Lifelong learning summer programs - registration available now

Lifelong learning summer programs - registration available now

"Book your child's spot in the Solutions Summer Adventure!

Five weeks of fun activities, games, art, and science.

Go to bit.ly/4bzI9sR for more info."

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School Committee gets update on Lifelong Learning at March 24 session (audio)

FM #1712 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1712 in the series. 

This session shares the Franklin (MA) School Committee meeting held on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 7:00 PM. All 7 members of the Committee were present in Chambers. 

Quick recap:

• Students scheduled for the pledge got to the meeting for the incorrect 6 PM start and will be rescheduled to another meeting

• Superintendent's report

• substitute nurses being looked for

• Winter sports round up

• earmark funded for middle school library (still needs to make through the budget cycle)

• Innovation labs grant also awarded

• FHS family science night April 9 from 5 to 8 pm

• Lifelong learning update

• For Solutions, the students to teacher ratios; K - 1 to 10, others grades are 1 to 12, 1 to 13

• Footlighters program hiring for, trying to fulfill that position, complications in the hiring process had hindered the hiring to date. Still being worked

• Over 900 adults taking part, a wide variety of offerings from sports to arts, etc.

• Funding question, Lifelong learning is effectively another revolving fund, fee based and those fees can only be used within the program

• Discussion/Action Items

• A.   Student Opportunities Act Plan Vote

• B. Endorsement of Request for Statement of Interest for Development of Strategic Plan

• both passed by 7-0 votes

• Subcommittee updates

• Citizen comment - I stepped up to say thanks for the participation at the Q&A and to provide 2 future dates for their calendars

• April 18, Favorite Poem Reading at the Library 

• On May 2, the 3rd annual Jane Jacobs walk, meet at the TV studio walk about 1 mile or so, return to the studio. Discussions of housing, zoning, which are all budget related. It is a generally good discussion with insights shared

Audio link - https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1712-franklin-ma-school-cmte-mtg-03-24-26/

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The Franklin TV video is available for replay - https://www.youtube.com/live/uQe3rLUq6e8?&t=87 

The agenda for this session - https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03242026-2201 

My full set of notes taken during the meeting in one PDF -  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZuJSdiqLK1QBa9NdcjVsk5KVX7AH2MX3/view?usp=drive_link 

Photo album of the slides presented for Lifelong Learning

https://photos.app.goo.gl/adaJ3sZeYK5ih5t28 

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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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FPS Solutions Extended Day is looking to hire

FPS Solutions Extended Day is looking to hire

Join the FPS Solutions Extended Day team!

Learn about the program on the website https://www.franklinlifelonglearning.com/o/lli/page/solutions-program

Send your resume to Jennifer Maitland, maitlandj@franklinps.net.

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Tri-County will have a 2-hour delay on Tuesday, 1/27/26; Franklin & BFCCPS are closed

Franklin Public Schools will have
a 2-hour delay on Tuesday, 1/27/26

The Franklin Public Schools will be closed today, Tuesday, January 27, 2026.  Due to the additional overnight snowfall and current conditions in our parking lots and school walkways, it is not yet suitable to safely receive students and staff.  At this time all after school and evening activities are scheduled as planned.

https://www.franklinps.net/live-feed#11207977

Franklin Public Schools will be closed have a 2-hour delay on Tuesday, 1/27/26. 

• Emergency busing will be in effect
• ECDC AM session canceled
• Solutions delayed by 2 hours

In addition, the Tri-County RVTHS is going with a 2 hour delayed start.

FPS shared from -> https://www.franklinps.net/live-feed#11207977

BFCCPS shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/share/1Ab1hvxkXb/  Updated 10:15 PM - BFCCPS has canceled school instead of their initial 2 hour delay.

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/01/bfccps-cancels-school-for-tuesday-jan.html

Tri-County RVTHS -> https://www.facebook.com/share/1CmqbkRJ5q/

FPS Solutions Extended Day team is hiring

FPS Solutions Extended Day team is hiring

 

Join the FPS Solutions Extended Day team! 

