Franklin Focus
Week of March 2-6, 2020
Franklin Construction Update

Head to the NA website to get the latest updates on construction at FES!
Franklin Construction Update - Part 2

We are tentatively planning on moving into one new wing/section of the expanded building soon. Effective Monday, March 23, we will begin utilizing the new wing that includes the kitchen, cafeteria, and music rooms (general music, band, and orchestra). We are excited for students to see these new additions. In conjunction with that move, we will also be making a minor adjustment to the parent/guardian drop-off/pickup area on the gym side of the building. More information will be provided in the upcoming weeks. 
Welcome Ms. Murray (FES Assistant Principal)

Please join me in welcoming Ms. Tommie Murray (FES Assistant Principal) who will officially join us on Monday, March 2. Welcome to the team, Ms. Murray; you are going to love it here!
Read Across America Week

We have many activities planned next week to help us celebrate “Read Across America Week.” We will read book excerpts on the daily morning announcements, classes will pair up to enjoy Reading Buddies, we will have school-wide Drop Everything And Read (DEAR) time on Friday, and much more. We will also be enjoying the following “spirit days”:

  • Monday, March 2: Green Eggs & Ham (wear GREEN to school)
  • Tuesday, March 3: The Grinch Who Stole Christmas (wear something RED, GREEN, or Christmas-themed)
  • Wednesday, March 4: Horton Hears A Who (be a good listener today)
  • Thursday, March 5: Oh, The Places You’ll Go (wear something from your favorite college/university)
  • Friday, March 6: The Cat In The Hat (wear a hat to school)
Penny War Results

Thanks to the incredible generosity of the FES community, we raised $3,254.46 for the Pennies From Heaven Fund of Children’s Hospital during our 2020 Penny War!

The Pennies from Heaven Fund helps to ease financial hardships for parents/guardians so that they can stay with their children in the hospital. Whether it’s assistance with transportation, food, sibling care, overnight bags, or other expenses, the Pennies from Heaven fund was established to keep families together when they need it most. For more information, please visit penniesfromheavenpittsburgh.org.
Welcome Mrs. Schall to 4C

Please join me in welcoming Mrs. Teri Schall to 4C. Mrs. Schall will be serving as the long-term substitute teacher in 4C from Monday through the end of May while Mrs. Prosdocimo is on maternity leave. Mrs. Schall is a familiar face in our building as she has served in a variety of teaching roles over the past several years. Most recently, she has been serving as our day-to-day building substitute which has allowed her to familiarize herself with our students, staff, curriculum, and programs. Please join me in welcoming Mrs. Schall to our 4th grade team and wishing Mrs. Prosdocimo all the best as she and her husband welcome their second child!
St. Baldrick's Day "Brave the Shave" at FES

We will be conducting our annual St. Baldrick’s Day “Brave the Shave” event at FES on Tuesday, March 31.  More information can be found on the event website or you can contact Mrs. Goodman directly at dgoodman@northallegheny.org.
Counselor's Corner
Important Dates
March 2 - Welcome Ms. Murray, FES Assistant Principal
March 4 - Spring Picture Day 
March 4 - PFA Meeting, 6:30 p.m.
March 12 - Invention Convention
District Updates
NA Pennsylvania Association for Gifted Education Meeting

The next meeting for the NA Pennsylvania Association for Gifted Education (NAPAGE) will be held on Monday, March 2, at 6:30 p.m. at the Baierl Center.
NA Special Education Parent Networking Group

The next meeting for the NA Special Education Parent Networking Group is on Friday, March 13, at 9:30 a.m. at the Baierl Center.
A Taste of North Allegheny

Join us for a night of small bites, drinks, and fun as we support the excellent work of North Allegheny teachers and students! If you would like more information on contributing raffle baskets or becoming a vendor please email Abigayle Tobia, Executive Director.
Dr. Scherrer named Executive Director of Allegheny Intermediate Unit

On Monday, February 24, North Allegheny’s Superintendent Dr. Robert Scherrer was appointed as the next executive director of the Allegheny Intermediate Unit (AIU). He will remain at North Allegheny through the end of the current school year and anticipates transitioning to his new role at the AIU in July 2020. “I am excited about the opportunity to positively impact students across the 42 school districts in Allegheny County, however I am sad to leave such a wonderful school district that I have devoted my heart and soul to over the past seven years,” Dr. Scherrer shared. Please join the North Allegheny community in congratulating Dr. Scherrer on this exciting opportunity!
Resources
Missed a Newsletter?

All building newsletters are archived weekly on the North Allegheny website. This designated webpage will be updated with links to the previous week’s newsletters at the beginning of each school week by 11:30 a.m. A link to the archive is accessible on the District’s homepage and on each building’s homepage.
Community Flyers
The North Allegheny School District often receives requests for the distribution of athletics and approved non-profit community organization digital flyers. All requests for community flyers to be included in this newsletter must be submitted via email only at flyers@northallegheny.org. Flyers will only be posted and removed from the District website on Friday. Visit our website for details on how to submit flyers.
Building Contacts
Main Office - 412-366-9663
Nurse's Office - 412-366-9663
Counseling Office - 412-366-9663