District Newsletter - April 2021

Franklin Public Schools

District Newsletter

April 2021

Return to Full In-Person Learning

Franklin Public Schools moved to a full in-person learning model on April 5th for elementary students and on April 12th for Middle and High School students. A portion of our student population will be learning remotely for the remainder of the 20-21 school year, either in our Virtual Learning Academy or connecting through remote learning platforms. This shift marked another significant change for our students and families, as well as our faculty and staff. We are incredibly proud of the adaptability, creativity, and resilience displayed by all members of the FPS community throughout this challenging year!

ECDC children get back

on the playground!

Third graders enjoy a virtual author visit and learn about writing and illustrating from author Ross Burach!

Books and materials are organized at FHS for remote student pick up.

Switching classes at Horace Mann Middle School

A classroom view at FHS

Middle school movement break

FY22 School District Budget

The School Committee voted to approve their FY22 Budget on April 13th, which meets the projected allocation anticipated from the Town. No additional budget cuts are anticipated for this Spring. The budget will be presented to the Finance Committee for discussion on May 4th. The Town Council will be adopting the FY22 Budget on May 26th and 27th.

To learn more about our Budget Development, please review our FY22 Budget Flyer and visit the Budget page of our website.

FPS FY22 Budget Information

Staffing Positions Available

FPS is currently seeking a variety of support staff positions at all levels. We are in need of the following:

Substitute Teachers
Substitute School Nurses
Van Driver Substitutes
Substitute Crossing Guards
Cafeteria Personnel
Solutions Extended Day Program (On-call substitutes, early morning and late afternoon hours available)
Substitute Secretaries

Please visit our website for additional information and applications

Mental Health Resources & Support

Our students have been through many changes and experienced plenty of challenges over the past year. While we are thrilled to be taking steps towards more full and in-person learning, it is normal for change to trigger feelings of anxiety and stress in students of all ages. We encourage our students and families to reach out to a teacher, counselor, administrator, etc... for support.

Additionally, our district has partnered with William James College Referral Service to provide all members of the Franklin community with free and confidential mental health referrals. This service helps to facilitate connections to work through barriers to access mental health and wellness care for children, families, and adults. This free and confidential service is available to any Franklin resident.

William James College INTERFACE Referral Service

YOU, Inc. Cares Group

C.A.R.E.S. (COVID-19 Academic Resources, Education and Support)

YOU, Inc. is a local support resource for parents and caregivers of school-age children. Their CARES program is a virtual group offering clinical and peer support around the emotional impact of the pandemic on our children and ourselves as caregivers.

Please see the attached flyer for details on upcoming meeting dates and topics. You can register for the sessions via the link below.

CARES Group Registration

News from S.W.A.C.

The Nutrition Subcommittee of the School Wellness Advisory Council is encouraging our families to explore the wonderful world of gardening! You don't need a big yard or any equipment to get started. A container garden can be a fun way to learn about plant growth and care, with the added benefit of producing delicious, healthy fresh food!

Find a helpful video on How to Grow Green Beans as well as recipe ideas here!

Find helpful gardening tips here