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Come and see science spectaculars and exploration stations at this fun family event!
Saturday, March 9th from 9 am - 1 pm
at Randall School
Volunteers are needed for Super Science Saturday which is back after a few years break. We are looking for setup, cleanup, and event monitoring volunteers on March 9th at Randall Elementary to help make this event a success. If you are available, please consider signing up for a shift or two on the Super Science Saturday Volunteer Sign-Up Genius. We have one-hour shifts from 8 am - 2 pm.
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Show Appreciation for Teachers and Staff | |
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The teachers and staff members of Franklin and Randall feed our children with learning and love, now let's feed them with snacks!
There are still some opportunities to pop popcorn at Randall or bring snacks for our staff at both Franklin and Randall before the end of the year.
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2024 Glow Ball - Thank You!! | |
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The Franklin-Randall PTO extends a big thank you to our dedicated volunteers for making the 2024 Glow Ball a success! Your support is invaluable, and we couldn't have done it without you.
Thanks to all who attended, we hope you and your family enjoyed the evening. Please take a moment to share your feedback through a brief survey, helping us plan an even better event for next year. Thank you for making our community events truly special!
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We want to highlight the Franklin playground project we’re working on. The playground has recently received improvements like the 4K play area, additional shade, and a storage shed. However, there are larger issues that we’re working with Franklin to address like poor stormwater drainage, the need for more accessible play equipment, and lack of vegetation. The foremost issue is the drainage of the large paved surface. Puddles form and freeze during the fall and spring, making the surface slippery for students during recess.
We have a vision for a comprehensive renovation of the Franklin playground that addresses all these issue so students have an engaging and safe place to play. The PTO has funds set aside to assist Franklin and Randall with projects like this that are not fully covered by the school district’s facilities budget. However, a comprehensive renovation of Franklin’s playground requires substantially more money to fully address.
If you have experience raising money for capital projects and want to help, please get in touch with PTO board member Kemper Smith at kempersmith@mac.com
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Randall Concerts and Talent Show | |
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CONCERTS
3rd Grade Concert - Friday, March 8, 2024 ~1:45 pm in the Randall Gym (family and friends welcome)
4th Grade Concert - Friday, May 3, 2024 ~1:45 pm in the Randall Gym (family and friends welcome)
5th Grade Concert - Wednesday, June 5, 2024 ~1:00pm (family and friends welcome) This will be done in conjunction with the 5th Grade Moving On Ceremony. We hope to do this outside if the weather is nice. Otherwise, it will be in the Randall Gym.
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TALENT SHOW - Tuesday, June 4, 2024
We hope to hold the Randall Talent Show at the NEW West High School Theater. However, that theater is currently under construction. Construction should finish in the coming months. Notification will be sent once the location is confirmed.
PLEASE NOTE - the talent show is for Randall staff and students only. There isn't enough room for more than that. We hope to broadcast the show this year using Zoom or Google Meet. More to come on that.
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Reporting Student Absences | |
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Attendance - New way to report absences via the Parent Portal
There is a new, convenient way for families to request an absence through their Campus Parent Portal.
If you have multiple children who will be absent, including students at different schools within the MMSD, this feature will allow you to select and request absences for multiple students at one time.
Entering an absence request is quick and easy, and can be done using your desktop computer or the Parent Portal app on your mobile device. Follow these simple steps:
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Log in to your Infinite Campus Parent Portal account.
- Select More from the Navigation area.
- Select Absence Requests.
- Fill in the required information, including the date and reason for the absence.
- Submit your request.
For a quick look at what steps to take, check out our quick guide graphic. For more detailed instructions, visit this Absence Request Guide.
Our staff will be notified of the absence. While you may continue to request absences by calling your school’s attendance line, requesting absences via the Parent Portal is an easy way to process the request from your phone, computer, or tablet.
Please note that even though an absence can be requested via the portal, it does not mean that the absence is excused until it has been reviewed by school staff. If you have any questions, please reach out to the office.
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There is a Lost and Found rack located in the hallway closest to the office.
Please have your child check for lost items there. Be sure to label lunch boxes, sweaters, jackets, etc. to help us get those items back to their owner.
Unclaimed items left at the end of the day on March 22 will be donated to charity.
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Important Dates to Remember | | |
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The 2024 - 2025 School Year Calendar has been released!
You can still access the 2023-2024 School Year Calendar here.
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Friday, March 8 - 1:45 pm - 3rd Grade Concert, Randall Gym
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Saturday, March 9 from 9 am - 1 pm - Super Science Saturday, Randall School
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Monday - Friday, March 25 - 29 - no school (Spring Break)
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Monday, April 8 - Midday release at 10:35 am
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Thursday, April 11 - Evening conferences
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Friday, April 12 - No school for students - Conference Day
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Monday, April 15 - No school for students - Teacher PD day
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Friday, May 3 - 1:45 pm - 4th Grade Concert, Randall Gym
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Thursday, May 9 - 12:30 - 2 pm, Franklin Concert, Franklin Gym
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Friday, May 24 - No school for students - Teacher PD day
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Monday, May 27 - No school - Memorial Day
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Tuesday, June 4 - Randall Talent Show
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Wednesday, June 5 - 1:00 pm - 5th Grade Music Concert and Movin’ On Ceremony at Randall
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Thursday, June 6 - Last day of school
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Goals of the Franklin-Randall Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) include helping children, parents, teachers and schools build a strong and positive school community. | | | | |
