Showing posts with label policy. Show all posts
Showing posts with label policy. Show all posts

Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Newly elected Franklin School Committee reorganizes, Callaghan as Chair, McNeill as Vice-Chair (video)

The newly elected Franklin (MA) School Committee met for the first time on Tuesday, Nov 14, 2023 and reorganized. 

Superintendent Lucas Giguere opened the meeting and after soliciting nominations for the Chair, conducted the vote to confirm Dave Callaghan as the new Chair. Superintendent then turned the meeting gavel over to Chair Callaghan.

The Chair solicited nominations for a Vice-Chair and conducted the vote to confirm Dave McNeill.  No musical chairs tonight, they'll remain as seated for this session.

The committee was sworn in by Franklin's Town Clerk Nancy Danello when they had gathered but just before the meeting began.

Brief recap:
  • Superintendent's report; full PD day on Nov 7. 56 students by this week expected across all levels; $104/day per student enrolled from the hotel environment. Coordinating with Town and local resources, inclement weather may have an impact as the season progresses, update coming
  • Migrant is not a good term, new arrival is the better term to be used as there are a variety of statuses within the population
  • FHS update from Principal Hanna and 2 other assistants, slides being captured via pix which will be shared in one album. "Engagement is all the same as in Disney" "There are moments when things aren't perfect, that is a public high school with 1600 students; the majority of the students are behaving and performing well"
  • The album with the photos captured of the presentation  https://photos.app.goo.gl/Epjj1EDBSFk8X4cT8



(L to R) Dr Paul Griffin, Dave McNeill, All Charles, Dave Callaghan, Erin Ford Gallagher, Ruthann O'Sullivan, KP Sompally
(L - R) Dr Paul Griffin, Dave McNeill, All Charles, Dave Callaghan, Erin Ford Gallagher, Ruthann O'Sullivan, KP Sompally


Saturday, November 11, 2023

Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda for Nov 14, 2023 meeting

Franklin School Committee
November 14, 2023 7:00 PM
Municipal Building – Council Chambers


Call to Order            Mr. Giguere

Organizational Meeting
  • Election of Chair
  • Election of Vice Chair
Pledge of Allegiance
Moment of Silence

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

II. Guests/Presentations
A. FHS Highlights

III. Discussion/Action Items
A. Policy 2nd Reading/Adoption
I recommend adoption of the following policies as discussed:
HA – Negotiations Goals
HB – Negotiations Legal Status
HF – SC Negotiating Agents  
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/discussion_action_a_-_policy_2nd_read-adoption_3.pdf
B. Boys Varsity Lacrosse Trip
I recommend approval of the request of Lou Verrochi, Chris Baker & Kevin McCarthy to take the Boys Varsity Lacrosse Team to Long Island, NY on April 15-17, 2024 to participate in 3 Lacrosse Games as detailed.  
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/discussion_action_b_-_lacrosse_trip.pdf
IV. Discussion Only Items

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 of the October 24, 2023 meeting as detailed.
B. Parmenter Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $3571.70 from the Parmenter PCC for field trips as detailed.
C. Music Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $1640.00 from Music Parents for in-house enrichment as detailed.
D. Keller Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $3499.10 from the Keller PCC for field trips as detailed.

VII. Good of the Order

VIII. Citizen’s Comments

IX. New Business
To discuss any future agenda items

X. Adjournment


The meeting packet folder can be found ->

Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda for Nov 14, 2023 meeting
Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda for Nov 14, 2023 meeting

Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Franklin School Cmte: Policy Subcommittee Mtg - Oct 18 at 6 PM

FRANKLIN SCHOOL COMMITTEE
Policy Subcommittee Meeting
DATE: 10/18/2023 TIME: 6:00 – 7:00 PM


A G E N D A
“The listing of matters are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may be discussed at the meeting. Not all items listed may, in fact, be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law.”

I. Attendance -

II. Distribution of Approved Policies
A. None

III. Discussion of Policies sent to School Committee
A. None

IV. Policy Revisions & New Policies - New Discussion Item
A. Review MASC Updated Policies - Policy Updates
B. HA - Negotiation Goals (MASC)
C. HB - Negotiations Legal Status (MASC)
D. HF - School Committee Negotiating Agents (MASC)
E. Continued Review of Policy Manual

Franklin School Cmte: Policy Subcommittee Mtg - Oct 18 at 6 PM
Franklin School Cmte: Policy Subcommittee Mtg - Oct 18 at 6 PM

Saturday, September 16, 2023

Franklin School Cmte: Policy Subcommittee agenda for Sep 20 meeting at 6 PM

FRANKLIN SCHOOL COMMITTEE
Policy Subcommittee Meeting
DATE: 9/20/2023 TIME: 6:00 – 7:00 PM


