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Welcome to Franklin Elementary

Proud of Our Legacy. Excited for Our Future.

 

Since 1953, Franklin Elementary has been a place where students are encouraged to learn, belong, and discover their potential.

Welcome to Franklin Elementary School! For more than 70 years, Franklin has been a place where students are encouraged to learn, grow, and discover their potential. Today, Franklin serves students in kindergarten through fourth grade as part of the Manitowoc Public School District.

While generations of students proudly called themselves Falcons, Franklin is now part of MPSD's unified Ships family. We honor the traditions that have shaped our school while embracing a shared commitment to excellence, belonging, and student success.

Why Families Choose Franklin

 

At Franklin, every child is known, valued, and encouraged to reach their full potential. Our caring staff partners with families to create a welcoming environment where students feel safe, supported, and inspired to succeed.

Students benefit from:

✅A caring, dedicated staff
✅High-quality instruction
✅Strong family partnerships
✅Opportunities to grow academically, socially, and emotionally
✅A welcoming school community where everyone belongs

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A Legacy Worth Celebrating

 

Franklin Elementary has served generations of Manitowoc families since opening its doors in 1953.

Though our mascot has transitioned from the Falcons to the Ships, the heart of Franklin has never changed. We continue to honor the traditions, relationships, and school pride that have made Franklin a special place for more than seven decades.


QUICK FACTS

📍Location
800 South 35th Street

☎️Office 
920-663-9510

🎒Grades
Kindergarten–Grade 4

🌟Serving Students Since
1953



SCHOOL HOURS

Office Hours:
7:30am - 4:00pm

Student Hours: 
Monday 7:45am – 3:00pm  
Tuesday 7:45am – 3:00pm  
Wednesday 7:45am – 1:15pm  
Thursday 7:45am – 3:00pm  
Friday 7:45am – 3:00pm  

💡Why do students dismiss early on Wednesdays?
 MPSD uses Wednesday early release to provide dedicated staff collaboration and professional learning time that supports student success.

 



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    • ❤️ Franklin Students Become “Heart Heroes”

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      Students at Franklin Elementary spent the past month learning how to care for their hearts—and

      Students at Franklin Elementary spent the past month learning how to care for their hearts—and how to help others—through the American Heart Association’s Kids Heart Challenge.

      Led by Physical Education teacher Paige Cotton, the program brought together movement, learning, and service in a meaningful way.

      💡 What is the Kids Heart Challenge?

      The Kids Heart Challenge combines physical activity, heart health education, and service learning. Throughout the program, students:

      • Learn how their heart works
      • Practice healthy habits
      • Explore ways to respond in emergencies, including Hands-Only CPR
      • Support lifesaving research through optional fundraising

      ❤️ Making a Real Impact

      Franklin students came together as “Heart Heroes,” raising an incredible:

      $5,622

      These funds support the American Heart Association’s work in:

      • Heart health research
      • Education and prevention
      • Lifesaving innovations that impact families across the country

       
      🎉 Celebrating Student Success

      The energy and excitement carried throughout the school as students worked toward their goals and supported one another.

      To celebrate, Franklin will host a:

      School-Wide Dance Party
      📅 June 6
      🕔 5:00–7:00 PM

      🏆 Top Fundraisers

      Top Students
      🥇 Evie (Mrs. Schultz’s class)
      🥈 Ryleigh (Ms. Twaddle’s class)
      🥈 Victor (Mrs. Goehring’s class)

      Top Classes
      🏆 Mrs. Schultz’s class – $1,177
      Earned a popcorn & movie party

      🥈 Mrs. Twaddle’s class – $1,132

      🌟 More Than a Fundraiser

      While these students earned special recognition, every Franklin student played a role in making this effort a success.

      Through the Kids Heart Challenge, students are gaining more than knowledge—they’re building confidence, compassion, and the ability to step up in moments that matter.

      At Franklin Elementary, that means learning how to take care of their own hearts while making a difference for others.



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Franklin Elementary

Inspiring Education. Empowering Community. Unleashing Potential.

Franklin Elementary

Grades: K - 5

Contact Information

  • 800 South 35th Street
    Manitowoc, WI 54220
  • Phone: 920-663-9510

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