Monday, May 13, 2013

In the News: school orchestras take gold



Franklin orchestras win gold at festival


The Franklin Middle Schools Combined String Orchestra and the Franklin Repertory String Orchestra both took home gold medals from the regional three-day Massachusetts Instrumental & Choral Conductors Association (MICCA) festival.


Sunday, May 12, 2013

Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - May 14, 2013

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.

"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
Citizen’s Comments
Review of Agenda
Minutes: I recommend approval of the minutes from the April 30, 2012 School Committee Meeting.
Payment of Bills Mrs. McIntyre
Payroll Mrs. Douglas
FHS Student Representatives
Correspondence: Budget to Actual – Miriam Goodman

2. Guests/Presentations
a. Davis Thayer Update – Evemarie McNeil

3. Discussion Only Items
a. none

4. Action Items
a. I recommend acceptance of a check for $235.00 from the Franklin Music Boosters for in-house enrichment.
b. I recommend acceptance of a check for $100.00 from Paul & Lorraine Cody for a FHS Scholarship.
c. I recommend acceptance of a check for $100.00 from Patricia Belliveau for a FHS Scholarship.
d. I recommend acceptance of a check for $100.00 from Louis & Beverly Marguerite for a FHS Scholarship.
e. I recommend acceptance of a check for $40.00 from Bertha LeBeau Perry for a FHS Scholarship.
f. I recommend acceptance of a check for $1,000.00 from Natalie Brunelli for a FHS Scholarship.
g. I recommend approval of the request of Mike Walsh for a trip to China in June, 2014 for 9-12 days as detailed.
h. I recommend acceptance of a check for $500.00 from Peter Baglioni for a FHS Scholarship.
i. I recommend acceptance of a check for $50.00 from Wayne Palumbo for a FHS Scholarship.
j. I recommend acceptance of a check for $50.00 from Frank & Rosemary Fontana for a FHS Scholarship.
k. I recommend acceptance of a check for $50.00 from Florence Shepherd for a FHS Scholarship.
l. I recommend acceptance of a check for $50.00 from Blake & J. Oatley Kidder for a FHS Scholarship.
m. I recommend acceptance of a check for $50.00 from Elaine Carroll for a FHS Scholarship.
n. I recommend acceptance of a check for $25.00 from Faye & Howard Pike for a FHS Scholarship.
o. I recommend acceptance of a check for $25.00 from Carol Beard for a FHS Scholarship.
p. I recommend acceptance of a check for $100.00 from Thomas Metcalf for a FHS Scholarship.
q. I recommend acceptance of a check for $1,000.00 from the Franklin Country Club for a FHS Scholarship.
r. I recommend acceptance of a check for $255.00 from BJ’s Wholesale Club for in-house enrichment district wide.
s. I recommend acceptance of a check for $643.35 from O’Connor Portraiture, Inc. for in-house enrichment at Keller.
t. I recommend acceptance of a check for $119.00 from Five Olson’s, LLC for in-house enrichment at FHS.
u. I recommend acceptance of a check for $275.00 from Kennedy PCC for field trips.
v. I recommend acceptance of a check for $525.00 from the Kennedy PCC for field trips.
w. I recommend acceptance of a check for $50.00 from Jane Vouros for a FHS Scholarship.
x. I recommend acceptance of a check for $50.00 from Nancy Flowers for a FHS Scholarship.
y. I recommend acceptance of a check for $50.00 from Nancy Bassignani for a FHS Scholarship.
z. I recommend acceptance of a check for $41.27 from Ohiopyle Prints, Inc. for in-house enrichment at the FHS.
aa. I recommend acceptance of the donation of a bench from the Kennedy PCC as detailed.

5. Information Matters
Superintendent’s Report
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

School Committee: Davis Thayer Update

The presentation document to be used for the scheduled update on Davis Thayer Elementary School for this Tuesday's School Committee meeting is ready for your reading pleasure.




The full agenda for the School Committee meeting can be viewed here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/05/franklin-ma-school-committee-agenda-may.html

Franklin News

The Franklin webpage has some items worthy of sharing:


Colored water for residents along Pleasant St
On Monday May 13 and Tuesday May 14 from 7am to 4pm. The DPW will be be preforming water work on the Flintlock Pump Station (off Pleasant St). Customers may experience low pressure and/or dis-colored water. There is no health effect. Run water on outside faucet or faucet without an aerator, i.e. tub until the water color clears. Call DPW with any questions (508) 520-4910.


