Is your child turning 3 soon?

Is your child turning 3 soon?

See the flyer for pre-school placement with the Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC) on Oak St.

Download the flyer ->

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yhqdyhaTWwznqrze-UrLi1Jd3fvVUAer/view?usp=drive_link

The Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC) is enrolling

The Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC) is enrolling

For more info and to enroll -> https://www.franklinps.net/o/ecdc/page/now-enrolling

Franklin's F.X. O’Regan Early Childhood Development Center Hosts 2nd Annual Pop Art Celebration

Superintendent Lucas Giguere and Principal Kimberly Taylor are pleased to share that the F.X. O'Regan Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC) hosted a Pop Art event on Thursday, May 1, celebrating the creativity and hard work of the school's preschool students.

 

The event showcased student artwork created throughout the school year as part of the district's "PreK On My Way" curriculum. Many of the art pieces stemmed from the curriculum's "Let's Create" theme, which includes a study of various artists and encourages hands-on, expressive learning through art.

 

2nd Annual Pop Art Celebration

The artwork was hung on the walls throughout the ECDC, and families also gathered on the playground on a beautiful spring evening, enjoying a chance to socialize and connect. Preschoolers proudly showed off their art, shared popsicles with their friends and interacted with classmates, teachers and family members.

 

"Smiles and excitement were everywhere as our preschoolers shared their artwork with their families and interacted with their friends and teachers," said Principal Taylor. "It truly was a heartwarming evening where our school community came together to celebrate our students."

 

"The 2nd Annual Pop Art celebration was one of the wonderful events organized by our F.X. O'Regan Early Childhood Development Center staff," Superintendent Giguere said. "The event reflected the strong sense of community at ECDC and the District's commitment to fostering creativity, expression and joy in early childhood education."

Shared from -> https://www.franklinps.net/article/2205192

Early Childhood Development Center now enrolling for September 2025

From the ECDC Principal, Kimberly Taylor:

 

Early Childhood Development Center now enrolling for September 2025

 

Visit the ECDC web page for more info and to enroll ->

https://www.franklinps.net/o/ecdc/page/now-enrolling

 

School Committee gets update on ECDC and Elementary Redistricting progress (video)

The School Committee met as scheduled on Tuesday, April 8 at 7:04 PM. All 7 members participating, 6 in Chambers, one remnote (Sompally) hence a roll call required for all votes.

Franklin TV video available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/live/3rgXaYFUtNA?&t=100

The meeting agenda ->  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04082025-1669 

Quick recap:

• ECDC update - Kimberly Taylor, Principal

Photos of the slides as presented -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/qYDXR58de1BmRCaa6

• Elementary update ->

          grade level                      3-5                    K-2

Washington                     Even Chalman             Stefani Wasik

Lincoln                                    Brad Hendrixson                Keri Busavage

Photos of the slides as presented -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/Cd9aV25fJ3eYrB8Z7

Discussion/ actions items -

• School Choice Vote - I recommend to not accept School Choice students for the 2025-2026 School Year as discussed. For this year with redistricting underway, not at this time, open for more a stabile world; So moved, second, passes via roll call 7-0
• Foreign Exchange Student Vote - I recommend to not accept Foreign Exchange students for the 2025-2026 school year as discussed. Not the same as school choice; so moved, second, passes via roll call 7-0
• Policy- 2nd Reading - Adoption/Elimination I recommend adoption / elimination of the following policies as discussed: 2nd Reading: ACA - Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Sex Elimination: ACA-R - Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Sex Under Title IX Including Sex- Based Harassment Per president executive orders; Via roll call 6-1 (Griffith - no)

My full set of notes taken during the meeting

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QCIHgtiYGE6hjPEpDLKBhP2B1oYReHbu/view?usp=drive_link

There are still openings with the Early Childhood Center (ECDC)

Early Childhood Center (ECDC) registration is open

The FX O'Regan Early Childhood Center (ECDC) announces that preschool registration for the 2025-2026 school year is now OPEN!!

Please CLICK HERE: https://www.franklinps.net/o/ecdc to access the ECDC website and the application for next year.

Applications are also available at the ECDC and the Superintendent's Office.

FRANKLIN ECDC: New Student Open House scheduled for Jan 17

Franklin Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC)

New Student Open House!

