Innovating for Ten, Trailblazing for Tomorrow 2024 Fundraising Gala and Auction Celebration
10th Anniversary Gala & Silent Auction: Saturday, March 2, 6 – 9 pm
Buy Your TIckets Today! Tickets and more details:
https://auctria.events/Franklinschoolofinnovationgala
Good morning Franklin families,
We have a short and busy week ahead! Remember we do not have school on Monday, Feb 12. February often feels like the longest shortest month, and I know our faculty and staff appreciate the long weekend to rest and re-energize as we push through to spring. We’re past the mid-point of Quarter 3, so this is a really important time to check in on how your student is doing. If you aren’t sure if your student is on track this quarter, check their Canvas page or reach out to their Crew leader. For our middle school families please remember the shift in grading expectations. Students need to be completing and submitting work on time! We’re raising expectations to better prepare students for success in high school.
Have you been checking out the auction items for our upcoming 10th anniversary Gala and Silent Auction? This is the week to get your tickets and register to bid! Please purchase your tickets today (no later than Feb 14) so we can get a good count of who is coming to celebrate with us. You’ll need to register to bid so have a credit card handy and just navigate over to the “register” tab. Gala Tickets, Auction, & 50/50 Raffle. Download the Auctria app via the Play store or the Apple app store for the easiest bidding experience.
Spread a little Valentine’s Love! Our annual Valentine’s Day Rose Sale is here! Monday, Feb 12 is the last day to place your order! Purchase a rose for your friends, teachers, or even treat yourself. Roses are $5 each and will be delivered during 1st period on February 14th. Purchases can be made online using this google form. After completing the form, you will receive an invoice from quickbooks via email. The invoice must be paid by February 12th for your student to receive their rose. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Elizabeth Joslin. ejoslin@thefsi.us
Join us Thursday night for the Staff vs Student Basketball games! It’s a double-header this year, with the middle school match-up starting at 5 pm followed by the high school game at 6. This is a really fun event and a great fundraiser for our athletics program!
Saturday evening we are excited for the MIddle School Franklin Flurries dance. This event is open to FSI middle school students only. Tickets are $7 in advance (on sale this week) and $10 at the door. The FSI prom committee is sponsoring the Franklin Flurries middle school dance. We need help with donations and volunteers. Please look at this SignUp Genius and add your name to help with snacks, drinks, decorations, or volunteering. All donations should be delivered to the front office by February 16th and labeled Franklin Flurries.
Finally, remember to re-enroll! If your student is returning to FSI next year, please be sure to fill out the re-enrollment paperwork. Look for details from Erinn Otten (eotten@thefsi.us). Reach out with questions or for assistance – we’re here to help! Re-enrollment is for all current students. If you plan to enroll a sibling who does not yet attend FSI – be sure to submit an application online and check the sibling box.
Thank you for choosing FSI and building a great community together!
Calendar Events
Mon, Feb 12 – No School! Enjoy the day
Tues, Feb 13
- 4:15 pm: MS (JV) Basketball vs. The Learning Community
- 6:00 pm: February Board of Directors Meeting
Thurs, Feb 15
- 3:30 pm: MS Student Council Blanket-Making Service Project
- 5:00 pm: Middle School Staff vs Student Basketball Game
- 6:00 pm: High School Staff vs Student Basketball Game
Sat, Feb 17
- 6:30 pm: Middle School Franklin Flurries Dance
FSI Yearlong Academic Calendar
Bolts Athletic News
MS JV Basketball lost a close contest to Art Space. The team battled the bigger team but came up short 39-27. E. Floam led the team in scoring and K. Dula led in rebounding.
The HS Basketball team closed out their season on the road at Bethel Christian. The team fought but fell short on the scoreboard. The second half was some of the best basketball the team has played all season. The leading scorers were J. Dickson and G. Kirsch both with 12 points and T. Collins chipped in with 8 points.
Don’t Miss the Event of the Season! Staff vs Students Basketball Games!
Thursday, February 15th
- Middle School Game: 5:00pm
- High School Game: 6:00pm
Admission: Adults $5 Students $3
There will also be a 50/50 raffle. All proceeds benefit the Bolts Athletic Programs.
Spring Sports
Students must submit physical and all paperwork prior to practices. Students must pay the annual sports registration fee before first game.
Middle School Soccer (grades 5 – 8, mixed gender)
- Practices begin mid-March
- Coach Kyle Wilson (kwilson@thefsi.us)
High School Girls Soccer (grades 9 – 12)
- Practice starts Feb 19
- Coaches Chad Gerber (cgerber@thefsi.us) & Sagan Pizzingrilli (spizzingrilli@thefsi.us)
High School Ultimate (grades 9 – 12, mixed gender)
- Practices begin mid/end February
- Coach Chad Gerber (cgerber@thefsi.us)
Parent Crew News & Opportunities
The next meeting for the Parent Crew is Tuesday, February 20th at 6:00 PM at FSI. Join other parents and get involved with your school! If you cannot attend in person, virtual options are available at https://meet.google.com/rvo-autr-nfn
We have another Dine Out Night coming up!
Order from Papa Johns on 02/21 or 02/22 and use the code Franklin, and 15% of the sales will go towards the school.
