FHS Diversity Club: "New this year, DAC attends faculty meetings at Franklin High!"

"New this year, DAC attends faculty meetings at Franklin High!

Each month, DAC representatives present on a new topic, with a focus on teacher reflection - We discuss how teachers at FHS can incorporate diverse representation into curriculum, be conscious of their impact on their students, and take similar steps in promoting respect and equality at Franklin High.

Check out the last few slides for our monthly representatives and topics we’ve covered so far this year. Speaking of, Happy Black History Month! :)

Presentations will be posted on our website, coming "   https://www.diversityawarenessclub.org/

Shared from Instagram -> https://www.instagram.com/p/CoYfX9EOV-h/

"monthly representatives and topics we’ve covered so far this year"

Franklin Health Department: Weekly Wellness Update - Alzheimer's Awareness

Alzheimer's Awareness Month. " Our vision is a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia. Together, we can make it happen."

The prevalence of Alzheimers in increasing, learn about ways to keep your mind healthy: https://www.alz.org/

A recent episode of The Topic featured a discussion on Alzheimer's and dementia with Health Director Cathleen Liberty and Tammy Pozerycki

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/11/the-topic-005-caring-for-dementia.html

Franklin Health Department: Weekly Wellness Update - Alzheimer's Awareness

Franklin Health Department: November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. 

Reduce your risk of lung cancer. 

Visit becomeanex.org, smokefree.gov, or call 800-784-8669 to get help to quit smoking

Other tobacco users and ex-smokers on their own quit journey share their smarts and lessons learned

SAFE Coalition asks you to join them WEDNESDAY for International Overdose Awareness Day

International Overdose Awareness Day

In addition to our candle light vigil, we will be placing 2,290 purple flags on the Franklin, Wrentham, and Millis town commons. These 2,290 flags represent the number of lives lost on Massachusetts last year to an opioid overdose. Would you like to join us in placing the flags? I would like to volunteer! Copyright (C) 2022 SAFE Coalition. All rights reserved.. Our mailing address is: SAFE Coalition PO Box 434 Franklin, MA 02038-0434

Candlelight Vigil for Overdose Awareness Day - Aug 31 at 6:30 PM

Last year, an estimated 2290 Massachusetts community members lost their life to an #overdose. These community members were mothers, fathers, daughters, sons, neighbors, friends, and individuals who struggled deeply with the disease of addiction.

Join us for a candlelight vigil: Wednesday, August 31st for an evening of remembrance as we honor #InternationalOverdoseAwarenessDay

Wednesday August 31, 2022

6:30 - 8:00 PM

Franklin Town Common - 200 Main St, Franklin MA, 02038 

Candlelight Vigil for Overdose Awareness Day - Aug 31 at 6:30 PM

Franklin Health Department: Wellness Update - World Hepatitis Day - July 28

Today (July 28) is World Hepatitis Day. 

Every 30 seconds someone dies from a hepatitis related illness. 

Learn more at: www.worldhepatitisday.org

Franklin Health Department: Wellness Update - World Hepatitis Day - July 28

Franklin Health Department: Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month

July is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month. ~300,000 kids in the U.S. have arthritis. 

Learn about prevention & symptoms: cdc.gov/arthritis/basics/childhood.htm

Franklin Health Department: Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month

“Community violence intervention has shown us that there’s a way"

"For decades, US researchers have studied behavioral signs that could help identify people who are at risk of carrying out mass violence.

They have looked at histories of drug abuse, interpersonal violence or “red flag behaviors” like posting images of firearms on social media and threatening their classmates or co-workers.

“These behaviors are observable. Someone can notice if their nephew or neighbor is starting to wear fatigues and carry a gun,” said Mary Ellen O’Toole, a retired FBI agent, profiler and the director of George Mason University’s forensic science program."

Continue reading The Guardian article online (subscription maybe required)

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2022/jun/03/these-community-organizers-have-helped-stop-daily-gun-violence-can-their-lessons-prevent-mass-shootings 

Balloons honoring the victims killed in last week's school shooting at a memorial at Robb elementary school in Uvalde, Texas Photograph: Jae C Hong/AP

Shared from Twitter -> https://twitter.com/davidhogg111/status/1532059535829258241

For more info about March for our Lines -> https://marchforourlives.com/

Health Department - Weekly Wellness Update - June is Alzheimer's Awareness Month (video)

"June is Alzheimer's Awareness Month. Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), can be an early stage of Alzheimer's.  

Learn more at: www.alz.org"

Link to YouTube video -> https://youtu.be/WO2atmDGmaI 

The Franklin Farmers Market is a place to grow your nonprofit awareness. Apply now for a table this summer!

 Via the Franklin Farmers Market:

"Did you know we have a table available for FREE to any non-profits in the area?

That’s right, our Community Table is the perfect place to spread your mission to the local community and make connections!

Head to the link in our bio to apply for your spot today!"

Link =>  https://www.franklinfarmersmarketma.com/2022-community-table 

Follow the Farmers Market on Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/franklinfarmersmarketma/

Did you that the Franklin Farmers Market is a place to grow your nonprofit awareness?

Health Department - Wellness Update - Lyme Disease Awareness

May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month. Perform a tick check after being outdoors. Ticks can be as small as a poppy seed.  

Learn more at: www.cdc.gov/lyme

Health Department - Wellness Update - Lyme Disease Awareness

Reminder: Geography Night - FHS Cafeteria - Mar 1, 2022 - 5 to 8 PM

 The Franklin High School Diversity Awareness Club is holding a cultural fund raising night on March 1, 2022 in the cafeteria.

