Parent Student Handbook

Franklin Viper Fight Song

Lyrics by Student Council

Franklin Vipers, victory is near

We’re number one and we have no fear

Striking harder, we desire

We’ll never give up, let’s give a cheer “Hey!”

Mighty, Mighty Vipers, striking so fast

Walking side by side, our legend will last

Purple and Black we wear with pride

Now, onward to victory!

V-I-P-E-R-S, V-I-P-E-R-S, V-I-P-E-R-S,

FRANKLIN VIPERS ARE THE BEST!

Dear Franklin Parents/Guardians, Community, and Students,

On behalf of the staff at Franklin Middle School, I am happy to welcome you to the 2024-2025 school year! We are looking forward to a productive partnership with you to ensure that our children can achieve their highest potential.

At Franklin Middle School, our students learn through the Gradient Learning Program. It is an online tool that empowers teachers to customize instruction and meet students’ unique needs. It helps students connect their long term goals to their daily actions. Students move at their own pace to learn skills, apply those skills to real world projects and reflect on their learning.

Students engage in personalized learning time, mentoring, and project time throughout the week in each content area.

We recognize that in order to be successful in school, we need to partner together in supporting our students both here at school and at home. We cannot do that without YOU!!! We know a strong partnership with you will make a great difference in your child’s education. As partners, we share the responsibility for our children’s success and we will do our very best to carry out our responsibilities. We ask that you guide and support your child’s learning by ensuring that he/she:

Attends school daily and arrives on time, ready for the day’s learning experience
Follows the safety precautions, such as, wearing a mask and physical distancing while at school
Completes all homework assignments given by teachers
Shares school experiences with you so that you are aware of his/her school life
Informs you if he/she needs additional support in any area or subject
Knows that you expect him/her to succeed in school

Please consider joining our volunteer program as our students can greatly benefit from your involvement and contributions to the school’s program and its operations. We seek volunteers in the following areas:

Teacher-led instructional support, usually in the classroom
School-wide events
Parent advisory/accountability committees
Student recognition events
Outreach and recruitment of parent and community volunteers

Please review this handbook with your child. If you have any questions about the rules and expectations, please feel free to contact me. It is very important that you and your child are fully informed regarding standards related to appropriate behavior for a safe and productive school year.

The dedicated Franklin staff and I feel privileged to be a part of this school family. We thank you for your support and look forward to a great school year!

Sincerely,

Dr. Suzette Luster Principal