Dear Franklin Fish Families,

We’re excited to kick off another great season! Please take a moment to review the important updates and reminders below:

👕 Apparel Orders – Due by Sunday, May 11th
Don’t miss out on your Franklin Fish gear! All apparel orders must be submitted by Sunday, May 11th. Orders will be ready for pickup at our upcoming Tie-Dye & Ice Cream Social.

If you ordered a white shirt specifically for the Tie-Dye event, it will be waiting for you there. Can’t attend? No worries — apparel will also be available for pickup at practices.
👉 Click here to visit the MI Sports Ben Franklin apparel page

🗓 Volunteer Signups – Open Monday, May 12th at 9:00 a.m.
Each family is required to complete 8 volunteer points this season. Shifts fill quickly, so be sure to log in early and secure your spots!
👉 Click here for the volunteer signups

Once live, links will appear next to each event.

🏊 Afternoon Practices Begin Next Week
Afternoon practices start next week!

• Monday, May 12th – Practice for new swimmers only
• Tuesday, May 13th – First full-team practice

View the full afternoon schedule here. Please keep an eye on your email and the SwimTopia app for any schedule changes due to weather.

🍦 Tie-Dye & Ice Cream Social – Wednesday, May 28th | 5:00–7:00 p.m.
Join us for a fun evening of tie-dying, sweet treats, and team bonding!

• Pick up your apparel orders
• Enjoy ice cream
• Find out your Big Fish/Little Fish matchups!

We are excited to see everyone next week!

Thank you!

Emily Brown & Gill Thompson
Ben Franklin Parent Reps