Prompt:
Today, we are going to write a group poem about our school: its history; what it looks like, smells like, feels like; what we remember of our first days here; saying good-bye?
Research, thinking, discussing
Some history:
1) Franklin Elementary School (1901-1909)
"In 1901, a new building was erected to replace Richville Avenue School; it occupied approximately the same location as the former school. It was planned so that its east side would face East Street (the present Third Street S.E.) and its west side would face Fay Street S.E. This school was named Franklin Elementary School and contained eight rooms." (from "A History of Massillon City Schools")
2) The Gish Sisters
Some images:
Richville, which became Franklin
The old Franklin Elementary:
A class at the old Franklin Elementary - 1905: Lillian Gish in the photo
Our school today:
I am indebted to Massillon archivist
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for the history and images of Franklin Schools. Please visit this terrific museum virtually or in person when you are in the area,
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