Sippican Elementary School Receives Buddy Benches Thanks to Community Donation

The Sippican School in Marion has just received a generous donation from their community.

“The installation of Buddy Benches at Sippican provides a new way to promote friendship and kindness across the student body,” Principal Lynn Dessert said.

The Marion Scholarship Education Fund Committee made the donation to the elementary school, promoting inclusion for current and future students.

"The Committee greatly appreciates every donation and we look forward to continuing to support Marion students," Chairperson Elizabeth Dowd said.

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“The benches allow students to advocate for themselves by acknowledging their feelings and, in turn, their peers respond positively by reaching out" Principal Dessert said.

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"We are grateful for the support the Marion Scholarship Education Fund Committee has provided to Sippican Elementary School over the years," Marion School Committee Chair April Nye said.

The Scholarship and Education Fund, which made the donation possible, is funded entirely of donations from Marion residents.

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"The Marion Scholarship Education Fund Committee is proud to contribute to Sippican in ways that support both academic growth and a caring school culture," Dowd said.

"We are thrilled to continue our collaboration with Sippican through this Buddy Bench project, and we hope that many friendships will begin on these benches."

To donate to Marion's Scholarship and Education Fund, checks can be make payable to:

Town of Marion Scholarship/Education Fund, mailed to 2 Spring St., Marion, MA 02738