Franklin Schools SAU #18

Dear Franklin Families, I have been notified of 2 students at the elementary school and 2 students at the high school testing positive today for Covid 19. 1 case at the elementary school and 1 case at the high school were expected and the students have been out of school for over a week. Notifications for the other two cases are being made. A reminder that schools are closed tomorrow in obsevance of Veteran's Day. Sincerely, Dan LeGallo SAU 18 Superintendent dlegallo@gm.sau18.org

Here's the link to the You Tube Video of our Virtual Veterans Day Assembly! https://youtu.be/hn-Kc9ubVoc Here's the link to the PowerPoint. https://bit.ly/3F64JYK Thank you Veterans and your families for your service! D

BAE Systems FOCUS Program is now accepting applications from high school students with an interest in STEM. The FOCUS program gives high school students hands-on experience in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) through classwork and team projects led by BAE Systems employees – allowing them explore STEM careers in depth before choosing any one path. The program demonstrates the basic principles and applications of software, mechanical, and electrical engineering through a small scale robotics competition. Guided by experienced engineers, FOCUS projects simulate a real-world atmosphere, where students work through various elements of a project lifecycle - including development, production, testing, finance, and project management. Schedule and eligibility: • Eighteen students per session • Three, 11-week sessions offered per year (Fall, Winter, and Spring) • Sessions held Wednesdays from 6-8 p.m. in Nashua, NH There are two ways for interested students to apply: 1. Utilize the online application available via Tallo: https://app.tallo.com/application/5393/view (*students will be prompted to create a free profile in Tallo before being redirected to the application) 2. Fill out and email back the attached application to focus.nashua@baesystems.com The application period for our January 2022 program will be open until November 30. If you have any questions about the FOCUS program, please contact us at focus.nashua@baesystems.com Thank you, FOCUS Program Team **See Ms. Marcotte in RM 300 if you need assistance with the application

Dear Franklin Families, I have been notified that a staff member at the elementary school tested positive today for Covid 19. Close contact notifications are being made and those close contacts will be asked to mask up when 6ft. distancing cannot be maintained for the next 14 days. I also wanted to remind you to fill out our short website/mobile app survey that was emailed out earlier today. Thank you, Dan LeGallo SAU 18 Superintendent dlegallo@gm.sau18.org

Good Afternoon Franklin Families, I have been notified of 2 positive cases over the weekend and today. Both cases were at the middle school, a staff member and a student. Close contact notifications are being made at this time. Sincerely, Dan LeGallo SAU 18 Superintendent dlegallo@gm.sau18.org

BAE Systems Women in Technology Program is now accepting applications from female high school Juniors and Seniors with an interest in STEM. Women in Technology (WiT) is a collaborative effort between local area high schools and BAE Systems’ Electronic Systems sector. WiT gives female identifying high school students with an aptitude in math and science a practical, hands-on opportunity to explore careers in various technical disciplines. It also provides mentorship to the students to encourage and support them in their pursuit of a technical career. After completing the program, seniors who have been accepted to college with a declared major in engineering are encouraged to apply for a summer internship opportunity at BAE Systems. The program takes place at BAE Systems locations in Southern NH, beginning on January 4 through May 3, 2022. Students will participate on Tuesday afternoons from 2:30-4:30 PM EST. There are two ways for interested students to apply: 1. Utilize the online application available via Tallo: https://app.tallo.com/application/6470/view (*students will be prompted to create a free profile in Tallo before being redirected to the application) 2. Fill out and email back the attached application to wit.es@baesystems.com The application period for our January 2022 program will be open until November 30. If you have any questions about the Women In Technology Program, please contact us at wit.es@baesystems.com Thank you, WIT Program Team **This is a great opportunity. If you need help with the applications or have questions please see Ms. Marcotte in RM 300

Dear Franklin Families, I am reaching out to notify you that 2 students at the middle school and one student at the high school tested positive today for Covid-19. One of the middle school students has been out of school since last week. The second middle school student and the high school student have been in school this week and close contact notifications are being made. Masking protocols will continue at each school through at least the end of next week. Sincerely, Dan LeGallo SAU 18 Superintendent dlegallo@gm.sau18.org

Dear Franklin Families, I am reaching out to notify you that a student at the high school tested positive today for Covid-19. Close contact notifications are being made. Please continue to monitor your children for symptoms and keep them home if they are sick. Sincerely, Dan LeGallo SAU 18 Superintendent dlegallo@gm.sau18.org

Good Morning Franklin Families Franklin Middle School is in search of a Library Assistant for up to 5.5 hours per day and 5 days per week. Hours and days are flexible and the position can be shared. It's ideal for retirees or family members with school-age children at home. If you love reading and kids or know someone who does, this is the ideal job! Please contact Ken Darsney, Principal (603) 934-5828 or email kdarsney@gm.sau18.org for more information. Thank you for your interest! D

