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FHS Class of 2025 Graduation Ceremony, June 6, 2025 (video) |
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Saturday, June 7, 2025
FHS Class of 2025 Graduation Ceremony, June 6, 2025 (video)
Friday, June 6, 2025
Tri-County Class of 2025 Graduation - June 5, 2025 (video)
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Tri-County Class of 2025 Graduation - June 5, 2025 (video) |
Friday, May 16, 2025
FHS Senior Awards Night 2025 (video)
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Dean College Held 159th Commencement Exercises on Saturday, May 10, 2025
Dean College held its 159th Commencement Exercises recognizing the Class of 2025 on Saturday, May 10, 2025 on Dean’s picturesque Franklin, MA campus.
The 246 graduates, representing 22 states and three countries, received their degrees, with many family members and friends in attendance. The ceremony was held outside on the front lawn of Dean Hall, along Awpie Way, with a livestream option available for those who could not attend.
Jay R. Leiendecker, Dean’s board of trustees’ chairman, welcomed guests, graduates, and alumni to the ceremony. He reminded the Class of 2025 of all they had accomplished, saying, “Graduates, your time here has been marked by discovery and determination. You’ve faced challenges, embraced opportunities, and grown in ways that can’t always be measured by credits or grades. You’ve learned how to collaborate, how to lead, and how to persevere. And as the world continues to evolve, so too will your role in it. You’re not just college graduates—you’re changemakers, innovators, contributors. You are real-life ready.”
Amanda Shields represented the Class of 2025 as the inspiring student speaker. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Communication, with a minor in Dance, as well as an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education. While at Dean, Shields was involved in several campus organizations, including the step dance team, WGAO 88.3 FM radio station, and the men’s baseball team, where she managed their social media accounts. Additionally, she served as a new student orientation leader at Dean.
Shields spoke about the Class of 2025’s experience at Dean, saying, “As graduates sitting here today, we can reflect on all the highs and the lows we’ve encountered throughout our time here. We all should leave knowing we made a difference at Dean.” She continued by telling her peers, “Our future is a blank canvas, and we are the artists. We each get to choose how to paint it, whether that be with bold strokes of courage and creativity or abstract art to symbolize the beautiful chaos of uncertainty. Either way, we are all well on our way to creating a path that will lead us to success.”
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Dean College graduation 2025 (Dean College photo) |
Dean’s interim president, Mark D. Boyce, shared sage advice for graduates to take with them as citizens of the world. “As the ancient proverb says, the journey of a thousand miles starts with a single step. Today, you take that first step. Remember, along life’s journey, everyone can make a difference,” Boyce said. “Bulldogs, your world, your life’s journey awaits, and I can’t wait to see what a fantastic world you will create.”
During the ceremony, two Dean professors were recognized with the College’s Excellence in Teaching Award. The recipients were Ronald Brown, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Psychology and Stephanie O’Neil, Ed.S., ’90, Adjunct Instructor in Business and Mathematics.
Also recognized were the Class of 1975, with members joining the processional robed in gold academic regalia. After the commencement ceremony, this enthusiastic group was formally inducted into Dean College’s 50th Society, a community of esteemed alumni who graduated from Dean more than 50 years ago.
Reverend Dr. Jacob W. Juncker, pastor of the Franklin United Methodist Church, delivered the invocation and benediction during the ceremony.
Tuesday, April 29, 2025
Class of 2025 Middle school reunion date set for May 20th at ASMS, HMMS, RMS
Sunday, March 16, 2025
Tickets on sale for the All Night Party - FHS Class of 2025
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All Night Party - FHS Class of 2025 |
"Purchase your all night party tickets now!!!
Link in bio to purchase and for more information"
Sunday, February 16, 2025
The All Night Party for the Class of 2025 will be held, volunteers needed to help!
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The All Night Party for the Class of 2025 will be held |
Sunday, February 9, 2025
You can help support the FHS Class of 2025 with their popcorn fund raiser!!
Popcorn Fundraiser is OUT NOW!
All of the proceeds go to help lower the cost of senior activities.