January 17th 9:00 am - 11:00 am

• Do you live in Franklin?
• Are you looking for a preschool program for your child?
• Is your child going to be 3 by August 31st and not yet eligible for kindergarten in the fall of 2025?

New Student Open House scheduled for Jan 17

Parents and children are invited to join us at ECDC for a tour of the school, to meet our teaching team and learn about our wonderful preschool program!

If you are unable to attend the OPEN HOUSE, you can contact Julie Felton to schedule a tour: Email: feltonj@franklinps.net Phone: 508-541-8166

PLEASE CLICK HERE to register for the Open House.

Applications for the 25-26 school year will be available as of January 21st on the ECDC website. (https://www.franklinps.net/ecdc)

Applications can also be picked up at the Franklin Superintendent’s office and ECDC at 224 Oak Street (rear) after January 20th.

Dean College Children's Center Now Enrolling for 2025-26

Prospective Families May Schedule an Informational Tour

WHO: The Dean College Children's Center is a fully accredited, on-campus early childhood program for area preschoolers, ages 2 years, 9 months through 6 years old. The innovative and progressive program is designed to encourage the development of a child's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth. Teachers have at least a bachelor's degree in early childhood education or a related field, are credentialed, and have extensive experience teaching young children. The Children's Center is also a lab school for Early Childhood Education majors at Dean College, with teachers-in-training learning from the credentialed staff.

Children's Center Now Enrolling for 2025-26

WHAT: The Dean College Children's Center is now offering informative tours for families who are seeking enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year.

WHEN: Applications are now being accepted for 5-day morning, 2-day morning, and 3-day morning preschool programs. There is also a 5-day afternoon transitional kindergarten program or a full-day option (8:30 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.) for 4 to 6-year-olds who will be moving into a kindergarten program the following year. Enrollment is ongoing; there is no deadline to enroll your child in our program.

WHERE: The Dean College Children's Center is located at 144 School Street in Franklin, MA, on the Dean College campus.

HOW: For more information, visit www.dean.edu/childrenscenter or call 508-541-1598 to schedule a tour.

ECDC Registration is open for three-year-olds in the 4-day afternoon sessions

2024-2025 Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC) Registration is now open. 

There are still openings for three-year-olds in the 4-day afternoon sessions (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday PM from 12:45 pm to 3:15 pm).

Please visit https://www.franklinps.net/ecdc/pages/enrollment-information for more information.

ECDC Registration is open for three-year-olds in the 4-day afternoon sessions

Tri-County RVTHS’ Early Education Program Opening Preschool Registration - Jan 23, 2023

Hands-on education is a critical part of vocational high schools and we are looking forward to welcoming a new group of children to the Tri-County Children’s Center.

The Early Education Program prepares high school students for various careers working with young children. The ability to work directly with preschool children within the on-campus facility located in Tri-County Regional High School in Franklin at 147 Pond Street allows students to acquire skills and confidence in teaching.

Tri-County Children’s Center is led by three highly qualified teachers in the Tri-County Early Education Program and assisted by students in the Early Education Major. The preschool sessions are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 8:50 to 11:20 a.m. for the three-day program. Class size is limited to 30 children and tuition is $36.00* per week (*subject to change).

Placement is limited to the residents of the 11 towns within the Tri-County District: Franklin, Medfield, Medway, Millis, Norfolk, North Attleboro, Plainville, Seekonk, Sherborn, Walpole, and Wrentham. Admission is decided through a random draw which will take place on Monday, March 6th, 2023. Names not selected in the drawing will be placed on a waiting list.

Registration begins on Monday, January 23, 2023. Applications will be accepted through Friday, March 3, 2023. Registration is limited to children who are at least 3 years of age by September 15, 2023. Birth certificates for children being registered must accompany all registration forms. Enrollment is limited to two years or part of two years for the preschool program, as long as the child is age eligible. For more information about Tri-County’s Preschool Registration, please visit https://tri-county.us/tri-county-childrens-center/  

Tri-County RVTHS’ Early Education Program Opening Preschool Registration

For more about Tri-County visit their page ->  https://tri-county.us/

Early Childhood Development Center New Student Open House - Jan 13, 2023

Are you looking for a preschool program for your child? Do you live in Franklin? Is your child going to be 3 by August 31st and not yet eligible for kindergarten in the fall of 2023?