Dear Franklin Families, I have been notified that a student at the high school has tested positive for Covid-19. The case was expected and the student has been out of school for more than a week. No new actions need to be taken at this time. Additionally, a correction to the update yesterday. There were 2 middle school student cases, not 3 as was reported. My apologies for the error. Sincerely, Dan LeGallo SAU 18 Superintendent dlegallo@gm.sau18.org

Good Morning Franklin Families, I have been notified of 6 positive cases over the weekend and yesterday. 3 students at the middle school, 2 students at the elementary school and 1 staff member at the elementary school have tested positive for Covid-19. The 3 classrooms impacted at the elementary school will implement 6ft. masking for the next 14 days. The entire middle school will continue with 6ft. masking through November 12th. Please continue to screen your children every day for symptoms and keep them home if they are sick. Sincerely, Dan LeGallo SAU 18 Superintendent dlegallo@gm.sau18.org

10/29/21 Dear Franklin Families, I am reaching out to inform you that a middle school student has tested positive for COVID-19.  The student has been out of school since last week so no new actions need to be taken at this time. We will continue masking at the middle and high school through the end of next week and then evaluate where we are at in each school. I hope everyone enjoys the Halloween weekend. Sincerely, Dan  LeGallo SAU 18 Superintendent dlegallo@gm.sau18.org

10/28/21 Dear Franklin Families, I have been notified today of 2 students at the middle school and 1 student at the elementary school testing positive for Covid-19. 2 of the cases (1 middle and 1 elementary) were expected based on previous cases.  All 3 students have been out of school since last week. I will continue to keep you updated. Sincerely, Dan LeGallo SAU 18 Superintendent dlegallo@gm.sau18.org

10/27/21 Dear Franklin Families, I have been notified that a staff member at the middle school has tested positive today for Covid-19. The case was expected and the staff member has been out of school since last week. Please continue to screen your children for symptoms each morning and keep them home if they are sick. Sincerely, Dan LeGallo SAU 18 Superintendent dlegallo@gm.sau18.org

Good Afternoon Franklin Families, I am reaching out to report that 1 student at the middle school and 1 student at the high school tested positive today for Covid-19. The middle school case was expected and that student has been out of school for over a week. The high school student was in school during the infectious period and close contact notifications are being made. Sincerely, Dan LeGallo SAU 18 Superintendent dlegallo@gm.sau18.org

Dear Franklin Families, I am reaching out to notify you that 3 middle school students tested positive over the weekend and today for Covid -19. One of the cases was expected and that student has been out of school for more than a week. The additional 2 cases have been contact traced and notifications are being made. Please continue to screen your child/children for symptoms each morning and keep them home if they are sick. Sincerely, Dan LeGallo SAU 18 Superintendent dlegallo@gm.sau18.org

Good Afternoon Franklin Families, I am reaching out to notify you that 1 student at the high school and 2 students at the middle school tested positive today for Covid-19. All 3 students have been out of school since last week so no new actions need to be taken at this time. I hope you all enjoy a great fall weekend! Sincerely, Dan LeGallo SAU 18 Superintendent dlegallo@gm.sau18.org

Good Afternoon Franklin Families, I am reaching out to notify you that 1 student at the middle school and 1 student at the elementary school tested positive today for Covid-19. Both cases were expected as they were related to a previous case. The impacted classroom at the elementary school will need to mask up indoors when 6ft. distancing cannot be maintained for the next 14 days. The middle school will continue masking indoors when 6ft. distancing cannot be maintained for the next 14 days. Please continue to monitor your students for symptoms and keep them home if they are sick. Sincerely, Dan LeGallo SAU 18 Superintendent dlegallo@gm.sau18.org

Dear Franklin Families, I am reaching out to report that 1 staff member at the middle school and one student at the elementary school tested positive today for Covid-19. The middle school will continue with 6ft. masking throughout the school for the next 14 days. The student at the elementary school was in school during the infectious period so that classroom will be masking up when 6 ft. distancing cannot be maintained for the next 14 days. Please continue to screen your children for symptoms each morning and keep them home if they are sick. I appreciate all of your support. Sincerely, Dan LeGallo SAU 18 Superintendent dlegallo@gm.sau18.org

Dear Franklin Families, I am reaching out to report that 1 student at the high school tested positive today for Covid-19. No further action needs to be taken at this time as mask usage has already been implemented. I am pleased to report that there were no reported cases at the middle school or elementary school today. Thanks again for your support in keeping our students and staff safe and healthy. Sincerely, Dan LeGallo SAU 18 Superintendent dlegallo@gm.sau18.org