School Committee hears update from Lifelong Community Learning (audio)

FM #898 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 898 in the series. 

This session shares the Franklin, MA School Committee meeting held on Tuesday, Dec 13, 2022. The meeting was conducted in the Council Chambers with four members present (enough for a quorum). The other three members were participating in the Annie Sullivan Middle School Concert. 

School Committee member David McNeill opens the meeting at 7:00 PM. 

Key item on the agenda

Lifelong Community learning presentation

The show notes contain a link to the full agenda and to my notes & photos captured via Twitter during the meeting. 

The recording runs about forty six minutes, so let’s listen to the Franklin School Committee on Dec 13, 2022.

Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-898-franklin-ma-school-cmte-mtg-12-13-22

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

The agenda for this meeting can be found

https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/scagenda_12-13-22.pdf 

 

The Packet folder contains the documents released for this meeting.

https://www.franklinps.net/district/school-committee/pages/december-13-2022-school-committee-meeting-packet 

 

My notes captured via Twitter and compiled into one PDF doc ->

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XQ4j36dNRTg-CXaFwbmnL4lmvLeA9cx0/view?usp=share_link 

 

YouTube video link for this meeting ->  https://youtu.be/6aX2tIRPLEE 

Photos from the meeting (mostly screen shots of the presentation not yet posted to the packet folder)  https://photos.app.goo.gl/cYXTYd91pnScy869A 

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School Committee hears update from Lifelong Community Learning

Lifelong Community Learning: Winter/Spring 2023 Art Classes Starting Soon

Watercolor, Acrylics, And Pottery For Your Creative Senses

‌ Lifelong Community Learning Join a supportive community of fellow artists and artisans while developing and improving your skills. All classes are held at Franklin High School REGISTER NOW Watercolor PLUS 10 week class - $120 Find your 'me' time and immerse yourself in your own creations! Beginning watercolorists will learn the basics while more experienced watercolorists can enhance their skill and style at their level of watercolor. Beginning Monday, January 9 The Art of Acrylic Painting Adult & Teens - Gr. 9-12 10 week class - $120 Whether you are just starting to paint or are looking to continue to develop your painting skills, this class is for you. In this class we will teach basic techniques as well as explore color and texture and how they come together. We will show you how to find your own artistic style and to be more confident in color choices. Beginning Wednesday, January 11 Hand Built Pottery Two-Night Workshop - $65 Always wanted to try pottery, but couldn't find the time? Here's your chance! Spend two evenings molding and glazing clay into unique ceramic creations using hands-on techniques. NOTE: Fee includes materials, glazing and kiln fee. Tuesday, April 4 & Tuesday, April 25 For more class options & additional details visit: www.FranklinLifelongLearning.com Find us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter

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Reminder: Franklin School Committee meeting Tuesday, Dec 13, 2022 - 7 PM

Franklin School Committee 

December 13, 2022 - 7:00 PM

Municipal Building – Council Chambers 

Among the key items on the agenda is a presentation on the Lifelong Community Learning program.

The agenda doc and remote participation info ->    https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/agendas/scagenda_12-13-22.pdf

The meeting packet folder with docs released for this meeting (although not always available before the meeting)

https://www.franklinps.net/district/school-committee/pages/december-13-2022-school-committee-meeting-packet

Reminder: Franklin School Committee meeting Tuesday, Dec 13, 2022 - 7 PM

Franklin, MA: School Committee Meeting Dec 13, 2022 - Agenda

Franklin School Committee 

December 13, 2022 - 7:00 PM

Municipal Building – Council Chambers 

Call to Order Mr. McNeil

Pledge of Allegiance 

Moment of Silence

I. Routine Business

A. Review of Agenda

B. Payment of Bills

C. Payroll

D. FHS Student Representative Comments

E. Superintendent’s Report

II. Guests/Presentations

A. Lifelong Learning Presentation - Patricia Gay, Director LLI

III. Discussion/Action Items

A. Policy 2nd Reading / Adoption

I recommend Adoption of the following policies as discussed:

● KF-E3 - Facilities Fee Schedule

● JLCCD - Managing Life-Threatening Food Allergies in the Education Setting

● JLCCD-E - Protocol & Guidelines for Management of Life-Threatening Food Allergies in FPS

IV. Discussion Only Items

A. ACCEPT Annual Report

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 you November 22, 2022 School Committee meeting as detailed.