Parents and children are invited to join us at Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC) on Friday, January 13, 2023 from 9 AM - 11 AM for a tour of the school, to meet our teaching team and learn about our wonderful preschool program!

If you are unable to attend the Open House, you can contact Laura Flanagan to schedule a tour by emailing flanaganla@franklinps.net or by calling us at 508-541-8166.

Please note: tours are held at 8:30 AM and 3:30 PM to preserve the confidentiality and safety of our current students. Access our event details here: https://www.franklinps.net/district/events/92086

Applications for the 23-24 school year at the ECDC are available here: https://www.franklinps.net/.../23-24_new_student..

Address

F.X O’Regan Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC)

224 Oak Street

Franklin, MA 02038

Shared from the FPS page -> https://www.franklinps.net/district/events/92086

Early Childhood Development Center New Student Open House - Jan 13, 2023

Franklin ECDC New Student Open House - January 13, 2023

• Are you looking for a preschool program for your child?
• Do you live in Franklin?
• Is your child going to be 3 by August 31st and not yet eligible for kindergarten in the fall of 2023?

Parents and children are invited to join us at ECDC for a tour of the school, to meet our teaching team and learn about our wonderful preschool program! 

If you are unable to attend the OPEN HOUSE, you can contact Laura Flanagan to schedule a tour:  Email:  flanaganla@franklinps.net      Phone: 508-541-8166

Tours are held at 8:30 AM and 3:30 PM to preserve the confidentiality and safety of our current students. 

Applications for the 2023-2024 school year are available on the ECDC Website (https://www.franklinps.net/ecdc). 

Applications can also be picked up at the Franklin Superintendent’s office and at ECDC.

The Early Childhood Development Center - https://www.franklinps.net/ecdc

Franklin ECDC New Student Open House - January 13, 2023

State News Roundup: health care costs; early childhood education; transit system electrification

What this report will mean for the Town budget remains to be seen. We heard last week (Joint Budget Subcommittee meeting) that the Town is expecting to get the new health care rates in a couple of weeks. Both Town and School budgets forecast an increase of 5-8 percent: 

"After years of ever-increasing spending on health care that left policymakers struggling to contain costs, Massachusetts finally found the key to lowering spending on health care: a global pandemic.  

Ironically, spending on health care declined by 2.4 percent in Massachusetts in 2020, an unprecedented drop that can be attributed to fewer people seeking care during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a report released Monday by the Center for Health Information and Analysis."

Continue reading the article online

https://commonwealthmagazine.org/health-care/mass-health-care-spending-actually-dropped-in-2020/

A logical extension of MA law to include early childhood education in the overall education system to bring about more equity is going to cost.

"MASSACHUSETTS’S EARLY CHILDHOOD education system is unaffordable and inaccessible to too many families, and it will cost an estimated $1.5 billion a year to improve it, according to a report released Monday by a special legislative commission looking at the economics of early education and care.  

The commission, led by Education Committee co-chairs Sen. Jason Lewis and Rep. Alice Peisch, calls for expanding the subsidies available to families while increasing financial support to childcare centers themselves and their workers. But it stops short of calling for universal public pre-kindergarten, as some activists have been calling for. "

Continue reading the article online
https://commonwealthmagazine.org/economy/fixing-early-ed-system-could-cost-1-5-billion-a-year/ 

Moving the public transit system to reduce the use of fossil fuels is timely and necessary:

"WARNING THAT the pace of electrification underway for the MBTA’s bus fleet is “too slow for the Legislature,” a top senator is newly forecasting that his chamber plans to make the transportation sector a focus in upcoming climate legislation.

Sen. Michael Barrett, who co-chairs the Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy Committee, told leaders of the Baker administration’s transportation secretariat on Friday that he expects a forthcoming Senate bill will make another pass at requiring the T to transition its bus network to full electrification by a specific date.  "

Continue reading the article online

https://commonwealthmagazine.org/energy/senate-seeks-fixed-date-for-bus-electrification/

State News Roundup: health care costs; early childhood education; transit system electrification

Tri-County RVTHS’ Early Education Program Excited to Welcome New Group of Children This Fall

Hands-on education is a critical part of vocational high schools and while the Tri-County Children’s Center continuing to operate during the pandemic is dependent on the Department of Public Health’s approval, we are hoping to welcome a new group of children at our center.

