Franklin PTO Falcon Fund
The Franklin PTO aims to foster an optimal educational experience for all students and to help develop a close connection between Franklin families and faculty. To achieve this, we allocate the contributions and proceeds received for our Falcon Fund to support and fund various enriching programs and community building events that benefit Franklin Elementary School, its students, teachers, and staff.
Here are some of the programs and events that the Franklin PTO supports and funds:
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Creative Arts & Sciences: Students are provided with multiple opportunities to participate in curricular-enriching programs in Creative Arts & Sciences, such as author/illustrator guest speakers, musical performances, and hands-on STEM workshops.
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Teacher Mini Grants and Discretionary Funds: Teachers use funds to purchase items for their classrooms, such as literacy materials, supplies, or flexible seating.
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Staff Appreciation Events: We host luncheons and provide tokens of appreciation for staff throughout the year for their hard work and dedication to our students.
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Multicultural Celebration: An event where we celebrate and learn more about the many different cultures in our Franklin community.
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Kindergarten Welcome: We host playground meet-ups and provide cool treats during the summer for incoming Franklin kindergarteners, fostering a place for our newest Franklin Falcons to build friendships and community.
And so much more!
To learn more about these programs or see past events, click here
Your generosity and financial support to our Falcon Fund enable these enriching programs and community building events for our school. To help make this possible again this year, please donate now.
Falcon Fund Annual Appeal
The Franklin PTO raises money for the Falcon Fund through our annual appeal. Our budget for the 2024-2025 school year is ~$41,000.
For the 2024-2025 school year, our goal is to raise $15,000 for our Falcon Fund with your financial support by October 1, 2024. The suggested donation amount is $75 per student. Please know that ALL gifts are meaningful and that no amount is too small because it's your participation that matters most.
How you can donate:
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Online with our wufoo donation form
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By Check, in person or send by mail. Please make checks payable to Franklin PTO. You can drop off your check in person in the Franklin PTO mailbox located at the main office at the school or mail your check to:
Franklin PTO
c/o Franklin School
125 Derby Street
West Newton MA 02465
All donations to the Falcon Fund are tax deductible, and many employers will match your contributions.
Special Events and Franklin Spirit Wear Sales
Check out our calendar of upcoming events.
The Franklin PTO hosts special events and sells Franklin spirit wear throughout the year, where any proceeds received are directed to the Falcon Fund. These not only benefit the school, but also provide opportunities to:
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Socialize as a community (e.g., Mystery Dinner, Auctions and Trivia Night and Halloween Bash)
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Support local businesses (e.g., "Dining for Dollars" at our local favorite restaurants)
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Show your school pride by purchasing Franklin Spirit Wear at our shop
Falcon Fund Annual Target Budget
The Franklin PTO sets an annual target budget for the Falcon Fund to ensure it is adequately funded each year. We strive to meet our annual target budget through donations from our Falcon Fund Annual Appeal and any proceeds received by hosting special events and selling Franklin spirit wear.
For the 2024-2025 school year, our annual target budget for the Falcon Fund is approximately $41,000. These are the primary areas we fund and their estimated budget allocation:
Creative Arts & Sciences
$15,500
Community Support (Picnics, Multicultural, FAME)
$7,550
Teacher Mini-Grants/ Discretionary Funds
$9,000
Staff Appreciation Events
$3,500
For the 2023-2024 school year, these were the actual amounts that we funded:
$13,919
Creative Arts & Sciences
$3,927
Community Support Events
$8,209
Teacher Mini-Grants/ Discretionary Funds
$2,896
Staff Appreciation Events
Thank you for supporting the Franklin PTO!
Have a question? Feel free to contact the Franklin PTO.
