Tours start promptly at 8:00 am. A parent or guardian must be in attendance.
Any participating Franklin Middle School student absence will be excused for this event.
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| Tri-County: Middle School Career Day - Oct 26 |
Saturday, October 21, 2017
Tri-County: Middle School Career Day - Oct 26
Tri-County is having a Career Day for Franklin Middle School students to attend next Thursday, October 26.
Tours start promptly at 8:00 am. A parent or guardian must be in attendance.
Any participating Franklin Middle School student absence will be excused for this event.
Tours start promptly at 8:00 am. A parent or guardian must be in attendance.
Any participating Franklin Middle School student absence will be excused for this event.
In the News: MBTA on suicide alert; transportation and carbon emissions
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20171020/mbta-focuses-on-suicide-prevention
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http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20171020/state-leaders-seek-ideas-on-reducing-vehicle-emissions
"THE ISSUE: Since July, trains have struck and killed 11 people in Massachusetts. THE IMPACT: The MBTA is working with suicide prevention organizations and other partners to identify ways to reduce accidental deaths and suicides on its tracks.
A recent surge in the number of suicides and accidental deaths on Massachusetts train tracks has transit officials and suicide prevention advocates searching for answers.
“I can’t tell you why there’s been this increase on the railways,” said Steve Mongeau, executive director of the suicide-prevention organization Samaritans. “One of the challenges in the suicide prevention arena is there has not been a significant amount of research done specifically on railways.”
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20171020/mbta-focuses-on-suicide-prevention
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| MBTA commuter rail at Franklin/Dean Station |
"THE ISSUE: Transportation is the state’s largest source of carbon emissions. THE IMPACT: State leaders are soliciting input on strategies to reduce emissions from the transportation sector.
In the face of President Donald Trump’s proposals to loosen environmental protections, Massachusetts leaders are doubling down on the state’s commitment to fight climate change.
The state Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs and Department of Transportation plan to hold a series of listening sessions across the state to solicit public input on environmental issues such as reducing carbon emissions from vehicles and making the state’s transportation infrastructure more resilient in the face of climate change. The listening tour will feature sessions on Oct. 31 in Boston, Nov. 2 in Worcester, Nov. 6 in Amherst and Nov. 9 in Brockton."
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20171020/state-leaders-seek-ideas-on-reducing-vehicle-emissions
Friday, October 20, 2017
Upcoming Events in Franklin, MA Area: FRI 10/20/17 - THU 10/26/17
12-6pm Franklin Farmers Market @ Town Common
12-6pm School Committee Community Relations ‘Coffee’ @ Franklin Farmers Market
6:30pm HMMS Trivia Night @ Horace Mann Middle School
SATURDAY 10/21/17
10-1pm Franklin Historical Museum Open
Noon-6:30pm Harvest Fest Block Party @ Whole Foods Bellingham
3pm Nutrition and Conditioning for Student Athletes @ Clarion Farm
5pm Fall Porketta Dinner @ Franklin Rod and Gun Club
6pm Who Says I Can’t Foundation Annual Fundraiser @ Franklin Elks Lodge
6-8pm Franklin Art Association - Fall Frolic Reception @ Norfolk Public Library
7:30pm FPAC preforms ‘Monthy Python’s Spamalot’ @ The Black Box
7:30pm Brook Williams - Acoustic Guitar @ Original Congregational Church in Wrentham
SUNDAY 10/22/17
7:30-10:30am Sunday Breakfast @ Franklin Rod and Gun Club
10am-4pm Pop Up StoryWalk® on the SNETT #3 @ Spring Street Trailhead, Franklin
11am-1pm No Tricks All Treats! @ Daddario Hardware Store
1-4pm Fall Fundraiser for the Purrfect Cat Shelter @ Pour Richard’s
1-4pm Franklin Historical Museum Open
1:15pm Remember When with Joe Landry @ Franklin Historical Museum
2:30pm FPAC preforms ‘Monthy Python’s Spamalot’ @ The Black Box
3pm LiveARTS - String Quartet @ FUSF
MONDAY 10/23/17
6:30pm Elementary School Parent Forums with Superintendent Ahern @ Horace Mann/Oak St Cafeteria
7pm Learn to Cope Franklin Chapter Meeting @ FUSF
TUESDAY 10/24/17
9:30am Elementary School Parent Forums with Superintendent Ahern @ Horace Mann Health Classroom
6-9pm Taste of the Region @ Tri-County RVTHS
WEDNESDAY 10/25/17
10am A Favorite Poem Project @ Franklin Senior Center
6:30pm Christian Zen Weekly Meditation @ McMahon Guest House (1061 Upper Union Street)
THURSDAY 10/26/17
8am-1pm Tri-County Career Day for middle school students @ Tri-County RVTHS
1pm American Red Cross Blood Drive @ Elks Lodge
1:30pm Coloring Isn’t Just for Kids @ Franklin Senior Center
5-8pm Franklin Historical Museum Open
6:30pm Paint Your Pet (benefits Purrfect Cat Shelter) @ Pour Richard’s
7-8pm Healing Hearts Community Support Group @ Franklin YMCA
For the Town of Franklin Public Calendar click HERE.
