Category Archives: Recent News

Please take a few minutes to cast your vote in the 2022 Ben Franklin Academy (BFA) Board of Directors election. To learn more about the candidates, please visit the Board Election webpage or click here to watch the candidate question and answer session from March 22. Please note: Mr. Elmer has decided to withdraw his name from consideration.   Members […]

As we shared earlier this school year, the Foundation for Douglas County Schools offers parents and students an opportunity to nominate exemplary BFA staff members for the Apple Awards each year. This award recognizes outstanding educators and support staff who inspire a love of learning and innovation in our schools. It is quite an honor to […]

  Congratulations to the BFA middle school team that competed in the Destination Imagination (DI) State Tournament last Saturday, as they took FIRST PLACE in their challenge and division! The team – Calm and Collected Mother of a Cat Bottle – spent countless hours creating solutions to their challenge, and their team manager – Amber Clendening – […]

  Each year Student Council selects a worthy charity to support as part of our mission to be civically engaged and give back to our local community. Our charity this year is RezDawg, a local animal rescue that relocates dogs and cats from high-intake shelters, animal control facilities, and reservations in the Four Corners area. […]

The middle school music program takes a trip to Disneyland to perform and take on-site workshops once every three years. This is an incredible opportunity for our students and the next trip is scheduled for the 2022-23 school year. That means that the current fifth, sixth and seventh graders will be eligible for this trip.   If […]

  Congratulations to the middle school BFA team who is competing at the Destination Imagination (DI) State Competition! Join the team and show your support this Saturday, April 2, at the Auraria Higher Education Center Campus (located at 777 Lawrence St., Denver, 80204).   The team is competing in Festival Frenzy, the Improv Challenge, and will be presenting its solution at 12:21 p.m. in the Tivoli Center, room 444.   […]

Are you interested in serving on the BFA PTO next school year? We’re currently looking for individuals to fill a wide variety of volunteer roles on our 2022-23 PTO team. There are so many reasons to volunteer with the PTO; the right position is waiting for you! Nominations are now being accepted through TOMORROW, April […]

Make plans to stop by for dinner and some fun to support BFA at the Main Event Spirit Night from 4-7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 30. Main Event will give back 20 percent of all purchases (excluding alcohol); but be sure to give your paper receipt to the BFA PTO representative at the event so […]

We hope you’ll consider joining BFA’s group created especially for dads. Ben’s Brigade is a PTO group open to all BFA dads that provides a place for dads to get to know each other, as well as opportunities for unique ways to give back to the school and earn volunteer hours. Ben’s Brigade handles work […]

Are you interested in serving on the BFA PTO next school year? We’re currently looking for individuals to fill a wide variety of volunteer roles on our 2022-23 PTO team. There are so many reasons to volunteer with the PTO; the right position is waiting for you! Nominations are now being accepted through NEXT FRIDAY, […]

Have your kids had a growth spurt? Do you need a few extra uniforms? If so, visit the Uniform Consignment Sale from 10 a.m. – noon this Saturday, March 26, in the outdoor courtyard between the gyms. (If the weather isn’t cooperating, we’ll be in the small gym.) We’ll have uniforms in all sizes and […]

It may be hard to believe, but it’s time to start thinking about summer camp! Ben Franklin Academy will offer another exciting Summer Camp program this year. Do you need full-time day care for the summer? Or perhaps you are just looking to get a break a few days per week. Maybe your kids would like […]

The PTO store will be closing for the year after tomorrow night, March 25, so shop now for new spirit wear and spirit items. Make sure your kids have sweatshirts, including the new college-style sweatshirts, for chilly classrooms and fleece jackets or vests for recess. They also have water bottles, wireless phone chargers, car magnets […]

Have your kids had a growth spurt? Do you need a few extra uniforms? Are you looking for some volunteer hours? If so, mark your calendar for the upcoming Uniform Consignment Sale from 10 a.m. – noon on Saturday, March 26, in the outside courtyard between the gyms. (If the weather isn’t cooperating, we’ll be in […]

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 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 […]

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 […]

  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, […]