Is the Group Fitness Instructor Opening at Timeless Crossfit a good fit for you?

"Timeless CrossFit and Fitness is looking for a passionate, hardworking Group Fitness Instructor to fill a part-time position. Timeless is a community of people who value health and fitness, and we are committed to helping our members reach their goals.

We have an immediate opening for a fitness professional who will build relationships with our members, who will embody our culture, and is passionate about changing lives, while having a blast doing it!"

For more details and to apply visit the web page here ->

https://www.indeed.com/job/group-fitness-instructor-part-time-9f3a856e3acf357f

Visit Timeless to see the programs they offer ->  https://www.timelesscrossfit.com/

 

Is the Group Fitness Instructor Opening at Timeless Crossfit a good fit for you?

Franklin Public Schools, MA: still looking to hire qualified candidates

FPS is hiring for a variety of positions districtwide.

We are seeking substitute teachers, school nurses, educational support professionals and more.

View the full list of employment opportunities here: https://t.co/jchQ1XRW0J

 

Shared from Twitter:  https://twitter.com/FranklinPSNews/status/1430643947274133506?s=03

The list of employment opportunities can also be found here

https://www.franklinps.net/district/human-resources/pages/employment-opportunities

Note: The School Committee and eventually the Town Council approved the budget to operate the school district. That authorization includes a set number of positions to fill, only a few of which were net new positions to the district. This continued hiring is to fill open slots created  by retirements, resignations and personnel which the district determined not to renew the contracts of. "New" teachers may be new to the district, they are not (aside from the few mentioned) new positions.

Franklin Public Schools, MA: still looking to hire qualified candidates

Recap: School Committee meeting - 8/24/21

Quick Recap:

• The School Committee voted to adjust the agenda removing the mask policy from discussion for now as the DESE decision on masks was made earlier during the day and takes precedence. Comment time was provided and extended to accommodate the antivaccine folks
• In regular business, the handbooks modified for this school year were approved unanimously. Health and Safety was split into a separate section to acknowledge the COVID-19 protocols, With the approval, the handbooks will be distributed to the families in advance of school opening this year.
• Chair Bergen took a couple of minutes to thank those who have taken out papers to run for School Committee, letting them know this is an apolitical position, separate from the Town in many ways, there is an 8 hour course required to provide insights on how to operate successfully and legally within the guidelines. A good thing to make folks aware of. At least one successful candidate last time was even aware of the two meeting a month commitment until after they were elected. It is better to be prepared.

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As with most meetings in this pandemic period, I took my notes via Twitter during the meeting reporting in real-time via the virtual session

 

The Twitter hashtag can be found online  #schcom0824 

https://twitter.com/search?q=%23schcom0824&src=typeahead_click 

 

Agenda doc (including connection info) ->  https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/sc-agenda-8-24-21

 

Agenda folder -> https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/august-24-2021-school-committee-meeting-packet

 

