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Franklin School proudly
serves a community that is rich in cultural and ethnic diversity. Built
in 1931, this colonial style structure is situated on a spacious
tree-lined four-acre campus. Franklin School has an enrollment of 547
students in grades pre-kindergarten through four.
The typical class has approximately 21pupils.
The teachers, administration and staff work in concert to provide an
environment that nurtures learning, academic and personal growth,
community spirit and a positive self-image in our students. Each child
is encouraged to achieve to his/her fullest potential.
The Franklin School
staff implements a strong academic curriculum that encourages skill
development in the areas of Language Arts Literacy, Mathematics, Science
and Social Studies. Special area teachers provide instruction in the
areas of Health and Physical Education, Art, Vocal Music, Library
Science and Computers on a regular basis. Instrumental music lessons,
band and orchestra are available to interested third and fourth grade
students. The incorporation of a World Languages program in our second
through fourth grade classes provides our students with an enjoyable
exposure to conversational Spanish.
The school’s Title I
Targeted Assistance Program and Resource Center provide small group and
individualized instruction for selected students to help remediate skill
deficiencies and improve self-confidence. The Title I Program features a
networked computer lab that enables the students to work at their own
pace and level in a variety of learning areas. A supplementary program
for academically gifted and talented students is also available for
those students who meet the district’s established eligibility criteria.
Franklin School continues to provide
quality early childhood programs for its students. A half-day
Preschool/Head Start Program and full-day kindergarten offer an array of
developmentally appropriate learning activities that help build a solid
foundation for learning. For a fee, parents are able to access before
and after care services through an on-site child care program that is
operated by the Five Points Branch of the YMCA.
Through a special D.E.P.A.
(Demonstrably Effective Program Aid) Grant from the N.J. State
Department of Education, Franklin School offers a summer school program,
an after school reading enrichment program (Grades 1 and 2) and an after
school N.J. ASK (Assessment of Skills and Knowledge) preparation program
(Grades 3 and 4) for students who benefit from additional instructional
time beyond the regular school day. The D.E.P.A. Grant also provides
funding for a full-time counselor/interventionist, cultural arts
assembly programs, field trips and parent and staff training.
Franklin
School has an active Parent Teacher Association. The PTA works
diligently on behalf of the students and school community. Through
their various fund raising activities, the PTA provides many special
assembly programs and purchases materials and equipment that supplement
the students’ instructional program. In addition, the PTA sponsors a
host of fun-filled family oriented activities including the School Fair,
Family Fun Night, the Holiday Music Program and the Spring Arts and
Music Festival. Each year, parents provide hundreds of volunteer hours
for the betterment of our school. Parental involvement is one of
Franklin School’s most treasured resources.
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. |
Contact Us @
centraloffice@twpunionschools.org
