Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.0, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Benjamin Franklin High School The School District of Philadelphia ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://bfhs.philasd.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Blog](https://bfhs.philasd.org/blog/) ## Pages - [Benjamin Franklin High School - Home](https://bfhs.philasd.org/) - BFHS Parent Welcome Letter 2024-2025 Parent Right to Know Letters 2024-2025 KEYSTONE TESTING MAY 13, 14, 15, 16, 21, & 22 Check your testing days HERE Spring is here, and that means it’s time to take the Philly School Experience Survey, the annual survey for all Philly public school parents and guardians! The parent - [Benjamin Franklin Staff](https://bfhs.philasd.org/announcements/) - Staff List & Faculty Administration Principal – Dr. K. Canada Assistant Principal – 9th-Grade Academy – Dr. J. Hale Assistant Principal – 10th Grade/ Special Education – Ms. C. Brown Climate Manager – Mr. J. Hargrove Climate Manager – Mr. J. Williams Office Staff Secretary – Ms. T. Stricklan Roster Chair – Ms. D. Eib - [9th Grade Academy News](https://bfhs.philasd.org/9th-grade-academy-news/) - 9th Grade Academy Benjamin Franklin High School 9th Grade Academy Assistant Principal: Dr. Jennifer Hale Climate Manager: Mr. Jabrais Hargrove 9th Grade Coordinator: Mr. J. Mocha 9th and 10th Grade Counselor: Ms. E. Krause Social Worker: Ms. T. Thomas Our Mission We facilitate a seamless transition into high school, establishing a robust academic foundation for - [Graduation Resources](https://bfhs.philasd.org/college-resource/) - Tool Kit Industry-Recognized Credentials For Non-CTE Students Template For employment confirmation Pathway V Resources Service Learning Project Guidelines State Graduation Requirements Here! College Planning & Resources 2026-2027 SY Access the FAFSA Overview presentation by the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency here. Philadelphia HBCU College Fair Saturday, November 14, 2026 Historically Black College Common Application - [Career & Tech. Ed. (CTE)](https://bfhs.philasd.org/cte/) - Benjamin Franklin High School is excited to offer the following Programs for our Tenth (10th), Eleventh (11th), and Twelfth (12th) Grade Students: [in alphabetical order] • Culinary Arts – (Hospitality Cluster) • Building/Property Maintenance – (Construction & Manufacturing Cluster) • Medical/Clinical Assistant – Health Cluster) • Precision Machining - [Athletic Program - Sports](https://bfhs.philasd.org/athletic-program-sports/) - Athletic Director Coach R. Kringe Fall Sports Schedule Football – Coach A. Medley Cheerleading – Coach L. Waxman Swimming – Coach R. Kringe Volleyball Winter Sports Schedule Boy’s Varsity Basketball – TBA Boy’s JV Basketball – TBA Girls’ Varsity Basketball Bowling Spring Sports Schedule Baseball – Coach R. Kringe Badminton Flag Football – - [2026-2027 School Year Calendar](https://bfhs.philasd.org/school-year-calendar/) - Benjamin Franklin High School Year Calendar: 2026-2027 * Since the calendar is subject to change during the school year, the web version may contain updates not reflected in the printed version of this publication. The following is the calendar for all schools and Pre-Kindergarten Programs for the 2026-2027 school year: SDP 2026-2027 Academic Calendar - [Facility & Property Maintenance](https://bfhs.philasd.org/building/) - Click HERE to LINK to the BFHS Facility & Property Maintenance Presentation (PDF) Instructor: Mr. J. Stuart Email Address: jstuart@PhilaSD.org - [Clinical Medical Assistants](https://bfhs.philasd.org/clinical-medical-assistants/) - I am Vivianne Rogers, a registered nurse and a proud product of the Philadelphia Public School system, having graduated from Robert E. Lamberton High School in 1992. My healthcare career began with my certification as a nursing assistant from Entry Level LLC—Professional Nurses Training trade school. While pursuing my nursing degree, I gained invaluable experience - [CTE at BFHS - Culinary Arts](https://bfhs.philasd.org/culinary/) - Click HERE to LINK to the BFHS Culinary Presentation (PDF) Instructor: Chef Kristofer Penczak Email Address: KPenczak@PhilaSD.org Having “grown up” in the industry, serving in various roles along the way, Chef Penczak has been providing Culinary Education and Training to high school and college aged scholars his entire career. As a young high school student - [12th Grade News, Information and Updates](https://bfhs.philasd.org/senior-news-information-and-updates/) - Benjamin Franklin High School Senior Activities BFHS Senior Contract 23-24 (2) Senior Dues Letter .docx (English and Espanol) Senior/Junior