Franklin Families and Students,
Good afternoon. The beautiful weather today is a great way to finish our week of learning and growing together at FMS.
We are about to head into a very busy and exciting time at Franklin MS during the next 7 weeks. There will be a lot going on and I am committed to providing all of you with the information and timely communication that you and your student will need for the end of the year to be a success.
In this email, you will find important information about some of the following topics. Detailed information about each of these can be found below.
- Spring SOL Calendar
- National Junior Honor Society Updates
- End of the Year Updates for the After School Program
Finally, we would like to congratulate the 60 FMS students who recently participated in the AMC 8 Math Competition. The AMC 8 is a 25-question, 40-minute, multiple choice examination in middle school mathematics designed to promote the development of problem-solving skills. This contest was given in 1,739 schools and over 70,000 students participated throughout the nation. Locally at our school, the 1st place award went to Weizhi Chen, 2nd place was Songhang Lin, and Marisa Rubano and Claire Liao were in 3rd place. Congratulations to all of the Franklin Falcons who participated!
Best wishes for a wonderful weekend. Thank you for all that you do to support your student.
With Gratitude,
Dustin Wright
Principal
Upcoming Events
April 29 - Music Department Field Trip
May 2 - 6 - Teacher Appreciation Week
May 3 - Religious and Cultural Observance
Coming Soon - A Brand New Pollinator Garden at Franklin MS!
Chantilly Pyramid Art Show
Congratulations to Ms. French’s art students for their exhibition at the Chantilly Pyramid Art Show on April 20. Read more about the Art Show and see more wonderful pictures on our website!
Rising 7th Grade Open House on April 28
Please see the information below for all families with rising 7th grade students (current 6th grade students). We look forward to welcoming you to our Open House on April 28. This event is for students who will be new to Franklin MS and entering 7th grade for SY22-23.
We are looking forward to meeting you at our Rising 7th Grade Open House on Thursday, April 28, 2022 from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Franklin Middle School! Students and families will have the opportunity to do self-guided tours throughout the buildings, learn about our after-school and summer programs, and connect with Franklin staff members. Additionally, the Franklin PTA will be hosting food trucks, including 2 Smooth Dudes and Kona Ice, so families may purchase dinner throughout the evening. Our PTA is excited as well to meet our new families and welcome them into the Franklin MS community!
In an effort to ensure an opportunity for all families and students to experience this event and have questions answered, we are encouraging staggered arrival times. Below is the timeline we are encouraging families to follow, if at all possible.
- 5:00 - 5:30 - Last name A-H
- 5:30 - 6:00 - Last name I - P
- 6:00 - 6:30 - Last name Q - Z
Report Cards
Third quarter report cards were distributed this week. Grade Book and Report Card modules in ParentVUE and StudentVUE are also open to view the report card electronically. Please contact your child’s subject teacher and/or counselor for any questions regarding your child’s academic progress.
National Junior Honor Society Updates
7th Grade Families: Students who have been found eligible to apply for National Junior Honor Society will be contacted during the week of April 25 with information about the application process. In order to apply, students must have achieved a cumulative 3.75 GPA during their 7th grade year. Students will receive a welcome letter detailing the application process and a membership contract through their Falcon Time teacher. Families of eligible students will receive an email to the enrolling parent email address. If you have questions during the application process please contact Molly Bridenbaugh.
8th Grade Members: Information to come in early May regarding the Pinning Ceremony. Students should check the NJHS Schoology Group in May for important updates.
Save the Dates:
May 18, 2022: 7th Grade Induction Ceremony 3:00 PM
May 19, 2022: 8th Grade Pinning Ceremony 3:00 PM
We are excited to be able to welcome family members to attend our ceremonies in person this year.
Spring SOL Testing Calendar
The spring SOL testing calendar can be found below. Details about testing days and possible changes to the bell schedule will be communicated regularly to students ahead of the testing window. It is important that students are in school on-time on these testing days. Please avoid scheduling appointments during this time.
Thursday, May 5 - Science 8 SOL
Wednesday, May 11 - Math 7, Math 7H SOL
Thursday, May 12 - Pre-Algebra, Algebra and Geometry SOL
Tuesday, May 17 - Reading 7 SOL
Wednesday, May 18 - Reading 8 SOL
A few items to note related to testing:
- If a student is absent on their testing day, makeup tests can occur throughout the testing window.
