FHS Quaker Forecast for June 5-9

Wow! Welcome to the month of June! We had a great Prom on Sunday, June 4! We are now moving forward with the successful completion of the school year, which will culminate with our high school graduation on June 30, 2023.

FHS Senior Class Announcements

• Senior Awards Night: June 14 at 6-7:30 p.m. at Franklin High School in the Commons, doors open at 5:30 p.m.
  • If your 12th grade student earned any scholarships, internships, or other awards this year, please have them fill out this form so they can be recognized
• Cap & Gown Pick-Ups: Not all orders have been delivered to Franklin High School yet!
  • Next pick-up opportunity: Tuesday, June 6 during lunch and advisory in room 114
• Diploma Name Check: May 24 – June 7 in the main office
  • Ask your student to check the spelling of their name and to submit a correction on the form in the Main Office if they need to change the name on their diploma
• Senior checkout on June 22 – encourage your student to check with their counselor if they are not sure if they are meeting graduation requirements
  • All fines must be paid and materials will need to be turned in before your senior is eligible for graduation
• Last required day for seniors is June 23! 12th-grade students are required to attend all classes until this day.
• Graduation is on Friday, June 30 at 5 p.m. at Memorial Stadium in Seattle!
  • All attendees will need a ticket to enter graduation! Balloons, banners, noise-makers, silly string, and other distracting items will not be allowed in Memorial Stadium. Alcohol and other controlled substances are also prohibited!
  • Each graduating student will receive 12 tickets for their family and friends. Students that need more than 12 tickets are encouraged to work with their peers that will not need 12 tickets.
  • Students will be able to donate unneeded tickets at rehearsal.
    • All donated and remaining tickets will be distributed to students that need them at the end of rehearsal.

For all graduation information!

Have a great week!

Senior Awards Night

Wednesday, June 14 at 6-7:30 p.m. at FHS

Doors will open at 5:30 p.m., light refreshments will be provided. Join us in the FHS auditorium to celebrate the academic achievements of the Class of 2023! Department awards, individual scholarships, internships, and other achievements will be honored at this time.

Yearbook Sales

This is the last chance to get your student a FHS 2023 Yearbook. There are less than 100 left! 

Yearbook is an important memory book that shows the most unique years of a student’s life. Don’t let your student walk away without one! Yearbooks can be bought on Pay for your yearbook with SchoolPay for $65 from June 1-21 or until sold out.

If you have any questions email efaulkner@seattleschools.org.

Thank you!

FHS Quaker Forecast for May 22-26

May 22, 2023

Hello Franklin Families,

Spring Testing Continues: We are still testing this week. See information below on test dates for the remainder of the school year:

• Smarter Balanced (SBA) Math
  • Grades: 10-11
  • May 25-June 2: FHS Grade 10 AP Human Geography Classes
  • May 25-26: Grade 11 Retakes in the FHS Library
  • June 5-9: Grade 10 Makeups in the FHS Library 

Questions on Testing: Contact Jim Jeffreys, FHS Assessment Guy at jrjeffreys@seattleschools.org.

FHS Prom Information

• When: Sunday, June 4, 2023 at 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
• Where: WithinSodo, 2916 Utah Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134

FHS 2023 Graduation Ceremony Update

The Franklin High School graduation ceremony will be held on Friday, June 30, 2023 at 5 p.m. at Memorial Stadium in Seattle.

Please encourage your 12th grade student to attend all monthly Senior Class Meetings so they learn how to acquire tickets for graduation, cap and gown ordering, and get information about prom and other graduation requirements. Students and families can stay up-to-date by checking this webpage often.

ASB Officers will host senior class meetings each month during advisory, starting at 12:30 p.m. This is when seniors will learn about graduation requirements and other important information for graduates. These are the upcoming dates: June 1.

Seniors should plan to attend each meeting to prepare for graduation!

Again, all upcoming important dates for graduating students are available on our school website! Make sure to visit the graduation information page frequently for updates.

Also, for questions about graduation requirements, please reach out to your student’s counselor. For questions about the graduation ceremony and senior check-out, reach out to Mrs. Guenther at allozen@seattleschools.org Have an amazing week!

Senior Awards Night

Wednesday, June 14 at 6-7:30 p.m. at FHS

FHS Quaker Forecast for May 15 through May 19

May 15, 2023

Hello Franklin Families,

Spring Testing: We are still testing this week.  Please see the information below on test dates for the remainder of the school year:

Test	Grade Level	Test Dates
Smarter Balanced (SBA) ELA testing	10 – 11	May 9 – 16: Grade 11 Retakes and Grade 10 Makeups in the FHS Library
WCAS Science Test	11	May 15 – 16:  Chem B and Phys B classes May 19: Makeups in the FHS Library
Smarter Balanced (SBA) Math	10 – 11	May 25 – June 2: FHS Grade 10 AP Human Geography Classes May 25-26: Grade 11 Retakes in the FHS Library June 5 – 9: Grade 10 Makeups in the FHS Library

Juniors wishing to retake SBA exams should complete the following form by clicking the link below.:

Questions on Testing: Contact Jim Jeffreys, FHS Assessment Guy at jrjeffreys@seattleschools.org

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FHS Prom Information

Sunday, June 4, 2023 5 – 9 p.m. at Within Sodo

Prom guest forms are available in the Attendance Office for students bringing guests that are not current Franklin students to prom. Forms are due by 4:00 p.m. on 5/12.
May 16, 2023: Prom tickets go on sale to students and their approved guests! Seniors who qualify for Free/Reduced-price tickets will be notified via letter and email.

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FHS 2023 Graduation Ceremony Update

The Franklin High School graduation ceremony will be held on Friday, June 30, 2023 at 5:00 PM at Memorial Stadium in Seattle.

Please encourage your 12th grade student to attend all monthly Senior Class Meetings so they learn how to acquire tickets for graduation, cap and gown ordering, and get information about prom and other graduation requirements. Students and families can stay up-to-date by checking this webpage often.

ASB Officers will host senior class meetings each month during advisory, starting at 12:30 PM. This is when seniors will learn about graduation requirements and other important information for graduates. These are the upcoming dates: June 1st. Seniors should plan to attend each meeting to prepare for graduation!

Again, all upcoming important dates for graduating students is available on our school website!

Also, for questions about graduation requirements, please reach out to your student’s counselor.

For questions about the graduation ceremony and senior check-out, reach out to Mrs. Guenther at allozen@seattleschools.org

FHS Quaker Forecast for May 8 through May 12.