For all other events and Franklin happenings click HERE.
*To submit an event for the Community Calendar, please use this FORM
Franklin Candidate for School Committee - Alexandra Porter-Marques
Alexandra Porter-Marques (AP-M) and I (FM) exchanged emails to get the questions answered to share here. We did meet in person at the Candidates Night Tuesday, Oct 17. Alexandra is a candidate for Franklin (MA) School Committee in the election scheduled for November 7, 2017.
FM - Tell us a bit about yourself, your family, and your life here in Franklin? What is your Franklin story?
AP-M - My husband and I moved to Franklin in 2003. We were looking for an affordable safe town with a strong school system that was commutable. At the time, I was working in Newton at a program supporting the mental health needs of young parents and their children and was committed to my work. My husband worked at a mental health agency serving families in Whitinsville. Franklin was equidistant. I had no roots to Franklin. Over time, I’ve grown attached to this community primarily through the school system which has educated my children and fostered relationships that root us here.
My son was five when we moved to Franklin. He was born eleven weeks early. He utilized the special education system through most of his educational career in Franklin. I learned so much about individualized learning and the value of strong connections with teachers through parenting him through the school system. I learned about resources that existed within the system, their limitations, and resources I needed to seek outside the system. I saw firsthand the strength of teachers who went above and beyond to learn about his strengths and his needs and I learned about the importance of inclusivity and the value of community. He is now in the Honors Program at Westfield State University. Part of my desire to run for School Committee stems from my passion to give back to the system that gave so much to him.
My daughter is in the seventh grade at The Horace Mann Middle School. She’s a typically developing kid with her own strengths and weaknesses. I’ve witnessed what ignites her passion for learning and what stultifies it. It has been interesting to compare the special education system with regular education. There are some core aspects of special education that make sense for all. I’m eager to explore some of these ideas as we think together about addressing personalized learning that honors individual learning styles and social emotional health as a School Committee.
I understand firsthand the enormous challenge of raising strong healthy kids when both parents are working full-time. It is impossible to meet all our needs as parents, children, and families. We, as parents are constantly making compromises and sacrifices, doubting our parenting, worrying about our kids, and often silently struggling ourselves. Community connection is vital and yet we have so little time. Part of what I hope to do on the School Community is provide some necessary outreach, support, education, and opportunities for connection.
I’m also interested in the idea of intergenerational programming. Connecting Seniors with students and families. Storytelling is a powerful tool for learning. What better way to make history come alive than to hear it from the voices of the Seniors in the community. Fostering these connections would be a gift to our children.
FM - What experience or background will help you to serve in this role? What do you bring to the table that helps to set you apart from the others?
AP-M - Over the next two years, under the direction of Dr. Ahern, The School Committee will be creating a strategic plan to guide programming and policies. One of the main objectives is to enhance programs and practices that build social and emotional competencies. Children whose social and emotional needs are met are naturally higher achieving academically. I believe I have the unique training and perspective necessary to inform this process.
I have worked in community mental health for the past seventeen years. Seven years ago, I opened my private practice in Medway. About 1/3 of my caseload is from Franklin. Most of the children and adolescents I’ve seen struggle with anxiety and depression. All of them struggle to make it through the school day. In addition to individual treatment and parenting support, I’ve worked with teachers, school guidance counselors, and administrators to make small adjustments that make a significant difference. I would like to use my education and experience to better inform policies/procedures.
I graduated from Boston College Summa Cum Laude in 1996. I received my MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lesley University in 2002. I have four years post graduate training in Adult Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy from The Boston Psychoanalytic Society & Institute. I’m currently enrolled in a Fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy at The Boston Psychoanalytic Society & Institute. Psychoanalytic theory is the theory of how the mind develops.
In practice, contemporary psychoanalytic psychotherapy is a deeply humane approach that stems from an in depth understanding of personality. My training would be an invaluable asset as we work to ensure that learning is developmentally appropriate at all levels. Additionally, I’m a highly trained active listener and an integrative and innovative thinker. I’m excited to see what kinds of creative strategies we can come up with to better meet our children’s social and emotional needs.
