The Consul General of France, Valéry Freland came especially from the French Consulate in Boston to attend the school performance and gave an inspiring speech underlining the profound bond uniting France to the State of Maine, the importance of the French Language in Maine and the major role played by the Franco Center. The consul congratulated the school community for the opéra and reminded everyone of the powerful significance of France’s motto:
Liberté, Egalité, Fraternité.