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FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL
PARENT NEWSLETTER - October - November 2015
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New GSA Club
Welcome from PTSA
Fall Fundraiser
Information
Picture Re-Take
Information
Fall Conference
Information
Cell Phone Information
Box Tops for Education
Breakfast & Lunch
Reminders
Scoopie Night
Information
Athletic Information
Rec Night Information
Peer Mediation—Leadership in Action
Franklin Middle School is proud to report that our school-wide Peer Mediation
program is going strong. Ten students entering 7th & 8th grade are being trained
in communication, conflict resolution and leadership skills to become certified
Peer Mediators. They will join seven experienced mediators from last year to help
students resolve interpersonal conflicts peacefully. Our Peer Mediator Coaches,
Julie Konstanz, Katie Clarquist, and Brendee Wilker are proud of our students
and grateful for all of your continued support.
Our 2015-2016 Peer Mediators are:
Lucas Bollig
Juan Esquival
Dylan Kuhl
Abby Schroder
Ryan Zimmerman
Rylen Chan
Claudia Fieiras
Jesus Leon-Hernandez
Aurora Strommen
Jazmine Dewey
Megan Garvoille
Emma Perry
Cooper Waite
Amanda Eaton
Morgan Haferterepe
Gracie Schoen
Laiken Wixom
Milk Moola
Drop Off & Pick Up
Safety
PBIS Rules
Discipline Information
Scholastic Book Fair
Information
To support efforts to develop student leadership, problem-solving, and conflict
resolution skills, through PBIS and Peer Mediation, special guest, Mr. Michael
McGowan will talk with sixth graders and conduct training with this year's FMS
Peer Mediators on Wednesday, October 7, 2015.
CLC Information
Morning
Announcements
No Child Left Behind
Weather Information
Child Find Notice
Kindergarten
Enrollment
Request for School
Transfer
Information for families
moving to a new
address
New Franklin Middle
School Staff
Vision Screening
Free Dental Services
Arise Virtual Academy
Calendar Dates
We are excited about a new opportunity offered at all Janesville middle schools.
This year each middle school will join the high school's efforts to make schools
safer, more welcoming and more just for all students by starting a GSA (Gay
Straight Alliance). Continuing with our focus on RESPECT, informational meetings are scheduled this month for students to learn about how they can participate
if interested.
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“I firmly believe that respect is a lot more important,
and a lot greater, than popularity.”
- Julius Erving
For the month of October, Franklin Middle School will focus on Respect during Advisory and Character Education lessons. Activities will engage students in identifying ways in which to show respect to all and how to respond when dealing with behaviors that are not respectful. With October being National Bullying Prevention Month, we will also be participating in several
nationwide awareness events.
Unity Day on October 21st encourages individuals to recognize the importance of kindness, acceptance and inclusion by wearing orange.
Franklin Middle School will also be participating in Mix-It-Up-at-Lunch Day on Tuesday, October
27th. Students are encouraged to identify, question and cross social boundaries particularly in the lunchroom
where the divisions are most obvious.
New Club for 2015-2016: Middle School
Gay/Straight Alliance (GSA)
Franklin Middle School is committed to creating a safe environment for all students. We have worked hard to ensure your
child feels comfortable and ready to learn when they are at school, and to provide support and strategies in the event that an incident
of bullying or harassment should occur. It is our goal to continue to help students be proactive about their educational experience
and to tackle important issues such as bullying and harassment head-on. We want every one of our young people to have productive
and happy middle school years.
As you may be aware from incidents that have hit the news on both national and local levels, bullying can have a devastating effect on a child. Bullying occurs in many different ways, both physical and verbal. Studies have found that especially at the
middle school level, a great deal of the most hurtful bullying that occurs is with respect to sexual orientation. We are determined to
address this issue at Franklin. For this reason we have decided to provide a GSA club at our school. We join many other middle
schools in Wisconsin in providing this opportunity for students to become allies in ending bullying, harassment, and name calling
related to sexual orientation, race, disability, and other issues.
The data underscore the importance of stepping forward on behalf of safe schools for all our students, especially with respect to bullying and sexual orientation. For example:
Nearly three-fourths of surveyed Wisconsin youth report hearing “that’s so gay” frequently or often.
75% of surveyed Wisconsin youth say that it significantly bothers or distresses them when they hear “gay” used in a derogatory way.
25% of surveyed Wisconsin Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and/or Transgender (LGBT) youth have been physically harassed because of
their sexual orientation, 21% because of their gender expression (how they look).
Four out of five students who are harassed on account of perceived sexual orientation are heterosexual.
More data and information regarding bullying and LGBT youth is available at www.glsen.org. In addition, information about what a GSA looks like at the
middle school level is available by contacting Ms. Konstanz or Mrs. Clarquist.
This club will be introduced to students in the same way we introduce students to any new school club. Our planning meetings will occur in September with our first club meetings being held in late October or early November. You may want to discuss
with your child how she or he feels about having and being involved in a GSA at our school; I’d welcome talking with you about
this conversation if you would like to do so.
We understand the GSA is not for every child nor is it intended for every child. However, we also know from their own
stories that there are students at Franklin who need a place to go and talk, and that there also are other students who want to make
Franklin a more inclusive and safe environment and believe they can help achieve this goal by joining a GSA. We also believe that
students’ families should be involved and informed about what is going on at their child’s school and invite your support, questions
and/or concerns at any time.
Thank you for helping us ensure the safety and the educational opportunities for your child – and every child at Franklin
Middle School.
Dr. Charles Urness
Franklin Middle School Principal
[email protected]
Franklin Newsletter
Welcome from PTSA
Welcome to the 2015-16 school year from Franklin's
PTSA (Parent-Teacher-Student Association). We are here to
provide support and activities to enrich the educational experience of ALL Franklin students.
We appreciate your support, whether it be in the form of
volunteer hours, baking at home, or simply joining PTSA and
supporting our budget with your dues. YOU can decide how
involved you would like to be. We understand "busy" and
know that you will help us in whatever way you can.
If you provided an email address on your membership
form, we will add you to a Franklin PTSA email list. We will
use this as the primary method of communication regarding
PTSA information. If you did not provide an email but would
still like to, please contact any of the officers with your information and we will add you to the list. If you did not provide
an email address but did provide a phone number, we will use
that as our method of communication if you signed up to help
out during the year. We do have a link on the Franklin homepage, so that is another way to keep up with current PTSA
events. Please like Franklin PTSA on Facebook to be kept informed. You can also follow us on Twitter @Franklin_PTSA.
There are so many ways to stay in touch!
