Superintendent Maureen Sabolinski, Business Manager Miriam Goodman, Asst Supt. Sally Winslow
Initial budget presented in Jan, updated in Mar, this will be a brief update
Projected revenue from State stabilization funds and from Life Long Learning = ~ $900,000
Increased revenue from tiered sports fees ($150 - $450)
Reductions in personnel (15 teachers) and services (3 less buses, shortened day for elementary)
Shortened day in elementary schools by one day
Activities monitors currently provide coverage so that teachers can have their contractually obligated preparation time, this is a reduction in cost as well as saving 3 teacher positions at the elementary
If this can not be negotiated with the teachers, then these three positions would also be cut for a total of 10 from the elementary schools
Class size would be about 30 students in the 6th grade with the split team model as proposed.
Students would not get recess on the one elementary shortened day but all other normal activities would be covered
Elementary principals
Lost 27 classroom teachers since 2008 school year, enrollment dropped 150 students still resulting in higher class sizes
Librarians were cut but curriculum on resource skills are not taught, teachers lost access to the librarians for assistance with with classroom requirements
Technology CETs were cut, so computer training and assistance is totally upon the teachers
Shortened day is only one day a week, approximately 60-75 minutes
Won't be recess on that day, (20 minutes gained) losing 50 minutes of academic time but the district is still above the 900 hours that the State requires
Class size has a direct impact on student learning, increases in class size make it more difficult with the standards maintained or increases, teachers are doing a fantastic job, teachers are working harder and harder
You see it in assessments and special education referrals
You see it directly in performance
Elementary teachers are generalists and required for preparation in 5 different subject areas
Losing the support of the CETs and Librarians has an impact on the teacher prep and hence delivery in the classroom
No Child Left Behind makes requirements by law on delivery of services where there are students struggling
What do you think of the argument that the Town doesn't see the effects of the budget cuts?
This won't last, it is not an automatic and quick decline, it is harder to see but we are living it everyday
I think the dedicated people in this room feel it is all about the child, it is in our position to do everything we can with it to help the students.
When I started we had 547 session of three years, we are down to 140 sessions over three years, so we still have foreign language but not as much as we did. You don't want to show pain at the expense of the child.
The child is a first grader only once. Will the pain hit? Who will it hurt?
Four years ago, our K-2 were within guidelines, we are hearing from parents, there will not be an anomaly across the district, we are not hiding teachers. That is the decision for the override, it is all about class size
The decision to shorten the day is odious but between keeping three teachers and shortening the day, we'll keep the teachers.
The decisions we have made haven't made it up to the high school yet to show the impact on SATs and college placements.
Middle School
4 - 7th and 8th positions were cut
4 - 6th grade
3 - music positions
general music class was entirely eliminated, no general music instruction
no librarians for 10,000 volumes
health PE position reduced by 3
1 guidance position
3 foreign language positions
A lot of these reductions were done trying to provide the least impact on students
One teacher traveling around the district for choral
class size will increase, how quickly will you see the impact, the principals will be dealing with issues that perhaps would have been dealt with in the classroom with a smaller class
The results of the MetroWest Health services are showing issues
We don't off French in the middle schools, students need to choose between Latin or Spanish
How important is the middle school model?
Major movement away from the Jr High model, what students are facing with the social media effects outside the schools, during the time in the middle schools, we get to know our students, the soft skills are incorporated into the curriculum, when you think of the zero m-2 (walking and talking) but when you think of the 11-13 (this is even more important)
This carries over to the high school and helps to determine the success there
We also look at middle school to explore all aspect of the curriculum, we have run out of places to cut at the elementary, we are getting there at the middle school, what will the program look like? These will be challenging and difficult discussions if we don't have sufficient funding.
High School
I look back at what public schools were supposed to be, it has gotten to the point where the test scores, recalling a series of facts in three curriculum content areas is misleading. These three things are not the only ones that count. The things that don't get measured, especially loving to learn goes by the wayside. Narrowing the curriculum is really dangerous.
