The Latest from L'Etoile

Dear Franklin Academy Families,

Happy Friday! As we enter November, a season of gratitude, I want to take a moment to thank our incredible students, staff, and families for making Franklin Academy such a special place to learn and grow!

Gobble Up Growth – We're in 1st Place!

Our BOLTS are off to a FABBulous start in the districtwide IXL Gobble Up Growth Challenge! We are currently in 1st place, and we want to keep that momentum going! We have added exciting weekly incentives, including a special Veterans Day Challenge. Students who complete 25 IXL skills to proficiency on Wednesday, November 11, will earn a dress-down day on Thursday, November 12! Thank you for encouraging your children to participate and continue growing academically!

💙 Spreading Kindness – FABBulous Staff Shout-Outs!

Your thoughtful words mean so much to our teachers and staff. As we celebrate this season of gratitude, please continue recognizing those who make a difference in your child's life.

Feeling Grateful and Truly Blessed!

I also want to personally thank our students, staff, PTO, SLA, and families for making Principal Appreciation Month so memorable! From heartfelt student messages and flowers to a red carpet filled with kind words, I truly felt like royalty. But the truth is, I am the lucky one! Being a principal is not about one person. It's about the incredible team of teachers, staff, students, and families who work together every day. We are more than a school; we are a family, and I am grateful for each of you!

Morning Carline Reminder

Our morning carline typically has little to no wait between 7:00 and 7:15 a.m., with traffic increasing around 7:20 a.m. Please plan accordingly to ensure elementary students are in their classrooms by 7:30 a.m. Students arriving after that time will be marked tardy. Every instructional minute matters!

Health and Safety Reminder

To protect students and staff with allergies, asthma, and sensitivities, please remind your children that sprays, perfumes, colognes, body mists, and other strongly scented products should remain at home. Unscented deodorant sticks, fragrance-free wipes, and small towels are great alternatives after PE. Thank you for helping us maintain a healthy learning environment!

Looking Ahead!

We look forward to honoring our Veterans at our Donuts for Veterans celebration on Tuesday, November 10. Please remember that school and offices will be closed Wednesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day. Be sure to review this week's newsletter for additional information about IB Parent Night, upcoming school events, service opportunities, and important reminders.

Thank you for your continued partnership and for being such an important part of our Franklin family. Together, we truly are Growing Greatness Together! 💚

All the Best,

Mrs. L'Etoile, Mrs. Yurick, Mrs. Francese, and Mrs. Tina

As we enter the season of thankfulness, it's the perfect time to recognize our amazing Franklin Academy staff!

THANK YOU to our families who submitted over 20 FABBulous Shout-Outs this week! Your kind words truly make a difference and bring smiles to our staff!

Has someone on our campus gone above and beyond for your child? We'd love to hear about it!

🌟 Send a FABBulous Shout-Out and help us spread gratitude and appreciation throughout our Franklin Family! A little kindness goes a long way! 💙💛

For the health and safety of our students and staff, students should not bring or use any products with strong scents or odors on campus. This includes body sprays, perfumes, colognes, body mists, spray hand sanitizers, aerosol products, or any other items that produce a strong fragrance or odor.

These products can trigger significant reactions in individuals with allergies, asthma, respiratory conditions, or other sensitivities. We kindly ask that you speak with your child and remind them to leave these items at home.

Keeping Fresh After PE!

We understand that students want to feel fresh and comfortable after physical activity. Here are some great alternatives students may bring to school:

• Unscented deodorant sticks (non-spray)

• Fragrance-free body wipes for a quick refresh

• A small washcloth or towel to wipe away sweat

• An extra clean shirt to change into after PE, if permitted by the dress code

• A reusable water bottle to stay hydrated throughout the day

We encourage families to choose fragrance-free products whenever possible to help protect students and staff with sensitivities.

Students who do not follow this expectation may receive appropriate consequences in accordance with school procedures.

Thank you for your understanding and partnership in helping us maintain a safe, healthy, and comfortable learning environment for everyone at Franklin Academy!

Our BOLTS are off to a fabulous start! We are excited to announce that Franklin Academy Boynton Beach is currently in 1st place in the districtwide IXL Gobble Up Growth Proficiency Challenge! 💚

From November 2–20, 2026, all Franklin Academy campuses are competing to see which school can achieve the highest average number of IXL skills reaching proficiency. The winning campus will receive a special prize presented by the Foundation and IXL teams to proudly display at their school!

Our students have been working hard, and we are keeping the excitement going with daily prizes and additional weekly incentives!

🎯 Special Veterans Day Challenge – Wednesday, November 11th!