FM - What do you see as your role's biggest challenge and do you have any suggestions on how we can resolve it?
AP-M -I’ve heard the concern that we need more resources. More counselors, which of course is a strain on budget. I don’t believe we necessarily need more resources, I’m trained to think systemically and I believe small shifts in mindset that are clinically informed can make a powerful difference for these kids. These kinds of shifts over time contribute to a shift in culture- one in which students feel better understood and empowered in their learning.
I also believe community outreach that educates, supports, and empowers parent can improve the partnership between parents and teachers so that children feel better understood and are more accessible to learning and reaching their academic potential. We have a lot of strength here we can capitalize on with the right vision, a clear strategic plan, and the right leadership. I believe we have that in Dr. Ahern and I am excited to be a part of a multi-disciplinary team of educators and administrators that addresses education from a variety of perspectives.
If you’d like to reach out to me directly, I would be happy to listen to your experience and concerns and answers any questions you may have.
It would be a true privilege to serve this community. Please consider voting for me on November 7. Thank you.
Alexandra's email is alexandraj30@aol.com
Noteworthy: This information is intended to help the Franklin voters when we all head to the ballot box on November 7. The interview candidates have had an opportunity to review the text before publishing to ensure the accuracy of our discussion.
Offer to Candidates 2017
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2017/08/offer-to-candidates-for-franklin.html
FM - Tell us a bit about yourself, your family, and your life here in Franklin? What is your Franklin story?
AP-M - My husband and I moved to Franklin in 2003. We were looking for an affordable safe town with a strong school system that was commutable. At the time, I was working in Newton at a program supporting the mental health needs of young parents and their children and was committed to my work. My husband worked at a mental health agency serving families in Whitinsville. Franklin was equidistant. I had no roots to Franklin. Over time, I’ve grown attached to this community primarily through the school system which has educated my children and fostered relationships that root us here.
My son was five when we moved to Franklin. He was born eleven weeks early. He utilized the special education system through most of his educational career in Franklin. I learned so much about individualized learning and the value of strong connections with teachers through parenting him through the school system. I learned about resources that existed within the system, their limitations, and resources I needed to seek outside the system. I saw firsthand the strength of teachers who went above and beyond to learn about his strengths and his needs and I learned about the importance of inclusivity and the value of community. He is now in the Honors Program at Westfield State University. Part of my desire to run for School Committee stems from my passion to give back to the system that gave so much to him.
My daughter is in the seventh grade at The Horace Mann Middle School. She’s a typically developing kid with her own strengths and weaknesses. I’ve witnessed what ignites her passion for learning and what stultifies it. It has been interesting to compare the special education system with regular education. There are some core aspects of special education that make sense for all. I’m eager to explore some of these ideas as we think together about addressing personalized learning that honors individual learning styles and social emotional health as a School Committee.
I understand firsthand the enormous challenge of raising strong healthy kids when both parents are working full-time. It is impossible to meet all our needs as parents, children, and families. We, as parents are constantly making compromises and sacrifices, doubting our parenting, worrying about our kids, and often silently struggling ourselves. Community connection is vital and yet we have so little time. Part of what I hope to do on the School Community is provide some necessary outreach, support, education, and opportunities for connection.
I’m also interested in the idea of intergenerational programming. Connecting Seniors with students and families. Storytelling is a powerful tool for learning. What better way to make history come alive than to hear it from the voices of the Seniors in the community. Fostering these connections would be a gift to our children.
FM - What experience or background will help you to serve in this role? What do you bring to the table that helps to set you apart from the others?
AP-M - Over the next two years, under the direction of Dr. Ahern, The School Committee will be creating a strategic plan to guide programming and policies. One of the main objectives is to enhance programs and practices that build social and emotional competencies. Children whose social and emotional needs are met are naturally higher achieving academically. I believe I have the unique training and perspective necessary to inform this process.
I have worked in community mental health for the past seventeen years. Seven years ago, I opened my private practice in Medway. About 1/3 of my caseload is from Franklin. Most of the children and adolescents I’ve seen struggle with anxiety and depression. All of them struggle to make it through the school day. In addition to individual treatment and parenting support, I’ve worked with teachers, school guidance counselors, and administrators to make small adjustments that make a significant difference. I would like to use my education and experience to better inform policies/procedures.
I graduated from Boston College Summa Cum Laude in 1996. I received my MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lesley University in 2002. I have four years post graduate training in Adult Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy from The Boston Psychoanalytic Society & Institute. I’m currently enrolled in a Fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy at The Boston Psychoanalytic Society & Institute. Psychoanalytic theory is the theory of how the mind develops.