B. Scholarships

I recommend acceptance of two checks totaling $1,250.00 for FHS Scholarships as follows:

a. $1,000.00 Roberta Trahan

b. $250.00  Sean Jobin

C. FHS Gifts

I recommend acceptance of 2 checks totaling $1,170.85 as follows:

a. $1,000.00 for Student Activity Account - In house Enrichment from FEF & General Dynamics

b. $170.85 - Supplemental Supplies - from Ohiopyle

D. Executive Session Minutes

I recommend approval of the Executive Session Minutes from the November 22, 2022 School Committee Meeting as detailed.

E. New Club: National Art Honor Society

I recommend approval of the request of Amy Edson to create the new club: National Art Honor Society as detailed.

 

VII. Citizen’s Comments

VIII. New Business

To discuss any future agenda items

IX. Adjournment

The agenda doc and remote participation info ->    https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/agendas/scagenda_12-13-22.pdf

The meeting packet folder with docs released for this meeting (although not always available before the meeting)

https://www.franklinps.net/district/school-committee/pages/december-13-2022-school-committee-meeting-packet

Franklin, MA: School Committee Meeting Dec 13, 2022 - Agenda

Winter/Spring Registration is OPEN at Lifelong Community Learning

Looking Forward To Seeing You Soon

Lifelong Community Learning Winter/Spring Registration is OPEN Lifelong Community Learning View our exciting offerings & REGISTER! Hope you can join us! For additional details visit: www.FranklinLifelongLearning.com Find us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter

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NEW American Sign Language Class Coming Soon

Starting November 28. Register Now

NEW Language Class Starting In Late November Don't Miss Out REGISTER TODAY For additional details visit: www.FranklinLifelongLearning.com

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Lifelong Community Learning: Winter/Spring Registration Opens Dec 1, 2022

Registration for Winter/Springs classes will open at Lifelong Community Learning on December 1. We hope you can join us. There’s a lot going on.

Lifelong Learning is the community education branch of Franklin Public Schools, and provides educational experiences for Franklin residents, and those from surrounding towns, from elementary school through retirement.

Adult participants can choose from a very interesting variety of options this winter and spring, including Arts & Crafts, Lifestyle & Culture, Exercise & Wellness, Team Sports, Workshops & Special Events, and Online Learning. Some of the exercise and sports choices are Badminton and Badminton for Teens, LaBlast Dance Fitness, Tai Chi, Qigong, Yoga, Volleyball, and Ladies Hiking.  New this year: Basketball for Men Over 45 along with much more.      

If you are looking for language options, once again we have Beginner Spanish for adults, American Sign Language (ASL), and English as a Second Language (ESL) both for adults.

For children, Lifelong Community Learning’s ever popular Kids’ Corner program is once again offering Kids’ Cooking classes. In these 1-hour classes, students will gain kitchen skills like searing, sautéing, folding, and more. They will create 1 -2 dishes per week depending on complexity and timing. You will want to check this out, there is so much more to see and do at Kids’ Corner. It’s where fun and learning meet after school.

Visit www.FranklinLifelongLearning.com for full course details and to register.  You may also call Lifelong Community Learning at 508-613-1480.

Lifelong Community Learning: Winter/Spring Registration Opens Dec 1, 2022

Lifelong Community Learning: Reminder - Basketball For Women, register now for Nov 22 start

Starting Soon. Register Now

REGISTER PRINT FLYER For additional details visit: www.FranklinLifelongLearning.com Find us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter

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