Frankstown Elementary
August 7, 2023
We Can't Wait!
Only 17 days until the first day of school and we can't wait to see all of you! I hope everyone has been having a great summer and has spent lots of time with family and friends.
At school, we have been busy getting ready for the upcoming school year. There have also been a few changes over the summer. Former kindergarten teachers, Mrs. Bridenbaugh, Mrs. Diehl, and Mrs. Schneeberger are all setting out on new adventures to different grades. Mrs. Bridenbaugh is now a third grade teacher. Mrs. Diehl is now a first grade teacher, and Mrs. Schneeberger is now a fourth grade teacher. Mrs. Jandora is joining the kindergarten team, along with veteran kindergarten teacher Mrs. Black and two teachers who are new to our school, Miss Eckenrode and Miss Hicks.
The faculty and staff are in place and ready to go. This is going to be a fantastic school year filled with theme days, field trips, assemblies, fun, and learning!
Continue to enjoy your summer and we will see soon!
Sincerely,
Mr. Madden
Important Upcoming Dates
Kindergarten Orientation/Open House
Wednesday, August 16, 2023 - 5:00-6:30PM
New Family Orientation
Thursday, August 17, 2023 – 5:00-6:00PM
Meet the Teacher Night
Tuesday, August 22, 2023 - 5:00-6:30PM
1st Student Day for Gr 1-6
Thursday, August 24, 2023
(Kindergarten will follow Staggered Entry schedule)
Frankstown's Rockstar Faculty & Staff
Kindergarten
- Mrs. Black, Miss Eckenrode, Miss Hicks, and Mrs. Jandora
First
- Mrs. Diehl, Mrs. Fogal, Mrs. Hill (filling in for Mrs. Hill while she is out on maternity leave to start the year is Mrs. Cruse), and Mrs. VanVeenendaal
Second
- Mrs. Carson, Mrs. Dively, Mrs. Franco, and Mrs. Sidehamer
Third
- Mrs. Bridenbaugh, Ms. Hewitt, Mrs. Mikolajczyk, and Mrs. Sarah Myers
Fourth
- Mrs. Clayton, Mrs. Desort, Mr. Keech, and Mrs. Schneeberger
Fifth
- Mrs. Frazier, Mrs. Gregg, Mr. Shale, and Mr. Swogger
Sixth
- Ms. Berish, Mrs. Brumbaugh, Mr. Clark, and Mrs. Smith
Gifted Support
- Mrs. Nicci Stultz
Learning Support
- Ms. Cannon, Mrs. Fink, Dr. Cheslock (formerly Miss Jubas), Miss Kaitlyn Diehl, Miss Sheehan, and Mrs. Sral
Title 1
- Mrs. DeAntonio, Mrs. Diane Myers, & Mrs. Zorger
- Mr. Harris, Mrs. Montgomery, & Mrs. Ott (music), Mrs. Vent (PE), Mrs. Mock (art) , Mr. Trimmer (librarian/STEM)
- Mrs. Alyson Miller
School Psychologist
- Dr. Springer
Nurse
- Ms. Wendy Lieb
Secretaries
- Mrs. Bender and Mrs. DeVecchis
Cafeteria Manager
- Mrs. Connie Snyder
Custodians
- Mr. Steve Smith, Mr. Bob Dodson, Mr. Craig Snyder, Mr. Rich Berkheimer, and Mr. Ron Harker
Upcoming Events
Wednesday, August 16th
- Kindergarten Orientation/Open House from 5:00-6:30PM
Thursday, August 17th
- New Family Orientation/Open House from 5:00-6:00PM
Tuesday, August 22nd
- Meet the Teacher Night for Grades 1-6 from 5:00-6:30PM
Thursday, August 24th, Day 1
- 1st student day for Grades 1 - 6 (Kindergarten will follow Staggered Entry schedule with all KDG students coming on Wednesday, August 30th)
- Wear your favorite, school appropriate, summer/beach shirt
Friday, August 25th, Day 2
- School Spirit Friday - Wear your school spirit gear
NOTE:
- Picture Day will be September 12th, The make-up day will be announced at a later date.
Welcome Letters for Students
Please click on your child's grade-level link below for their welcome letters and supply lists for the 2023-2024 school year.
**Please note, between August 10th and August 15th, homeroom assignments for students will be released via Infinite Campus.
Welcome Letter from Our Guidance Counselor - Mrs. Miller
Dear Families,
My name is Alyson Miller, and I am the KDG through 6th grade Guidance Counselor at Frankstown.
I look forward to offering support to and working with the Frankstown students, staff, families, and community. I will meet with students individually and in small groups, conduct classroom guidance lessons, meet with parents, collaborate with teachers and staff, and consult with community organizations to benefit and meet the needs of all Frankstown Elementary students.
While teachers and staff don’t return until August, if you ever have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call (814) 695-4961 or email me at alyson.miller@hasdtigers.com.
I am so excited to work with your children and get to know you throughout the years to come!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Alyson Miller
Guidance Counselor
Frankstown Elementary
Lunch Menu for Aug/Sept
Other Important Information
School Messenger Notification System
Our district will be using this system to provide timely communication to parents and staff members on matters such as attendance, general interest activities along with campus and district emergencies. Click button below for help and support.
Homework Requests
Please notify the office by 8:15 a.m. to have homework prepared for same day pickup. Homework can then be picked up in our vestibule area at the main entrance between 3:45 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. The work will be labeled with your child's name. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
Excuses
Please be sure to list your child’s first and last name on any notes sent to school. You can also submit an excuse electronically. Click here to access the online form. Please do not email the office.
Permanent Parent Pick-Up
There is a wait list for this due to limited number of vehicle spaces available. If you would like to be on the wait list for this, please contact Robin Bender at 695-4961 or email her at robin.bender@hasdtigers.com.
Gym Walk-Up Dismissal
If you would like to pick your child up from school every day but are not on the Permanent Parent Pick-Up list due to limited availability, please complete the Gym Walk-Up Dismissal form below. Please do not park in the YMCA parking lot.
Submit an Excuse Online
Frankstown Elementary School
Fax: 814-696-4833
Email: william.madden@hasdtigers.com
Website: https://www.hasdtigers.com/fks/home
Location: 2463 Reservoir Road, Hollidaysburg, PA, USA