- Local alternative assessments have been approved by the state of Virginia in Grade 7 History, Grade 8 Writing and Grade 8 Civics and Economics. Teachers will be using an alternative assessment in those classes in lieu of an SOL test. Those assessments occur within the classroom setting throughout the second semester.
Parent Permission to Retest Form
The Virginia Board of Education allows elementary and middle school students who fail Standards of Learning (SOL) tests by a narrow margin to retake the test before the end of the school year. Retesting is available when a student fails their first attempt with a score of 375-399 (where 400 is passing).
Parent permission is required for any retests in grades 3-8. If you believe that your student would benefit from a second opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and skills on the SOL test, please complete the Google form below. A decision not to allow retesting will not impact your student’s course grade or academic record.
Please complete this Google Form as soon as possible to provide consent for your child to retest, if needed. If you have any questions regarding testing, please contact Franklin’s school test coordinator, Brandon Clarke.
Franklin MS After School Program
The schedule for April 25 – May 6 can be found here.
Below is a link for an important 5-minute Middle School After School Program survey. The survey is critical for future funding. The more responses we receive, the more valuable and reliable the data. The responses not only allow us to assess the impact of the After School Program but they help drive program improvement and program quality.
All survey responses are due by April 22, 2022. Thank you for your time!
Click Here to Complete the MSAS Parent Survey 2021-22
Late Bus Update - There will be a 4th late bus day added to the schedule. All FCPS Middle School After School Programs were awarded ESSER Grant funding. A portion of this grant will fund an additional late bus day. The 4th day of late buses will start on Tuesday, April 26.
As a general reminder, many of our clubs are “open enrollment” meaning students are welcome to start attending whenever they are ready. For questions regarding the After School Program, please email Mrs. Mollé. The last day for all after school programs and late buses will be on Thursday, May 26.
Attendance Information
Absences or Late Arrivals
Please report absences and late arrivals by calling the Attendance LIne at: (703) 904-5151 or emailing [email protected] by 9:00 AM. You may also use the Online Attendance Form located on the Franklin MS website.
Early Dismissal
To minimize disruptions to the classroom learning environment, please have your student bring a note to the main office detailing the student name, date, time you will pick up your student and the reason for the early dismissal. A pass will be issued to your student to be released from class. Please do not use the attendance line to request early dismissal.
Oakton High School Sports Health Screening and Pre-Participation Physical (PPE)
The Oakton High School Athletic Training Program is offering an opportunity for students to receive a sports health screening and pre-participation physical (PPE) on Tuesday May 17, 2022 from 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM. Our team physicians and certified athletic trainers will be on hand to provide a thorough screening including a postural exam, flexibility evaluation, and information regarding what each of those assessments mean. If, during the screening or physical, the physicians find something that is questionable to them regarding your child’s health, they may request further evaluation by another physician. We are asking for a donation of $50 for the PPE. To pre-register for a PPE, go to: https://forms.gle/dSNCjto7nUtkr4Uk7 and follow the links to Athletic Physicals (PPE). The link is now active. You can also find a link to the new Physical form at that site. Walk-ins are also welcome on that evening but we ask for a $60 donation at that time. You can pay for the PPE through my school bucks at the following link: https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/stores/catalog/getproduct?requestAction=ViewAll&clientKey=ZZI5ZQWBKS04NJ8&productGroupKey=ZZIOEEZJBP0RROF&view=&productKey=ZZ5QPAELMZYWA2U
If your son or daughter is thinking of playing a sport, he/she will need to have a VHSL pre-participation examination (PPE) completed on the official VHSL physical form. This exam must be dated after May 1, 2022 in order for your son/daughter to be eligible to participate on any team, including pre-season conditioning. The physical exam on page 3 must be completed and signed by a physician, a nurse practitioner or a physician’s assistant (MD, NP, PA, or DO). Please contact Oakton High School for more information.
Chantilly High School Mainstage Production
Chantilly HS Drama Department invites you to our performance of the classic Sondheim musical, “Into the Woods”. Come see this amazing cast and crew in what will truly be an epic production!
Click here to order tickets.
Please visit the Chantilly Drama website for more information.
Four Show Dates at Chantilly High School:
April 27-30 at 7:00 PM
Oakton High School Spring Musical
Oakton High School Theatre is excited for their upcoming spring musical, The Addams Family! They’re creepy and they’re kooky, seem ‘cause they’re spooky.
May 5-6 and May 13-14 at 7:00 PM
or May 14 at 2:00 PM.
Tickets are on sale at www.OaktonDrama.org.
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