One of the barometers I use is do the 8th grade parents feel confident sending their kids here. I'll sepaparet
9% chose private (Xaverian, Bsish Feehan) two years ago
13% chose private last year
this year 8.5%
This is good
6% chose Tri-County two years ago
13% more than doubled last year (68 students)
13% is the same this year (68 students)
they provide a much broader frame of services for the hands on education, Tri-County continues to provide that compared to what we have cut and no longer offer.
there is an increase in special ed referrals, especially for the first time in the 9th grade
We went through a major schedule change as a result of increasing class sizes over the years
It had gotten to an unacceptable level
We did significantly change the schedule to bring the class sizes in the core areas down
What happened to the students, they lost opportunities to take electives
Instead of 150 papers, they are correcting 120-125
From the students, there is a narrower curriculum
special education student are forced to chose between an elective and a language
From a teachers stand point, a concept that would be hard to understand for the Town, common planning time was eliminated, try doing that in any business, they would not be able to function long term
Common assessment no matter what teacher has each student, the issue is that there is nothing done with that evaluation to meet the changing needs of the students
The curriculum needs to change, no amount of good instruction replaces the time and changes in the curriculum to meet the needs required
Lost 2 asst principals
recommendations are for 10-12 per evaluator, we are currently at 40 per evaluator
the transmission isn't firing, we can't be as quick to react
Founded on the concept of free public education, yet the district is requiring the students and families to pay for things that otherwise they shouldn't be
What are we and where are we going?
Guidance services are barely meeting the NEASC requirements
approx 300 students per counselor
sets up a two-tier system, families with means can go outside to find a "college coach"
There is an interest but we can not pursue improving technology due to lack of resources
Tri-County per pupil is 17,000 versus the 10,000 in Franklin
we lose the Chap 70 revenue and get hit with the higher cost for the students going to Tri-County
We had a model with four asst principals, each took a grade and a set of teachers for evaluations, plus other responsibilities for overall education within the building
We needed someone to look at the overall educational requirements regarding data to support the educational requirements, we dedicated one asst principal to do so, leaving the other two asst principals to split the four classes amongst themselves
Anybody can do disciple or the pain and punishment, what should be done is what can be done to improve the students ability to access the curriculum
When you cut out the R&D, you can go too long without having isues
Supervision and evaluation is the most important thing we can do, the other role is plant management, either is a full time job
Research says 10-12 teachers per evaluator, we range 40-60 currently, we are using some of the core teachers to handle some of the plant management (i.e running fire drills, etc.).
Shared facilities, the issues differ significantly in elementary from the middle school
We are chartered with providing a safe learning environment
We are in contact with the parents on a daily basis
We are being pulled in many directions
One of the poorest school district rallies behind their schools
Then I come back to a gem and we are tearing it bits and pieces away
It really is criminal with what we are doing
The teachers and administration are preparing the students to live in the new world
We are beyond efficiency
Natalie Roy
ten years ago, I had much different resources than they do now
our high schoolers are performing well going on to good schools, they are not getting what I got.
there is a rather severe gap
(reading line items of the budget, if a hold is requested, additional time will be spent on that item)
librarians - hold (Sue)
professional development - hold (Sue)
text books, media materials - hold (Bill)
instructional software - hold (Sue)
increase due to library assistances, likely a recoding of a position to more correctly reflect the proper reporting (other line item is going down)
professional development - a reclassification of education previously allocated to special ed teachers but is really for all teachers who need crisis training
text books, media materials - totally up to the principals, this is replacement of existing text books (lost worn out), or to accommodate increased enrollment
instructional software - annual maintenance cost for licensing, ed line, electronic report cards for elementary
Closing the budget hearing
motion to approve the budget, passed 7-0
Franklin, MA
