Category Archives: Recent News

A message from Board President Haley Maglieri… In partnership with Principal Simpson, the BFA Board of Directors is proud to work for the students, parents and patrons of BFA in promoting the mission and vision of the school. The following summarizes action taken during our March Board meeting. BOD Updates: Board Succession Voting for the […]

The Board nomination period ended earlier this month, and we’re very excited to announce the 2024 Ben Franklin Academy (BFA) Board of Director nominees:  Mette Castor, current BFA Board Director will be seeking re-election. Haley Maglieri, current BFA Board Director will be seeking re-election.  Justin Mayhall, current BFA parent, will be seeking election. This spring, […]

Please see the letters below regarding the Colorado requirement for the Tdap vaccine for the sixth grade. If you have any questions or would like to submit documentation, please email our Health Room at health@bfacademy.org. T-Dap Letter (English version) T-Dap Letter (Spanish version)

Each year at this time, we seek parent feedback on how things are going at BFA via the Parent Satisfaction Survey. The Spring Survey focuses on the school’s culture, climate, and operations. Please take a few minutes to fill out the Spring Satisfaction Survey.

BFA will be closed tomorrow, March 15, due to heavy snow and weather conditions. This means that all before/after school care as well as any activities are cancelled as well. We don’t want the winter weather to prevent our Charity Week activities so we’ve made the following changes: Charity Week t-shirt day will be on Thursday, March […]

For Charity Week this year, the Student Council chose to support the Colorado Cancer Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that focuses on treatment and palliative care, as well as medical research and education at the University of Colorado (CU) Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO. Charity Week kicks off on Monday, March 11. Students can participate in […]

The PTO Spirit Wear store will be open March 1-17, and there are terrific new items–just in time for warmer weather and spring sports! Be sure to check out the new shorts and tanks; and keep scrolling to see the new youth caps.  Also, pay special attention to the notes about items that are approved […]

This year, class picture day will be held on Monday, March 11. Normally, we plan class picture days on a day we’re already wearing Formal Uniform, but we were unable to do so this year which means we need to add another Formal Uniform Day on Monday, March 11. Please see our school’s class picture day flier. The PDF is […]

Get ready for the second family-friendly Engineering Night for the 2023-24 academic year, hosted by the BFA STEM Committee! The committee will host an Egg Drop Competition from 5 – 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 14, at BFA. This is a FREE event open to all BFA students and families! For the event, competitors will design contraptions to protect their eggs from […]

Do you know someone who would have a positive and lasting impact on the future of BFA? Nominate yourself or someone you know to serve on the BFA Board of Directors! Board members are committed to the success of BFA. They set policies and have oversight over financial matters of the school while focusing on […]

Each year, the Student Council selects a worthy charity to support as part of our mission to be civically engaged and give back to our local community. This year, the Student Council chose to support The Colorado Cancer Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that focuses on treatment and palliative care, as well as medical research and education […]

A message from Board President Haley Maglieri… In partnership with Principal Simpson, the BFA Board of Directors is proud to work for the students, parents and patrons of BFA in promoting the mission and vision of the school. The following summarizes action taken during our February Board meeting. BOD Updates: Charter Renewal In January, the […]

Mark your calendar for the PTO’s February Spirit Night! It’s from 3:30-8 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 23, at Tiger Den Tea House (44 Springer Drive, Highlands Ranch). Tiger Den will donate 20 percent of all orders placed to the BFA PTO! Be sure to tell the cashier that you are there for the BFA fundraiser. Or, if you […]

The PTO will host a Used Uniform Sale from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 24, in the Lightning Gym. All uniform pieces will be $5 at the sale, or 5 pieces for $20. The PTO’s goal is to continue to support our children, staff and families by offering affordable uniform options while simultaneously funding the […]

It’s time to start considering where you are going to register your children for summer care and, most importantly, summer FUN! BFA will offer summer camp again this year. We’re excited to offer this popular program as the kids love spending the day with their friends doing fun activities, and parents appreciate the peace of […]

We’re looking forward to seeing some of you tonight, Feb. 13, or Thursday, Feb. 15, for conferences! A friendly reminder, K-4 parents please be mindful of your time slot. Parents of students in grades 5-8, we’ll see you for drop-in conferences from 4:15 – 8 p.m. (Reminder: the dinner break is from 5:30 – 6 […]

The PTO will host a Used Uniform Sale from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 24, in the Lightning Gym. All uniform pieces will be $5 at the sale, or 5 pieces for $20. The PTO’s goal is to continue to support our children, staff and families by offering affordable uniform options while simultaneously funding […]

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment would like us to share the following letters with you regarding immunizations. These letters provide information about required vaccines, resources for low cost vaccines, and details about the exemption process. Preschool Immunization Letter K-12 Immunization Letter Please contact our school nurse, Peggy Brown, or email our Health Assistant, Kelley Marie Paulson, with any questions. […]

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, March 1, 2024. The BFA Board of Directors is responsible for the strategic direction and the policies that govern […]

Thank you to all who helped make the PTO’s Sweetheart Ball a success! We especially want to recognize the event chair Katie Graham, as well as social coordinator, Ewelina Chrzanowski. There were around 500 attendees–a record number, who enjoyed dancing, games, desserts and gelato! Thank you to all who donated baked goods and those who helped with the event! […]

Middle School students are invited to a Valentine’s Day Dance from 6-8 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 10, at BFA. The dance is free, but parents must register their student(s) through MySchoolBucks. Students should bring the signed Dance Policy Form (available on MSB) as their ticket to the dance. (Note: Students will not be allowed into the dance […]

Grades K-2 Ms. Johnson is offering an after school musical opportunity for students in grades K-2 this spring! Students will meet from 3:30 – 4:10 p.m. on Tuesdays, beginning Feb. 6. The “Best Pet Show Ever!” will be performed by students at 6 p.m. on May 8. For additional details and to register, click here. Grades 3-8 Ms. Gelley is […]

In order to have a diverse, dedicated, and passionate Board that is also representative of our BFA families, we need YOU (or someone you know)! Similar to last year, we are seeking a record number of nominations for the 2024 Board of Directors Election. We challenge each and every BFA family to nominate at least […]

Principal Simpson’s Jan. 25 Newsletter Message… This week is National School Choice Week! If you are in the building today, you’ll notice staff wearing School Choice stickers and see a fun banner and other messages throughout the school. We understand all our families chose BFA—and that it requires a certain level of commitment to get […]

Be sure to order your 2023-24 yearbook now for the best pricing! Right now, yearbooks cost $48 per book. The price will go up to $50 this Saturday, Jan. 27.  You may also order a yearbook dedication (parent tribute ad) for your student. Dedications are $40, and must be ordered by Jan. 31. These ads are a fun way […]