Expanded State guidelines for free and reduced meals have increased the opportunities for our working families to qualify for reduced and free school meals both lunch and our breakfast in the classroom.

For more information, to see if you quailfy, or if you are ready to apply, please visit: https://www.franklinboe.org/page/free-and-reduced-meal-guidelines-updated

Today we celebrate National School Parent Group Appreciation Day . Thank you to our amazing School PTO for your hard work, dedication, and commintment to our students, staff and school community! We appreicate all that you do!

This week, we celebrate the incredible HR professionals who help keep our schools running smoothly and support the people who make our district so special. From welcoming new staff members to supporting our employees throughout their careers, your dedication makes a difference every day.

Thank you for all that you do for our staff, our schools, and our students!

Want to help a student at Pine Grove Manor get a new book? Become a Book Fairy and make a big difference! 📚✨

Your kindness helps students discover the joy of reading and builds a brighter future—one book at a time.

📱 How to join: Scan the QR code in the flyer to get started!
📅 Dates: October 4th – 9th


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¿Quieres ayudar a un estudiante de Pine Grove Manor a obtener un libro? ¡Conviértete en un Hada de los Libros (Book Fairy) y haz una gran diferencia! 📚✨

Tu bondad ayuda a que nuestros estudiantes descubran la alegría de la lectura y construyan un futuro mejor, ¡un libro a la vez!

📱 ¿Cómo participar?: ¡Escanea el código QR en el afiche para comenzar!
📅 Fechas: Del 4 al 9 de octubre

#PineGroveManor #BookFairy #DonateABook #JoyOfReading #CommunitySupport #AmoLeer #DonaciónDeLibros

PGM held a farewell breakfast for Ms. Jimenez, who will be joining CES as their Vice Principal. Best of luck, Ms. Jimenez!

Breakfast in the Classroom Will Be Back in September!

Attention Elementary School Families. Join the FTEA for their Book and Beach Bash, tomorrow June 7, 2025 from noon to 3 pm at Franklin High School., 500 Elizabeth Ave. Somerset. We moved the event indoors due to the weather but there will be plenty of fun, snacks and free books! Enter the events lobby from the back of the high school. Hope to see you there!

Aspiring Teacher Bootcamp: April 3rd, 2025 5-7PM What to Expect: * Interview Strategies – Learn best practices for answering common questions, showcasing your strengths, and demonstrating your passion for teaching. * Classroom Insights – Gain practical tips on what to expect during your first year in the classroom and how to effectively communicate your readiness for the role. * Personalized Feedback – Receive constructive feedback from seasoned educators to help you improve your resume and interview skills. * Networking Opportunities - Network with fellow future educators, current Franklin staff and more to expand your support system as you begin your journey in the classroom. Register here: https://forms.gle/KoYwdzhVrvTqNjMT8

Thank you to Assemblyman Danielson and the Franklin Township Community Relations Bureau for donating coats for the PGM Winter Coat Drive! We're Better Together!

PGM alumnus and now author, Kelly Turner, read her story to PGM & CES pre-k and kindergarten students. Our students learned about spreading kindness using our very own wands!

All Franklin Township Public Schools and District Offices will be closed for Winter Recess December 23, 2024 through January 1, 2025. Classes will resume and offices will reopen on Thursday, January 2, 2025. Wishing everyone a healthy, safe and relaxing holiday season!

Seasons Greetings from the PGM Panda Warriors ❄️🐼

FTPS recently received a School Leader Award from the NJ School Boards Association. Nubeja Allen, Supervisor of Secondary Mathematics and Co-Coordinator for Enrichment accepted the award on behalf of the enrichment team and their work on the FTPS Invention Competition. Congratulations!

EAS Students in Mr. Fowler's class visit Ms. Patko’s class to hand deliver thank you notes for the "1,000 Thank You" campaign to show appreciation for the brave men and women who have served this country and made it proud. Thank you for your bravery, Veterans!

Advanced Manufacturing Year 1 students begin to drill for the first time. Not to be outdone, the @FHS_FTPSchools Advanced Manufacturing Year 2 @raritanvalleycc students are independently following blueprints to create a new project!

Congratulations to the Green Teams of EAS; FPS; HIL; PGM; HSC and SGS on their certification by Sustainable Jersey for Schools. Additionally EAS; FPS; PGM; HSC and SGS received Digital School Awards at the NJ School Boards Association Workshop last week.

CES Artists learn about Diwali with these colorful Diyas!

Ms. Kristin Calhoun pictured at this year's NJSBA Convention, where Pine Grove Manor Elementary School received their Sustainable Jersey Silver Certification and Digital Star. PGM is one of six Franklin Township schools to have received a Sustainable Jersey award! 🥈