Kindergarteners Celebrate Earth Day
Kindergarteners read “Our Planet, There's No Place like Earth” and brainstormed ways that they can take care of the planet. They worked with partners to write their ideas and then painted the Earth using a photograph for inspiration.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9u47cJ_tpg&t=43s
John Street School students in grades K-6 were treated to an unforgettable experience when nationally acclaimed comic-magician Brian Richards brought his signature “The bGreat Show” to their gymnasium on April 23.
Through a mix of comedy, magic, storytelling and audience participation, the show teaches students about the important qualities of trustworthiness, caring, responsibility, fairness, respect and citizenship. Two assemblies were held for students in grades 4-6, and then K-3. “The bGreat Show” was a PTA Cultural Arts Assembly.




Check out the latest Spring Newsletter!



STEAM Museum at JSS
John Street School students enjoyed a STEAM Museum, presented by Mobile Ed. Productions. Students participated in hands-on activities at stations, including Buzzwire, Prehistoric Playground and StrikeLight! This fun event was hosted by the school’s PTA.

PSS Pre-K Students Decorate Flowerpots
Polk Street School’s pre-K classes celebrated the beginning of spring with a flowerpot craft on April 11. Following a party with an array of snacks, the students began decorating their own flowerpots. Using colorful spring stickers of bumblebees and flowers, they beautified their pots and prepared them for being filled with dirt. Donning gardening gloves, each student planted their flower seeds. The flowerpots will be placed on the classroom windowsills for the students to observe their growth.





The district is proud to share that it has received a national award from the National School Boards Association for our Daily Living Space program! Congratulations to our Board of Education for their advocacy and support, and to Dr. Taylor and her dedicated team for the incredible work that made this possible!

Franklin Square Union Free School District nominated three honorees for Awards for Excellence at the 24th annual SCOPE School District Awards Dinner on March 24. District Literacy Coach Kelly Welti-Daddino and Math/Science Coach Danielle Sammarco each received a Teacher Service Award. Additionally, the district nominated Cradle of Aviation Deputy Director Catherine Gonzalez for a Community Service Award.

Merry Christmas to all our Franklin Square families who celebrate!

The November Kids Corner has been posted! Please read our student reporters’ stories here: https://www.franklinsquare.k12.ny.us/resources/kids_corner

Franklin Square UFSD wishes you and your family a happy and healthy Thanksgiving!

Exciting news! We officially kicked off our chess club partnership with Chess Father at Washington Street School. We are excited to bring the enriching world of competitive chess to our students. Here's to many checkmates and learning experiences ahead! ♟️ #WeAreFranklinSquare

The district just wants to make sure all parents are aware of this important test being done nationwide. FEMA, in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission, will conduct a national test of the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System on Oct. 4.
For more information:https://www.fema.gov/emergency-managers/practitioners/integrated-public-alert-warning-system/national-test-2023?fbclid=IwAR1ManswDmr87IGWHcHp8LvgpSRXRjypCkh4wI2ChG--8iLivjAVFOeEo1A

To all who celebrate, have a happy and healthy Rosh Hashanah!

Welcome back, Franklin Square Staff! We extended special recognition to our colleagues celebrating 30, 25, and 20 years of unwavering commitment to our school community. Our deepest appreciation goes to John Perricone for delivering an impactful keynote, setting the tone for an amazing school year. #UnleashingPotential #WeAreFranklinSquare



Your support can make a real difference! Whether you’re a parent, grandparent or community member, you can contribute to our schools by scanning Box Tops.
These simple scans help fund special programs and resources for our students.
To participate, just download the Box Tops app or go to https://www.boxtops4education.com/s/get-the-app for more information.

Assemblywoman Solages and the Franklin Square Historical Society organized the Declaration of Independence reading at Rath Park on July 2nd. Special thank you to Riley Dietz, a 6th grader from John Street School, for starting the event with the National Anthem. Also, Declan Brosnan, a 5th grader from Washington Street School, did a great job reading a part of the Declaration, representing the Boy Scouts. Congrats to both of our amazing students. Happy 4th of July! #WeAreFranklinSquare


Kids Corner has been updated! Please read our student reporters' stories here: https://www.franklinsquare.k12.ny.us/resources/kids_corner

Fifth and sixth grade students from our school district were granted a wonderful opportunity to display their exceptional artwork at the Franklin Square Museum! The event, organized in collaboration with the Franklin Square Historical Society and our wonderful art teachers, was a resounding success. The students' masterpieces were thoughtfully showcased on display boards throughout the museum. The event was held for parents and friends, providing them with a chance to appreciate the remarkable talent of our young artists. #WeAreFranklinSquare

What a spectacular evening for our incredible sixth graders across the district! 🌟 Each of our schools celebrated with their unique flair, embracing the power of fun, friendship, and community.
John Street School journeyed into the heart of the jungle with their theme, filled with real palm trees and life-size animals. 🌿
At Washington Street School, it was all about the whimsy and excitement of a bustling carnival, complete with fun games! 🎪
And Polk Street School's radiant glow party featured students dancing with fun glow accessories, plenty of photo opportunities, and lots of great food!💡
It was a joy to see our students creating memories they will cherish forever. Congrats to our three PTA's and volunteers for making this night one to remember. We can't wait to see what adventures next year will bring! #WeAreFranklinSquare

Our Spotlight on LI Schools , featuring our theater segment, is live!
Link to listen: https://soundcloud.com/jvcbroadcasting/spotlight-on-long-island-schools-franklin-square-school-district-6-3-23

