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Showing posts with label safety. Show all posts
Showing posts with label safety. Show all posts
Thursday, April 24, 2025
How to use parental controls to keep your kid safer online
Tuesday, April 1, 2025
Attention Parents: Check out the Interent Safety event April 3; it comes with free kid care & a meal
Vis Donna Grady:
"Franklin Community,Most of you know me as the President of the Franklin Education Association. I'm also Chair of the Massachusetts PTA Health, Safety and Wellness Committee.THIS coming Thursday, April 3, from 5:30 -7pm at FHS, my committee is hosting a FREE Family Safety Awareness Forum about Online Safety and CyberBullying. Our doors open at 5:30 for child care, with the adult program running from 6-7pm. We have food for the kids and adults and activities for the kids. We're giving away an IPad as well.
Interent Safety event April 3 Please come learn how to identify online dangers and how to protect your kids and family."
Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/share/p/16TrhfTjkM/
You can listen to Donna & I talk about the importance of this event
Sunday, March 30, 2025
Attention Parents: Check out the Interent Safety event April 3; comes with free kid care & a meal (audio)
FM #1416 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1416 in the series.
This session shares my conversation with Donna Grady about the internet safety event coming up April 3. We recorded this talk in the Franklin TV Studios on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.
Most folks know of Donna as the Franklin Education Association (FEA) unit president and as a kindergarten at Keller, previously Jefferson, and teaching for over 35 years.
Donna has a new role as Chair of the MASS PTA Health & Wellness Committee. Wearing this hat, she heard of the grant opportunity to bring this program to Franklin and neighboring communities.
Parents with school age children are the target for this training/awareness. It is a free night with childcare and meals provided
The recording runs about 24 minutes. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1416-donna-grady-on-the-social-network-forum-apr-3-03-25-25/
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MASS PTA page -> https://www.massachusettspta.org/
MASS PTA Committees page -> https://www.massachusettspta.org/massachusetts-pta-committees/
Link to register for April 3 https://share.hsforms.com/2226Sv7n_QoyNDp00gcpumwgbr
Download a copy of the flyer as a reminder or to share ->
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1P7-y7T1nTm44l3WTh7SzD7ZWccJa4ce8/view?usp=drive_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.
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
And if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach out. We’ll share and show you what and how we do what we do
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!
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Thursday, October 31, 2024
MassDOT Safety: Halloween driving safety tips
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| MassDOT Safety: Halloween driving safety tips |
Drivers, whether you're driving or traveling by broomstick for #Halloween festivities, be extra careful in neighborhoods.
Kids are 2 times more likely to get hit on Halloween according to @NHTSAgov.
Always #DriveSober. Designate a sober driver, call a rideshare, or take @MBTA.
Monday, September 16, 2024
Are you a parent with kids spending time online? Safety training webinar could be for you!
via Officer Frankie:
"The US Attorney’s Office is hosting a virtual internet safety presentation for parents.
The presentation will educate parents on the dangers children face on the internet and how to keep them safe online.
*Registration is required. Space is limited."
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| Are you a parent with kids spending time online? Safety training webinar could be for you! |
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Project Safe Childhood Presentation for Parents
Nauset Regional High School
September 10, 2024
The U.S. Attorney’s Office will be hosting a statewide, virtual presentation for parents on Wednesday, October 9th @ 6:30 pm. Please feel free to share this flyer with your local police departments, school administrators and community partners. Let me know if you have any questions.
What: Webex Webinar – Keeping Children Safe and Secure Online: A Project Safe Childhood Presentation for Parents
When: Wednesday, October 9th @ 6:30 pm (log in begins at 6:00 pm)
Registration link: https://usao.webex.com/weblink/register/r3c6f24c5e409d764c38ac82d069f700e
*Registration is required. Space is limited. The Webex platform has a maximum capacity of 1000 attendees. If you have any questions or if we have reached registration capacity, please email USAMA.PSCOutreach@usdoj.gov to be put on a waitlist for the next presentation.
Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/C_6Rnx4voyd/
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
MEMA shares Heat Safety Tips in advance of heat wave
Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) posted on Mon, Jun 17, 2024:
Hot & humid conditions are expected Tues-Fri. Take precautions to help prevent heat-related illnesses:
💧Stay hydrated
🏃Limit strenuous activity & time outdoors
🚗Never leave kids/pets in the car
📱Call 2-1-1 to find an available cooling center
More tips: https://t.co/d3m2ctuJ5I or -> https://www.mass.gov/info-details/extreme-heat-safety-tips
Shared from -> https://t.co/XpjQUOdRu2
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| MEMA shares Heat Safety Tips in advance of heat wave |
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
With Summer Around The Corner, Water Safety Should Be Top of Mind
May is National Water Safety Month. When the weather starts to get warmer, the pools, lakes, oceans, rivers and other bodies of water start calling! While swimming can be a very enjoyable activity this summer, it is important to remind all parents and caregivers of the importance of water safety. We are sharing these tips on how children can stay safe in and around water.
