NE Revolution unified soccer tryouts - Sunday, April 13

NE Revolution unified soccer tryouts - Sunday, April 13

 

 

Registration link -> www.specialolympicsma.org/tryout 

 

 

 

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Take the Polar Plunge for Special Olympics - Saaturday, March 8

Take the Polar Plunge for Special Olympics

via FHS Unified Sports

 

"Join us on March 8th for Special Olympics biggest fundraiser! 

They will be hosting a polar plunge at Beaver Pond. Bring all your friends and family for a very fun day."

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Register online ->    https://fundraise.specialolympicsma.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.event&eventID=817

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Monday, November 25, 2024 ???

Monday, November 25

• Fiber Art Installation (Franklin Public Library)
• Winter Coat Drive (4 drop off locations)

4:00pm Dungeons and Dragons Club for Kids & Teens (Franklin Public Library)

5:00pm Paint-Teens (Franklin Public Library)

5:30pm FHS Unified Community Night (Franklin High School)

** NO  Town Meetings today   **

What's happening today in Franklin? 

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Why are there multiple calendars?

Respectfully, the Library and Senior Center calendars are too full of events to include all their events so we tend to focus on the major events. Town and School meetings are also kept separate. Links for all the calendars are shared here:

Find the full Community event calendar  https://bit.ly/FranklinCommunityCalendar

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:  https://bit.ly/Submit2Calendar

The Library calendar of events ->    calendar link

The Senior Center calendar of events ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/node/39/events/upcoming

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district calendar is found  https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendars

FHS Unified Community Night scheduled for Monday, Nov 25

FHS Unified Community Night

 

Monday, November 25th, 5:30 PM

Franklin High School Gym

Please come out to support two great programs, the FHS Unified Sports Program and the Franklin Food Pantry!!!

Thank you in advance!

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Eat at The Chateau to support the FHS Unified fund raiser Nov 5

Eat at The Chateau  Nov 5

"Grab some friends for lunch or dinner on your day off!! 

Head to Chateau restaurant for lunch, dinner or even takeout and be sure to mention the Unified Sports fundraiser to flag your check and Chateau will donate 20% of sales to the FHS Unified Sports program."

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Take a Stand: Small Actions, BIG Change

Ready to Take Courageous Action Against Bullying?  

Special Olympics North America, 2600 Virginia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20037, United States

3x Coach of Year Awards for Franklin High School

via FHS Athletics 

"Congratulations to these amazing FHS Coaches: Zach Brown, John Leighton, Kristin Igoe!! 

All three are  @MIAA033  Coach of the Year Recipients!!! Coach Igoe is also NFHS Section 1 Coach of the Year for GLax!!"

Shared from -> https://twitter.com/FHSSports/status/1732587482544234940

Congratulations to these amazing FHS Coaches: John Leighton, Kristin Igoe & Zach Brown

Franklin Special Olympics fund raiser - December Calendar Tickets

Please help support Franklin Special Olympics by purchasing a ticket to the Special Olympics Massachusetts calendar raffle!  

Each $10 ticket directly supports our program and gets you a chance to win one of 31 awesome prizes!  

You can buy tickets online at https://www.specialolympicsma.org/calendarraffle and be sure to choose Franklin as the program you are supporting.  

Thank you so much!

Franklin Special Olympics fund raiser - December Calendar Tickets

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FHS Unified Sports schedules challenge game with Police & Fire as fund raiser Nov 2

More challenges accepted! 

We'll be taking on @FranklinMAfire and @franklinpolice in a charity game to raise funds for @FranklinFoodPan on Nov 2nd. 6pm. @FHSPantherbook 

To help our cause visit https://t.co/jd48u02VEL 

Shared from Twitter -> https://t.co/jkoq3gxqkU

We'll be taking on @FranklinMAfire 

 

We'll be taking on @franklinpolice 

Franklin High School announced as part of the Class of 2022 National Banner Unified Champion Schools

Via Special Olympics: 

"We're so excited to announce the Class of 2022 National Banner Unified Champion Schools. These schools have demonstrated a commitment to inclusion by meeting 10 standards of excellence."

Video link ->  https://youtu.be/ca19GQWdkkg

Full school listing -> https://www.specialolympics.org/what-we-do/unified-champion-schools/banner-recognition-program

Class of 2022 National Banner Unified Champion School

Hockomock Area YMCA: Inclusive Golf Team plays at TPC

On July 25, 2022 TPC Boston hosted a golf clinic for 13 participants of the Hockomock Area YMCA’s Integration Initiative. Participants were given tips from TPC Boston golf professionals, receiving instruction in putting, chipping, and full swing from professional staff at TPC Boston. Later, the newly trained golfers hit the links and played a couple of holes on the championship course in Norton, MA. 

