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Thursday, January 11, 2024

School Committee hears about Oak St, FHS Program of studies, approves Cheerleader trip to Nationals, and Capital Budget request (audio)

FM #1134 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1134 in the series. 


This session of the radio show shares the Franklin (MA) School Committee meeting held on Jan 9, 2024. The meeting was held in the Council Chambers. 


Due to a Verizon internet outage at the Franklin TV Studio, the meeting was recorded for broadcast later and available via Zoom. Video link -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r8BvAH3q6xM&list=PLNyv0AkVasIR_a80hAfFnQoFngebCICow&index=46


Quick recap:

  • Internet out at TV studio, meeting via Zoom but not through to cable, it is being locally recorded for broadcast later, Audio recording also being made, Owl camera out to use for this meeting and Zoom session

  • Skipped ahead to Superintendent report, will come back to the FHS student update assuming they connect successfully

    • Facility planning underway, subcmte met last week. 3 piece process: (1) demographics, (2) educational adequacy and how to support it, (3) age and use of the space in the schools; More info coming as the presentation is scheduled for completion later this school year

    • Workshop on executive function, 90 mins for adults only, sign up through Lifelong Learning (link to be shared later)

    • Regards to the weather, please communicate also through the reverse 911 process

    • Dr Dutch provided an update on the state funding for the newly arrived students, submitted not received yet. Student update on activity at the high school

  • Oak St administration team to provide an update on the school activities this year so far 

    • Good question on languages and how the new folks, especially the younger ones, are catching on? 'Wheels on the bus' sung in multiple languages is a thing to hear! language is building every day in K and 1

    • Question to expand on trauma informed practices, some kids are having tough times, how do you handle them? Lesley Univ presenting a course on this topic for a grad level course being set up for this. 27 staff members at Oak will be taking this course

    • Interview by students focused on 3, 4, and 5th grade students. Adapted also for the lower levels. Coming up later this year!

  • Next up, program of studies at FHS, Mr Hanna and H McVey

    • Personal finance and community service coming back for FHS graduation requirements for future classes

    • Students will receive a copy of the courses available to them, as opposed to prior years advised to review the listing (turns out many didn't)

    • Timeline reviewed for information process & enrollment

    • Panther Pride night Feb 12, a good one for the incoming 9th graders (currently 8th graders)

  • Recurring FHS Varsity Cheerleading National Competition, approved by 7-0 vote

  • Capital Budget Proposal - I recommend approval of the Capital Budget Proposal as discussed. Motion to approve, second, passes 7-0; Budget subcmte had met earlier and approved this request


The meeting runs about 1 hour and 55 minutes so let’s listen to the School Committee meeting held on Jan 9, 2024. Audio link - > https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1134-franklin-ma-school-cmte-mtg-01-09-24



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


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  


Oak St highlights -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/MyeaEisD1EuirtpTA 

FHS program of studies -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/aeMBP35oMNzM5QHs5 


My notes in one PDF file -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qXpStXQX6JrK5nRluvpygt-tkT3o9GCZ/view?usp=drive_link 


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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 hears about Oak St, FHS Program of studies, approves Cheerleader trip to Nationals, and Capital Budget request (audio)
FHS student providing update on FHS activities during School Cmte meeting via Zoom session

Saturday, December 16, 2023

Volunteers sought for the Youth football and Cheerleading board

Have you been wondering about ways to get involved in our ever-growing program? You should consider joining our Board!!

We are opening all of our Manager and Assistant Manager positions:
 • Registration Manager
 • Equipment Manager (and Assistant Manager)
 • Concessions Manager
 • Facilities/Scheduling Manager
 • Fundraising Manager (and Assistant Manager)
 • Public relations/Social Media Manager
 • Pro-Shop Manager (and Assistant Managers for both Football and Cheer)

If you are interested in one of these opportunities, please email president@franklinpanthersyfb.com and vice-president@franklinpanthersyfb.com, no later than January 1st. 

Be sure to include your name, the position you're interested in, and any additional information you'd like to include. 

We'll be looking to fill these roles at our January 10th meeting. 

We look forward to hearing from you!!