• Live reporting underway the School Committee meeting tonight. #schcom0824
• Agenda item on masking for students taken off agenda given DESE action earlier today. #schcom0824
• Citizen comment on the poor audio internal in the Chambers last week for the Policy subcommittee meeting was held #schcom0824
• Superintendent's report, doc shared the day after the meeting; new faculty orientation this week, approx. 35 participating. Q prior on surplus text where to go? Places/orgs defined. #schcom0824
• Thanks to the custodial and facility staff for their work to prep for opening, DPW for work on the grounds, Technology for their work preparing equipment for this year Motion and second to remove the policy items from agenda, passes 7-0 #schcom0824
• Accept collaborative update, superintendent represents the district req to create a fund for capital accounts, students go out of district, about 10 students participate in accept training; Pfeffer has a host of questions; Q's answered motion passes 6-0-1 (stokes recuses)
• Handbook updates provided by Giguere in coordination with the school vice principals (and legal review), health and safety in a separate section of handbooks, free lunch for all students this year. #schcom0824
• Health and safety section: https://franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/health-info-memo. And presentation doc https://franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/health-pres  #schcom0824
• Highlights in the presentation cover changes from last year to this #schcom0824 Info from DESE expected on masks and social distancing - no minimum standard to go for this year. Lunch will be hard, K-8 easier than FHS
• Testing options proposed #schcom0824 sub coverage for staff is a potential worry (as it was last year)
• Visitors will be allowed this year and monitored carefully #schcom0824 clarification on a few points around the presentation and discussion Chair Bergen provides insights on background before the comment section (20 mins)
• Parent comment on dissatisfaction with #schcom0824; parent of student with IEP and issues with mask and speech; parent says there is no room for mandate; parent upset with mask as incentive for vaccine and 80% as the requirement; parent (via zoom) (with poor connection)
• #schcom0824 parent wants to get the info out on the testing are they authorized tests? Or emergency authorized?; Parent commending SchComm for their work; parent respectfully disagrees with other speakers who claimed they included her; difference between tests/ timing of exposure
• Bridget Sweet, Board of Health Chair, acknowledges working with the School district to work with the guidelines from DESE. Asking to take heart that the BoH is doing what is best for everyone #schcom0824
• Parent asking for school work for those who are out under quarantine; #schcom0824 parent says no evidence for folks with masks and learning effects, need real metrics for when it will end; Superintendent responds on 3 points, goal the same, measures may differ ...
• 1 things are fluid, there will be updates, 2 binex now (?) is an antigen test and a nasal swab. The committee vote on the handbook as discussed, moved and second, passes 7-0 #schcom0824
• Back to school report https://franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/status-update-8-20-21 #schcom0824 Hockomock League still working on the sports protocol Still active in hiring, job fair had 15 candidates appeared last night, getting close to closing in on staff for this year
• Info matters - Jumped back to new hiring list, clarification how and why, can they be supported by the budget! Yes, they are backfills for existing roles Policy to set meeting, with DESE guidance to be reviewed #schcom0824 thanks to those setting up to run for SchComm
• 8 hour course required for SchComm, apolitical role, separate from town, #schcom0824 Next meeting, district improvement plan, etc. Motion on 8/10 minutes, second, passes 6-0-1 (Jen abstains) Consent agenda, motion to accept, seconded, passes 7-0
• Motion to adjourn , passes 7-0 That's all for tonight, catch you next time! #schcom0824

 

Audio recording of meeting to be available in couple of days

 

Superintendent Ahern updating the SchComm without her mask at the request of one member who couldn't hear her with the mask

The Franklin DPW is looking for 2 candidates for their Heavy Motor Equipment Operator positions

The Franklin DPW is seeking candidates with a CDL license for the Heavy Motor Equipment Operator (HMEO) position. For more information regarding the two vacancies or to apply, please visit our website:   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/hmeo-external-posting-july142021.pdf

Shared from Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/931498886934582/posts/4429657217118714/

The Franklin DPW is hiring 2 for Heavy Motor Equipment Operator positions

SAFE Coalition is hiring

The SAFE Coalition is looking to hire a full time community outreach coordinator. 

Shared from Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/p/CRrFED0NUOe/

or Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/safecoalitionma/posts/2295089797287880

SAFE Coalition is hiring

Catching up to some National news

‘The Great Resignation’: June’s US jobs report hides unusual trend 

"The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on Friday (07/02/21) that the US economy added 850,000 jobs last month. Hidden by this encouraging figure is the hint of an unusual trend: people are beginning to quit their jobs in extraordinary numbers.

June’s numbers, in combination with last month’s figures, suggest that the economy is continuing to recover at a steady pace. The rate of unemployment was 5.9% and 9.5 million people remain unemployed."

Continue reading about this job report at The Guardian 

https://www.theguardian.com/business/2021/jul/03/us-jobs-report-june-trend

The battle for Mount Rushmore: ‘It should be turned into something like the Holocaust Museum’

"The national memorial draws nearly 3 million visitors a year – and Native Americans want the site back with a focus on oppression

Mount Rushmore national memorial draws nearly 3 million visitors a year to its remote location in South Dakota. They travel from all corners of the globe just to lay their eyes on what the National Park Service calls America’s “shrine of democracy”.

