Friday, December 11, 2015

FHS winter sports, wrestling won; Lauren Rudolph is a 'Player to Watch'

From Hockomock Sports, we share the schedule for Friday's competition, the results of Thursday's wrestling match, as well as the "Players to Watch" outlook for Girls Basketball.


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Friday's competition

Girls Basketball


Franklin vs. Holy Name, 6:30

FHS Panthers
FHS Panthers

Swimming


Franklin @ Stoughton, 4:00

For the complete schedule around the Hockomock League on Friday
http://www.hockomocksports.com/fridays-schedule-scoreboard-121115/

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Thursday's Results

Wrestling


Franklin, 60 @ Stoughton, 24 – Final

For the other results around the Hockomock League on Thursday
http://www.hockomocksports.com/thursdays-schedule-scoreboard-121015/

Girls Basketball - Players to Watch


Lauren Rudolph, Franklin – Franklin is flying under the radar at the start of the season after losing a number of pieces from last year’s squad but one player who could make a big leap this winter is Rudolph. The senior wing has plenty of range, which works well in Franklin’s drive-and-kick attack and she has also developed the ability to take the ball to the basket as well. She suffered an injury during soccer last year that forced her to miss the beginning of the season, but this time around she is ready to jump in and become one of the primary scorers for the Panthers. There is talk that Franklin lacks some of the star power of recent seasons, but Rudolph has shown the potential over the last two years that she may be ready for a breakout.
Continue reading about all the players to watch for girls basketball here
http://www.hockomocksports.com/girls-basketball-ten-players-to-watch-in-2015-2016/

in the News: Franklin Police "wait and see"; children's school registration

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin

Dean College
Dean College
According to Team Ops’ website, no prior experience is necessary for applicants, and all training is provided prior to a first scheduled assignment. 
On Wednesday, Franklin Police Chief Stephan Semerjian said the department will “wait and see” how the situation plays out. 
“We’re certainly in discussion with the campus,” he said, adding that the department hasn’t had the chance to go over specifics on what Team Ops is responsible for and what police will have to pick up.

Continue reading the article online here (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20151210/NEWS/151219029/1994/NEWS



Registration for the Franklin Children’s School will take place beginning Jan. 22, 2016 and run through Feb. 7. 
The preschool will use a lottery system to fill all program openings. A priority will be given to all currently-enrolled FCS students, siblings and alumni. All applicants will be notified either by phone or email of their placement or waitlist status by Feb. 12.

Continue reading the article online here (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20151210/NEWS/151219420/1994/NEWS

Library Book sale and Holiday sing along

Monthly Library Book Sale - Saturday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM and the Bag sale - Sunday, 9:00 AM to Noon

Library book and bag sale 12/12-12/13
Library book and bag sale 12/12-12/13

And then Sunday, a Holiday sing along with Jamie Barrett at 3:00 PM

Holiday sign along - Jamie Barrett
Holiday sign along - Jamie Barrett

These items were shared from the Franklin Library page here
http://franklinpl.blogspot.com/2015/12/franklin-public-library-book-bag-sale.html

and here
http://franklinpl.blogspot.com/2015/12/holiday-sing-along-with-jamie-barrett.html

Thursday, December 10, 2015

Parmenter Holiday Shop

The Holiday Shop happens at Parmenter School today from 5:00 - 7:00 PM.

Holiday Shop - Dec 10
Holiday Shop

For more info about the Parmenter School check out their page on the web
http://parmenterelementary.vt-s.net/Pages/index

“On Monday, we found out everyone was terminated”

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin

"Dean College has announced its plan to eliminate its campus police force and hire a private security company, causing the campus police union to file a complaint against the school. 
The newly-formed Dean College Campus Police Association has filed with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and is alleging that after informing the school president last week of its intention to unionize, officers were let go. 
The would-be union’s attorney, Scott Dunlap, said federal law requires a union to notify an employer of the officers' intent to organize before a petition is filed with the NLRB, and he did so to Dean College President Dr. Paula Rooney at 5:30 p.m. Friday via email, he said. 
“On Monday, we found out everyone was terminated,” he said."

Continue reading the article online here (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20151209/NEWS/151206324/1994/NEWS?template=printart



BFCCPS student fund raising for Walk4Wells

Walk4Wells is a program run by Plan USA that raises money and awareness for people in third world communities that do not have local clean drinking water. Women and children in this situation have to walk an average of 3 miles a day just to get water, even if it isn't the cleanest it can be. 
Walk4Wells uses the money to install wells in the communities in need. Wells access water that is naturally filtered in underground water chambers. Franklin is community that also depends on well water like many other communities around the world. 
Right now, they are working in Burkina Faso, an African country that suffers greatly from this issue. People like us can raise money for them by hosting walkathons for their communities.