We meet on the 2nd Monday of each month except December (no meeting) at 4:00 pm in Room 105. We encourage
all PTSA members to attend meetings if they can, but it is not
a requirement of being a member. We also encourage any
Franklin Middle Students to attend our meetings and invite
them to contribute their thoughts and ideas. We are excited to
see and work with some of our Student Council representatives
this upcoming year! If we are going to be a PT"S"A, we really
want to include the "S." What a great opportunity for students
to learn responsibility and leadership skills!
You can join PTSA at any time during the school year, but
we hope you will consider joining now and supporting our
efforts. Membership forms are available in the main office.
Dues are $10.00 and will help support teachers' needs throughout the year to further our children's education!
Feel free to contact any of us at anytime! We look forward
to working with you and serving your children. Here's to a
great year with our wonderful Franklin staff, students, and
families!
Please contact us with any questions you may have!
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Fall Fundraiser Distribution
November 3, 2015; 2:45-3:45 p.m.
We will again be using our Drive Thru Pick Up
Lane for this year’s fundraiser. Parents will be able to
drive thru the parking lot, hit your trunk release and the
order will be placed inside your vehicle. You do not
even need to get out of your car. Distribution day will
be Tuesday, November 3rd from 2:45-3:45 p.m.
Any questions or concerns about this fundraiser may be
addressed to the main office at 743-6005. Thank you,
for your support of Franklin Middle school!
Absence and Attendance Issues
Please remember, if you are calling about a student absence,
medical appointment, medication, dropping off lunch money
or requesting homework, please call the attendance office.
You can reach Mrs. Ryder at (608-743-6031) or Mrs. Leckey
(608-743-6032) if you have questions.
Picture Retake
Day is Coming!
If your son or daughter missed getting his/her picture taken during Registration Day or on September 8th, he/
she can have their picture taken on Thursday, October
13, 2015. If you are not satisfied with the portraits you
already received for your student, your student can return their portraits on retake day and they will be rephotographed free of charge. Information that details
the different packages for students is available on our
website;
www.janesville.k12.wi.us/fra
Fall Parent-Teacher Conferences
No School for Students Wednesday, October 28, 2015.
Conferences 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Wed. October 28
No School for Students Thursday, October 29, 2015.
Conferences 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Thurs. October 29
Julie Edwardson - President email: [email protected]
Renae Henry - Vice President/Spiritwear
Jennifer Valley - Secretary
Kathy Murray - Treasurer
No School Friday, October 30, 2015
Franklin Middle School PTSA will be taking orders for
Spirit Wear this fall. Please ask for an order form during
your conference.
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FMS BYOD Initiative Update
(Bring Your Own Device)
Franklin Middle School is committed to creating a 21st century learning environment to provide equitable access to technology that will aid our students in becoming self-directed learners, collaborative team players,
and information producers as well as information consumers.
A few reminders…
The student is responsible for keeping his or her device in their possession or properly securing it, at all times.
Franklin personnel are not responsible for the security or condition of student’s personal devices.
Electronic devices are to be powered off or silenced during class time unless the teacher gives specific approval for use. The student must comply with the teacher’s request to refrain from using a device or to power
down (turn off) the device. Failure to comply could lead to disciplinary action and/or temporary confiscation
of the device.
The student may not use any device to record, transmit or post photos/videos for personal use. Images, video,
and audio files recorded at school may not be created/transmitted or posted at any time, without the expressed
permission of a Franklin Middle School staff member.
All users are required to utilize the District’s secured wireless network to access the Internet.
A student must have a BYOD parent/guardian approval (signature) page on file to use a personal device at
Franklin Middle School. Please call the Assistant Principal's office at 608-743-6007 for details.
Remember
No Cell…Bell to Bell
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Box Tops For Education
Franklin Middle School receives $.10 for every box
top from General Mills. Our goal is to collect 20,000, which will be $2,000. The
money that is raised will help fund student activities. Students may turn these in to
their advisory teacher or to the main office at Franklin. If you have questions about
Box Tops for Education, please contact Mr. Adler at 743-6120.
Breakfast Reminder
Students can enter the cafeteria at 7:30 a.m. Monday - Friday through the main
doors to pick up a bag breakfast, using their cafeteria accounts. Breakfast is free for
all Franklin students.
Students must exit the cafeteria by 7:55 a.m.
Students can eat breakfast during morning advisory. Students may not bring in
outside food items.
Lunch Reminder
From: Ms. Paulos, Kitchen Manager
Please remember there are no cash purchases; all money must
be deposited into lunch accounts by 10:00 a.m. Lunch money must be placed in the green box in
the main hall outside of the attendance office. Students may bring money in an envelope from
home, which should include the student’s full name, amount enclosed, and ID number, or use
envelopes provided.
Helpful Hint: If your student brings money in an envelope from home, they do not have to
wait in line to put it in the blue box.
SAVE THE DATES
SCOOPIE NIGHTS
CULVER’S ON W. COURT ST.
4:00-8:00 p.m.
October 21, 2015
December 9, 2015
February 3, 2016
April 20, 2016
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Franklin Athletics
Season 1
Rec. Night
Information
(August 26 - October 9, 2015)
Football (8th Grade)
Girls’ Softball (8th Grade)
Co-Ed Golf (6th - 8th Grade)
Although held at Franklin, Rec. Nights are events
sponsored and operated by Janesville’s Leisure Services. Leisure Services rents the building from the
school district. They are in charge of supervision and
policies related to Rec. Nights. They always have several paid Leisure Service staff members at Rec. Night,
and parent volunteers are always encouraged to help
out. Please contact Leisure Services if you would be
able to help out with any future Rec. Nights. The Leisure Service Staff always strives to contract one offduty Janesville Police Officer to be on duty; however,
this is not always possible.
If you send a check to cover the entry fee, please
make out the check to “Janesville Leisure Services.”
We do know that many of the problems that have
occurred over the years related to Rec. Night actually
happen when the event has ended, and students are
waiting outside for rides. Rec. Night ends at 9:30
p.m., so please pick up your student at that time.
If you have any Rec. Night questions or concerns, please feel free to contact:
Leisure Services at 608-755-3030
Season 2
(October 12 - November 24, 2015)
Boys’ Swim (6 - 8th Grade)
Girls’ Volleyball (8th Grade)
Season 3
(November 30 - January 21, 2016)
Girls’ Swim (6th - 8th Grade)
Boys Basketball (8th Grade)
Season 4
(January 25 - April 8, 2016)
Girls’ Basketball (8th Grade)
Wrestling (6th-8th Grade)
2015-2016 Rec Night Dates
September 25, 2015
October 9, 2015
November 20, 2015
January 8, 2016
February 5, 2016
March 4, 2016
April 15, 2016
May 13, 2016
Season 5
(April 11 - May 20, 2016)
Girls’ Soccer (8th Grade)
Boys’ Soccer (8thGrade)
Co-Ed Track (6th - 8th Grade)
If you have any questions, please contact:
Franklin Middle School Athletic Director:
Mr. Pajerski at 743-6021
Save those milk caps!!
