Mr. Hanna filmed a roundtable discussion with our three class presidents.
Watch it here: https://t.co/gtFpYp6755
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Mr. Hanna filmed a roundtable discussion with our three class presidents.
Watch it here: https://t.co/gtFpYp6755
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FHS Principal Josh Hanna |
Via Twitter from Principal Hanna (4/10/22):
"Congrats to @MrsRudsitMusic @FranklinHSOrch on being honored @MechanicsHall today.
Performances were top notch! "
Congrats to @MrsRudsitMusic @FranklinHSOrch on being honored @MechanicsHall today |
https://twitter.com/FranklinMatters/status/1463296814686294016
Photos captured during the meeting can be found in one album ->
https://photos.app.goo.gl/H3Hjwh8VK1tmddqR9
Audio recording of meeting to be available in couple of days
Recap: School Committee hears update on MCAS results; votes to implement optional mask for vaccinated students; votes on MOU for FEA
Dear Franklin Families,
We are writing
to inform you of concerns due to recent fan behaviors during our varsity games.
In recent weeks, there have been
several instances of students exhibiting unruly, inappropriate, disrespectful, unsafe, and unsportsmanlike
behavior during games. This includes behavior among middle and elementary students. This behavior is unacceptable. Disrespectful fans will be asked to leave the event. Fans are also not allowed
to exit and re-enter the event.
We have noticed that many younger
students are attending
games unaccompanied by an adult. Dropping children
off at games unattended poses significant safety
concerns.
Effective immediately, all non-Franklin
High School students, including Franklin middle school and elementary school students, must be accompanied and
supervised by an adult throughout the
duration of all varsity games. Unaccompanied children will need to be picked up by their
parents / guardian.
At Franklin
High, we pride ourselves on demonstrating sportsmanship and integrity on the field/court, and it is expected
that our fans exhibit the same behavior
off the field/court (see FHS Spectator Code of Conduct).
Fan cheering and
team support are welcomed parts of sporting events and can directly impact our athletes. Appropriate cheering, done in
good taste, can contribute to a positive game environment. Inappropriate cheering, or excessive
jeering, has an adverse effect on the players, the game, other fans, and does not represent our school
or community values. We have all been enjoying cheering on our outstanding teams this season and wish for their continued success.
We ask that parents/guardians talk to their children about their behavior
during sporting events,
and we are hopeful that this
issue will subside with this new rule in place. We appreciate your cooperation.
Thank you,
Joshua Hanna,
Principal Franklin High School
Sara Ahern,
Superintendent of Schools
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Memo to FHS Community: Upcoming FHS State Tournament Varsity Athletic Contests |
Video message from Principal Hanna to Students, Faculty and Parents: October 29, 2021. Direct link to video - https://youtu.be/rcJDyTdevag
09/28/21
Dear Franklin High School Community,
I am deeply saddened to inform you that last week, graffiti saying “I Hate Gay People” and additional insensitive images were found scrawled into an exterior door on the East side of our building. The graffiti was promptly removed and an investigation was immediately initiated. Throughout the week we followed leads. Through an exhaustive search, we were able to identify these individuals who are being held accountable. I believe it is important to note that this was not done by an FHS student. We will take appropriate steps to remedy the negative impact of these acts on the school community and restore a sense of safety and support for all.
The fact that this graffiti was found at Franklin High School is far beyond disappointing. It is extremely troubling and highly inconsistent with the inclusive culture we are committed to creating at Franklin High School. Franklin High School is no place for hate. I pledge to you continued vigilance in promoting and supporting a positive, hate-free, and safe school environment. Last week, I presented the Franklin High School school improvement goals at the FPS school committee meeting and shared our plans to thoughtfully incorporate areas of diversity and inclusion into our daily lesson plans and long term unit designs.
In response to this incident, we have reached out to SAGA (Sexuality and Gender Awareness Club), the Diversity Awareness Club, and the World of Difference Peer Leaders, to offer support and invite them to join us in raising awareness and provide opportunities for critical conversations and healing among students. Counselors are available to talk to any individual student wishing for support in the current moment.
Lastly, I’d like to thank the reporters who brought this to our attention. It takes courage to call out acts of hate and it is a critical part of our growth as a truly safe and inclusive community. As we move forward from this incident, please know that we are deeply committed to the goals that all students are safe and that all students develop empathy and respect for others.
Respectfully,
Joshua Hanna
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FHS PCC - Letter from Mr. Hanna - FHS Response To Hate Speech Graffiti |
The agenda doc for this meeting can be found
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/scagenda_5-11-21_1.pdf
Audio of meeting to be available in a couple of days
"Diversity– “The practice or quality of including or involving people from a range of different social and ethnic backgrounds and of different genders, sexual orientations, etc” is what comes up when searched on google. But what does this really mean?
To myself and many others, diversity is being inclusive to all and not just the ones we look like; it is standing up for someone even if you don’t know them. It is being a kind human- when you see people being judged based on the color of their skin and you stand up for them. We all deserve equal kindness and respect.
In order to deep dive into race relations at Franklin High School, I interviewed Mr. Hanna and have included his thoughts."
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Pantherbook: "Race Relations at FHS" |
"COVID-19 has brought many schools new challenges and experiences which they have not faced before. Franklin High School principal, Joshua Hanna, says he is impressed with the students, parents, and facility’s hard work and positive attitude which he believes will allow us to get back to an in-person learning model.
Challenges
When asked what major impact did Covid-19 have on FHS staff, Mr. Hanna responded, “becoming crisis responsive regarding new regulations that have never been implemented before.” Schools were shut down almost a year ago and since then, a myriad of new regulations and safety precautions have been issued. As a result, teachers had to get quickly accustomed to educating students in socially distant classrooms or virtual google meets."
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Pantherbook: "COVID-19’s Impact on FHS Faculty" (image by Amulya Chirravuri, Writer) |