May 7, 2023

Hello Franklin Families,

This week, our community celebrates our educators who are positively impacting the lives of our students and families. Only one week out of the school year is not nearly enough time to show the gratitude that we have for our FHS teachers!

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Spring Testing: Many FHS students will be taking the Smarter Balanced (SBA) exams this Spring to meet state graduation pathways requirements. Grade 11 students will be taking the WCAS Science test.  Grade 11 students can also elect to retake the SBA ELA and Math tests, as needed to meet state graduation Pathways requirements.  In addition, many students will be taking Advanced Placement exams to earn possible college credit.  See information below on test dates:

Test	Grade Level	Test Dates
Smarter Balanced (SBA) ELA testing	10 – 11	May 9 – 16: Grade 11 Retakes and Grade 10 Makeups in the FHS Library
AP EXAMS (mostly in the FHS Library or Auditorium)	10 – 12	May 8 – Calculus
WCAS Science Test	11	May 15 – 16:  Chem B and Phys B classes May 19: Makeups in the FHS Library
Smarter Balanced (SBA) Math	10 – 11	May 25 – June 2: FHS Grade 10 AP Human Geography Classes May 25-26: Grade 11 Retakes in the FHS Library June 5 – 9: Grade 10 Makeups in the FHS Library

Juniors wishing to retake SBA exams should complete the following form by clicking the link below.

Questions on Testing: Contact Jim Jeffreys, FHS Assessment Guy at jrjeffreys@seattleschools.org

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FHS Prom Information

Sunday, June 4, 2023 5 – 9 p.m. at Within Sodo

Prom guest forms are available in the Attendance Office for students bringing guests that are not current Franklin students to prom. Forms are due by 4:00 p.m. on 5/12.
May 16, 2023: Prom tickets go on sale to students and their approved guests! Seniors who qualify for Free/Reduced-price tickets will be notified via letter and email.

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FHS 2023 Graduation Ceremony Update

The Franklin High School graduation ceremony will be held on Friday, June 30, 2023 at 5:00 PM at Memorial Stadium in Seattle.

Please encourage your 12 grade student to attend all monthly Senior Class Meetings so they learn how to acquire tickets for graduation, cap and gown ordering, and get information about prom and other graduation requirements. Students and families can stay up-to-date by checking this webpage often.

ASB Officers will host senior class meetings each month during advisory, starting at 12:30 PM. This is when seniors will learn about graduation requirements and other important information for graduates. These are the upcoming dates: May 9th, & June 1st. Seniors should plan to attend each meeting to prepare for graduation!

Again, all upcoming important dates for graduating students is available on our school website! Make sure to check this link frequently.

Also, for questions about graduation requirements, please reach out to your student’s counselor.

For questions about the graduation ceremony and senior check-out, reach out to Mrs. Guenther at allozen@seattleschools.org

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Athletics this week!
Track and Field
5/10 Metro Prelims, 2:45 PM
5/11 All Comers, 2:45 PM
5/12 Finals, 2:45 PM

FHS Quaker Forecast for May 1 through May 5

April 30, 2023

Hello Franklin Families,

Welcome to the month of May, 2023! We have less than two months until the end of the 2022-23 school year!

FHS Safety Procedure Changes

Our Building Safety Team continues to enforce new procedures in the 23-24 school year to help improve safety on our campus. The team has been doing a trial run of these procedures, which will continue through the end of the year. Students have been asked for their lanyards and school identification when they ring to enter the building. Students have been very receptive to the process and many are used to showing their ID to enter the building! We will continue to encourage them to follow the procedures.

Safety Procedure Change #1: Wearing ID badges to help identify Franklin staff and students.
Expectations

• All visitors are required to check in at the Main Office.
• All teachers and students are required to wear their ID.

Safety Procedure Change #2: Different Colored Hall Passes by Floor to Help Mitigate Time Spent Out of Class
Expectations

• There will be a different color hall pass for each floor. Students should only use the restroom on the floor where they have class.
• If students are not on the floor they are supposed to be we will contact home.
• Students inform their teacher (or other staff) know they are leaving the classroom before they leave
• Go straight to their destination and then return to class when finished
• Be gone for no longer than 10 minutes (unless it is an emergency)
• Use the pass after the first 10 minutes of the class period have passed
• Use the pass before the last 10 minutes of the class period
• Do not disrupt students or staff members in other classrooms during class

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FHS Prom Information
Sunday, June 4, 2023 5 – 9 p.m. at Within Sodo
May 1, 2023: Prom guest forms available in the Attendance Office for students bringing guests that are not current FHS students to prom. Forms are due by 4:00 p.m. on 5/12.
May 16, 2023: Prom tickets go on sale to students and their approved guests! Seniors who qualify for Free/Reduced-price tickets will be notified via letter and email.

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FHS 2023 Graduation Ceremony Update

• The Franklin High School graduation ceremony will be held on Friday, June 30, 2023, at 5:00 PM at Memorial Stadium in Seattle.
• Please encourage your 12th grade student to attend all monthly Senior Class Meetings so they learn how to acquire tickets for graduation, cap and gown ordering, and get information about prom and other graduation requirements. Senior students and families can stay up-to-date by checking this webpage often.
• ASB Officers will host senior class meetings each month during advisory, starting at 12:30 PM. This is when seniors will learn about graduation requirements and other important information for graduates. These are the upcoming dates: May 9, & June 1. Seniors should plan to attend each meeting to prepare for graduation!
• Again, all upcoming important dates for graduating students is available on our school website! Make sure to visit this page frequently for updates.
• Also, for questions about graduation requirements, please reach out to your student’s counselor. For questions about the graduation ceremony, reach out to Mrs. Guenther at allozen@seattleschools.org

FHS Quaker Forecast for April 24th – April 28th  

Hello Franklin Families,

Power Justice Freedom is a legacy Franklin event, dating back to somewhere around 2009, where we inspire students to be involved in their community and the world more broadly.  However, unfortunately due to Covid-19, we have not been able to have this event the past two years. This year Franklin is bringing Power Justice Freedom back and the theme is empowerment! The workshops that we planning to do had to be cancelled because of some planning roadblocks, so we’re just doing an assembly now. The guest speaker, Annabel Quintero, will talk about persisting through hardship and trauma and fostering resilience. In her personal stories she talks about dance as her way of healing and wants to inspire students to find their personal ways of persisting through challenges. Visit Annabel Quintero’s website.