Learn about the program at bit.ly/3WteQ5y. 

Send your resume to Jennifer Maitland, maitlandj@franklinps.net.

https://www.instagram.com/p/DJXQH3NTrLn/?igsh=YnhhOTlzN2FrM3Zm

Check out "Little Solutions" at ECDC Pond Street beginning in September 2025

Check out "Little Solutions" at ECDC Pond Street

Lifelong Learning (@FPSLearning) posted on Thu, Apr 10, 2025:

 

"New from Lifelong Learning! "Little Solutions" at ECDC Pond Street for 2025-2026.

We'll care for your pre-K student before and after their ECDC school day.

Go to https://t.co/2vc70vKiXg for details. "

 

Shared from -> https://x.com/FPSLearning/status/1910374136213360806

Lifelong Learning is hiring for their Solutions Extended Day team

"Join the FPS Solutions Extended Day team! 

Learn about the program at bit.ly/3WteQ5y. 

Send your resume to Jennifer Maitland, maitlandj@franklinps.net."

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Lifelong Learning is hiring for their Solutions Extended Day team

The Solutions Extended Day program is hiring Group Leaders

The Solutions Extended Day program, a service of the Franklin Public Schools, is looking to hire Group Leaders. 

Groups leaders would work Monday to Friday from 2 to 6 PM and earn $17 to 18.50/hour. These positions are eligible for benefits and are scheduled to begin August 21, 2023.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience working with school age children
• Process strong leadership and organizational skills
• Computer knowledge, especially in Google Apps

Please send your letter of interest and resume to solutions@franklinps.net

The Solutions Extended Day program is hiring Group Leaders

For more about the Solutions Extended Day program visit them online at    https://www.franklinlifelonglearning.com/solutions_program/index.php

Franklin Public Schools, MA: early release day for Tuesday, March 14, 2023

Dear Franklin Public School Staff and Families,

As you may know, the current weather predictions for tomorrow call for rain mixed with snow in the morning, turning to heavier snow and wind gusts tomorrow afternoon. Based on the timing of this event, it is expected that the snow will most impact the afternoon/evening. 

After careful consideration, Franklin Public Schools will have an early release tomorrow, Tuesday, March 14, 2023. All K-12 schools should follow their regular half-day schedule. 

Early Release Times 

• K-5 Schools  - 11:45 AM
• Middle Schools - 10:45
• High School - 10:55

ECDC is canceled for students. ECDC staff should report at the regularly scheduled time in the morning.

Solutions Program will remain open until 2:00 pm.

All scheduled after-school activities and evening events are canceled tomorrow.   

Respectfully,

Lucas Giguere

Superintendent

Franklin Public Schools, MA: early release day for Tuesday, March 14, 2023

Solutions is looking to hire a Group Leader and a Behavior Technician/Floater

Solutions, the Extended Day Program run by the Lifelong Learning Institute for Franklin Public Schools is looking to hire a Group Leader and a Behavior Technician/Floater. 

For more about Solutions, visit ->   https://www.franklinlifelonglearning.com/solutions_program/about_solutions.php

You can submit your resume to Solutions@FranklinPS.net

Solutions is looking to hire a Group Leader and a Behavior Technician/Floater

Franklin Public Schools, MA: Jobs open for Solutions Extended Day Program

FPS job opportunity alert 🚨 https://t.co/S23idlCGD0

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Franklin Public Schools, MA: Jobs open for Solutions Extended Day Program

The Solutions Extended Day Program is hiring:

Solutions Extended Day is hiring!

Solutions is the before and after school program of Franklin Public Schools that serves Kindergarten-7th grade students. 

We are seeking individuals who would like to join our team.

• AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM SITE ASSISTANT-SOLUTIONS EXTENDED DAY

https://www.schoolspring.com/job.cfm?jid=3139455

• BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM SITE DIRECTOR-SOLUTIONS EXTENDED DAY

https://www.schoolspring.com/job.cfm?jid=3139460

• BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM ASST. SITE DIRECTOR-SOLUTIONS EXTENDED DAY

https://www.schoolspring.com/job.cfm?jid=3139465

For more info about the Solutions Extended Day Program, visit their Town of Franklin page  http://franklinlifelonglearning.com/solutions_program/index.php

The Solutions Extended Day Program is hiring:

Attention: Solutions Job Postings

Solutions is the before and after school program operated by the Franklin School Department. There are some key positions open for those interested.

• Solutions Assistant Site Director Job Posting

https://www.schoolspring.com/job.cfm?jid=2987431

• Solutions Site Assistant Job Posting

https://www.schoolspring.com/job.cfm?jid=2987429

• Solutions Site Director Job Posting

https://www.schoolspring.com/job.cfm?jid=2987430



Thanks,

Jennifer Maitland
Associate Director
Solutions Extended Day/Enrichment Program
Franklin Public Schools
(508) 613-1772
http://franklinlifelonglearning.com/solutions_program/index.php

Attention: Solutions Job Postings

What is the Lifelong Learning Institute?

"The Lifelong Learning Institute is the community education branch of the Franklin Public Schools. Lifelong Learning provides educational experiences for Franklin residents (and those from surrounding towns) from pre-school through retirement and beyond. This all-encompassing mission is accomplished through the efforts of dedicated employees of the Franklin Public Schools, and is supplemented with the talents of a number of our “friends in education” who partner and collaborate with us. The Lifelong Learning Institute is a fully functioning part of the Franklin Public Schools and has been in existence since the fall of 1998. 

Two existing, stand alone programs, Adult Education and Summer School, were tapped to provide the foundation for the Lifelong Learning Institute. Adult Education has grown significantly and is now known as Adult Education and Community Learning. Summer School is now referred to as The Summer Program and enjoys enrollments of 2000 students annually. 

Schools are among the greatest resources a community has to offer its residents. In Franklin, the Lifelong Learning Institute provides opportunities for Town residents (and those from surrounding towns), who may or may not have school-aged children, to access a level of educational support, a sense of belonging and a feeling of ownership, while simultaneously enjoying a quality learning experience."

Solutions Announces 5-Week Summer Program

A daylong summer program open to children entering Kindergarten through Fifth Grade

Solutions Extended Day, a program of the Franklin Public Schools Lifelong Learning Institute, is pleased to announce it will be offering a 5-week summer program located at the Oak Street Elementary School. Solutions, known for its affordable, safe and enriching before and after school programs will offer a daylong summer adventure program beginning July 9, 2018. There will be five theme based weeks for children to attend: Rockin' through the Decades, Magic Makers, Discover Science!, Backyard Adventures, and Finale of Fun!

The program is led by the professional school year staff who plan a variety of enriching activities such as arts & crafts, science experiments, and dramatic play. Each week there is a special visitor or show to add to the fun and every Wednesday is Waterslide Wednesday! Registration is currently open online at www.franklinlifelonglearning.com. For more information, contact the Solutions Program Office at 508-613-1771 or solutions@franklinps.net.

ABOUT US: Established in 1999, Solutions is committed to providing enriching, educational and recreational opportunities for our students. The program enables Franklin Public Schools to respond to the needs of our students and their families. 

The Solutions program was created in an effort to continue to expand the cultural, educational, and athletic experiences of elementary school children. Frequently there are requests for additional experiences beyond those possible during the traditional school day. 

In addition, many parents/guardians have expressed the need for a safe and enriching program before and after school to accommodate the needs of a working family.

If you would like more information about this topic, please contact Jennifer Maitland at 508-613-1772 or email at maitlandj@franklinps.net.

Registration is currently open online at www.franklinlifelonglearning.com