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An independent auditor told the Franklin Special District board the 2024–25 internal school funds and district audits received unmodified (clean) opinions with no significant deficiencies; the board approved both reports by roll call.
Tennessee / School Districts / Franklin SSD
After retreat review the board approved Version 1 of the 2027–28 Franklin Special District calendar, prioritizing alignment with Williamson County, full-week breaks, a two-week winter break and a start date no earlier than Aug. 1.
Tennessee / School Districts / Franklin SSD
The board recognized student artists from Liberty Elementary, celebrated staff finalists for state and national awards (including Dr. Mary Decker and Selby Glass), and accepted a proclamation from Mayor Ken Moore designating Jan. 25–31, 2026, as School Board Appreciation Week.
Tennessee / School Districts / Franklin SSD
The Franklin SSD board voted to authorize demolition and abatement of the annexed 1406 Cannon Street property after reviewing a GMP estimate of $889,284 for a 67,000-square-foot building and a projected 15-week construction duration; staff said the cost will be paid from bond funds and may improve marketability for sale.
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Director of Schools Dr. Snowden updated the Franklin SSD board on recent events — including an FIS choir performance under Miss Candace Adams — staff presentations at the Learning Forward conference and plans for a January 10 board retreat; members discussed scheduling with Williamson County and legislators.
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At its December meeting, the Franklin SSD board approved a $304,572.22 bid to Singer H and R for kitchen equipment bought with FDA research grant funds, authorizing the delivery and installation as recommended by administration.
Tennessee / School Districts / Franklin SSD
Finance staff reported November sales tax collections rose 2.6% month-to-month and 4.4% year-to-year; Director of Schools previewed events including a Veterans Day parade and said a December meeting is tentative while a January 10 retreat is scheduled.
Tennessee / School Districts / Franklin SSD
At its meeting the Franklin SSD board recognized Kinson Barr as Student Artist of the Month, honored Freedom Middle School girls tennis team for a championship season, and presented a statewide RISE Award to Selby Glass for safety and attendance leadership.
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Teaching & Learning staff showcased a redesigned Franklin SSD website with streamlined navigation, school-level pages, careers prominence and an online district guide; presenters said the site has generated more than 10 inquiry form submissions since launch.
Tennessee / School Districts / Franklin SSD
The Franklin SSD board approved a $236,380 bid award to Mobile Fixture for delivery and installation of kitchen equipment financed in part by an FDA research grant; the motion passed unanimously by roll call.