Franklin High School Sophomore Earns Third Place in Liminal Essay Contest

Saanvi Reddy honored for essay "Liminality: a Rising Tide"

Franklin High School sophomore Saanvi Reddy has been awarded Third Place in the High School division of the 4th Annual Liminal Essay Contest, sponsored by author S. K. Kruse. Reddy's essay, "Liminality: a Rising Tide," was recognized for its evocative and perceptive exploration of threshold experience.

Reddy's essay responds to S. K. Kruse's short story "Goodbye, Bonavento," exploring how liminal experience—the state of being between what was and what has not yet come—can swell and intensify over time, like a rising tide. Contest judge Timothy Carson praised all of the high school finalists for meeting the complexity of the source material with honesty and depth.

"By engaging with this powerful story these young writers toured the haunted halls of liminality which are never simple, easy or even solvable. So very often liminality is a condition as much as a passage. And that, as so much literature of the ages testifies, holds equal measures of tragedy and hope. In one way or another all of these writers walked the line between those magnetized poles."
—Judge Timothy Carson

Reddy's achievement is particularly notable as a sophomore competing against older students in the high school division.

The Liminal Essay Contest, now in its fourth year, invites high school writers to explore the concept of liminality—the experience of threshold, transition, and in-between states—through close reading of selected literary works. This year's contest was based on S. K. Kruse's short story "Goodbye, Bonavento." To read the winning essays and learn more about the contest, visit
www.skkruse.com/liminalessaycontest.

For more information, contact S. K. Kruse at skkruse.com.

FHS Theater Company Seniors recognized (Part 2)

via FHS Theater Company

"Before our last show of the 25/26 season begins, we’d like to appreciate all of the wonderful seniors in our company. There’s so many, we had to split it into two posts!

Whether the weather be cold, 

or whether the weather be hot, 

we’ll be together whatever the weather,

 whether we like it or not. "

Recognized in Part 

• Riley MacDonald
• Charlie Nash
• Bella Nuckolls
• Caleb Pazvakavamwba
• Grace Olah
• Matthew Pellecchia
• Keira Riendeau-O'Rourke
• Hannah Scott
• Aiden Sheppard
• Katie Wylie

Follow the link for photos

https://www.facebook.com/share/1HsKXYfj5F/

Family Science Night - Thursday, April 9

via Grace Apicella

"Hi everyone! I’m a student at Franklin High and Vice President of our Science National Honor Society!

I wanted to give a quick promotion to SciNHS’s upcoming annual Family Science Night, which will take place Thursday, April 9th from 5:30-8:00PM at Franklin High School.

This event provides kids and families with the opportunity to learn about all fields of science and participate in many fun hands-on activities. The theme this year is biomes, with each classroom taking a different decor theme (beach, arctic, swamp, etc.).

All activities are created by students and will be executed with the help of faculty chaperones.

Our club works all year to create a fun and educational space for Franklin families and we would love to see you there!"

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Babysitting for Blood Cancer! - Friday, MArch 20 from 5:30 - 8:30 PM

Just 2 more days to

 Babysitting for Blood Cancer! - Friday from 5:30 - 8:30 PM

sign your kids up for Babysitting for Blood Cancer! The event is taking place on Friday, March 20 and we still have spots available! 

Everyone attending is in for a blast!! https://sites.google.com/view/bloodcancerunited/home

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All Town Showcase Concerts scheduled for Tues - 3/17 and Thurs - 3/19

via the Franklin Music Boosters

"Please join us for All Town Showcase Concerts on 3/17 and 3/19. These concerts are expected to be very busy with large crowds, so save time by purchasing gate donations, raffle tickets, or merchandise online before the show! 

3/17 Chorus/Orchestra (with detail schedule): https://givebutter.com/2026-ATS

3/19 Band (with detail schedule): https://givebutter.com/2026-ATS-B

All Town Showcase Concerts scheduled for Tues - 3/17 and Thurs - 3/19

The All Town Showcase concerts celebrate the upcoming MICCA Festival performance for each ensemble and serve as a "practice run" in a formal setting with an audience.  We like to call this the "MCAS" of music.  At this festival, each group performs in front of a panel of highly respected judges who assess our performances, providing feedback and a score aligning to a performance rubric.  This is always considered one of the highlights of our year. Please join us to celebrate the talented students in our middle school and high school ensembles.