The Early Education Program prepares high school students for various careers working with young children. The ability to work directly with preschool children within the on-campus facility located in Tri-County Regional High School in Franklin at 147 Pond Street allows students to acquire skills and confidence in teaching.

Tri-County Children’s Center is led by three highly qualified teachers in the Tri-County Early Education Program and assisted by students in the Early Education Major. The Preschool sessions are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 8:50 to 11:20 a.m. for the three-day program. Class size is limited to 30 children and tuition is $36.00* per week (*subject to change).

Placement is limited to the residents of the 11 towns within the Tri-County District, Franklin, Medfield, Medway, Millis, Norfolk, North Attleboro, Plainville, Seekonk, Sherborn, Walpole, and Wrentham. Admission is decided through a random draw which will take place on Friday, March 4th, 2022. Names not selected in the drawing will be placed on a waiting list.

Due to the COIVD-19 Pandemic, registration and information sessions will be held virtually this year. Registration begins on Monday, January 24th. Applications will be accepted through Thursday, March 3, 2022. Registration is limited to children who are at least 3 years of age by September 15, 2022. Enrollment is limited to two years or part of two years for the preschool program, as long as the child is age eligible. 

For more information about Tri-County’s Preschool Registration, please visit https://tri-county.us/tri-county-childrens-center/  

 

Hands-on Learning is An Integral Part of Vocational High School

Lessons for Littles - June 6, 3:00 PM

Join Us for an Expert Panel Discussion on Racism for Parents of Young Children 

SUNDAY, JUNE 6  = 3:00–4:00 PM
Franklin Town Common & Virtual

How do you navigate conversations with your young children about topics such as race, diversity, inclusion and equity?

Join this free community event to learn from our panel of local experts when and how to have these important conversations with young children (0–8 years). Together, we can learn to raise kind, inclusive children who will know better and do better.

View & Share Event on Facebook = https://www.facebook.com/events/133800355442732

Attend in-person at the Franklin Town Common or virtually. 

For a reminder email and information on connecting to the event virtually, please fill out the form => https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPl997Lsn75FOEUfnpeJnCUbH5xv4M-w7sk7NLrn_nyBsh8A/viewform

Presented by Franklin Area Moms and Franklin Area Against Racism.

Lessons for Littles - June 6, 3:00 PM

 

“The pandemic really laid bare just how critical a role childcare plays"

 

"A COALITION OF early education advocates will introduce an ambitious proposal Tuesday to completely overhaul the state’s early education system. The legislation would provide universal, affordable early education in Massachusetts, turning childcare from a system that is now largely private pay to one that is primarily publicly funded. 

The plan would cost hundreds of millions of dollars and the coalition has not yet proposed how to pay for it. At a time when the COVID-19 pandemic has shed a spotlight on the importance of childcare to the economy –– and the fragility of the existing childcare system – the plan, while unlikely to pass, could provide a foundation for broader discussions about how to make childcare more accessible. It is being introduced at the same time as new powerful coalitions – a business organization and a philanthropic group –– are beginning to focus intensely on how to improve early education."

Continue reading the article online

https://commonwealthmagazine.org/education/advocates-push-universal-publicly-funded-early-education

 

Tri-County RVTHS’ Early Education Program - Preschool and Toddler Registration - Begins Jan 25, 2021

Hands-on education is a critical part of vocational high schools and while the Children’s Center opening is dependent on the Department of Public Health’s approval, we are hoping to welcome a new group of children at our center. The Early Education Program prepares high school students for various careers working with young children. The ability to work directly with pre-school children within the on- campus facility located in Tri-County Regional High School in Franklin at 147 Pond Street allows students to acquire skills and confidence in teaching.

Tri-County’s Children’s Center is led by three highly qualified teachers in the Tri-County Early Education Program and assisted by students in the Early Education Major. The Preschool sessions are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 8:50 to 11:20 a.m. for the three-day program. Class size is limited to 30 children and tuition is $36.00* per week (*subject to change).

Placement is limited to the residents of the 11 towns within the Tri-County District, Franklin, Medfield, Medway, Millis, Norfolk, North Attleboro, Plainville, Seekonk, Sherborn, Walpole, and Wrentham. Admission is decided through a random draw which will take place on Friday, March 5th, 2021. Names not selected in the drawing will be placed on a waiting list.

