Category Archives: Recent News

Thinking about volunteering with the PTO? There are so many reasons why you should! Here are just a few: Your volunteer work will make a difference. You can meet new people. We can match jobs to your interests and availability. You’ll know what’s going on at BFA. It’s so much fun to be an active […]

We are THRILLED to report that the PTO earned $60,300 through the online auction and direct giving fundraiser! That’s right–our community contributed $60,300 that will be poured directly back into BFA. Thank you to all of the families who participated and helped the PTO surpass its goal!   Special thanks to the PTO members, volunteers […]

  BFA students were excited to participate in the International Academic Competitions Geo Bee this past weekend at George Washington High School in Denver.   BFA had a number of students qualify, with 17 participants competing in the event against students from around the metro area. It was a very fun day for all the […]

  Congratulations to the BFA middle school team who competed in the Destination Imagination (DI) South Metro Regional Tournament! They did their best and gave an excellent performance at the competition; in fact, they came in FIRST PLACE and earned the RENAISSANCE AWARD for music they made spontaneously with boxes during their improvised skit. The […]

The PTO would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the BFA staff, families, and community members who supported our 2021-22 fundraiser. While the official numbers aren’t in quite yet, it is clear that we not only met, but exceeded our $50,000 goal! We are thrilled to be able to pour this money […]

The Community Events Committee (CEC) can’t wait to host students and their moms (or other special adult) from 7 – 8 a.m. on Friday, March 4, in the BFA Lightning (small) gym   Come enjoy time together over a craft, muffins, fruit, juice, and coffee. Once you are finished eating, head to the Thunder (big) gym for fun games […]

  Come cheer on your BFA Destination Imagination (DI) team at the South Metro tournament THIS Saturday, Feb. 26, at American Academy (Lincoln Meadows Campus; 10260 Twenty Mile Road, Parker, 80134).   BFA’s middle school team – Calm and Collected Mother of a Cat Bottle – will be competing and demonstrating their problem solving skills in the Improv Challenge: Festival Frenzy at 11 […]

The middle school drama and tech students are preparing for the musical “James and the Giant Peach.” They will perform at 7 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 25, and Saturday, Feb. 26, on the BFA stage. Doors open at 6:40 p.m., and seating is first come, first served. If you’ve never been to a BFA musical–now is […]

Do you know someone who will make a lasting impact at BFA? Nominate yourself or someone you know to serve on the BFA Board of Directors. Board members are committed to the success of BFA and set policies and have oversight over financial matters of the school while focusing on the long-term strategic direction. Do […]

Make plans to enjoy great food and support BFA from 5-8 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 8, at Kneaders (1105 Sgt. Jon Stiles Drive). They also will have cookies with the BFA logo and bolts on them for purchase!    Kneaders will give back 20 percent of all purchases, including merchandise, so be sure to mention BFA so the school will get credit […]

We Heard You! Based on feedback from BFA families, the annual PTO fundraiser for the 2021-22 school year will be a direct-giving campaign. This means that 100 percent of all funds donated will go directly to BFA! The PTO’s goal is to raise $50,000. The suggested donation is $100 per student or $250 per family, […]

The Succession Committee of the BFA Board of Directors is pleased to announce the Call for Nominations for the BFA Board of Directors (“Board”) is open and will remain so until 11:59 p.m. MST on Friday, February 18, 2022.   The BFA Board consists of seven (7) members: four (4) are regularly elected by the School Voting […]

The PTO’s online store for spirit wear and spirit items is open now and will be open until Friday, March 4. You can shop for all your BFA logo gear including t-shirts, hoodies, baseball caps, masks and gaiters, desktop calendars, and more! Make sure your kids have sweatshirts for chilly classrooms and fleece jackets or vests for […]

If you have a new/prospective K-8 student and did not complete Open Enrollment during Round One, please be aware that the Second Round of Open Enrollment begins at 8 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 24. Go to the Douglas County School District (DCSD) Open Enrollment webpage for more information. We continue to offer tours of the […]

Yearbooks are on sale now and cost $36 per book. For details on pricing and how to order, check out the attached flier.    You also may order a dedication (ad) for your student. See below for more information about this fun way to help commemorate a great school year! The last day to order a dedication […]

All BFA girls and their father or other special adult are invited to attend this year’s Sweetheart Ball, Boots & Beauties, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 29, at BFA.    Tickets are on sale NOW through Wednesday, Jan. 26, on MySchoolBucks. Tickets are $35 per couple, and $15 for each additional student. Get yours today, as […]

The ability of BFA to carry out the mission and vision depends upon the strength of our organizational foundation, beginning with the Board of Directors.  This spring, the BFA community will elect (or re-elect) one (1) director to serve on the seven-director Board, for a term of three years. The current Board of Directors will […]

Benjamin Franklin’s birthday is Jan. 17, 1706, making him 316 years old. Since his actual birthday falls on a school holiday, the PTO will help us celebrate Ben’s Birthday on Tuesday, Jan. 18, with cookies from Eileen’s Cookies and an allergy friendly alternative for those with food allergies and sensitivities. New this year, there will […]

All BFA girls and their father or other special adult are invited to attend this year’s Sweetheart Ball, Boots & Beauties (please note the theme change) from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 29, at BFA. Suggested dress for the event is Western attire.   Purchase your tickets online through MySchoolBucks from NOW through Wednesday, Jan. 26. Tickets will not be sold […]

In case you missed it, below is a message from Haley Maglieri, at-large director, BFA Board of Directors…   They say kindness is contagious. And while academics is at the forefront of BFA’s mission and vision, kindness and compassion are of equal importance. As we begin 2022, please allow this to serve as a message […]

In case you missed it, below is a message from Principal Simpson, which was sent out on Sunday, Jan. 2:   Happy New year! I am looking forward to a fun and productive second half of the 21-22 school year.   The fires up in Boulder County last week were completely devastating. Our hearts are […]

Current BFA families can express interest in the preschool program for the three-year-old and four-year-old classes via the Intent to Enroll form on the preschool webpage.    Preschool enrollment for new BFA families is on a first come, first served basis, so it”s a good idea to complete the Intent to Enroll form early; but we certainly encourage parents […]

A Message from Haley Maglieri, at-large director, BFA Board of Directors   The Ben Franklin Academy (BFA) community is seeking leaders who are passionate about and committed to BFA’s mission and vision to serve on the BFA Board of Directors (Board). In the spring of 2022, the BFA community will elect (or re-elect) one (1) […]

The Foundation for Douglas County Schools extended the submission deadline for the coveted Apple Awards to midnight tomorrow, Dec. 17.   This is a great way to honor our wonderful teachers and staff, while highlighting the innovative work they do to challenge and inspire students. Again this year, your nominations will be submitted as a video or written […]

The price of the yearbook will go up after break! Yearbooks cost $30 per book, but don’t wait, as the price will go up to $36 after Winter Break. For details on pricing and how to order, check out the attached flier.    You may also order a dedication (ad) for your student. What a fun way […]