Volunteers sought for the Youth football and Cheerleading board
Volunteers sought for the Youth football and Cheerleading board


"The Franklin Panthers is a non-profit organization that offers children, ages 7-14 years, the opportunity to participate in football and cheerleading. All board members, coaches, and assistants are volunteers and are here to ensure that every child participates in a safe and enjoyable, yet disciplined environment. We as parents, board members, and coaches feel it is essential to emphasize fun, teamwork, sportsmanship, camaraderie, and physical fitness throughout all phases of our program. Our hope is that each child will take with them the positive lessons, values, and memories experienced during their years with the Chargers organization. Franklin Panthers is part of the American Youth Football and Cheer organization."

Friday, December 15, 2023

School Committee recognizes FHS Cheerleaders, hears of food services, Lifelong Learning, and snow preparations (audio)

FM #1114 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1114 in the series. 


The Franklin (MA) School Committee met on Tuesday, December 12, 2023 as scheduled.  All seven newly elected members participated in Council Chambers.


Quick recap:

  • Cheerleaders recognized as State Champions (again). Proposal in the process of coming to authorize a trip to the National Championships (details TBD)

  • Colin Boisvert, Food Services Director, provided an update on the operation and delivery of the school lunch program and gradual expansion of breakfast. Also highlighted was the use of local food sources and providing healthy options including fish

  • Patricia Gay, Lifelong Learning Director, provided an update on the programs offered through the year. School Choice (before & after school programs), Community Learning (a variety of workshops, classes and exercise programs), Music Academy (year round music education and tutoring), and the Summer programs (including High School Experience). Lifelong Learning is self funded via registrations fees for the programs

  • Brutus Cantoreggi, DPW Director, provided and update on the annual snow program and engaged in a extensive Q&A with the Committee to cover as many of the nuances as possible


Let’s listen to the School Committee meeting of Dec 12.  The total meeting audio runs about 2 hours & 8 minutes.  Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1114-franklin-ma-school-committee-mtg-12-12-23



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


The agenda -> https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/scagenda_12-12-23.pdf 


Meeting Packet folder -> 

https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/december-12-2023-school-committee-meeting-packet 


Franklin TV video link -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cVm3PER71UQ 


My notes collected via PDF (captured during meeting via Twitter)

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YmyqSv0kI2UiuIAplhRBkjz4kiPJ4whc/view?usp=drive_link 


Food Service Update presentation ->

https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/food-svc


Lifelong Learning Update ->  

https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/lll


DPW Snow Presentation ->   

https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/snow 


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


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 franklin.news/ or Franklinmatters.org/


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"


FHS Cheerleaders recognized as State Champions
FHS Cheerleaders recognized as State Champions

Wednesday, December 13, 2023

School Committee recognizes FHS Cheerleaders, hears of food services, Lifelong Learning, and snow preparations (video)

The Franklin School Committee met for the last time in this calendar year on Tuesday, Dec 12. The meeting featured a variety of information updates and recognition of the FHS Cheerleaders who repeated as State Champions.

Quick Recap:
  • Cheerleaders recognized as State Champions (again). Proposal in the process of coming to authorize a trip to the National Championships (details TBD)
  • Colin Boisvert, Food Services Director, provided an update on the operation and delivery of the school lunch program and gradual expansion of breakfast. Also highlighted was the use of local food sources and providing healthy options including fish
  • Patricia Gay, Lifelong Learning Director, provided an update on the programs offered through the year. School Choice (before & after school programs), Community Learning (a variety of workshops, classes and exercise programs), Music Academy (year round music education and tutoring), and the Summer programs (including High School Experience). Lifelong Learning is self funded via registrations fees for the programs
  • Brutus Cantoreggi, DPW Director, provided and update on the annual snow program and engaged in a extensive Q&A with the Committee to cover as many of the nuances as possible

The Franklin TV video is available for replay ->  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cVm3PER71UQ

My notes captured during the meeting can be found in one PDF ->   https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YmyqSv0kI2UiuIAplhRBkjz4kiPJ4whc/view?usp=drive_link

While the presentation docs were (mostly) not available before the meeting, my photo captures can share them. The presentations are usually posted a day or so after the meeting.  Meeting packet folder ->    https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/december-12-2023-school-committee-meeting-packet

DPW Snow update - (from 2021 but generally the same with minor updates) https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/snow_pres_for_dpw_council_dec_21.pdf

FHS Cheerleaders recognized as State Champions
FHS Cheerleaders recognized as State Champions


Saturday, December 9, 2023

Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda for Meeting Dec 12, 2023

Franklin School Committee
December 12, 2023 - 7:00 PM
Municipal Building – Council Chambers



