FHS boys 6th, girls 13th in D1 Cross Country meet

The D1 Cross Country race was run on Saturday at the Wrentham Development Center. The FHS boys team finished 6th and the girls 13th. The individual results are shown below.

Finish	Runner	SchGr	School	Time
10	Brogan, Tyler	11	Franklin	16:21.2
23	Calitri, Nicholas	10	Franklin	16:45.2
28	Hagen, Michael	12	Franklin	16:49.5
50	Harrington, Camden	11	Franklin	17:12.0
55	Kehoe, Dylan	12	Franklin	17:18.3
80	Goldman, Ryan	12	Franklin	17:44.9
127	Regan, Mitchell	12	Franklin	18:23.25

Finish	Runner	SchGr	School	Time
39	Fenerty, Julia	12	Franklin	20:47.0
47	Hawkins, Sydney	10	Franklin	20:55.6
59	Walbert, Katrina	12	Franklin	21:13.7
101	Giuliano, Sarah	11	Franklin	22:10.9
115	Malachowski, Steph	12	Franklin	22:47.7
119	Viera, Mary	12	Franklin	22:58.5
125	Barry, Erin	12	Franklin	23:20.1

Complete MIAA Divisional results can be found online

http://miaa.ezstream.com/index.cfm?ChnID=314&SubID=-1&chncd=314,-1&itemid=8196&parid=-1&Org=MIAA&CFID=50637136&CFTOKEN=55736870

The Hockomock League results can be found online
https://hockomocksports.com/miaa-emass-xc-championships-2018-hock-results/

FHS boys 6th, girls 13th in D1 Cross Country meet

FHS Panthers

Register O'Donnell Hosts Computer Seminar

	Norfolk County Registry of Deeds
	Register O'Donnell Hosts Computer Seminar Continuing his efforts to provide outreach to Norfolk County communities, Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell recently hosted a free informational seminar on computer assisted land record research. At the seminar, attendees learned how to navigate the Registry's online research page www.norfolkdeeds.org and to access documents such as deeds, mortgages, Homesteads and mortgage discharges. The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds state-of-the-art computer system has more than 8.5 million land document images available for viewing, dating back to 1793. Register O'Donnell noted, "We are very proud that all of our land documents are online and are accessible within 24 business hours of recording. The feedback we have received from attendees indicates these computer seminars are very useful for real estate professionals, genealogists and members of the general public alike." For those attending the seminar, computer skills were not required. Each attendee received free reference materials, which they took home with them. Additionally, there were several staffers on hand who were available to assist and answer questions. "Those attending the October 23rd seminar," noted O'Donnell, "learned how easy it is to look up land related documents. With this knowledge, they can do this research from the comfort and convenience of their home or work computer." Register O'Donnell concluded, "These computer seminars, held twice each year in the spring and the fall, are a great way to engage the public in the important work done here at the Registry of Deeds. The seminar dates are advertised in local papers throughout the county as well as through the Registry's social media outlets. For further information, you can contact Alicia Gardner at 781-461-6104 or at agardner@norfolkdeeds.org." To learn more about these and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, like us at facebook.com/NorfolkDeeds or follow us on twitter.com/NorfolkDeeds and instagram.com/NorfolkDeeds. The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds is located at 649 High Street, Dedham. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities and others with a need for secure, accurate, accessible land record information. All land record research information can be found on the Registry's website at www.norfolkdeeds.org. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center at (781) 461-6101, or email us at registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org. Register William P. O'Donnell Norfolk County Registry of Deeds email: registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org phone: 781-234-3336 web: http://www.norfolkdeeds.org

Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, 649 High Street, Dedham,, MA 02026-1831 Sent by registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org in collaboration with Try it free today

Register O'Donnell Hosts Computer Seminar

Franklin Youth Soccer - Spring registration open

Don't forget to register for Spring. Online until December 1.  Don't wait! Do it today!

https://franklinyouthsoccer.org/

Franklin Youth Soccer - Spring registration open

"virtuosity deserves some concrete and tangible form of recognition"

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"After more than two years of planning, residents were able to take their first steps on the Veterans Memorial Walkway on Sunday. 