Phil Two Eagle is not opposed to the fact that the giant sculpture of American presidents is a major tourist attraction but he thinks the park should have a different focus: oppression.

“It should be turned into something like the United States Holocaust Museum,” he said. “The world needs to know what was done to us.”

Continue reading the article online (subscription maybe required)

https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2021/jul/03/mount-rushmore-south-dakota-indigenous-americans

The SAFE Coalition is hiring

The SAFE Coalition is looking to hire a part-time wellness advocate. For more information send an email to info@safecoaltion.org

Visit SAFE Coalition web page => https://www.safecoalitionma.org/home  

Shared from Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/725586407571568/posts/2253853111411549/

BFCCPS is hiring for the 2021-2022 school year

BFCCPS is a regional public charter school for students in Kindergarten through Grade Eight.  We are exited to announce that we're hiring for the 2021-2022 school year!

You may notice that several new positions are available as a result of the expansion of our Grade 7 class from 52 to 96 students next year!

You can learn more about the school's mission and history and see available openings on this page of our website.   http://bfccps.org/about/employment

Shared From the Charter School Facebook page

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1551606135109407/permalink/2910830272520313/

BFCCPS is hiring for the 2021-2022 school year

The Franklin Food Pantry is hiring a Client Services Coordinator

"Are you passionate about people and the community? The Franklin Food Pantry is looking for a Client Services Coordinator to join our team. Our vision is to build a community in which everyone in need has an improved quality of life through nutritious food and supportive resources. We are looking for a collaborative, team player who believes in our vision is adaptable and has a singular client focus.

Reporting to the Director of Strategic Initiatives, the Client Services Coordinator is responsible for providing outstanding service to our clients while leading a shift of volunteers during pantry operations. This position is the primary point of contact for all volunteers and clients at the Pantry and exemplifies a positive attitude at all times fostering a welcoming, supportive environment for clients, volunteers, donors and co-workers.

This is a part time, 20 hour per week position."

Shared from Facebook:    https://www.facebook.com/1219015755/posts/10226221870312729/

Direct link to Indeed to apply https://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=client%20services%20coordinator%20franklin%20food%20pantry&l=Franklin%2C%20MA&vjk=97a9ff36f8085198&fbclid=IwAR2dZBfr-9rbiWZUqKnoL_BuXPPbnSyMjdZlXkxghuelGRd0H6yf3tyDxK8

hiring a Client Services Coordinator

HMEA is hiring! Is there a position for you?

HMEA boasts a supportive and cooperative environment. Our employees demonstrate caring and compassion and share a common core of values. We celebrate diversity and encourage learning and professional growth. We offer comprehensive training and are committed to promoting from within. 

For more info about HMEA and to apply  https://www.hmea.org/careers/

 

HMEA is hiring! Is that a position for you?

Rhapsody’s Victorian Coffee House: Special Announcement

Special Announcement

 

The improved economic outlook is great news for everyone. Restaurants that have been closed are re-opening, therefore these restaurants will quickly need to come up to speed. I personally noticed hiring signage at almost every other restaurant in the area. It is my belief that the food and beverage industry is now suffering a labor shortage. Experienced chefs that have worked through the pandemic are now in extremely high demand. As a result, restaurants have enticed resilient chefs and experienced kitchen help away from their current jobs. 

 

Regrettably, Rhapsody’s is losing both our chefs and will be forced to close the kitchen for the time being, starting Thursday May 13th. However, Rhapsody’s Victorian Coffee House will remain open for coffee, tea, croissants, danishes, and muffins until we reconstitute another stellar team. This is anticipated to take some time as they have been phenomenal! We wish them both the best on their next endeavors. 