"Community members can immerse themselves in different cultures as they experience music, art, and try foods from all around the world!" 

Reminder: Geography Night - FHS Cafeteria - Mar 1, 2022 - 5 to 8 PM

Diversity Awareness Club schedules a Geography Night for Tuesday, March 1 at FHS Cafe

"Don't forget to join the Diversity Awareness Club's (DAC) Geography night next Tuesday (3/1) from 5-8 PM in the FHS cafeteria! 

Explore and learn more about different cultures around the world in one night"  

https://t.co/zZAqFhtnOG

Geography Night - Mar 1, 2022 from 5 to 8 PM in the FHS cafeteria

Short video contained here -> 

Don’t forget to join DAC’s Geography night next Tuesday (3/1) from 5-8pm in the FHS cafeteria! Explore and learn more about different cultures around the world in one night @FHSPantherbook @FranklinHS @FranklinMatters pic.twitter.com/zZAqFhtnOG

— Diversity Awareness Club (@DiversityFHS) February 22, 2022

Geography Night - Mar 1, 2022 from 5 to 8 PM in the FHS cafeteria

The Franklin High School Diversity Awareness Club is holding a cultural fund raising night on March 1, 2022 in the cafeteria.

"Community members can immerse themselves in different cultures as they experience music, art, and try foods from all around the world!" 

Geography Night - Mar 1, 2022 from 5 to 8 PM in the FHS cafeteria

Identity theft can happen to anyone

"It’s the second day of Identity Theft Awareness Week and today we’re talking about steps that can help reduce your risk of identity theft. 

Many of us access our online accounts — credit cards, investments, insurance, or checking and savings accounts — nearly every day. In our digital world, bits of our personal information are everywhere. Identity thieves know this and look for ways — both high-tech, like lifting our passwords, or low-tech, like stealing our mail — to get their hands on our money and personal information. "

Continue reading about tips to help protect your identity

https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/blog/2022/02/identity-theft-can-happen-anyone?utm_source=govdelivery

Identity theft can happen to anyone

FHS PCC - Letter from Mr. Hanna - FHS Response To Hate Speech Graffiti

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

https://t.co/h0M1oZ5cPA - Letter from Mr. Hanna

(https://twitter.com/FHS_PCC/status/1442970624129998848?s=03)

FHS PCC - Letter from Mr. Hanna - FHS Response To Hate Speech Graffiti

Community acknowledgement of the 2104 lost to an overdose during 2020 (photo essay)

I had been out on my daily walk, approaching the Town Common and saw folks putting out purple flags. Remembered that International Overdose Awareness Day - Aug 31 was going to be celebrated with a vigil and prayers here later today. As I got closer I recognized Jim Derick and asked if he needed a hand. He did and pointed me to the box of flags.

I got busy spreading them out.

2104. Two thousand, one hundred and four.

Say that slowly. Let the number sink in. That is the number of MA residents who left us during 2020 due to an overdose. Recall a couple of years ago, the prevalence of the #2069 signs. While there is more help available today, the struggle is real.

I did go back to the Town Common for 6:30 PM

Jen Knight-Levine and Jim Derick opened the gathering welcoming the 70-80 folks who showed up.

Jen Knight-Levine and Jim Derick opened the gathering welcoming the 70-80 folks who showed up

Rev Kathy McAdams and Rev Eric Cherry provided a moment of reflection

Rev Kathy McAdams and Rev Eric Cherry jointly provided a moment of reflection

Kathy Truitt told the story of her and her son's struggles and how it empowers her to this day.

Kathy Truitt told the story of her and her son's struggles

The group took a brief candle light walk on the Common to the Veterans Walkway for a final prayer.

a brief candle light walk on the Common to the Veterans Walkway for a final prayer

For me, the one photo that tells the story of the evening and the constant struggle.

the one photo that tells the story of the evening and the constant struggle

International Overdose Awareness Day - August 31, 2021

Town of Franklin, MA (@TOFranklinMA) tweeted Sat, Aug 28, 2021:

The SAFE Coalition and local leaders will gather for a vigil on Tuesday, August 31st at 6:30 PM in observance of International Overdose Awareness Day. 

All are welcome to attend. https://t.co/8U5XPVNfj6

Shared from Twitter: https://twitter.com/TOFranklinMA/status/1431713966003208193?s=03

International Overdose Awareness Day - August 31, 2021

Overdose Awareness Day - Aug 31. 2021

On the Town Common from 6:30 to 8:00 PM

Follow the SAFE Coalition Facebook event for updates

https://www.facebook.com/events/638778387100220

Overdose Awareness Day - Aug 31. 2021

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day: What We Have Learned

"World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) on June 15 raises awareness of the cultural, social, economic, and demographic processes affecting elder abuse and neglect. This is more important than ever as cases of elder abuse have increased significantly during the pandemic. Abuser tactics—isolation, manipulation, and systemic barriers (such as ageism and racism)—put older adults at greater risk for harm.

One common tactic scammers use is to pose as Social Security employees. They may claim the older person’s Social Security number is linked to a crime. Feeling isolated and frightened, the scammers get the older person to provide them money or vital personal information that they then can use to exploit them financially. Social Security offers guidance and reporting assistance to help prevent this form of elder abuse. If you or someone you know is a target of one of these scams, we encourage you to report it on the Social Security’s Office of the Inspector General website."

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day: What We Have Learned

Continue reading the article online
https://blog.ssa.gov/world-elder-abuse-awareness-day-what-we-have-learned/