FHS Safety Procedure Changes

Our Building Safety Team is wanting to enforce new procedures in the 23-24 school year to help improve safety on our campus. In order to do this, the team wants to do a trial-run of these procedures through the remainder of the school year. Thank you for your continued honesty with feedback as we try to provide additional safety procedures for our students and staff.

• Safety Procedure Change #1: Wearing ID badges to help identify Franklin staff and students.
  • Expectations
    • All visitors are required to check in at the Main Office.
    • All teachers and students are required to wear their ID.

• Safety Procedure Change #2: Different Colored Hall Passes by Floor to Help Mitigate Time Spent Out of Class
  • Expectations
    • There will be a different color hall pass for each floor. Students should only use the restroom on the floor where they have class. If students are not on the floor they are supposed to be – we will contact home.
    • Students inform their teacher (or another staff member in the classroom) know they are leaving the classroom before they leave
    • Go straight to their destination and then return to class when finished
    • Be gone for no longer than 10 minutes (unless it is an emergency)
    • Use the pass after the first 10 minutes of the class period have passed
    • Use the pass before the last 10 minutes of the class period
    • Do not disrupt students or staff members in other classrooms during class

FHS 2023 Graduation Ceremony Update

The Franklin High School graduation ceremony will be held on Friday, June 30, 2023 at 5:00 PM at Memorial Stadium in Seattle.

Please encourage your 12th grade student to attend all monthly Senior Class Meetings so they learn how to acquire tickets for graduation, cap and gown ordering, and get information about prom and other graduation requirements. Students and families can stay up-to-date by checking this webpage often.

Graduating seniors that still need to order a cap and gown must do so by April 30th to ensure they arrive in time for graduation. Orders for caps and gowns should be placed with National Achievers.

Financial assistance to acquire caps and gowns are available! Students should visit Ms. Agnes in Room 114 at Franklin High School.

ASB Officers will host senior class meetings each month during advisory, starting at 12:30 PM. This is when seniors will learn about graduation requirements and other important information for graduates. These are the upcoming dates: May 9, June 1, & June 11. Seniors should plan to attend each meeting to prepare for graduation! 

Again, all upcoming important dates for graduating students are available on our school website!

Also, for questions about graduation requirements, please reach out to your student’s counselor. For questions about the graduation ceremony and senior check-out, reach out to Mrs. Guenther at allozen@seattleschools.org

Give to the Franklin Annual PTSA Fund!

It is time once again to think about supporting our Franklin students and community with a donation to the annual PTSA fundraiser. The funds we raise, through your generosity, are used to help support students and staff activities across the Franklin community; from helping to ensure that staff and students have essential school supplies, to supporting student activities, holding staff appreciation events, and more. The PTSA fund has been an essential source of extra support and funding for the community for many years and we are asking for your support again so that we can ensure it continues to do so well into the future.

Any donation helps and we are hoping for a high level of participation this year, as we continue to support the school community’s recovery from the pandemic and return to an active on-campus world. 

If you would rather drop it off, look for our mailbox in the office. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with questions FranklinHighPTSA2023@gmail.com. Thank you all for all you do for your student, your school, and your community!

With gratitude,
Your Franklin High School PTSA

P.S. The PTSA encourages anyone who is interested in joining to please get in touch, we welcome all!

FHS Athletics this week

FHS Graduation Ceremony Update

The Franklin High School graduation ceremony will be held on Friday, June 30, 2023 at 5 p.m. at Memorial Stadium in Seattle. Please encourage your 12th grade student to attend all monthly Senior Class Meetings so they learn how to acquire tickets for graduation, cap and gown ordering, and get information about prom and other graduation requirements. Students and families can stay up-to-date by checking this webpage often. 

Graduating seniors that still need to order a cap and gown must do so by April 30 to ensure they arrive in time for graduation. Orders for cap and gown should be placed with National Achievers. 

Financial assistance to acquire caps and gowns are available! Students should visit Ms. Agnes in Room 114 at Franklin High School.

ASB Officers will host senior class meetings each month during advisory, starting at 12:30 p.m. This is when seniors will learn about graduation requirements and other important information for graduates. These are the upcoming dates: April 18, May 9, & June 1.

Seniors should plan to attend each meeting to prepare for graduation! Again, all upcoming important dates for graduating students is available on our school website! Make sure to check frequently for updates. 

For questions about graduation requirements, please reach out to your student’s counselor.

For questions about the graduation ceremony and senior check-out, reach out to Mrs. Guenther at allozen@seattleschools.org.

Give to the Franklin Annual PTSA Fund!

Dear Franklin High School family,

It is time once again to think about supporting our Franklin students and community with a donation to the annual PTSA fundraiser.

The funds we raise, through your generosity, are used to help support students and staff activities across the Franklin community; from helping to ensure that staff and students have essential school supplies, to supporting student activities, to holding staff appreciation events, and more. The PTSA fund has been an essential source of extra support and funding for the community for many years and we are asking for your support again so that we can ensure it continues to do so well into the future.

Any donation helps and we are hoping for a high level of participation this year, as we continue to support the school community’s recovery from the pandemic and return to an active on-campus world. 

Donate to the 2023 Franklin High Annual Fund!

Your donation will be immediately transferred to the Franklin PTSA fund! If you would rather drop it off, look for our mailbox in the office.

Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with questions FranklinHighPTSA2023@gmail.com.

Thank you all for all you do for your student, your school, and your community!

With gratitude,
Your Franklin High School PTSA

P.S. The PTSA encourages anyone who is interested in joining to please get in touch, we welcome all!

FHS Mock Trial Team Takes 3rd At State!

Congratulations to our FHS Mock Trial team on taking 3rd place at state! They went toe-to-toe with Seattle Prep and had everyone on the edge of their seats wondering if they would make it to the finals. We are so proud of the work that the students and coaches put in. Their time and effort totally paid off. Thank you to staff, students and families for their support of the team this year! Next year: Nationals.
#goquakers #mocktrial

FHS Athletics

Softball

• 4/4 Varsity @ Home, 4pm
• 4/6 Varsity @ Home, 4pm

Baseball

• 4/3 Varsity @ Home, 3:30pm
• 4/4 Varsity @ Shorecrest, 3:30pm
• 4/5 Varsity @ Cleveland, 3:30pm
• 4/7 Varsity @ Home, 3:30pm

Tennis

• 4/6 Varsity @ Home, 3:30pm

Soccer

• 4/3 Varsity @ Home, 5pm
• 4/3 JV @ SEAC, 6:30pm
• 4/5 Varsity @ Home, 5pm
• 4/5 JV @ Cleveland, 4pm
• 4/7 Varsity @ West Seattle, 4pm
• 4/7 JV @ Home, 5pm

Track

• 4/5 Varsity @ Lincoln, 2:45pm

Have an amazing week!