Prom – TBA Senior Trip – TBA Graduation – TBA School District of Philadelphia Sponsored Events It’s never too early for students and families to start thinking about graduation. For more - [Bell Schedule](https://bfhs.philasd.org/https-docs-google-com-spreadsheets-d-17z4cgor8qn8fff60p4p5nqowkfy69bjjlkaygkcfwcs-edituspsharing/) - A B Calendar - [Health Updates](https://bfhs.philasd.org/health/) - Parent/Guardian Testing Consent COVID-19 testing is required for all students participating in athletics and performing arts programs. Your child cannot participate in these extracurricular activities without your consent to conduct COVID-19 testing. We strongly encourage families of all students participating in-person learning to provide consent to COVID-19 testing. The symptomatic and test-to-stay testing models are - [News](https://bfhs.philasd.org/news/) - Upcoming Events - [BFHS - School Counseling Team](https://bfhs.philasd.org/counselors/) - Benjamin Franklin High School Counseling Team 9th and 10th Grades Ms. Emily Krause – ekrause@philasd.org 11th and 12th Grades Ms. Fatimah Mitchell – fsmitchell@philasd.org School Social Worker/ Safe Center Ms. Tina Thomas – tthomas@bethanna.org - [Title 1 Documentation](https://bfhs.philasd.org/title-1-documentation/) - Benjamin Franklin Broad Street Facade Photo 3 As a school that receives Title 1 funds, it is important to us that you can access information as required by Federal Law. Please contact us at 215-400-7600 if you have any questions about the documents posted below. Thank you, parents and families, for partnering with us. Title - [Ben Franklin Student/Parent Guidebook](https://bfhs.philasd.org/student-parent-guidebook/) - Guidebook Link PERMISSION FOR USE OF STUDENT IMAGE, VOICE, VIDEO, WORK, AND/OR FIRST NAME for News Media, District Communications, School Partner Communications, and Educational Purposes Permission for Use of Student Image.docx - [Naval JROTC](https://bfhs.philasd.org/naval-jrotc/) - Photos from Veterans Breakfast from the Veterans Day Color Guard for 440 Phila SD headquarter Community relations went very well Nov 2nd, Ava, Evelin and Lenisha helped sort, fold and issue infant clothing with Ms. Ellen In addition to assisting in handing out groceries for over 130 families today! Our students represented Ben Franklin well - [Records Requests](https://bfhs.philasd.org/records/) - We accept records requests via email bfhs@philasd.org and fax 215-400-7601 We have transcripts and proof of graduation for students from 2011 to current who attended and graduated from regular day school. Students who graduated 2010 and earlier, please contact the district for your records: https://www.philasd.org/studentrecords/#recordrequest We do not have access to EOP/Night School records. Please - [Contact Us](https://bfhs.philasd.org/contact/) - Benjamin Franklin High School 550 North Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19130-4016 Office Phone: (215) 400-7600 Fax: (215) 400-7601 bfhs@philasd.org Principal: Dr. Khailiah Canada kcanada@philasd.org Assistant Principal: Dr. Jennifer Hale jgee@philasd.org Assistant Principal: AP Chloe Brown cbrown@philasd.org Secretary: Ms. Thelisha Strickland tstricklan@philasd.org - [Health Information and Updates](https://bfhs.philasd.org/health-information-and-updates/) - School District of Philadelphia Benefits Navigator The School District of Philadelphia has partnered with BenePhilly to support District families with signing up for important public benefits. All PreK-12 students and families can visit the School District of Philadelphia Welcome Center at 440 N. Broad Street to meet with the Benefits Navigator, Stacie Brown, and get one-on-one support - [EF TOURS](https://bfhs.philasd.org/ef-tours/) - Dear families, We’re going to JAPAN in SUMMER 2026, and you’re invited! We’re excited to tell you more about the trip we’re planning with EF Tours, our educational travel partner. Please be sure to register for this info session to be considered for this opportunity: https://bit.ly/4dfXq1v When students travel, they expand their knowledge of the world around them, discover - [Dr. Jennifer Hale, Assistant Principal](https://bfhs.philasd.org/dr-jennifer-hale-new-9th-grade-academy-assistant-principal/) - Assistant Principal 9th Grade Academy email: jgee@philasd.org Greetings, With great excitement, I write this letter of introduction as the 9th-grade Academy Assistant Principal of Benjamin Franklin High School. I consider it an honor and a privilege to have the opportunity to lead and collaborate with this phenomenal school team and community. This is my - [AP Brown](https://bfhs.philasd.org/ap-brown/) - AP Chloe Brown, New Assistant