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Live reporting - Latin recognitions
2. Guests/Presentations
a. FHS Latin Exam Certificates
Three FHS Latin teachers assisted SchCom Chair Jeff Roy in presenting the certificates
b. FHS Jr. Classical League State Latin Convention Certificates
c. Pawtucket Red Sox – Significantly Improved Students (FHS)
Franklin, MA
a. FHS Latin Exam Certificates
Three FHS Latin teachers assisted SchCom Chair Jeff Roy in presenting the certificates
b. FHS Jr. Classical League State Latin Convention Certificates
c. Pawtucket Red Sox – Significantly Improved Students (FHS)
Franklin, MA
Live reporting - School Committee Meeting
Present: Douglas, Cafasso, Rohrbach, Mullen, Roy, Trahan, Glynn
Absent: none
1. Routine Business
Citizen’s Comments - none
Review of Agenda - no adjustments
Minutes: I recommend approval of the minutes from the Open and Executive Sessions of the May 11, 2010 School Committee Meeting and the Executive Session minutes of the April 27, 2010 School Committee meeting. motion to approve, passed 7-0
Payment of Bills - Mr. Glynn motion to approve, passed 7-0
Payroll - Mrs. Douglas
FHS Student Representatives
Correspondence:
Franklin, MA
Absent: none
1. Routine Business
Citizen’s Comments - none
Review of Agenda - no adjustments
Minutes: I recommend approval of the minutes from the Open and Executive Sessions of the May 11, 2010 School Committee Meeting and the Executive Session minutes of the April 27, 2010 School Committee meeting. motion to approve, passed 7-0
Payment of Bills - Mr. Glynn motion to approve, passed 7-0
Payroll - Mrs. Douglas
FHS Student Representatives
Correspondence:
1. Letter from Mrs. Bullers
2. Letter from Mrs. Jacoby
3. Letter from Mrs. Juszczyszyn
4. Letter from Mrs. LaRoche
5. Letter from Mrs. Lipson
6. Letter from Mrs. Masters
Franklin, MA
Town Council - 4th of July Committee report
4th of July cost for the 4-5 days is between $80,000 - $100,000.
$50,000 is generally seed money to get started, without that nugget commitment for the next year is a problem.
An annual mailing is planned for the fund raising for this event.
At the fire works, Franklin residents will be waved through to park, those without stickers, i.e. non-residents would be asked for a dollar contribution.
The soda booth has been taken over by the committee to generate some revenue for the event.
The committee is looking for more help to run the event.
New food booths will be out on the Town Common. The prior ones were too old and worn to continue with this year. The others were 'hand me downs' from other sites and reused.
They could do a '50/50' but would need to pull a permit.
The committee is looking to have the Town waive the permit fees for the 4th of July event.
This will come up for a vote at a future Council meeting.
Contributions for this cause can be made to
http://july4thfranklinma.com/
$50,000 is generally seed money to get started, without that nugget commitment for the next year is a problem.
An annual mailing is planned for the fund raising for this event.
At the fire works, Franklin residents will be waved through to park, those without stickers, i.e. non-residents would be asked for a dollar contribution.
The soda booth has been taken over by the committee to generate some revenue for the event.
The committee is looking for more help to run the event.
New food booths will be out on the Town Common. The prior ones were too old and worn to continue with this year. The others were 'hand me downs' from other sites and reused.
They could do a '50/50' but would need to pull a permit.
The committee is looking to have the Town waive the permit fees for the 4th of July event.
This will come up for a vote at a future Council meeting.
Contributions for this cause can be made to
The web site can be found here:
- Franklin 4th of July Coalition
- PO Box 152
- Franklin, MA 02038
http://july4thfranklinma.com/
Town Council - Recycling Committee Report
Reported on via the on-demand video from the Council meeting of 5/19/10
http://view.liveindexer.com/ViewIndexSessionSL.aspx?ecm=634104006582854787&indexSessionSKU=LipBejLy3Ekw0Fr8MHD//g%3D%3D&siteSKU=L7qhQ46xin/r3Z0jcDVCNw%3D%3D
Original goals:
Increase curbside recycling
100% recycling in schools
Recycling on Town Common/Fields
Investigate automated trash system
Increase curbside recycling increase by 3.6% (goal was to increase 2%)
Recycling increase on common and fields but work remains to be done
Need to keep oversight on automated trash process to ensure recycling increases
Both trash and recycling have a fixed cost for the pickup
The more recycling we save on the cost to burn the trash (i.e. less trash).
Recommendations
1 - subcommittee to do an annual review of solid waste (due to contract dependence upon recycling rates)
2 - follow up on indoor facilities to ensure recycling on what should be recycled is being done at Town facilities (schools, etc.)
