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Our mission is that our school community will collaborate to guarantee growth through a dynamic, innovative, and comprehensive instructional program.
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Announcements

The Penguin Post and News You Choose

View recent editions of The Penguin Post family newsletter - The Franconia Newsletter and other News You Choose messages.

Noticias Que Elige en Español

¿Sabe que puede obtener información de la escuela en español? Los anuncios importantes ahora se envían en español, además del inglés a través del programa FCPS News You Choose. Haga clic en el título del evento para obtener mas información.

Information about the Franconia PTA

The all volunteer-run Parent Teacher Association (PTA) at Franconia Elementary is an active part of the school community. The organization has a vital role in supporting the school in many ways, including purchasing technology, funding school buses for field trips, and supplementing classroom resources.

New Cell Phone Use Expectations

New cell phone use expectations are in effect for the 2022-23 school year. Parents will need to review the Student Rights and Responsibilities (SRR) and sign the form.

Student School Supplies 2022-2023

Find out all you need to know about school supplies for the upcoming school year!

Safety Tipline

Report safety issues online or by text message using the Safety Tipline.  You may choose to identify yourself or remain anonymous.

Upcoming Events at Franconia Elementary School

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Student Web Links

Access frequently visited resources!

Online Attendance Form

Submit a student absence online!

Change in Dismissal Form

Submit a change in dismissal online!

Mental Health Resources: 24/7 Emergency Numbers

Franconia Elementary School Features

Principal Smith Recognized as FCPS 2020 Region 3 Outstanding New Principal!

January 06, 2021
Congratulations to Principal Smith who was recognized as the FCPS 2020 Region 3 Outstanding New Principal!

Read-a-Thon

October 11, 2019
The Franconia PTA Read-A-Thon Fundraiser begins on October 30th and runs through November 14th.

Congratulations, Principal Smith!

August 15, 2018
Congratulations, Andrew Smith, the new principal of Franconia Elementary School!
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FCPS News and Features

FCPS This Week - September 22, 2022

Congratulations to Mosaic Elementary, National Merit Semifinalists, and a McLean teacher who will appear on Wheel of Fortune.

Puerto Rico Recruitment Brings Mother-Daughter Teaching Pair to FCPS Immersion Program

A Laurel Ridge ES Spanish immersion teacher was one of the first hires through FCPS outreach to Puerto Rico. Now her daughter is one of the most recent recruits.<br />

Mosaic Elementary School Named 2022 National Blue Ribbon School

Mosaic Elementary School has been named a 2022 National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education. The Fairfax County public school is among seven schools in Virginia and 297 schools in the country receiving the honor this year.

Superintendent's Weekly Reflections

Superintendent Reid writes a weekly blog to keep people up to date with all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. "Not all heroes have capes, but this one does," says Dr. Reid about one student who is highlighted this week. Also, hear about stops at Whitman MS and Mount Vernon HS, as well as other high schools for Community Conversations.
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