Milk Moola
Save those milk caps!!
from : Mrs. Jordan
Franklin is registered with Kwik Trip’s Milk Moola program. Kwik Trip gives the school a nickel for each cap or
UPC symbol that we collect. Milk caps can be turned in to advisors, Mrs. Jordan or the 7A team center. Students turning
in 200 milk caps can earn a Rec Night or Dance ticket. Thanks for your participation!
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DROP OFF AND PICK UP SAFETY
from: Office Foster and Mr. Berg
The traffic in the front circle is one way the entire
day. During morning drop off, parents can pull up in the
lane closest to the school building. HOWEVER, the further (left) lane should be for moving traffic, so no one
can stop to wait or park there. Also, during these times,
parents are not allowed to drive through or park in the
side parking lot. In addition, please do not park in the
business parking lot across from the school on Mineral
Point Ave. This is a private lot for customers only. After
school, the front circle is closed from 2:30-3:30 p.m., for
bus pick-up. Make sure your family follows these critical
safety rules!! For a detailed map, please see the Parent/
Student Handbook Addendum or look on the Franklin
web page.
DISCIPLINE
Students are expected to abide by all established codes of conduct and board policies, as
outlined by the student handbook and as stated in
rules established by building principals for each
school.
All students must help to establish and maintain a safe and educationally conducive environment. When it becomes necessary to investigate
student misconduct, students have a duty to cooperate and answer questions truthfully and completely. Students who are dishonest, uncooperative, and/or are evasive will be subject to disciplinary action up to and/or including a recommendation for expulsion.
Franklin Middle School
PBIS School Rules
Franklin Middle School is a working and learning community for both students and staff. We expect everyone in the
building to know and follow these three basic rules:
BE SAFE. We will promote safety at all times and we will
prohibit individuals from engaging in unsafe actions. The
school expects students to listen to staff members and follow directions the first time they are given.
BE RESPECTFUL. We will promote respect at all times
and we will prohibit unkind words and actions. Unkind
words and actions include inappropriate language (foul,
abusive, harassing, insulting, vulgar, etc.) and physical aggression (hitting, pushing, shoving, kicking, slapping, etc.).
BE RESPONSIBLE. We will promote responsibility at all
times and we will prohibit irresponsible actions. The school
expects individuals to take care of their own property and to
show consideration for the belongings of others.
These three rules reinforce the school’s main expectation:
Teachers have the right to teach and students have the right
to learn in a safe, respectful, and responsible environment.
Students who are unwilling to follow our school rules will
receive logical and appropriate consequences in accordance
with school district policies, and local and state laws. Students can expect to see and hear the school rules reinforced
at all times in every area of the school. Teachers may also
have additional expectations for student behavior. Teachers
will explain their classroom expectations and the consequences for positive and negative behavior.
SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR!
Franklin Middle School will be holding our annual Fall Scholastic Book Fair during the
October 28th & 29th Parent/Teacher Conferences. The book fair will be held in the LMC, please
stop by before, during, or after your conference to buy great books and other items.
to all parents and staff members who volunteered their time to assist with
Registration Day on August 20, 2015!
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21st Century
Community Learning Center
Franklin Middle School’s after-school program, CLC is a curriculum-based program designed to enhance student achievement
through project-based lessons. In the CLC Program, students will
receive daily assistance on homework, work to develop stronger
reading and math skills and complete weekly projects. The CLC
Program activities are community based which takes the learning
out of the traditional classroom and applies it to ‘real-life’ situations.
CLC meets from 3:23 - 5:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday.
If you would like to sign-up your student for CLC, there are forms
available in the office. There is NO COST for this program but
your child is expected to be at CLC everyday.
If you should have any questions about our CLC program,
please contact Mrs. MacFarland-Johnson at 608-247-3500.
NO CHILD LEFT BEHIND
October 2015
Dear Parent/Guardian:
Under the “No Child Left Behind Act of 2001” federal law schools
receiving federal Title I funds are required to notify parents of their
right to ask for and receive information on the qualifications of
their child’s teacher(s). Specifically, you have the right to request
the following:
Whether your child’s teacher has met state qualification and
licensing criteria for the grade levels and subject areas in
which he or she teaches.
Whether your child’s teacher is teaching under emergency or
other provisional status through which state qualification or
licensing criteria have been waived.
The baccalaureate degree major of your child’s teacher and
any other graduate certification or degree held by the teacher.
Whether your child is provided services by instructional aides
and, if so, their qualifications.
All teachers in the School District of Janesville have a bachelor’s
degree and a large percentage have advanced degrees. In addition,
all instructional aides meet current school district qualification.
You can check on the state certification of your child’s teacher by
accessing the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction website
(user name “view” password “1234567”) at http://
www.dpi.state.wi.us/dpi/slsis/tel/lisearch.html or by contacting us
at 743-6005.
Sincerely,
Dr. Charles Urness
Principal
For more information on teacher qualifications or the reporting requirement for teachers
and instructional aides under the No Child Left Behind legislation, contact:
The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
Teacher Education, Professional Development and Licensing (608) 266-0986
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Morning Announcements
Available to Parents
Parents are able to view our daily announcements
online. You can view these announcements from the
Franklin Home Page. Under Franklin Quick Links, click
on Daily Announcements, then click on the date in the small
calendar. These will be updated by 10:00 a.m. daily.
WEATHER - INCLEMENT WEATHER/SCHOOL
CLOSING INFORMATION
Decisions about whether to cancel school are made in coordination with
both the Janesville Transit System and the Van Galder Bus Company as well
as the passage of city streets, safety of rural students and information from
the county highway department and city street department. The final decision to delay or close rests with the Superintendent. If school is not cancelled and families do not feel it is safe for their child to come to school, then
they should keep their children home. Families should remember to call in
the absence to the school.
The Superintendent will continue to have the option of delaying the start
of school by an hour. If this occurs, the School District will continue to have
special education, early childhood, and kindergarten classes. Elementary
School class will begin at 9:20 a.m. and middle and high school classes will
begin at 9:00 a.m. Universal Free Breakfast will be served on delayed start
days.
Infinite Campus will serve as our primary means of notification. We
urge you to supply your student's school with your contact information and
updates as changes occur. WCLO and additional radio and TV stations will
be contacted regarding school closings or delays. Closing and delay information will be posted no later than 6:00 a.m. In order to keep district lines
open for general operations we suggest parents not call the district for closing
information.
Our schools do not close early in an attempt to avoid incoming
snow or ice storms. This decision is to protect children who may get home
before their families and have no access or supervision at home. There also
will be no athletic contests and no practices on days school is called off for
weather reasons. The gyms will also be closed.