3 - continue to work on public spaces (Town Common and fields)
4 - Beaver St, to maximize breakdown of refrigerators into resalable items
Recycling charter committee expires on June 30, 2010
Franklin, MA
http://view.liveindexer.com/ViewIndexSessionSL.aspx?ecm=634104006582854787&indexSessionSKU=LipBejLy3Ekw0Fr8MHD//g%3D%3D&siteSKU=L7qhQ46xin/r3Z0jcDVCNw%3D%3D
Original goals:
Increase curbside recycling
100% recycling in schools
Recycling on Town Common/Fields
Investigate automated trash system
Increase curbside recycling increase by 3.6% (goal was to increase 2%)
Recycling increase on common and fields but work remains to be done
Need to keep oversight on automated trash process to ensure recycling increases
Both trash and recycling have a fixed cost for the pickup
The more recycling we save on the cost to burn the trash (i.e. less trash).
Recommendations
1 - subcommittee to do an annual review of solid waste (due to contract dependence upon recycling rates)
2 - follow up on indoor facilities to ensure recycling on what should be recycled is being done at Town facilities (schools, etc.)
3 - continue to work on public spaces (Town Common and fields)
4 - Beaver St, to maximize breakdown of refrigerators into resalable items
Recycling charter committee expires on June 30, 2010
Franklin, MA
Franklin Facts: High performing school district
High performing school district: Franklin has always been a community with high expectations for its schools – in academics, in athletics, in the arts and in community service. Our focus on the classroom delivers a consistently high‐performing school district. Students and parents here have enjoyed a high return with minimal investment. Our children face an increasingly competitive and demanding world. We must continue to invest in their future.
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The special election on June 8th gives Franklin voters the choice:
I'll help to provide the information. You need to do two things:
You get bonus points if you talk with your neighbors about this and get them to vote!
Additional information on the override can be found here:
http://investinfranklin.weebly.com/index.html
http://franklinschoolcommittee.wordpress.com/override-page/
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2010/05/budget-override-collection-fy-2011.html
Franklin, MA
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The special election on June 8th gives Franklin voters the choice:
- Increase taxes to continue to provide the services we have this year (and that does not restore any of the services already cut)
- Continue to cut municipal services for all and cut educational opportunities for our children
I'll help to provide the information. You need to do two things:
- Make your choice
- Vote on June 8th
You get bonus points if you talk with your neighbors about this and get them to vote!
Additional information on the override can be found here:
http://investinfranklin.weebly.com/index.html
http://franklinschoolcommittee.wordpress.com/override-page/
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2010/05/budget-override-collection-fy-2011.html
Franklin, MA
"It's an investment not just in our town, but in our kids"
In a forum to discuss the town's finances and the June 8 override vote, some residents asked what the cuts will really mean if a Proposition 2 1/2 tax override is not passed.
"It's cutting down to the bone. If the override fails, the (harm) will start (to show). If we want the (standards) to be maintained, we're going to have to invest more," said Town Councilor Shannon Zollo.
Read the full article in the Milford Daily News here:
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/x88774700/Case-made-for-Franklin-tax-override
Franklin, MA
Monday, May 24, 2010
Charles River Watershed Assoc - Live broadcast
The live broadcast of the presentation and discussion began at 7:00 PM and ended a little after 8:00 PM. Unfortunately due to some technical difficulty, it is not available for rebroadcast.
Free live streaming by Ustream
Franklin, MA
Free live streaming by Ustream
Franklin, MA
follow the money
Remember that today you get to make a choice between water and money
2 - Also that same night at the same time in the Council Chambers on the 2nd floor of the Municipal Bldg, the Charles River Watershed Association will make a presentation on a storm water management plan to reduce phosphorus from the Spruce Pond Brook sub-basin.
As much as water is important, I had planned to "follow the money".
I just received an email that the cable folks are broadcasting the Town Forum at Horace Mann and I have been asked to broadcast the CRWA presentation at the Council Chambers. I really would like to be part of the Horace Mann discussion but Franklin would benefit more from having both available.
Stay tuned for a live broadcast of the CRWA presentation!
Franklin, MA
1 - The open forum on the Franklin override vote for $3 million dollars will be held at the Horace Mann/Thomas Mercer Auditorium at 7:00 PM. Members of Town Council, and School Committee amongst others will be available for questions and discussion on the budget details.
As much as water is important, I had planned to "follow the money".
I just received an email that the cable folks are broadcasting the Town Forum at Horace Mann and I have been asked to broadcast the CRWA presentation at the Council Chambers. I really would like to be part of the Horace Mann discussion but Franklin would benefit more from having both available.
