MMA: "Franklin develops Commercial Driver Licensing training program for employees"

"Following changes to federal training requirements for Commercial Driver’s Licenses, the Franklin Department of Public Works has received federal approval of an internal training program, designed to bring in qualified hires while saving money for employees who need a CDL license.

The CDL training changes, which took effect last February, require applicants to receive training by an approved trainer prior to taking the CDL test — and the cost for the training can be as much as $10,000. Prior to the changes, and for the last 15 years, the town was able to train employees in-house, according to Public Works Director Brutus Cantoreggi.

“It’s very hard to find CDL drivers, so I would hire folks without the license and train them in house,” Cantoreggi said. “It brought in a lot of folks who had permits. … But with the regulation change, we couldn’t find people already licensed for these jobs.”

Continue reading the article at the Mass Municipal Assoc page ->

https://www.mma.org/franklin-develops-commercial-driver-licensing-training-program-for-employees/

The Franklin Department of Public Works provides internal Commercial Drivers License training for employees. (Photo courtesy town of Franklin)

Franklin Police: Officer Michael LaCure in training

Via Franklin Police:

"Please welcome Officer Michael LaCure to the Franklin Police Department. Officer Lacure, originally from this neck of the woods comes to the FPD from the Milford NH Police Department. 

Officer LaCure has 8 years of experience and was a Sgt. with MPD. He’s currently assigned to the transfer FTO program and will join patrol after his training."

Shared from Instagram -> https://www.instagram.com/p/CnUvIwousbb/

Franklin Police: Officer Michael LaCure in training

MIAA releases new videos for the Summer of 2022; support for coaches, students & staff

10 new video presentations to support coaches, students & staff are available on the MIAA website. Checkout THE HUB for great content from

@omaripearson

Link: https://miaa.net/the-hub/

MIAA releases new videos for the Summer of 2022; support for coaches, students & staff

Franklin Fire Dept takes emergency vehicle driver training

"This week each group went through emergency vehicle driver training through

@MIIAsocial

. The training included a classroom presentation followed by each member of the department operating a simulator."

Shared from Twitter -> https://twitter.com/FranklinMAfire/status/1547953456190595073 

Franklin Fire Dept takes emergency vehicle driver training

“Community violence intervention has shown us that there’s a way"

"For decades, US researchers have studied behavioral signs that could help identify people who are at risk of carrying out mass violence.

They have looked at histories of drug abuse, interpersonal violence or “red flag behaviors” like posting images of firearms on social media and threatening their classmates or co-workers.

“These behaviors are observable. Someone can notice if their nephew or neighbor is starting to wear fatigues and carry a gun,” said Mary Ellen O’Toole, a retired FBI agent, profiler and the director of George Mason University’s forensic science program."

Continue reading The Guardian article online (subscription maybe required)

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2022/jun/03/these-community-organizers-have-helped-stop-daily-gun-violence-can-their-lessons-prevent-mass-shootings 

Balloons honoring the victims killed in last week's school shooting at a memorial at Robb elementary school in Uvalde, Texas Photograph: Jae C Hong/AP

Shared from Twitter -> https://twitter.com/davidhogg111/status/1532059535829258241

For more info about March for our Lines -> https://marchforourlives.com/

Franklin Police complete active shooter simulation training

Via Franklin Police:

"Today (Tuesday) concludes our annual active shooter simulation training at the old Charter School. This year's training was different from previous training as we had help from Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School students on criminal justice co-op. Students role played different roles including hostages, fleeing students, and injured persons.

On top of addressing an active shooter threat, officers were also expected to treat and evacuate injured persons throughout different scenarios. Thanks to our training staff and all the students for another successful training."

Shared from Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cd8mx8yrJs5/

"This year's training was different from previous training as we had help from Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School students on criminal justice co-op. Students role played different roles including hostages, fleeing students, and injured persons"

Franklin Resident Alert - active shooter training scheduled for Mon/Tues 5/23 - 5/24

The Franklin Police Department will be conducting our annual active shooter training on Monday 5/23 and Tuesday 5/24 from 9 AM to 1 PM at the old Charter School located on the corner of Main Street and Pleasant Street.