Red bricks make up the walkway’s foundation, while 45 plaques placed on granite columns are placed throughout. Each of the plaques has the name of one of the 45 Franklin veterans who lost their life while serving in one of our nation’s conflicts, spanning from World War I to the Iraq War. 

The walkway was officially and aptly unveiled Sunday to correspond with Veterans Day. 

Keynote speaker and state Rep. Jeff Roy, D-Franklin, who helped secure state funding for the project, noted the importance of building a monument in recognition of those who’ve shown signs of courage - something humanity has taken part in for thousands of years."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20181111/veterans-walkway-unveiled-in-franklin

Franklin Veterans Service Officer Dale Kurtz

state Rep. Jeff Roy

part of the more than 2,000 gathered for the ceremony

Local Vietnam Veteran Visits Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School Junior Class

Veterans play an important role in educating younger generations about the principles upon which our country was founded. Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School students had the opportunity of going beyond the books to learn about the Vietnam War. 

Larry Bederian, who served as a Sargent in the U.S. Marines during the Vietnam War, visited grade 11 English classes to share his story. Born and raised in Franklin and a member of the Franklin VFW, Larry served in Vietnam from 1966 until 1968.

Mr. Bederian told students that he was mistakenly drafted while still in high school during his senior year. He laughs and remembers fondly, “After high school I went to the recruiting office as a joke and ended up enlisting.” He was sent to Camp Lejeune in North Carolina for Basic Training. “We later found out during morning formation that our unit had been activated to go to Vietnam,” said Bederian. 

Mr. Larry Bederian and Mrs. Lisa LaPlante

“We were given fifteen days leave then we were sent to Camp Pendleton in California where my unit underwent three weeks of intensive combat training. From there, at 3:00 am, my unit was put on a bus to San Diego where we boarded a ship and headed to Okinawa.” They stayed in Okinawa for 2.5 weeks and then were sent to De Nang and became a part of the 1st Battalion Charlie Company.

Mr. Bederian explained to students the differences of how people from around the world live and what he experienced during his time in Vietnam. “We were very disrespected. We didn’t know who we could trust.” Mr. Bederian further reflects, “During Operation Medina, our mission was to clear and destroy. I remember the nights seemed to last forever and it was always spooky beyond our perimeter wires.” 

He told students about the one night they had set off 122 rockets, when a C-130 was shot down, and of the many frightening North Vietnamese Army patrols. “At night it was just like watching a Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration back home, only these killed.”

Local Vietnam Veteran Visits Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School Junior Class

“All juniors were required to read ‘The Things They Carried’ by Tim O’Brien which tells more than the fighting and examines the physical, emotional and knowledge by questioning the role that our imagination plays in helping to form our memories and our own versions of truth,” said Lisa LaPlante, English Teacher and Coast Guard Veteran. “Inviting Mr. Bederian to our school helped students to see and hear the story of a Vietnam veteran and what it was like to serve and actually have lived through it.”

Students were allowed to ask questions and listened to the presentation in earnest. “It is our (all the English teachers) hope that Mr. Bederian’s experiences in Vietnam that he shared have resonated with our students, and they now feel more connected to the characters in the book and can identify, in real life, how the humanity of people is truly impacted by war,” said LaPlante.

Tri-County RVTHS, located at 147 Pond Street in Franklin, is a recipient of the High Schools That Work Gold Achievement Award and serves the communities of Franklin, Medfield, Medway, Millis, Norfolk, North Attleboro, Plainville, Seekonk, Sherborn, Walpole, and Wrentham.

Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - Nov 13, 2018

Vision Statement

The Franklin Public Schools will foster within its students the knowledge and skills to find and achieve satisfaction in life as productive global citizens.

