FRANKLIN — Franklin Public Schools has secured $150,000 in state earmarked funding and a competitive innovation grant to support the redesign and modernization of the Franklin Middle School library and STEM space.
The funding, secured with the advocacy of state Rep. Jeff Roy, will help transform the current library into a Library and Innovation Commons.
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The funding, secured with the advocacy of state Rep. Jeff Roy, will help transform the current library into a Library and Innovation Commons.
Read the entire article here: https://41518511.hs-sites.com/franklin-public-schools-secures-150k-innovation-grant-to-redesign-modernize-middle-school-library
FRANKLIN — Franklin Middle School recently brought students, families, and educators together for its MCAS Alternative Assessment (MCAS-Alt) Portfolio Viewing Party, an event designed to celebrate student growth and create a meaningful opportunity for families and school staff to connect.
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FRANKLIN — Franklin High School seniors recently visited the Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC) to share original children’s books they created in their Children’s Literature class.
The visit was part of a growing partnership between FHS and the ECDC over the past three years.
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The visit was part of a growing partnership between FHS and the ECDC over the past three years.
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Your April School Committee Newsletter is here! Stay informed & connected.
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FRANKLIN – F.X. O’Regan Early Childhood Education Center is pleased to share that students recently celebrated Read Across America Week with a visit from guest readers.
On March 6, special guests from across Franklin Public Schools and the community visited the Pond Street and Oak Street Early Childhood Education Center locations to continue the annual tradition of reading to Franklin’s youngest learners during Read Across America Week. This yearly event is a memorable experience for students that fosters a love of reading through shared stories across the Franklin community.
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On March 6, special guests from across Franklin Public Schools and the community visited the Pond Street and Oak Street Early Childhood Education Center locations to continue the annual tradition of reading to Franklin’s youngest learners during Read Across America Week. This yearly event is a memorable experience for students that fosters a love of reading through shared stories across the Franklin community.
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FRANKLIN — Franklin High School is proud to share that freshman Marina Zaki recently won third place at the Poetry Out Loud state final.
Poetry Out Loud is a national arts education program that encourages the study of poetry through a recitation competition for high school students. Participants memorize and recite poems selected from the Poetry Out Loud database and are judged based on their physical presence, voice and articulation, interpretation, evidence of understanding and overall performance.
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Franklin Public Schools will have a 2-hour delay for students and a 1-hour delay for staff on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. All before-school and ECDC programs will be cancelled. Please check your email for additional details.
It was truly our pleasure to welcome the Spanish National Honor Society students into our second grade classrooms.
After the visit, when connecting with teachers, they all echoed the same sentiments. They commented on how passionate, well-prepared, and confident the students were, and how naturally they connected with our second graders. The lesson was engaging and interactive, and it was clear how much care and preparation went into their work.
I value these partnerships and growing opportunities for students to connect across grade levels. Experiences like this are incredibly meaningful.
After the visit, when connecting with teachers, they all echoed the same sentiments. They commented on how passionate, well-prepared, and confident the students were, and how naturally they connected with our second graders. The lesson was engaging and interactive, and it was clear how much care and preparation went into their work.
I value these partnerships and growing opportunities for students to connect across grade levels. Experiences like this are incredibly meaningful.
Franklin's Washington Street K-2 School Selected for State-Supported Early Literacy Tutoring Program
FRANKLIN — The Washington Street K-2 School has been selected to participate in the Winter/Spring 2026 Early Literacy High-Dosage Tutoring initiative through the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) to offer targeted, evidence-based reading support to first and second grade students.
Read the entire article here: https://41518511.hs-sites.com/franklins-washington-street-k-2-school-selected-for-state-supported-early-literacy-tutoring-program
FRANKLIN — The Washington Street K-2 School has been selected to participate in the Winter/Spring 2026 Early Literacy High-Dosage Tutoring initiative through the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) to offer targeted, evidence-based reading support to first and second grade students.
Read the entire article here: https://41518511.hs-sites.com/franklins-washington-street-k-2-school-selected-for-state-supported-early-literacy-tutoring-program
Eighth-grade students learned more about Franklin High School athletics by visiting booths representing over 30 teams and speaking with current athletes during Panther Pride Night. (Photo Courtesy Franklin Public Schools)
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The February School Committee Newsletter is available now. Check out what the School Committee covered in the first 3 meetings of the year.
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FRANKLIN — Principal Maria Weber and Athletic Director Karrah Ellis are proud to share that Franklin High School is celebrating a lengthy list of individual honors earned by its student-athletes and coaches during the fall 2025 season.
These awards, distinctions and all-star selections add to the many team accomplishments that made this one of the school’s strongest fall athletic seasons in recent years, including Franklin High Cheerleading winning the Division I State Championship and the Girls Volleyball victory in the MIAA Division I State Championship, marking the program’s first-ever state title.
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These awards, distinctions and all-star selections add to the many team accomplishments that made this one of the school’s strongest fall athletic seasons in recent years, including Franklin High Cheerleading winning the Division I State Championship and the Girls Volleyball victory in the MIAA Division I State Championship, marking the program’s first-ever state title.
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ECDC 26-27 PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!!
Please visit the ECDC website: https://www.franklinps.net/o/ecdc/page/registrationenrollment
Please visit the ECDC website: https://www.franklinps.net/o/ecdc/page/registrationenrollment
🎉 Jefferson Elementary School has been named a Massachusetts Blue Ribbon School, recognizing outstanding teaching, learning, and school culture. Click the link for more details: https://41518511.hs-sites.com/franklins-jefferson-elementary-school-named-a-massachusetts-blue-ribbon-school
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State champs celebrated, FY27 budget previewed, and key school updates. See what the School Committee covered.
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State champs celebrated, FY27 budget previewed, and key school updates. See what the School Committee covered.
Read the entire Newsletter here: https://5il.co/3t10h
Franklin High School celebrated Veterans Day by hosting a special panel discussion led by members of the district community who have served in the United States Armed Forces.
The event took place during the district's new WIN Block, a flexible period added to this year's schedule that provides targeted academic support, intervention, and enrichment.
Read the full article here: https://41518511.hs-sites.com/franklin-high-school-hosts-veteran-led-panel-during-new-win-block
The event took place during the district's new WIN Block, a flexible period added to this year's schedule that provides targeted academic support, intervention, and enrichment.
Read the full article here: https://41518511.hs-sites.com/franklin-high-school-hosts-veteran-led-panel-during-new-win-block
Congratulations to our incredible student athletes!
Girls Varsity Field Hockey, Soccer, Volleyball, and our Cheerleading Team all advanced to the State Championship round, an extraordinary achievement for our school community. A special shoutout to our D1 State Champions in Cheer and Volleyball! The hard work and dedication of our coaches and athletes make us Panther-proud!
Girls Varsity Field Hockey, Soccer, Volleyball, and our Cheerleading Team all advanced to the State Championship round, an extraordinary achievement for our school community. A special shoutout to our D1 State Champions in Cheer and Volleyball! The hard work and dedication of our coaches and athletes make us Panther-proud!
New School Committee, new updates! Check out the latest newsletter for meeting highlights, community news, and more. Read now: https://5il.co/3sh1v
Don’t miss the final 2023 - 2025 School Committee update! Key news, goals, and events inside.
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FHS Homecoming Weekend 2025