Pardon the broken schedule for this particular evening. We are fortunate to have a large contingent of talented chorus students this year!

4:30 pm - 6th Grade chorus students arrive through the community entrance (normal auditorium/gym doors)

5:00 pm - performance starts

5:30 pm - Grades 7-12 chorus students arrive as follows:

• 7/8th Grade chorus students should arrive through the main office door (right side) and meet in the media center
• FHS chorus students please meet in the chorus room
• parents may park and enter through the community entrance (auditorium/gym doors)

6:00 pm - performance starts

6:15 pm - Grade 6-12 orchestra students arrive through the cafeteria doors around the back of the building

7:00 pm - parents may enter for the orchestra performance when the chorus audience has fully exited

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Franklin High School Freshman Wins Third Place in Poetry Out Loud State Final

Franklin High School is proud to share that freshman Marina Zaki recently won third place at the Poetry Out Loud state final.

Poetry Out Loud is a national arts education program that encourages the study of poetry through a recitation competition for high school students. Participants memorize and recite poems selected from the Poetry Out Loud database and are judged based on their physical presence, voice and articulation, interpretation, evidence of understanding and overall performance.

FHS ninth grader Marina Zaki, left, earned 3rd
place in the state's Poetry Out Loud competition.
 (Photo Courtesy Franklin Public Schools)

On March 8, Marina competed against students from 48 other schools across Massachusetts. She performed "The New Colossus" by Emma Lazarus, "My Grandmother's Love Letters" by Hart Crane and "My Papa's Waltz" by Theodore Roethke, ending her competitive run with a third-place finish. 

The Poetry Out Loud program begins at a local level, with students volunteering to perform in their own schools. Marina won the schoolwide competition and moved on to the district level, where she earned a top five spot and advanced to the state competition at the Old South Meeting House in Boston. 

The first-place finisher at the state level advances to the final, national competition. 

Marina was inspired to participate in Poetry Out Loud after watching her sister perform in the competition two years prior. 

“Seeing so many emphatic and passionate people presenting these poems and telling their story as if it was unfolding right in front of my eyes really inspired me,” Marina said.

“We are so proud of Marina for winning third place at the Poetry Out Loud state final,” said Principal Maria Weber. “The confidence she exudes during performances is inspiring, and it has been an honor to see her grow as she advanced through the competition. We are also so grateful to English teacher Erin Kennerley, who worked closely with the Poetry Out Loud program to bring the competition to Franklin High School and guide students through each round. Without her efforts, Marina and her classmates would not have had this opportunity.”

Franklin High School Student Named Finalist for National Merit Scholarship Award

Franklin High School is proud to share that senior Gavin Warnakulasooriya was recently selected as a finalist for a National Merit Scholarship Award by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC).

Franklin High School
senior Gavin Warnakulasooriya

Gavin is one of about 15,000 students across the nation chosen as a finalist. Throughout March, NMSC will select 6,930 students from the pool of finalists to win National Merit Scholarships totaling nearly $26 million.

The journey to finalist status is lengthy, with students first entering the contest with a group of 50,000 top finishers in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, also known as the Preliminary SAT. Then, 16,000 qualifying students, or about 1% of U.S. high school seniors, earned semifinalist status and were considered as finalists.

After being named as a semifinalist last October, Gavin submitted an application and essay, received a high school official's recommendation and confirmed his PSAT score with a high SAT or ACT score to be considered as a finalist.

Gavin is an active participant in the FHS community, serving as captain of the mock trial and debate teams, president of the Science National Honor Society, member of Mu Alpha Theta (the United States mathematics honor society), and varsity member of the track and field team. He was previously a member of the math team and played soccer.

In college, Gavin plans to pursue physics and cognitive science. His passion for learning has led him to pursue personal projects and offer help to his peers.