Stay tuned for a live broadcast of the CRWA presentation!
Franklin, MA
Franklin Facts: tax burden
Tax burden: Your property taxes fund less than half the Town budget – the rest comes from state aid and other sources. Our tax burden, defined as average property tax bill divided by median family income, ranks 26th out of 30 comparable towns. This means that in only four of those 30 peer towns do the residents contribute less of their income in the form of property taxes to support their town than do the residents of Franklin.
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The special election on June 8th gives Franklin voters the choice:
I'll help to provide the information. You need to do two things:
You get bonus points if you talk with your neighbors about this and get them to vote!
Additional information on the override can be found here:
http://investinfranklin.weebly.com/index.html
http://franklinschoolcommittee.wordpress.com/override-page/
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2010/05/budget-override-collection-fy-2011.html
Franklin, MA
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The special election on June 8th gives Franklin voters the choice:
- Increase taxes to continue to provide the services we have this year (and that does not restore any of the services already cut)
- Continue to cut municipal services for all and cut educational opportunities for our children
I'll help to provide the information. You need to do two things:
- Make your choice
- Vote on June 8th
You get bonus points if you talk with your neighbors about this and get them to vote!
Additional information on the override can be found here:
http://investinfranklin.weebly.com/index.html
http://franklinschoolcommittee.wordpress.com/override-page/
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2010/05/budget-override-collection-fy-2011.html
Franklin, MA
HMEA: 5K, Walk and Family Fun day!
HMEA held their 9th Annual Independence 5K Run/Walk in the Park on the ground of EMC in Franklin on Sunday, May 23. 297 runners completed the 5K and hundreds of walkers came out for the event where the sun gradually brought thought the clouds.
Many volunteers came out early to set up for the family fun day. The mysterious Mr Cone Head Man even made an appearance:
Once the set up was complete the volunteers were busy distributing race day packages and t-shirts. The opening ceremonies were held on the main field then everyone moved out to the balloon arch for the start of the 5K and walk. Gene Lavanchy was master of ceremonies:
After the race and walk finished, the clouds looked like they were going to rain on the festivities. Franklin Fire Dept's Tower 1 unit was sent up to check out the situation.
Many kids were attracted to the fire truck as it reached great heights. They lined up to get a view from the tower platform when the unit returned to ground level.
The kids race on the field awarded lollipops to the finishers. Soon the full set of 5K Race age category winners were announced.
WalMart presented a donation. Derek Bergeron of the Plainville Redemption Center program was recognized as the winner of this year’s Kelly Mendall Spirit award.
All those who participated in Franklin on Sunday had a great day. Why?
If you have not made a contribution to HMEA yet, there is plenty of time.
If you'd like to contribute as part of my fund raising, follow this link: http://www.firstgiving.com/stephensherlock
Or go directly to the HMEA website here HMEA.org.
Franklin, MA
Many volunteers came out early to set up for the family fun day. The mysterious Mr Cone Head Man even made an appearance:
Once the set up was complete the volunteers were busy distributing race day packages and t-shirts. The opening ceremonies were held on the main field then everyone moved out to the balloon arch for the start of the 5K and walk. Gene Lavanchy was master of ceremonies:
After the race and walk finished, the clouds looked like they were going to rain on the festivities. Franklin Fire Dept's Tower 1 unit was sent up to check out the situation.
Many kids were attracted to the fire truck as it reached great heights. They lined up to get a view from the tower platform when the unit returned to ground level.
The kids race on the field awarded lollipops to the finishers. Soon the full set of 5K Race age category winners were announced.
WalMart presented a donation. Derek Bergeron of the Plainville Redemption Center program was recognized as the winner of this year’s Kelly Mendall Spirit award.
All those who participated in Franklin on Sunday had a great day. Why?
"We believe in the power of dreams and not the limitations of disability."
If you have not made a contribution to HMEA yet, there is plenty of time.
If you'd like to contribute as part of my fund raising, follow this link: http://www.firstgiving.com/stephensherlock
Or go directly to the HMEA website here HMEA.org.
Franklin, MA
Sunday, May 23, 2010
Franklin, MA: the choice we have
There is a lot of good information in this presentation.