Link -> https://popup.doublegood.com/s/53dl2ab1
Saturday, January 25, 2025
58 Tri-County Seniors Awarded John & Abigail Adams Scholarship | Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School
Franklin - Sydnie Anagnos, Conor Cadorette, Sunny Dion, Jaimin Farrington Leet, Nicholas Harootunian, Clancy Harrington, Jesse Rogers, Eric Talamini, Ethan TrudelMedfield - Matthew JohnsonMedway - Corey Ball, William Chenette, Madisyn Downs, Alicia Hall, Jonah Scott, Cecilia SpragueMillis - Ephraim Aday, Connor Girouard, Loatchwel Joseph, Derek McGuireNorfolk - William Ford, Serenity SullivanNorth Attleboro - Christina Abdel Alrahim, Tyler Bellavance, Andrae Buttrick, Diego Canales, Nicholas Daday, Bodhi Deggendorf, Jonathan Dise, Maggie Handren, Landon Kaplan, Matilda Keating, Sydney Piette, Devin Roca, Jack Simmons, Lucas Varosky, Sarah Vuilliomenet, Ashley White, Shea YoungPlainville - Annie Hatami, Andrew Hutchins, Connor Huzco-Hall, Makenna Jones, Leonardo OliveiraSeekonk - Serena Avila, Cayden Bourassa, William Godfrey, Grace Gordon, Alexander Gries, Jack Pardi, Seth VarholWalpole - Grace Kennedy, Parker Loconto, Thomas O'Shaughnessy, Kaleigh StenstromWrentham - Noah Gable, Thomas Genereux, Martin McCrave
Friday, January 24, 2025
Reminder to complete All Night Party Survey today
Dear FHS Families, and Class of 2025 Students,
We are writing today to let you know that as of this time, there will NOT be an All Night Party (ANP) for the Senior Class after their Graduation on June 6th. Unfortunately, the long-time chairperson of this event needed to step down and there is not an existing committee or volunteer base to take over.
It is important to point out that the All Night Party is not an event affiliated with or provided by the Franklin School District or the FHS PCC - it is a community event planned and executed independently by parents, families, and community volunteers.
We are sharing this information with you today to get everyone thinking about what the future of the ANP should/could look like and how the Class of 2025 would like to move forward. With that goal in mind, we would like to begin by gauging overall interest in the ANP from both the senior students, and all FHS families. Additionally, we need to know if there is in fact a group of parents and community members that is willing to step up immediately to begin the work.
It is extremely important for everyone to understand that unless there are parents, and community members willing to not only volunteer a couple of hours of time, but to plan and execute the entire event, the All Night Party WILL NOT TAKE PLACE in June.
SENIOR STUDENTS ONLY - Please take just a minute to complete this quick ANP Student Survey (linked below) regarding your feelings toward an All Night Party after Graduation. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdngPpus2j-Td5F_pUuP91784F2Wp7OsGZaRlf6CZkqF9ko5A/viewform
ALL FHS PARENTS/GUARDIANS and COMMUNITY MEMBERS - Please complete this short ANP Parent & Community Survey (linked below) about your wishes for the continuation of the ANP as well as your ability to volunteer. You do not have to have a senior at FHS to volunteer.https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe6WfDhykupbGrT9k5MlqaV1IFx87brCQQ04eS28yL8LJezQA/viewform
Thank you for your time and quick response.
Sincerely,
The Class of 2025 Advisors and FHS PCC
Friday, January 17, 2025
All Night Party for Class of 2025 in jeopardy, please respond to survey by Jan 19
Dear FHS Families, and Class of 2025 Students,
We are writing today to let you know that as of this time, there will NOT be an All Night Party (ANP) for the Senior Class after their Graduation on June 6th. Unfortunately, the long-time chairperson of this event needed to step down and there is not an existing committee or volunteer base to take over.
It is important to point out that the All Night Party is not an event affiliated with or provided by the Franklin School District or the FHS PCC - it is a community event planned and executed independently by parents, families, and community volunteers.
We are sharing this information with you today to get everyone thinking about what the future of the ANP should/could look like and how the Class of 2025 would like to move forward. With that goal in mind, we would like to begin by gauging overall interest in the ANP from both the senior students, and all FHS families. Additionally, we need to know if there is in fact a group of parents and community members that is willing to step up immediately to begin the work.
It is extremely important for everyone to understand that unless there are parents, and community members willing to not only volunteer a couple of hours of time, but to plan and execute the entire event, the All Night Party WILL NOT TAKE PLACE in June.
SENIOR STUDENTS ONLY - Please take just a minute to complete this quick ANP Student Survey (linked below) regarding your feelings toward an All Night Party after Graduation. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdngPpus2j-Td5F_pUuP91784F2Wp7OsGZaRlf6CZkqF9ko5A/viewform
ALL FHS PARENTS/GUARDIANS and COMMUNITY MEMBERS - Please complete this short ANP Parent & Community Survey (linked below) about your wishes for the continuation of the ANP as well as your ability to volunteer. You do not have to have a senior at FHS to volunteer.https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe6WfDhykupbGrT9k5MlqaV1IFx87brCQQ04eS28yL8LJezQA/viewform
Thank you for your time and quick response.
Sincerely,
The Class of 2025 Advisors and FHS PCC
Sunday, November 24, 2024
Bottle & can drive for FHS Class of 2025
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Bottle & can drive for FHS Class of 2025 |
Tuesday, January 17, 2023
FHS class of 2025 fund raiser at Sante Fe Burrito Grill - Jan 18, 2023 from 5 PM to 9 PM
"Support by going to Santa Fe this Wednesday! All money made will be going to prom and other events for the class of 2025."
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FHS class of 2025 fund raiser at Sante Fe Burrito Grill - Jan 18, 2023 from 5 PM to 9 PM |