Vincent Van Gogh has some advice for all of the budding artists at Franklin.
6 months ago, Franklin Elementary School
Spring STEAM is up and running! Students are learning about mixing materials, the science of cooking, electronics and putting the Arts in STEM!! That's just to name a few things. More pictures next week!
6 months ago, Franklin Elementary School
Two Lunch Tuesday Contest is underway! Our 5th graders go around the building collecting the lunches. Each week a grade level is in charge of going the extra mile! Last week, 1st grade made 107 lunches. This week, 2nd grade made 73. 1st grade is in the lead! Let's see what 3rd grade can do next week!
6 months ago, Franklin Elementary School
These two Franklin leaders made this announcement today to get the ball rolling!!
March Madness: Coping Skills.
Get ready, because Franklin School Rocks at Coping Skills! This month we are kicking off our very own March Madness of Coping Skills tournament!
In the end, we’ll find out which coping strategy is Franklin’s favorite. Just like in a basketball tournament, different strategies will face off in exciting match-ups. For example, you might vote for using a fidget vs. deep breathing, or taking a walk vs. listening to music.
Today begins our Sweet 16 - Each class will get a chance to vote on the match-ups. Make sure your votes are in by Wednesday at the end of the day!
We will be announcing the winners of each round and filling in our big bracket outside of room 218, so be sure to check it out and see which coping strategies are moving on to the next round.
6 months ago, Franklin Elementary School
Second grade students learned about artists Wayne Thiebaud and contemporary artists Kenny Scharf, Jae Yong Kim, and Rommy de Bommy, who create fun artwork inspired by sweet treats.
Students used Model Magic to sculpt their own donuts while practicing clay techniques such as rolling the clay into a ball, forming a snake shape, pinching and pulling, and adding color with markers. They could also decorate their donuts with details like drizzle or sprinkles. Some students even made paper boxes and designed labels or bakery logos for their creations.
These donuts look good enough to eat!
6 months ago, Franklin Elementary School
Using coping strategies makes us stronger!
Mrs. Pepe, our counselor, created a fun way for teachers and students to talk about coping strategies. With March Madness on the horizon, students are voting for the strategies that they use most.
Coping Skills Sweet 16
Coping strategies help when we have big feelings. They can help us calm down, feel safe, and get ready to handle challenges--making us more resilient! Think about which coping strategy helps you the most. Then vote for your favorite in each match-up! Will your favorite become Franklin’s Coping Strategy Champion? Here is the slideshow in case you would like to reinforce any of these at home!
6 months ago, Franklin Elementary School
5th grade students began this unit by creating an animal portrait through drawing or collage. In the next stage, they added a sculptural element to their work. Students were challenged to transform their original animal designs into relief artworks using a variety of materials. To bring their animals to life, they incorporated paint, paint markers, ribbon, paper clay, cardboard, and other mixed media. The result was a collection of creative and expressive animal reliefs that showcase both artistic skill and imagination.
6 months ago, Franklin Elementary School
Students have been working on a "collaborative quilt" for Women's History Month.
6 months ago, Franklin Elementary School
Jake, one of our 5th grade leaders, made an announcement on the loudspeaker today to promote Youth Art Month--a quote from Andy Warhol.
"Don't think about making art, just get it done. Let everyone else decide if it's good or bad, whether they love it or hate it. While they are deciding, make even more art."
6 months ago, Franklin Elementary School
Teachers often provide a little positive reinforcement for good behaviors and hard-work. That can range from a simple compliment to some extra time outside, board games or a PJ day. Occasionally teachers go big. 3P had a slime event! Looks very slimy!
6 months ago, Franklin Elementary School
Franklin students had a special assembly for Music In Our Schools Month today. The Roosevelt 8th Grade Band played a series of songs. It was great to see so many former Franklin students. They've grown up so much and their development as musicians was on full display.
6 months ago, Franklin Elementary School
2nd graders participated in Dinosaurs Rock assembly program this morning.
6 months ago, Franklin Elementary School
For Read Across America Day Mrs. Kennedy our Librarian thought we should "drop everything and read"! The entire school spent the last 15 minutes of the day quietly enjoying books in the hallway!
6 months ago, Franklin Elementary School
Our students leaders make announcements in the morning over the loudspeaker. We wrapped up The Kids Heart Challenge from February as we usher in Women's History Month and Holi. Thank you to our student leaders!
6 months ago, Franklin Elementary School
Our annual author day, sponsored by our PTO, was a hit! Author and illustrator Michael Rex presented about how he approaches writing and illustrating his books.
6 months ago, Franklin Elementary School
Students participated in SEL Day activities such as yoga, breathing, coloring, and listening to mindful music.
6 months ago, Franklin Elementary School
What an ending!
6 months ago, Franklin Elementary School
Incredible evening performance! Next stop Broadway!
6 months ago, Franklin Elementary School
Stage crew decorated the concession stand area and the actors just got their last minute directions from their director! 30 minutes until show time!
6 months ago, Franklin Elementary School
More photos from Annie Jr.
6 months ago, Franklin Elementary School