Of particular interest:
Slide 6 - which compares the student population and the number of teachers. This means class size will increase. This means children will get less direct and personal attention from the one person in the classroom that should be providing it. We have already seen a decline in some areas of the student population on the MCAS results. Those student populations are the early warning signs. We can either listen to the "canary in the mine" or ignore it and suffer the consequences.
Slide 9 - which shows the growth of the special education funding as a percent of the over all school budget. Bill Glynn raised this point in his essay on Friday.
Slides 10-15 - which cover aspects of the educational programs that have been cut over the years to make ends meet. This is how I got involved in reporting and sharing information here. My daughters were fortunate to graduate from FHS in 2004 and 2006. While there were changes in what was available to them during their time in the school system, the changes since then are more drastic. The education kids in the Franklin schools are getting today is NOT what my daughters got just a few years ago.
The special election on June 8th gives Franklin voters the choice:
I'll help to provide the information. You need to do two things:
You get bonus points if you talk with your neighbors about this and get them to vote!
Note: updated with audio to accompany the slides
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me. I'll make time to review what I know to help you.
Franklin, MA
Of particular interest:
Slide 6 - which compares the student population and the number of teachers. This means class size will increase. This means children will get less direct and personal attention from the one person in the classroom that should be providing it. We have already seen a decline in some areas of the student population on the MCAS results. Those student populations are the early warning signs. We can either listen to the "canary in the mine" or ignore it and suffer the consequences.
Slide 9 - which shows the growth of the special education funding as a percent of the over all school budget. Bill Glynn raised this point in his essay on Friday.
Slides 10-15 - which cover aspects of the educational programs that have been cut over the years to make ends meet. This is how I got involved in reporting and sharing information here. My daughters were fortunate to graduate from FHS in 2004 and 2006. While there were changes in what was available to them during their time in the school system, the changes since then are more drastic. The education kids in the Franklin schools are getting today is NOT what my daughters got just a few years ago.
The special election on June 8th gives Franklin voters the choice:
- Increase taxes to continue to provide the services we have this year (and that does not restore any of the services already cut).
- Continue to cut municipal services for all and cut educational opportunities for our children.
I'll help to provide the information. You need to do two things:
- Make your choice
- Vote on June 8th
You get bonus points if you talk with your neighbors about this and get them to vote!
Note: updated with audio to accompany the slides
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me. I'll make time to review what I know to help you.
Franklin, MA
Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - 5/25/10
1. Routine Business
Citizen’s Comments
Review of Agenda
Minutes: I recommend approval of the minutes from the Open and Executive Sessions of the May 11, 2010 School Committee Meeting and the Executive Session minutes of the April 27, 2010 School Committee meeting.
Payment of Bills Mr. Glynn
Payroll Mrs. Douglas
FHS Student Representatives
Correspondence:
2. Guests/Presentations
a. FHS Latin Exam Certificates
b. FHS Jr. Classical League State Latin Convention Certificates
c. Pawtucket Red Sox – Significantly Improved Students (FHS)
d. FY2011 Budget Hearing
3. Discussion Only Items
Second Reading – Policy JJFG Disposition of Student Activity Account
Budget to Actual / Transfers
MASC Regional Meeting / Proposed Reductions to full day Kindergarten Grant
4. Action Items
a. I recommend adoption of Policy JJFG Disposition of Student Activity Account.
b. I recommend budget transfers as detailed.
c. I recommend acceptance of a check for $125.00 from the Kennedy PCC for a nurse for the field trip to Southwick Zoo on May 27, 2010.
d. I recommend acceptance of a check for $500.00 from the Kennedy PCC for buses for the field trip to Southwick Zoo on May 27, 2010.
e. I recommend acceptance of the donation of a set of basketball hoops from the Recreation Department.
f. I recommend acceptance of a check for $100.00 from Patricia M. Bishop (Class of 1960) for a FHS Scholarship.
g. I recommend acceptance of a check for $1000.00 from James M. Betts for a FHS Scholarship.
h. I recommend acceptance of four checks ($2500.00) from the Guidrey Family for FHS Scholarships
j. I recommend approval of the FHS trip for four students to compete in the National Jr. Classical League State Convention at the University of North Dakota from July 26, 2010 to August 1, 2010 as detailed.
k. I recommend acceptance of a check for $250.00 from Let Us Never Forget for a FHS Scholarship in memory of Shane Cabino.
l. I recommend acceptance of a check for $543.98 from Lifetouch Pictures for ECDC in-house enrichment.