There will be a heavy police presence both days in the area. Signs, barrels, and other markers will be in the area as a reminder. 

Shared from Twitter -> https://twitter.com/franklinpolice/status/1528387410215804928 

active shooter training scheduled for Mon/Tues 5/23 - 5/24

Team Massachusetts USA Games Training Camp (video)

"Team Massachusetts got together for a weekend in March for a USA Games Training Camp. We got to know each other with team building games, bowling & even a freezing cold New England Revolution Game! On Sunday we learned a team dance and sat in on classroom sessions that taught us more about the Games. We can't wait for Orlando!"

The FHS Unified Basketball team is part of Team Massachusetts, You might recognize a few faces in the video. Thanks to KateLuvs2Laugh for the tip to the video!

Video link -> https://youtu.be/KcNtCeQQsAM

OCPF Reports: Training Classes available for Town Candidates

Training Classes available for Town Candidates conducted by the Office of Campaign and Political Finance.

To attend, e-mail Jason at jtait@cpf.state.ma.us to request a Zoom invitation to the date of your choice:
Tuesday, Jan. 25, noon / Monday, Feb. 7, 6 p.m. / Friday, Feb. 25, 9 a.m.  Thursday, March 10, 6 p.m. / Friday, March 18, noon / Tuesday, April 5, noon #mapoli https://t.co/FITlQaOKHY

OCPF Reports: Training Classes available for Town Candidates

Franklin, MA: School Committee Budget Workshop - Dec 14, 2021

School Committee Budget Workshop
6:00 PM Municipal Building, 

3rd Floor Training Room

Agenda doc ->  https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/agendas/agenda_budget_workshop_12-14-2021.pdf

Or embedded here:

https://www.franklinps.net/district/school-district-budget

50+ Job Seekers in MA: Session 2 -> Self-Assessment

Session 2: Self-Assessment!  = Tuesday November 23rd: 10 AM – 12 PM 

Join us as we discuss hiring assessments and personality tests. You’ll even have the chance to take a couple of assessments and decide for yourself whether they work.
 
Why you need to know about this: Completing a self-assessment before applying for jobs can help your job-search. Knowing yourself--your values and preferences--enables you to set realistic career goals and ultimately land the job you want. Assessments may be optional for many companies, but they are a necessity for the modern job seeker.
 
Start your journey towards self-realization, re-invention and transformation
The mission of our program is to provide job seekers in the 50+ demographic with the confidence, self-esteem, necessary tools, and skills to launch and implement a successful job or encore career search campaign.

Over the course of our - Interactive Workshop Series, you’ll learn how to execute your job search campaign with confidence and success. This preparation will Equip, Enable and Empower you in all aspects of the job search process.

New to the program? Registration is Required: https://50plusjobseekers.org/outreach/registration/
For more information contact Denise Magnett:  50plusjobseekersadmin@mcoaonline.com

If you are registered with the program  and have not yet received your Zoom meeting link to join the meeting on Tuesday, please contact Denise Magnett at 50plusjobseekersadmin@mcoaonline.com


Ed Lawrence
Group Leader with the 50+ Job Seekers in MA Statewide Networking Groups 

50+ Job Seekers in MA: Session 2 -> Self-Assessment

YMCA - Open House for Group Exercise & Personal Training Programs - Nov 19-20

Join us on Friday, November 19th and Saturday, November 20th for an Open House to experience our Group Exercise and Personal Training programs at the Y! This is a 2-day health & wellness celebration at our Y to try something new and challenge yourself. Bring your friends (for free) to the Open House, too! No registration required.

We will have personal trainers, wellness floor staff, and our nutritionist available to welcome you and answer your wellness questions. See you at the Y! 

For more information visit the Y online -> https://www.hockymca.org/wellness-open-house/ 

YMCA - Open House for Group Exercise & Personal Training Programs - Nov 19-20

Next 50+ Jobseekers Session - Nov 23

This morning we held our first session of the program. We discussed Ageism.