In practice, contemporary psychoanalytic psychotherapy is a deeply humane approach that stems from an in depth understanding of personality. My training would be an invaluable asset as we work to ensure that learning is developmentally appropriate at all levels. Additionally, I’m a highly trained active listener and an integrative and innovative thinker. I’m excited to see what kinds of creative strategies we can come up with to better meet our children’s social and emotional needs.
FM - What do you see as your role's biggest challenge and do you have any suggestions on how we can resolve it?
AP-M -I’ve heard the concern that we need more resources. More counselors, which of course is a strain on budget. I don’t believe we necessarily need more resources, I’m trained to think systemically and I believe small shifts in mindset that are clinically informed can make a powerful difference for these kids. These kinds of shifts over time contribute to a shift in culture- one in which students feel better understood and empowered in their learning.
I also believe community outreach that educates, supports, and empowers parent can improve the partnership between parents and teachers so that children feel better understood and are more accessible to learning and reaching their academic potential. We have a lot of strength here we can capitalize on with the right vision, a clear strategic plan, and the right leadership. I believe we have that in Dr. Ahern and I am excited to be a part of a multi-disciplinary team of educators and administrators that addresses education from a variety of perspectives.
If you’d like to reach out to me directly, I would be happy to listen to your experience and concerns and answers any questions you may have.
It would be a true privilege to serve this community. Please consider voting for me on November 7. Thank you.
Alexandra's email is alexandraj30@aol.com
Noteworthy: This information is intended to help the Franklin voters when we all head to the ballot box on November 7. The interview candidates have had an opportunity to review the text before publishing to ensure the accuracy of our discussion.
Offer to Candidates 2017
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2017/08/offer-to-candidates-for-franklin.html
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Election Collection - 2017 |
FHS Golf finishes 3rd in Hockomock Championship
The FHS golf team finished 3rd in the Hockomock League Golf Championship held Thursday at Blue Hill Country Club in Canton. The overall team results, the Top 10 and the Franklin team results are shown below. Thanks to HockomockSoorts for making them available to share.
TEAMS
1. Canton – 247
2. Oliver Ames – 249
3. Franklin – 254
4. Foxboro – 262
5. King Philip – 264
6. Mansfield – 265
T7. Attleboro – 267
T7. North Attleboro – 269
T7. Sharon – 269
T7. Stoughton – 269
11. Milford – 271
12. Taunton – 283
TOP 10
1. Dylan Kane, North Attleboro – 77
2. Ryan McGarry, Oliver Ames – 78
3. Bryan Woelfel, Franklin – 79
4. Joey Vaughn, Canton – 80
T5. Danny McLoughlin, King Philip – 81
T5. Mark Bissonette, Oliver Ames – 81
T5. Brendan Campbell, Stoughton – 81
T8. Jack Goyetch, Canton – 83
T8. Brian See, Mansfield – 83
10. Danny Powers, Canton – 84
Franklin
A photo gallery of the golf championships can be found online
https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/20172018/Fall-2017/Hockomock-Golf-Championships-2017
For the complete listing of Hockomock results
https://hockomocksports.com/hockomock-league-golf-championship-results-2017/
TEAMS
1. Canton – 247
2. Oliver Ames – 249
3. Franklin – 254
4. Foxboro – 262
5. King Philip – 264
6. Mansfield – 265
T7. Attleboro – 267
T7. North Attleboro – 269
T7. Sharon – 269
T7. Stoughton – 269
11. Milford – 271
12. Taunton – 283
TOP 10
1. Dylan Kane, North Attleboro – 77
2. Ryan McGarry, Oliver Ames – 78
3. Bryan Woelfel, Franklin – 79
4. Joey Vaughn, Canton – 80
T5. Danny McLoughlin, King Philip – 81
T5. Mark Bissonette, Oliver Ames – 81
T5. Brendan Campbell, Stoughton – 81
T8. Jack Goyetch, Canton – 83
T8. Brian See, Mansfield – 83
10. Danny Powers, Canton – 84
Franklin
- Bryan Woelfel – 79
- Matt D’Errico – 86
- Jason Collins – 89
North Attleboro’s Dylan Kane fires a 77 to win the individual title. OA’s Ryan McGarry (78) second, Franklin’s Bryan Woelfel (79) third. pic.twitter.com/in97eBda4z— Ryan Lanigan (@R_Lanigan) October 19, 2017
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| North Attleboro’s Dylan Kane fires a 77 to win the individual title. OA’s Ryan McGarry (78) second, Franklin’s Bryan Woelfel (79) third. (@R_Lanigan photo) |
A photo gallery of the golf championships can be found online
https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/20172018/Fall-2017/Hockomock-Golf-Championships-2017
For the complete listing of Hockomock results
https://hockomocksports.com/hockomock-league-golf-championship-results-2017/
Both FHS soccer teams on short end in games vs. Mansfield
From Hockomock Sports we share the results of the Franklin High School fall sports results on Thursday, Oct 19.