On days when school is in session but weather has progressively gotten
worse, cancellations for after school or evening athletics or extracurricular
activities will be announced by 2:00 p.m. on WCLO radio that day. Infinite
Campus will serve as our primary means of notification.
WEATHER - SEVERE WEATHER/TORNADO
Every precaution has been taken to protect students and staff members
during periods of severe weather. Students and staff are made aware of
predetermined areas of shelter to which they move during severe weather
warnings. During times of weather warnings, students will be kept in their
shelter areas beyond normal dismissal times and staff will remain with them.
For safety reasons students will not be released until either the National
Weather Service or local police or fire officials issue an “all clear” signal.
Children will not be released to families during the time of a weather
warning. Infinite Campus will serve as our primary means of notification to
let parents know when students will be released.
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Child Find Notice
“The school district must locate, identify and evaluate all resident children with disabilities, including
children with disabilities attending private schools, regardless of the severity of their disabilities.” The
school district has a special education program to locate and screen all children with suspected disabilities who
are residents of the district and who have not graduated from high school. Upon request the school district will
screen any resident child who has not graduated high school to determine whether a special education referral is
appropriate. A request may be made by contacting Barbara Kelley, Assistant Director of Student Services for the
School District of Janesville at 743-5061, or by writing her at 527 S. Franklin St., Janesville WI 53548.
Annually the district conducts developmental screening of preschool children. Each child’s motor, communication and social skills are observed at various play areas. Each child is weighed and measured, and the
child’s hearing and vision is checked. The information is used to provide the parent with a profile of their child’s
current development and to provide suggestions for follow up activities. Parents learn about community services
available to them and speak with representatives of agencies serving families. The information from screening is
also used to determine whether a child should be evaluated for a suspected disability. When school staff reasonably believe a child is a child with a disability, they refer the child for evaluation by a school district Individualized Education Program (IEP) team. Developmental screening will be a part of the kindergarten screening this
Spring. Watch for dates at your local school.
A physician, nurse, psychologist, social worker or administrator of a social agency who reasonably believes a child brought to him or her for services is a child with a disability has a legal duty to report the
child to the school district in which the child resides. Before referring the child, the person making the referral
must inform the child’s parents that the referral will be made. The referral must be in writing and include the reason why the person believes the child is a child with a disability. Others who reasonably believe a child is a child
with a disability may also refer the child to the school district in which the child resides. A referral of a child residing in
the School District of Janesville may be sent to Barbara Kelley at the school district address above.”
Aviso Detectar al Niño
“El distrito escolar tiene que localizar, identificar y evaluar a todos los niños residentes con discapacidades, incluyendo a los niños con discapacidades que asisten a escuelas privadas, sin importar la gravedad de sus discapacidades.” El distrito escolar tiene un programa de educación especial para localizar y evaluar a todos los niños con presuntas
discapacidades, quienes son residentes del distrito y que no se han graduado de la escuela preparatoria. Cuando se solicite,
el distrito escolar evaluará a cualquier niño residente que no se haya graduado de la escuela preparatoria para determinar, si
es apropiada una referencia para educación especial. Una solicitud puede hacerse contactando a Barbara Kelley, Subdirector de los servicios estudiantiles del Distrito Escolar de Janesville al 743-5061, o escribiéndole a: 527 S. Franklin St., Janesville WI 53548.
Anualmente el distrito lleva a cabo evaluaciones del desarrollo de los niños en edad preescolar. Cada una de las
habilidades motoras, comunicativas y sociales del niño son observadas en varias áreas de juego. Se pesa y mide a cada niño
y su audición y visión son revisadas. Se utiliza la información para proporcionar al padre un perfil del desarrollo actual de
su niño y proveer sugerencias para las actividades de seguimiento. Los padres aprenden acerca de los servicios comunitarios disponibles para ellos y hablan con representantes de agencias que dan servicio a las familias. La información de la
evaluación también se utiliza para determinar si un niño debe ser examinado por presunta discapacidad. Cuando el personal
de la escuela razonablemente cree que un niño, es un niño con una discapacidad, refieren al niño para una evaluación por el
equipo del Programa Educativo Individualizado (IEP) del distrito escolar. Las evaluaciones del desarrollo serán parte de las
examinaciones del kínder esta primavera. Espere las fechas en su escuela local.
Un doctor, enfermera, sicólogo, trabajador social o administrador de una agencia social que razonablemente
crea que un niño que se le llevó para recibir atención es un niño con una discapacidad, tiene el deber legal de reportar al niño al distrito escolar en el cual el niño reside. Antes de referir al niño, la persona que hace la referencia tiene que
informar a los padres del niño que se hará la referencia. La referencia tiene que ser por escrito e incluir la razón por la cual
la persona cree que el niño, es un niño con una discapacidad. Otros quienes razonablemente crean que un niño, es un niño
con una discapacidad, pueden también referir al niño al distrito escolar en el cual el niño reside. Una referencia de un niño
que reside en el Distrito Escolar de Janesville puede enviarse a Barbara Kelley a la dirección de arriba del distrito escolar.
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Kindergarten Enrollment
2016-2017 School Year
School District Residents: If you have a child turning 5 (five) years old prior to September 1, 2016 and they are not currently enrolled in a School District of Janesville Pre-school for Janesville (P4J) or Early Childhood (EC) program it is time to enroll in the Janesville Public School District. Enrollment will take place at the
Educational Services Center located at 527 S. Franklin St. (administration building) in the New Student Enrollment office. You may enroll anytime during the two
week period.
Weeks of November 30 - December 4 and December 7-11
7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
M/W/F both weeks, Thurs. December 3 and Tues. December 8
8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m..
Tuesday, December 1, 2015
8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, December 10, 2015
If you cannot attend the enrollment period please come in as soon as possible to enroll after December 14, 2015. Enrollment in the district is required for participation in orientation. When you enroll, you will need your child’s birth certificate for proof of age, proof of residency (top portion of a utility bill, or current lease)
to determine school assignment, immunization records and photo identification. If you have questions on general enrollment, please contact the New Student
Enrollment office at 743-5152 during regular office hours, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Requests for School Transfer/Placement within the School District (goldenrod forms) for incoming kindergarten students should be submitted through the enrollment process. Forms are available at all schools, as well as at the Educational Services Center. If you have questions regarding this process contact Tami Carlson at
743-5006. The status of requests will be determined by January 15, 2016 if they are turned in by December 11 th. If you have a student currently attending a school
under a School Transfer/Placement within the School District, it does not automatically qualify your kindergarten student for attendance at the same school;
however, siblings are generally assigned to the same school. In order for your kindergarten student to attend the same school as a sibling, you must submit a request during the Kindergarten Enrollment time frame.
