Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
| TK and Kindergarten | 1st-6th Grades | |
|---|---|---|
| Start Time | 7:30 am | 7:30 am |
| Dismissal | 1:47 am | 1:57 pm |
| Dismissal on Wednesday | 12:38 pm | 12:48 pm |
| Dismissal on Minimum Day | 10:49 am | 10:59 am |
A Word From Our Principal
Welcome to Benjamin Franklin School, home of the Falcons! My name is Shawnna Derache and I am thrilled to be the Principal at Franklin! I come to Franklin with 32 years of experience in Anaheim Elementary School District and this is my eleventh year as a site principal. In addition, we welcome our new Vice Principal, Dr. Jenny Hitchcock to the Franklin staff. We look forward to meeting you and working together to support our incredible students!
Our Franklin family consists of an extremely dedicated staff which promotes nurturing relationships and academic excellence in a positive and inclusive environment. They are committed to ensuring that our students learn, grow and thrive while in our care.
We are pleased to announce that Franklin is a Community School this year! Our Community School Program offers integrated student support, expanded enrichment opportunities, family and community engagement events, and collaborative leadership practices. Please look for announcements of upcoming community events on our Franklin Parent Square platform.
Thank you for your continued patience, kindness, and safety during arrival and dismissal times. It is important to remember not to double park on Water Street. We want to keep our students as safe as possible!
At Franklin School, we value a strong home-school connection. We encourage you to contact us with any questions you may have. We look forward to an outstanding school year!!
Franklin: At least 1% better every day!
School Site Council Meetings
Franklin Families,
Below you will find the scheduled School Site Council (SSC) meetings. The SSC/ELAC meeting agendas will be posted 72 hours before the meeting date. Meeting minutes will be posted after each meeting.
Open Enrollment for 2025-2026 School Year
Enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year will begin on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at all school sites during Saturday School. Families can begin the enrollment process by clicking here: AESD Enrollment Website or stop by the school office where computers are available.
Prepare for enrollment for your preschool/TK/ or Kindergarten scholar by gathering the following documents:
- A certified copy of a birth certificate, a duly attested baptism certificate, or a passport
- Immunization Record
- Proof of address within the last 30 days as required on the Residence Verification form.
Please note: all students that turn 4 years old by September 1, 2025, may enroll for Transitional Kindergarten. All students that turn 5 years old by September 1, 2025, will be enrolled in Kindergarten. We look forward to assisting you with the enrollment of your child for the 2025-2026 school year!
Parent Meetings for DLI Interested Families
Join us to explore the benefits of being multilingual!
The Anaheim Elementary School District is hosting information meetings for families of students entering Preschool, TK & Kindergarten. Learn about our award-winning Dual Language Immersion (DLI) Program, available in Spanish, Korean, and Chinese.
Meeting Highlights
- Understand how the DLI Program works
- Discover the lifelong advantages
- Get information on how to apply
- Learn about our education standards
- Tips and guidance
Upcoming Parent Information Meetings
Please attend one of the scheduled meetings to fully understand the commitment of being part of the DLI Academy.
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| November 19, 2024 | 6:00 PM | AESD District Office |
| December 17, 2024 | 8:30 AM | AESD District Office |
| January 16, 2025 | 5:30 PM | Marshall Elementary School |
| January 30, 2025 | 6:00 PM | Westmont Elementary School |
| February 13, 2025 | 5:30 PM | Sunkist Elementary School |
| February 20, 2025 | 6:00 PM | Barton Elementary School |
| March 6, 2025 | 5:30 PM | Ross Elementary School |
| March 13, 2025 | 6:00 PM | Orange Grove Elementary School |
| March 19, 2025 | 8:30 AM | AESD District Office |
| April 3, 2025 | 5:30 PM | Roosevelt Elementary School |
| April 17, 2025 | 6:00 PM | Ponderosa Elementary School |
| May 8, 2025 | 9:00 AM | Virtual Meeting: English, Spanish |
Contact Information
For more information, reach out to your child’s school or the District Office at (714) 517-7530.