Franklin e-Newsletter
Friday, November 6, 2015
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** Vocal Concert is November 10 **
Fall Conferences
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Dance Marathon
Money Mash
Congratulations to the following homerooms who were our Money Mash winners! Ms. Davies period six took first place with $100.33. Ms. Mead’s class finished in second place with $76.40 and Mr. Rehn’s class took third place with $72.68.
Students (& Staff) Love Spirit Week
Monday: PJ Day
Tuesday: Twin Day
Wednesday: Neon Day
Thursday: Throwback Day
Friday: Spirit Day
It's important for us, even during this type of week, to continue to stress academics. In some cases this could be difficult. We were very proud of the way our students approached the week. It was a way for staff and students to bond together with simple theme days. Knowing that our students can handle the fun along with the academics will help as we plan more days later on in the year.
I've included some pictures below. If you'd like to see more pictures please go to our Facebook page.
PJ Day
Twin Day
Neon Day
Throwback Day
Mission of Hope
Part of the Franklin 8th grade year is to concentrate on giving back to the community. One way we give back is to prepare and serve lunch to the homeless at the Mission of Hope. On Wednesday, November 4th, we had four adult volunteers and 25 students go to the Mission and serve lunch. The students brought along canned goods, and travel size shampoos to give to the Mission. Three of the girls worked in the Clothing section to help straighten the clothing. Some washed dishes, others served. I watched as students helped an elderly lady with a walker maneuver with her tray to eat. Others with young children were assisted by our students. What a great learning opportunity for our students.
Concerts
Important Note: Please plan to arrive early to ensure a parking spot and to catch the start of the concert. If the weather cooperates we will open up the grass area located near the north parking lot.
Band Concerts (Students need to be here at 6:45PM)
- Tuesday, November 17, 7:00PM
- Tuesday, March 1, 7:00PM
- Thursday, May 26, 7:00PM
Vocal Concerts
- Tuesday, November 10, 7:00PM
- Monday, February 22, 7:00PM
- Tuesday, May 31, 7:00PM
Orchestra Concerts
- Thursday, November 12, 7:00PM
- Thursday, February 25, 7:00PM
- Monday, May 23, 7:00PM
Friends of Franklin
http://franklin.cr.k12.ia.us/assets/23/6/PTA_Friends_of_Franklin_Membership_2015-2016.pdf
PTA Sign-Ups
Upcoming Events
Girls' Swimming @ Linn-Mar
Tuesday, November 10
Boys' Basketball, 7th @ Roosevelt, 8th @ Home
Vocal Concert, 7PM
Thursday, November 12
Boys' Basketball, 7th @ Home, 8th @ Regis
Orchestra Concert, 7PM
Monday, November 16
Girls' Swimming @ Washington
Tuesday, November 17
Boys' Basketball, 7th @ Home, 8th @ Oak Ridge
Band Concert, 7PM
Thursday, November 19
Career Day for 6th & 7th Graders
Boys' Basketball, 7th @ McKinley, 8th @ Home
Franklin Middle School
Email: lptacek@cr.k12.ia.us
Website: franklin.cr.k12.ia.us
Location: 300 20th Street Northeast, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States
Phone: (319) 558-2452
Facebook: facebook.com/franklinms
Twitter: @FranklinBolts