Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
Dive into Learning
Play of the day…Family Art Night! 🎨📖 Our BOLTs and their families explored poetry, created art at stations, and enjoyed an amazing dance performance by our Bolt Dance Team. A night full of creativity, expression, and community! #GreatnessStartsHere
Play of the day… Liberty Science Center!
From feeding butterflies, to exploring the planets in the planetarium, to getting hands-on with horseshoe crabs, sea mollusks, and sea urchins, our 3rd grade BOLTs were fully immersed in discovery.
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Play of the day… Broadway Bound BOLTs!
Our talented students took center stage after learning all about theater, showcasing their Student College projects through amazing performances for their families. Bravo to our shining stars!
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Play of the day… Broadway Bound BOLTs!
Our talented students took center stage after learning all about theater, showcasing their Student College projects through amazing performances for their families. Bravo to our shining stars!
#GreatnessStartsHere
Play of the day... I Love Broadway! Our talented BOLTs lit up the stage in I Love Broadway, showcasing incredible energy, creativity, and passion for the arts. From show-stopping numbers to unforgettable moments, our performers truly brought Broadway to life! #GreatnessStartsHere
Play of the day… Pajama Jam! 💤📚
Our annual family reading night brought teachers, students, and families together for cozy stories, creative crafts, and lots of smiles, all in pajamas! A perfect night celebrating the joy of reading together.
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Play of the day… Dental Health!
Students had an interactive and engaging assembly all about dental hygiene! They learned about proper brushing techniques and even went home with their own dental kits to keep the learning going!
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Play of the day…John Marshall Weather Assembly! Our BOLTs became junior meteorologists with John Marshall! Students explored how weather works, learned about forecasting, and discovered how scientists study storms, wind, and climate. Learning was in the air!
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Play of the day… Community Readers! Our BOLTs were all ears as special community readers came to share their love of books! Thank you to the amazing members of our community who took the time to read, connect, and inspire. Reading truly brings us together! #GreatnessStartsHere
Play of the day… Chocolate!
Today, the BEN PTA kicked off their “World’s Best Chocolate” fundraiser. Please check your child’s backpack for additional details! #GreatnessStartsHere
Play of the day… Paint Night!
Our PTA Paint Night was a masterpiece! Huge thank you to our amazing PTA for hosting and to Mr. Knipp and Ms. Toth for guiding our BOLTs. Creativity was flowing, smiles were glowing, and our school community was shining bright!
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Out of an abundance of caution, and in anticipation of overnight icing and forecasted weather conditions for early tomorrow morning, Edison Township Public Schools will operate on a two-hour delayed opening tomorrow, Wednesday, February 25, 2026. Please see school hours here: https://www.edison.k12.nj.us/page/school-hours
The safety and security of our students, staff, and families remain our highest priority.
Important information:
Breakfast will not be served.
The ABC before-care program is canceled.
The ABC/YAP after-care programs will operate as normally scheduled.
Due to inclement weather, Edison Township Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, February 24. The safety of our students, staff, and families remains our top priority.
All before and after-school programs and athletic activities are also canceled.
The designated make-up day for this closure will be determined.
All before and after-school programs and athletic activities are also canceled.
The designated make-up day for this closure will be determined.
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT!
All Edison Township Public Schools and Offices are Closed on Monday, February 23, 2026.
All before and after school programs and athletic activities are also canceled.
The designated make-up day for this closure will be Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
Play of the day… Volleyball Tournament!
Our staff volleyball team leaving it ALL on the court at the district tournament!
They battled their way to the FINALS and showed teamwork, heart, and true school spirit every step of the way. Champions in our eyes!
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Play of the day…Reading with the Stars Bingo Night!
Our K–2 students and families walked the red carpet, snapped photos, played bingo, and bought raffle tickets—all in support of reading and our school library. A truly great night! 📚✨
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Play of the day... ReadBowl!
2026 ReadBowl was a great success. We closed it out by having Rutgers football players visit and talk to our BOLTS about the importance of reading. Go BOLTs!
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2026 ReadBowl was a great success. We closed it out by having Rutgers football players visit and talk to our BOLTS about the importance of reading. Go BOLTs!
#GreatnessStartsHere
Play of the day… Curious George!
Our kindergarteners visited the State Theatre to watch Curious George, building a love for the arts and practicing real-world skills like following directions and being respectful audience members along the way.
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Play of the day...Winter Concert!
Our bolts are ready to go for tonight's concert!! Student were given a preview of what's to come and we can't wait!
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT!
All Edison Township Public Schools and Offices are Closed on Monday, January, 26.
Due to inclement weather, Edison Township Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 26.
All before and after school programs and athletic activities are also canceled.
The designated make-up day for this closure will be Monday, March 30, 2026.
All Edison Township Public Schools and Offices are Closed on Monday, January, 26.
Due to inclement weather, Edison Township Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 26.
All before and after school programs and athletic activities are also canceled.
The designated make-up day for this closure will be Monday, March 30, 2026.
