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Wednesday, September 18, 2019
Lifelong Community Learning: Online Learning
Tuesday, September 17, 2019
Head's up on the Newcomers and Friends meetings for October/November 2019
Not just for Newcomers . . .
Two Great Wednesday Nights . . . mark your calendar!!!
On October 9th, Rick Lacroix will introduce us to The Dementia Friends. This global movement’s purpose is to educate people about dementia and ways they could help make a difference in their communities, by making them friendly places for people living with Dementia. By attending this session you become a Dementia Friend!
This November we’re meeting one week later than our usual 2nd Wednesday of the month. On November 20th, we’re hosting two speakers . . . Town Administrator Jamie Helen and Franklin School Superintendent Sara Ahern. They’ll be updating us regarding the FY2021 Budget and other important matters in Franklin. Come with your questions!
No need to RSVP, just join us at 7:30 at “3”! We run our meetings September through May at “3” Restaurant, 461 W. Central Street, Franklin. Heavy appetizers and beverages are complimentary; a cash bar is available.
Residents of Franklin, or any surrounding town that doesn't have a Newcomers organization, are welcome to join us the 2nd Wednesday of the month (occasionally we switch Wednesdays to accommodate holidays or speakers).
Additionally, we hold many fun and varied events to stay connected throughout the year. Look for us on our website www.franklinnewcomers.com, or on our Facebook page or on Meetup.com, Franklin Newcomers & Friends Club.
Two Great Wednesday Nights . . . mark your calendar!!!
On October 9th, Rick Lacroix will introduce us to The Dementia Friends. This global movement’s purpose is to educate people about dementia and ways they could help make a difference in their communities, by making them friendly places for people living with Dementia. By attending this session you become a Dementia Friend!
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Newcomers and Friends meetings |
No need to RSVP, just join us at 7:30 at “3”! We run our meetings September through May at “3” Restaurant, 461 W. Central Street, Franklin. Heavy appetizers and beverages are complimentary; a cash bar is available.
Residents of Franklin, or any surrounding town that doesn't have a Newcomers organization, are welcome to join us the 2nd Wednesday of the month (occasionally we switch Wednesdays to accommodate holidays or speakers).
Additionally, we hold many fun and varied events to stay connected throughout the year. Look for us on our website www.franklinnewcomers.com, or on our Facebook page or on Meetup.com, Franklin Newcomers & Friends Club.
Franklin Residents: Curbside Clothing Starts November 11, 2019
"We are pleased to announce that Franklin will begin a curbside clothing recycling program starting November 11, 2019 with Simplerecycling https://simplerecycling.com/"
Note: The DPW is scheduled for an update to the Town Council on Wednesday. Tune into the meeting to find out more info about this new program. Based upon the mailer copy (shown below) each household looks like they will get 2 bags with the initial mailing.
Shared from the DPW page
https://www.franklinma.gov/recycling-solid-waste/news/curbside-clothing-starts-november-11-2019 (mailer found on a link in the left menu column for the page)
FAQs
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/faq.pdf
Acceptable Items
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/acceptable_items.pdf
Note: The DPW is scheduled for an update to the Town Council on Wednesday. Tune into the meeting to find out more info about this new program. Based upon the mailer copy (shown below) each household looks like they will get 2 bags with the initial mailing.
Shared from the DPW page
https://www.franklinma.gov/recycling-solid-waste/news/curbside-clothing-starts-november-11-2019 (mailer found on a link in the left menu column for the page)
FAQs
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/faq.pdf
Acceptable Items
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/acceptable_items.pdf
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Franklin Residents: Curbside Clothing Starts November 11, 2019 |
FHS field hockey, volleyball, and boys soccer teams post wins over Mansfield
Via HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the FHS fall sports action on Monday, Sep 16, 2019
Boys Soccer = Mansfield, 0 @ Franklin, 1 – Final
– It was a tale of two halves between the visiting Hornets and hosts Panthers on Monday evening. Franklin controlled the first half and scored the lone goal of the game as sophomore Terry O’Neill finished off a corner from senior Donny Tappin in the 10th minute. The Hornets had a strong second half but couldn’t find the back of the net.
Girls Soccer = Franklin, 0 @ Mansfield, 1 – Final
– Sara Sacco scored the game’s only goal midway through the first half. Katie Miller got the assist for the Hornets and Olivia Salisbury made five saves to record the shutout. Maria Sevastos, Erin Dooling, Anna Darlington, and Abby Oppenheim all played well in the Mansfield back line, as Franklin continued to pressure throughout the second half.
