Andrew Chromy

The meeting included a presentation by the Franklin Health Department regarding the annual tobacco prevention poster contest, where student winners were honored for their artwork. Staff members discussed concerns regarding retirement benefits and seniority credit calculations. Administrative updates were provided, covering a safe station ribbon-cutting ceremony, youth apprenticeship signing days with the construction trades, upcoming end-of-year celebrations, and a district-wide literacy report focusing on science of reading training and curriculum improvement cycles.

The meeting included a presentation from Southwood Glenn Elementary School on their schoolwide community circles, which focus on social-emotional learning, self-management, and student connections through the zones of regulation framework. Additionally, the Board conducted a service recognition for a member completing 18 years of service, highlighting her contributions to the district, leadership in policy and resolutions, and commitment to student welfare.

The board meeting featured a presentation on the Wind Time program at Countrydale Elementary School, focusing on individualized student support, literacy, and student data analysis. Students and staff shared experiences regarding the effectiveness of these interventions and student growth. Additionally, the community comment session addressed questions regarding updated board policies and the online publication of the employee handbook. The board also moved to approve the consent agenda and discussed requests related to the early college credit and start college now programs.

The board conducted the ceremonial oaths of office for members, elected board officers including president, vice president, treasurer, and clerk, and appointed various committee representatives. Discussions included designating depositories for school funds and authorized signers for contracts and purchase orders. Additionally, the superintendent provided updates on school events, recent awards received by the Community Education Recreation Center, professional development initiatives, culture festival outcomes, high school construction progress, and appreciation events for staff.

The Early Literacy Plan for Franklin Public Schools outlines its strategy to meet the WI ACT 20 State Statute requirements, focusing on improving literacy skills for 4K-3 students through high-quality, Science of Reading-based instruction and early intervention. Key priorities include comprehensive universal and diagnostic assessment, implementation of evidence-based literacy intervention strategies, creation and monitoring of personalized reading plans for at-risk students, robust family communication and engagement, and continuous data-driven evaluation of literacy instruction. The plan aims to nurture joyful, engaging classrooms where every child becomes a thoughtful reader, creative writer, caring listener, and confident speaker.