While we honor our Veterans with a day off from school, we have a special challenge for our BOLTS! Any student who completes 25 IXL skills to proficiency on Wednesday, November 11th, will earn a DRESS DOWN DAY on Thursday, November 12th! 🎉Please use our dress down

But that's not all! We will continue adding exciting incentives each week through November 20th to keep our students motivated and our campus at the top of the leaderboard!

Families, we need your help! Please encourage your children to spend time practicing IXL at home. Every skill mastered strengthens their academic abilities, builds confidence, and brings us one step closer to winning the districtwide challenge!

🏆 We're in 1st place, BOLTS! Let's keep it that way!

It's time to start planning for high school! The School District of Palm Beach County's Choice and Career Options Application is officially OPEN!

Important Dates:

• Application Window: October 8 – December 4, 2026

• Application Deadline: December 4, 2026

• Student ID Requests: September 8 – December 4, 2026

Important Reminders:

• A Palm Beach County School District Student ID number is required to submit an application.

• Families with existing accounts should carefully review and verify their student's information before applying.

• Be sure to follow all instructions provided in the application portal.

Don't miss this opportunity to explore exciting high school programs and pathways for your child's future!

Questions? Contact the Department of Choice and Career Options at choice@palmbeachschools.org.

💙💛 Your High School Journey Starts Here!

As a friendly reminder, students should not bring or carry medications at school, including inhalers, unless the appropriate physician authorization and parent consent forms are on file with our Health Office.

If your child requires an inhaler or any other medication during the school day, please make sure all required documentation has been submitted to our school nurse. This allows us to ensure your child has safe and appropriate access to their medication when needed.

We appreciate your partnership in helping us follow school health procedures and, most importantly, keep all of our students safe and healthy.

Thank you for your continued support!

Our morning carline is running well, and we appreciate everyone’s cooperation in helping us keep things moving!

Want to get in and out even quicker? Consider arriving between 7:00–7:15 a.m. There is typically little to no line during this time. We usually begin seeing traffic back up around 7:20 a.m., just 10 minutes before school begins.

Drop off a little earlier and give your child time to enjoy breakfast, connect with friends, and start the day without feeling rushed!

Thank you for helping us keep mornings running smoothly! 💚

Nov 10- Donuts for Veterans

Nov 11- No School / Offices Closed

Nov 12- Campus Tour on Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 5:30pm

Nov 13- Interim Report Cards Issued

Nov 17- Dessert with Admin

Nov 18- Dress Down Day

Nov 23-Nov 27- No School / Offices Closed

Dec 07- Fall Make-Up Picture Day

Dec 09- Dress Down Day

Dec 12- Campus Tour on Saturday, December 12, 2026 at 11:00am

Dec 16-Coffee with Admin

Dec 18-Early Release

At Franklin Academy, we believe in recognizing and celebrating our students for making positive choices and demonstrating the values that make our school community strong. At the end of each quarter, students have the opportunity to participate in a Quarterly Celebration recognizing positive behavior, responsibility, and respect throughout the quarter.

We want to remind families of the eligibility expectations for our Quarterly Celebrations. Students who complete the quarter without receiving a detention or suspension will be eligible to participate.

We also want to remind our students that every new quarter is a fresh start! All students begin each quarter with a clean slate and a new opportunity to make positive choices and work toward participating in the next Quarterly Celebration.

These celebrations are about more than just having fun. They allow us to recognize students who consistently demonstrate good decision-making, responsibility, self-discipline, and respect for others.

We encourage families to continue these conversations at home by reminding students to think before they act, make positive choices, and take responsibility for their actions. Together, we can reinforce our K.I.T.E.S. core values—Kindness, Integrity, Tenacity, Enthusiasm, and Safety—and help our students continue to grow into responsible, respectful, and successful individuals.

We look forward to celebrating our students and their accomplishments each quarter. Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we continue Growing Greatness Together!

Strong readers do more than recognize words—they think about what they read and connect new information to what they already know. Making connections helps children understand texts, remember important details, and develop deeper comprehension skills.

Try these simple strategies at home:

• Text-to-Self: Ask, “Does this story remind you of something you have experienced?”

• Text-to-Text: Encourage your child to compare characters, events, or ideas with another book they have read.

• Text-to-World: Discuss how information in a book connects to real-world events or topics.

• Support with Evidence: Ask, “What part of the text helped you make that connection?”

Remember: Meaningful connections help children become more engaged, thoughtful readers. Just 10–15 minutes of reading and discussion each day can provide valuable opportunities to strengthen comprehension skills!

Why wait until the end of the school year to stress about service hours?

Get an early start on your 2026–27 service hours right now and cross one more thing off your family’s to-do list!

