WELCOME TO FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Open House September 21, 20156:30 pmPrincipal:

Latee Walton McCleod

TOWNSHIP OF UNION BOARD OF EDUCATION

Board MembersDavid Arminio, PresidentVito Nufrio, Vice PresidentLois JacksonThomas LaydenRon McDowellGuy FrancisAngel SalcedoNancy ZuenaJeff Monje

Central Office Administration

Superintendent:

Mr. Gregory A. TatumAssistant Superintendent:

Dr. Noreen Lishak Assistant Superintendent:

Ms. Annie Moses

FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS ARE:

P. PROUD        R. READY        I. INTELLIGENT       D. DETERMINED       E. EDUCATED

MissionOur mission at Franklin School is for all

students to succeed academically, socially, emotionally and maintain an active healthy lifestyle.  To achieve our mission we will provide a safe and clean learning environment, a challenging academic curriculum and a strong sense of community.  We are confident that by creating a partnership with families and community we will achieve our mission.

The combination of an outstanding instructional staff, quality programs and services for our students, and an active PTA contribute to making Franklin School a great place to learn and grow.

SCHOOL SCHEDULE

Grade K-          9:00AM - 3:00PM Grades 1 & 2    9:00AM - 3:05PM Grades 3 & 4    8:45AM - 3:05PM

Before & Aftercare by 'YMCA' of Union County

(908) 688-9622

GENERAL INFORMATION ABSENCES & TARDINESS: Always report your child’s

absence daily. Call the nurse at 851-6455 between 7:05 and 9:45 a.m. Only parents/Guardians may call the nurse's answering machine to report attendance.

  Any child not in the classroom

by the late bell is considered tardy. The late bell for grades 3-4 is 8:50 a.m. The late bell for grades K-2 is 9:05 a.m. Students who arrive late must report to the NURSE'S OFFICE for a late slip.

ARRIVAL TIMES Children in grades 3 and 4 are

not permitted to enter the playground or school until 8:30 a.m.

Children in grades K, 1, and 2 are not permitted to enter the playground or school until 8:45 a.m.

NO PARENTS ARE ALLOWED ON THE PLAYGROUND

DISMISSAL PROCEDURES Early Dismissal- If it is

necessary for you to pick up your child prior to regular dismissal time, send a note to your child's teacher stating the time and reason for early dismissal (i. e. doctor's appointment, dentist, etc.)

Parents are to report to the main office to pick up their child on such occasions. It is strongly suggested that if you need to pick up your child before school ends, it should be done no later than 2:00 p.m. Students are getting instruction lessons and closing out the day.

Bus Students --- Any time a bus student is not going home on the bus, the parent/guardian must provide the nurse, main office or teacher with written notification. If no written notification is received, the child will be sent home on the bus. Adults are not permitted to remove children from the bus line.

DISMISSAL PROCEDURES CONTINUED

Regular Dismissal: The classroom teacher dismisses the children at a designated exit door or location; ask the teacher if you are not sure.

Kindergarten students must be dismissed to a parent/guardian or other authorized adult. Please plan to meet your children at their exit doors. Due to the congestion at dismissal, parents must wait outside for their children.

Parents must be here to pick up children at 3:05 pm SHARP!

Late Pickup

Arrival after 3:05 pm will result in a phone call home and a late notice. Two notices will result in a meeting with the building Principal. Continued late pickup will result in referral to DCP&P, for support services.

DRESS CODE No open-back shoes; no

showing of midriff; tops must have straps of three-finger width. Hats are not permitted unless they are part of a school function or for a documented medical reason. Armbands, headbands, or bandanas are prohibited. Shirts that display offensive or profane language are prohibited. All students are expected to attend school dressed in a neat, clean and decent manner. The interpretation of this rule is at the discretion of the building principal.

VISITORS AND BUILDING SECURITY Parents/guardians are certainly

welcome at Franklin Elementary School but to ensure the children's safety, building security, and uninterrupted instruction, certain rules must be followed. We rely on your voluntary compliance and cooperation.

When you arrive, enter through the main door on 1550 Lindy Terrace and report directly to the main office to sign in and check in with the secretary/building monitors.

All visitors, including parents and other adults, must sign the visitor form, communicate the reason for the visit, and obtain a visitor pass. The building monitor or secretarial staff will call the person you wish to see and confirm your visit. Adults cannot visit staff members unannounced or without permission. Visits are by appointment only and are managed by the office staff..

All informal/formal discussions or conferences should be planned with the teacher in advance so as not to conflict with or distract staff from other teacher duties, student supervision or instructional activities.

Office staff will advise the Principal or school nurse of any emergency situation requiring the need for a nonscheduled appointment with any Franklin Elementary School staff member.

Please sign-out at the end of your visit and exit through the Main Entrance door.

CAFETERIA PROCEDURES Grade 4 11:25- 12:05 Grade 3 11:50-12:30 Grade 2 12:15- 12:55 Grade 1 12:40-1:20 Grade K 1:05- 1:45

Cost Regular Lunch 2.25 Reduced Lunch .40 Breakfast runs from

8:05 am to 8:50 am sharp.

Breakfast 1.70 Reduced .30

CAFETERIA/RECESS PROCEDURES Cafeteria Procedures Sit with your class and stay in your

seat until a lunch aide gives direction.

Keep your hands and feet to your self

Eat your food only, do not share food items with anyone

Do not touch or go into the refrigerators in the lunchroom

WALK at all times…NO RUNNING!!!!!

Use inside voice—no screaming or yelling

Show good table manners, no throwing food.

Keep tables clean and throw all garbage away.

Always tell an adult when you leave the cafeteria

Recess Procedures

Be respectful to everyone at all times

No inappropriate words or language

Keep your hands, feet and objects to yourself

No rough play—no hitting, pushing, tackling, or wrestling

Students must stay in their designated play area with an aide

Listen for the bell and go to your line quietly and quickly

CELEBRATIONS/BIRTHDAYS Birthdays are special! We would

love to celebrate your child’s birthday. Please make the teacher aware in advance if you would like to bring in a treat on your child’s magical day.

Celebrations will take place at the end of the day during the last 15 minutes. No Exceptions! All items must be store bought and peanut free. Please ensure that you provide all items needed for the celebration, teachers will not provide items on your behalf (plates, forks, napkins, etc.).

No Goodie Bags Allowed.

 

THANK YOU

We believe that it takes a village to raise a child.

We will work together to make your child’s academic year the best that it can be.