Call to Order       Mr. Callaghan
Pledge of Allegiance
Moment of Silence

I. Routine Business
A. Review of Agenda
B. Payment of Bills Mr. Callaghan
C. Payroll Mr. McNeill
D. FHS Student Representative Comments
E. Superintendent’s Report

II. Guests/Presentations
A. FHS Cheerleaders – State Champions!
B. Food Services Highlights
C. Lifelong Learning Presentation
D. Snow Presentation
III. Discussion/Action Items
A. none

IV. Discussion Only Items
A. none

V. Information Matters
A. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports
B. School Committee Liaison Reports

VI. Consent Agenda
A. Approval of Minutes
I recommend approval of the minutes from your November 28, 2023 School
Committee meeting as detailed.
B. Oak St. Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $4,300.00 from the Oak St. PCC for field
trips as detailed.
C. 40% Club - Student Activity Account
I recommend creating a student Activity Account for the 40% Club at FHS.
D. Recurring Vet’s Auditorium Field Trip - Parmenter/JFK
I recommend approval of the request of Mary MacMurray to take music students
to the Veteran’s Auditorium, Providence, RI, on May 23 (Parmenter) and May 24
(JFK), 2024 to see a concert and perform with the musicians as detailed.

VII. Good of the Order

VIII. Citizen’s Comments

IX. New Business
To discuss any future agenda items

X. Adjournment

Agenda doc (also contains remote participation info)



Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda for Meeting Dec 12, 2023
Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda for Meeting Dec 12, 2023


Monday, November 20, 2023

Franklin Cheerleading bring home D1 State Championship Trophy

Franklin Cheerleading (@FHScheer_) posted Sun, Nov 19, 2023:
"YOUR D1 2023 FALL STATE CHAMPS!! 
This team is so incredibly talented and it really showed on this mat today. 
All of their hard work paid off!!"
https://t.co/oIQKWPS5vX

YOUR D1 2023 FALL STATE CHAMPS
YOUR D1 2023 FALL STATE CHAMPS

Wednesday, November 15, 2023

FHS Cheerleaders take first place at MSAA Regionals

"Huge congratulations to varsity for first place at regionals today!! (11/12/23) so proud of this team!"

FHS Cheerleaders take first place at MSAA Regionals
FHS Cheerleaders take first place at MSAA Regionals

FHS Cheerleaders take first place at MSAA Regionals - D1 South
FHS Cheerleaders take first place at MSAA Regionals - D1 South

Shared from Twitter -> https://twitter.com/FHScheer_/status/1723852442297671836

Tuesday, August 22, 2023

Parent Fun Night scheduled for Friday, Aug 25 at La Cantina Winery fundraiser for Panther Youth Football & Cheer

Parent Fun Night Celebrate The Kickoff To The 2023 Season!

Friday, Aug 25 From 5-9 PM at La Cantina Winery, 357 Union Street, Franklin, MA 02038

Tickets are $35 In Advance, $40 At The Door.  Cash and Venno Accepted. Venno -@FranklinPanthersYouth

Price Includes: 1 Drink Ticket. Food From Santa Fe Burrito and Grill And The Meat Bar And A Donation To Franklin Panthers Youth Football Cheer Program


Raffle Tickets Sold At Door

Sports Themed Items and Memorabilia 

Parent Fun Night scheduled for Friday, Aug 25 at La Cantina Winery fundraiser for Panther Youth Football & Cheer
Parent Fun Night scheduled for Friday, Aug 25 at La Cantina Winery fundraiser for Panther Youth Football & Cheer




Thursday, March 30, 2023

Thursday, March 23, 2023

Photos from the FHS Cheerleaders 1st place in New England

Thanks to the Zubs for creating the folder and sharing the album of photos of the FHS Cheerleaders team


Shared from Instagram (by following the links accordingly) ->   https://www.instagram.com/p/CqEoRwvKoAK/

Photos from the FHS Cheerleaders 1st place in New England
Photos from the FHS Cheerleaders 1st place in New England

Monday, March 20, 2023

Franklin High School Cheerleading take 1st place in New England


"2023 D1 New England Champions!!! 
Insanely proud of these athletes. What a great way to end the season!!!! 
💙🤍💙"  https://t.co/ygBM2IU4Gz


Shared from Twitter ->  https://twitter.com/FHScheer_/status/1637249232435331079
   
Franklin High School Cheerleading take 1st place in New England
Franklin High School Cheerleading take 1st place in New England