. Once the application is approved, you will receive an email with instructions on the next steps, including a link to setup your portal password. All information will remain confidential.

Returning Portal Users: Click HERE to sign in.

We have our Bolts Cart schedule for students who have earned Franklin Bolts Bucks, with many items to choose from. Thank you to our SGA for creating this schedule!

Parents can find their child’s FAST Portal Access Code in the PowerSchool Parent Portal.

The code is located on the same page as your child’s Student ID and Clever login information. From this page, you’ll also see a direct link to the FAST Family Portal, making it easy to log in and access your child’s information.

Arrival & Dismissal Safety

• Pull all the way forward in the carline and remain in your vehicle.

• Have your child ready to exit quickly with a backpack and lunchbox zipped.

• Students arriving after 7:30 AM (elementary) or 8:30 AM (middle) are tardy and must be signed in at the front office.

• Parking on the service road is not permitted. Only registered walkers may walk home.

• Please drive slowly—our children’s safety comes first.

Late Pick-Ups

• Families receive one warning.

• After that, a $1 per minute late fee will be applied.

Campus Safety & Office Hours

• All doors remain locked at all times for safety.

• Office hours: 8:45 AM – 1:45 PM.

• Visitors must buzz in and show ID at the door camera.

• Students must be picked up for early release by 1:45 PM.

• For assistance outside these hours, please call 561-767-4700.

International Mindedness is a central part of the IB Primary Years Programme. It encourages students to understand and respect different cultures, perspectives, and experiences around the world. Developing international mindedness helps students recognize that while people may have different traditions, languages, and beliefs, we also share many common values and responsibilities as global citizens.

Through classroom discussions, units of inquiry, and collaborative learning experiences, students build empathy, appreciation for diversity, and a deeper understanding of their place in the world.

Learner Profile Focus: Knowledgeable 📚

PYP learners strive to be Knowledgeable by exploring ideas across different subjects and gaining understanding about the world around them.

Students demonstrate this by:

• Building knowledge through inquiry and research.
• Connecting new learning to prior knowledge.
• Sharing what they learn with others.

Ask your child: “What new thing did you learn today that helped you understand the world better?”

Key Concepts Spotlight: Perspective & Connection 🔗

Students explore the key concepts of Perspective and Connection as they deepen their understanding of ideas and experiences.

• Perspective focuses on understanding that people may see or interpret the same situation in different ways.
• Connection explores how ideas, people, and systems are linked and influence one another.

By examining these concepts, students learn to think more openly, recognize different viewpoints, and understand relationships between ideas.

Approaches to Learning (ATL) skills play an important role in helping students prepare for and succeed during testing periods. Skills such as self-management, thinking, and communication help students stay organized, remain focused, and confidently demonstrate their learning.

Students apply ATL skills by:

• Managing their time and staying calm during assessments.
• Reading questions carefully and thinking critically before answering.
• Showing perseverance and confidence in their abilities.

👉 Try it at home: Encourage your child to practice good study habits, stay organized, and talk about strategies they use to stay focused and confident during tests.

💬 Quote of the Month (PYP 4)

"I am knowledgeable when I learn new things and share what I know with others."
— PYP 4 Student

were hard at work as students designed, built, and tested their own popsicle‑stick bridges—putting creativity, problem‑solving, and engineering skills into action at Franklin Academy.

Please review the list below of who to contact when certain questions/concerns arise.

Dash Pass-:Please ensure that you have an active Dash Pass account and it is working upon arrival on campus. Any Dash pass questions, please contact Ms. Huelsman at huelsman.tina@franklin-academy.org

Service Hours: Please ensure that you have a Raptor account to log your parent volunteer hours. Any questions please contact Ms. Dowdell at dowdell.alexandria@franklin-academy.org

Transportation: All transportation inquires should be directed to Ms. Huelsman at huelsman.tina@franklin-academy.org

Clever Access: If you are experiencing difficulties with your Clever account, please contactMs. Huelsman at huelsman.tina@franklin-academy.org

Power School Access: If you are experiencing difficulties with your Power School account, please contact Ms. V. Rodriguez at rodriguez.vanessa@franklin-academy.org

AM Carline Reminder:

We have a lot of families dropping off in the morning, please pull all the way up in the carline. Staff members are available throughout the entire line to assist students safely and efficiently. Please make sure your child is ready to exit the vehicle upon arrival. If they are not ready, we will ask you to pull all the way up to the start of the carline.

We also ask that you do not park and walk into the school unless you are volunteering for service hours or attending a parent meeting. Please do not back into the carline, as this slows down traffic.

Our goal is to get as many cars through as smoothly, safely, and orderly as possible. Thank you for your cooperation!

PM Carline Reminder:

For the safety of everyone involved and to prevent traffic congestion that can lead to accidents, we kindly request that you do not park your vehicles on Military Trail or Miner Road during dismissal times.

We understand that waiting can sometimes be inconvenient, but we encourage you to plan your arrival between 2:20 PM and 2:35 PM for elementary students and 3:20-3:35 for middle school students. This will not only reduce your wait time but also contribute to a safer and more organized dismissal process.Please pull all the way up when in carline. This will help the wait time for all families in carline.

Please be aware that the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office (PBSO) has informed us that they will be issuing fines to individuals who park on Military Trail and Miner Road. We want to avoid any unnecessary fines and, more importantly, prioritize the safety of our school community.

Your cooperation in following these parking guidelines is greatly appreciated, as it ensures the well-being of all our students and families. Together, we can create a safer and more efficient dismissal experience.

Fortify FL 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 Fortify FL, 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 Fortify FL via their Clever portal dashboard.

https://www.franklin-academy.org/fortifyfl

Our summer office hours for in-person assistance are as follows:

Office Hours: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Additionally, you can reach us by phone at any time during the following hours:

Phone Hours: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

English:
Did you know you can translate this newsletter into many different languages? Simply scroll to the top of the newsletter and click the "Translate" button. Choose your preferred language from the drop-down menu, and the entire newsletter will be translated instantly!

Spanish:
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Creole:
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Português:
Você sabia que pode traduzir este boletim informativo para vários idiomas? Basta rolar até o topo do boletim e clicar no botão "Traduzir". Escolha seu idioma preferido no menu suspenso, e todo o boletim será traduzido instantaneamente!

Franklin Academy participates in the National School Lunch Program and free or reduced pricing will be available for those that meet the guidelines.

Apply Now for the 2025-2026 School Year!

If you already applied online for Free & Reduced Lunch Meal Benefits and have application status questions, please email lunch@franklin-academy.org

Franklin Academy participa en el programa nacional de almuerzos escolares y los precios gratuitos o reducidos estarán disponibles para aquellos que cumplan con las pautas.

¡Aplica Ya Para el Año Escolar 2025-2026!

Si ya ha presentado su solicitud en línea para obtener beneficios de comidas gratis y reducidas y tiene preguntas sobre el estado de la solicitud, envíe un correoelectrónico a lunch@franklin-academy.org

Aplike Kounye a pou Ane Lekòl 2025-2026!

Inscreva-se agora para o ano letivo 2025-2026!

What's on the menu?

Connecting to your online lunch account. for snacks and ice cream.

Adding funds to your student's account

Franklin Academy, Boynton Beach Campus

Building Better People Every Day

7882 South Military Trail, Boynton Beach, FL 33463

561-767-4700

letoile.alison@franklin-academy.org

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