March 27, 2023

Dear Franklin Families,

This afternoon at approximately 2:30 pm, a small fire was detected in one of the rooms in our building. Fortunately, the fire was quickly detected and extinguished. All students and staff are safe and were not in harm’s way during this incident. The Seattle Fire Department and SPS safety and security team were notified and quickly responded. The room where the fire occurred is a room that is used for meetings and is not a classroom. Because the smoke caused poor air quality, the building was evacuated. An investigation into the cause of the fire is underway. Students were dismissed at our standard time. However, students were not able to re-enter the building to gather their items. The room is being professionally cleaned by the district this evening. 

Tomorrow morning (Tuesday) at 8:15 am, students should report to their 5th period class to retrieve their belongings, and then they should immediately report to their 2nd period class to start their day. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me. The office number is 206-252-6150.

Sincerely,

Dr. Joseph Williams III
Principal
Franklin High School
“Excellence is our standard!”

Welcome to the final week in the month of March!

Class of 2023 Graduation Information

Franklin High School’s graduation is currently hosted on June 29, 2023 at 5 p.m. at Memorial Stadium. Your FHS Leadership Team is working with district officials to change the date of graduation since it falls during the observance of Eid al-Adha. All Graduation updates can be found on our school website

Graduating seniors that still need to order a cap and gown must do so by April 30 to ensure they arrive in time for graduation. Orders for caps and gowns should be placed with National Achievers

Financial assistance to acquire caps and gowns are available! Students should visit Ms. Agnes in Room 114 at Franklin High School. ASB Officers will host senior class meetings each month during advisory, starting at 12:30 PM. This is when seniors will learn about graduation requirements and other important information for graduates. These are the upcoming dates: March 14, April 18, May 9, & June 1. Seniors should plan to attend each meeting to prepare for graduation!

All upcoming important dates for graduating students is available on our school website! Make sure to check this our Graduation Information page frequently for updates

For questions about graduation requirements, reach out to your student’s counselor. For questions about the graduation ceremony and senior check-out, reach out to Mrs. Guenther at allozen@seattleschools.org

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Give to the Franklin Annual PTSA Fund

Dear Franklin High School family,
As we weather the last short days of winter and look forward to spring, it is time once again to think about supporting our Franklin students and community with a donation to the annual PTSA fundraiser.
The funds we raise, through your generosity, are used to help support students and staff activities across the Franklin community; from helping to ensure that staff and students have essential school supplies, to supporting student activities, to holding staff appreciation events, and more. The PTSA fund has been an essential source of extra support and funding for the community for many years and we are asking for your support again so that we can ensure it continues to do so well into the future. Any donation helps and we are hoping for a high level of participation this year, as we continue to support the school community’s recovery from the pandemic and return to an active on-campus world. 

To donate follow this link:

Donate to the 2023 Franklin High Annual Fund!

Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with questions FranklinHighPTSA2023@gmail.com. Thank you all for all you do for your student, your school, and your community!

With gratitude,
Your Franklin High School PTSA

P.S. The PTSA encourages anyone who is interested in joining to please get in touch, we welcome all!   

FHS Athletics this week

Softball

3/28 Varsity @ Home, 4pm

3/31 Varsity @ Eastside, 4pm

Baseball

3/27 Varsity @ West Seattle HS, 7pm

3/29 Varsity @ Home, 3:30pm

Tennis

3/29 Varsity Boys @ Home

3:30pm 3/29 Varsity Girls @ Home

3:30pm 3/31 Varsity @ Rainer, 4pm

Soccer

3/28 Varsity @ Home, 5pm

3/30 JV @ Home, 5pm

3/31 Varsity @ Ingraham, 4:30pm

Have an amazing week!

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Dr. Joseph Williams III
Principal
Franklin High School
“Excellence is our standard!”

Dear Franklin School Community,

FHS Yearbook Grad-Ads are on sale from through Tuesday, March 21! 
Family and friends of seniors can buy sections of pages in the yearbook to advertise, give love, or recognize the accomplishments of a senior. Our sales window will only be open for three weeks, so purchase them now! Show some love to a special senior in your life because graduation is a big deal!  Take a look at some sample mock-ups here:

There are two easy steps you need to follow to purchase a grad ad:

Decide on the size and make payment through SchoolPay.  This must be done before March 21st!
Here are the options for Franklin Grad Ad prices and dimensions (see above for examples):

1. Full Page (8.5x11in): $100
2. Half Page (8.5×5.5in): $50
3. Quarter Page  (4.25×5.5in): $25
4. Eighth Page (4.25×2.75in): $15
5. Shoutouts (25 words): $5

GradAd Payment can be made on SchoolPay

1.   Once you buy a Grad-Ad, you can choose to create your own graphic (on Canva, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.) OR our design team can create one for you, with no extra charge!  You simply provide us with your message, photos and any design details.   All instructions are included in the following form that must be completed by March 21st! 

GradAd Upload

For Questions about GradAds, please reach out to oona.berk@gmail.com with any questions!

Also, if you missed the early bird sale….Yearbooks will be on sale through SchoolPay for the next three weeks at $60 each!  HOT TIP:  we are only informing seniors of this sale for the first week of the sales window. We have sold over 50% of the books already, so make sure to pre-order yours now before they run out.

 Purchase a yearbook through SchoolPay

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FHS Athletics this week

Softball

3/21 Varsity @ Roosevelt 4pm

2/23 Varsity @ Ballard, 4pm

Baseball

3/18 Varsity @ Lindbergh, 10am

3/21 Varsity @ Interlake, 4:30pm

3/22 Varsity @ Home, 3:30pm

Tennis

3/20 Varsity @ Chief Sealth, 4pm

3/22 Varsity @ Home

3:30pm 3/22 JV @ Lakeside, 3:30pm

Soccer

3/20 Varsity @ Garfield, 4pm

3/22 Varsity @ Home, 4:30pm

Track

3/23 Varsity @ SWAC Track, 2:45 PM  

Have an amazing week!

Dr. Joseph Williams III
Principal
Franklin High School
“Excellence is our standard!”

Dear Franklin School Community,

FHS Yearbook Grad-Ads are on sale from March 1st through March 21st.