If you know of a child in your neighborhood or from community activities that would be entering kindergarten for the 2016-2017 school year, please
pass this enrollment information on.
Non-District Residents
If you are a non-resident of the School District of Janesville and have a child turning 5 (five) years old prior to September 1, 2016 and would like your child to attend the School District of Janesville you must also apply for OPEN ENROLLMENT. The timeline for Open Enrollment is February 1 to April 29, 2016. Currently enrolled non-residents in a P4J or EC program do not need to re-apply. If you have questions regarding the Open Enrollment process, please contact Tami
Carlson at 743-5006.
Inscripción al Kínder
Año Escolar 2016-2017
Residentes del Distrito Escolar: Si usted tiene un niño que va a cumplir 5 (cinco) años de edad antes del 1° de septiembre de 2016 y no está actualmente inscrito en
un programa Preescolar para Janesville (P4J) o uno de Primera Infancia (EC) del Distrito Escolar de Janesville, es tiempo para inscribirlo en el Distrito Escolar
Público de Janesville. Las inscripciones serán en el Centro de Servicios Educativos, localizado en el 527 S. Franklin St. (edificio administrativo), en la Oficina de
Inscripciones de Nuevos Estudiantes. Usted puede inscribir en cualquier momento durante el periodo de dos semanas.
Semanas del 30 de noviembre al 4 de diciembre y del 7 al 11 de diciembre
7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Lun/Mie/Fri ambas semanas; jueves 3 y martes 8 de diciembre
8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Martes, 1 de diciembre de 2015
8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Jueves 10 de diciembre de 2015
Si usted no puede asistir a los periodos de inscripción, por favor venga lo más pronto posible para la inscripción después del 14 de diciembre de 2015. Se requiere la
inscripción en el distrito para la participación en la orientación. Cuando usted vaya a inscribir, necesitará el acta de nacimiento de su niño para acreditar la edad,
comprobante de domicilio (la parte de arriba de una factura de servicio o recibo de la renta) para determinar la asignación de la escuela; los registros de vacunación y
una identificación con foto de usted. Si tiene preguntas acerca de la inscripción en general, por favor comuníquese a la Oficina de Inscripciones de Nuevos Estudiantes al 743-5152 durante las horas regulares de oficina de 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Las Solicitudes para Transferencia/Colocación de Escuela dentro del Distrito Escolar (formas doradas) para estudiantes que entran al Kínder, se deben entregar a
través del proceso de inscripción. Los formularios están disponibles en todas las escuelas, así como en el Centro de Servicios Educativos. Si tiene preguntas acerca
de este proceso, comuníquese con Tami Carlson al 743-5006. El estado de la solicitud será determinado antes del 15 de enero de 2015 si se entrega antes del 11 de
diciembre. Si usted tiene a un estudiante que asiste actualmente a una escuela bajo la Transferencia/Colocación de Escuela dentro del Distrito Escolar; esto no
califica automáticamente a su estudiante de Kínder para asistir a la misma escuela; no obstante, los hermanos son asignados generalmente a la misma escuela.
Para que su estudiante de Kínder asista a la misma escuela que un hermano, usted tiene que presentar una solicitud durante el periodo de Inscripciones al Kínder.
Si usted conoce a un niño en su vecindario o por actividades en la comunidad, que pudiera estar entrando al Kínder para el año escolar 2016-2017, por
favor pase esta información de inscripciones.
No Residentes del Distrito
Si usted no es un residente del Distrito Escolar de Janesville y tiene un niño que va a cumplir 5 (cinco) años de edad antes del 1° de septiembre de 2016 y le gustaría
que su niño asistiera al Distrito Escolar de Janesville, usted debe solicitar la INSCRIPCION ABIERTA. El plazo para la Inscripción Abierta es del 1 de febrero al
29 de abril de 2016. Los estudiantes que no son residentes inscritos actualmente en un programa EC o P4J, no necesitan llenar otra solicitud. Si tiene preguntas
acerca del proceso de Inscripción Abierta, por favor comuníquese con Tami Carlson al 743-5006.
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Request for School Transfer/Placement (Intra District Transfers) within the School District of Janesville Attendance Areas
Due to Move:
If you move within the School District of Janesville during the school year and wish to remain at your current school please ask the
school office for a Request to Remain in Current School Following Move to New Attendance Area Form (Blue). Complete the form and
return it to the school office.
Due to Parent Choice:
If you wish to apply to have your student transferred/placed in another school within the district next school year (2016-2017), please ask
the school office for a School Transfer/Placement Within the School District Form (Goldenrod). Completed forms will be accepted
from November 1 through December 15, 2015 only. Submit your Request for School Transfer/Placement Within the School District
Form (Goldenrod) to your home school attendance area office. Parents applying for Requests for School Transfer/Placement Within
the School District will be notified of approval or disapproval by January 15, 2016. Parents applying for Requests for School Transfer/
Placement Within the School District for incoming Kindergarten students will be notified of approval or disapproval after they have
enrolled their child during the Kindergarten Enrollment period with the New Student Enrollment Office. If you have questions, please
contact the school office of your home school attendance area.
Open Enrollment – Public School Choice – District to District Transfers
If during the school year, you move outside the School District of Janesville and you wish to remain at your current school please contact
the Administrative Services office at 743-5006 and request a tuition waiver form within two weeks of your move. This will allow you to
be eligible to attend your current school for the remainder of the current year tuition free. If your move occurs prior to February, you
will also need to complete an open enrollment application. Application instructions are provided to the School District of Janesville by
the Department of Public Instruction (DPI) and should be available by mid January 2016. This year applications will be accepted February 1 – April 29, 2016.
If you have questions regarding Open Enrollment or Public School Choice please contact the Administrative Service Office at 743-5006.
Solicitud de Transferencia/Colocación de Escuela (Transferencia Intra-Distrital) dentro del Área de Asistencia del Distrito
Escolar de Janesville
Debido a Mudanza:
Si usted se muda dentro del Distrito Escolar de Janesville durante el año escolar y desea permanecer en su escuela actual, por favor pida a
la oficina de la escuela una Solicitud para Permanecer en la Escuela Actual Después de la Mudanza a una Nueva Área de Asistencia (azul).
Llene el formulario y devuélvalo a la oficina de la escuela.
Debido a Opción Parental:
Si usted desea solicitar que su estudiante sea transferido/colocado en otra escuela dentro del distrito el próximo año escolar (2016-2017),
por favor pida en la oficina de la escuela una Solicitud de Transferencia/Colocación Dentro del Distrito Escolar (dorada). Las solicitudes
se recibirán solamente del 1° de noviembre al 15 de diciembre de 2015. Entregue su Solicitud de Transferencia/Colocación Dentro
del Distrito Escolar (dorada) a la oficina de la escuela del área de asistencia de su hogar. Los padres que presenten una Solicitud de
Transferencia/Colocación Dentro del Distrito Escolar serán notificados de la aprobación o desaprobación antes del 15 de enero de 2016.
