Franklin Elementary School
April 2024
Oshkosh Area School District ― “Building Community Through Education”
Franklin Elementary School
1401 West 5th Avenue, Oshkosh, WI 54902 Phone: 920.424.0078 │Fax: 920.424.7581 oshkosh.k12.wi.us
Jami R. Kohl, Principal
Rebecca Kleven, Secretary
MARCH 28th Fundraiser - Panda Express
THANK YOU for your support of our teachers & classrooms!
The Kleenex, markers, crayons & colored pencils were so appreciated - thank you!
DONATIONS for the following are still needed:
PLAY-DOH (1st Grade)
{store bought or homemade}
DRY-ERASE MARKERS
(Thin, thick, black, colors....)
Again, thank you for helping us to finish this year strong!
WI Forward Exams
TESTING DATES
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3rd Grade: April 17 - April 23
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4th Grade: April 4 - April 16
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5th Grade: March 19 - April 5
How you can help your child be
successful during testing days?
- A good night's sleep
- Breakfast
- Avoid scheduling appointments for your child during their testing times.
Thank you for your help in preparing your children for this testing!
Mark your calendars!
The Franklin Spring Concert for all 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade students will be Thursday, April 11th at 6:00pm at Alberta Kimball Auditorium at Oshkosh West High School. All performers should arrive by 5:40pm to use the bathroom and find their assigned seats at the back of the auditorium.
If any audience members are unable to watch in person, please share this link with anyone who would like to watch at home: https://www.youtube.com/@oasdelementaryschoolevents3305/featured
First Grade is giving Piano Recitals for family members!
Miss Cornell's class - April 1st at 9:30am
Mrs. Cowling's class - April 2nd at 9:30am
Mrs. Bales's class- April 3rd at 9:30am.
Family members interested in attending...
Please email maralee.mindock@oshkosh.k12.wi.us .
All students will be recorded for families who cannot attend in person.
IMPORTANT REMINDER!On the southside of Mason Street (heading towards 9th Avenue), there is NO PARKING. We have received complaints from our neighbors saying that cars are parked along both sides of the street, as well as BLOCKING DRIVEWAYS. The street is impassable with both sides lined with cars.PLEASE do NOT park on the posted sideof Mason Street. PLEASE be aware of how close you are to the drivewaysThank you!
Get Ready for the 2024-25 School Year!
The Oshkosh Area School District’s Annual Student Update (Enrollment/Registration) for returning K-12 students and for new 4K students will take place April 1 - September 1, 2024. Students must be enrolled by September 1. While the deadline is September 1, we encourage you to complete this process as soon as possible to secure your child's spot for the next school year.
This annual enrollment process is mandatory and reserves your student's place at their school for the upcoming academic year. You'll update demographic and contact information through the Infinite Campus (IC) Parent Portal.
STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS
New This Year: Complete the process on your computer, tablet, OR smartphone via the IC app: Campus Parent.
MOBILE REGISTRATION
To register on your smartphone, download the app from your device's app center (iPhone - App Store or Android - Google Play), or click these direct links. Be sure to select the "Campus Parent" option - look for this icon:
ONLINE PORTAL ACCESS
CLICK HERE to log in to your Infinite Campus (IC) Parent Portal
and click the "Online Registration" link (located on the bottom left side of the home screen).
Note: This link will be active/available as of 8 a.m. on April 1, 2024.
NEED HELP?
If you don't have an Infinite Campus Parent Portal account or need to
reset your password, complete THIS FORM.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For questions or assistance during the online enrollment process, contact your child's school office
or the OASD Administration Office at 920.424.0395.
IN-PERSON SUPPORT
If you need in-person assistance, access to a device, or internet, attend our Central Registration Day at Oshkosh North High School on August 7, 2024. More information will be provided in the coming months.
FEES
Fees and payments if applicable for the 2024-25 school year cannot be paid until mid-August,
additional information will be provided at that time.
