Good Morning - Students who ride the bus from Hill Road or Webster Lake Road will be picked up about 15 Minutes late this morning. Sorry for any inconvenience.
Thank You
On Tuesday, June 7, the Bike - Walk Alliance of New Hampshire came to our school. We enjoyed a wonderful safety presentation from Rich Lacourse. We learned lots about helmets, bike safety and street sense. Thank you Paula Bedard for fitting the children with helmets and providing our school with this informative presentation.
Good Afternoon Franklin Families,
I am writing to you today to introduce you to our 3 new school principals for the 22-23 school year. They will officially assume their positions on July 1st.
Mr. Dave Levesque will be taking over for Principal Charette at Franklin High School. Mr. Levesque comes to us with 11 years of administrative experience in the Laconia School District as a high school assistant principal and elementary school principal.
Ms. Ginny Everett will be taking over for Principal Darsney at Franklin Middle School. Ms. Everett comes back to Franklin where she served as a high school English teacher and District curriculum coordinator. She has served the past 5 years as the assistant principal at the Linwood School in Lincoln.
Mr. Robert Laroche will be taking over for Principal Blair at the elementary school. Mr. Laroche has 14 years of experience as an elementary school principal both in Massachusetts and New Hampshire.
All 3 Principals will be reaching out to our families in July to schedule meet and greets with students and parents.
My sincerest gratitude to Principal Charette, 20 years of service in Franklin, Principal Blair, 5 years of service in Franklin and Principal Darsney, 4 years of service in Franklin, for their contributions to the school district and community of Franklin.
Sincerely,
Dan LeGallo
SAU 18 Superintendent
dlegallo@gm.sau18.org
Dear Franklin Families,
I have been notified of 6 Covid cases this past week and today. 1 elementary school student, 4 middle school students and 1 middle school staff member tested positive for Covid-19. Close contact notifications have been made.
I will continue to update you weekly.
Sincerely,
Dan LeGallo
SAU 18 Superintendent
dlegallo@gm.sau18.org
On June 4th, The Three River Roboteers, a FIRST Lego League team of Franklin 5th and 6th graders, participated in the NH Spring Scramble, an off-season competition of NH robotics teams for youth ages 9-16 in Bristol, New Hampshire. FMS started team 55321 in January of this year with a grant from the NH Department of Education.
With a high score of 200 points, the Three River Roboteers ended in 5th place out of eleven teams qualifying for playoffs. Their robot malfunctioned during the quarter-finals, which took them out of the final rounds. They finished in 8th place overall. The team remained in the stands for the rest of the finals, happily and proudly cheering on the other teams until the very end.
Like all FIRST events, the NH Spring Scramble also had scheduled presentations our students presented before judges. The Roboteers had to explain their robot design and, most importantly, how and what they had learned and collaborated with others to achieve their goals.
Our Franklin Team presented themselves with confidence, knowing that they had done their very best, of which they were proud. They competed with gracious professionalism and integrity, and by doing so, they even made many new friends from other teams. Overall, our first season was a success and many current Roboteers are eager to come back in the Fall.
We look forward to our next full season and encourage any middle school students grades 4-8 who may be interested in joining our 22/23 season to come and stop by in the Fall to see what we have going on.
FIRST LEGO League introduces science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) to children through fun, exciting hands-on learning. Participants gain real-world problem-solving experiences through a guided, global robotics program, helping today’s students and teachers build a better future together.
First Lego League Core Values:
Discovery: We explore new skills and ideas.
Innovation: We use creativity and persistence to solve problems.
Impact: We apply what we learn to improve our world.
Inclusion: We respect each other and embrace our differences.
Teamwork: We are stronger when we work together.
Fun:We enjoy and celebrate what we do!
More Pics: https://photos.app.goo.gl/hCBuosqTJgTHsvvt5
On Friday, June 3rd, due to the efforts of our Music Teacher Michaela Kosta, FMS students in Grades 4-6 were treated to a "Live 5-Piece Woodwind Ensemble." We want to thank our performers: Sarah DePorter - Flute, Anne Levergood - Oboe, Mark DeTurk - Clarinet, Sarah Kuhn - Horn, Michaela Kosta - Bassoon. Here's a link to the performance: https://youtu.be/CqfXK1Hy314 More Pics: https://photos.app.goo.gl/jQbwqKG111ov17N49
Franklin Middle School celebrated our first Family Night since the Fall of 2019 on Wednesday, June 1st! The evening included a Pulled Pork BBQ Dinner, Title 1 Presentation, our first Book Fair in 3 years, and was capped off by an amazing Band and Chorus Performance!! View the performance live https://youtu.be/zPNJn91MHko More Pics https://photos.app.goo.gl/9KGQU5ragakR5Qip6
Thank you Franklin Food Service for preparing the dinner and serving our families!
Good Afternoon Franklin Families,
I have been notified of 10 Covid cases this past week.. 1 elementary student, 8 middle school students and 1 high school staff member tested positive for Covid-19. Close contact notifications have been made..
I will continue to update you weekly on case counts in the school district.
Sincerely,
Dan LeGallo
SAU 18 Superintendent
dlegallo@gm.sau18.org
Good Morning FMS Families
The following is a message from the IT Department:
This is a reminder that student Chromebooks, power cords, and carry bags will be collected before the end of the school year.
Please make sure your student has each of these items in their possession as the bill for unreturned items is as follows:
Chromebook: $185.00
Power Cord: $25.00
Carry Bag: $10.00
I have included a link to the the use agreement for your reference.