 

- Mike

 

Shared from Facebook:https://facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1196596740770673&id=263757654054591

Rhapsody’s Victorian Coffee House:  Special Announcement

Franklin Public Schools, MA: now hiring a Technology Support Technician

Franklin Public Schools, MA (@FranklinPSNews) tweeted on Wed, Mar 31, 2021:

The FPS/TOF Technology Department is seeking qualified candidates for the role of Technology Support Technician.  Learn more about the role, qualifications, and application process on School Spring here https://www.schoolspring.com/login.cfm

Shared from Twitter: https://twitter.com/FranklinPSNews/status/1377267608303587330

Franklin Public Schools, MA: now hiring a Technology Support Technician

Town of Franklin, MA: Job Opportunities - DPW, Deputy Town Clerk

Job Opportunities

To apply for a vacant position, please submit a resume and cover letter to apply@franklinma.gov.  Please put the job title in the subject line of your email.  

• Summer Jobs - Facilities and Department of Public Works https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/uploads/summer-jobs-posting-draft-march2021.pdf

• Part-Time Administrative Assistant - Department of Public Works  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/uploads/dpw-part-time-admin-job-posting-march242021_0.pdf

• Deputy Town Clerk  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/uploads/deputy-town-clerk-posting-march2021.pdf

• Heavy Motor Equipment Operator - Department of Public Works - updated February 2021   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/uploads/hmeo-external-posting-feb112021.docx.pdf

• Substitute Custodian - still available as of March 2021   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/uploads/sub.custodian-posting-jan2021.pdf

If you do not have a resume, you may send a completed Application for Employment instead.

To receive notifications of all job opportunities in the Town of Franklin, subscribe here .

Shared from https://www.franklinma.gov/human-resources/pages/job-opportunities

Town of Franklin, MA: Job Opportunities - DPW, Deputy Town Clerk

HMEA may have a position for you! Check out the virtual job fair Tuesday, Mar 23, 2021

HMEA Inc (@hmeatweets) tweeted on Sun, Mar 21, 2021:

If you want to make a difference in your work, here's your opportunity. We're looking to fill a variety of positions, including direct care staff, residential managers, and more. 

Email jobs@hmea.org to sign up for our first of three career fairs on Tuesday, March 23rd. https://t.co/wVs6hY4sLd

Shared from Twitter: https://twitter.com/hmeatweets/status/1373756324538941442

HMEA may have a position for you! Check out the virtual job fair Tuesday, Mar 23, 2021

Recap -Town Council meeting Mar 17, 2021 - opens with moment of silence remembering 42 lost to COVID-19

Quick Recap:

• opens with moment of silence remembering 42 lost to COVID-19 
• Citizens Comment: reminder on bricks for the Veterans Walkway purchased by April 1 will be installed for Memorial Day; announcement of a Franklin Area Non-profit Network beginning March 29
• Recognition of retirees from DPW and Police along with the swearing in of new Police and Fire personnel 
• First passage of fee for food trucks for private parties
• Bylaw proposal referred to Planning Board on removal of restrictions for space for tasting room
  

 

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As with most meetings in this pandemic period, I took my notes via Twitter during the meeting reporting in real-time via the virtual session.

 

Photos captured during the meeting and shared via Twitter can be found in one folder  https://photos.app.goo.gl/nFjW3RwqtrzycAGW7

 