Family and friends of seniors can buy sections of pages in the yearbook to advertise, give love, or recognize the accomplishments of a senior. Our sales window will only be open for three weeks, so purchase them now! Show some love to a special senior in your life because graduation is a big deal!  Take a look at some sample mock-ups here:

There are two easy steps you need to follow to purchase a GradAd

Decide on the size and make payment through SchoolPay.  This must be done before March 21st!

Here are the options for Franklin Grad Ad prices and dimensions (see above for examples):

1. Full Page (8.5x11in): $100
2. Half Page (8.5×5.5in): $50
3. Quarter Page (4.25×5.5in): $25
4. Eighth Page (4.25×2.75in): $15
5. Shout Outs (25 words): $5

Pay for Grad-Ad online via SchoolPay

1.   Once you buy a Grad-Ad, you can choose to create your own graphic (on Canva, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.) OR our design team can create one for you, with no extra charge!  You simply provide us with your message, photos and any design details.   All instructions are included in the following form that must be completed by March 21st! 

For Questions about GradAds, please reach out to oona.berk@gmail.com with any questions!

Also, if you missed the early bird sale….yearbooks iwll be on sale through SchoolPay for the next three weeks at $60 each!  HOT TIP:  we are only informing seniors of this sale for the first week of the sales window. We have sold over 50% of the books already, so make sure to pre-order yours now before they run out.

Purchase Yearbook online via SchoolPay

SEL Lessons for Advisory This Week

Mila Paige, Social Emotional Learning Consulting Teacher, created the following lessons for our FHS students that will be shared in Advisory this week:

• Day 1-Monday: Emotional Awareness and the Brain Lesson
• Day 2-Tuesday: Building Trust Lesson
• Day 3-Thursday: Trusted Adults Lesson
• Day 4-Friday: Boundaries Lesson

Washington and SPS policy on the need for Medication during School
“This is a reminder that Washington State Law forbids students from carrying any medication at school, over the counter (i.e., Tylenol, Ibuprofen, etc..), or prescribed (i.e., Asthma inhaler, migraine medication), without submitting the necessary signed forms to the school nurse. These forms must be signed by the student’s parent/guardian and a health care provider licensed to prescribe medication in Washington State. Additionally, students carrying approved medications at school may only use the medication themselves. Students must never share medications with another student. These laws ensure the safety of all students and protect parents’ rights to determine their child’s medical treatment.  If your student needs to carry medication at school, you can access the form on the SPS Health Services Website. Please contact the School Nurse, Russ Palumbo, if you need assistance or have any questions. He can be reached by phone 206-252-6157, or by email at: rupalumbo@seattleschools.org.”

FHS Spring Sports

The Spring Sports season has started, but it’s still not too late to join. If you have any questions, please email our FHS Athletic Director, Coach Cameron Dollar – cedollar@seattleschools.org or stop by the main office.

Have an amazing week!

Dr. Joseph Williams III
Principal
Franklin High School
“Excellence is our standard!”

February 24, 2023

Dear Franklin Parents and Guardians:

I am providing an update to my previous letter regarding the report made to Franklin High administration about one of our staff. The safety, security, and well-being of our students is our number one priority and when professional standards are not met by staff, we have systems in place to minimize and respond to incidents. Our community is close and an incident such as this may increase parent and student concerns. We will continue to support all our families while maintaining confidentiality as required by the SPD investigation and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), however, we wanted to make you aware of the situation as soon as we were able. 

Last week, we received a report that a staff member had been engaged in inappropriate conduct with a student. We take allegations of staff misconduct very seriously and immediately notified the Seattle Police Department (SPD), Seattle Public Schools (SPS) Human Resources, and Title IX Offices. As a result, the staff member was immediately put on leave and the SPD began an investigation. The staff member, Pawares Pathompornvivat, also known as Mr. Mac, was arrested, and charges have been filed. This remains an ongoing SPD investigation with which SPS is fully cooperating.  If you or your child has information about this case, please contact Detective Shannon Waldorf of the Seattle Police Department’s Special Assault Unit at 206-684-5575.

As we return from Mid-Winter Break, on Monday, February 27, 2023, additional social emotional, mental health, and support to restore relationships will be available to students and staff.  These supports along with maintaining consistency, predictability, and regular routines are most helpful for students as they move through difficult situations. The district has been in contact with our local experts, Harborview Abuse and Trauma Center (HATC) and King County Sexual Assault Resource Center, to let them know that our families may need their assistance. Please feel free to contact HATC at 206-744-1600 or Harborview Abuse & Trauma Center or King County Sexual Assault Resource Center at 888-998-6423  if you would like to discuss any general questions regarding this topic.    

Please be assured that the safety, security, and well-being of your children remain our number one priority at Franklin High School. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Sincerely,

Dr. Joseph Williams III
Principal
Franklin High School

Dear Franklin School Community,

Our Family Bell Schedule survey is live! We are gathering family opinions about our bell schedule for next year. Please fill out the form by 2/15/23 to share your opinion

This week, February 13-17, 2023, the Franklin HS Alumni Association (FAA) will be hosting the “Rising Tide” College Fair at the school. Many institutions of higher learning will be present. Students will be able to attend during their advisory period, throughout the week. Please encourage your children to attend. Thank you!

FHS Information Night
Wednesday, February 15th, 6 pm-8 pm
Franklin High School will host an information night for incoming 8th-grade families and new families to the area. Franklin High School is a special place and we want to get the word out to our families before Choice Forms are due on 2/28/23.

Washington and SPS policy on the need for Medication During School
“This is a reminder that Washington State Law forbids our students from carrying any medication at school, over the counter (i.e., Tylenol, Ibuprofen, etc..), or prescribed (i.e., Asthma inhaler, migraine medication), without submitting the necessary signed forms to the school nurse. These forms must be signed by the student’s parent/guardian and a health care provider licensed to prescribe medication in Washington State. Additionally, students carrying approved medications at school may only use the medication themselves. Students must never share medications with another student. These laws ensure the safety of all students and protect parents’ rights to determine their child’s medical treatment.  If your student needs to carry medication at school, you can access the form on the Seattle Public Schools Health Services Page. Please contact the School Nurse, Russ Palumbo, if you need assistance or have any questions. He can be reached by phone at 206-252-6157, or by email at: rupalumbo@seattleschools.org.”