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.”

Call to Order - Dr. Ahern
Pledge of Allegiance
Moment of Silence

School Committee Organization
a) Election of Chair
b) Election of Vice Chair

1. Routine Business
a. Review of Agenda
b. Citizen’s Comments

i. In the spirit of open communication, “the School Committee will hear public comment not related to an agenda item at the beginning of each regular School Committee Meeting. The Committee will listen to, but not respond to any comment made. A Committee member may add an agenda item to a future meeting as a result of a citizen comment” – from Policy BEDH

c. FHS Student Representative Comments
d. Superintendent’s Report

2. Guests / Presentations
a. none

3. Discussion / Action Items
a. School Committee Goals
I recommend adoption of the School Committee Goals as discussed.
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/franklinmaps/files/uploads/discussion_actiona-scgoals.pdf

4. Discussion Only Items
a. none

5. Information Matters
a. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports (e.g. Budget; Community Relations; Policy; Transportation; Public Schools Advocacy; Ad Hoc Superintendent’s Evaluation)

b. School Committee Liaison Reports (e.g. Joint PCC; Substance Abuse Task Force; School Wellness Advisory Council [SWAC]; School Start Times Advisory Committee [SSTAC], MASC)

6. New Business
a. To discuss any future agenda items

7. Consent Agenda
a. Minutes
I recommend approval of the minutes from your October 23, 2018 School Committee meeting.
b. Transfers
I recommend approval of the budget transfers as detailed.
c. Parmenter Gifts
I recommend acceptance of two checks totaling $740.00 from the Parmenter PCC for field trips as detailed.
d. Jefferson Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $4,500.00 from the Jefferson PCC for field trips as detailed.
e. Davis Thayer Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $519.00 from the Davis Thayer PCC for field trips as detailed.
f. Keller Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $1,822.66 from O’Connor Portraiture, Inc. for supplemental supplies as detailed.

8. Payment of Bills Dr. Bergen

9. Payroll Mrs. Douglas

10. Correspondence 
– Student Activity Accounts – Miriam Goodman

11. Adjournment

The agenda document can be found online
https://www.franklinps.net/district/school-committee/files/school-committee-meeting-agenda-111318-org

The packet with documents for this meeting
https://www.franklinps.net/district/school-committee/pages/november-13-2018-school-committee-packet-documents

Parmenter School sign on Friday morning in the frosty sunrise

FHS Volleyball takes D1 Central-West Sectional Title for First Time

Josh Perry, the Managing Editor of HockomockSports.com, provides the game recap for the FHS volleyball win in the D1 Central-West Sectional.

"During a dominant regular season, Franklin was not pushed to five sets even once. In fact, the Panthers had only dropped three sets overall heading into the state tournament. 

In three postseason games, Franklin has gone to five sets all three times and has won all three of them. 

That pattern held again in the Div. 1 Central/West final on Saturday evening at Wellesley High. Franklin cruised through the first two sets, demonstrating why the Panthers are still unbeaten, but then Shrewsbury rallied to win two straight and force a decisive final set. Franklin jumped out early to win the fifth set 15-5 and secure the program’s first-ever sectional title. 

“You just have to work harder than the girls on the other side of the net, just want it, and I think it showed in the fifth set that they wanted it,” said first-year Franklin coach Kelsey Weymouth. “I’m beyond proud.”

Continue reading the article online
https://hockomocksports.com/franklin-goes-five-sets-to-win-first-ever-sectional-title/


Click here for a photo gallery from this game.
https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/2018-2019/Fall-2018/Franklin-Shrewsbury-Volleyball-11-10-18/

Libero Riley Marino (5) jumps for joy after a Franklin point during the D1 Central/West final at
Wellesley High. (Josh Perry/HockomockSports.com)

FHS plays Barnstable at FHS on Tuesday, Nov 13 in the State Semi-final

MIAA bracket for State finals  http://miaa.statebrackets.com/tmenu.cfm?tid=5047

The volleyball game is scheduled to start at 5 PM on Tuesday!

