franklin smith elementary parent portal

Why James Franklin Smith Elementary School?

The mission of James Franklin Smith Elementary School is captured in our school motto: "Learning Today, Leading Tomorrow". We strive to develop the intellectual, physical and emotional capacities of each child by providing a strong foundation in academics and social-emotional growth.

What is the parent portal?

What is Parent Portal? Parent Portal not only monitors your student's attendance (at the elementary level) and academic progress through the internet, it will also be the site where you locate documents, register students in school, and update demographic information.

How do I make an appointment with Franklin Smith Elementary School?

Please call Franklin Smith Elementary at (816) 874-3640 to make an appointment. Appointments will last about an hour. Your enrolling kindergartener - We will provide a kindergarten screening and share important information about the school.

What are the age requirements to enroll in Franklin Smith Elementary?

Students must be 5 years of age before August 1, 2022. Appointments are required for enrollment and screening. Please call Franklin Smith Elementary at (816) 874-3640 to make an appointment. Appointments will last about an hour.

What is Parent Portal?

Parent Portal not only monitors your student's attendance (at the elementary level) and academic progress through the internet, it will also be the site where you locate documents, register students in school, and update demographic information. Once your account is set-up, it will be available every year with the username and password you created.

What is Student Portal?

The same website as the Parent Portal, but students in grades 6-12 will have access to their grades/attendance.

Can I change my password?

In Parent Portal, yes, go to Account Preferences and click on the pencil icon next to the password to edit your password. In Student Portal, no.

Can I check my student's lunch balance?

In Parent Portal, it is available under Balance. This will show you the student's lunch balance, as well as any fees due.

Can progress reports be emailed to me?

Currently elementary cannot see grades. For secondary the answer is Yes! Go to Email Notification, select the reports you would like to receive, frequency, any additional e-mails, and Submit.

Enrolled my Kindergarten student in the spring, do I need to complete Enrollment Express again?

Yes, but you will be completing returning student information. We also ask that you upload proof of residency.

Forgot the Email I used to create my account-what do I do now?

Please email bssdpschoolparents@bssd.net and provide your student's name and school, your name, and email associated with the account. Once your information has been verified, you will be emailed your student's information. Please allow 48 hours (M-F) for a return email.

Report Absences

Parents should call the school in the morning, before school starts, to report all student absences. This includes full day absences and partial day absences. For a partial day absence, parents should notify the office before school starts and when the student returns to class.

SEARCH NEWS

The March 2022 Breakfast and Lunch Menu is now available from Child Nutrition Services. Meals are free for all students during the 2021-2022 school year. However, payment for a la carte purchases and adult meals is still required.

District and Community News

The March 2022 Breakfast and Lunch Menu is now available from Child Nutrition Services. Meals are free for all students during the 2021-2022 school year. However, payment for a la carte purchases and adult meals is still required.

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