Your child's school will provide additional resources for the 2024-2025 school year, including important dates.
Thank you for choosing the Oshkosh Area School District for your student’s educational experience.
We look forward to continuing to work with your family to meet your student’s individual needs and provide them with the best education possible.
For Requests to attend a school OUTSIDE the Oshkosh Area School District
Public School Open Enrollment to Other School District
Applications are due by 4:00 p.m. on April 30, 2024
Wisconsin’s inter-district public school open enrollment
program allows parents to apply for their children to
attend school districts other than the one in which they live.
Students in 4-year-old Kindergarten to Grade 12
may apply to participate in open enrollment.
Parents should call their resident school districts to
find out if their preschool-aged children qualify for open enrollment.
The open enrollment application period for the 2024-25 school year is from Feb. 5 - April 30, 2024.
Late applications will not be accepted for any reason.
Parents may apply in
one of two ways:
1. On-line (recommended) at https://dpi.wi.gov/open-enrollment. (Accessible as of February 5, 2024)
2. Although on-line application is recommended, paper applications may be obtained from the Student Information Services Manager
at 215 S. Eagle St. & must be delivered to the nonresident school district.
(Hand delivery recommended)
For Resident Requests to attend a school WITHIN the Oshkosh Area School District
Out-of-Attendance-Area School Applications to Attend Another School IN the Oshkosh District
Due by Friday, February 23, 2024
for the 2024-25 school year
The Oshkosh Area School District allows parents of resident students to request attendance at a school other than their home school in the district. All requests will be handled administratively following district policy, including compliance with W.I.A.A. rules, when appropriate. Out-of-Attendance Area application forms with district guidelines are available on the school district website at the following link: https://www.oshkosh.k12.wi.us/families/enrollment
Parents requesting a K-12 out-of-attendance area school for their child must submit an application by February 23, 2024. The district will notify parents via e-mail in spring as to whether their request is approved or denied.
Any requests received after the deadline may be held for
review until after district-wide registration is completed in August 2024.
Upcoming Events
4/1, Monday
School resumes
WI Forward Exams continue
Summer School registration
ends @ 3pm
4/11, Thursday
Spring Choral Concert,
Grades 3, 4 & 5 - Bake Sale after!
Timber Rattler FT forms
& payments due
4/12, Friday
Professional Development - no school for students.
4/22, Monday
Book Fair & Ice Cream Social
Community Happenings
Student Calendar
Parent Portal
Franklin Facebook Page
Breakfast/Lunch Menus
Please click on the following link to view the lunch menus each month:
Food Service Info. & Menus
Professional Development Days
As indicated on the School Calendar at the link above, there will no school on the following dates due to Teacher Professional Development. Please look carefully at the student calendar for all other days off as well. The Professional Development dates are as follow
April 12th
May 10th
Pets on School Property
Parents picking up their children after school must stay on the sidewalk with their pets and not come onto school property. The district does allow service animals and therapy animals.
Please refer to the District Policy.
Book: Policy Manual
Section: 8000 Operations
Title: ANIMALS ON DISTRICT PROPERTY
Code: po8390
Status: Active
Adopted: November 18, 2015
Last Revised: November 18, 2020
8390 - ANIMALS ON DISTRICT PROPERTY
Link to Board Policy for full details:
Birthday Treats, Invitations and Books
Treats: Edible birthday treats are not allowed per district policy. Students are allowed to bring a small, tangible birthday treat such as pencils, stickers, glowsticks, etc.
Invitations: Classroom teachers may not distribute birthday invitations to students unless they are going to an entire class. If you are inviting kids from another class, that whole entire class would need to be invited too. We prefer that birthday invitations get handled outside of school.
Birthday Books: Each year our Franklin PTO raises money to purchase books that are kept in the Principal's office. Students are invited to the Principal's office on their birthday to pick out a book to keep and take home. Students with summer month birthdays are also included in this activity during the last months of school
SUMMER SCHOOL
Mark your calendar!
