Franklin Academy PPK12 HS Edition

Dear Franklin Families,

In high school, attendance is one of the strongest predictors of academic and personal success. Every day matters, and here are five reasons why your high schooler should make school a priority:

1. Grades & Credits – Missing classes often leads to lower grades and can even put graduation credits at risk.

2. College & Career Opportunities – Colleges and employers notice attendance patterns. Consistent presence shows responsibility.

3. Active Participation – Discussions, labs, and group projects can’t be “made up” with homework alone.

4. Teacher Relationships – Daily interaction with teachers builds mentorship and stronger support for future recommendations.

5. Life Skills – Showing up every day develops discipline, accountability, and resilience—skills needed for college, careers, and beyond.

Attendance is not just about being in the building; it’s about being present for opportunities that shape the future. Let’s encourage our Panthers to take every day seriously.

Sincerely,

Sergio Delgado, your proud principal

Did you know that students who miss just two days of school each month end up missing nearly an entire school year by the time they graduate! Regular attendance isn’t just about being present—it’s the key to long-term academic success and strong lifelong habits.

• Oct. 1 – Reading Retakes for Juniors & Seniors
• Oct. 2–3 – Algebra Retakes

To access FAST Scores for grades 3-12, log into PowerSchool, click on Student IDs, and you will find all credentials pertaining to your child, including FAST Access codes. You can also access it through Focus in 3-5 days.

For grades K-2, results will be sent home on Monday, look in your child's folder.

Each month, we highlight one of our outstanding Franklin Academy High School educators who guides our students toward academic excellence and personal growth. Our ✨ Shining Star of Franklin ✨ is someone whose expertise, leadership, and commitment inspire our Panthers to achieve their fullest potential.

This month, our Shining Star of Franklin is Ms. Caceres, last year’s Teacher of the Year and our dedicated Intensive Reading teacher. Ms. Caceres is deeply caring and supportive, working tirelessly with the students who need it most. With patience, understanding, and compassion, she helps struggling students build confidence, strengthen their skills, and believe in their own success. We are honored to celebrate Ms. Caceres for her commitment to ensuring every student has the opportunity to thrive.

At Franklin Academy, we are proud to celebrate the rich traditions, history, and contributions of Hispanic culture during Hispanic Heritage Month. This year, we invite our families to join us for our Spanish Heritage Festival on Monday, October 14th, from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM in the school cafeteria.

The evening will be filled with music, food, and engaging activities that showcase the vibrant spirit of Hispanic culture. Our students will also have the chance to participate and shine on stage:

• High School Talent Show: Students can share their talents and creativity in a celebration of culture and artistry.
  Sign up here

We encourage all families to attend, participate, and celebrate together as a community. Thank you for supporting this meaningful event, and we look forward to seeing you there!

This month, our Parent Academy provided families with valuable presentations focused on resources to support student success. These sessions gave parents practical tools and strategies to stay engaged and help their children thrive both at school and at home. From learning about academic supports to exploring community resources, our goal is to empower parents with knowledge and connections that make a difference. Thank you to all who attended—we look forward to continuing to provide these opportunities throughout the year!

Gr. 9-10 Parent Academy

Join us for dinner at Chipotle before the Book Fair Family night or even after! PTO will there from 4pm-8pm perfect time to enjoy a good book and some good food! Each family in attendance will receive one service hour!

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.

Bring the whole family and show your Panthers pride at our Florida Panthers Family Night! Enjoy an evening of fun, excitement, and unforgettable memories as we come together to cheer on our Back-To-Back Stanley Cup Champions. Let's show up big, and represent our Franklin Family. Scan the QR code below to purchase your tickets today

Until 1:55 PM

Dear Franklin 'Ohana,

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.

September 30th:

• SAT & PSAT Tutoring Online

October 3th:

• HS Boys Basketball tryouts at 2:30 PM-5:00 PM

October 4th:

• HS Boys Basketball tryouts at 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

October 8th:

• The Chorus and Orchestra Fall Concert at 7:00 PM

October 9th:

• Fall Band Concert at 7:00 PM

October 13th:

• AP Parent Night at 6:00 PM Virtual

October 13th:

• Middle Years Programme Parent Night at 7:00 PM Virtual

October 14th:

• Hispanic Heritage Festival at 5:30 PM-8:00 PM

November 7th:

• Make-Up Pictures

MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) is a schoolwide framework that provides different levels of academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support to students. It ensures that every child gets the help they need—whether through universal strategies for all, targeted interventions for some, or intensive support for a few.

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

Dear Families,

We’re so excited to partner with you in supporting your child through our ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) program!

📚 What is the ESOL Program?

The ESOL program is designed to support students who are learning English as an additional language. We help students grow in speaking, reading, writing, and understanding English, all while celebrating and honoring their home languages and cultures.

👩‍🏫 How Do We Support Your Child?

Your child receives personalized support in several ways, including:

• Small group instruction in English

• In-class support from trained teachers

• Access to Imagine Learning, an online program with fun, interactive English practice

• Regular progress checks and annual assessments

💻 Imagine Learning

Imagine Learning is a powerful online tool that helps students strengthen their English skills through games, activities, and personalized lessons.

All new ESOL students received a QR code login and a welcome letter from Mr. Marcos.

✅ Students should complete 3 sessions per week, each lasting about 20 minutes.

Your support at home is so important, please help your child set aside time each week to log in and complete their sessions. Your involvement makes a BIG difference!

Para aprovechar al máximo esta oportunidad, se espera que los estudiantes completen 3 sesiones por semana, cada una con una duración de 20 minutos. ¡Los animamos a apoyar a su hijo(a) dedicando tiempo en casa para completar estas sesiones—su participación hace una gran diferencia!

📄 Important Updates for Families

• New to ESOL? You’ll soon receive an Initial Parent Notification letter with more details about the program.

• Continuation Letters are being sent home for students who have been in the program for less than 3 years.

• Reevaluation Notices will be shared with families of students who’ve been in the program for over 3 years, to schedule your annual review meeting.

🏠 How You Can Support Learning at Home

Here are a few easy ways to support your child’s language learning journey:

• 📖 Read books together—in English or your home language

• 🗨️ Ask your child about their day and encourage them to share in English

• 💻 Help them log in to Imagine Learning each week

• 🎉 Celebrate their progress—every step counts!

Please check our link for all service hour information and FAQ’s. As a reminder, all families are required to complete 8 service hours per family for the 25-26 school year. All families are required to create a Raptor account in order to complete service hours.We recommend that you always check your Raptor account to ensure your hours are accurate and to ensure you added the correct Family Service ID (see image below for help), hours will roll over into PowerSchool at the end of each quarter.

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/
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