Los padres que presenten una Solicitud de Transferencia/Colocación Dentro del Distrito Escolar para estudiantes que van a entrar al
Kínder, serán notificados de la aprobación o desaprobación después de inscribir a su niño en la Oficina de Inscripciones de Nuevos Estudiantes, durante el periodo de Inscripciones al Kínder. Si usted tiene preguntas, por favor comuníquese a la oficina de la escuela del
área de asistencia de su hogar.
Inscripción Abierta – Opción de Escuela Pública – Transferencias de Distrito a Distrito
Si durante el año escolar usted se muda fuera del Distrito Escolar de Janesville y desea permanecer en su escuela actual, por favor comuníquese a la Oficina de Servicios Administrativos al 743-5006 y pida una solicitud de exención de colegiatura antes de que pasen dos
semanas desde su mudanza. Esto le permitirá ser elegible para asistir a su escuela actual por el resto del año en curso sin pagar colegiatura. Si su mudanza ocurre antes de febrero, también necesitará llenar una solicitud de inscripción abierta. Las instrucciones para la solicitud las recibe el Distrito Escolar de Janesville del Departamento de Instrucción Pública (DPI) y deben estar disponibles para mediados de
enero de 2016. Este año las solicitudes se recibirán del 1 de febrero de 2016 al 29 de abril 2016.
Si usted tiene preguntas relacionadas a la Inscripción Abierta o la Opción de Escuela Pública, por favor comuníquese a la Oficina de Servicios Administrativos al 743-5006.
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MOVING?
If you will be moving from your current home address please
contact the Franklin Middle School office at 608-743-6000 as soon as
possible to determine what paperwork you will need to fill out for
your child to continue attending his/her current school. Please note:
if you are moving to an address outside the School District of Janesville in most cases your child is eligible to continue attending the
School District of Janesville as long as you complete the appropriate paperwork within the required timeline.
If you have any questions about school placement for a particular address please contact Administrative Services Secretary Tami Carlson at 608-743-5006. The Administrative Services Office is
open year round.
If you are the parent of an elementary student and will be moving over the summer months
when the elementary schools are closed, please contact Administrative Services Secretary Tami
Carlson at 608-743-5006 or the New Student Enrollment Office at 608-743-5152 to complete
the appropriate paperwork.
MUDARSE?
Si piensa moverse de su dirección de casa actual por favor comuníquese con la oficina escolar de Franklin Middle School al 608-7436000 lo mas pronto posible para determinar que formularios tendrá
que llenar para que su hijo(a) continué asistiendo su escuela actual.
Por favor note: si esta moviéndose a una dirección fuera del Distrito
Escolar de Janesville, en mucho casos su hijo(a) es elegible para continuar asistiendo al
Distrito Escolar de Janesville, siempre en cuanto usted complete los formularios apropiados dentro del tiempo requerido.
Si tiene preguntas sobre colocación de escuela para una dirección en particular por favor comuníquese con la Secretaria de Servicios Administrativos Tami Carlson al 608-743-5006. La Oficina
de Servicios Administrativos esta abierta todo el año.
Si es padre de un estudiante de primaria y se estará moviendo durante los meses de verano cuando las escuelas están cerradas, por favor comuníquese con la Secretaria de Servicios Administrativos Tami Carlson al 608-743-5006 ó con la Oficina de Inscribir a Nuevos Estudiantes al 608-743
-5152 para llenar los formularios apropiados.
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WE ARE PLEASED TO INTRODUCE THE FOLLOWING NEW STAFF TO
FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL!
Hello everyone, my name is Chantelle Mars. I will be the 7th grade Spanish teacher at Franklin Middle School. I am a recent graduate a
part time job while I am alsfrom UW-Whitewater and I am pursuing my master's in criminal justice at UW- Platteville. I work a full time
job and now a part time job while I am also very busy with my twin, four year-old boys. They just started P4J this year and I hope to be
involved as much as possible with their education as well as their activities outside of school. I hope to get to know everyone this year
and I am always open to advice since this is my first year of teaching!
¡Hola! My name is Julie Buckman. I am teaching 8th grade Spanish at Franklin Middle School as well as 7th and 8th grade Spanish at
Marshall Middle School this year. I have previously taught Spanish at Marshall, Franklin, Edison, Craig, and Parker. I am happy to be
spending part of my day at Franklin this year. Franklin is a great place to learn. Even as a teacher, I have learned a lot at Franklin in the
past. When I am not teaching I spend time with my son Carson, 9, and my daughter Carly, 12. I think this year will be a great year!
Hello everyone, my name is Christine Campbell. I will be working with Mr. Long as the Al-Pro paraprofessional. In March I moved to
Wisconsin from Mesa, Arizona so this will be my first winter here in Wisconsin. I worked in the Mesa Public School District for 8 years. I
have four children and four grandchildren. I am so grateful and thankful to be back working with children again. I believe this will be an
awesome year.
Hi, I am Julie Edwardson. I will be the new LMC paraprofessional here at Franklin Middle School. This will be my fourth year with the
School District of Janesville. My previous years were at Madison Elementary as an Instructional Aide and LMC paraprofessional. My husband, Lee, and I grew up in Janesville. Our boys, Chase and Andrew, currently attend Franklin Middle School. Our summers are spent in
Ontario, Canada, where we fish, swim, and enjoy the great outdoors. I am looking forward to working with everyone and becoming a part of
the Franklin Middle School Family! Please do not hesitate to contact me about anything. Let's have a fun year!
Hello, my name is Tanya Schaaf. I grew up here in Rock County and graduated from Parkview in 1997. I grew up showing horses,
trimming antlers off of our elk herd and working at my dad's lumber mill (I understand that Korleski Enterprises used to deliver to the
shop classes here?) I attended UW-Madison and graduated in 2001 with a degree in Human Ecology (home economics) where my foci
were Nutrition and Child & Family studies and I received a certificate in business. (I went for a practical route...because I still don't
know what I want to be when I grow up.) I worked a couple of summers doing this crazy job going door to door selling books with
Southwestern, one summer out by LA and the next by Raleigh, NC. Then I worked at an investment6 management firm in Madison.