What happened to the flag pole on the Town Common?
The Flag Pole on the High Street side of the common was removed for safety concerns. 
It will be evaluated to see if it is possible to correct safety concerns and if so re-installed. 
Please contact the Public Works Department with questions 508-553-5500


Final Curbside Yard Waste Pickup is Week of May 13th

Yard waste will be picked up on your trash day. Yard waste must be in compostable bags or open bins and barrels. Small brush will be collected and must be bundled with organic twine no larger than 2 feet by 4 feet. Branches must be under 4” and less than 4 feet. No — loose yard waste, plastic of any kind, large items or non-yard waste. 
The Recycling Center is open Tuesday 12-3, Friday 8-3 and Saturday 8-3. Please see Recycling Center information on DPW website for more information.


These notices were originally posted to the official Franklin webpage
http://town.franklin.ma.us/


Library: Krafty Mondays - Make a Kick Sac

Krafty Mondays - Make a Kick Sac

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kick sack


Franklin Public Library - 118 Main Street Franklin MA 02038 - 508.520.4940

Mother's Day Flowers Fairmount Fruit Farm



Fairmount Fruit Farm Mother's Day Flowers!
Dear Stephen,
  
Everyone at Fairmount Fruit Farm wishes you a Happy Mother's Day!
  
Greenhouses full of flowers

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If you are looking for last minute ideas for gifts, we have a ton to choose from.
  
Annuals from the classic bedding plants that had color to your yard to vibrant combo pots and hangers.
  
We also have some small gift ideas such as garden terrariums, handmade soaps, local maple syrup and other gifts.
  
If you want to go all out this Mother's Day, we have the perfect gift for the gardener in your life. A hydroponic vertical growing unit, that is great for the experienced gardener as well as the novice. Low maintenance, no weeding, sustainable and increased yields.
  
Fot more infomation visit our website at  fairmountfruit.com
  
Hope you have a wonderful Mother's Day!
  
Sincerely,
  
 The Koshivas Family

Fairmount Fruit
Fairmount Fruit Farm


Fairmount Fruit Farm | 887 Lincoln St. | Franklin | MA | 02038

Friends of Franklin Library book sale - May 17, 18, 19



Just a reminder that the Friends will once again be holding the spring book sale the weekend of May 17, 18 and 19th. 
New this year is a 10% discount to members who show their 2013 membership card on either Friday night or Saturday all day. 
New members can join at the door and still get the discount.
Memberships are $15./Individual and $25./Family. 
Friday from 4-7 is Members' Night, Saturday is general public from 9-4. On Sunday from 9 to noon anyone can purchase a bag for $5.00 and fill it to the top with great summer reading material. Multiple bags can be purchased.


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Library book sale


After the sale on Sunday, we select about 24-25 boxes of books to be donated to the prison in Waltham for the inmates and families.

We will still take food or monetary donations for the Food Pantry. A coupon will be issued for donations worth $1.00 off at the check out table.

We will have a special priced area for rare finds, new copies, and collectibles. 
In conjunction with the sale, DPW will host "Touch a Truck" from 10-1 and offer refreshments. In the past, this has included hot dogs, drinks, and popcorn.

It will be a true community event.

Is Mental Health Addressed?



 


Did you know that May is Mental Health Awareness month? It coincides with the time of year when students across the country are busy taking state exams, AP tests and preparing for final exams. Our team is hitting the road, asking people far and wide what educational changes we can all make that best support the mental health of our children.
 


Earlier this week we visited New Jersey, talking to schools that are collaborating across districts to adopt policies that support thriving students. From limits on homework and APs, to later start times and student-driven curriculum, we're seeing a mindset shift around the way we are raising and educating our children. These conversations prove it.
 


And today, we're engaging stakeholders in higher education with a screening of "Race to Nowhere" for Harvard University's Health Services. Colleges across the country, including the Ivy Leagues, are seeing the long-term effects of the way students are being pushed and "packaged." We are thrilled to be a part of Harvard's work to spread the "Race to Nowhere" message and to remind students that they are more than just a test score or letter grade on a report card.
 


You can make a difference too. Take a moment to think about how your school has--or has not--addressed the mental health of students and share your
stories and work to foster conversation with us! Take a first step by using "Race to Nowhere" and the Companion Book to begin your community's conversation about student well-being. Learn more about bringing the film to your community or home today by visiting our website or replying to this email.

Then pay it forward by sharing or acquiring the film for a friend, teacher or school administrator and help grow the conversation and movement.
 


Together we can champion a more balanced, healthy learning experience for every child.
 


Thank you,

Vicki Abeles and the "Race to Nowhere" team


P.S. Know of a mother juggling too much? As a "Race to Nowhere" supporter, you can register for the "Don't Sweat the Small Stuff for Moms" virtual conference for free! Join me and New York Times bestselling author Kristine Carlson, along with 50 other bestselling authors/speakers, online to discover how to to stress less and enjoy your family more! 