-Francisco Coakley

FHS Boys Basketball - Toy Drive for the Santa Foundation - Friday, Dec. 18



FHS Panthers
FHS Panthers
The FHS boys basketball team is hosting a toy drive on Friday, Dec. 18, at their freshman, junior varsity and varsity home games. Game times are at 3:30, 5 and 6:30 p.m. 
The team is asking for attendants to bring an unwrapped toy to the game, which will benefit the Santa Foundation in Franklin. 
In exchange for a donated toy, each participant will receive a chance to win a $50 Visa gift card.

http://franklin.wickedlocal.com/article/20151208/NEWS/151206821

Wednesday, December 9, 2015

“I shot it until I didn’t have any money left” (video)

From the Milford Daily News:
"The S.A.F.E. Coalition opened its community forum with a half-hour video depicting just how easy it is for youth to start taking opiates, get addicted, and overdose. 
The video, put together by the Mark Wahlberg Youth Foundation this year, depicts a high school student pressured by friends to bring some of the “good stuff” to a party. He raids his mother’s medicine cabinet. The film depicts he and his friends fall into a circle of pill popping and social withdrawal. His mom checks him into rehab, while his friend overdoses on heroin, his parents unaware he was even using."
Continue reading the article on line (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20151208/NEWS/151206626/1994/NEWS



  • The trailer for the film shown Tuesday night







  • The full 30 minute film





For additional information on the SAFE Coalition visit their webpage
http://safecoalitionma.com/

or find them on Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/safecoalitionma


News from the Franklin Neighbor Brigade

From Linda Gagnon, Franklin chapter leader of the Neighbor Brigade:
"Franklin Neighbor Brigade (NB) is active in the community presently operating with 203 volunteers. 
With varying month's of busyness, the brigade handled close to 300 requests this year. Additionally, there have been many extra moments that volunteers went above and beyond for their neighbors. What has been heart warming, is the giving focus especially during the holidays and the extra love to check in on recipients after they have moved out of crisis and adjusting to what we have called "the new normal". 
The illustration below shows the kinds of crisis NB takes part in. 
activity breakdown across the full Neighbor Brigade
activity breakdown across the full Neighbor Brigade

"Across the Neighbor Brigade network, we have served 3,210 requests for the year! 
We celebrate the impact this has brought to many of our recipient lives including our volunteers who often share like the following statement 
"I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate being a volunteer for Neighbor Brigade. The feeling that I get when dropping off a meal, a note, and a little extra cheer has left a mark on me. It has been a great experience for me and also for my children."


If you want to help with the Franklin Neighbor Brigade, visit their webpage
http://www.neighborbrigade.org/1-public/chapters/?chapter=FranklinMA


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Newsletter

December 2015

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Director's Letter

As Neighbor Brigade celebrates our fifth anniversary in 2015, we couldn't be prouder of how far we've come since Pam Manikas Washek first harnessed the power of "neighbors helping neighbors" in 2010. From one small band of Wayland neighbors stepping forward with meals, rides, home visits, pet care and more for families in crisis, Neighbor Brigade now boasts 5,000 volunteers in 29 chapters across eastern Massachusetts from Charlestown and Needham to North Attleboro and West Bridgewater. Our chapters not only step forward year-round in times of immediate crisis, but as you will see below many of our chapters have initiated gift-collections and food drives for families and individuals that need a little extra support over the holidays. These spontaneous acts of kindness by our chapters - over and above our core mission - give us further resolve to continue strengthening Neighbor Brigade for many years to come.
We are at an important junction for the organization. In the first half of 2016 we hope to launch new chapters across Massachusetts and beyond, broadening our service area to help neighbors in need. But to do this we need your help. With each new chapter funding is even more critical to sustain and grow our programs: Donations support our software platform, chapter leader support and outreach materials, staffing, and other necessities down to office supplies and technical support. Your donation to our upcoming annual appeal will ensure the continuation of Pam Washek's vision for the growth of Neighbor Brigade as a household name.
We are grateful to the individuals and corporation that stepped forward to support our Pam's Run event back in October, and we hope you consider a renewed gift this holiday season to keep our programs running at full speed.
Wishing you happy and healthy holidays,
Stephanie Lawrence

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Neighbor Brigade
P.O. Box 248
Lexington, MA 02420
781.325.8580

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FHS Peer Leaders collecting through Dec 11th


FHS Peer Leaders collecting for Dec 2015
FHS Peer Leaders collecting for Dec 2015
"Attention FHS Parents!

Please consider making a cash or check donation to "Light up a Life"!

Light up a Life is a charity FHS Peer Leaders runs with the Santa Foundation to raise money and purchase Christmas gifts for local families in need.

Every penny counts!

FHS Peer Leaders are collecting from students until this Friday, Dec 11th.
This one last push will help FHS Peer Leaders to reach their total goal!

Checks payable to Town of Franklin.

Thank you!"


FHS Music Department Winter Concert - Dec 9 - 7:00 PM


Wednesday, December 9th at 7:00pm in the Auditorium 
Close to 200 students performing in Chorus, Select Chorus,Orchestra, Concert Band and Wind Ensemble

FHS Music Department Winter Concert - Dec 9 - 7:00 PM
FHS Music Department Winter Concert - Dec 9 - 7:00 PM


The link to the FHS Daily News feed as shown in the screen grab can be found here:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1REiMQYV0i_jZ7LY_0haAy4_un1oa-sbf1gg-37BLzxk/pubhtml?gid=0&single=true&widget=true&headers=false

Tuesday, December 8, 2015

Franklin, MA: School Committee - agenda - Dec 8, 2015

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.