Mark Your Calendar & Get Your Tickets: TEDxYouth FSI presents “Curiosity: Broadening Our Horizons.” Feb 20, 6 – 9 pm
We aim to challenge society to think deeper into their lives and the lives of those in the community. With the theme of curiosity, we aim to dive deep into ideas and interests that set us apart so that we can expand our knowledge, grow together and better our communities. Our event will be held on February 20th, 2024 at the North Carolina Stage Company from 6-9pm. Tickets are $15 and include refreshments – https://www.tedxyouthfsi.com/
Free YouTube Workshop on Teens & Vaping
Kriya Lendzion, who has led many workshops for FSI families on teens and substance use and abuse, has released a new video with SmartSocial on the risks of youth vaping nicotine and THC. Watch at your own time and interest: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3QpCR-mtHrc
Senior Trip Fundraising!
Our seniors are planning a great trip for one final opportunity to create memories, share time together, and celebrate the end of their high school years. To keep the trip affordable, they are raising funds. They’ve just learned that they were approved for a grant, but they still have some fundraising to meet their goal.
Senior Trip GoFundMe:
If you’d like to make a donation for their trip, click here:
Middle School Movie Night: Friday, Feb 23
Seniors are hosting a Movie Night for middle school students on Friday, Feb 23, from 4 – 5:30 pm. Students may stay after school; movies will start at 4 pm. Pizza and snacks will be available. Tickets will be sold at the door (cash only please). If you’d like to help them offset the cost of concessions – click here to purchase items!
Franklin Flurries Middle School Dance, Sat, Feb 17
The annual Franklin Flurries middle school dance will be on Saturday, February 17 from 6:30-8:30pm. Cost for tickets is $7 in advance and $10 at the door. Cash or check only; make checks payable to The Franklin School of Innovation. Tickets will be on sale during lunch Feb 13 – Feb 16. Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase. Questions? Contact Gretchen Kehrberg, gkehrberg@thefsi.us.
MS Student Council Blanket Making Service Project, Feb 15
The middle school student council will be hosting a blanket making event on Thursday 2/15/24 from 3:30-5:30pm. The blankets will be donated to those in need of a “warm hug,” both in our FSI community and community at large. Please let Nurse Courtney know if you would like to join, all are welcome.
Job Opportunities
We are seeking a High School math teacher for advanced level math (PreCalculus and Math 4). This position is open immediately and/or for next school year. For more information, see our website: https://www.franklinschoolofinnovation.org/our-story/careers/
Reminders
MANNA Packs for Kids
MANNA Packs for Kids is a take-home food program that provides a weekly bag of food to students. Bags will contain items such as proteins, fruits, vegetables, snacks and/or breakfast items.The “MANNA Packs for Kids” program’s mission is to serve those families with children who are experiencing economic difficulty and could use assistance in providing food when school meals are not an option. To join the program, please fill out the Manna Packs google form here.
Buy Your Yearbook Today!
Our Yearbook Class is hard at work designing our school yearbook! Order yours now for the best prices:
Current sale: $50 until Nov. 10
Next Sale: $55 from Nov. 11- Jan. 26th
Final Sale: $60 from Jan. 27-May 26th
And here is the link:
Club Updates
Middle School BIPOC Student Union (BSU) – First Fridays
We are excited to announce that the middle school BSU is returning beginning this Friday!
- Who: middle school BIPOC students, grades 5-8
- What: To build and celebrate community.
- Why: Our mission is to confront racism through education, celebration, and messaging to foster inclusive environments that allow all BIPOC students to participate. We charge all FSI community to become advocates of systemic change by promoting dialogue in word or deed, in and out of classrooms with their non-bipoc peers. We celebrate BIPOC culture while challenging systematic oppression. We are committed to accountability and creating a future where all individuals are valued and respected.
- When: the first Friday of each month. Next Meeting: March 1
- Where: room 172 (Mrs. Ryan’s room)
*Pizza lunch will be provided. Please reach out to JR Negron (jrjnegron@thefsi.us) or
Jenn Ryan (jryan@thefsi.us) if you are planning to attend (to make sure we have enough pizza) or with any questions.
Help Desk One-Act Comedy
Mark your calendars for the upcoming Middle School theatre performance of Help Desk, Friday, March 8 at 6 pm and Saturday, March 9 at 2 pm. The FSI Middle School Theatre Department is rehearsing the one-act comedy, HELP DESK. The rehearsal schedule can be found here. Performances will be in the FSI Community Room on Friday March 8 at 6PM and Saturday March 9 at 2PM. Please contact Ms. Lexa with any questions, elexa@thefsi.us. It’s going to be a hilarious show!
THE ADDAMS FAMILY MUSICAL
The FSI High School Theatre Department in collaboration with the FSI Music Department is in rehearsal for our first high school musical production! Auditions were in December and rehearsals underway. SAVE THE DATE! Performances will be in Kittredge Theatre at Warren Wilson College on Friday, April 19 and Saturday, April 20 at 7:00 PM. Cast and crew members can access the rehearsal schedule here. Questions? Contact Julie Wharton at jwharton@thefsi.us or Sandi Wilson at swilson@thefsi.us.
Middle School Student Council Updates
The student council is excited about their new blog! Publicity coordinators Matilda Carter and Alex Pilcher helped create the idea to have a space to share the updates. You can check out the blog with all of our news (https://fsimsstudentcouncil.blogspot.com/). If you prefer to see our updates in person, check out our bulletin board in the 5th/6th grade hall! We will be updating both as new information, events, and news come in!
Find our list of clubs on our website: https://www.franklinschoolofinnovation.org/student-life/clubs/
Who do I go to when….
Whether you are new or returning to Franklin, we know you will have questions, and we want to help you find the best person to answer them, quickly and efficiently. We hope this little guide will help you navigate! Click here to access the guide: Who do I go to when…
Teaching Teams
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