"I love sharing knowledge in any form, which has led me to peer tutor many friends and author a handbook guide for one of FHS's physics courses, something I found especially rewarding," Gavin said. "More than anything, I would describe myself as a curious learner, and I hope to carry that spirit with me throughout my future."

He is described by faculty as a passionate learner and a humble, kind and personable young man.

"We are so proud of Gavin for being named as a finalist for the National Merit Scholarship," said Principal Maria Weber. "This is a well-deserved honor that he has worked tirelessly to achieve. Gavin's dedication to his studies and passion for sharing knowledge with others has not gone unnoticed, and I am happy to see him recognized for his efforts."

"I want to congratulate Gavin on this impressive achievement," said Superintendent Lucas Giguere. "It is exciting to see students recognized for their hard work, especially on a prestigious level such as the National Merit Scholarship Program. I look forward to seeing where Gavin's dedication and enthusiasm for his education will take him in the future."

About National Merit Scholarship Corporation

Since its founding, NMSC has recognized over 3.4 million students and provided some 451,000 scholarships worth over $1.8 billion. The honors awarded by NMSC to exceptionally able students are viewed as definitive marks of excellence. Recipients of Merit Scholarship® awards, Achievement Scholarship® awards, and corporate-sponsored Special Scholarships have increased the nation's respect for intellectual accomplishments and have contributed significantly to its talent pool of future leaders.

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FHS Best Buddies Spring Fling rescheduled to March 20

FHS Best Buddies Spring Fling rescheduled to March 20

UPDATE: Our Spring Fling has been rescheduled to March 20th! It will be from 6:00 to 8:00 PM in the FHS cafeteria.

Please RSVP through the link in our bio or in Google Classroom by March 17th.

Hope to see everyone there!!

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Franklin High Spanish National Honor Society Students Bring Spanish to Second Graders at Lincoln Street School

Franklin High School’s World Language Department recently partnered with Lincoln Street School to give second graders an interactive introduction to Spanish.

Members of the high school's Spanish National Honor Society (Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica) planned and led an interactive lesson focused on greetings, simple conversational language and colors.

The high school students designed materials, rehearsed their lesson and incorporated visuals, movement and structured interactions to make the experience engaging and accessible for the second graders.

Franklin High School Spanish National Honor Society members recently visited a second-grade classroom at Spring Street School to provide a Spanish lesson. (Photo Courtesy Franklin Public Schools)

The Massachusetts World Languages Curriculum Framework’s Lifelong Learning Standards encourage students to use language beyond the classroom, engage with their community, and build intercultural understanding. That was exactly the mission of the Spanish National Honor Society's visit to Lincoln School

 

“By teaching younger students, our high school students move beyond using Spanish simply to meet academic requirements; they use the language as a vehicle for service, leadership and authentic communication,” said Laura Evans, Director of World Languages at Franklin Public Schools.

The project benefited students at all levels. Second graders gained early, positive exposure to a world language and increased cultural curiosity while interacting with high school role models who demonstrate the value of multilingualism. Meanwhile, the high school students practiced authentic language use and strengthened leadership and public speaking skills.

The Franklin High chapter of the Spanish National Honor Society has 65 members who complete meaningful service hours each year to promote Spanish language, culture and multilingualism in the community.

"I want to thank Laura Evans, Laura Keenan, and our entire World Language Department for creating opportunities that extend beyond the high school classroom," said Dr. Tina Rogers, Assistant Superintendent for Teaching & Learning. "This opportunity allowed our high school students to step into a leadership role and give back to younger students in a meaningful way. Cross-school collaboration is powerful for our district, and this visit is a strong example of that."

8 FHS Sophomores looked for to take part in a leadership event

What is RYLA? It is the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards. 

"ATTENTION FHS SOPHOMORES! 

We need 8 candidates to attend RYLA!! 

See your advisor for more info!"

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What is RYLA? It is the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards. 

Listen to my conversation with Syed Azhar and Harsini Vijai of the Franklin Interact Club. They talk about their experience at RYLA -

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/12/franklin-interact-club-wants-to-unite.html

FHS Theater Co performance of "Animal Farm" advances to METG semi-finals

I took the opportunity to watch the preview performance of "Animal Farm" on Friday night. The FHS Theater Co did an amazing performance. The message of the performance is both earie and timely.