Principal 1thth Grade email: cbrown@philasd.org - [Ms. Chloe Brown, Assistant Principal, 11th Grade](https://bfhs.philasd.org/mscbrown/) - Ms. Chloe Brown 11th Grade Academy Email: cbrown@philasd.org Hello Electrons! I am elated to join the Benjamin Franklin High School family as an Assistant Principal this school year. I look forward to getting to know each and every member of our illustrious community. As an educator with 10+ years of experience in the field, - [Parents & Families](https://bfhs.philasd.org/parentfamily/) - Welcome to Benjamin Franklin High School's SDP Family Resource Guide The School District of Philadelphia is delighted to introduce our new Family Resource Guide to foster stronger family and community engagement within our organization. This guide is a comprehensive tool to support families in navigating available resources and opportunities, ensuring their active involvement in their - [Dr. K. Canada, Principal](https://bfhs.philasd.org/dr-canada/) - Our Principal, Dr. K. Canada Email: Kcanada@philasd.org - [Teachers and Staff Only](https://bfhs.philasd.org/teachers-and-staff-only/) - Staff ONLY Portal and Website - [Parent, Family and Community Resources](https://bfhs.philasd.org/parent-family-and-community-resources/) - School Plan Benjamin Franklin School Plan - 2023-2024 SY - Click HERE to review Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow Attendance and Truancy Resources Checklist and Calendar Video - 5 Ways To Support Great Attendance Right to Read Film Screening The District is committed to forging strong partnerships with families and our community in order to improve - [General Information](https://bfhs.philasd.org/info/) - Benjamin Franklin High School is a four year program that provides: • Multiple pathways for college and career preparation. • Creates an open school community to staff, parents, and stakeholders. • Cultivates a one-voice advocacy for promoting civic leadership. • Uses data to ensure graduates succeed academically. Benjamin Franklin High School will develop of our - [Ben Franklin Highlight Reel](https://bfhs.philasd.org/ben-franklin-highlight-reel/) - Tool Kit Industry-Recognized Credentials For Non-CTE Students Template For employment confirmation Pathway V Resources Service Learning Project Guidelines NJROTC Community Service Our students shucked corn, bagged groceries, stacked boxes and removed garbage. These efforts assisted more than 160 families obtain up to 5 days of food. - [CTE at BFHS, In the News](https://bfhs.philasd.org/ctenews/) - Check In for Posts & Updates regarding Career & Technical Education at BFHS Benjamin Franklin High introduces Students to Machining, Welding Industries [Link to Philadelphia Tribune], Tues., Nov. 16th, 2021 Mr. Sizer & "the Pups" of Precision Machining & Tool Technology Students at the Controls - [Precision Machining & Tool Technology](https://bfhs.philasd.org/machining/) - Click HERE to LINK to the BFHS Precision Machining Presentation (PDF) Instructor: Mr. Ronald Sizer Email Address: RSizer@PhilaSD.org Mr. Sizer was raised in a family of Machinists. Mr. Sizer was grinding metal before attending seventh (7th) grade. Mr. Sizer attended Abington High School where he graduated 1994. Mr. Sizer worked in Metal and Wood shops - [Welding Technology](https://bfhs.philasd.org/welding/) - Click HERE to LINK to the BFHS Welding Presentation (PDF) Instructor: Mr. Harry Graham Email Address: HGraham@PhilaSD.org Mr. Graham is a product of the School District of Philadelphia's CTE program at Edward Bok Vocational Technical High School. Mr. Graham graduated from the Ironworkers Local Union 401 Apprenticeship program. Mr. Graham served in the Navy Reserves - [Uniform Policy/Dress Code](https://bfhs.philasd.org/uniformpolicy-dresscode/) - DRESS CODE Pleaser wear your school ID as well as: Shirts: Ben Franklin High School Collared (Polo ) Shirts, T-Shirts, Hoodies, or school sponsored BFHS attire ( BFHS shirts for athletics, clubs, etc) Pants: any color, school appropriate, pants, jeans, shorts, or skirts Sneakers or Shoes with a closed toe JROTC please wear your uniform - [Athletic Forms](https://bfhs.philasd.org/athleticforms/) - PIAA Physical Form - [Coronavirus: What Families Need to Know](https://bfhs.philasd.org/coronavirus-what-families-need-to-know/) - Coronavirus One-Pager_English_Revised 2.27.20 Coronavirus Coronavirus is a virus that can be spread from person to person. The virus that causes the Coronavirus was first identified in Wuhan, China. Doctors and officials think people who live in Philadelphia who have not been to China will not likely get sick from the Coronavirus. 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