A G E N D A
“The listing of matters are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may be discussed at the meeting. Not all items listed may, in fact, be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law.”
I. Attendance 

II. Distribution of Approved Policies
A. None
III. Discussion of Policies sent to School Committee
A. None
IV. Policy Revisions & New Policies - New Discussion Item
A. Review MASC Updated Policies
B. EFD - Meal Charge Policy
C. EFD-R - Meal Charge Policy & Procedures
D. Continued Review of Policy Manual

Franklin School Cmte: Policy Subcommittee agenda for Sep 20 meeting at 6 PM
Franklin School Cmte: Policy Subcommittee agenda for Sep 20 meeting at 6 PM

Tuesday, April 11, 2023

FPS: Policy Subcommittee Meeting - April 12, 2023 - 6 PM

Franklin (MA) School Committee
Policy Subcommittee Meeting
DATE: 4/12/2023 TIME: 6:00 – 7:30 pm


I. Attendance -
II. Distribution of Approved Policies
A. JEB - Entrance Age (was JEA) pending SC approval on 4/11/23
B. JCAC - Assignment of students from other school districts or homeschooling pending SC
approval on 4/11/23
III. Discussion of Policies sent to School Committee
A. None
IV. Policy Revisions & New Policies - New Discussion Item
A. Review MASC Updated Policies
B. EFD - Meal Charge Policy
C. EFD-R - Meal Charge Policy & Procedures
D. JEA-E - Entrance Age Exhibit
E. Continued Review of Policy Manual


FPS: Policy Subcommittee Meeting - April 12, 2023 - 6 PM
FPS: Policy Subcommittee Meeting - April 12, 2023 - 6 PM

Tuesday, March 21, 2023

FPS: Policy Subcommittee Meeting - Mar 22 at 6 PM

FRANKLIN SCHOOL COMMITTEE
Policy Subcommittee Meeting
DATE: 3/22/2023 TIME: 6:00 – 7:30 PM

A G E N D A
“The listing of matters are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may be discussed at the meeting. Not all items listed may, in fact, be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law.”
I. Attendance -

II. Distribution of Approved Policies
A. EBB - Student Transportation Policy
B. IE - Organization of Instruction
C. IGA - Curriculum Development
D. IGB - Student Services Programs
E. IGBH - Alternative Programs
F. IGD -Curriculum Adoption

III. Discussion of Policies sent to School Committee
A. IJNDB - Internet - Terms and Conditions of Use

IV. Policy Revisions & New Policies - New Discussion Item
B. JEA - Entrance Age (JCAC - Assignment of students from other school districts or homeschooling - Acton/Boxboro Policy)  https://www.franklinps.net/district/school-committee-policy-manual/pages/jea-entrance-age
C. School Registration - Town Census discussion


The agenda doc also contains remote participation info ->  https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/agendas/3_22_23_policy_subcom_agenda_.pdf 

FPS: Policy Subcommittee Meeting - Mar 22 at 6 PM
FPS: Policy Subcommittee Meeting - Mar 22 at 6 PM

 

Tuesday, February 7, 2023

Franklin Public Schools: Policy Subcommittee Meeting - Feb 8, 2023 - 6:00 PM

Policy Subcommittee Meeting

DATE: 2/8/2023 TIME: 6:00 – 7:30 pm
Location: 3rd Floor Municipal Building – Training Room


A G E N D A
“The listing of matters are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may be discussed at the meeting. Not all items listed may, in fact, be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law.” 

I. Attendance -

II. Distribution of Approved Policies
A. IA - Instructional Goals
B. IB - Academic Freedom
C. IC - School Year School Calendar

III. Discussion of Policies sent to School Committee
A. EBB - Student Transportation Policy - First Read 2/14
B. IE - Organization of Instruction - First Read 2/14

IV. Policy Revisions & New Policies - New Discussion Item
A. IGA - Curriculum Development
B. IGAA - Curriculum Goals
C. IGB - Student Services Programs
D. IGBH - Alternative Programs
E. Continued Review of I Policies
The agenda doc contains remote connection info -> 
Franklin Public Schools: Policy Sub Committee Meeting - Feb 8, 2023 - 6:00 PM
Franklin Public Schools: Policy Sub Committee Meeting - Feb 8, 2023 - 6:00 PM


Thursday, January 26, 2023

Franklin School Committee reviews FHS program of studies & approved Westboro for membership to the Accept Collaborative (audio)

FM #924 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 924 in the series. 