The Twitter hashtag can be found online  #tc0317

https://twitter.com/search?q=%23tc0317&src=typeahead_click

• Getting ready for the town Council meeting #tc0317 https://franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/march-17-town-council-agenda Agenda doc has the connection info to view via cable, live stream or Zoom.
• Reminder on bricks for sale for the Veterans Walkway available for purchase by Apr 1, the cut off would be for brick to be installed this Memorial Day. #tc0317 I announced the kick off meeting for the Franklin Area Nonprofit Network on Mar 29 at 7 PM more info to come
• Citizen commenting against the stormwater fee but confusing it with the water and sewer enterprise funding process #tc0317 valid comments on any increase needs to be considered.
• Ciccone question and confusion around the stormwater, also confusing about what is where on the budget. Also confusing the capital vs operational budget spending. #tc0317 Motion on minutes from prior meeting, passes 9-0 via roll call
• Recognition of - David Allard - Retirement Recognition, Franklin DPW #tc0317
• Recognition of - Kevin Ryan - Retirement Recognition, Franklin Police Department #tc0317 served 44 years, under 5 chiefs Resolutions from House and Senate presented by Rep Roy
• Brief break to allow for movement of folks within the chambers Recognition of Detective John Maloney - Retirement Recognition, Franklin Police Department #tc0317
• Recognition of Kristopher Smith - Achievement Recognition, graduation from the Massachusetts Fire Academy #tc0317
• Swearing in of new officers for Police - (1) Rob Burchill - New Patrol Officer Ceremonial Swearing In & Badge Pinning, Police Department (2) Derek Tetrault - New Patrol Officer Ceremonial Swearing In & Badge Pinning, Police Department #tc0317 sworn in by town clerk N Danello
• Brian Armstrong - New Hire, Firefighter/Paramedic - Fire Dept Jeffrey Ward - New Hire, Firefighter/Paramedic - Fire Dept Kent Parsons - New Hire, Firefighter/Paramedic - Fire Dept Benjamin Angelo - New Hire, Firefighter/Paramedic - Fire Dept #tc0317
• The four firefighter/paramedics are starting Monday, being sworn in tonight. #tc0317 and pinned by family members
• Norfolk County Sheriff Patrick W. McDermot was rescheduled for a future meeting Subcommittee meetings for capital and budget being confirmed #tc0317
• Moving to legislation for action, temporary food truck event fee, https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/10a._food_trucks.pdf #tc0317 only vote needed for a new fee to help expand food trucks in Franklin, private property owners. Fact sheet in agenda doc motion to 2nd reading, second, passes 9-0 via roll call
• Motion to refer to Planning Board,  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/mai/files/21-872_tasting_room.pdf #tc0317 Change in requirements for tasting room for new establishments, does not apply to existing unless they come back to Planning Board. Passes 9-0 via roll call
• Town Admin report congratulations to cultural District for first state grant, housing grant received for affordable housing, chapter 90 allotment just under $1M, thanks to legislative delegation for keeping local aid coming, Gov Baker apparently to move to Phase 4 #tc0317
• #tc0317 Sr coffee hour at 8:30 AM, police reform discussion coming 3/24 at 7 PM, need to recognize and note hate crimes Homeless forum on 3/25 Congrats to retirees and new hires Lost 42 Franklinites to COVID Recognition of access to police hiring, not full pool of candidates
• #tc0317 #talkfranklinfirst gift cards sold over $42k so far, money to stay here. Thanks to Anne Marie for her efforts on the gift cards Historical Museum open, looking for volunteers. Sundays 1-4pm. thanks to the library for their efficiency during the closed period
• #tc0317 stay safe, be careful. We're not done yet, SAFE is very busy, help someone, reach out. Condolences to those who lost any one to this pandemic. Don't forget to do what we need to do, masks, social distance... Happy st patrick's
• Motion to enter executive session, not to return to open meeting 9-0 via roll call That's all for tonight, catch you next time #tc0317 

 

Chief Lynch checking the inscription on the plaque

Strive Ninja Warriors now hiring - "Kids Fitness Coach"

"Do you love fitness? 

Enjoy rock climbing? 

Are you a former gymnast or kids coach? Perhaps you love obstacle course racing? 

 

If you said YES to any of these questions, you would be a perfect candidate for a part-time coaching opportunity right here in Franklin, at Strive Ninja Fitness! Please find job listing below for more information. 