They performed at the METG competition on Sunday and advanced to the Semi-finals. Congratulations!

The METG competition page for the preliminaries (with results)

https://metg.org/high-school-festival/2026-preliminary-round/

FHS Theater Co cast & crew of "Animal Farm"

Updated 3/2/26 - adding the all-star awards for cast and crew recognitions

the all-star awards for cast and crew recognitions

The program with the cast and crew as well as all the pages of local sponsors is available in PDF. Please support the sponsors - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lZmKFgyhtT4Aj0qen0Alnw1Qza-92Gxg/view?usp=drive_link

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Friday, February 27, 2026 ???

Friday, February 27

10:00am Knitting Group (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

7:00pm FHSTC performs "Animal Farm" (Franklin High School)

7:30pm Choreographers' Concert (Dean College Main Stage Theater)

Library & Senior Center events

For additional details on Library events -> 

https://www.franklinma.gov/942/Calendar-of-Events

For additional details on Senior Center events ->   

https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar.aspx?CID=37,24&showPastEvents=false

Note: Senior Center checking on why their events are suddenly being shown as "All Day". You can use the monthly newsletter for specific program/event times

*** NO Town Meetings today   ***

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Find the full Community event calendar  https://bit.ly/FranklinCommunityCalendar

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:  https://bit.ly/Submit2Calendar

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/Calendar.aspx
The School district calendar is found  https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendar

FREE Empty Bowls Open Studio bowl-making - February 26

FREE Empty Bowls Open Studio bowl-making - February 26

Looking for a fun, creative way to give back? Join us for a FREE Empty Bowls Open Studio bowl-making on Thursday, February 26th from 5:30pm to 7pm at Franklin High School.

Whether you’re a pro or have never touched clay, we’ll provide everything you need to create a ceramic bowl that will be given to attendees at the 11th Annual Empty Bowls Fundraiser on May 14th.

This free event is open to individuals ages 8+ (kids under 12 must be accompanied by an adult).

Space is limited so please sign up only if you can make it, and remember to cancel if plans change so someone else can join! Sign-up link.

Questions? Reach out to Jen Johnson at jjohnson@franklinfoodpantry.org

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FHS Frosh Banquet scheduled for March 27, 2026

FHS Frosh Banquet scheduled for March 27, 2026

Freshman Banquet will be on March 27th.

Start preparing your outfits for the Hawaiian Theme.

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FHS Theater Co scheduled for METG performance on Feb 28 at Middleboro High School

FHS Theater Co scheduled for METG performance
on Feb 28 at Middleboro High School

"Where is your favorite school headed for Prelims?!

Visit www.METG.org to see the full schedule and to get your tickets today!

We can’t wait to see you on February 28th!"

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FHS Sophomore Spring Fling tickets and contract required for March 13 event

FHS Sophomore Fling tickets and
contract required for March 13 event

Ticket link -  https://unipaygold.unibank.com/transactioninfo.aspx

Select Franklin High School, then Class of 2028

Franklin High School Welcomes Eighth Grade Students for Panther Pride Night

Franklin High School welcomed incoming eighth graders and their families during a recent Panther Pride Night, giving students an early look at academics, activities and student life ahead of their transition to high school this fall.

Current eighth graders and their families visited the high school to learn about course offerings, extracurricular activities and life at FHS. Middle school students toured the school and spoke with current FHS students, coaches and faculty about their future at the school.

Franklin High School Welcomes Eighth Grade Students for Panther Pride Night

Families listened to an academic scheduling presentation in the auditorium, where department leaders and the administrative team explained what to expect for course schedules.

More than 35 clubs were represented at a club and activities fair in the cafeteria, where middle school students spoke with FHS students and club advisors about the many extracurricular options available. Students also had the opportunity to meet with athletes and coaches from more than 30 athletic teams.

The evening allowed eighth grade students to learn more about the support and offerings available to them at the high school. They began to familiarize themselves with the building as well as some of the people within it as they toured the school and heard from current students.

