Franklin Focus
Week of September 16-20, 2019
For Grade 5 Families Only: Camp KOK Update

FES 5th graders will be traveling to Camp Kon-O-Kwee on Wednesday, September 18 and returning Friday, September 20. We wanted to provide you with a few reminders and updates regarding our trip. Changes were made as a result of the construction that is taking place at Franklin Elementary School.

Wednesday, September 18
  • Bring your child to the front entrance of Ingomar Middle School between 8:35-8:50 a.m. Parking is available in the lower lot.
  • Students will place their luggage at the main entrance. The ribbons attached signify their cabin placement. The pink ribbons belong to girls, and the blue ribbons belong to boys. Please tie the ribbons onto their luggage.
  • Students should then go directly to the auditorium.
  • Franklin staff members will be on-site to assist.

Friday, September 20
  • We plan to arrive back at Ingomar Middle School at 11:15 a.m. 
  • Your child will be dismissed at that time. Parents/guardians should park in the lower parking lot.
  • If you have arranged for someone else to take your child home, send a note reflecting this arrangement to school prior to departure.
Curriculum Night Presentation

Thank you to everyone who attended Curriculum Night(s) that were held over the past few weeks!
Counselor's Corner

Thank you for supporting Chalk the Walk which kicked off the 2019-2020 Paw Program on Monday, September 9! FES students had a wonderful time working together to decorate the walkways of our school with positive pictures and messages that represent our monthly themes. The theme word for the month of September is Respect!    
Important Dates
September 18-20 – Camp Kon-O-Kwee (Grade 5 only)
September 24 – School Picture Day
September 25 – Franklin Mart (during lunch/recess)
October 4 – FES PFA Meeting, 9:15 a.m. 
October 14 – No School (Act 80 Day)
October 15-18 – FES Book Fair Week
October 17, 18 – Donuts with Dad, 8:00 a.m.
District Updates
Elementary Night Football Game

The NA Athletic Department will host the 2019 Elementary Night at the Football Game on Friday, September 20, 2019, as the Tigers host Mt. Lebanon at 7:30 p.m. at Newman Stadium. Visit the NA website for additional information on tickets, t-shirts, and plans for the evening.
Traveling Art Gallery Volunteer Meeting

The Traveling Art Gallery (TAG) is an art appreciation and visual literacy program where volunteers present prints by famous artists to students in grades K-5. Interested in learning more?
Superintendent's Coffee
Monday, September 23

Join North Allegheny Superintendent Dr. Robert Scherrer for the first Superintendent's Coffee event of the 2019-2020 school year! Whether you are a parent/guardian or simply an interested community member, this is a great opportunity to learn more about NASD, provide feedback, and ask questions. The first session will be held at Peebles Elementary on Monday, September 23 at 9:30 a.m.
NA Foundation Trick-or-Trot
5K Race and 1-Mile Fun Run
Saturday, October 26, 2019
Marshall School Campus

Join us for a fun morning for the whole family! You can walk, run or stroll! There will be a costume contest for kids under 12, a special spooky appearance by the costumed NA Marching Band, along with prizes and treats! Registration includes a high-performance race shirt and a finishing medal.
 
Use Code HPE for 10% off your race registration by October 14!
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