Franklin Focus
Week of June 1-5, 2020
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Message from Mr. A
Here we are...May 29. Exactly 11 weeks since we were last together in Franklin, and only five days of school remaining in this unique school year. My goodness; where does the time go? I ask you to finish strong over this final week of school and continue “getting after it” over the summer.
A few weeks ago I wrote that hopefully we all establish at least one new habit/routine during this quarantine/remote learning time. I ask you now to reflect on these past 11 weeks: What news habits/routines have you established? How will you continue those habits/routines through the summer?
Please know that the FES staff misses you all immensely, and we cannot wait to see you all again soon. We look forward to seeing everyone on June 10 when we will be redistributing/collecting student items (there is more info on this process below).
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Grade 5 Graduation Parade
Grade 5 families, please save the date:
Friday, June 5. We are planning a drive-through graduation parade ceremony to honor our Grade 5 students. More information will be shared with you in the very near future. We are beyond excited to see our Grade 5 students and families on June 5, so please save the date!
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Redistribution/Collection of Student Items
Wednesday, June 10 at IMS
We are excited to see you soon! We have missed our Franklin Family! As you know, Franklin is under construction, and crews are working to get classrooms ready. For this reason, our school site will not accommodate the redistribution of items due to limited parking and other safety concerns. Instead,
we plan to RECONNECT with our Franklin Families at Ingomar Middle School on Wednesday, June 10. On this day, we will be reconnecting your students with their belongings and we hope to reconnect our libraries and classrooms with books and science textbooks you may have at home. But most importantly, we have planned our pick up times to best reconnect students with their grade level teachers! Please know that we are following strict District social distancing guidelines, but we will be looking forward to seeing students safely through car windows while sharing waves, smiles, and air high-fives!
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Message from Mrs. Sanguigni and Mrs. Carpenter
Hi Families! Due to our current situation, we will not be able to sell and distribute our Summer Bridge Books as we usually do. Please know that the staff here at FES still thinks that some summer review would be of benefit to your students. If you would like to use a Summer Bridge Book to get in some (almost) painless daily practice in all subjects, it can be ordered on Amazon. It is called The Original Summer Bridge Activities.
We know that during this crazy time you and your family have found some activities to do together which focus on brain exercise -- we so much appreciate and applaud your efforts! Have a wonderful summer!
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Back to School Kits
The FES PFA is happy to offer families the opportunity to purchase a kit containing necessary supplies for the 2020-2021 school year. These kits can be delivered directly to your home OR directly to your child’s desk at school. All ordering information can be
found on the PFA website. For more information, contact Lynn Steffanos at
anewlynn@yahoo.com or 724-272-2427.
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Tiger Strong Live Long - Mental and Emotional Well-Being Resources
Since we are unable to see students each day in the school buildings for our usual conversations, information sharing, and check-ins, we have created a “virtual” place where students and their families can visit to gain and utilize resources to support students’ mental and emotional well-being. Students' mental health and happiness are just as important to us as academics during this time of remote learning at home.
This site, “Tiger Strong Live Long”, is a resource guide meant to answer questions, provide information, and give you real-life tips and strategies from familiar voices at school.
Remember:
Reach out to someone if you need help. We’re all in this together.
STAY #TigerStrong
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Counselor's Corner
I would love to hear from you! Please remind your children that I continue to be here for them as a helper and a listener. The form below is one of the ways they can check-in with me! Just like the notes that they can leave on my door at school, students can leave me a note via the link below and I will be sure to get back to them! Parents, I would love to continue to support you during this time of remote learning. I look forward to hearing from you! You can reach me at
ezinsser@northallegheny.org.
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Friday, June 5 - Last day of school for students
Friday, June 5 - Grade 5 Graduation Drive-Through Parade
Wednesday, June 10 - Redistribution/collection of student items
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Help Select the Next Superintendent
The North Allegheny Board of School Directors is pleased to announce that McPherson & Jacobson, LLC, an executive recruitment and development firm, has been contracted to conduct the search for the next Superintendent of Schools for the North Allegheny School District. The position will be advertised regionally.
The Board is seeking input from school personnel, parents, and community members to gain insight into the type of leader the District will need to successfully move forward and prepare all students for success in a changing world.
On Monday, June 1, you will receive a link to a survey. The survey will be available through Friday, June 5, 2020. Please note that the survey is completely confidential and cannot be linked to any individual.
Through this stakeholder survey, the District will develop a candidate profile and an array of interview questions that center on the needs and challenges facing the North Allegheny School District. Information gathered through the survey will be published on the District website in the near future.
The Board of School Directors hopes to have the search process completed by the end of September 2020.
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NASD School Year to End on Friday, June 5 for All Students
The North Allegheny Board of School Directors voted at their Regular Meeting on Wednesday, May 20, to
end the 2019-2020 school year and remote learning for all students on Friday, June 5. This early end date allows the District to use the week of June 8 to provide professional learning opportunities for staff members and coordinate the collection/return of student materials. Details about the collection/return of student materials will be sent in the coming weeks. This plan allows us to efficiently close out the current school year and effectively plan and prepare for the 2020-2021 school year.
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Volunteer Clearances
School volunteers need to update volunteer clearances every five years. This program began five years ago this coming fall, and many volunteers have clearances expiring in the coming months. Please
reference the North Allegheny School District website for further information about the types of clearances needed and how to update those clearances.
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North Allegheny Foundation Community Survey
North Allegheny Foundation is asking for insight on our mission to enrich and enhance the educational experiences at NA. Participants who complete the five-minute survey will be entered in a drawing to direct a $250 grant to the school of their choice. The survey closes on June 8.
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information
Coronavirus (COVID-19) updates are archived on the North Allegheny website. This designated webpage will be updated as new information is provided.
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Remote Learning Guidelines
The District will continue with the remote learning plan for the duration of the closure of our buildings. Details on remote learning for elementary and secondary students can be found on the NA website.
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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.
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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.
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Main Office - 412-366-9663
Nurse's Office - 412-366-9663
Counseling Office - 412-366-9663
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