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Friday, January 28, 2022

Franklin, MA School Committee - audio recording - 01/25/22 - FHS program of studies

 FM #711 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 711 in the series. 

This session of the radio show shares the Franklin, MA School Committee meeting held on Tuesday, January 25, 2022.


The meeting was conducted in a hybrid format: all of the School Committee members were in the Council Chambers along with some of the public, other members the public joined via conference bridge, all to adhere to the ‘social distancing’ requirements of this pandemic period.


The recording of the public meeting runs about one hour and forty-five minutes. The School Committee enters Executive Session and does not return to a public meeting. 


Links to the meeting agenda and associated documents released for this meeting are included in the show notes. The link to my notes taken during the meeting is also provided.


Let’s listen to the School Committee meeting of Jan 25, 2022

Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-711-school-committee-mtg-01-25-22 


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Meeting agenda doc ->

https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/scagenda_1-25-22.pdf 


Documents released for this meeting can be found in the packet folder ->

https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/january-25-2022-school-committee-meeting-packet

 

My notes captured during the meeting

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/01/recap-school-committee-hears-about-fhs.html 


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FHS program of studies
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Thursday, December 16, 2021

Franklin Public Schools: District Newsletter - December 2021



Franklin Public Schools
District Newsletter
December 2021


There will be no school December 24th-31st.

Classes will resume on January 3rd, 2022.
FHS Masking Policy & District COVID-19 Dashboard
The effort to lift masking for vaccinated Franklin High School students and staff only has been postponed until further notice. A mask mandate will go into effect on Friday, December 17th, 2021 at Franklin High School regardless of vaccination status. The Town of Franklin percent positivity rate is the driving factor for this decision. Please see the Letter to FHS Families sent on the evening of December 15th, 2021 below...

Dear FHS Community,
We have an update regarding our positivity rate within the Franklin community. We learned, through a conversation with the Franklin Health Department today, that our 14-day % positivity rate is 4.24% and we anticipate that this value is going to be reported in the MA DPH COVID dashboard tomorrow evening. As an adjustment we will be encouraging all vaccinated students and staff to wear masks tomorrow Thursday, December 16th. As you know, unvaccinated students and staff are required to wear masks. We will be returning to the school committee's policy mandate that all students and staff wear masks beginning Friday, December 17th, regardless of vaccination status. This mandate will be in place as long as our 14-day % positivity rate is above 4%. I can appreciate the varied responses to this message and would like to welcome anyone with any questions to email me directly.
 
Sincerely,
Joshua Hanna, Principal


MIAA Gymnastics Coach of the Year
The Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association announced our very own Paula Lupien as the Gymnastics coach of the year!

"Earning this prestigious honor does not surprise me in the least. When it comes to coaching, Coach Lupien is the total package. I attribute the success of our Gymnastics program to Coach Lupien's meticulous attention to detail, her love for her student-athletes, and overall dedication to the coaching profession." - Athletic Director, Tom Angelo

Each coach will be recognized at the annual MIAA Awards Banquet in January and will be nominated for the NFHS Sectional and National Coach of the Year Award. View the full list of recipients here.
Performing Arts: Upcoming Concerts
Bravo to the students at FHS and ASMS who showcased their incredible talents at our concerts so far this month! Be sure to check out our upcoming performances.

Upcoming Concerts
12/15 RMS Concert - 6pm at the HMMS 6pm. (snow date 12/20)
12/20 String School of Franklin Winter Concert - 6 PM at the HMMS Auditorium
1/19 FHS Jazz Concert - 7pm at the FHS Auditorium
1/20 Musical Theatre Showcase - 7pm at the FHS Auditorium
For many, the winter months are a time of celebration, however, we recognize that these cold and dark months can have a negative impact on our mental health. For those in need of additional mental health support, we recommend utilizing the William James College INTERFACE Referral Service. Their website hosts a wide variety of community resources and their referral service can get you the specialized support you need without having to strain yourself looking for it.
The FPS Inclement Weather Policy outlines the decision making process for school cancellation or delays in response to weather related incidents. Families are encouraged to review the policy as we enter the start of the winter season.
Professional Teacher Status Ceremony
53 educators earned the honor of obtaining Professional Teachers Status over the last 2 years and the District was glad to be able to reconvene, recognize and celebrate them with a small ceremony on 12/7. These members are no longer considered "probationary" and embrace the necessary knowledge, skills, care, compassion and tenacity we look for in working with our Franklin children. We thank them and look forward to their continued success!
Big thanks to our FPS Families, Faculty, Staff and Franklin Community for a great year thus far!
Franklin Public Schools

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Wednesday, November 17, 2021

Franklin Public Schools: District Newsletter - November 2021



Franklin Public Schools
District Newsletter
November 2021


There will be no school November 24th-26th
Mamma Mia!
The cast and crew of the Franklin High School Theatre Company delivered an outstanding performance of Mamma Mia! Thank you to all who came out to support.
Mamma Mia was nothing short of unforgettable. I am so honored I was able to share this experience with such a talented and professional cast. 
- Sarah Dumas, 2024 (Donna Sheridan)

Performing in the musical Mamma Mia was a challenging yet thrilling experience for me. I had so much fun bonding with the cast and jumping into the role, It was truly the highlight of my high school experience thus far. 
-Linnea Remillard, 2022, Tanya Chesham-Leigh

Throughout the rehearsal process, Mamma Mia was referred to as "a party on stage." This is a party I never wanted to end, a home I never want to leave, and a family I never want to say goodbye to.
Joe Maple, Class of 2022, Harry Bright
Parmenter Mural Unveiled
Parmenter School's Artist in Residence Bren Bataclan has worked with students and staff to create a colorful and unique mural that visually expresses Parmenter's core values of caring, inclusion, respect, courage, leadership, and effort. Together, they have conceptualized and created various symbols to represent our school's values and our community as a whole. Bren will be back in Franklin in December for a mural residency at Jefferson Elementary School. Special thanks to Mrs. Vulfovich and Ms.Whelan for their work on this project!
Panther Pride: Sports Spotlight
Franklin athletics are on fire! Our student athletes & athletic staff have been hard at work. Congratulations to all our Fall Sports teams on an great season thus far!

Upcoming games
Franklin Football - Final Four - vs. Springfield Central 11/20, 11am @ Shrewsbury High
Volleyball - Final Four - vs. Needham 11/17, 5pm @ Milton High
Field Hockey - Final Four -next game vs. Andover 11/16, 7pm @Burlington High
Varsity Cheer - 2nd at regionals - State Meet 11/21,10am @ Worcester State

Show up and show out! Note that tickets will no longer be sold at the door.
Coffee & Conversation is back!
FPS Families are invited to join Superintendent Dr. Sara Ahern for a morning coffee and conversation this Wednesday, Nov. 17th at 7am.
Our Interventionists provide classroom and small group instructional support to students as planned and directed by literacy and math specialists. Their specialized interventions are based on data analysis and targeted for specific learning needs. Thank you for all that you do!
Critical Conversations: Identifying and addressing mental health and substance use among families and within our community
The Substance Abuse Task Force has partnered with the Safe Coalition to host a panel centered around mental health and substance use. Following the panel discussion will be a Q&A, breakout sessions and a "hidden in pain sight" exercise.

As always, we are thankful to have our FPS Families, Faculty, Staff and Franklin Community!
Franklin Public Schools
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