The Hockomock Area YMCA’s Integration Initiative was established in 2004 providing children and young adults with special needs an opportunity to participate with their typically developing peers in all the programs, services, and activities offered at the Y. This inclusion program is designed to improve social skills, build self-esteem, increase physical activity, and independence and to enhance mutual respect among people of all abilities. To date, over 1,300 families have participated in the Hockomock Y’s innovative inclusive program. 

TPC Boston has hosted the golf clinic program since its inception in 2011, giving kids and young adults with special needs the opportunity to learn the game of golf and improve their skills with guidance from the club professionals. 

The day is set up for the participants to rotate through three stations – driving, chipping and putting. The club professionals are spread among the stations and actively coach participants so they can improve their golf game. Following the instructional portion of the day, the kids and young adults were able to play golf on the championship course, guided by the club pros.

While some of the participants were golfing for the first time, some of the kids had years of experience and were excited to return. The golfers from the Integration Initiative have developed their game so much that the Hockomock Y was able to start a 20-person integrated golf team in 2014, a program which is still going strong. 

The Integration Initiative was created to bring children with special needs together to participate alongside typically developing peers, and golf is a great outlet to make that happen. The social interaction, communication and patience needed for golf help emphasize the mission of inclusion. 

The YMCA looks forward to their upcoming Integration Initiative fundraisers later this year including the October 11th Legends Golf Classic tournament, also hosted by TPC Boston, which will feature sports legends from the Boston area, and their annual signature gala, the Legends Ball on November 15th, honoring Former New England Patriots Linebacker & Hall of Famer Steve Nelson and current New England Patriots Center & Captain David Andrews for their commitment to the YMCA and the community.

The Initiative has positively impacted over 1,300 families, a number which grows more and more every year thanks to events like this golf clinic. 

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.  With over 29,000 members, half under the age of 18, our promise is to partner and collaborate with others to create and deliver lasting personal and social change in the 15 communities we are privileged to serve.

About TPC Boston

Originally designed by the legendary Arnold Palmer, TPC Boston’s award-winning layout was re-designed in 2007 by celebrated golf course architect Gil Hanse, with PGA Tour player Brad Faxon serving as a consultant. The result is a compelling par-72, 7,241-yard masterpiece named by Golf Digest the “Best Private Remodel of 2007.” 

Members of the Hockomock Area YMCA unified golf team are pictured at the clinic with Don Baldassare, Head Golf Professional at TPC Boston, along with members of the TPC professional golf staff and YMCA volunteer Sophie Scott. L-R, the golfers include: Dan Deschenes, Brian Santos, Daniel Bortolotti, Mike McCarthy, Doug McNulty, Matt Cobb, Jaci Ehrlich, Kevin Leary, Liam Farley, Tim Paquin, Ben Ragazzo, Kevin Prior and Dillan Murphy.

FHS Unified Track Team qualify for the Division 1 State Meet

" …and that’s a wrap! Our Unified Track Team made it to the Div 1 State Finals!  

Congratulations to Seekonk on their Div 1 Championship!  

And Congratulations Panthers on an OUTSTANDING season!!!

@fhs_unified

@FranklinUnified

@SpOlympicsMA"

Shared from Twitter -> https://twitter.com/FHSSports/status/1529550215337979912

FHS Unified Track Team qualify for the Division 1 State Meet

FHS Unified Outdoor Track team takes MIAA D1 Sectional Championship

 

MIAA UNIFIED TRACK 2022 DIV 1 SECTIONAL CHAMPIONS!!! ON TO STATES!!! #RaiseAnotherBanner @fhs_unified @SpOlympicsMA

https://twitter.com/FHSSports/status/1523776069475901440

FHS Unified Outdoor Track team takes MIAA D1 Sectional Championship

Additional photos from the meet:

https://twitter.com/FHSSports/status/1523738102833246208

https://twitter.com/FHSSports/status/1523731656770990080

Franklin, MA: School Committee Meeting - May 10, 2022 - Agenda

Franklin School Committee

May 10, 2022 - 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 Ms. Spencer
C. Payroll Ms. Stokes
D. FHS Student Representative Comments
E. Superintendent’s Report

II. Guests/Presentations

A. Unified Basketball Team

B. Approaches to Student Behavior Presentation – Lucas Giguere, Josh Hanna, Craig
Williams

III. Discussion/Action Items

A. BICO Board Vote

I recommend the appointment of Lucas Giguere to serve as the Franklin representative

for the 2022-2023 school year.