Field Hockey = Mansfield, 2 @ Franklin, 7 – Final
– Franklin raced out to a 3-0 lead at halftime and added four more in the second half to knock off visiting Mansfield. Hanna Richardson scored twice in the opening half and added one more in the second half to finish with a hat trick. Olivia Rondeau scored twice and had two assists for the Panthers, who scored twice in a two-minute span in the second half after the Hornets’ Gabby Devlin cut the deficit to 3-1 less than a minute into the second half. Freshman Kaitlyn Carney had three assists for Franklin, Neilee Hess made three saves in net, and Kendall Jones came up with two big defensive saves for the Panthers.
Volleyball = Mansfield, 0 @ Franklin, 3 – Final
– Franklin emerged with wins in tight first and third sets to pick up a 3-0 (23-25, 13-25, 23-25) win over the Hornets. For Mansfield, Julia Kelly had six kills and seven service points, Alina Nowakowski added five kills, and Olivia McGrath and Emily Dardinski each chipped in with four kills.
For the other results around the Hockomock League on Monday
https://hockomocksports.com/mondays-schedule-scoreboard-09-16-19/
Boys Soccer = Mansfield, 0 @ Franklin, 1 – Final
– It was a tale of two halves between the visiting Hornets and hosts Panthers on Monday evening. Franklin controlled the first half and scored the lone goal of the game as sophomore Terry O’Neill finished off a corner from senior Donny Tappin in the 10th minute. The Hornets had a strong second half but couldn’t find the back of the net.
Girls Soccer = Franklin, 0 @ Mansfield, 1 – Final
– Sara Sacco scored the game’s only goal midway through the first half. Katie Miller got the assist for the Hornets and Olivia Salisbury made five saves to record the shutout. Maria Sevastos, Erin Dooling, Anna Darlington, and Abby Oppenheim all played well in the Mansfield back line, as Franklin continued to pressure throughout the second half.
Field Hockey = Mansfield, 2 @ Franklin, 7 – Final
– Franklin raced out to a 3-0 lead at halftime and added four more in the second half to knock off visiting Mansfield. Hanna Richardson scored twice in the opening half and added one more in the second half to finish with a hat trick. Olivia Rondeau scored twice and had two assists for the Panthers, who scored twice in a two-minute span in the second half after the Hornets’ Gabby Devlin cut the deficit to 3-1 less than a minute into the second half. Freshman Kaitlyn Carney had three assists for Franklin, Neilee Hess made three saves in net, and Kendall Jones came up with two big defensive saves for the Panthers.
Volleyball = Mansfield, 0 @ Franklin, 3 – Final
– Franklin emerged with wins in tight first and third sets to pick up a 3-0 (23-25, 13-25, 23-25) win over the Hornets. For Mansfield, Julia Kelly had six kills and seven service points, Alina Nowakowski added five kills, and Olivia McGrath and Emily Dardinski each chipped in with four kills.
For the other results around the Hockomock League on Monday
https://hockomocksports.com/mondays-schedule-scoreboard-09-16-19/
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FHS field hockey, volleyball, and boys soccer teams post wins over Mansfield |
Save the Date for FPAC’s 2019 Gala Hosted by Broadway’s Michael James Scott - Oct 12
The Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) will present their annual Gala on Saturday, October 12 hosted by Michael James Scott who is currently starring as the Genie in Disney’s Aladdin on Broadway. With live and silent auctions, great food, and crafted cocktails the Gala celebration begins at 6 p.m. at THE BLACK BOX, Franklin Performing Arts Company’s home venue in downtown Franklin. Proceeds benefit initiatives of FPAC and THE BLACK BOX.
From the beginning, FPAC has followed a mission dedicated to promoting the performing arts with an emphasis on youth development. Through FPAC, THE BLACK BOX stage is graced by Broadway stars, professional artists, local amateurs, and students of the arts. Their performances feature live orchestras and professional artists, and they often provide a first glimpse into the world of theater for local youth. This year’s FPAC Gala celebrates “Wishes” and the organization’s goal to continue to bring high quality entertainment to the Metro-West region.