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| Hockomock Y |
Tip #1: Make sure children know to always ask permission before going in or near the water.
Teaching your children to be water smart is the first step in water safety – be sure they understand the importance of asking permission before going in or near the water.
Tip #2: Never swim alone without a water watcher.
When children swim, ensure they are actively supervised at all times. Teach your children that they should only swim in locations where a lifeguard is on duty, or where a responsible adult agrees to watch the children in the water without distractions.
Tip #3: Supervise your children whenever they’re in or near water.
Whether it’s bath time or taking a dip in a pool or waterfront, make sure your children are within arm’s reach at all times.
Tip #4: Don’t engage in breath-holding activities.
Children should not hold their breath for a prolonged amount of time while swimming, as this can be dangerous.
Tip #5: Wear a life jacket.
Inexperienced or non-swimmers should always wear a Coast Guard-approved life jacket while in or around the water.
Tip #6: Don’t jump in the water to save a friend who is struggling in deep water.
If a child finds their friend in deep water unexpectedly, their natural reaction may be to jump in the water to try and save them. Even if a child is a great swimmer, a panicked person will overpower them, pulling the rescuer under water. The Y’s Safety Around Water program teaches the “reach, throw, don’t go” concept of using a long object to reach for them, and pull them to safety. By using this technique, children can help their friend without compromising their own safety.
Tip # 7: Use four-sided fencing with self-closing, self-latching gates, pool covers, and alarm systems to help prevent children from accessing water unsupervised.
Water safety isn’t just during swim time. Know the five layers of protection which include: barriers & alarms, supervision, water competency, life jackets and emergency preparation. You never know which layer will save a life.
Tip #8: Prepare for emergencies by making sure everyone in your home takes water safety, first aid and CPR Courses.
Training in lifesaving skills such as lifeguarding and CPR presents opportunities for us all to take greater responsibility for ourselves and others. The Hockomock Area YMCA offers lifeguard and CPR training programs with full certification. We also babysitting courses and first aid training. The Hockomock Y is offering lifeguard certification courses in June at their branches in Foxboro and Franklin. Visit www.hockymca.org and select Register for Programs.
All of our water safety tips are located on the Y’s website: www.hockymca.org/water-safety-tips/
As a leading nonprofit committed to youth development, the Y has been a leader in providing swim lessons and water safety for more than 100 years. The Y continues to help youth and adults experience the joy and benefits of swimming, so they can be healthy, confident and secure in the water. There are a variety of programs to choose from, including swim lessons for all ages, water fitness classes, competitive swimming, and family swim times. To ensure that everyone has an opportunity to participate, financial assistance is available to those in need to help cover costs.
The Hockomock Y is enrolling swim lessons starting May 13th for Summer! To learn more, visit: https://www.hockymca.org/summer-classes/
In addition to learning lifesaving water safety skills, children can increase their physical activity by swimming. Swimming also motivates children to strive for self-improvement, teaches goal orientation, and cultivates a positive mental attitude and high self-esteem. It also teaches life lessons of sport and sportsmanship, so that children can learn how to work well with teammates and coaches and how to deal with winning and losing.
About Hockomock Area YMCA:The Hockomock Area YMCA is an organization of men, women, and children sharing a commitment to nurture the potential of kids, promote healthy living, and foster a sense of social responsibility.Our YMCA is committed to partnering and collaborating with others to create and deliver lasting personal and social change in the 15 communities we are privileged to serve. The Hockomock Area YMCA is a not-for-profit charitable cause-driven organization with facilities in North Attleboro, Foxboro, Franklin, and Mansfield. For more information visit www.hockymca.org/our-cause/
Friday, February 9, 2024
Franklin Police share sources for Internet safety with children
The Franklin Police Dept have two detectives assigned to the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force created the SMART Tips for Parents guide to promote Internet safety.
Visit for the resources available
Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/C3A5wZWRF_F/
Saturday, December 2, 2023
So an online scam is NOT what you ordered?
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Thursday, November 23, 2023
Franklin Fire shares reminder on safe cooking - "Stand by your Pan!"