Meanwhile, I started dating a guy who always caught my eye in HS, but we had never talked..(jock vs. nerd) but I am proud to call Ryan
Schaaf my husband of 13 years. Ryan was a Marine for 16 years, starting as enlisted working on helicopters, got put through college on a special program
called MECEP, became an officer and flew the '46s that he had worked on. We were stationed together in Pensacola, FL, Camp Pendleton, CA, and
Quantico, VA. Through that time I was blessed to be able to stay home with my kids; Anastasia (8) and Benjamin (5), my stepson David (16) when he
could visit, and recently, my nephew Alec (17) who moved in with us in January. Through all our travels we felt like there really was no place like home,
so when my husband was approved for early retirement, we came home to Wisconsin in the summer of 2014. Through I haven't worked for several
years I have spent come time volunteering with kids, mostly through our churches and my kids' schools. I am, excited to be here and to help with the
success of my team to ultimately help the kids be successful.
Hi, my name is Devin Yager and I am the new Transitions teacher at Franklin and Edison Middle Schools. I recently graduated from UWLa Crosse with a degree in Elementary Education. I also just moved to Monroe, WI where my boyfriend and I have a house. I am excited to
see where this new curriculum takes me and I am so glad to be a part of the School District of Janesville!
Hi, my name is Lauren Little. I am the new Band and Music Appreciation teacher here at Franklin Middle School. This is my first year teaching and I am excited to start my journey here in Janesville. My mom is also a music teacher in Brookfield, WI and both my aunt and uncle
teach for the School District of Janesville. I am looking forward to joining the team at Franklin Middle School!
Hi, my name is Nick Kliminski and I am excited to finally enter into my first year of professional teaching. My teaching development
began through coaching soccer and I also played four years of NCAA soccer. Graduating from UW-Whitewater this past spring, I have
also been highly involved with Janesville's International Education program development, including supporting its International Institute
as well as working with an elementary education conference in China. I look forward to the opportunity to work with Franklin Middle
School staff and students as I continue to gain experience as an educator.
Hi, my name is Tiffany Redieske. I have been teaching in the School District of Janesville for ten years. This is my first year at Franklin
Middle School and I am very excited to be a Franklin Falcon. I have two daughters, Lauren (8) and Anna (5), and as a family we enjoy being
outdoors, camping, going up north to the cabin, boating, water skiing, and geocaching.
Hi, my name is Carl Schenzel. I'm starting my 16th year for the School District of Janesville. I have been part of the Edison Leadership Committee for the last 15 years. I have been an active member of the Tier 1 PBIS Team for Edison from the implementation.
The last two years I have helped with the CLC after school program. During the summer I co-teach a four week summer school
course, MotorHead Tech, and an additional one week course (Vex Robotics Camp). I coached golf (Edison), basketball (Parker &
Edison), track (Edison), and I am the new gold coach here at Franklin. My wife, Rebecca, has been teaching Spanish at Edison for
the last 15 years. We have two children; Tanner (6 1/2) and Cooper (4). I enjoy coaching, fishing, and hunting. During our free time,
we enjoy traveling and visiting family. We recently added an in ground swimming pool in our backyard. I am looking forward to being a part of the Franklin Middle School staff.
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Hi, my name is Jesse Ramirez. I am teaching 7th grade Math along with Reading and Communication Arts here at Franklin Middle School. I am a Parker High School graduate as well as a UW-Whitewater graduate and one of the Janesville
Multi-Cultural Teacher's Opportunities Scholarship recipients. I minored in music at UW-Whitewater and in my spare
time I love playing, writing, and recording music. I also love to eat at new restaurants and play disc golf. I am thrilled to
be teaching at Franklin and to be a part of the wonderful Falcon Nation.
Hi, my names is Katie Clarquist. I am the new Student Services Specialist aka School Counselor. I'm back home at
Franklin after a year and half leave. My previous position here was as a Special Ed Teacher with an emphasis on EBD
for eight years + a couple of months. I had also been a Special Ed Teacher at another district for seven years prior to
that. I left Franklin as I was completing my Masters of School Counseling to work as a Student Services Specialist for
Lincoln, Jackson, Van Buren, and Wilson Elementary schools. Last year, I was able to focus only on Lincoln and Jackson. I am super excited to be in one building this year working with a staff and age group that I love. I have two children of my own, Amelia grade 8 and Gavin grade 6. My family is very involved with soccer, so you could say I fit the
complete bill of being a "Soccer Mom." Please feel free to stop by my office for a little chat, swing, or chocolate break!
Greetings! My name is Sally Feeney and I will be one of the teachers working with students who are English Language
Learners at Franklin, Edison, and Marshall Middle Schools. This is my first year working for the School District of
Janesville and my 27th year as an educator. I grew up in Janesville and attended Madison Elementary, Franklin Jr. High
and Parker High Schools. It is very exciting for me to be a member of the teaching staff at Franklin Middle School and a
Falcon once again!
Hi, my name is Dan Bayreuther and I will be teaching one hour of Physical Education this year at Franklin. For the
remainder of the school day, I will teach Health and Physical Educatin at Marshall Middle School. This school year
will be my 31st year of teaching. I look forward to working with the Franklin Middle School students, parents, and
staff. I am really excited to work with Mr. Pajerski and Ms. Miller (two former student teachers at Madison Elementary). My family includes my wife (Debbie) who works at KANDU Industries, a son (Zach) who lives and works in
Appleton and a daugher (Haley) who attends UW_Oshkosh and is working towards earning her degree in Elementary and Special Education.
Hello, my name is Jenny Barmore and I have been teaching for 18 years. I live in Evansville, WI, with Nicole Miller
and my two boys, Benjamin (15) and Nicholas (12). In 1993 I graduated from UW-Whitewater with an English degree and a Journalism minor. I subbed for a year and then started my own cleaning company. I later fell into real estate but failed after realizing math was involved. Finally, I came full circle when I began substitute teaching in 1998
for the Oregon School District. I currently teach 8th grade Communication Arts at Franklin Middle School. This is
my 16th year with the School District of Janesville. I spent my first 14 years here in Room 132, a.k.a. "home." Last
year I was transferred to Parker High School but instead chose a 7th grade Communication Arts position at Marshall Middle School.
While the drive across town was scenic, I sure missed my moldy old room and moldier old friends and family. I am excited to be
back and hope I can ride this gig out here at Franklin like a younger, hipper, Thelma and Louise.
Hi, my name is Judy Hatlen and I am the art teacher that travels from Edison to Franklin. This is my 19th year in the School District
of Janesville, for a total of 25 years in education. I am excited to be back at Franklin; specifically working with the 6th grade students. I enjoy working on my own artwork if there is time; specifically drawing, painting, and digital media.
Hello, my name is Cindy Dupuis. I am one of the food service helpers at Franklin Middle School this year. I am a 22 year
retired teacher and a grandmother of eight. Four of my grandchildren attend Janesville Public Schools. I love the Packers
and Badgers, enjoy golfing, reading, traveling, and time with all of my grandchildren. I am very excited to be a part of the
Franklin staff this year!
