The Lion’s Roar is published out of the FISD Technology Department, P.O. Box 909, Franklin, Texas 77856.For information pertaining to this section, contact Joe Squiers or Arlisa Hrncir (979) 828-7100.
District spotlight The FISD Agricultural Science Facility, located on FM 46, brings multiple opportunities to our community members. This facility is shared by the Franklin Independent School District FFA program and the Robertson County Agricultural Extension Agency (4H program). The idea behind the facility is to provide a facility in Franklin for students and adults to learn and grow in multiple areas of agriculture.
The FISD Agricultural Science Facility host programs such as livestock judging clinics, livestock skill-at-thon practices, animal validations and clinics for major livestock shows, as well as to steer and heifer camps.
The FISD Agricultural Science Facility includes up to 20 steer and heifer pens and lockers, 20 hog pens and lockers, 20 goat and sheep pens and lockers, a show ring and a classroom that is connected for hands-on instructional practices with animals in the areas of showmanship, health care and animal knowledge. The facility provides
space for students who may not have an adequate location at their home to house an animal they want to enter in a major livestock show like Houston, San Antonio or Fort Worth or the Robertson County Fair. Students who use the facility enter into a contract with FISD requiring them to provide daily care for their animal and the facility. Instructional meetings that may be held at the facility involve organizations like Farm Bureau, Texas Parks and Wildlife, Texas Livestock Ambassadors and 4H. Trainings at the facility include the following areas: structural pest control, water conservation, beef producers, and private applicators training for agricultural producers.
These are opportunities adult members of our community are provided to grow personally in different areas of agriculture as well as completing training for applicator licenses.
ThemanyactivitiesatthisfacilitybenefitnotonlyFISDstudentsbut also the whole Franklin community.
2nd - District Golf round 1 @TAMUTrack @ Anderson/Shiro
4th & 5th - District Tennis @ Franklin
6th - Scholarships Open OnlineHS Tennis Pictures
Softball & Baseball @ Cameron
9th - District Golf round 2 @ Temple
10th - Softball & Baseball Senior Night vs. Rockdale @ Franklin
11th & 12th - District Track @ Cameron
13th - Softball & Baseball @ Academy
17th - Softball & Baseball @ Jarrell
18th - Reg. Qualifiers Track @ Whitney
21st - Prom
24th - Baseball @ Lexington
26th - Band Spring Concert
UPCOMING EVENTS Principal’s Point-of-View
Russell White
On March 22-26, Robertson County Fair Association held their annual county fair and livestock auction. Livestock, artwork, metalwork and woodwork and food are a few of the projects that were shown or exhibited by the students of Franklin High School. FHS had over 40 students who made the sale with their projects. We had many more participants who did not qualify for the sale. A special congratulations goes out to all of the participants of RCFA. The lessons of this organization teach skills that help to foster the well-rounded citizens we are trying to develop at Franklin High School.
We have many employees who donate their time and efforts to this organization to help setup and run the various shows and exhibitions. Thank you for these efforts.
Will HedrickWhat is your biggest pet peeve?Having to repeat myself multiple times.
What do you do in your free time?Golf
What is your biggest fear?Heights
Where did you go to college?Tarleton State University
If you could vacation anywhere, where would you go?Augusta, GA to see the Masters or Happy Valley to watch a Penn State football game
What is your middle name?Michael
What is your favorite food/restaurant?Pappadeaux’s
What is your favorite movie?The Goonies
courses taught:Learning Lab, Head Track
Coach, Powerlifting, Football
Counselor’s CornerCarrie ShieldsFranklin High School is fortunate to have many of our local businesses and organizations provide scholarships to graduating seniors.
Beginning April 6, students will be able to access local scholarship applications via the FHS website. Most scholarship applications must be turned in to Carrie Shields by Friday, May 4 at 4 pm.
Scholarship recipients will be announced May 29 at Awards Night.
Any group that is interested in setting up a scholarship is encouraged to contact Carrie Shields, FHS Counselor.