Michael James Scott is a Broadway actor most well known for playing the Genie in Disney's Aladdin in the Original Australian Cast, as well as in the West End, U.S. National Tour, and Broadway productions. While still in college, Scott was the standby for Broadway legend Ben Vereen on the international tour of Fosse. His other Broadway credits include The Book of Mormon (original cast), Elf, Something Rotten!, All Shook Up, Hair, Tarzan, and The Pirate Queen.
The Franklin Performing Arts Company’s 29th Season includes Yasmina Reza’s ART, Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical (featuring choreography by original Broadway cast member Clay Thomson), The Nutcracker, ‘Tis the Season!, the world premiere of Christopher Rice’s The Tappy Christmas Special: LIVE!, Moliere’s Tartuffe, Legally Blonde the Musical (featuring Jerry Mitchell’s original Broadway choreography), and Into the Woods.
For tickets and more information visit www.FPAConline.com or call 508-528-3370. Follow FPAC on Facebook, Instagram (@franklin.performing.arts.co), Twitter (@fpac_online), and YouTube.
From the beginning, FPAC has followed a mission dedicated to promoting the performing arts with an emphasis on youth development. Through FPAC, THE BLACK BOX stage is graced by Broadway stars, professional artists, local amateurs, and students of the arts. Their performances feature live orchestras and professional artists, and they often provide a first glimpse into the world of theater for local youth. This year’s FPAC Gala celebrates “Wishes” and the organization’s goal to continue to bring high quality entertainment to the Metro-West region.
Michael James Scott is a Broadway actor most well known for playing the Genie in Disney's Aladdin in the Original Australian Cast, as well as in the West End, U.S. National Tour, and Broadway productions. While still in college, Scott was the standby for Broadway legend Ben Vereen on the international tour of Fosse. His other Broadway credits include The Book of Mormon (original cast), Elf, Something Rotten!, All Shook Up, Hair, Tarzan, and The Pirate Queen.
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FPAC’s 2019 Gala Hosted by Broadway’s Michael James Scott |
The Franklin Performing Arts Company’s 29th Season includes Yasmina Reza’s ART, Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical (featuring choreography by original Broadway cast member Clay Thomson), The Nutcracker, ‘Tis the Season!, the world premiere of Christopher Rice’s The Tappy Christmas Special: LIVE!, Moliere’s Tartuffe, Legally Blonde the Musical (featuring Jerry Mitchell’s original Broadway choreography), and Into the Woods.
For tickets and more information visit www.FPAConline.com or call 508-528-3370. Follow FPAC on Facebook, Instagram (@franklin.performing.arts.co), Twitter (@fpac_online), and YouTube.
MassBudget: How Do Mass. Business Taxes Compare to Other States?
The answer may surprise you.
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“Almost everyone has a story or a close call like this"
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/zz/news/20190916/many-us-women-say-1st-sexual-experience-was-forced-in-teens
JAMA Research
https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/article-abstract/2751247
JAMA Commentary
https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/article-abstract/2751244
"The first sexual experience for 1 in 16 U.S. women was forced or coerced intercourse in their early teens, encounters that for some may have had lasting health repercussions, a study suggests.
The experiences amount to rape, the authors say, although they relied on a national survey that didn’t use the word in asking women about forced sex.
Almost 7 percent of women surveyed said their first sexual intercourse experience was involuntary; it happened at age 15 on average and the man was often several years older.
Almost half of those women who said intercourse was involuntary said they were held down and slightly more than half of them said they were verbally pressured to have sex against their will."
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/zz/news/20190916/many-us-women-say-1st-sexual-experience-was-forced-in-teens
JAMA Research
https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/article-abstract/2751247
JAMA Commentary
https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/article-abstract/2751244
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Forced and Coerced Sexual Initiation in Women New Insights, Even More Questions |
Monday, September 16, 2019
Franklin Art Association: October 2 - Meeting and Art Demonstration
The Franklin Art Association will meet on Wednesday, October 2, 2019 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 watercolor demonstration by award-winning Needham artist, Naomi Wilsey.
A working artist for over 30 years, Naomi selects her subject matter from nature which includes traditional landscape, still life and florals. An art teacher with a background in graphic design and marketing, Naomi also paints in the manner of Japanese brush painting called "summi-e" and paints plein air outdoors as much as possible.
