Showing posts with label Superintendent. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Superintendent. Show all posts

Tuesday, January 23, 2024

In this Chalkboard Chat, we recap 3 meetings on 1 busy night (audio)

FM #1140 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1140 in the series. 


This session of the radio show shares my recorded conversation with Franklin School Committee Chair Dave Callaghan and Vice Chair Dave McNeill. We had our conversation virtually via Zoom on Tuesday, January 16, 2024. 


The School Committee had their regular meeting and two subcommittee meetings before that on Tuesday, January 9, 2024. We take one meeting at a time to provide a recap. 


The recording runs about 43 minutes so let’s listen to my “chalkboard chat” with School Committee Chair Dave Callaghan and Vice Chair Dave McNeill. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1140-chalkboard-chat-callaghan-mcneill-01-16-24


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Contact info for Dave Callaghan -> callaghand@franklinps.net 


Contact info for Dave McNeill -> mcneilld@franklinps.net


School Committee page => https://www.franklinps.net/district/school-committee 


1/16/24 meeting Agenda doc  ->  https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/1-9-24-agenda 


Meeting packet folder ->  https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/january-9-2024-school-committee-meeting-packet 


Franklin TV video for replay ->  not yet available but will be found in the YouTube playlist

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNyv0AkVasIR_a80hAfFnQoFngebCICow 


Audio & notes for the budget subcommittee meeting

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/01/school-committee-budget-subcommittee.html 


Audio & notes for the MASC superintendent review workshop

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/01/school-committee-takes-masc-workshop-on.html 


Audio & notes for the regular meeting -> 

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/01/school-committee-hears-about-oak-st-fhs.html 



The “Chalkboard Chat” image was the result of a joint collaboration with Mickayla Callaghan. Thank you!


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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.  


This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.

 

How can you help?

  • If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors

  • If you don't like something here, please let me know


Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.


For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news/


If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com


The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.


I hope you enjoy!

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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"


In this Chalkboard Chat, we recap 3 meetings on 1 busy night (audio)
In this Chalkboard Chat, we recap 3 meetings on 1 busy night (audio)

Thursday, January 11, 2024

School Committee takes MASC workshop on Superintendent Evaluation (audio)

FM #1133 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1133 in the series. 


This session shares the Franklin, MA School Committee MASC Workshop held on Tuesday, Jan 9, 2024. The meeting was conducted in the 3rd floor training room. 


Chair Dave Callaghan opened the meeting. All of the School Committee members were present along with Superintendent Lucas Giguere. Chair Callaghan introduces Tracy Novick, the MASC Field Director responsible for Franklin.  


Quick recap:

  • Discussion on the evidence required to make the assessment is critical, this is not a one and done thing. The goals and accomplishments are intertwined with everything happening during the year

  • How are the standards rated, all equal, or should one be ranked higher than the others? Not normal but possible. Goals within 3 areas, professional practice, district improvement, student Learning

  • Evaluation can be complex as superintendent is evaluated as the lead of the district and yet many others are the ones working and providing the outcomes for which Superintendent Giguere is reviewed

  • Supt Giguere steps in to share his goals already approved for which he'll be evaluated on, the format and outcomes help make sense of the work Ms Novick was outlining

  • Subcmte members for the evaluation of Supt are McNeill, Sompally and Griffith. Web site needs to be updated


The recording runs about 48 minutes, so let’s listen to the School Committee MASC Workshop of Jan 9, 2024. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1133-school-committee-masc-workshop-01-09-24



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Photo album of slides captured -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/MzjHT5drBb5FThBF7 


My notes in this ThreadReader PDF -> 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HFeFypEC87nSdVamYazqgVa53APZ0J_f/view?usp=drive_link


School Committee page -> https://www.franklinps.net/district/school-committee 


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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial


This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.

 

How can you help?

  • If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors

  • If you don't like something here, please let me know


Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.

 

For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/

or www.franklin.news


If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com


The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.


I hope you enjoy!

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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"


School Committee takes MASC workshop on Superintendent Evaluation (audio)
School Committee takes MASC workshop on Superintendent Evaluation (audio)


Tuesday, November 14, 2023

Chalkboard Chat recaps the last School Cmte Mtg of the term - Oct 24, 2023 (audio)

FM #1097 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1097 in the series. 