This session shares the Franklin, MA School Committee meeting held on Tuesday, January 24, 2023. The meeting was conducted in the Council Chambers with six members present and one member (M Whitmore) remote. Hence all votes were via roll call.


School Committee Chair Denise Spencer opens the meeting at 7:00 PM. 


Key items on the agenda

  • Update from Supt Giguere on the Inclement Weather Policy, now that we have had some weather to deal with, a reminder on the process, how it is coordinated with DPW, Police and Fire. Additional details posted on FPS page (see link below)

  • FHS Program of Studies - Principal Josh Hanna presented an update on the program highlighting some changes to add courses, and answered questions from the School Committee. He acknowledged as he began that this was the results of a whole team of effort, many of whom were out and about tonight with student activities. The PDF of my notes captures screen presentation pages. The presentation doc should get posted soon to the meeting folder so you can find additional details

  • Accept Collaborative presentation - E Stokes recused herself from this portion of the meeting to avoid a conflict of interest. The presentation provided an overview of the services and work among the collaborative to support the needs of the students in the district. This was all in advance of a discussion and vote by the Committee to approve the application of Westborough into the Collaborative (each member needs to do so, it was mentioned this is the first of a few). The Committee voted unanimously (6-0-1; 6 for, 0 no, 1 - recuse)

  • Proposed school committee meeting calendar and Accept Collaborative report were among the items for discussion only

  • The Committee did enter Executive Session not to return to open meeting


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 1 hour and 40 minutes, so let’s listen to the Franklin School Committee on January 24, 2023. Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-924-town-of-franklin-ma-school-cmte-mtg-01-24-23



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


Inclement weather page -> https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/weather_2022_2.pdf 


Video link -> https://youtu.be/6f53S5iyXpU 


The agenda doc contains info on remote participation -> https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/scagenda_1-24-23.pdf 


All the documents released for this meeting (some after the meeting) can be found in one folder -> https://www.franklinps.net/district/school-committee/pages/january-24-2023-school-committee-meeting-packet


My Twitter notes are here in one PDF file ->  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pWMoZmkmt2nkhBczlP0QYMBbBVPrew5d/view?usp=share_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


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FHS Principal Josh Hanna
FHS Principal Josh Hanna

Tuesday, January 24, 2023

FPS: School Committee - Policy Subcommittee Meeting - Jan 25, 2023 - 6 PM

 FRANKLIN SCHOOL COMMITTEE
Policy Subcommittee Meeting
DATE: 1/25/2023 TIME: 6:00 – 7:30 PM 

Location: 3rd Floor Municipal Building – Training Room

A G E N D A
“The listing of matters are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may be discussed at the meeting. Not all items listed may, in fact, be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law.”

I. Distribution of Approved Policies
A. JLCD - Administering Medicines to Students
B. JLCD-1 - Anaphylaxis Procedure
C. EBCD - Emergency Closings
D. GBI - Political Activities of Staff

II. Discussion of Policies sent to School Committee
A. None

III. Policy Revisions & New Policies - New Discussion Item
A. IA - Instructional Goals
B. IB - Academic Freedom
C. IC - School Year School Calendar
D. IE - Organization of Instruction
E. IGA - Curriculum Development
F. IGAA - Curriculum Goals
G. IGB - Student Services Programs
H. IGBH - Alternative Programs

I. Continued Review of Policies


FPS: School Committee - Policy Subcommittee Meeting - Jan 25, 2023 - 6 PM
FPS: School Committee - Policy Subcommittee Meeting - Jan 25, 2023 - 6 PM

Saturday, January 21, 2023

Franklin, MA: School Committee Agenda - January 24, 2023

Franklin School Committee 
January 24, 2023 - 7:00 PM
Municipal Building – Council Chambers 

