You might have noticed that this past fall six benches were installed by the Rose Garden near the 3rd grade door. These benches, generously donated by members of the Franklin Community, past and present, created our new Outdoor Reading Garden, a space where teachers can bring their students for outdoor lessons and where we as parents can relax before pick-up. We are excited to share that these benches now have inspiring and meaningful messages on them as their dedication plaques have been installed. In case the weather keeps you from reading them this week, here they are (with one more to come later this spring!) “Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.” ~ Mahatma Gandi Dedicated by The Sarkissian Clan (2016) Today is a perfect day to learn something new! – The Alberta Family There is joy all around you. You just need to find it. – The Rolling Hills Crew “Dare to live the life you have dreamed for yourself. Go ahead and make your dreams come true.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson – The McCraiths In Memory of Janet Savrin Noble The Most Fabulous Mother Loving Wife, Generous Friend
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