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Graduation ceremony speech
Once a Panther, Always a Panther.

Franklin HS Schools and Programs

  • Franklin Dual Language Academy
  • Franklin HS Panthers Athletics
  • Franklin High School
  • Franklin High School School for Advanced Studies
  • Franklink STEM Magnet

News & Announcements

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Understanding Anxiety and Building Resiliency

Today we have a workshop titled Understanding Anxiety and Building Resiliency to be facilitated by DMH Promoter Heidi Juarez via zoom from 5-6pm. Participants may join the meeting via the following zoom link and/or phone number
https://lausd.zoom.us/j/5702957000
Dial: 1213-338-8477

Region East Black Student Achievement Plan (BSAP) Family Reunion

You are invited to our Region East Black Student Achievement Plan (BSAP) Family Reunion (see flyer attached)

There will be FREE resources for Region East Families and the chance to meet a Children's Book Author.

Join us!

Saturday, April 26

9:00 am to 1:00 pm

Santee Education Complex

1921 Maple Ave.

LA, CA 90011
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Calendar

Apr 24

Unassigned Day (No School)

Apr 25

150th Day of School

FOCUS program for parents

Time: 9 AM – 10:30 AM
Location: Parent Center

Apr 26

Region East Black Student Achievement Plan (BSAP) Family Reunion

Time: 9 AM – 1 PM
Location: Santee Education Complex 1921 Maple Ave. LA, CA 90011

Apr 28

Franklin Foundation Scholarships Due

SBAC Testing Week

iAttend Outreach Day

Coffee with the Principal

Time: 9 AM – 10 AM

Apr 29

SBAC Testing Week

May 25

Memorial Day

Time: 5 PM – 4:59 PM

May 26

Memorial Day

Time: 5 PM – 4:59 PM

Jun 19

Juneteenth

Time: 3 PM – 4 PM
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At A Glance

  • 1,340 Enrolled Students
  • 37 Advanced Placement and Honors courses available
  • 31 Students Received the California Department of Education--Seal of Biliteracy
  • California Department of Education--Gold Ribbon School
  • Franklin STEM Magnet: 2024 Magnet Schools of America--School of Excellence
  • Franklin Dual Language Magnet: 2024 Magnet Schools of America--School of Distinction
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About Us

Benjamin Franklin Senior High School was established in Highland Park in 1916 and has been the heart of the community for over 100 years. The school opened with 225 students and 115 faculty members at what is presently Monte Vista Elementary. As the school grew, a new location was opened in 1960 where Franklin is currently located. Currently, Benjamin Franklin High School and Dual Language Middle School has a student body of 1,403 students. The school also boasts a highly-active alumni community, with many multi-generational students currently enrolled.
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Our Mission

Franklin students will:

- Possess socially conscious perspectives and digital citizenship to contend with our rapidly changing global society.
- Contribute positively to a culturally and diverse community.
- Exhibit creative and critical thinking through thoughtful explanation, interpretation, application, perspective, empathy and self-knowledge.
- Communicate effectively and confidently in collaborating with others.
Explore, define and solve complex problems and apply them to real-life situations.