5. Information Matters
Superintendent’s Report
a. Backpack Bulletin
b. Principal’s Searches
c. National Honor Society
School Committee Sub-Committee Reports
School Committee Liaison Reports
6. New Business
To discuss future business that may be brought before the School Committee.
7. Executive Session
Contractual Negotiations
8. Adjourn
Franklin, MA
Citizen’s Comments
Review of Agenda
Minutes: I recommend approval of the minutes from the Open and Executive Sessions of the May 11, 2010 School Committee Meeting and the Executive Session minutes of the April 27, 2010 School Committee meeting.
Payment of Bills Mr. Glynn
Payroll Mrs. Douglas
FHS Student Representatives
Correspondence:
1. Letter from Mrs. Bullers
2. Letter from Mrs. Jacoby
3. Letter from Mrs. Juszczyszyn
4. Letter from Mrs. LaRoche
5. Letter from Mrs. Lipson
6. Letter from Mrs. Masters
2. Guests/Presentations
a. FHS Latin Exam Certificates
b. FHS Jr. Classical League State Latin Convention Certificates
c. Pawtucket Red Sox – Significantly Improved Students (FHS)
d. FY2011 Budget Hearing
3. Discussion Only Items
Second Reading – Policy JJFG Disposition of Student Activity Account
Budget to Actual / Transfers
MASC Regional Meeting / Proposed Reductions to full day Kindergarten Grant
4. Action Items
a. I recommend adoption of Policy JJFG Disposition of Student Activity Account.
b. I recommend budget transfers as detailed.
c. I recommend acceptance of a check for $125.00 from the Kennedy PCC for a nurse for the field trip to Southwick Zoo on May 27, 2010.
d. I recommend acceptance of a check for $500.00 from the Kennedy PCC for buses for the field trip to Southwick Zoo on May 27, 2010.
e. I recommend acceptance of the donation of a set of basketball hoops from the Recreation Department.
f. I recommend acceptance of a check for $100.00 from Patricia M. Bishop (Class of 1960) for a FHS Scholarship.
g. I recommend acceptance of a check for $1000.00 from James M. Betts for a FHS Scholarship.
h. I recommend acceptance of four checks ($2500.00) from the Guidrey Family for FHS Scholarships
1. Philip & Jennifer Guidrey $500.00
2. Alan Guidrey $500.00
3. Janet Guidrey $500.00
4. Nancy Lovely $1000.00i. I recommend acceptance of a check for $1250.00 from the FHS PCC for large screen projectors for Class Day and Graduation.
j. I recommend approval of the FHS trip for four students to compete in the National Jr. Classical League State Convention at the University of North Dakota from July 26, 2010 to August 1, 2010 as detailed.
k. I recommend acceptance of a check for $250.00 from Let Us Never Forget for a FHS Scholarship in memory of Shane Cabino.
l. I recommend acceptance of a check for $543.98 from Lifetouch Pictures for ECDC in-house enrichment.
5. Information Matters
Superintendent’s Report
a. Backpack Bulletin
b. Principal’s Searches
c. National Honor Society
School Committee Sub-Committee Reports
School Committee Liaison Reports
6. New Business
To discuss future business that may be brought before the School Committee.
7. Executive Session
Contractual Negotiations
8. Adjourn
Franklin, MA
"effects of a failed override can be especially devastating"
Roche said he remembered a time when he spoke with a resident who did not bother to vote because he did not realize what was at stake.
"The man told me he didn't realize what kind of services were going to be taken away, how much fees would increase for buses, how many employees would be axed," Roche said. "He told me that if he had known he would have voted."
About $1.8 million of the override request will go toward the school if approved.
"If it doesn't pass we'll lose seven to eight teachers at the elementary school level," he said. "We'll lose three police dispatchers at the town level.
"The chief of police said that at various times he might only have one dispatcher to rely on."
Towns look to overrides to fix budget shortfalls
from The Milford Daily News News RSSFranklin, MA
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