In the News: the Yankee Division and the MA role in WW I

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"New England’s largest infantry unit. A lifesaving war dog. A German attack on Cape Cod. 

These all contributed to the unique role Massachusetts played in World War I, which ended 100 years ago on Sunday. 

World War I, also known as the Great War, is often overshadowed by other historic wars. It was shorter, claimed fewer lives and the United States involvement was less extreme compared to other war efforts. 

The end of World War I was once known as “Armistice Day,” which was observed each year on Nov. 11. That changed, however, in the 1950s when President Dwight Eisenhower decided the day should include the recognition of World War II veterans, giving it the name still used today - Veterans Day."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20181110/100-years-ago-massachusetts-played-unique-role-in-wwi

Today's Veterans Day ceremony will begin at 1:30 PM on the Town Common and be followed by a reception at the Senior Center. 

Parking around the Town Common should be reserved for the older veterans. Parking at Horace Mann and the High School is also a short walk away. Parking alternatives can be found at the Charter School and the Public Library (closed today).

the Veterans Walkway in the rain on Saturday

Bricks can still be purchased. The Brick order form can be found online  https://post3402.org/documents
Make checks payable to Franklin VFW Post 3402

“The garden welcomes everyone”

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"Victoria Almeida knew she wanted a dedicated spot for her grandson, Tristan, to pay his respects to his dad whenever he felt the need. 

Ryan Trant, Tristan’s father, was 24 when he died in September 2017 after accidentally overdosing on fentanyl - an opioid known to be 80 to 100 times stronger than morphine, according to the United States Drug Enforcement Agency. 

“Ryan was cremated, so I didn’t have a place,” Almeida said. 

After months of fundraising and working with the Our Lady of Fatima Shrine in Holliston and Trant’s girlfriend, Mikaela DeMaria, Almeida was able to make that wish a reality."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20181110/holliston-butterfly-garden-dedicated-to-overdose-victims

https://www.facebook.com/ryansbutterflygarden/

Myfm 101.3 interview with Victoria Almeida
http://www.myfm1013.com/news/family-honors-sons-memory-with-butterly-garden-in-holliston-myfm-audio?

Zoning Board of Appeals: upcoming hearings - Nov 29

Zoning Board of Appeals - upcoming hearings:

Nov 29 - Applicant is seeking to convert an addition into an accessory dwelling unit
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/agendas/167_conlyn_avenue_-_newspaper_page_2.pdf

Nov 29 - Applicant is seeking to increase the impervious coverage to 26.40% where 25% is allowed
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/agendas/8_addison_avenue_-_newspaper_page_2.pdf

Nov 29 - Applicant is seeking to construct a 20’ X 5’ covered porch that is 35.6’ from the front setback where 40’ is required
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/agendas/17_sherman_avenue_-_newspaper_page_2.pdf

Nov 29 - Applicant is seeking to construct a 24’ X 28’ detached garage that is a replacement for a pre-existing, nonconforming shed and garage
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/agendas/205_west_central_street_-_newspaper_page_2.pdf

"The Zoning Board of Appeals currently consists of three (3) members and one (1) associate members appointed by the Town Administrator, subject to the confirmation by the Town Council, for terms of such length and so arranged that the term of one member shall expire each year. There is currently one (1) opening for associate member. 

The Board holds Public Hearings for variance requests, special permits (including gravel removal) and Chapter 40B applications. The Board also makes determinations on land use and zoning issues. All necessary forms and applications may be obtained through the Building Inspection Department and via Board of Appeals website. The Zoning Board of Appeals meets in Town Council Chambers at the Franklin Municipal Building on Thursday evenings usually twice a month."

http://www.franklinma.gov/zoning-board-appeals

http://www.franklinma.gov/zoning-board-appeals

Franklin Offices Closed on Monday - no delay in curb pickup schedule

Franklin, MA Town Offices are closed on Monday in observance of Veterans Day. There is no delay in the curb pickup schedule for trash and recycling.