 

Feel free to reach out to Jenna Gedman with any questions: Jenna@StriveNinja.com. Thanks, Franklin!"

https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c8b0d50a2fe42f3c&from=mobhp_jobfeed&from=mobRdr&tk=1eu90sekgn55b800&utm_source=%2Fm%2F&utm_medium=redir&utm_campaign=dt

Strive Ninja Warriors hiring - "Kids Fitness Coach"

HMEA is hiring Direct Support staff for its Residential Division

Looking for a rewarding job? HMEA is currently hiring Direct Support staff for its Residential division in the Franklin Area

Full & part time available, visit www.hmea.org  or email a resume to jobs@hmea.org for more information 

 

What is Horace Mann Educational Associates (HMEA)? Listen to the interview with HMEA President Michael Moloney. We talk about

• How HMEA is adapting their service delivery to the pandemic
• What services they provide to more than 4,000 people in over 100 communities
• How Cloud 4 Causes is helping non-profits with their technology needs

Listen here:

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2020/06/fm-282-hmea-president-michael-moloney.html

 

HMEA is hiring Direct Support staff for its Residential Division

 

Franklin, MA: Job Opportunities for Finance, DPW, and Police

Job Opportunities

To apply for a vacant position, please submit a resume and cover letter to apply@franklinma.gov.  Please put the job title in the subject line of your email.  

Purchasing Agent - Finance Department   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/uploads/purchasing-agent-job-posting-nov242020.pdf

Heavy Motor Equipment Operator - Department of Public Works  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/uploads/dpw-hmeo-posting-nov242020.pdf

Executive Assistant - Police Department   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/uploads/executive-assistant-police-jobposting-nov2020.pdf

Recycling Center Laborer - Department of Public Works   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/uploads/recycling-center-laborer-posting-august172020.pdf

Substitute Custodian   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/uploads/sub.custodian-posting-july272020.pdf

If you do not have a resume, you may send a completed Application for Employment instead.  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/uploads/application_for_employment_-_town_of_franklin.pdf

Franklin, MA:: Job Opportunities for Finance, DPW, and Police

MassHire Statewide Virtual Job Fair - November 10

The MassHire Department of Career Services Veterans Program and the MassHire Career Center System cordially invite you to our Statewide Virtual Job Fair on Tuesday, November 10, 2020.

Event Hours

9am to 10am (Veterans only)
10am to 2pm (General Public)

Explore job openings & chat with over 100 Employers! Including:

•     MBTA
•     Raytheon
•     Amazon
•     Boston College
•     V.A.
•     The Kraft Group
•     Catania Oils
•     Executive Office of Health and Human Services
•     Mass Bay Brewing Company
•     And Many More...

Job Fair Preparation

  -  You must register on MassHire JobQuest to obtain a Job Seeker ID which is needed to register for the job fair.
 -   You will also need a resume (PDF format) to register. If you need help with your resume please contact your local MassHire Career Center
  -  To register for the job fair go to https://portal.premiervirtual.com/event/register-jobseeker/2480-masshire-veterans-fair.

If you need any additional information please contact your local MassHire Career Center

MassHire Statewide Virtual Job Fair - November 10

 

School Committee Meeting - Recap of Sep 22, 2020

Summary:

• The Superintendent's Report was detailed and covered a whole host of areas around the re-opening of schools, issues with bandwidth, equity of materials and class sizes, acknowledgement of communications issues, etc. See the Twitter thread for details.
• An overview on the hiring practices was provided and the 'comprehensive' personnel report was lacking in that it did not fully account for the 104 (or 103) notifications. This is really an elementary level math problem and it is disappointing not to get a resolution (yet).
• Resources attempted to being into the system (additional counselors, digital learning specialists, curriculum personnel...) have had their needs raised due to the requirements of delivery education in this pandemic period (hybrid or remote).
  
• A preview of the District Improvement Plan and goals for this year, including an update on prior year accomplishments was provided. Approval of the goals is up for vote at next meeting.
• The Community Relations Subcommittee will met again (their absence could have helped with the above communication issues). The Facility Analysis Subcommittee has a meeting Sep 30 to pick up where they suspended work during the summer. The Policy subcommittee has been busy. The Budget Subcommittee will be scheduling a meeting.
• The meeting was to go to executive session and return but given the uncertainty for when they would return, I left the meeting when they entered executive session.
  

As with most meetings in this pandemic period, I took my notes via Twitter during the meeting reporting in real-time via the virtual session.
 
