Franklin Middle School

Franklin Middle School students recently participated in a hands-on salmon dissection as part of the school's Wednesday half-day enrichment and intervention program. These half days are designed to provide targeted academic experiences while also offering engaging enrichment and extension opportunities for students. 📚

"I try to use those Wednesdays to have individuals from various career fields come in and do presentations when possible," says Franklin teacher Jeff McFadden.

For this exciting experience, Franklin welcomed Tiffany Bishop, Executive Director of the Yakima Basin Environmental Education Program (YBEEP), who led a salmon dissection presentation for both student groups. 🎓

The dissection of Fall Run Chinook Salmon 🐠, provided through a local hatchery partnership, gave students a unique opportunity to explore anatomy, ecosystems, and real-world environmental science. Planning for the visit began months in advance to align with the hatchery schedule, ensuring students could participate early in the new year. 🗓️

The impact was immediate. Within hours, families reached out to share how excited students were to talk about their experience at home. 💬 The activity sparked curiosity and reinforced Franklin's commitment to meaningful, hands-on learning and career-connected experiences during Wednesday programming. 🙌

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Franklin Middle School's annual Turkey Bingo event was a tremendous success, bringing together 221 community members for an evening of fun and community support! 🏫 Through friendly bingo games, every participating family received items they could use to contribute to their Thanksgiving meal. 🍂 Some winners took home turkeys or hams as the centerpiece for their holiday tables. 🍗

The event went beyond entertainment, offering families valuable resources for the future, including financial literacy sessions 💰📚 and connections to local support agencies. This combination ensured that attendees left with both items for their holiday celebrations and practical knowledge for financial wellness. 🤝

The success of Turkey Bingo reflects the strong partnership between Franklin Middle School staff and the broader community. By creating an engaging, welcoming atmosphere, the event addressed real family needs while strengthening the bonds that make our community thrive. 🌟

Turkey Bingo shows what is possible when schools think creatively about supporting families. 💡 Events like these prove that meaningful assistance can come wrapped in celebration, bringing people together while making a real difference in their lives. ❤️

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Our Franklin middle schoolers have had amazing experiences through the GEAR UP program this year! From building rockets at NASA camp to exploring New York City and touring Columbia University, our students are dreaming bigger than ever. We are so proud, and can hardly wait to see what incredible opportunities are ahead.

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Our Franklin volleyball players have been shining in their new uniforms, thanks to the JJ Watt Foundation. Their support has made a huge impact on our student-athletes!

🎿 Our middle schoolers hit the slopes this winter! Thanks to the White Pass Ski Foundation and UW GEAR UP, 15 students each from Franklin, Lewis & Clark, Washington, and Wilson Middle Schools learned to ski through the Learn to Ski Program. Beyond new skills, they built confidence, resilience, and lasting friendships. Grateful for community partnerships that create unforgettable learning experiences!

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🎉 Join us in celebrating 135 Franklin Middle School students who were tested for the Seal of Biliteracy! 🌍✨ Of those, 100 students received high school credits, and 31 earned the full Seal of Biliteracy, which will show on their diploma when they graduate. 🎖️

On January 29, we hosted an awards banquet 🏆 to recognize the amazing work of our students. They ROCKED IT and made us proud! 🎓 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Families joined the festivities to honor our students’ outstanding achievements. 🎊

Special shout-out to Nina’s Mexican Restaurant 🌮 for catering this event! 👏 Congratulations to our latest Seal of Biliteracy recipients! 🎊

Our schools are on a two-hour delay today, Friday, February 7, 2025. Middle and high school begins at 10:00 am and elementary school begins at 10:45 am. Bus routes 2, 8, 19 and 26 on snow routes. Breakfast available upon arrival. No a.m. preschool and no a.m. YV-TECH.

🎉 We’re excited to invite Franklin Middle School families to our 3rd Annual STEAM+ Winter Festival—a night of engaging, hands-on activities that promise fun for the entire family! This is a wonderful opportunity to explore STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) through creative and interactive activities. 🎨🔬💡🧩

📅 Date: Monday, December 16th
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Franklin Middle School Commons & Gymnasium

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Bring your whole family for a night of discovery, laughter, and learning! We can’t wait to celebrate the season and explore STEAM with you. 🌟

We will also have the following organizations attending!
PNWU M**S Program
Yakima Neighborhood Health Services
LIGO
The First Tee Central Washington
Think Twice
National financial literacy campaign
First Nations MESA
Yakima Schools Foundation
YSD-CTE
Safe Yakima Valley
CWU Biology
Perry Tech
Yakima County Master Gardeners
Northwest Energy and Space Sciences Pathways
Pacific Northwest National Laboratories
YVC Stem Club
GEAR UP
CSF

See you there! ✨

🎉 We’re excited to invite Franklin Middle School families to our 3rd Annual STEAM+ Winter Festival—a night of engaging, hands-on activities that promise fun for the entire family! This is a wonderful opportunity to explore STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) through creative and interactive activities. 🎨🔬💡🧩

📅 Date: Monday, December 16th
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Franklin Middle School Commons & Gymnasium

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Bring your whole family for a night of discovery, laughter, and learning! We can’t wait to celebrate the season and explore STEAM with you. 🌟

See you there! ✨

🎉 Calling All Yakima School District Alumni!

Do you have a business or career opportunity to share? Join us at our College & Career Night on September 24th from 6:00pm - 7:30pm at Franklin Middle School Gym!

This is a fantastic chance to give back to your community and inspire future generations. Ready to participate? Scan the QR code on the flyer to register today!

For any questions, reach out to Mrs. Barbosa at [email protected] or Ms. Diaz at [email protected].

We can't wait to see you there! 🙌