Pembroke Pines K-8 Campus

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Parent Orientation

Kindergarten

Franklin Academy Pembroke Pines K-8 Campus

Established 2011

Notable Achievements

Franklin From Afar

In accordance with Broward County School

Board, Franklin Academy will begin the 2020-

2021 school year via remote live instruction.

First Day of School

Wednesday, August 19, 2020 (K – 8)

Lunch Time

11:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (K – 8)

Daily Special Schedules (K – 5)

Special Area Classes | 40 minutes

Recess | 20 minutes

Brain Breaks and Stretch Breaks

General School Information

School Hours

8:00 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. (K – 8)

PLEASE NOTE:

• All Kindergarten classes have the same daily schedule.

• The instructional framework will include whole/small

group instruction, intervention, enrichment, guided

practice and independent activities.

• This schedule is a SAMPLE ONLY. Specific schedules and

teacher assignments will be published at a later date.

Sample Schedule: Kindergarten

Time Subject

8:00 am – 9:30 am Language Arts

9:45 am – 10:45 am Mathematics

11:00 am – 11:30 am Lunch

11:35 am – 12:15 pm Science

12:20 pm – 12:40 pm Recess

12:45 pm – 1:15 pm Social Studies

1:20 pm – 2:00 pm Special Area

2:15 pm – 2:45 pm Reading

Kindergarten Courses

English Language Arts

Science

Social Studies

Mathematics

Special Area Art | Music | PE | Spanish | Chess | Media

Instructional Resources

Learning Resources

i-Ready Nearpod

Think Central Flocabulary

STEMscopes Discovery Education

Into Social Studies Brain Pop

RAZ Kids BOOM Cards

Parent Workshops will be held to help you

become acclimated to these resources.

Homework Policy – “No Homework”

Gifted / Enrichment Services

ESE and ESOL Services

Data and Progress Monitoring

Differentiated Instructional Model

Formative and Summative Assessments

Standards-Based Instruction

State-Approved Textbooks

Certified Professional Educators

Curriculum | Assessment | Special Programs

Curriculum Curbside Pick-UpA schedule will be published with specific dates and

times for pick-up of student curriculum materials,

including workbooks, manipulatives and other

consumable items.

Supply Lists Updated supply lists are published on the school’s

website and were sent via email to all families.

Headphones or Headsets (no earbuds) Students are required to have headsets to promote an

optimal level of interaction during distance learning.

Elementary Materials and Supplies

Uniform RequirementsiUniforms | www.iuniforms.com

Mandatory Uniform Top | PE Uniform Recommended

Dress Code Enforced

AttendanceDaily attendance will be taken by the teacher for each

class period. Students will be marked tardy after 8:00

a.m. All compulsory attendance laws are in full effect.

Special Updates

Transportations ServicesDuring distance learning, transportation is not necessary.

Transportation may not be feasible during Phase 2 if

social distancing guidelines prevent full capacity seating.

Technology

School-Issued Technology Devices

Device SpecificationsDesktops and laptops with integrated cameras are

recommended over tablets as some instructional

programs will not operate on a tablet.

How Do I Rent a Device? Did You Complete the Technology Survey?

A schedule for pick-up of school-issued rental devices

will be published during the week of August 10th.

Rental Agreements Parents will be required to sign a rental

agreement if borrowing a device from school.

Rental DevicesThe school-issued device may be an all-in-one

desktop (w/ keyboard and mouse) or a laptop.

National School Lunch Program (NSLP)

Lunch Provider: SLA Management

Pick-Up Service / Drive-Through Only• Available Monday and Wednesday only

• Monday: 6 meals (3 breakfast/3 lunch)

• Wednesday: 4 meals (2 breakfast/2 lunch)

Pick-Up TimesTo Be Determined

Pick-Up LocationsMeals may be picked at any Franklin Academy campus.

At Pembroke Pines K-8, distribution will take place on the

west side of the building under the covered awning.

Identification Placards• Color-coded placards with student’s full name and lunch

ID number must be displayed on the vehicle dashboard.

• If school-issued placard is not displayed and lunch

number is unknown, parent must have a photo ID.

Apply for Free or Reduced Lunch Today!

o Email

o Google Classroom

o School Website

o PowerSchool

o School Newsletters

o Automated Messaging System

o Monthly Parent Calendars

o Parent Conferences & Workshops

Parent Communication

Parent Tips for Student Success at Home

Create a Designated Learning SpaceChoose a designated learning space that allows your child to feel a sense

of ownership and empowerment when they sit down to learn (i.e. nook in

corner of room, wide hallway, etc.)

Ensure a Relaxed and Quiet EnvironmentMinimize distractions by making sure all toys, games, and activities are

tucked away during learning hours. Check for good lighting and ensure

that the desk/table/chair is a comfortable height with legroom below.

Materials and Supply Station Easy access to school electronic device, charger, and headphones.

Have school books and supplies easily accessible at all times.

Set up an area for supplies (pencils, crayons, markers, notebooks, etc.)

Have a Daily Schedule and RoutineHaving a daily schedule will help with morning, school day,

and after school routines.

Franklin From Afar… Now What?!

Steps to Ensure a Successful Start

By Thursday, 8/13/2020, you should receive:

An email from your child’s homeroom teacher with

the following information:

• ZOOM meeting link for Meet & Greet

• Google Classroom Codes

An email via SwiftReach with the following:

• Clever access credentials

• Credentials for returning students are the same

Before first day of school, parents should:

• Login to Clever (using credentials sent via Swift)

• Login to Google Classroom

• Add class codes in Google Classroom using the

codes emailed by teachers

First day of school:

• Login to Clever

• Click on Google Classroom

• Click on Google Meet Link

• We’ll take it from here…

Save the Date! Kindergarten Events

2020-2021 Parent Orientation | Kindergarten

THANK YOU!