The next session discusses Assessments.

We talk about why you need to know about them; why companies often require them; why you should consider taking an assessment before commencing your job search.

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Session 2: Assessments!

Tuesday November 23rd: 10 am – 12 pm

Join us as we discuss hiring assessments and personality tests. You'll even have the chance to take a couple of assessments and decide for yourself whether they work.

 

Why you need to know about this: Completing a self-assessment before applying for jobs can help your job-search. Knowing yourself -- your values and preferences -- enables you to set realistic career goals and ultimately land the job you want. Assessments may be optional for many companies, but they are a necessity for the modern job seeker.

 

Start your journey towards self-realization, re-invention and transformation

 

1.      Ageism

2.      Assessments

3.      Networking Introductions

4.      STAR/PAR Sto

5.      Resumes Part 1: Summary & Formatting

6.      Resumes Part 2 Experience Section

7.      LinkedIn Part 1: Your Profile

8.      LinkedIn Part 2: The Job Search

9.      Branding & Marketing

10.   Interview Preparation

11.   Interview Practice

12.   Job Applications

13.   Cover Letters

14.   Closing & Negotiating the Deal

15.   Teamwork & Getting Along with Difficult People

16.   Job Success

New to the program? Registration is Required: https://50plusjobseekers.org/outreach/registration/

For more information contact Denise Magnett: 50plusjobseekersadmin@mcoaonline.com

Next 50+ Jobseekers Session - Nov 23

In Person Pet First Aid & CPR class - Nov 27 & Nov 28

Join us for a 100% In Person Pet First Aid & CPR class on Saturday, November 27, 2021 and Sunday, November 28, 2021 at Destination Dog from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM both days.

Register online -> www.fourfootedfamily.com/classes

Cost = $80

There are multiple sessions available with options for hybrid or in person. Check out the full schedule -> www.fourfootedfamily.com/classes

During the course you will learn the following:

• What is Pet First Aid?
• Pet Parenting 101 - Your Pet's Baselines
• Good Tips for Problem Prevention
• Vitals and Head to Tail Checks
• Proper Handling, Restraint and Transport of an injured animal
• Creating a Disaster Preparedness Plan
• Choking Management
• CPR vs. CPCR
• Which style of CPR is appropriate for your pets
• First Aid: Illnesses & Injuries including:
• Heat Stroke and Frostbite
• Dehydration
• Severe Bleeding
• Bandaging various body parts
• Mouth & Lip Injuries/Illnesses
• Injected & Ingested Poisoning
• Drowning
• Snake Bites
• Intestinal Distress
• Allergic Reactions and Bites/Stings
• Shock & Seizures
• Bloat

Class materials and a practice pack, including $20 in take home materials will be given to you during the in person class.

At the conclusion of class you will receive a Certification of Completion wall certificate and wallet card good for 2 years. We look forward to teaching you these very valuable skills and helping you truly be your pet's best friend.

For more about Destination Dog -> https://www.destinationdogfranklin.com/

In Person Pet First Aid & CPR class - Nov 27 & Nov 28

Mass Alliance: Grassroots Organizing Academy - registration is open

Coming up!! Less than two days to register!! We especially want to encourage college students and young activists to register. 

We have scholarships available to make this more accessible for all!!

https://t.co/Z4RhM4DUrI

Registration form ->   https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd1sdiQpq9eoysARgxr9catvTfR4MBZqGXkhMIMpe6vfKX4-w/viewform

Shared from Twitter: https://twitter.com/massalliance/status/1440453638258786314?s=03

Mass Alliance: Grassroots Organizing Academy - registration is open

Inside the job market on Labor Day 2021

"A mystery sits at the heart of the economic recovery: There are 10 million job openings, yet more than 8.4 million unemployed are still actively looking for work.

The job market looks, in some ways, like a boom-time situation. Business owners complain they can’t find enough workers, pay is rising rapidly, and customers are greeted with “please be patient, we’re short-staffed” signs at many stores and restaurants.