AGENDA
"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."


1. Routine Business

the key to learning
the key to learning

  • Citizen’s Comments
  • Review of Agenda
  • Minutes: I recommend approval of the minutes from the October 27, 2015 meeting, the November 10, 2015 Organizational meeting and the November 30, 2015 training session.
  • Payment of Bills Dr. O’Malley
  • Payroll Mrs. Douglas
  • FHS Student Representatives
  • Correspondence: Budget to Actual – Miriam Goodman


2. Guests/Presentations


  • Best Buddies Grants – Sue Streeter
  • Snow Presentation – DPW
  • PARCC / MCAS Update – Joyce Edwards


3. Action Items

1. I recommend approval for the Parmenter Elementary School 5th Graders to travel to The Vets in Providence, RI on Tuesday, April 12, 2016 for a concert.
2. I recommend approval for the Kennedy Elementary School 3rd and 5th graders to travel to the Vets in Providence, RI on Thursday, April 14, 2016 for a concert
3. I recommend approval of the following FHS Sports Trips:

1. FHS Boys Ice Hockey Team to Woonsocket, RI for a 3- day competition 12/28, 29 and 30, 2015 at Mount St. Charles.
2. FHS Wrestling Team to Bristol, RI on 12/12/15 for the Mount Hope Invitational Tournament.
3. FHS Boys Ice Hockey Team to Providence College on 12/18/15 for a game vs. Canton.
4. I recommend the recommendation of Mrs. Minkle to declare 13 broken music stands as surplus.
5. I recommend acceptance of a check for $300.00 from BJ’s Wholesale Club for districtwide in-house enrichment.
6. I recommend acceptance of a check for $5,000.00 from Alma R. DeBaggis for a scholarship.
7. I recommend acceptance of a check for $1,079.26 from O’Connor Studios for supplemental supplies at Davis Thayer Elementary School.
8. I recommend acceptance of the following checks for Keller Elementary School:
1. Samuel Winer Family - $2,000.00 Supplemental Supplies
2. O’Connor Studios - $2,244.57 Supplemental Supplies
9. I recommend acceptance of the three checks totaling $4,547.00 from Oak Street PCC for Field Trips/in-house enrichment.
10. I recommend acceptance of a check for $200.00 from Westat for in house enrichment at FHS.
11. I recommend acceptance of a check for $1,000.00 from the Kennedy PCC for field trips.
12. I recommend acceptance of two checks, totaling $2,175.00 from the Parmenter PCC for Field Trips.
13. I recommend approval of the request of Peter Light for Strive students to travel to the Stadium Theater in Woonsocket, RI for a viewing of Peter Pan on February 21, 2016 as detailed.
14. I recommend approval of the request of Mr. Light for new clubs with associated activity accounts as detailed.


4. Information Matters


  • Superintendent’s Report
  • School Committee Sub-Committee Reports
  • School Committee Liaison Reports


5. New Business


  • To discuss future business that may be brought before the School Committee.


6. Executive Session


  • Purpose of negotiation strategy with FEA


7. Adjourn

Senior Center: Memory Cafe - Dec 17th

December's Memory Café will be held on December 17th from 3:00-4:30 at the Franklin Senior center. This month's cafe will feature two singer/guitarists. Lance Tribe and Tim Sawyer will be playing some popular and some original tunes!

The Memory Café is open to the public and is free of charge. It is offered to Caregivers and their loved ones living with dementia. We offer a safe, supportive environment where we socialize, have refreshments and just enjoy each other's company!

Please call the Senior Center at 508-520-4945 to let us know you would like to attend. We need to have a count for this café! The memory café meets from 3:00-4:30 p.m.


Franklin Senior Center
Franklin Senior Center
For additional information on other services and events at the Senior Center, visit them online  http://town.franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_Senior/index

Do you know what you did? HMEA thanks you for donating!



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Because of you...

...60 people will enjoy the gift of expressive arts this winter season. 

#artforhmea has raised quite the interest as our #GivingTuesday initiative this year. We are truly humbled by the number of donations that have come in over the past few days and by the response we have seen from our supporters via social media.

Art therapy is just one of many activities that HMEA offers the people we support. Just like you and me, people with disabilities have a variety of different interests, ranging from art, to gardening, to music, to yoga and so much more.

But, arts & crafts seem to be the most popular during the winter months; likely due to the numerous ideas for crafts brought out by the holiday season and the difficulty in getting outdoors. 

Your combined donation of $1500 will give 60 people the gift of art. 

With over 300 people in our art therapy program, we still have a ways go to give everyone gift of art this holiday season.


If you haven't given yet, there is still time. And, if you have already given, we thank you for your special gift. 

*WMRC First Class Radio has partnered with HMEA as media sponsor for this initiative and has offered to match funds raised for #artforhmea with an in-kind advertising donation of up to $2,000 to be used for future events benefiting individuals supported by HMEA.

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