Boys Soccer = Franklin, 0 @ Mansfield, 1 – Final
– Mansfield senior John Cooney netted the lone tally of the game and senior keeper Nick Ferraz made a pair of highlight saves in the first half to help the Hornets preserve the lead, and the win, against the visiting Panthers. Cullin Anastasia set up Cooney for the only goal.
Girls Soccer = Mansfield, 5 @ Franklin, 1
– Final The Hornets broke open a 1-1 tie with four second half goals and stayed tied atop the Kelley-Rex division standings. Taylor Smith had a brace and an assist for Mansfield, while Cassidy McMahon, Stephanie Kemp, and Amanda Mangano each had goals and Emily Vigeant had a pair of assists for the Hornets.
For all the other results around the Hockomock League on Thursday
https://hockomocksports.com/thursdays-schedule-scoreboard-101917/
Boys Soccer = Franklin, 0 @ Mansfield, 1 – Final
– Mansfield senior John Cooney netted the lone tally of the game and senior keeper Nick Ferraz made a pair of highlight saves in the first half to help the Hornets preserve the lead, and the win, against the visiting Panthers. Cullin Anastasia set up Cooney for the only goal.
Girls Soccer = Mansfield, 5 @ Franklin, 1
– Final The Hornets broke open a 1-1 tie with four second half goals and stayed tied atop the Kelley-Rex division standings. Taylor Smith had a brace and an assist for Mansfield, while Cassidy McMahon, Stephanie Kemp, and Amanda Mangano each had goals and Emily Vigeant had a pair of assists for the Hornets.
For all the other results around the Hockomock League on Thursday
https://hockomocksports.com/thursdays-schedule-scoreboard-101917/
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| FHS Panthers |
Hold the date --> Patriots Night at Remington - Nov 17
Friday, November 17, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Admission - $10 Suggested Donation per person
Have your photo taken wearing all 5 rings : $5 per person, $10 family shot
Activities for All
Combine Drills, Estimation Jars, Face Painting, Tattoos, Patriot Coloring Pages, Patriot Cheerleader Autographs, Meet Pat Patriot, and MORE!
Admission - $10 Suggested Donation per person
Have your photo taken wearing all 5 rings : $5 per person, $10 family shot
Activities for All
Combine Drills, Estimation Jars, Face Painting, Tattoos, Patriot Coloring Pages, Patriot Cheerleader Autographs, Meet Pat Patriot, and MORE!
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| Patriots Night at Remington - Nov 17: the 5 Super Bowl banners hanging at Gillette Stadium |
Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail StoryWalk® - Saturday - Oct 22
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2 reasons to go to the Bellingham Harvest Fest Block Party - Oct 21
"Bully:The Adjective" is supporting “Knots and Strings”—a labor of love by 3 local Franklin girls.
They are going to be at their own tent (alongside ours) at the Bellingham Harvest Fest Block Party in the Whole Foods lot in Bellingham. They are going to be donating 25% of their proceeds to the Franklin Food Pantry.
When: Saturday, Oct 21 noon to 6:30 PM
Where: Whole Foods parking lot in Bellingham
More about the Block Party on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/events/855903024563189
More about Bully: The Adjective http://bullytheadjective.org/
They are going to be at their own tent (alongside ours) at the Bellingham Harvest Fest Block Party in the Whole Foods lot in Bellingham. They are going to be donating 25% of their proceeds to the Franklin Food Pantry.
When: Saturday, Oct 21 noon to 6:30 PM
Where: Whole Foods parking lot in Bellingham
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| “Knots and Strings”—a labor of love by 3 local Franklin girls |
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| “Knots and Strings”—a labor of love by 3 local Franklin girls 1 |
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| “Knots and Strings”—a labor of love by 3 local Franklin girls 2 |
More about the Block Party on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/events/855903024563189
More about Bully: The Adjective http://bullytheadjective.org/
In the News: FHS prepares for Beatlemania; handicap swing added to Fletcher Field
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20171019/strongfranklin-high-school-students-to-host-beatlemania-concertstrong
From the archives - additional info and links on the upcoming show
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2017/09/hold-date-beatlemania-stage-show-nov-3.html
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20171019/handicap-swing-installed-at-franklin-playground
"The Franklin High School music students are preparing for their participation in the Beatlemania concert being held at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 3 at Franklin High School, 218 Oak St.