FHS Winter Sports Awards
The All-Metro selections came out yesterday and Franklin High School has 4 All-Metro Sound Division selections to celebrate. On the girls’ side, the Lady Quakers had two First Team selections, a second team selection, and the Division’s Most Valuable Player! Only a 9th grader, Khamille Chappelle was selected as the Division MVP Award, the Division Defensive Player of the Year Award, and was joined by her teammate, Junior Neveah Hamburg on the All-Metro Sound Division First Team. The Lady Quakers were also represented on the All-Metro Sound Division Second Team with the selection of Senior, Charko Tucker. On the boy’s side, junior, Amari Harris made the All-Metro Sound Division First Team! Congratulations, Khamille, Neveah, Charko, and Amari! Job well done!

Springs Sports is Here
Spring sports registration is underway…-boys baseball, boys soccer, girls softball, coed tennis, coed track & field. The Spring season officially starts on February 27th. All are welcome to join. If you have any questions, then please email our FHS Athletic Director, Coach Cameron Dollar – cedollar@seattleschools.org or stop by the main office.

Next week is Mid-Winter Break. There will be no school the week of February 20th-February 24th. School will resume on Monday, February 27th.

Sincerely,

Dr. Joseph Williams III
Principal
Franklin High School
“Excellence is our standard!”

Dear Franklin Family,

Dear Franklin Family,

I would like to acknowledge that the Lunar New Year is a special time for many of our families. Unfortunately, the acts of violence that occurred at the celebrations in California left many devastated and heartbroken. I want to take a moment to acknowledge and recognize the impacts this tragic event has had on our Asian and Asian American communities. As Mr. Miyake mentioned in his e-mail to our staff, there are feelings of “…alarm, confusion, or even feelings of shame, embarrassment, or fear of further othering, etc.…” as a result of this event and other hate crimes towards the Asian and Asian American community.

I find myself specifically reflecting on our students, as the majority of our FHS student body identifies as Asian, Asian American, and/or Pacific Islander. Waiting until today, to mention about the Lunar New Year and the tragedy was an oversight on my part, and for that, I sincerely apologize. I wholeheartedly stand in solidarity with our AAPI students, staff, and families, which is why I will continue to reflect on my beliefs, biases, and actions to ensure an oversight such as this won’t happen again. Our FHS Leadership Team will work together with the district and other stakeholders to ensure our AAPI students, families, and staff have access to adequate and necessary support and resources. We are grateful and honored to be working alongside you all!

AAPI Student & Family Resources

• @AsiansforMentalHealth (Instagram)
  • Run by an Asian American psychologist and has comment threads with therapists offering free/reduced therapy sessions for the Asian Community
• @Subtleasianmentalhealth (on Facebook)
  • Offers free one-on-one supportive listening sessions
• National Suicide Hotline: 800-273-8255
• Crisis Hotline: call 1-800-273-TALK
• Crisis Text Line: Text “connect” to 741741
• NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) helpline: 1-800-950-6264
  • Text “NAMI” to 741741 for 24/7 crisis counseling

You are loved. You are seen. You are valued.

Sincerely,

Dr. Joseph Williams III
Principal
Franklin High School
“Excellence is our standard!”

Dear Franklin School Families,

The end of the semester is coming up quickly and there are some important updates for you before we wrap up the first half of the 2022-2023 school year!

School Building Hours

Franklin High School is open from 8:15 AM until 4:00 PM. Students that arrive before 8:15 AM or stay later than 4:00 PM may not be in the building unless they are being supervised by a teacher or other staff member. Students that are unsupervised will be asked to leave the building outside of building hours.

Financial Aid and Scholarship Workshop
January 25, 2023, 3:30 PM – 5 PM
SRV Boys and Girls Club
4520 MLK Jr. Way South
Please contact our Gloria Demissie at 206-436-1859, for additional information.

Almost, Maine Presented by FHS Drama Club

Our own Franklin High School Drama Club is putting on Almost, Maine directed by Sara Call! Opening weekend was a success, there are two more chances for you and your family to enjoy the work of our wonderful drama students! On January 26th, the show starts at 4:00 PM and on January 27th show starts at 6:30 PM. Tickets are $10 for FHS students and $15 for non-students. Tickets can be pre-purchased on SchoolPay through The Source.

• Pre-order tickets to Almost, Maine

Last Chance to Order Cap & Gown

The last call for seniors to order caps and gowns for graduation is here! Forms are due online no later than 11:59 PM on January 31st. Orders will not be accepted after January 31st. Check the FHS website to access the order form for caps and gowns or stop by the attendance office for help.

• Order FHS Graduation cap and gown

Finals Week 2/2-2/8

Semester 1 finals will happen between February 2nd and February 8th. Please check in with your student’s teachers to learn more about their plans for finals!

Winter Ball 2/10/23

• Winter Ball is hosted at The 101 in Pioneer Square this year on Friday, February 10th from 7PM-10PM.
• Tickets are on sale now during lunch, cash or check are acceptable forms of payment. Students that plan to attend Winter Ball must pre-purchase tickets!
• Tickets will not be sold at the door. Please note that Winter Ball tickets are not refundable or transferrable.
• FHS student tickets are $30 and guest tickets are $35.
• Guest permission slips are available in the attendance office and must be completed and turned in to the attendance office by 4PM on Friday, February 3rd. Late guest forms will not be accepted.
• The theme for this year’s Winter Ball is masquerade!

8th Grade Choices Night

It’s that time of year when current 8th graders, and future 9th graders, will be submitting their choice forms in February. If you have a current 8th grader or know anyone with a current 8th grader, that wants to check out Franklin, join us 6 PM-8 PM on Wednesday, February 15th for Choices Night! We will meet in the FHS Commons at 6 PM and share programs and department information and have a Q&A for families and prospective students!

Upcoming Athletics
Boys Basketball
1/23 @ Chief Sealth, 5:45pm
Girls Basketball
1/25 @ Chief Sealth, 5:45pm

Boys Swimming
1/27 @ Chief Sealth 4pm
Wrestling
1/25 Var @ Nathan Hale, 6:00pm

Sincerely,

Dr. Joseph Williams III
Principal
Franklin High School
“Excellence is our standard!”

Dear Franklin School Families,

Welcome to 2023 and back to school! I hope everyone had a wonderful vacation, and I also hope you were not caught by the airline or weather issues across the country, during the winter break.

End of Semester and Finals
And just like that, the end of first semester is upon us! SPS is encouraging high schools to hold finals on Feb. 2nd and 3rd to ensure there is enough time to have grades in before report cards are available for families to view. This SPS recommendation will not affect our class schedule.

