Family & Community Engagement
The Family & Community Engagement Committee (FCEC)
Learn about the “Principles of Co-Design” and brainstorm ways to engage students’ communities within Franklin as a school. Help plan professional development (PD) for Franklin staff to learn effective practices for engaging the community and families.
Contact: Anntara Guenther allozen@seattleschools.org, Dr. Joseph Williams jowilliams@seattleschools.org, Christina Black cmblack@seattleschools.org
Building Leadership Team (BLT)
Per the SPS/SEA Collective Bargaining Agreement:
The primary function of a Building Leadership Team/Program Leadership Team is to promote and facilitate the collaborative decision-making process which affects academic achievement and to identify how to support the needs of students and staff in buildings. The more specific responsibilities of the Building Leadership Team/Program Leadership Team are to oversee the facilitation and development of:
- Continuous School Improvement Plan (CSIP)
- School-wide professional development that reflects equity commitments and supports the CSIP
- The school’s budget
- Decision-Making Matrix (DMM)
Contact: Jed Dunkerley, BLT Chair jwdunkerley@seattleschools.org
Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA)
Learn more about the Franklin PTSA
Race & Equity Team (RET)
Vision Statement: The commitment to institutionalizing racial equity is essential for the success of all learning communities; therefore, all committees must commit to making racial equity the core of their charge. This commitment requires the understanding and utilization of racial equity analysis tools, materials, and resources to support convening, planning, and action.
We must ensure that all work is focused on implementing School Board Policy No. 0030 – Ensuring Educational and Racial Equity. This contract shows our commitment to cross-committee work, and joint partnership works through BLTs, RETs, and ongoing partnered actions.
Volunteer at Franklin
Essential volunteers may be able to continue to volunteer in person at the school. Volunteers will be required to complete a video training and follow health and safety protocols.
In order to reduce risk to students, all volunteers will be required to be vaccinated and be prepared to show card or picture of card if asked as well as wear a mask.
Every contribution is appreciated and volunteering is a great way to support your student and allow them to continue to have the great opportunities that having Volunteers like you provide.
Getting Started
Volunteers will be required to complete a video training and follow health and safety protocols. Volunteers will also need to complete the Health Screening Survey.
Thank you for volunteering at Franklin High School!
Apply to Volunteer with Seattle Public Schools
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Seattle Public Schools!
Safety First! Only approved volunteers can serve in SPS schools. SPS serves 50,000 children and youth. We are committed to carefully screening volunteer candidates to ensure student safety.
Why Volunteer in Your Child’s School?
- Higher grades, test scores, and graduation rates
- Better attendance
- Increased motivation and self-esteem
Contact your school office or visit the SPS Volunteer page to learn more about volunteering.