The Twitter hashtag can be found online #SchCom0922
https://twitter.com/search?q=%23schcom0922&src=typeahead_click

• Real time reporting underway for the #Schcom0922 meeting. (They should wait a minute once allowing entrance to Zoom before starting)
• Moving to superintendent's report: update on reopening, ongoing support for PD, metrics, transition to hybrid, update on chromebook, etc. #schcom0922
• See text of report on #schcom0922 page when posted Weds AM (will share link when available. Meeting being broadcast via zoom (link in agenda doc), Verizon/Comcast and Town of Franklin live stream (http://FranklinMA.gov)
• Another Professional development day scheduled for Friday per calendar https://franklinps.net/district/about-us/pages/school-calendars #schcom0922 COVID metrics slightly higher for Franklin over last several weeks still in good stage, hybrid a go so far
• Still looking to accelerate the hybrid date for FHS (is currently end of first Q marking period) #schcom0922 4,000 chromebooks and germicidal implementation benefit the schools from COVID funding coordinated with Town
• Grant used to support technology integrationist along with others (see the personnel update for details) #schcom0922 https://franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/personnel-update. (will spend more time on this report later in meeting)
• Apologies for info flow to families on virtual academy, not what she would have preferred, hybrid has been a challenge to plan for. Has been working hard on the virtual program, with separate staffing model. #schcom0922 still coding students into the learning system
• Supplies pickup scheduled for next week for virtual academy, more details coming; some chromebooks coming next week, more in Oct. Details to be provided, tech dept working on issues. Internet bandwidth has supported this far, researching minor issues here/there #schcom0922
• Demand on video driving the issues, closing in on a solution. #schcom0922 digital integrationist holding events for families on remote learning. There are families without internet, hard to quantify, can provide access.
• FHS sports won the Boston Globe Dalton award 2nd year in a row. (Shared on FM previously) #schcom0922 Req to bring in example of enhanced learning being used to meeting. Req to teachers principals re: lingering issues SchCom should know pls be specific
• Discussion on teachers supporting both in person students and online (remote) students; looking for monitors and ESPs for assistance in this manner. #schcom0922 sounds like teachers need to be like a circus ring master keeping students engaged in person and remote at same time
• Talk about how to apply and address SEL in this environment. #schcom0922 SEL Committee will also be spending time on this as they get started this school year. Q - Hearing things being worked on during taskforce but not being used now? May reconnect with members of task force
• So much work to be done, maybe it feels like too much work to be done. Difference in and among the 6 elementary schools and now the 7th with the virtual academy. Curious on the differences and why? Not to resolve now, but need to be addressed. #schcom0922
• Material difference, class size difference between hybrid and virtual, will virtual be separated in line item budget? #schcom0922 is the equivalence among the students and schools including virtual? What is special ed alignment for virtual vs. hybrid?
• #schcom0922 central office does spend time on where to be consistent vs local i.e. individual school direction. It is a tension and discussed. Work last year on consistency did get halted due to pandemic. Resources are being looked at, building principals can supplement
• Hybrid does become challenging because you have two cohorts and the high needs students. Virtual is not to be separate reporting, per DESE requirements. Virtual will participate with building teachers for consistency and also among virtual #schcom0922
• Are tracking expense for virtual separately and will allocate back to each school they came from for end of year reporting #schcom0922 helpful to NOT think of virtual as a 7th, communications still the issue that rears its head, difference creates confusion
• Bergen: it is a learning curve, an enormous one, always adjusting, it goes across all levels. Q's first line is to principal, SchCom is not to get into day-to-day issues. #schcom0922 understand the respect and complexity of what we're doing
• What we have asked for before in budget and couldn't get; these are still needed even more so today: curriculum consistency, digital learning integrationist... Look at all the awards across, DECA, Mock trial, music, we have a lot to be proud of #schcom0922
• Lisa Trainor, HR for schools is present to get into the details on the personnel report. https://franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/personnel-update #schcom0922 usually a hiring season in spring, onboard in summer and we go in September, some adjustments during but not the scale we see now