"We were thrilled to welcome the Class of 2030 into the high school for Panther Pride Night," Principal Maria Weber said. "With the leadership of our Director of Guidance Heather McVay, students and families were able to get clear, helpful information about academics and the scheduling process at Franklin High School. We thank our middle school families for attending, and we look forward to welcoming them back in the fall."

"Panther Pride Night was a demonstration of the community we strive to foster within Franklin Public Schools," Superintendent Lucas Giguere said. "Providing the eighth grade class with an opportunity to speak with current Franklin High School students helps to alleviate some of the questions and concerns middle school students might have. Thank you to all of the high school students, faculty, staff and coaches for volunteering their time. Their willingness to share their experiences and meet the eighth grade class truly made the evening a success."

Additional pix available - https://41518511.hs-sites.com/franklin-high-school-welcomes-eighth-grade-students-for-panther-pride-night

Franklin High School Celebrates Student-Athlete Achievements from Fall 2025

Principal Maria Weber and Athletic Director Karrah Ellis are proud to share that Franklin High School is celebrating a lengthy list of individual honors earned by its student-athletes and coaches during the fall 2025 season.

These awards, distinctions and all-star selections add to the many team accomplishments that made this one of the school’s strongest fall athletic seasons in recent years, including Franklin High Cheerleading winning the Division I State Championship and the Girls Volleyball victory in the MIAA Division I State Championship, marking the program’s first-ever state title.

The individual accomplishments achieved by Franklin’s student-athletes and coaches during the fall 2025 season include the following:

• Alex Weber, Football — Defensive MVP, Hockomock League Kelly-Rex Division; MHSFCA All-State; Boston Globe All-Scholastic Honorable Mention; Hockomock Sports Football Player of the Year Honorable Mention; Hockomock Sports Top 5 Athlete
• Stephon Reed, Football — Hockomock League Kelly-Rex Division; Hockomock Sports Top 5 Wide Receiver
• Keaton Cooper, Football — Hockomock League Kelly-Rex Division; Hockomock Sports Top 5 Offensive Lineman
• Adrian Rampiono, Football — Hockomock League Kelly-Rex Division; Hockomock Sports Top 5 Defensive Lineman
• Jason Proenca, Boys’ Soccer — EMSCA All-Star; Hockomock League Kelly-Rex Division; Hockomock Sports Second Team All-11; MetroWest Daily News All-Star
• Morgan Lovell, Girls’ Soccer — Boston Globe All-Scholastic Team; Boston Herald All-Scholastic; EMSCA First Team All-Star; EMSCA All-State Team; Hockomock Sports First Team All-11; Hockomock League Kelly-Rex Division; MetroWest Daily News All-Star
• Lily Strong, Girls’ Soccer — Hockomock League Kelly-Rex Division; Hockomock Sports Second Team All-11; Hockomock Sports Underclassman of the Year; EMSCA Second Team All-Star
• Devon Barry, Field Hockey — Boston Globe All-Scholastic Team; Boston Herald All-Scholastic; Hockomock Sports First Team; Hockomock League Kelly-Rex Division; MSFHCA Best of 60
• Jossie Camp, Field Hockey — Boston Globe All-Scholastic Team; Boston Herald All-Scholastic; Hockomock Sports First Team; Hockomock League Kelly-Rex Division
• Ella Marzulla, Field Hockey — Hockomock League Kelly-Rex Division; Hockomock Sports First Team
• Makayla Kuykendall, Girls’ Volleyball — MVP, Hockomock League Kelly-Rex Division; Boston Globe Volleyball Athlete of the Year; Boston Globe All-Scholastic; Boston Herald All-Scholastic; Hockomock Sports Player of the Year; MCVCA Division I Tournament All-Star
• Olivia Albert, Girls’ Volleyball — Boston Globe All-Scholastic; Hockomock Sports First Team; Hockomock League Kelly-Rex Division; MCVCA Division I Tournament All-Star
• Emma Cunningham, Girls’ Volleyball — MCVCA Division I Tournament All-Star; Hockomock League Kelly-Rex Division Honorable Mention
• Stella Nappa, Girls’ Cross Country — MVP, Hockomock League Kelly-Rex Division
• Kyle Twomey, Boys’ Cross Country — MVP, Hockomock League Kelly-Rex Division
• Ben Burgess, Golf — Hockomock League Kelly-Rex Division All-Star

