Franklin Elementary PTO

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If you're a parent or guardian of a Franklin student, or a teacher in the school, you are automatically a member of the Franklin Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). See the latest news below. Sign up for our email list (below) to stay up to date.

2021 Newton SEPAC Special Educator Virtual Awards Deadline - May 17, 2021

End of Year Picnics! June 2nd, 3rd, & 8th!

Bertucci's "Dining for Dollars" Fundraiser on Wednesday, May 26th from 11AM - 9PM!

Franklin Grade Level DLA & In-person Playground Playdates (May 14th - May 24th)!

Teacher Appreciation Week recap!

Our collective Franklin flower & staff luncheon!

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The full list of events, upcoming and past are available on our Calendar page.

Upcoming Events

Franklin Flocking Fundraiser
Franklin family homes!
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Apr 26, 7:00 PM – May 19, 11:00 PM
Franklin family homes!, West Newton, Newton, MA, USA
Want to send a flock of green flamingos to a Franklin family's yard? Now is your chance to be a part of our fun fundraiser!
2nd Grade DLA & In-Person Playground Playdate
Franklin Elementary School Playground
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May 17, 2:15 PM – 3:30 PM
Franklin Elementary School Playground, 125 Derby St, West Newton, MA 02465, USA
Let's all connect with each other at the Franklin playground! 2nd Grade students: Monday, May 17th, 2:15pm - 3:30pm
4th Grade DLA & In-Person Playground Playdate
Franklin Elementary School Playground
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May 18, 2:15 PM – 3:30 PM
Franklin Elementary School Playground, 125 Derby St, West Newton, MA 02465, USA
Let's all connect with each other at the Franklin playground! 4th Grade students: Tuesday, May 18th, 2:15pm - 3:30pm
5th Grade DLA & In-Person Playground Playdate
Franklin Elementary School Playground
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May 20, 2:15 PM – 3:30 PM
Franklin Elementary School Playground, 125 Derby St, West Newton, MA 02465, USA
Let's all connect with each other at the Franklin playground! 5th Grade students: Thursday, May 20th, 2:15pm - 3:30pm
Kindergarten DLA & In-Person Playground Playdate
Franklin Elementary School Playground
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May 21, 2:15 PM – 3:30 PM
Franklin Elementary School Playground, 125 Derby St, West Newton, MA 02465, USA
Let's all connect with each other at the Franklin playground! Kindergarten students: Friday, May 21st, 2:15pm - 3:30pm
3rd Grade DLA & In-Person Playground Playdate
Franklin Elementary School Playground
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May 24, 2:15 PM – 3:30 PM
Franklin Elementary School Playground, 125 Derby St, West Newton, MA 02465, USA
Let's all connect with each other at the Franklin playground! 3rd Grade students: Monday, May 24th, 2:15pm - 3:30pm
Bertucci's "Dining for Dollars" Fundraiser
https://www.bertuccis.com/
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May 26, 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
https://www.bertuccis.com/
Enjoy your Bertucci's favorites with family & friends while earning funds for the Franklin PTO! They will donate 15% of their proceeds, and this is valid at ALL 53 Bertucci's locations across the US! Use the unique code below when ordering online: 372-458-480
Virtual Incoming Kindergarten Night!
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May 27, 6:30 PM
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Welcome to Franklin School! This is an exciting time for you and your family as your child gets ready for kindergarten. Please join the kindergarten teachers, Franklin administration, and PTO for a virtual informational meeting on May 27th at 6:30 p.m.
Incoming Kindergarten Visiting Day
Franklin Elementary School
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Jun 02, 1:45 PM – 2:15 PM
Franklin Elementary School, 125 Derby St, West Newton, MA 02465, USA
Kindergarten & 1st Grade - End of Year Picnic!
Franklin School Playground
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Jun 02, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Franklin School Playground, 125 Derby St, West Newton, MA 02465, USA
Join us for our annual Franklin End of Year Picnic! Wednesday, June 2nd at 6:00pm - Kindergarten & 1st Grade (rain date, June 9th)
2nd & 3rd Grade - End of Year Picnic!
Franklin School Playground
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Jun 03, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM EDT
Franklin School Playground, 125 Derby St, West Newton, MA 02465, USA
Join us for our annual Franklin End of Year Picnic! Thursday, June 3rd at 6:00pm - 2nd & 3rd Grade (rain date, June 10th)
4th & 5th Grade - End of Year Picnic!
Franklin School Playground
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Jun 08, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM EDT
Franklin School Playground, 125 Derby St, West Newton, MA 02465, USA
Join us for our annual Franklin End of Year Picnic! Tuesday, June 8th at 6:00pm - 4th & 5th Grade (rain date, June 15th)
PTO Meeting with Principal Jocelyn & Franklin FORJ
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Jun 14, 7:00 PM
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Join us for our last PTO meeting of the year! We will be hearing from Franklin FORJ leaders and Principal Jocelyn will speak on the "State of the School" and answer any questions you may have.
1st Grade DLA & In-Person Playground Playdate
Franklin Elementary School Playground
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May 14, 2:15 PM – 3:30 PM
Franklin Elementary School Playground, 125 Derby St, West Newton, MA 02465, USA
Let's all connect with each other at the Franklin playground! 1st Grade students: Friday, May 14th, 2:15pm - 3:30pm

Support the Franklin PTO

The PTO depends on the generosity of parents to staff and fund our many events each year, primarily the enriching Creative Arts & Sciences program offered by Newton Public Schools. Register for an event above or support the PTO in one of the valuable ways below.