Franklin Fire (@FranklinMAfire) posted on Wed, Nov 22, 2023:
Shared from: https://twitter.com/FranklinMAfire/status/1727354747211125207
"Practice safe cooking this Thanksgiving and #standbyyourpan" https://t.co/jMcHIlCnUI
Shared from: https://twitter.com/FranklinMAfire/status/1727354747211125207
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| Franklin Fire shares reminder on safe cooking - "Stay by your Pan!" |
Sunday, April 30, 2023
Reminder: Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club - Meeting on May 3 - topic 'online safety'
Come join your Franklin friends and neighbors at the Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club May Meeting.
We typically meet the 2nd Wednesday of the month … we made a date change for this presentation. Join us on Wednesday, May 3rd at 7:00 PM. Robin Putnam, Events & Outreach Manager from the MA Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation, will present on online safety. The presentation will include information about her Office and what they do. It will also cover how to be safe online, whether it be on your smart device, social media or online banking, phishing emails and general protection from scams and identity theft.
Join us at Escape Into Fiction Book Store, 12 Main Street, Downtown Franklin. The presentation will start at 7 PM but feel free to come early to socialize, get some refreshments and shop.
We are a multi-generational, member-driven organization and are always excited to welcome new faces and new ideas. Residents of Franklin, or any surrounding town that doesn't have a Newcomers Club, are welcome to join us. Our monthly meetings run September through May.
Additionally, we hold fun and varied events to stay connected throughout the year.
As always, we are thankful for the generosity and kindness we receive from April Rock, Owner, Escape Into Fiction. Our extended community is so fortunate to her and her business in Franklin. If you haven’t yet, please visit this gem of a book store!
Look for us on our Meetup page for more information. https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Newcomers-Friends
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| Not just for Newcomers . . . Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club - Meeting on May 3 - topic 'online safety' |
Monday, April 24, 2023
Not just for Newcomers . . . Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club - Meeting on May 3 - topic 'online safety'
Come join your Franklin friends and neighbors at the Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club May Meeting.
We typically meet the 2nd Wednesday of the month … we made a date change for this presentation. Join us on Wednesday, May 3rd at 7:00 PM. Robin Putnam, Events & Outreach Manager from the MA Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation, will present on online safety. The presentation will include information about her Office and what they do. It will also cover how to be safe online, whether it be on your smart device, social media or online banking, phishing emails and general protection from scams and identity theft.
Join us at Escape Into Fiction Book Store, 12 Main Street, Downtown Franklin. The presentation will start at 7 PM but feel free to come early to socialize, get some refreshments and shop.
We are a multi-generational, member-driven organization and are always excited to welcome new faces and new ideas. Residents of Franklin, or any surrounding town that doesn't have a Newcomers Club, are welcome to join us. Our monthly meetings run September through May.
Additionally, we hold fun and varied events to stay connected throughout the year.
As always, we are thankful for the generosity and kindness we receive from April Rock, Owner, Escape Into Fiction. Our extended community is so fortunate to her and her business in Franklin. If you haven’t yet, please visit this gem of a book store!
Look for us on our Meetup page for more information. https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Newcomers-Friends
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| Not just for Newcomers . . . Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club - Meeting on May 3 - topic 'online safety' |
Friday, December 23, 2022
Franklin Health Department: December is Safe Toys Month
December is Safe Toys Month. Over 215,000 kids are treated for toy-related injuries in the U.S. every year.
Learn more: kidshealth.org/en/parents/safe-toys.html
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| https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/safe-toys.html |
Friday, August 12, 2022
Franklin Health Department: August is Sun Safety Month
August is Sun Safety Month. In the US, more than 9,500 people are diagnosed with skin cancer every day
Learn about prevention: cancer.org/healthy/be-safe-in-sun
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| Franklin Health Department: August is Sun Safety Month |
Thursday, August 4, 2022
Workplace Safety Grants of up to $25k available for businesses
"The DIA is offering Workplace Safety Grants of up to $25k to MA based businesses seeking to prevent or reduce workplace injuries. Employers covered by MA Workers’ Comp. Law may qualify. Email safety@mass.gov to start the application process. #SafetyGrantsMA"
More info online at https://www.mass.gov/orgs/department-of-industrial-accidents
Shared via Twitter -> https://twitter.com/MassLWD/status/1554452462639190022
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| Workplace Safety Grants of up to $25k available for businesses |
Friday, June 17, 2022
Sheriff's Summer Safety Fest - Quincy - Merrymount Beach - Jun 18
A family fun day for all ages with games, activities, giveaways, informational tables, and a Touch-A-Truck!
Food donations accepted to benefit the United Way through the Norfolk County Central Labor Council.
Made possible through a generous grant from Save the Harbor/Save the Bay.
