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 Some recent events here at Franklin: Mock trial in Civics classes, a chorus performance with Rocky Run Middle School, and students programming a visual BBC Microbit in Computer Solutions.
Franklin Community,
There is a great deal of excitement in the air as we look forward to our 8th Grade Dance tonight! This year's theme is "A Night in Hollywood," and we are excited to provide our students with an opportunity to celebrate their time at Franklin with friends as they begin to look ahead to high school. We know that staff members and student leaders have worked hard to make this a memorable evening, and we are grateful for their efforts.
As a reminder, the dance concludes at 8:00 pm. We ask that families be prepared to pick up students promptly at that time. Both the bus loop and the Kiss and Ride loop will be used for dismissal. We encourage families to coordinate with their students ahead of time regarding which location they will use for pickup to help ensure a smooth and efficient dismissal process.
While there is certainly a lot to be excited about as we head into the final weeks of the school year, we also want to remind students that our expectations remain the same. We have recently been reviewing behavior expectations with students, including the importance of appropriate hallway behavior, avoiding horseplay, and getting to class on time. We have also reinforced expectations regarding computer use, including staying focused on instructional activities and avoiding gaming and video websites during the school day.
Additionally, we want to make it very clear that students may not bring any type of water gun, gel blaster, or similar item to school under any circumstances. This includes our upcoming Field Day on June 16. While we know students are excited about end-of-year activities, these items are not permitted and should remain at home.
We are also looking forward to our Music Department field trip on Friday, June 5. All music students will travel to Busch Gardens following their performance activities for a well-earned day of fun. We are incredibly proud of the hard work our band, orchestra, and chorus students have demonstrated throughout the year, and we hope they enjoy this opportunity. As always, we know our students will represent Franklin well while they are at the park and throughout the trip.
Finally, we want to wish our track athletes the very best of luck tomorrow as they compete in the Track and Field Championships at Robinson Secondary School. We have a number of students competing, and several of our athletes are seeded very well with an excellent opportunity to place in their events. We are proud of the dedication and effort our athletes have shown throughout the season and are excited to see them compete against some of the best middle school athletes in the county. Good luck to all of our competitors, and Go Falcons!
Tom DeRusso
Principal
Franklin Middle School
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~Important Dates~
May 29: 8th Grade Formal - 6:00pm-8:00pm
May 30: Track Championships at Robinson
June 2: Grad Walk - 2:00pm
June 2: PTA Meeting - 7pm - Virtual
June 5: Music Field Trip
June 11-12: Laptop Collection (during PE)
June 15: Award Ceremonies
June 16: End of Year Parties
June 17: Last Day of School - 2 hour early release
~Action Items~
PTA - Opportunities to Help
End of Year Parties
We are actively planning the 7th and 8th grade end of year parties, to be held on June 16. For the 7th and 8th grade parties, we are still in planning stages, but plan on having a large outdoor inflatable obstacle course, a photo booth, and ice cream and popsicle treats -- Depending on donations, we may be able to do more!
We wanted to ask for your help in getting out the word on a few things as we wrap up the year. We are still looking for volunteers for the parties -- I know that we're all at the stage where our kids don't necessarily want us there, but this really cannot run without parent volunteers -- I'm personally going to volunteer at the 7th grade party to avoid being seen by my 8th grader! :)
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4AA9A923A0FEC52-63986083-fmsend
We also are still seeking donations, and would appreciate any help at reaching out to friends to get some additional donations -- any amount is fine and more than appreciated!
https://www.givebacks.com/causes/franklinmspta/campaigns/0e31b34315
Medications in Clinic
The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than the student dismissal time on the last day of school. Medication left in the health room after that time will be destroyed. It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with your student. If your student will be enrolled in a summer program sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools, the existing medication authorization form(s) may be used for the summer program, but you will need to pick up the medication on the last day of school and deliver the medication and completed forms to the summer learning site on the first day of the summer program. Please let the health room know if you would like a copy of the form(s).
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~Student Services~
Chantilly High School Class of 2030
Rising 9th Graders
Welcome to Chantilly High School Class of 2030!
We invite you to join us for our Charge Ahead freshman orientation in August. Charge Ahead is our annual kickoff experience for rising 9th graders to build community, become familiar with the building, schedule, and high school expectations. Meet other freshmen, tour the school, hear from student leaders, walk a mock schedule, and meet the Administration.
Event Dates, choose one of the dates:
- Tuesday, August 11, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Wednesday, August 12, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
- Thursday, August 13, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Cost is $50 and includes a Class of 2030 t-shirt and pizza lunch.
To pay, use the sign-up link: Charge Ahead Freshman Orientation or send a check made payable to Chantilly HS, 4201 Stringfellow Rd, Chantilly Virginia 20151
This is an optional event.
We hope to see you there and GO CHARGERS!
For questions, contact Mr. Dewett
dmdewett@fcps.edu
Due to the upfront costs, there are no refunds.
INVITACIÓN PARA PADRES DE ESTUDIANTES DEL GRADO 7 EN FRANKLIN MS EL PROXIMO AŇO ESCOLAR
MIERCOLES 10 DE JUNIO, 2026 6:00 – 7:30 PM
En agosto, sus hijos comenzarán una nueva etapa en middle school, y es fundamental que ustedes, como padres, tengan la información necesaria para apoyarlos y asegurase que sean exitosos. Quiero invitarlos cordialmente a una presentación informal en Español para darles información sobre Franklin MS. La presentación será el Miercoles 10 de Junio a las 6:00 pm en la escuela Franklin Middle School - 3300 Lees Corner Rd., Chantilly VA 20151. Su hijo(a) también es bienvenido a acompañarnos.