Due to the COIVD-19 Pandemic, registration and information sessions will be held virtually this year. Registration begins on Monday, January 25th. Applications will be accepted through Thursday, March 4th, 2021. Registration is limited to children who are at least 3 years of age by September 15, 2021. Enrollment is limited to two years or part of two years for the preschool program, as long as the child is age eligible. For more information about Tri-County’s Preschool Registration, please visit www.tcchildrenscenter.com.

Preschool and Toddler Registration - Begins Jan 25, 2021

Franklin Children's School Open House - Jan 25

Franklin Children's School announces registration for the 2020-2021 school year!!

Registration has begun and will run through January 31, 2020.

Franklin Children's School will be hosting an Open House on Saturday, January 25, 10:00 AM - 12:00 for families interested in learning more about the school. FCS is located at 900 Chestnut Street in Franklin.

If you are interested in setting up a tour, would like an application or have any questions, please contact Executive Director, Kim Barrett at 508-528-9378 or email fcskids@verizon.net.

Franklin Children’s School was voted #1 choice for Franklin preschools in the 2017, 2018 and 2019 Readers Choice Awards!!!

For more about the school, visit their web page  http://www.fcskids.com/

Franklin Children's School Open House - Jan 25

Tri-County Preschool Registration and Open House - Jan 30-31

Registration and Open House for the Tri-County Children’s Center preschool program for 2020– 2021 will be held on Thursday, January 30, from 12:15 PM to 1:45 PM and Friday, January 31, from 9 AM to 10:30 AM at the Tri-County Regional High School in Franklin at 147 Pond Street. Parents will be able to view the laboratory preschool while children engage in developmentally appropriate activities. For more information, please visit https://www.tri-county.us/tri-county-childrens-center/

Placement is limited to residents of the 11 towns within the Tri-County District, Franklin, Medfield, Medway, Millis, Norfolk, North Attleboro, Plainville, Seekonk, Sherborn, Walpole and Wrentham. Admission is decided through a lottery system. Registration will be made open to other towns if spaces are not filled by residents within the district.

The random drawing to determine which of the children registered will be enrolled will take place on Friday, March 6, 2020. The number of children registered has traditionally far exceeded the number of spaces available so the random drawing was established. Those names not selected in the drawing are placed on a waiting list.

Birth certificates for children being registered must accompany all registration forms. Registration is limited to those children who are at least age 3 years by September 15, 2020 for the three-day program. A $25.00 non-refundable registration fee is due at registration time. Enrollment is limited to two years or part of two years for the preschool program, as long as the child is age eligible.

Preschool sessions are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8:50 a.m. to 11:20 a.m. for the three-day program. Tuition is $36.00* per week. Class size is limited to 30 children.

Three teachers in the Tri-County Early Education Program supervise the programs, and are assisted by students in the Early Education Major.

*Subject to change

Download a copy of this info as a reminder:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0wjbnXDBhczSDFZMlV5N0Q4Z3dEQzl6ZFFxZ2doaTdXVEFn/view?usp=sharing

Tri-County Preschool Registration and Open House - Jan 30-31

Franklin ECDC New Student Open House! - Jan 17

Are you looking for a preschool program for your child?

Do you live in Franklin?

Is your child going to be 3 by August 31st and not yet eligible for kindergarten in the fall of 2020?

Parents and children are invited to join us at F.X. O’Regan Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC) for a tour of the school, to meet our teaching team and learn about our wonderful preschool program!

If you are unable to attend the OPEN HOUSE, you can contact Laura Flanagan to schedule a tour: Email: flanaganla@franklinps.net Phone: 508-541-8166

Tours are held at 8:30 AM and 3:30 PM to preserve the confidentiality and safety of our current students.

Applications for the 20-21 school year are available on the ECDC Website (https://www.franklinps.net/ecdc) or directly at
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GjbC7NiV9SxSIHf3EDZbQB_LkAeNlH3o/view


Applications can also be picked up at the Franklin Superintendent’s office and at ECDC.

Download a copy of the Open House flyer
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/franklinmaps/files/uploads/ecdc_open_house_jan_2020_0.pdf

 

Franklin ECDC New Student Open House! - Jan 17