Call to Order Ms. Spencer
Pledge of Allegiance 
Moment of Silence

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

II. Guests/Presentations
A. FHS Program of Studies Update - Josh Hanna

III. Discussion/Action Items
A. Policy Second Reading / Adoption
I recommend adoption of the following policies as discussed:
1. JLCD - Administering Medicines to Students
2. JLCD-1 - Anaphylaxis Procedure
3. EBCD - Emergency Closings
4. GBI - Political Activities of Staff
B. Westborough’s request to join ACCEPT Collaborative
I recommend approval of the Westborough Public School district to join ACCEPT Collaborative as discussed.
IV. Discussion Only Items
A. 2023-2024 School Committee Meeting Schedule - DRAFT
B. ACCEPT Collaborative Quarterly 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 the January 10, 2023 School Committee Meeting as detailed.
B. Transfers
I recommend approval of the budget transfers as detailed.
C. FHS Trip to Greece
I recommend approval of the request of Ms. Cullinan & Ms. Reilly to take FHS students to Greece from April 11 - 20, 2024 as presented at the 1/10/23 School Committee Meeting.
D. JFK Recurring Field Trip
I recommend approval of the request of the JFK Gr 2 Team to take JFK 2nd Graders to Roger Williams Park Zoo, Providence, RI on June 2, 2023 as detailed.
E. RMS Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $1503.36 from Lifetouch/Shutterfly LLC for in-house enrichment at RMS as detailed.
F. Music Gift
I recommend acceptance of two checks totaling $5,964.00 from Music Parents for in-house enrichment as detailed.
G. New Math NHS Club
I recommend approval of the request of Jennifer Santosuosso to create a new Math National Honor Society Club as detailed.

VII. Citizen’s Comments

VIII. New Business
To discuss any future agenda items

IX. Executive Session
a. Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the Van Drivers, Cafeteria, ESP/LPN and Secretaries units as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the School Committee and the chair so declares.
X. Adjournment

The agenda doc includes remote participation info ->

The packet folder containing all the docs released for the meeting (and those that will be released after the meeting) ->

Franklin, MA: School Committee Agenda for Meeting Jan 24, 2023
Franklin, MA: School Committee Agenda for Meeting Jan 24, 2023

Sunday, December 11, 2022

CommonWealth Magazine: "Old laws, like Prop 2 1/2, need to adapt to times"

"I’VE BEEN STRUGGLING to find the right metaphor for our current economic situation. After the great recession of 2007-2009, my go-to was a staircase: the recession had knocked us down a flight of stairs and it took us a decade to climb back up.

But that won’t do today. If COVID knocked us down the stairs, our response was to leap–like some superhero–up and out of the building. Only afterwards did we realize we don’t know how to land.

Or how’s this analogy…to avoid a dangerous tangle on the highway, we successfully accelerated around it–only to discover that our brakes aren’t working well.

You get the point. For the first time in decades, the problem with the US economy is that it’s running too hot, with plentiful job opportunities driving unsustainable wage growth and consumer demand keeping inflation above healthy levels.

Fixing all this is mostly a job for the feds. But lawmakers here in Massachusetts have an important role to play: they need to adapt."
Continue reading the article at CommonWealth Magazine ->

CommonWealth Magazine: "Old laws, like Prop 2 1/2, need to adapt to times"
CommonWealth Magazine: "Old laws, like Prop 2 1/2, need to adapt to times"

Sunday, December 4, 2022

This Town Council "Quarterbacking" session condenses the 11/30/22 meeting to about 28 minutes (audio)

FM #891 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 891 in the series. 


This shares my conversation with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. This is one of a series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior Council meeting. Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England,  this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting of Nov 30, 2022


  • ok, what just happened? 

  • What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers?


We cover the following key topics

8. PRESENTATIONS / DISCUSSION

a. Presentation: Elks Riders Donation to Veterans’ Services Department


6. HEARINGS - 7:00 pm

a. Franklin Tax Classification Hearing

b. Resolution 22-77: Tax Classification Residential Factor

c. Resolution 22-78: Tax Classification Open Space Exemption

d. Resolution 22-79: Tax Classification Small Business Exemption

e. Resolution 22-80: Tax Classification Residential Property Exemption

f. Resolution 22-81: Tax Classification Senior Means Tested Exemption


g. Resolution 22-82: Declaration of Town-owned Property Containing “South Franklin Congregational Meeting House” Located at 762 Washington Street as Surplus and Authorization for Disposition (Sale) to Old Colony Habitat for Humanity


h. Resolution 22-83: Downtown Parking Lot Kiosks Authorization  


i. Resolution 22-84: 2023 Town Council Meeting Schedule


k. Resolution 22-85: Public Property Naming & Memorial Installation Policy


Our conversation runs about 28 minutes:


Links to the meeting agenda and associated documents released for this meeting are included in the show notes. 


Let’s listen to this session of Town Council Quarterbacking recorded Dec 1, 2022


Audio file -> 
https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-891-town-council-quarterbacking-12-01-22

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Meeting agenda and documents released for this session ->

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/nov_30_town_council_agenda.pdf


Watch the Franklin.TV video replay on YouTube -> https://youtu.be/FXWkMcix63s


My notes in one threaded PDF document

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uTxaQe3MXLug8od6xq5C_bqLzbDLoEjY/view?usp=share_link 


My 4 key tax rate charts as discussed in this session

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/11/good-news-tax-rate-is-going-down.html



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


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!

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


You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"


South Franklin Congregational Meeting House
South Franklin Congregational Meeting House