Get to know your Teachers!
pus News
Lexus Yow, seniorRamzey and Jaxson Zimmerman, freshmen
with Raylee Ezzell and Colton Ripley, juniors
FMS CamMARCH
30th - Bad Weather day (staff must work that day)
APRIL2nd - MS Twirler Tryouts
4th - Athletic Parent Meeting 6pm
5th - MS Solo/Ensemble contest
6th - District Track Meet Lexington
9th - Progress ReportsCheer Parent Meeting
MS Track Pictures
10th-11th - STAAR TESTING
13th - DARE Graduation
17th - MS UIL concert & sight reading
UPCOMING EVENTS Principal’s Point-of-View
Susan Nelson
It’s hard to believe that it is already the end of March. The month of April will be just as busy. Our students have twirling tryouts, the district track meet, STAAR tests, tennis matches, cheer tryouts and band concerts just to name a few. The month of MaywillbefilledwithSTAARtestsandfieldtrips.
To help your child stay healthy during these next two months, make sure that they have a healthy breakfast each day and get plenty of rest.
We will also be hosting the National Little Dribbler Tournament on April 18-21. There will be a lot of trafficaroundtheschool,soplease plan accordingly in the mornings and after school. Zeke Perez welcomes
William Prochazka.
Parker Boyett shares the meaning of the candle representing the character of an honor society
member.
pus NewsFMS CamCounselor’s CornerJeri ReaganUpcoming STAAR dates for FMS.
Please make note of these on your calendars. Also, note that on these dates we will not be allowed to have visitors on campus.
• April 10th 5th/8th Grade Math STAAR
7th Grade Writing STAAR
• April 11th 5th/8th Grade Reading STAAR
• May 14th 6th/7th Grade Math STAAR
• May 15th 6th/7th Grade Reading STAAR
• May 16th 5th/8th Grade Science STAAR
• May 17th 8th Grade Social Studies STAARAs always, if you have any questions or concerns, you can contact me at [email protected] or (979) 828-7200.
FMS National Junior Honor Society
FMS students wait for the National Junior Honor Society induction ceremony to begin.
Hayden Helton pins Jake Atomanczyk.
RRE CamMARCH
30th - Staff Development (No School for Students)
APRIL10th - 4th grade Writing STAAR
14th - Walk for Autism
18th-21st - Little Dribblers Tournament
19th - Early Release @ 1p.m.
20th - Teacher Workday (No School for Students)
26th - PreK Field Trip to the Cameron Park Zoo
MAY1st - GT Parent Meeting
14th - 2nd grade to Washington on the Brazos
3rd & 4th grade Math STAAR
15th - 3rd & 4th grade Reading STAAR
24th - Wizard of Oz Performance
25th - Wizard of Oz Performance
UPCOMING EVENTS Principal’s Point-of-View
Christie SmithermanI found the following information regarding boosting your child’s self esteem. I thought this is good information to share.
A positive sense of self is one of the greatest gifts you can give your child. Children with high self esteem feel loved and competent and develop into happy, productive people. To help build your child’s positive self-image as he grows, consider these dos and dont’s. • Give compliments every chance you
get. We take a lot of things our children do for granted. When they clear the table, do their homework, or feed the dog, say, “Thanks!” Otherwise, you are missing a great chance to reinforce the behavior you want.
• Avoid put-downs, even as jokes. Children take them seriously. They may not admit it, may even laugh with you, but on some level they believe the put-down is deserved and this contributes to poor self-esteem.
• Don’t compare your children. “Your older brother was able to do this faster” only discourages a child and causes resentment. Remember that each child is different and special.
• Give children choices. Giving children choices within a reasonable set of options preselected by you makes them feel empowered. For example, at breakfast you might offer your child the option of eggs or pancakes. Learning to make simple choices while he’s young will help prepare your child for the most difficultchoiceshe’llfaceashegrows.
Mrs Sanders’ class tells Mrs. Squiers’ class about lions.
They wrote a book and each student had a partner. They
did an amazing job.
RRE Campus NewsCounselor’s CornerKimberly HudsonIn light of the recent events in our world with mass shootings and package bombings, everyone is understandably worried. No matter how much we try to shield our children from these events, there is a possibility they could hear about them from the media or their peers.
Elementary aged children can have a hard time understanding these events, and naturally can become scared. These attacks can have psychological damage on our children and can shake their belief in the safety of their surroundings. It can cause fear, anxiety, anger, nervousness, or struggles in sleeping. Here are some signs to watch for if you are worried your child is experiencing anxiety.