Athletics

Boys Basketball
1/10 JV, Var @ FHS, 5:45, 7:30
1/13 JV, Var @ FHS, 5:30, 8:30

Girls Basketball
1/11 JV, Var @ FHS, 5:45, 7:30
1/13 JV, Var @ FHS, 4:00, 7:00

Boys Swimming
1/13 Var @ Nathan Hale, 4:00

Wrestling
1/11 Var @ Roosevelt, 6:00, 7:30

Almost, Maine Play

Franklin Performing Arts is proud to present Almost, Maine by John Cariani on January 20, 21, 26, 27 directed by our very own Ms. Sara Call! We hope to see you there!

Sincerely,

Dr. Joseph Williams III
Principal
Franklin High School
“Excellence is our standard!”

Dear Franklin School Families,

Welcome to 2023 and back to school! I hope everyone had a wonderful vacation, and I also hope you were not caught by the airline or weather issues across the country, during the winter break.

End of Semester and Finals
And just like that, the end of first semester is upon us! SPS is encouraging high schools to hold finals on Feb. 2nd and 3rd to ensure there is enough time to have grades in before report cards are available for families to view. This SPS recommendation will not affect our class schedule.

Athletics

Boys Basketball
1/10 JV, Var @ FHS, 5:45, 7:30
1/13 JV, Var @ FHS, 5:30, 8:30

Girls Basketball
1/11 JV, Var @ FHS, 5:45, 7:30
1/13 JV, Var @ FHS, 4:00, 7:00

Boys Swimming
1/13 Var @ Nathan Hale, 4:00

Wrestling
1/11 Var @ Roosevelt, 6:00, 7:30

Almost, Maine Play

Franklin Performing Arts is proud to present Almost, Maine by John Cariani on January 20, 21, 26, 27 directed by our very own Ms. Sara Call! We hope to see you there!

Sincerely,

Dr. Joseph Williams III
Principal
Franklin High School
“Excellence is our standard!”

December 12, 2022

FHS Staff Appreciation Lunch from PTSA on Thursday 12/15

The PTSA will be providing lunch for all staff on Thursday, 12/15 catered by Tutta Bella.  The PTSA is asking parents to bring either homemade or store-bought baked goods for dessert. The deserts can be dropped off in the FHS main office on Thursday, 12/15, between 8:30 AM and 10:00 AM.  Also, the PTSA monthly meeting is this Wednesday, 12/14 at 6:30 PM in Room 205. 

1-Hour Early Release on Friday 12/16

Here is the bell schedule:

• 2nd Period = 8:50 – 10:25
• Nutrition = 10:30 – 10:35
• 4th Period = 10:40 – 12:15
• Lunch = 12:25 – 12:55
• 6th Period = 1:05 – 2:40

Winter Break 12/20-1/2/23

There will be no school during winter break. School will resume on Tuesday, January 3rd at 8:50 AM!

Athletics This Week

• Boys Basketball
  • 12/9 JV, Varsity @ Ingraham, 5:30, 8:30
  • 12/13 Frosh JV, Varsity @ FHS, 4:00, 5:45, 7:00
  • 12/16 JV, Var @ Chief Sealth, 5:30, 8:30
• Girls Basketball
  • 12/9 JV, Varsity @ Ingraham, 4:00, 7:00
  • 12/14 JV, Var @ Roosevelt, 5:45, 7:30
  • 12/16 JV, Var @ Chief Sealth, 4:00, 7:00
• Boys Swimming
  • 12/9 @ Garfield, 4:00
  • 12/16 @ Rainier Beach, 4:00
• Wrestling
  • 12/14 @ Cleveland, 6:00 PM, 7:30 PM

Dear Franklin High School Families,

Welcome to the second week of December 2022!

Dear Franklin Community,
I believe it would be helpful for our staff and families to know how the leadership team handles complaints from students and families. If we get a complaint from a student or family, more often than not, we will ask them if they have reached out to the teacher to resolve the problem. If they have not, then we will ask students and families to speak with staff members directly in order to resolve the concern. If the issue cannot be resolved between the staff member and the parent or student, then the admin team is happy to provide families with support to resolve the situation.

I want everyone to know that we are all on the same team. Please know that my door is always open to you, staff, students, and families. If you have questions or concerns about how we are doing, or how we can be better as a leadership team. If you have a concern, please stop by and we’re happy to discuss how we can continue to grow and improve.

In the best interest of students, staff, and the FHS community,
Dr. Joseph Williams III

FHS Athletics for this week
Tuesday 12/6/22
Boys’ Basketball:
4:30 PM Frosh @ Lincoln HS
5:45 PM JV @ Lincoln HS
7:30 PM Varsity @ Lincoln HS

Wednesday 12/7/22
6:00 PM Boys Wrestling @ Franklin HS

Girls Basketball:
5:45 PM JV @ Lincoln HS
7:00 PM Varsity @ Lincoln HS

Tuesday 12/6/22
Boys’ Basketball:
4:30 PM Frosh @ Lincoln HS
5:45 PM JV @ Lincoln HS
7:30 PM Varsity @ Lincoln HS

Wednesday 12/7/22
6:00 PM Boys Wrestling @ Franklin HS

Girls Basketball:
5:45 PM JV @ Lincoln HS
7:00 PM Varsity @ Lincoln HS

Friday 12/9/22
Boys Swim
4 PM Varsity v. Garfield @ RB Pool

Basketball
4 PM: JV @ Ingraham HS
5:30 PM JV @ Ingraham HS
7 PM: Varsity @ Ingraham HS
8:30 PM Varsity @ Ingraham HS

Boys Swim
4 PM Varsity v. Garfield @ RB Pool

Dear Franklin High School Families,

Wow! It’s hard to believe that this week we will be going into the month of December! This school year is going by very fast!

FHS Athletics for this week

Friday, December 2nd
Girls JV Basketball / 4:00 PM / Nathan Hale HS
Boys JV Basketball / 5:30 PM / Nathan Hale HS
Girls Varsity Basketball / 7:00 PM / Nathan Hale HS
Boys Varsity Basketball / 8:30 PM / Nathan Hale HS

A Note of Support and Acknowledgement

The terrible events that occurred in Colorado Springs leave our hearts deeply saddened. Numerous people have been injured, traumatized, or lost friends, family, and chosen family as a result of this horrendous crime. We recognize the brave individuals who intervened, as well. We stand with the LGBTQIA+ community in our school, the surrounding south-end community, and beyond. Hate has no place here at Franklin High School and will not be tolerated. We must commit to protecting, supporting, and maintaining safe spaces for LGBTQIA+ staff and students on campus. We believe all students should have their identities affirmed, feel safe and welcome, be their whole selves, and see themselves reflected in their experiences at FHS.