This session of the radio show shares my recorded conversation with Franklin School Committee member Dave Callaghan. We had our conversation in the Franklin TV & Public Radio studio on Monday, November 6, 2023. 


Our primary topic was a recap of the School Committee meeting held on Tuesday, Oct 24, 2023.  We covered 

  • Meeting recap, superintendent's goals and District Improvement Plan

  • Comprehensive School Facilities Planning Subcommittee meeting

  • Closing session of this term


The recording runs about 30 minutes so let’s listen to my “chalkboard chat” with Dave Callaghan. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1097-chalkboard-chat-05-callaghan-11-06-23



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Contact info for Dave Callaghan  callaghand@franklinps.net 


School Committee page => https://www.franklinps.net/district/school-committee 


School budget ->  https://www.franklinps.net/fy24budget 


Agenda doc  ->  https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/agendas/scagenda_10-24-23.pdf       


Meeting packet folder -> https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/october-24-2023-school-committee-meeting-packet 


Franklin TV video for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6yFyTANzPoY 


The “Chalkboard Chat” image was the result of a joint collaboration with Mickayla Callaghan. Thank you!


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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.  


This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.

 

How can you help?

  • If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors

  • If you don't like something here, please let me know


Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.


For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news/


If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com


The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.


I hope you enjoy!

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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"



Chalkboard Chat recaps the last School Cmte Mtg of the term - Oct 24, 2023 (audio)
Chalkboard Chat recaps the last School Cmte Mtg of the term - Oct 24, 2023 (audio)

Saturday, October 21, 2023

Message from the Franklin Public Schools Superintendent and Chief of Police

Dear Franklin Public Schools Community,

As you may be aware, there is an active police investigation to locate one of our FHS students, Jazlyn Rodrigues, who was reported missing by her family. Our hearts go out to her family and loved ones, and we continue to hope for her safe return home soon.

Franklin Public Schools (FPS) officials have been assisting the Franklin Police Department throughout its investigation and will continue to help in any way possible.  The search for Ms. Rodrigues is active and ongoing. The Franklin Police Department is urging anyone with information about her whereabouts to call the Franklin Police Department at 508-528-1212.

If anyone should speak to Ms. Rodrigues, it is imperative that she knows that she is not in any trouble.  Her family and the entire community just want her to come home.

We ask parents/guardians within our community to speak to their children about this serious situation, recognizing these are difficult conversations.  Any details, no matter how small, could assist the police in their search. 

FPS staff is available for students who need additional support.  If you have concerns about your child, please contact their school-based team. 

Further updates will be provided to the community as they become available.

Sincerely,
Lucas Giguere                           
Superintendent                      
Franklin Public Schools 
 
Thomas J. Lynch
Chief
Franklin Police Department

take the opportunity to vote at the Tri-County election Oct 24 from noon to 8 PM at Franklin High School
Please take the opportunity to vote at the Tri-County election Oct 24 from noon to 8 PM at Franklin High School

Sunday, October 1, 2023

Superintendent Giguere talks about the improvement plans, budget work, the Thanksgiving game, and fan behavior (audio)

FM #1069 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1069 in the series. 


This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Franklin School Superintendent Lucas Giguere. We had our conversation in person at the Franklin Municipal Bldg on Wednesday, September 27, 2023. 


At a high level our topics were:

  • School improvement plans

    • Future session with Dr Tina Rogers

  • Learning styles

  • Budget work started at meeting before the School Cmte

    • Future session with Dr Dutch

  • Update on Thanksgiving game at Fenway and reminder on good sporting behavior  

The recording runs about 33 minutes so let’s listen to my conversation with our school superintendent, Lucas Giguere. Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1069-fps-superintendent-lucas-giguere-09-27-23



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Superintendent’s page ->  https://www.franklinps.net/district/superintendent 


School budget ->  https://www.franklinps.net/fy24budget 


District Communications -> https://www.franklinps.net/district/superintendent/pages/district-communications-2023-2024 


Fan expectation reminder -> https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/9_26_23_fan_expectations_reminder_to_families.pdf 


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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.  


This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.

 

How can you help?

  • If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors

  • If you don't like something here, please let me know


Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.


For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news/


If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com


The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.


I hope you enjoy!

------------------


You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"


Franklin (MA) School Supt L Giguere
Franklin (MA) School Superintendent Lucas Giguere