Hi, my name is Leann Paulos. I am the new Kitchen Manager for Franklin Middle School. I am very excited to be here. I
am in my 16th year with the School District of Janesville, food service. I have two boys; Brian, who attends UWWhitewater and Eric, who attends Carroll University. I hope to see many of you throughout the year, please come and join
us for lunch.
Hi, my name is Thomas Bach and I am a new custodian here at Franklin Middle School. I have worked for the School District of Janesville since 2011. I used to be a paraprofessional at Craig High School. I have worked two summers as a custodian and I am looking forward to a good year here at Franklin.
Hi, my name is Denise Witt. I will be one of your custodians here at Franklin. I have been a custodian for six years in Pensacola, FL and have worked for the School District of Janesville for ten months. We have seven children (yours, mine, and
ours)! We have 20 grandchildren and four great grandchildren! I am really looking forward tow working here at Franklin
and look forward to meeting everyone. Just an added plus, my husband Jerry is also a custodian here at Franklin.
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DENTAL SERVICES AT NO COST TO YOU!
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The School District of Janesville will be offering
dental services during the school year to any student in the school district. These dental services will
be offered at no cost to the family.
A registered dental hygienist will be providing a
dental exam and dental sealants. The dental sealant
is placed on your child's molars and is the single
best practice for preventing cavities in these teeth.
If you have or are having trouble getting your
child into a dentist or don't have dental insurance,
than this service is for your child. Services will be
Squinting when reading
provided right at school and you will not need to
leave work to transport your child to a dental ofTurning head sideways to see materials
Burning, itchy, watery eyes when reading fice.
If you are interested in having your child receive
Statements of eyes being tired after
these dental services, please contact the office at
reading a short time
your child's school to obtain a permission form.
Leaning forward to see an object better Complete this form and turn it in at the school ofClosing one eye when reading or looking fice. If you have any questions or concerns about
this service, please call the Health Services Departat something
ment at 608-743-5133.
Holds materials very close to eyes
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Constant eye rubbing
There will be no formal vision screening of
students in the middle schools of the School
District of Janesville. However, if you have a
concern about your child's vision, please report this to the school office and the school
nurse will conduct a vision screening on
your child. Here are some signs that might
indicate your child has a vision problem:
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ARISE VIRTUAL ACADEMY HAS RELOCATED TO FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL
We would like to inform you of a change that will take place in the upcoming school year (20152016). Arise Virtual Academy (AVA) has relocated to Franklin Middle School (FMS) from its current location inside Jefferson Elementary School.
The reasons for the move are as follows:
1. Arise Virtual Academy has grown significantly over the past 8 years.
2. There is inadequate computer space at Jefferson, and we had to turn students away many times last
year.
3. We are estimating a 50% growth at AVA for the 2015-16 school year.
4. We believe having all students in one room will maximize student/teacher contact and improve our
efficiency with the students we serve.
The seniors from AVA will park at the far end of the staff parking lot. Arise Virtual Students will have
a dedicated entry point at the south end of the building. A secretary/receptionist will log individuals coming
into the building for Arise Virtual Academy. Students will enter the classroom closest to this entrance.
Franklin students will utilize this hallway for Tech Ed and Art classes, the only interaction FMS students and Arise students will have with each other is passing each other in the hallway. Staff will be present to
monitor the brief encounter. All safety precautions will be discussed with staff.
Franklin Middle School
Calendar Information
For a full calendar and school information
please visit our website:
http://www.janesville.k12.wi.us/fra
Rec Night (7:00 - 9:30 pm) ................................................................................................................... Friday, October 9
Season 2 Sports Begin (Boys' Swim 6-8th Grade & Girls' VB 8th Grade) ........................................ Monday, October 12
PTSA Meeting (4:00 pm) ................................................................................................................. Monday, October 12
Picture Retake Day ......................................................................................................................... Tuesday, October 13
CLC Field Trip to Skelly's Farm Market ......................................................................................... Thursday, October 15
Peer Mediation Recognition Ceremony (Cafeteria 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.) ........................................... Thursday, October 15
Scoopie Night (4:00 - 8:00 p.m.) ............................................................................................... Wednesday, October 21
No School for Students (Conferences 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.) ........................................................... Wednesday, October 28
No School for Students (Conferences 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.) ....................................................... Thursday, October 29
No School ........................................................................................................................................... Friday, October 30
Band Fundraiser Kick-Off .............................................................................................................. Monday, November 2
Franklin Middle School Fundraiser Pick Up Day (FMS Parking Lot 2:45 - 3:45 p.m.) .................... Tuesday, November 3
End of 1st Quarter ............................................................................................................................Friday, November 6
PTSA Meeting (5:30 p.m.) ............................................................................................................. Monday, November 9
Rec Night (7:00 - 9:30 p.m.) ........................................................................................................... Friday, November 20
No School for Students ......................................................................................................... Wednesday, November 25
Thanksgiving Break ............................................................................................. Thursday & Friday, November 26 & 27
Season 3 Sports Begin (Girls' Swim 6-8th Grade & Boys' BB 8th Grade) ..................... Monday, Monday, November 30
Scoopie Night ........................................................................................................................... Wednesday, December 9
Orchestra Concert (7:00 p.m.) .................................................................................................... Monday, December 14
Band Fundraiser Pick Up (After Evening Concert) ...................................................................... Tuesday, December 15
Winter Band Concert (6:00 p.m.) ............................................................................................... Tuesday, December 15
Choir Concerts (6th - 6:00; 7th - 7:00; 8th - 8:00 p.m.) ............................................................. Thursday, December 17
Winter Break Begins (No School) ........................................................................................... Wednesday, December 23
School Resumes ....................................................................................................................... Monday, January 4, 2016
Rec Night (7:00 - 9:30 p.m.) ........................................................................................................ Friday, January 8, 2016
PTSA Meeting (4:00p.m.) ....................................................................................................... Monday, January 11, 2016
Musical Auditions (3:30 - 5:00 p.m.)................................................. Monday, January 11 - Thursday, January 14, 2016
Musical Rehearsals (3:30 - 5:00 p.m.)................................................. Monday, January 18 - Thursday, March 10, 2016
End of First Semester .......................................................................................................... Thursday, January, 21, 2016
Teacher Work Day (No School for Students) ............................................................................ Friday, January 22, 2016
Franklin Middle School...Keeping You Informed
Editor:
Dr. Charles Urness
743-6005 or [email protected]
Design &
Layout: Mrs. Laurie Knutson 743-6006
For questions or concerns, please call Franklin Middle
School at 743-6005
Franklin Phone Numbers
Main Office ......... 743-6000
Attendance Office743-6030
Asst. Prin. Office 743-6007
Guidance Office.. 743-6026
Athletic Info. ....... 743-6021