Starting March 6, families may begin registering their child(ren) for Summer School 2024.
This year's OASD Summer School course guide is now available. Please read the following update to learn more and check out the available courses:
- 7:15 to 8:15 AM and 2:15 to 3:15 PM - the circle drive is closed to all traffic except the buses and those who need handicap accessibility.
- Please read and obey signs.
- Vehicles are not to wait in the circle drive or parking lot to drop off/pick up their children. Instead, drivers must drop students off safely on a nearby side street.
- Please drop off students curbside. Do not allow students to cross in front of traffic as they exit the car.
- Set up a designated meeting location so that your child will know where to meet you and your vehicle.
BEFORE and AFTER SCHOOL PICKUP REMINDERS!
PLEASE take a moment to read the following information concerning our school traffic.
Franklin School Traffic Plan
Families:
We are excited to announce an improved field trip process for families. Beginning in the 2023-2024 school year, all field trip permission slips will be electronic and we are moving to cashless payments for field trips. This is a new process for our entire district and is meant to streamline and improve our service to families.
Additional information will be shared by teachers as they plan for field trips. However, we want to highlight the following features:
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Our new online field trip process must be completed via the Infinite Campus Parent Portal.
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All online transaction fees have been waived, including payments made by credit card, debit card, and checking/savings account.
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If a field trip is sponsored by the district, the cost of the trip is waived for families who are eligible and approved to receive free and reduced priced meals. (This will be communicated to impacted families.)
Our school secretary will be available to assist families as needed and if a parent/guardian is unable to complete the online field trip process, we can provide support in-person or over the phone.
We look forward to providing your child(ren) with enriching field trip experiences that contribute to their educational journey. We appreciate your continued partnership and engagement!
A "Pawsitive" Reading Experience for Kids!
Calling all young readers!
The Oshkosh Public Library is once again inviting children in grades 4K-5 to spend time reading to registered therapy dogs. The opportunity is part of the library’s READ to a Dog program (Reading Education Assistance Dogs) which takes place on Mondays from 4 - 5:15 p.m. beginning February 3 through April 27.
Families may reserve a 15-minute session by calling the Children's Desk at 920.236.5208. LEARN MORE!
Reading aloud to a trained reading dog is a great way for children to practice their skills in a relaxed, non-judgmental environment. The dogs are eager to hear some good stories and non-fiction!
Outdoor Recess/Personal Property at School
Franklin students will be going outside for recess, weather permitting. Students are expected to participate in outdoor recess with their classmates and should come to school prepared to go outside with the proper clothing, shoes, etc.
A doctor's note is required if your child will need to stay in for a length of time longer than 3-5 days. Please keep in mind that toys, phones, electronic games, and sporting goods should be kept at home as we do not want to risk loss or damage to your personal property.
Change of Clothing
Our younger students are strongly encouraged to keep a change of clothing in their backpack in the event they soil their clothes due to recess activities, lunch spills or health issues. Due to space limitations, we do not keep extra clothing at school to accommodate these needs. Parents/Guardians will be called to bring needed clothing. In addition, parents of students who have ongoing bathroom accidents may need to be called to assist their student, if necessary.
Lost and Found
Please click on the following link to view a short slideshow of some of the items in our lost and found.
Birthday Treats, Invitations and Books
Treats: Edible birthday treats are not allowed per district policy. Students are allowed to bring a small, tangible birthday treat such as pencils, stickers, glowsticks, etc.
Invitations: Classroom teachers may not distribute birthday invitations to students unless they are going to an entire class. If you are inviting kids from another class, that whole entire class would need to be invited too. We prefer that birthday invitations get handled outside of school.
Birthday Books: Each year our Franklin PTO raises money to purchase books that are kept in the Principal's office. Students are invited to the Principal's office on their birthday to pick out a book to keep and take home. Students with summer month birthdays are also included in this activity during the last months of school