Franklin-Randall PTO Newsletter

December 18, 2023

PTO Fall Fundraiser

To donate to the Franklin-Randall PTO Fall Fundraiser scan the QR code above or click here or click anywhere on the flyer above.

Please enjoy this video with some special messages from some amazing staff members.

Franklin Randall PTO Fall Fundraiser Video

Inclement Weather Information

When the weather is severe, MMSD wants you to know how we will make decisions about closing any in-person programming in MMSD buildings. The safety of our students and staff is our top priority, and we always follow a set of guidelines to make decisions about whether school will be open or closed. Visit the following link for more information - Weather Information.

Save the Date - GLOW BALL DANCE 2024

Save the date, and start practicing your dance moves! The Glow Ball Dance will take place on Saturday, February 24th, 5:30– 7:30 p.m. in the Franklin Elementary Gymnasium. Enjoy fun dance music in the light of glow bracelets!

Save the Date - SUPER SCIENCE SATURDAY

What: Save the Date for the return of SUPER SCIENCE SATURDAY!

When: Saturday, March 9, 9am-1pm

Where: Randall School

What: Come and see science spectaculars and exploration stations at this fun family event!

Want to share your own excitement for science by offering your own exploration station? Or want to volunteer to help?

Please contact Samip Kothari at samipkothari@gmail.com or Colleen Moss at colleen.k.moss@gmail.com

Parents and students perform experiments at Super Science Saturday.

First Student - Riding the Bus

First Student Bus Company in consultation with the MMSD Transportation Department

has let us know that no unauthorized students will be allowed to ride the bus due to capacity issues.

Until further notice, if your child is not officially assigned to a bus route they will not be allowed to ride.

If you have questions, please contact the Franklin or Randall office.

In Search of Donations

A note from Franklin's social worker:

Looking for clean, in good-shape clothing and a few household items!

- gym shoes size 1 and 2 (female)

- Clothing: 7/8 (female) and 14/16 (male)

- Pots & pans

- Bath towels

- Twin cover & flat sheets (no stains)

- Unopened personal care items: shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, lotion (hotel size is also great!)

Email Caitlin Fahey, School Social Worker at cmfahey@madison.k12.wi.us or drop off items at the Franklin main office!

Madison West Girls 3 V 3 Basketball League

Important Dates to Remember

See the 2023-2024 School Year Calendar!

December 20 - No School - Staff Only
December 21- January 2 - No School - Winter Break
Saturday, February 24th, 5:30– 7:30 p.m - GLOW BALL, Franklin Gymnasium
Saturday, March 9, 9am-1pm - Super Science Saturday, Randall School

Goals of the Franklin-Randall Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) include helping children, parents, teachers and schools build a strong and positive school community.

PTO Website

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Header Illustration by Emily Balsley