November 9, 2020
Important Information From FHS Administrators
Good afternoon parents, caregivers, and students,
As a reminder, live synchronous at home learning through virtual instruction will start for our in-person students and staff tomorrow, Tuesday, November 10th. Teachers will communicate with students how live synchronous learning will take place so please have students regularly check Google Classroom (or Buzz) and Gmail. While our in-person students are at home learning through virtual instruction, these are some aspects that will take place:
Replication of the full school day schedule
Attendance will be required and taken each block. During the duration of a block, students will be expected to be in attendance, live, through a block as asked and expected by their teachers.
All student absences should continue to be reported with our absence form. If your child is unable to attend school and learn while at home, you must use the form. If your student was excluded from in-person learning and is not sick, they will be expected to attend and engage in their at home learning through virtual instruction.
If your student is not present they will be marked absent.
Live synchronous teaching sessions in all subject areas from your child’s teacher(s)
Assessment of learning in all subject areas in your child’s day
Daily learning tasks aligned to grade-level appropriate curriculum
Consistent communication from teacher to students and families
Social-Emotional support for all students
All of us play a role in creating the conditions needed to return. Please help us by adhering to successful mitigation efforts that help slow the spread of COVID-19. Please wear a mask, practice physical distancing of at least 6 feet, avoid large gatherings, wash your hands frequently, stay home when you have been in close contact with someone who is sick, stay home when feeling sick, stay home when quarantined, and communicate with us when your student is sick.
While we cannot control our circumstances, we must control our choices and actions.
Take care and be well,
FHS Administration
Chromebooks Fees
If your student did not turn in any part of their old chromebook such as the power cable or case? Any missing items or any damage to the old chromebook (such as broken screen, keys missing, etc.) will result in a charge being applied to their student fee account. Any questions about your students Chromebook can be directed to the HS Tech Depot at hs.techdepot@franklin.k12.wi.us.
November - changes
Thursday & Friday, November 26th & 27th - no classes - Happy Thanksgiving
Monday, November 30th - Staff Professional Development, no classes
Check out the FHS Fall Play - Tinker Bell
FHS Play - Tinker Bell - a Success
Why Small Conversations Make a Big Impression
Short, frequent discussions can have a real impact on your teen's
decisions about alcohol.
Talking to your teen at an early age about drinking is the first step toward keeping
them alcohol-free. But as they enter junior high and high school, the pressure to try
alcohol increases. It's important to continue the conversation throughout adolescence.
Talking often builds an open, trusting relationship with your teen.
Teens are more likely to avoid drinking when they have a strong, trusting relationship
with their parents. Get into the habit of chatting with your child every day. It will make
it easier to have serious conversations about things like alcohol, and will make your
child more comfortable coming to you for advice.
Lots of little talks are more effective than one "big talk."
Sitting down for the "big talk" about alcohol can be intimidating for both you and your
teen. Try using everyday opportunities to talk— in the car, during dinner, or while you
and your teen are watching TV. Having lots of little talks takes the pressure off trying to
get all of the information out in one lengthy discussion, and your teen will be less likely
to tune you out.
When you do talk about alcohol, make your views and rules clear.
Take the time to discuss your beliefs and opinions about alcohol with your teen. Be
honest and express a clear, consistent message that underage drinking is unacceptable.
When they feel that you're being real and honest with them, they'll be more likely to
respect your rules about underage drinking.
Remember that the conversation goes both ways.
Although talking to your teen about your thoughts about alcohol is essential, it's also
important to hear their point of view. Give your teen the opportunity to ask you
questions, and listen to what they have to say. Teens who have parents who listen to
their feelings and concerns are more likely to say "no" to alcohol. 5
What you do is just as important as what you say.
In addition to talking often with your teen about alcohol, it's important to set a good
example. If you choose to drink, you can positively influence your teen by drinking in
moderation and NEVER driving when you've been drinking. Be aware of where you keep
your alcohol, and always remind your teen that the alcohol in your house is off-limits.
FHS Winter Sports
Is your student interested in joining any of our winter sports listed below? Please make sure to complete your students online athletic registration. If you have already created an account please login to your existing account to begin a new registration.
Girls Basketball, Boys Basketball, Bowling, Hockey, Gymnastics, Boys Swim & Dive, Wrestling
Please note that all winter sports practices and scheduled events are tentative and will likely change frequently. FHS and the SEC Conference may have strict limitations for fan attendance (or no fan attendance) for all sports and activities.
Fees for winter sports will be added to your student account approximately two weeks after the season begins. Coaches will reach out to families who register shortly with next steps and all athletics and activities families will be added to the weekly department newsletter.
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SCHOOL INFORMATION
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Phone: 414-423-4640
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