The music students will be performing backup instrumentation on a few songs with the national touring production of Beatlemania Stage Show. Students will perform on the songs “Yesterday” with the school’s orchestra; “Sgt. Pepper” with the marching band; and “Yellow Submarine” with the chorus.
The proceeds will offset some of the expenses for the school’s music department’s trip to Washington, D.C. in the spring for a music festival and competition."Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20171019/strongfranklin-high-school-students-to-host-beatlemania-concertstrong
From the archives - additional info and links on the upcoming show
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2017/09/hold-date-beatlemania-stage-show-nov-3.html
"No one is left out from enjoying this playground.
Franklin-based charity organization Random Smiles recently donated and installed a handicap-accessible swing next to other swings in front of the basketball courts at Fletcher Park.
Chairperson of the Franklin disabilities commission Mary O’Neil said she is excited about the kind gesture and what it means for the community.
“It’s wonderful,” she said. “We’re a very caring community so this will definitely benefit the children in Franklin who couldn’t otherwise utilize the playground.”
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20171019/handicap-swing-installed-at-franklin-playground
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| early morning view of Fletcher Field |
Thursday, October 19, 2017
Paige Martins, NYC Vocalist. To Lead Monty Python’s Spamalot At THE BLACK BOX
Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) presents Monty Python’s Spamalot on October 21-22 and 27-29. The production will be staged at THE BLACK BOX, FPAC’s home and performance venue located at 15 West Central Street in downtown Franklin.
A hilarious retelling of the legendary tale of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table, the musical parody is inspired by the 1975 classic comedy film, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, and likewise diverts from more traditional versions of the legend. Monty Python’s Spamalot features irreverent shenanigans including a bevy of beautiful showgirls, a flatulent Frenchman, and killer rabbits. Outside there is plague with a 50 percent chance of pestilence and famine.
Throughout the show, Arthur, traveling with his servant, Patsy, recruits several knights, including Sir Bedevere, Sir Robin, Sir Lancelot, and Sir Galahad, to accompany him on his quest. They meet such memorable characters as the Lady of the Lake, Prince Herbert, Tim the Enchanter, and Not Dead Fred. With book and lyrics by Eric Idle and music by Idle and John Du Prez, the 2005 Broadway production won three Tony Awards, including Best Musical, after receiving 14 Tony Award nominations.
Paige Martins of New York City leads the cast as the Lady of the Lake. Martins is an alumna of the Franklin School for the Performing Arts and toured Europe as a member of Electric Youth. With a Bachelor of Music degree from the University of Miami, her vocal versatility and expertise in a wide range of styles has been showcased in venues worldwide from the Ariston Theatre in Italy to the exclusive Schönbrunn Palace in Austria.
For the past three years, Paige has traveled to more than 50 countries performing with a variety of bands and captivating audiences with her powerhouse vocals. With FPAC, Paige has been seen in Footloose (Ariel Moore), ’Tis the Season! (Featured Vocalist), and The Sound of Music.
The talented cast of area performers in Monty Python’s Spamalot includes Greg Leach (King Arthur), Nick Paone (Sir Lancelot), Peter Wyner (Sir Bedevere), Jim Braunstein (Sir Galahad), and Jason Barney (Patsy) of Franklin and Griffin Wilkins (Sir Robin) of Walpole. Nick Paone and Raye Lynn Mercer direct the production, with choreography by Mercer, Casey Harkness Andrade and Kellie Stamp.
The show features a professional orchestra conducted by FPAC Musical Director Hallie Wetzell of Franklin. The show’s lighting design, by Franklin’s Nathaniel Packard, includes the iconic Monty Python animated projections. Original costumes for the FPAC production are designed by Merrie Whitney of Franklin.
Show times are October 21, 27, and 28 at 7:30 p.m., with Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. on October 22 and 29. Tickets are $34. Monty Python’s Spamalot is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide, New York.
For more information or to purchase tickets, call (508) 528-3370 or visit www.FPAConline.com and www.THEBLACKBOXonline.com.
A hilarious retelling of the legendary tale of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table, the musical parody is inspired by the 1975 classic comedy film, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, and likewise diverts from more traditional versions of the legend. Monty Python’s Spamalot features irreverent shenanigans including a bevy of beautiful showgirls, a flatulent Frenchman, and killer rabbits. Outside there is plague with a 50 percent chance of pestilence and famine.