Thank You, Ms. Kelly (Head of School Safety @ FHS)!

Since starting at FHS in 2016, Ms. Kelly has made an incredible impact on our school community. Our FHS students would describe Ms. Kelly as, “that auntie that is always on your case but you know she’s got love for you.” Thank you, Ms. Kelly, for your years of protection and dedication to our students. You will be missed! Ms. Kelly’s last day at FHS is Dec. 2nd, and we wish her all the best in the next chapter of her life!

Have an amazing week!

Sincerely,

Dr. Williams
Principal
Franklin High School
“Excellence is our standard!”

Dear Franklin High School Community,

As I reflect on all that has occurred at FHS these past few months, I am thankful and grateful to be part of such a dynamic and caring school community!

FHS Schedule for this week

Date	Schedule
Monday 11/21	Regular Block Schedule
Tuesday 11/22	Regular Block Schedule
Wednesday 11/23	Regular Wednesday Schedule
Thursday 11/24	No School
Friday 11/25	No School

Art Quake Showcase
Congratulations to our Art department for the incredible work they are all doing with our students. Our community SHOWED UP for the showcase this past Wednesday. There were performances by the band and orchestra, improv team, and acting scenes from the upcoming show: Almost, Maine! Franklin has a rich history, rooted in creativity and the arts, and continued access to these creative outlets is important for all students!

Makeup Picture Day – Tuesday 11/22/22
Students who have not taken their picture yet will receive a pass on Monday during 3rd period that will identify when they will have their photo taken in the Auditorium on Tuesday. Running Start students have received an email with this same information. Students will need this pass in order to leave class to have their photo taken. Lastly, since students are receiving ID cards, the wait may be longer than photos taken in the past, and timing is not predictable.

A Note from Admin About Hall Passes
With guidance from the Safety Committee, SIT, security, and families, our leadership team will begin meeting with students and their families over the next few weeks to provide intervention around class attendance and engagement. After these family meetings, the leadership team will determine the next steps and communicate these steps with the necessary staff members. These family conversations may result in changes to what a student has access to the building, with the goal of increasing attendance in class and overall student engagement.

Dear Franklin High School Community,

We want to thank you for your communication and support this week. It has been a challenging time and we continue to keep all those who are a part of the Ingraham community in our hearts.

As some of you may have heard, there is a districtwide student walkout planned for 9:50 a.m. this morning related to gun violence prevention. The plans for this walkout have students proceeding to downtown Seattle and congregating at Seattle City Hall. I do want to note that while this is not a school or district-sponsored event, Franklin HS supports students exercising their rights to engage in political expression and civic engagement in a peaceful manner.

Should you and your student decide that this is something that your student will take part in, we ask for your assistance with attendance. As Washington state law requires that we maintain accurate attendance records, communication about your student’s attendance is important. To excuse your student’s absence, please have your student complete the attached Civic Engagement Activity Form to the attendance office Monday morning before the walkout. Related to the demands that this student walkout is promoting, please note that Franklin High School is actively in the process of hiring a social worker to join our team.

Respectfully,

Dr. Williams 
Principal
Franklin High School
 

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Message from Superintendent Jones
The Nov. 12 Update sent to families,

Superintendent Jones said: Gun violence is something no student, family, or educator should have to endure. Tragic events like this hit home especially hard. As a community, we can steer our students away from violence. We can teach our children the value of tolerance. In his comments at last week’s Seattle School Board meeting, Superintendent Jones introduced a safety initiative comprised of three elements: A district-wide safety and security audit Creation of a community action team Launch of a child well-being council Watch Superintendent Jones’ video message to learn more. As a reminder, our community has access to the SPS Safe Schools Hotline. You can use the SPS Safe Schools Hotline 206-252-0510 to report any threats to SPS schools. This phone number is managed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Dear Franklin HS Community,
Welcome to the month of November! Some of you may not know about the two young men and Franklin students that died this school year— Omar Abdulle (who would have been an 11th grader) in late August, just before school began and Liban Ahmed (who graduated from Franklin in June 2022) died just last weekend. There are no words that can do justice to the impact the loss of these two young men had on our students and staff. Although I was not able to personally meet these two young men, I have been told by both staff and students that these young men were respected, loved, and adored by many fellow students and faculty. I also want to acknowledge and apologize that recognition for Omar did not take place in September, during our first week of school. Going forward, I am committed to ensuring that we have a clear, consistent Franklin protocol for recognizing and acknowledging our students and staff when we experience a loss or tragic event.

Sincerely,
Dr. Williams
FHS Principal

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Upcoming Dates

• Special Bell Schedule 11/9 & 11/10 for Veteran’s 4-Day Week
• The last day to pre-order yearbooks for $50 is 11/9
• Picture Make-Ups & Retakes on 11/22
• Last JV Football game on 11/7 at FHS

FHS Athletics

Winter sports start soon! Sign up for wrestling, boys’ & girls’ basketball, co-ed ultimate frisbee club, gymnastics, & boys’ swim & dive.

“Coaching the Game of Life”
This week, the Seattle Medium published an article highlighting the importance of mentorship in our community. Franklin’s very own, Coach Craig Jackson, was proudly interviewed and featured! Although this article focuses on the impact coaching makes on our student-athletes -we believe the message applies beyond our athletics program. Relationships with students in the classroom and beyond class periods are proven to have a positive impact on how students view education, improve school attendance, help with interpersonal skills and reflect on lifestyle decisions. Let’s continue to focus on the whole student by building and maintaining relationships in meaningful ways. Congrats again to Coach Jackson on the newspaper feature!

October 31, 2022

Dear Franklin HS Community,

We are cruising through the month of October, and it has been fun visiting classrooms and observing the awesome teaching and learning that is taking place at Franklin High School. The students and staff are working hard and having fun!

Updates from the Levy Team

The levy team will be hosting tutoring sessions in room 310 after school for one hour, during advisory each day, and one Saturday each month. Please reach out to Christina Black for additional information at cmblack@seattleschools.org

Other Important Updates

• Yearbooks are on presale for $50 until November 9th
• School picture days are 10/27 and 11/1! School picture ordering information
• PTSA Meeting at FHS on 11/16 at 6:30 PM
• FHS Graduation ceremony is Thursday 6/29/22 at 5 PM at Memorial Stadium

Athletics This Week

• 10/24: JV Football v. Ingraham at FHS 4:00 PM
• 10/27: Cross Country District Championship at Lower Woodlands