Franklin Offices Closed on Monday - no delay in curb pickup schedule

The 2018-2019 Solid Waste mailer with the holiday schedule can be found online  
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gWaYUxbHiOJ3uJkRJf5AG7lmVGDQYpNI/view?usp=sharing

Franklin Cultural District Partnership Meeting - November 15, 7:15 PM

Dear Cultural District Partners,

The Cultural District Committee would like to remind you about our upcoming quarterly partnership meeting. The meeting will be next Thursday, November 15th, 7:15 PM at the Franklin TV and Radio Station, 23 Hutchinson Street.

Our meeting will begin with a short tour of the Franklin TV and radio facilities. During the meeting we will provide an update on the status of our Cultural District application, share a quick overview of our goals and marketing strategies, and will conclude with a brainstorming session regarding potential cross partnership activities for the future. 

We look forward to everyone's input and continuing our work together to promote the arts and the economic growth of downtown Franklin.

We hope to see you all on November 15th.

Sincerely,

The Franklin Cultural District Committee

Franklin Cultural District Partnership Meeting November 15, 7:15 PM

Opioid Awareness Education and NARCAN® coming to Library and YMCA

Via the SAFE Coalition which found this news to share

"Every public library and YMCA in the U.S. may soon be equipped with Narcan, in an effort to combat drug-related deaths by expanding access to the opioid-overdose-reversing naloxone nasal spray. 

Emergent BioSolutions, which this month completed its acquisition of Narcan maker Adapt Pharma, will provide a free kit including two doses of the nasal spray, as well as educational materials, to each of the 16,568 public libraries and 2,700 YMCAs in the U.S., according to an announcement released Wednesday. 

The initiative builds on the Narcan in Schools program, through which the company offers four free doses of Narcan to each U.S. high school, and up to eight doses to degree-granting two- or four-year institutions."

Continue reading the Time article
http://time.com/5432950/narcan-libraries-ymca/

American Libraries Magazine has a similar article
https://americanlibrariesmagazine.org/blogs/the-scoop/narcan-company-supply-free-narcan-to-libraries/

The press release can be found
http://investors.emergentbiosolutions.com/phoenix.zhtml?c=202582&p=irol-newsArticle&ID=2373258

emergentbiosolutions.com

Tri-County Freshman and Franklin resident, Will Doggett in the news

Tri-County Freshman and Franklin resident, Will Doggett, was featured on the CBS local news Thursday night. Will is going to be participating in his fourth Fenway Park Spartan Sprint tomorrow. Will is also a member of the TC Cross Country team.

"Fourteen year old Will Doggett trains in his Franklin backyard. Whether it’s running laps or hoisting himself up a tree on a rope, Will vows to be ready for his 4th Fenway Park Spartan Sprint on Saturday. 

“It’s basically an obstacle course. There are walls you have to climb over. There’s a spear throw, and there’s plenty of burpees you have to do,” he explains."

https://boston.cbslocal.com/2018/11/08/fenway-park-spartan-sprint-spartan-race-young-boy-trains-for-spartan-sprint/

Franklin Historical Museum: 100th Anniversary of the end of WW I

This month marks the 100th anniversary of the end of World War I. Many men from Franklin fought, not all made it home. 

The Franklin Historical Museum display honors those men, and features one in particular, Edward Leslie Grant.

Franklin Historical Museum: 100th Anniversary of the end of WW I (FHM photo)

The Franklin Historical Museum is located at 80 West Central Street.  The museum is open 

• Saturdays 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM; 
• Sundays 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 
• and Thursday evenings 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (except Nov, Dec, Jan, and Feb).

  
Handicap access is available at the back of the building.  Come by and discover Franklin's history, where our story began.

You can also visit the Historical Museum on the web at
http://franklinhistoricalmuseum.org/   

or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/FHM02038?