When: June 18, from 10 - 1 PM
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| Sheriff's Summer Safety Fest - Quincy - Merrymount Beach - Jun 18 |
Download a copy of the Flyer as a reminder ->
Thursday, June 2, 2022
Franklin Public Schools re-shares school safety resources
Dear Franklin Families,
Here at FPS, we continue to grieve for the families of Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas and we remain highly conscious of the responsibility we have to protect the safety of our students and staff. It has been difficult to find enough words to express our sorrow for the senseless loss of the lives of the students and teachers.
This past week has been challenging for our school community and school communities throughout the country. We applaud our building administrators and faculty/staff for working together to support students, families, and each other during this difficult time.
Safety remains our highest priority in Franklin’s schools. In October, we provided a school safety presentation to the School Committee and shared a letter with the community containing more specific information without compromising our safety measures with the public. We are re-sharing both resources for your reassurance. We also continually enhance our safety protocols and systems as new information, new technologies, and revised practices become available.
So that these links are close at hand, we continue to share links to a few resources:
- Helping your children manage distress in the aftermath of a shooting: https://www.apa.org/.../gun-violence.../shooting-aftermath
- Talking to children about terrorist attacks and school and community shootings in the news: https://www.schoolcrisiscenter.org/.../Guidelines-Talking...
- Talking to Children About Violence: Tips for Parents and Teachers: https://www.nasponline.org/.../talking-to-children-about...
- School Safety Presentation: https://www.franklinps.net/.../10_12_21_fps_school_safety...
With love and care,
Franklin Public Schools
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| Franklin Public Schools re-shares school safety resources |
Tuesday, January 25, 2022
MA Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation: Top 10 Worst Products for MA Consumers
"As part of our ongoing consumer education and outreach, OCABR is again sharing its “Top 10 Worst Products for Massachusetts Consumers List” of 2021. The use of the products featured on this list have resulted in legal or legislative action, recalls, and/or other measures to protect the public. For product recall details visit the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. Please see the disclaimer below for additional details."
Read more about the list of products
http://blog.mass.gov/consumer/massconsumer/top-10-worst-products-for-ma-consumers-list-of-2021/
http://blog.mass.gov/consumer/massconsumer/top-10-worst-products-for-ma-consumers-list-of-2021/
#10
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| Top 10 Worst Products for Massachusetts Consumers List - #10 |
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| Top 10 Worst Products for Massachusetts Consumers List - #1 |
Saturday, January 15, 2022
Franklin Fire Dept announces receipt of $24,990 grant for fire safety equipment
The Franklin Fire Department was awarded $24,990 as part of a grant through the Department of Fire Services. This grant will be used to purchase safety equipment. Thank you to @MAFireMarshal @MassDFS for the support.
Shared from Twitter: https://twitter.com/FranklinMAfire/status/1481631162258837505
Full press release from Governor's Office
Document with the listing of all the department awards, including Franklin's
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| Franklin Fire Dept announces receipt of $24,990 grant for fire safety equipment |
Sunday, October 17, 2021
School Committee Meeting Tuesday, Oct 12, 2021 audio in two parts
FM #635 & 636 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, numbers 635 & 636 in the series.
These two sessions of the radio show share the Franklin, MA School Committee meeting held on Tuesday, October 12, 2021.
The meeting was conducted in a hybrid format: the School Committee members were in the Municipal Bldg along with some of the public, other members of the public joined via conference bridge, all to adhere to the ‘social distancing’ requirements of this pandemic period.
The recording runs about two hour and twenty minutes (2 hour 20 minutes), so I split the meeting into two segments:
Part 1 - covers the opening, the citizens comments and FHS student update, Superintendent’s Report and the safety presentation (~1 hour 4 mins) https://player.captivate.fm/episode/6660aa60-d1e6-429b-b4d2-0a911b7cf31e
Part 2 - covers the Discussion Action items, the Discussion Only items, the consent agenda, through to the entry to Executive Session, from which they did not return to open meeting (~ 48 mins) https://player.captivate.fm/episode/3614b04a-ae13-4051-80ae-2d342da57bab
Links to the meeting agenda and associated documents released for this meeting are included in the show notes. The link to my notes taken during the meeting is also provided.
Let’s listen to this segment of the School Committee meeting Oct 12, 2021
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School Committee Agenda doc (including connection info) -> https://www.franklinps.net/district/school-committee/agenda/school-committee-meeting-27
Meeting packet folder -
My notes captured during the meeting
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/10/recap-school-committee-approves.html
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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.
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!
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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"
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| School Committee Meeting Tuesday, Oct 12, 2021 audio in two parts |
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