In addition to student honors, several Franklin High School coaches were recognized for their leadership and excellence:

• Nick Goldman, Boys’ Soccer — Hockomock Sports Coach of the Year
• Jodi Klein, Girls’ Soccer — Hockomock Sports Coach of the Year
• Michelle Hess, Field Hockey — Boston Globe All-Scholastic Coach
• Chris Ridolifi, Girls’ Volleyball — Boston Globe All-Scholastic Coach

Girls Volleyball took home the MIAA Division I State Championship

Principal Weber and Athletic Director Ellis applauded all of Franklin High School’s student-athletes for their teamwork and dedication, applauding them for the hard work they put in on a regular basis, with the awards and distinctions from Fall 2025 attesting to this. Principal Weber and Athletic Director Ellis also commended all of the school's coaches for their dedication and commitment, helping their students to achieve so much in class and on the playing field. 

“This fall truly captured the best of Franklin athletics, and these individual student accomplishments are a reflection of the discipline, teamwork and resilience our athletes demonstrate every day,” said Athletic Director Ellis. “From league honors to all-state recognition, our students and coaches represented Franklin with pride and set an outstanding standard for excellence.”

“Our students and coaches continue to make our entire school community proud,” said Principal Weber. “Their achievements on the field and on the court are matched by their character, leadership, and commitment in the classroom. This was a remarkable fall season for our teams, filled with so many amazing individual accomplishments, and we look forward to building on this success in the seasons to come.”

Additional photos can be found -> https://www.franklinps.net/article/2559807

Audio recording of the January 13, 2026 Franklin (MA) School Committee meeting in 3 parts (audio)

FM #1635-36-37 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, numbers 1635-36-37 in the series. 

This session shares part of the Franklin (MA) School Committee meeting held on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. The Council held this session as scheduled beginning at 7 PM. All 7 members participated for this 4 hour plus session. 

 

• 1635 - covers the opening, Citizen comments, and everything else except  (approx. 1 hour 28 mins)

• FHS Program of Studies discussion (see 1636) 

• Teaching & Learning presentation & discussion (see 1637)  

• 1636 - segment from the meeting covering the FHS Program of Studies (approx. 51 mins)  

• 1637 - segment from the meeting Teaching & Learning presentation & discussion  (approx. 2 hrs. 3 mins)

  

Audio 1635 https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1635-fps-sch-cmte-mtg-p1-of-3-01-13-26/

Audio 1636 https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1636-fps-sch-cmte-mtg-p2-of-3-01-13-26/

Audio 1637 https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1637-fps-sch-cmte-mtg-p3-of-3-01-13-26/

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Additional notes on the meeting recap can be found ->

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/01/school-committee-approves-trip-program.html 

1-13-26 Superintendent's Report to School Committee

https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4780/Fpsd/2bffecf5-a348-467c-bf10-6b238a5d4577/1-13-26-Superintendents-Report-to-School-Committee.pdf?disposition=inline

2026-27 FHS Program of Studies Presentation

https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4780/Fpsd/9b101140-9f6a-41fe-aed3-7049f5df6797/2026-27-FHS-Program-of-Studies-Presentation.pdf?disposition=inline

Final January 2026 Assessment Presentation

https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4780/Fpsd/f93932c6-c93c-4de1-94be-d429f0ef6199/Final-January-2026-Assessment-Presentation.pdf?disposition=inline

FPS Child Care Presentation 1_13_2026

https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4780/Fpsd/05d7d3a4-1581-482d-8807-b0fe22ba8d87/FPS-Child-Care-Presentation-1_13_2026.pdf?disposition=inline

_SC Galapagos Presentation

https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4780/Fpsd/5fadd50c-2e04-4b19-8e85-df8622bc8aa8/Discussion_Action_A_-_Galapagos_Islands_Trip.pdf?disposition=inline

audio segment 1635 has this portion of the meeting

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