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Saturday, May 11, 2013

Activities in Franklin today


1 - Stamp Out Hunger
leave non-perishable food and non-food items in a plastic bag at your mailbox for the postal carriers to pick up as they make the rounds to deliver mail today. This will help the Franklin Food Pantry serve your neighbors!
http://www.franklinfoodpantry.org/2013/05/stamp-out-hunger-may-11.html

stamp out hunger
stamp out hunger


2 - 5K road race - walk
You have a choice of running to help the Franklin Food Pantry and the Wounded Warriors Project by participating the the inaugural Franklin Elks 5K today at 10:00 AM
http://www.franklinelks5k.com/

or

Help the Franklin Bellingham Citizens Rail Trail Committee with this fund raising 5K also at 10:00AM
http://www.franklinbellinghamrailtrail.org/


3 - Sunrise Montessori - spring fair noon to 2:00 PM
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/05/spring-fair-sunrise-montessori.html


4 - FHS All-Night Party bottle/can drive
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM - High school parking lot


5 - Circle of Friends Coffeehouse - Runa
For tickets and additional details visit the webpage here  http://circlefolk.org/

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Take the Hero of Hope Pledge!


Since 1949, May has been officially recognized as Mental Health Month. The first Thursday in May is celebrated as Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day, to raise awareness about the importance of children's mental health and that positive mental health is essential to a child's healthy development from birth. 
Take the hero of hope pledge
Mental Health Awareness
Over the next week, the Partnership for Early Childhood Mental Health, (which includes the Executive Office of Health and Human Services, the Department of Public Health and the Boston Public Health Commission) invites all state employees to take a pledge to nurture a child’s social and emotional development. Enter your pledge and state email address at www.ecmhmatters.org, in the “for families and friends” section, and you will be included in a raffle to win an Early Childhood Mental Health Matters t-shirt.

Why take the Hero of Hope Pledge
Early childhood mental health means that young children are growing in their ability to understand and share feelings, have close and positive relationships, and explore and learn. Studies show that good social and behavioral skills in young children lead to good academic performance in the 1st grade and beyond.

 Read the full post on the Commonwealth Conversations, Health and Human Services website here
http://hhs.blog.state.ma.us/blog/2013/05/may-is-mental-health-month-take-the-hero-of-hope-pledge.html?utm_source=feedly


Women's Success Network's Annual June Scholarship Awards dinner


The Women's Success Network's 2013 Scholarship Awards Dinner and Annual Meeting will be held on, June 5th at Highland Country Club, in Attleboro where several women will be awarded the WSN Founders' Scholarships. These scholarships provide deserving women with the opportunity to start, return or continue their education.
 In conjunction with the general WSN Founders Scholarship, Dean College School of Professional and Continuing Studies, Fisher College and Middlesex Savings Bank will also sponsor specific awards each for non-traditional student applicants.               
Bill Napolitano of the Institute for Business Excellence, will speak briefly about how we can carry the momentum we've gained into the summer months while the official WSN programming gets ready for the September 2013 meeting. The June meeting is the last WSN meeting until we resume in September. To register for the June meeting or to obtain more information about WSN go to www.wsninc.org

Friday, May 10, 2013

This is water

This is water. "The capital T Truth!"




A good video for any day but maybe the best video to spend ten minutes with as this work week ends!

Past, Present, and Future of Farming in Franklin


The Franklin Historical Museum will be looking at the past, present, and future of farming in Franklin, Sunday, May 19

Until little more than a generation ago, Franklin was still a community with many large and active farms. Today, in the wake of suburbanization, a few “pioneers” are working to keep a place for agriculture in 21st Century Franklin.. Join Seth Rousseau of Akin Bak Farm and Nick Hoffman, who is opening a new community-supported agriculture (CSA) farm on Daniels Street, for a look back and a look ahead.

They will provide a brief review of how and why early settlers chose to come to Franklin to farm, with a coverage of the notable activities of earlier times – from the Garelick family, to cranberry bogs, and the famous Parmenter Red chicken. They will also describe how they hope to serve the community in the coming years with their new approach to an ancient tradition.

In addition, The Garden Girls from the Franklin Garden Club will Divide & Conquer. They'll be splitting Irises and other tabular rooted plants. They'll discuss the correct timing and the proper method of successful root splitting to create beautiful healthy plants.

The event will be hosted during regular Museum hours from 1:00-4:00pm on Sunday May 19th.

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Franklin Historical Museum

Franklin Historical Museum
80 West Central Street
Franklin, MA

Parmenter - Car wash and Bottle/can drive - rescheduled to May 18

Updated: 5/10: Due to the iffy weather forecast for Saturday May 11, this has been rescheduled for Sat May 18th

Parmenter Elementary School is having a car wash and bottle and can drive on Saturday May 18, 2013 from 9 am - 1 pm. 
Please bring us your bottles and cans and have your car washed. This is to benefit our 5th grade class the class of 2020! 


Parmenter: car wash
Parmenter Car Wash - 2012