B. ACCEPT Board Vote

I recommend the appointment of Lucas Giguere to serve as the Franklin representative for the 2022-2023 school year.

C. Policy 1st Reading

I recommend moving policy ADF - Wellness Policy to a second reading as discussed.

IV. Discussion Only Items
A. none

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 April 26, 2022 Special and Regular

School Committee meetings as detailed.

B. Fernando P. Baglioni Scholarship

I recommend acceptance of a check for $1,000.00 for the Fernando P. Baglioni

Scholarship as detailed.

C. Districtwide Gift

I recommend acceptance of a check for $2988.25 from Cadence Education for

districtwide supplemental supplies as detailed.

D. FHS Gifts

I recommend acceptance of two check totaling $3,600.00 as follows:

$3,000.00 Logic Tree - Field Trip (DECA) Student Activity Account

$ 600.00 Franklin Cultural Council - Supplemental Supplies FHS Gift Acct.

E. Keller Gift

I recommend acceptance of a check for $5,428.00 from the Keller PCC for field trips 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 FEA/RN unit as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the School Committee and the chair so declares.
b. Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(2) to discuss strategy in preparation for negotiations with non-union personnel.

X. Adjournment

Agenda doc includes remote connection info -> 

https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/scagenda_5-10-22.pdf 

Meeting packet folder (with other docs released for this session)

https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/may-10-2022-school-committee-meeting-packet

Franklin, MA: School Committee Meeting - May 10, 2022 - Agenda

FHS Unified fund raisers every Monday in May at The Curry House

"Every Monday in May 10% of sales goes to the Franklin Unified program!

@FranklinUnified

@fhs_unified"

FHS Unified fund raisers every Monday in May at The Curry House

 Shared from Twitter -> https://twitter.com/daniellew815/status/1520925429850324994

Unified Wrestling? Really? Yup, coming May 14 to Franklin!

"May 14th - Unified Wrestling comes to Franklin!  

If you are interested in learning more, please see the attached flyer.

@FranklinUnified

@fhs_unified"

Unified Wrestling? Really? Yup, coming May 14 to Franklin!

Shared from Twitter -> https://twitter.com/FHSSports/status/1512488069819092996 

Pantherbook highlights: Unified music; Geography night; Players perspective - boys basketball

Making Music Matter With Franklin High School Unified Music - Kate Rudolph, Writer

"Ever hear a concert in the band room after school on a Friday afternoon? That is the FHS Unified Music Club jamming out together, and making memories.   

FHS Unified Music was started in 2018 by Franklin Alumni Max Allard, who wanted to bring FHS students of all abilities together, and share their love of music. The Club’s slogan, M3, stands for “Making Music Matter.” This phrase was adapted to emphasize the idea of inclusion coming in various forms. The club goes beyond just singing and playing instruments, by supporting each other in solo performances, or whole group karaoke.  "

Continue reading the article
https://franklinpanthers.us/clubs-activities/2022/03/19/making-music-matter-with-franklin-high-school-unified-music/

FHS Diversity Awareness Club Hosts Geography Night -  Hailey Michenzie, Writer

"Franklin High School (FHS) traveled the world recently! FHS Diversity Awareness club hosted a Geography Night in the school cafeteria on Tuesday, March 1 from 5-8 p.m. On this night, students and community members came together to learn about each other’s culture, heritage, and sample some delicious food. 

Students shared fun facts, historical figures, music, and food that represented their culture. The night allowed FHS and the community to learn more about different cultures and heritages that make up our world."

Continue reading the article
https://franklinpanthers.us/clubs-activities/2022/03/17/fhs-diversity-awareness-club-hosts-geography-night/

The Player Perspective: FHS Basketball Captains Reflect on Final Season - Ryan Martin, Writer

"The courts are cleared, jerseys hung up, and laces untied – Another successful season is officially in the books for FHS Boys Basketball. After a year where the Panthers barely broke a .500 record and graduated their entire starting lineup, this inexperienced team came together and shocked many Hockomock opponents. A streaky group all year, the Panthers rallied off both seven and eight-game winning streaks this season before a 2nd round playoff loss to Catholic Memorial in the MIAA Playoffs two weeks ago today. To reflect on Franklin’s season, and look ahead to what could be next for the Panthers next season, I caught up with the team’s two Senior Captains: Sean Vinson and Will Tracey"

Continue reading the article

https://franklinpanthers.us/sports/2022/03/18/the-player-perspective-fhs-basketball-captains-reflect-on-final-season/

Pantherbook highlights: Unified music; Geography night; Players perspective - boys basketball