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February 2008
A Letter From the Principal, Mrs. Holmquist-Burks
We were thrilled to see 75-100 people attend our January Family Night sing-a-long, book walk, and PTA (Parent, Teachers Association) talk.
February is a busy month for us at Franklin. Along with our regular schedules and programs, we hosted National African American Family Involvement Day on Monday, Feb. 11. This was a day when ALL parents and guardians were invited to spend time with us during our school day, visiting classes, enjoying a free lunch, and recess with their student. Over 12 families chose to spend all or part of the day with their students, here at Franklin. We appreciate your involvement.
Our  | | February is Black History month. Click on the picture for more information about accomplishments and achievements of African Americans. |
February parent meeting will be held on Monday, Feb. 25 from 6:00-7:00. This evening will also be our Open House for prospective families who are interested in having their students attend Franklin in the Fall of 2008. All families are welcome to participate in our sing-a-long and book walk (where books will be given away). A free snack will be provided to all.
Spring Conferences are coming up in March. Please return your conference date registration forms by Monday, Feb. 25. Parents are strongly encouraged to come to school twice each year to discuss their child/children's program and go over the report card.
Conference dates are as follows:
Thursday, March 13 (4:00 - 7:30)
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(4:00 - 7:30)
Thursday, March 20 (9:00 - 3:00)
During the winter months there are days when the weather may cause the school district to cancel classes or delay school starting times; listen to the radio or television for news about weather related school delays or closings. The Superintendent of Saint Paul Public Schools makes the decision on school closings as a result of inclement weather. This decision is usually made by 5:30 a.m. of the day in question.
Please continue to drop off and pick up all students at the north parking lot and entrance of our school. Remember, do not send your child to school before 8:35 a.m., as students are not allowed in the building before this time. Thank you for  | | CLICK HERE! Follow the purple eighth notes and take a musical journey around our school. |
your cooperation in all these areas. Site Council Needs You!
Franklin Music Magnet needs YOU to be a part of our Site Council Advisory Team. Our next meeting will be held on Monday, March 10th, from 6-7:30, in the Library. Your input is needed to run a successful program at Franklin. Child care and interpreters will be provided.
If you have any further questions, please feel free to call me at school at 293-8620. We have an excellent staff of professionals here to help you and your student(s) on their educational journey.
We are Grateful to our Book Buddies!
Franklin's Book Buddy program started up again at the of October. Chris Anning, the school coordinator recruits "Book  | | Black History Month Feature Stories 28 public service announcements for radio. Each 60-second sound clip tells the story of one African American who made significant contributions in architecture, art, automobile manufacturing, dance, chemistry, drafting, engineering, fashion design, law, medicine, military service, ophthalmology, physics, poetry, teaching, or another field or profession. (U.S. Census Bureau) |
Buddy" volunteers from area workplaces, who come to Franklin over their lunch hour once a week. Book Buddies partner one-on-one with students. Students in grades 1-4 have lunch with their buddies in the cafeteria and then read together in the library or classroom. Students in grades Kindergarten, 5 and 6 read with their buddies during class time. The goal of the program is to encourage a love of reading.
Employees of nearby businesses have been involved in Franklin Music Magnet's Read Aloud Program since 1996, with many volunteers returning year after year, and continuing with the same student whenever possible. We are still looking for more volunteers, so if you know of a a business that may be interested, please contact Chris Anning at 293-8620.
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There is no parking after 2:00 p.m. in the bus turnaround on the south side of the school. Thank you for you cooperation.
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