Service hours for the new school year are already open. There are plenty of great ways to get involved, lend a hand, and support Franklin Academy today.

Ready to get started? Log in to the Raptor Volunteer portal to view upcoming opportunities.

https://apps.raptortech.com/.../MTMxMjpWb2x1bnRlZXI6ZW4tVVM=

Get your 8 hours done early! Future you will thank you!

At Boynton Beach Campus, we are celebrating the IB Learner Profile attribute Balanced! Being balanced means understanding the importance of taking care of our minds, bodies, and emotions. Our students are learning to make healthy choices, manage their time, and find a balance between learning, physical activity, creativity, and relaxation.

Throughout the month, students are encouraged to develop healthy habits, participate in a variety of activities, work collaboratively with others, and recognize the importance of both academic growth and personal well-being. By learning to balance different aspects of their lives, our students are building the skills they need to become healthy, happy, and successful lifelong learners.

🏡 Family Connection: Building Balance at Home

Families play an important role in helping children develop balanced habits! Here are a few ways to practice being balanced at home:

• Stay Active: Go for a family walk, ride bikes, dance, or enjoy outdoor play together.

• Make Healthy Choices: Talk about nutritious foods, drinking water, and getting enough sleep.

• Balance Screen Time: Encourage a healthy mix of technology, reading, creative activities, and family time.

• Make Time to Relax: Practice mindfulness, enjoy a quiet activity, or talk about feelings and emotions.

• Encourage Responsibility: Help children balance homework, chores, hobbies, and playtime.

Conversation Starter: Ask your child, “What is one thing you do to take care of your mind, body, and feelings? How can we make more time for balance as a family?”

Thank you for partnering with us to help our students develop healthy habits and become well-rounded, lifelong learners. Together, we are Growing Greatness Together! 🌱

Our campus was filled with imagination, creativity, and a little storybook magic during our Storybook Character Parade!

Our scholars brought their favorite book characters to life, turning our school into a world of wonderful stories and unforgettable characters!

What a FABBulous way to celebrate the love of reading!

Last month, Franklin Academy Boynton Beach was fortunate to host the Palm Beach County District Charter Principals' Meeting!

We were proud to welcome fellow school leaders to collaborate, share ideas, and strengthen our commitment to student success.

Attendance Matters! Beginning Monday, August 31, 2026, Franklin Academy will begin consistently entering tardies and late pickups.

Please review the following important times and expectations:

⏰ Tardies:

Students must be in their classroom by the designated time to be considered on time.

• Elementary (PYP): Students must be in their classroom by 7:30 AM. Students arriving after 7:30 AM will be marked tardy.
• Middle School: Students must be in their classroom by 8:30 AM. Students arriving after 8:30 AM will be marked tardy.

🚗 Late Pickup:

Students will be considered a late pickup if they are picked up after the designated dismissal time.

• Elementary (PYP): After 2:45 PM
• Middle School: After 3:45 PM

Parents/guardians will receive a warning for the first late pickup.

After the first warning, a late pickup fee of $1.00 per minute, per child will apply.

For example:

• 2:46 PM pickup = $1.00 per child
• 2:50 PM pickup = $5.00 per child

We understand that unexpected circumstances can happen. However, consistent attendance and timely arrival and dismissal are important to ensuring that our students receive every minute of instructional time and that dismissal procedures run smoothly.

Every tardy. Every early check-out. Every absence. Every minute counts.

Thank you for your continued partnership and for helping us Grow Greatness Together!

As we continue working together to keep dismissal safe and efficient, please remember that arriving as early as 1:00 PM creates a safety concern, particularly when vehicles begin double parking and blocking Miner Road. Please avoid arriving excessively early and never block or impede traffic while waiting for carline.

Please also remember that parking on the roadway near or around the Allstate building is not permitted. This property does not belong to Franklin Academy, and PBSO may issue citations to vehicles parked in these areas. Families may not park there and walk onto campus to pick up students, including registered walkers.

A few additional reminders: DashPass and a Franklin Academy carline placard are required for carline pickup. Students should enter and exit on the passenger side, parents should remain in their vehicles, and all directions from carline staff should be followed.

Please share these expectations with anyone who picks up your child. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work together to keep our students, staff, and families safe! 💚

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 contact

Family Tech Guide

Power School/Clever: If you are experiencing difficulties with your Power School account or Clever, please contact Ms. I. Rodriguez at Rodriguez.Icelsa@franklin-academy.org

English:

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

Office Hours: 8:45 AM - 1:45 PM

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

Phone Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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 2026-27 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.

¡Solicite ahora la inscripción para el año escolar 2026-27!

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

What's on the menu?

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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

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