Throughout the show, Arthur, traveling with his servant, Patsy, recruits several knights, including Sir Bedevere, Sir Robin, Sir Lancelot, and Sir Galahad, to accompany him on his quest. They meet such memorable characters as the Lady of the Lake, Prince Herbert, Tim the Enchanter, and Not Dead Fred. With book and lyrics by Eric Idle and music by Idle and John Du Prez, the 2005 Broadway production won three Tony Awards, including Best Musical, after receiving 14 Tony Award nominations.
Paige Martins of New York City leads the cast as the Lady of the Lake. Martins is an alumna of the Franklin School for the Performing Arts and toured Europe as a member of Electric Youth. With a Bachelor of Music degree from the University of Miami, her vocal versatility and expertise in a wide range of styles has been showcased in venues worldwide from the Ariston Theatre in Italy to the exclusive Schönbrunn Palace in Austria.
For the past three years, Paige has traveled to more than 50 countries performing with a variety of bands and captivating audiences with her powerhouse vocals. With FPAC, Paige has been seen in Footloose (Ariel Moore), ’Tis the Season! (Featured Vocalist), and The Sound of Music.
The talented cast of area performers in Monty Python’s Spamalot includes Greg Leach (King Arthur), Nick Paone (Sir Lancelot), Peter Wyner (Sir Bedevere), Jim Braunstein (Sir Galahad), and Jason Barney (Patsy) of Franklin and Griffin Wilkins (Sir Robin) of Walpole. Nick Paone and Raye Lynn Mercer direct the production, with choreography by Mercer, Casey Harkness Andrade and Kellie Stamp.
The show features a professional orchestra conducted by FPAC Musical Director Hallie Wetzell of Franklin. The show’s lighting design, by Franklin’s Nathaniel Packard, includes the iconic Monty Python animated projections. Original costumes for the FPAC production are designed by Merrie Whitney of Franklin.
Show times are October 21, 27, and 28 at 7:30 p.m., with Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. on October 22 and 29. Tickets are $34. Monty Python’s Spamalot is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide, New York.
For more information or to purchase tickets, call (508) 528-3370 or visit www.FPAConline.com and www.THEBLACKBOXonline.com.
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| NYC Vocalist To Lead Monty Python’s Spamalot At THE BLACK BOX |
FHS golf and volleyball teams post wins on Wednesday
From Hockomock Sports we share the results of the Franklin High School fall sports results on Wednesday, Oct 18.
Field Hockey = Franklin, 2 @ Taunton, 3 – Final
– Taunton erased a pair of deficits and then scored the winner late in the second half to pull off a win over visiting Franklin. Franklin went up 1-0 on a goal from sophomore Erin Walsh on a feed from junior Ashley Reutlinger. Taunton tied the game on a goal from Liana Duarte, but Franklin regained the lead behind a tally from freshman Victoria Quinn, assisted by Cassi Ronan. Taunton senior Kya Enos scored the equalizer to make it 2-2 and senior Diana Brens scored the late winner for the Tigers. Taunton goalie Emma Sheehan (15 saves) received praise from both THS head coach Mike Fox and FHS head coach Lisa Cropper. Fox also noted the strong defensive play of Mabel Smith, Jocelyn Pagliuca, and Riley Murphy.
Volleyball = Franklin, 3 @ Mansfield, 1 – Final
– Mansfield earned a big win in the first game, but Franklin rallied for three straight to earn the win (10-25, 25-10, 25-15, 25-20). FHS junior Lauren McGrath set the offense up with 40 assists and three aces, Hailey Sanders notched 11 kills and three blocks, Ellie Wisniewski had 10 kills and four aces and Maggie Doyle added nine kills and five blocks for the Panthers. For Mansfield, Meg Hill had 17 kills, Julia Harrison had 12 kills and Jolie O’Neil finished with 10 digs.
Golf = Foxboro, 181 @ Franklin, 171 – Final
For all the other results around the Hockomock League on Wednesday
https://hockomocksports.com/wednesdays-schedule-scoreboard-101817/
Field Hockey = Franklin, 2 @ Taunton, 3 – Final
– Taunton erased a pair of deficits and then scored the winner late in the second half to pull off a win over visiting Franklin. Franklin went up 1-0 on a goal from sophomore Erin Walsh on a feed from junior Ashley Reutlinger. Taunton tied the game on a goal from Liana Duarte, but Franklin regained the lead behind a tally from freshman Victoria Quinn, assisted by Cassi Ronan. Taunton senior Kya Enos scored the equalizer to make it 2-2 and senior Diana Brens scored the late winner for the Tigers. Taunton goalie Emma Sheehan (15 saves) received praise from both THS head coach Mike Fox and FHS head coach Lisa Cropper. Fox also noted the strong defensive play of Mabel Smith, Jocelyn Pagliuca, and Riley Murphy.
