Welcome

My name is Robin Franks, and I love being a history and drama teacher at Talbert Middle School! 

I previously worked for Disney and IBM before settling into the best career in the world - middle school teacher.  I earned my Bachelor of Arts in American Studies at Cal State Fullerton, and also have a Master of Arts Degree in Teaching. I hope my students learn to love history as much as I do (or at least a little bit more than they used to)!  

During spring break each year, I lead travel groups of students to Washington, D.C. (even years) and to New York and Boston on a STEM trip (odd years), and I would love for you to join us!  Our next trip will be in 2026, and we will be traveling to Washington D.C., Gettysburg, and Charlottesville with our travel partner, EF Explore America!  We will explore the National Mall, Gettysburg National Park and Battlefield, Monticello, the Capitol Building, Ford's Theater, Mount Vernon, Arlington National Cemetery, three different Smithsonian Museums, and visit many historical sites along the way.  Visit the Washington D.C. folder for more information.

I have traveled internationally to Mexico, Canada, Ireland, Jamaica, the Cayman Islands, Central America, Scotland, and France (of course, that included Disneyland Paris).  I also love to travel all over the United States, and some of my favorites include Hawaii, Montana, Washington, Alaska, Puerto Rico, and Disney World in Florida (of course)!  This past summer, I was lucky enough to travel to Charleston, Savannah, Philadelphia, and go camping in Yosemite National Park.  I would love to share my adventures with you and hear all about yours!  Please stop by room B10 and share your stories!

[email protected]  This is where you can email me directly!!!