But the nation remains in the midst of a deadly pandemic with covid-19 hospitalizations back at their highest rates since January. The surge is weighing on the labor market again, with a mere 235,000 jobs added in August. There are still 5 million fewer jobs compared to before the pandemic, reflecting ongoing problems, including child care as some schools and day cares shut down again from outbreaks.

..... 

At heart, there is a massive reallocation underway in the economy that’s triggering a “Great Reassessment” of work in America from both the employer and employee perspectives. Workers are shifting where they want to work — and how. For some, this is a personal choice. The pandemic and all of the anxieties, lockdowns and time at home have changed people. Some want to work remotely forever. Others want to spend more time with family. And others want a more flexible or more meaningful career path. It’s the “you only live once” mentality on steroids. Meanwhile, companies are beefing up automation and redoing entire supply chains and office setups."

Continue reading the article online. (Subscription maybe required) 

https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2021/09/04/ten-million-job-openings-labor-shortage/

job openings exceed the number of unemployed

MAss Nonprofit Network: Trainings & Events Calendar: September 2021

Upcoming webinars and training events happening for nonprofit professionals in Massachusetts.

Welcome to the MNN Trainings and Events Calendar newsletter. Read below for training events and webinars designed to build and strengthen the skills of nonprofit professionals in Massachusetts. For the full listing, visit the calendar online here. Note: if you are a current MNN nonprofit or affiliate member and wish to delete, change, or add an event posting, contact us.  Featured Event Early Bird registration for the conference closes soon! MNN's 2021 Annual Conference, one of the largest gatherings of nonprofit professionals in the state, will take place virtually from Tuesday, October 5 to Friday, October 8 in your home office! The theme of this year's conference is "A Bridge to Better," which captures a common aspiration of the Massachusetts nonprofit sector and those who support it as we move forward together. The conference will feature soon-to-be-announced speakers, panels, over 20 workshops, networking opportunities, and a new and exciting virtual event platform to allow attendees to easily navigate the online setting. Grab your tickets before September 12th to take advantage of the Early Bird discount! REGISTER SPONSOR September 14 1:00 pm -2:30 pm Online Getting Grant Ready: Action Steps for Nonprofit Startups and Nonprofit in Turnaround Grant readiness has a direct impact on the success and sustainability of nonprofits no matter what stage of the nonprofit lifecycle they are in. But what does it mean to be grant-ready? How do you know when you are? What is the cost if you're not? Join NOPI – Nonprofit Incubator and Dr. Beverly A. Browning (Dr. Bev), CSPF as we provide specific action steps every nonprofit must take to become fundable. Information provided will set the foundation to begin or return to a state of growth. Register Here September 14 1:00 pm -2:00 pm Online How to Love Your Donors So They Love You Back (with more gifts) You work hard to raise money to fulfill an important mission. But if you aren't taking good care of current donors, your fundraising program is just spinning its wheels. Building a strong donor program is about showing your donors the love so that they stay happily by your side, giving more and larger gifts, year after year. In this workshop, learn the metrics you should be watching that indicate donor happiness, and discover the top reasons donors leave (or stay with you) and how you can keep more donors, even with limited resources. Take away key actions you can take today to show your donors the love they're looking for. Register Here September 15 10:00 am - Noon Online Introduction to Grantwriting From developing the proposal idea to completing the details of the budget, this workshop provides an outline to use to prepare clear, concise, comprehensive, and competitive proposals. Participants will learn to develop measurable project goals, objectives, and outcomes required in every proposal. Understand what is important to include in grant proposals by creating meaningful content for full proposals, letters of intent/inquiry, and online grant applications as well a post-award reporting. The intended topics covered in this webinar are as follows: Grants as part of the fundraising plan Preparing the proposal idea including SMART goals and objectives Outlines for full grant proposals and letters of intent/inquiry Examining reasons for proposal rejection Exploring rules of grant management This webinar provides learning opportunities for novice and intermediate (2 to 3 years) grant seekers. Presenter: Diane Gedeon-Martin, The Write Source Register Here Visit our Community Trainings and Events Calendar for a full listing

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