Volleyball = Franklin, 3 @ Mansfield, 1 – Final
– Mansfield earned a big win in the first game, but Franklin rallied for three straight to earn the win (10-25, 25-10, 25-15, 25-20). FHS junior Lauren McGrath set the offense up with 40 assists and three aces, Hailey Sanders notched 11 kills and three blocks, Ellie Wisniewski had 10 kills and four aces and Maggie Doyle added nine kills and five blocks for the Panthers. For Mansfield, Meg Hill had 17 kills, Julia Harrison had 12 kills and Jolie O’Neil finished with 10 digs.
Golf = Foxboro, 181 @ Franklin, 171 – Final
For all the other results around the Hockomock League on Wednesday
https://hockomocksports.com/wednesdays-schedule-scoreboard-101817/
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| FHS Panthers |
Freshman pick up an exciting win at Mansfield! JV fight hard but come up short. #diesel— FHS Panthers VBall (@Franklin_VBall) October 19, 2017
Greg Kessler = mew Baseball Coach at KP
From HockomockSports we share the news on Greg Kessler
Read the full article about Greg Kessler online
https://hockomocksports.com/king-philip-hires-greg-kessler-as-baseball-coach/
"King Philip has hired Greg Kessler as its new varsity baseball coach, athletic director Gary Brown announced last month. Kessler is no stranger to the Hockomock League, having served as freshman coach, JV coach and a varsity assistant at Franklin High over the past four years.
“I am excited to be a part of the KP baseball tradition,” Kessler said in a release. “I plan to give everything I have to ensure success on and off the field. I have been so impressed by the administration, the grounds crew and the community of KP that makes me really excited to a part of it.”
Read the full article about Greg Kessler online
https://hockomocksports.com/king-philip-hires-greg-kessler-as-baseball-coach/
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| Greg Kessler = mew Baseball Coach at KP (Hockomock Sports mage) |
Franklin Art Association - November 1 - Vincent Crotty
The Franklin Art Association will meet on Wednesday, November 1, 2017 from 6:30 to 9:00 PM at the Franklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill Street in Franklin.
Refreshments and social time will begin at 6:30 PM followed by a short business meeting and a demonstration by Vincent Crotty, an oil artist, born in Ireland, and now residing in the Boston area.
Crotty's work has been recognized with awards from the Massachusetts Cultural Council, the John Stobart Foundation in Boston, and plein air competitions internationally.
Meetings are free and open to the public. For more information log on to www.franklinart.org.
For more about Vincent, visit his webpage http://vincentcrotty.com/
Refreshments and social time will begin at 6:30 PM followed by a short business meeting and a demonstration by Vincent Crotty, an oil artist, born in Ireland, and now residing in the Boston area.
Crotty's work has been recognized with awards from the Massachusetts Cultural Council, the John Stobart Foundation in Boston, and plein air competitions internationally.
Meetings are free and open to the public. For more information log on to www.franklinart.org.
For more about Vincent, visit his webpage http://vincentcrotty.com/
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| Franklin Art Association - November 1 - Vincent Crotty |
"Educators were quick to caution against making direct comparisons"
"Just half of Massachusetts students in grades three through eight met or exceeded expectations on the new “next generation MCAS test” in math and English — the first time the test has been administered.
Massachusetts education officials released the spring 2017 test results on Wednesday.
Educators were quick to caution against making direct comparisons between a student’s performance on the new test and the original, nearly 20-year-old, MCAS.
Scoring for the new test falls into four categories: Exceeding Expectations, Meeting Expectations, Partially Meeting Expectations and Not Meeting Expectations.
As a result, some students who scored “proficient” on last year’s MCAS test may find they only scored “partially meeting expectations” on the new, tougher exam."
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20171018/just-half-of-massachusetts-students-meet-mcas-test-expectations
The full Franklin 2016 School District profile can be found here (PDF file)
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0wjbnXDBhczZ3F3OG4wZHFwcDQ/view?usp=sharing
or on the MA DESE page here http://profiles.doe.mass.edu/
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| Charter School MCAS 2.0 scores |
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| Franklin District MCAS 2.0 scores |
if the screen grabs are too much of an eye test, try the online interactive version at MA DESE
http://profiles.doe.mass.edu/statereport/nextgenmcas.aspx
An second article on the MCAS 2.0 results was also posted by MDN
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20171018/local-students-fare-well-on-new-mcas-exams
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