Yes, Valentine's Day rules at Franklin Elementary School--at least for this Friday when the classroom nearly bursts at the seams with cupcakes (homemade!) and cookies. Such treats! Yesterday's field trip to the Marine Lab in Port Townsend informed the kids about Orca whales and ways to reduce toxins in our oceans and waterways. Most liked the food web game best,even if their part was to play the herring gobbled up by salmon. The Family History Report presentations are moving along very well and the kids are speaking proudly about their relatives and ancestors. A busier school day than yesterday seems unlikely with the field trip and then the MSP Night with pizza and salad and then cookies after the presentation on Writing and Math assessment from Hester Hill. Thanks to all who participated and Happy Valentine's Day!