Por favor, hágame saber si podrá acompañarnos, llamando al 703-904-5193 o por email a jamcfadden@fcps.edu. Esperamos verlos el 10 de Junio!
Janet McFadden, Enlace de familia de Franklin Middle School (FMS).
Required Immunizations for Rising 7th Graders
As required by the Code of VA, parents or legal guardians need to provide proof of immunizations for their child to attend at a Virginia public school.
In addition, all students entering 7th grade are required to receive one dose of each of the following immunizations:
- Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis booster (Tdap) given at age 7 or older;
- Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) given at age 10 or older;
- A complete series of 2 doses of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.
- After reviewing educational materials approved by the Board of Health, the parent or guardian, at the parents or guardians sole discretion, may elect for the child not to receive the HPV vaccine.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to plan ahead by scheduling an appointment with your child’s healthcare provider now to avoid the rush this summer. Immunization appointments are available. Inspire Health Alliance will be providing immunizations for currently enrolled FCPS students at no out-of-pocket cost. Visit the Inspire Immunization Events Student Registration webpage to schedule an appointment.
Please review the Virginia Department of Health Information Packet (PDF) for more information on rising 7th grade immunization requirements.
Additional Immunization Resources are also available.
~AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM~
Thank you to the students, families, and staff for making the after-school program such a wonderful success. Your enthusiasm, support, and commitment created a safe and enriching environment where students could learn, grow, and build meaningful relationships. It was a fantastic year and we are already looking forward to next school year. We wish everyone a safe, happy, and restful summer!
COMMANDERS CAMPS
Coming to Franklin MS!!
Commanders Camps are coming to Chantilly this summer! Get ready for high-energy flag football, skill-building, and team-first fun crafted for rising 2nd through 7th graders of every experience level!
Franklin Middle School will be hosting 3 Commanders Flag Football Camps run by Flag Star Football this summer. For more information visit www.commanderscamps.com or scan the QR Code below.
Camp Runs 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Franklin Middle School
3300 Lees Corner Road
Chantilly, VA 20151
Register today at www.commanderscamps.com or the QR code provided on the flyer for registration.
Special Offer: Save $75 for FCPS families with code: FCPSFIRSTYEAR.
Chantilly Athletics Physical Night - Now Open
Registration for FCPS athletic preparticipation exams (physicals) is now open!
All middle and high school students interested in participating in school athletic programs MUST have a valid athletic physical on file with their school prior to participating. All rising middle school students, specifically those who will be in 7th or 8th grade (and rising 6th graders at Poe, Glasgow, and Holmes middle schools) next school year (2026-2027) interested in participating in the middle school sports program are eligible to receive a FREE athletic physical exam through these events.
Athletic physicals are coordinated by the certified athletic trainers at our FCPS high schools and are only available at the dates and times indicated. Students must register in advance and additional information is available through the link above.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdo_1j5mhiRin35nuDOStUgh-GHNYYZgMAo11Or6XXRsSP_Ug/viewform
Dates and Times:
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Wednesday, June 10, 2026.
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Appointments: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM.
Cost and Registration:
https://www.chantillyathletics.com/news/f0512881-1c93-444e-9113-dae0a7627b10
Teen Explorer Camp Presented by:
Fairfax County Park Authority
Event Details:
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Location: E C Lawrence Park.
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Age Range: 12 through 14 years.
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Activities: Field trips, games, and nature activities!
Dates and Registration:
Accessibility and Accommodations: Fairfax County is committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of disability in all county programs, services and activities. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request. For details, call 703-324-8563, TTY 711.
 ~Franklin Middle School PTA~
~Helpful Information~
New Cellphone Policy Starts July 1
On Thursday, May 7, the Fairfax County School Board approved changes to the FCPS Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R). The approved changes include updated guidance for cellphone possession and use, to align the FCPS cellphone policy with Senate Bill 108. This new Virginia law goes into effect on July 1 and states that all schools in the Commonwealth must follow a “bell-to-bell” phone-free policy.
This means that starting July 1, 2026, across all grade levels at FCPS, student cellphones, phone accessories, and all smart devices (including watches that serve a dual purpose, such as smart watches, as well as earbuds, headsets, smart glasses, and other other items connected to the internet) must be off and personally stored (i.e., put away in backpacks) for the duration of the school day — thus, no cellphones from bell to bell.
Download the New FCPS Mobile App!
The FCPS mobile app offers a customized platform to help keep families connected and informed, directly from their smartphones. You can download the Fairfax County Public Schools mobile app by going to the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and searching for “FCPS.”
With the app you can:
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Stay up-to-date: Get the latest news from FCPS.
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View school calendars: See events, activities, holidays, and early dismissals.
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Check school menus: See what’s for lunch and breakfast today, tomorrow, or next week.
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Tap to contact: Quickly call attendance lines or email school staff.
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Access key links: Jump to ParentVUE, Schoology, and the FCPS website in one tap.
Users can access updates and content without having to sign in, making it easy for everyone to stay informed.
Learn more about the new mobile app, including feedback from parents TeAndra Nelson and Roy Dykes.
~Community Events~
Chantilly High School's Boys Basketball Camp
Location: Chantilly High School Gym
Date: July 13-17
Time: 9:00am-2:00pm
Cost: $185 per camper
Campers (8-14) receive fundamental instruction in the areas of ball handling, shooting, passing, catching, offensive moves, offensive and defensive footwork, team defense, and concepts of team play. Plus 1 versus 1, team and skill competitions.
Go to https://aws.schoolpay.com/pay/for/2026-Chantilly-Boys-Basketball-Summer-Ca/SbDm80J to register
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