Have a nice weekend
Mr. D
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AR3aNYbwhEHD3ndXZl5C6uGPjYr2OeN9/view?usp=sharing
Dear Franklin Middle School Families
Wednesday, June 1
Family Night: Pulled Pork BBQ, Concert,
Title 1 Presentation, and Book Fair!!!
Concert 6 p.m. Gym
Book Fair 4:30-7:30
Pulled Pork BBQ! 4:30-5:30
(Cafeteria and outdoor seating)
Title 1 Presentation 5:00
Please Join Us!
Dear Franklin Families,
I am sure you are aware of the heartbreaking tragedy that occurred in a Texas school yesterday afternoon. Every parent's worst nightmare came true for 19 elementary school students.
In response to this, we have police officers at all 3 schools today for extra security and to reassure students. We also have our counselors on alert to help students who need assistance processing their emotions in response to this horrific and traumatizing event.
Please feel free to reach out to the schools if you sense that your child/children need some support.
As always, it takes a village to safely raise and educate our children and you are a valued member of our village.
Sincerely,
Dan LeGallo
SAU 18 Superintendent
dlegallo@gm.sau18.org
Good Morning Franklin Families,
I am reaching out to let you know that I have been notified of 13 Covid 19 cases this past week through yesterday. 1 elementary staff member, 3 elementary students, 3 middle school staff members, 4 middle school students, 1 high school staff member and 1 high school student tested positive for Covid -19.
I will continue to keep you updated each week on our case counts in the school district. Please feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Dan LeGallo
SAU 18 Superintendent
dlegallo@gm.sau18.org
IMPORTANT DISMISSAL INFORMATION: Good Afternoon FMS Families
Until further notice, at the end of the day, buses will be loaded and will depart first. Walkers and those being picked will be dismissed after the buses depart.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Mr. D
Today, under the direction of FMS Art teacher Mary Thompson, Abbey Tyrell, Ava Archambault, Madelyn Savary, Kora Rose, Cadie Welch, Destiny Elliot, Madison Mango, and Chelsea Adams proudly represented Franklin Middle School by painting a downtown crosswalk with a design by 7th grader Madelyn Savary. Other crosswalks were painted by representatives of Paul Smith School and Franklin High School. Thank you Jule Finley and Portrait of a Graduate's Carissa Corrow for making this happen! FMS PROUD! More pics: https://photos.app.goo.gl/9e3Bmt3cKkjp8toA6
Dear Franklin Families,
I have been notified of 19 Covid cases this past week including 6 this past weekend and today. 5 elementary school staff members, 1 elementary school student, 3 middle school staff members, 5 middle school students, 1 high school staff member and 4 high school students tested positive for Covid-19.
Please screen your child/children for symptoms each morning and keep them home if they are sick.
I will continue to keep you updated.
Sincerely,
Dan LeGallo
SAU 18 Superintendent
dlegallo@gm.sau18.org
Be sure to check out the Franklin Middle School Art Display in Downtown Franklin If you look really closely you can see Ms. Thompson, our Art Teacher who helped our students create this amazing artwork! More pics: https://photos.app.goo.gl/kaLwWveTcYVv6jJn7
Franklin School District is looking for YOUR feedback in improving the climate and culture of the school, which in turn will create a safer learning environment for all. We have an opportunity to apply for a large federal grant. What do you think would be most helpful?
Please take 5 minutes to respond to this Google Form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdQjH1_6BK3_YnqgjQp9cq6wIewMTBU-PFWtSwPIhvxzOfnuA/viewform
HELLO FRANKLIN FAMILIES!
The Franklin School District is applying for a federal grant through the US Department of Justice. The three year award would provide up to $1,000,000 to increase school safety by improving the overall social climate of the district. Your input regarding the current climate and safety of the district as well as suggestions for how to make improvements are needed. This program is based on the Student, Teachers, and Officers Preventing School Violence Act of 2018 (or STOP School Violence Act). We currently have an award which is helping to develop our Behavior Intervention Teams, which provide a structured, evidence based process for assessing and following up on threats to self and others.
I REALLY want to hear about YOUR ideas for improving climate and culture, systems to enhance our behavioral expectations and responses, etc.... These can be approaches which involve students, staff, families, community partners and any combination of such.
Please take 5 minutes and complete this brief GOOGLE FORM for us by May 20, 2022.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdQjH1_6BK3_YnqgjQp9cq6wIewMTBU-PFWtSwPIhvxzOfnuA/viewform
Please share this link with anyone in Franklin who might have valuable input, including your child(ren).
If you have other ideas or would prefer to share your thoughts by phone or email, contact information is below.
Thank you in advance for your time.
Barbara Slayton, LICSW (she, her, hers)
Coordinator of School Wellness
SAU 18
119 Central St.
Franklin, NH 03235
(603) 934-3108 x 4415
bslayton@gm.sau18.org
Good Afternoon Franklin Families,
I have 22 cases of Covid to report since last Monday, May 2nd, 11 of them over this past weekend. 4 elementary staff members and 4 elementary students, 2 middle school staff members and 6 middle school students and 1 high school staff member and 5 high school students tested positive for Covid-19.
With this uptick in cases it is essential that you screen your children for symptoms each morning and keep them home if they are sick. We are reminding students of our mitigation strategies including hand sanitization and social distancing where possible.
Masks will remain optional per guidance from the Department of Education.
Sincerely,
Dan LeGallo
SAU 18 Superintendent
dlegallo@gm.sau18.org
On Friday , April 22, Earth Day 2022, Franklin Middle School Students and Staff partnered with FHS, PSS, and Granite United Way http://www.graniteuw.org/ in a "Day of Caring" The United Way sponsors provided t-shirts, work gloves, and rakes. More Photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/vogBe6JCzvduxkSy8
