The 4th grade band also put on an enthusiastic show for our Franklin students!
It's showtime! Our fourth grade Beginner Band kicks off our Spring concerts under the direction of Mr. Staluppi.
Third graders visited Ellis Island as part of their immigration unit. The weather was perfect! Some students found the names of their relatives who passed through Ellis Island!
Our annual Crossing Guard Breakfast is a chance to celebrate and thank our crossing guards for their hard work and dedication. We found out that La-Tia is a poet. She shared this poem about her post at the corner of Elm and Sinclair! Thank you La-Tia!
On Elm
For a time, I stand in the sunlight
It’s light blinding upon my face
For a time, I’m filled with joyful grace
On Elm
Upon each face, I see daily
Playful banter in the morning light
Every autumn, winter, spring morning, and summer afternoon.
For a time, I stand in the sunlight, and everything in the world is alright.
On Elm Street, I watch the seasons change just as the people do. Every child, big and small, grows and evolves through. Every parent beaming proudly siblings and nannies too.
On Elm
Such a small part to play in these miracles of life
The Lord full of his love and grace is evident on this corner each and every day.
It is the only way I could express such gratitude in my smile and attitude.
On Elm
They offer me a way to stay childlike
No rain, no heat, no storm could change the way I feel.
It is an honor and blessing to serve.
On Elm ©inspiredlatia
I am grateful to God. Thankful for the families!
All words property ©inspiredlatia
3R ended their poetry unit with a very cool poetry slam!
What a great week to kick off Recess Runners!
Student leaders from No Place For Hate (NPFH) at WHS visited Franklin to explain the program that starts in middle school. 5th Graders could then sign the NPFH pledge.
Congrats to Hazel for being Franklin's winner of the annual Earth Day Poster Contest!
Based on preliminary results, voters APPROVED all questions in the budget vote and bond referendum! Check your email inbox for an update from Dr. G. Thank you for voting! Details: westfieldnjk12.org/vote
Polls close soon. If you have yet to cast your ballot in the Westfield Public Schools budget vote and bond referendum, in-person voting will remain open until 8 p.m. westfieldnjk12.org/vote
Tomorrow’s the day! The budget vote and bond referendum take place on April 15, offering a unique opportunity to leverage $57.5 million in debt service aid . Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Find your polling location here: westfieldnj.gov/236/Elections-Voting
The April 15 bond referendum includes up to $57.5M in state debt service aid—reducing the local share of costs. Learn what this would mean for Westfield Public Schools: westfieldnjk12.org/vote
📢 Reminder to all Westfield residents: Don't forget to visit our Budget + Bond portal for crucial information before going to the polls on April 15. Your vote counts ! westfieldnjk12.org/vote
🎥 Want to understand the details behind our April 15 Bond Referendum? Our video series breaks down the key projects, funding plans, and the process, making it easy for you to stay informed! Watch now and get the full picture: https://bit.ly/Bond-Referendum-Videos
Our panoramic photo is always a great community building event! A brave photographer (who is not afraid of heights!) takes the photos from the roof!
Each student received a passport and collected stickers as they went from country to country.
Another amazing Multicultural Night! So many countries with rich cultures, traditions and delicious food! The vibrance of the Franklin was on full display. Thank you to everyone who cooked and prepared a table for this wonderful night!
Deacon Gibbons stopped by Franklin School to pick up the food donations that were collected for Ramadan. Our student leaders helped him carry the food to his truck.
The Franklin Readers and Leaders STEAM club was lucky enough to have a visitor from a woman and her puppy that she is raising for The Seeing Eye of Morristown. The Seeing Eye has paired more than 18,000 dogs with owners, that enables people who are blind to lead independent lives. The cost to raise, train and match the dogs is about $75,000, and the cost for a person to adopt their partner is only $150. This cost has remained the same since the organization began in 1929. Please consider sending loose change in with your child so they can add to the Pennies for Puppies donation containers in each class.
ICYMI 📬 Dr. G’s Budget + Bond email updates are posted in News section of district website. While each message contains important info, #1 explains how to vote, #2 outlines estimated costs, #3 breaks down school-by-school projects, and #4 provides a recap. westfieldnjk12.org