• In competition with other districts for a variety of staff to help now. #schcom0922 start with hiring process. Respect and experience of candidates whether hired or not is key for process. Interview team for teachers and some positions. Lesson planning, reference checks
• #schcom0922 a rigorous process to ensure a right fit. Usually a large pool to draw from, this time around smaller choices. 6 resignations due to non renewal where they went elsewhere before could recall. Accommodations made where possible.
• Page 2 of memo outlines budget process positions, #schcom0922 increase in counseling at Parmenter due to partner not participating this time due to pandemic but services still needed. Page 3 pandemic positions building subs was six, up to ten today
• More updates on lifelong learning coming in future meetings. 104 notices given. 87 returned. (#s still not adding up) Milford Daily News reporter talked to Superintendent today resulting in article updated late today #schcom0922 chap 70 funding related insights helped
• Unsung heroes all over Central Office, #schcom0922 21.6 open positions includes all. Principal at Keller was teaching art (and doing it well) LPNs needed. Q on long term sub vs. new teachers. Teachers on salary schedule, mentor works with staff usually but assigned to subs too
• Moving to District Improvement goals #schcom0922 https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/dip_outcomes_and_preview_2020-2021.pdf
• DESE pilot interrupted per pandemic. #schcom0922 vaping focus for substance abuse taskforce via grants, support for staff and families for SEL will be focus this year building upon work started last year.
• Working to create a feeling of safety when approaching the building. SEL team did continue through the school closure to meet virtually and work on the "I can" statements #schcom0922 data from summer surveys to be incorporated in work
• Principal to do building based survey to get input from teachers and staff, #schcom0922 resources from health care/plans made available as well. This is a preview of the DIP goals, to be voted at a future meeting.
• Expanding with SAFE Coalition per local funding for counseling, portrait of a graduate coming this fall. #schcom0922 Ron Taylor mentioned in regards to tweet thread about expectations
• #schcom0922 assessment of skills and address accordingly, leverage portrait to build curriculum, https://franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/district-improvement-goals MAPLE one item to come off list as one to take off plate (from earlier meeting)
• Identify support for academic enrichment, instructional practices for hybrid and digital environment #schcom0922
• Q on homework program that had been cancelled, when? Special consideration for homework during remote, work would shift and trying to distinguish independent work vs work outside if school day #schcom0922 increase awareness of bias in materials for example
• Awareness of bias is also work being done in some of the curriculum studies; Q on transition back to FHS and middle school; screening would be building based #schcom0922
• Priority to build relationships over curriculum with students, Community spirit among staff, #schcom0922
• Moving to discuss/action items https://franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/policy-1st-reads #schcom0922 first based on MASC with progressive consequences; also MA general law re: idling in a vehicle in or around a school building - motion to move to 2nd reading, second, passes 6-0 (1 absent Pfeffer)
• #schcom0922 MASC delegate appointment for Denise Spencer https://franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/disc-b-masc Moved, second, passes 6-0 (1 absent)
• Budget Subcommittee coming next week TBD, MASC 10 resolutions to be scheduled for review over the two Oct meetings before the conf in November, FEF fund raiser at La Cantina 9/30, Community relations TBD, facilities mtg scheduled 9/30 #schcom0922
• #schcom0922 joint PCC met recently, Judy did attend will have notes next time, looking at PCC resources, officers, etc. Event planning underway for social and racial justice, TBD. Y gave out 175K food packs, 3K to Franklin
• Consent agenda up Motion to approve, second, passes 6-0 (1 absent) Motion to go to executive session to return to open meeting #schcom0922 passes 6-0 (1 absent)
• That will be all for me for this tonight, catch you next time #schcom0922

The agenda for the meeting can be found

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2020/09/franklin-ma-school-committee-agenda-sep_20.html

 

The written version of the Superintendent's report was added to the meeting packet folder https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/news/superintendents_report_to_school_committee_september_22_2020.pdf

 

Additional photos from the meeting and used with Twitter posts are available here

https://photos.app.goo.gl/Ro64oXgTo4fpUdo1A

 

Superintendent Sara Ahern making a point during meeting 9/22/20