FAA meetings are held the first Wednesday of every month, September through May, and are free and open to the public. For more information log on to www.franklinart.org
A working artist for over 30 years, Naomi selects her subject matter from nature which includes traditional landscape, still life and florals. An art teacher with a background in graphic design and marketing, Naomi also paints in the manner of Japanese brush painting called "summi-e" and paints plein air outdoors as much as possible.
FAA meetings are held the first Wednesday of every month, September through May, and are free and open to the public. For more information log on to www.franklinart.org
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Franklin Art Association: October 2 - Meeting and Art Demonstration |
October 2019 at the Franklin Historical Museum
Be creative and have Fun!
The Franklin Historical Museum will host our second annual Scarecrow contest in conjunction with this year’s Harvest Festival, October 5th. The contest is open to all and entrees should be fun, creative, positive and non-violent. Scarecrows should be delivered, and set up on the museum between 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM to be on display throughout the day until 5:00 PM. No fee to enter the contest.
The museum will have special Saturday hours on October 5th, open 12:00 Noon to 5:00 PM as we participate in the Harvest Festival. Join us for warm apple cider, donuts and Halloween treats.
The Second Sunday Speaker Series on October 13th features celebrated author and former Franklin resident Mike Tougias. One of our most popular speakers from last year, returns to discuss his 2018 book, Above & Beyond – John F. Kennedy and America’s Most Dangerous Cold War Spy Mission. Learn about the deeply human story of President Kennedy and two U-2 pilots who risked their lives to save America during the Cuban Missile Crisis. Doors open 1:00 PM, presentation starts at 1:10 PM. The Second Sunday Speaker Series is sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin Historical Museum.
Join us for our annual Halloween Cemetery Tour, conducted by Professor Rob Lawson from the Dean College History department, Wednesday night, October 31st. Interested residents should meet at the steps of the museum at 4:45. We’ll walk down to the Union Street Cemetery where the tour will start at 5:00 PM. Following the cemetery tour, all are invited to embark on a second tour to see the ‘haunted’ spaces on the Dean College Campus.
Visit the museum gift shop during regular museum hours and pick up our popular Gazebo ornament for yourself or a friend who loves Franklin. Cat’s Meow designs available while they last.
For more information visit our website, franklinmuseum1778.com, our Facebook page and follow us on Instagram. The museum is ADA compliant, admission is always free, donations are always welcome.
The Franklin Historical Museum will host our second annual Scarecrow contest in conjunction with this year’s Harvest Festival, October 5th. The contest is open to all and entrees should be fun, creative, positive and non-violent. Scarecrows should be delivered, and set up on the museum between 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM to be on display throughout the day until 5:00 PM. No fee to enter the contest.
The museum will have special Saturday hours on October 5th, open 12:00 Noon to 5:00 PM as we participate in the Harvest Festival. Join us for warm apple cider, donuts and Halloween treats.
The Second Sunday Speaker Series on October 13th features celebrated author and former Franklin resident Mike Tougias. One of our most popular speakers from last year, returns to discuss his 2018 book, Above & Beyond – John F. Kennedy and America’s Most Dangerous Cold War Spy Mission. Learn about the deeply human story of President Kennedy and two U-2 pilots who risked their lives to save America during the Cuban Missile Crisis. Doors open 1:00 PM, presentation starts at 1:10 PM. The Second Sunday Speaker Series is sponsored by the Friends of the Franklin Historical Museum.
Join us for our annual Halloween Cemetery Tour, conducted by Professor Rob Lawson from the Dean College History department, Wednesday night, October 31st. Interested residents should meet at the steps of the museum at 4:45. We’ll walk down to the Union Street Cemetery where the tour will start at 5:00 PM. Following the cemetery tour, all are invited to embark on a second tour to see the ‘haunted’ spaces on the Dean College Campus.
Visit the museum gift shop during regular museum hours and pick up our popular Gazebo ornament for yourself or a friend who loves Franklin. Cat’s Meow designs available while they last.
For more information visit our website, franklinmuseum1778.com, our Facebook page and follow us on Instagram. The museum is ADA compliant, admission is always free, donations are always welcome.
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October 2019 at the Franklin Historical Museum |
School Committee - Recap - Sep 10, 2019
The recap of the School Committee meeting held Sep 10, 2019 is summarized as follows:
The three middle schools collaborated to present the highlights of their individual improvement plans. There is more consistency across the district as shown in the plans.
The high school followed to share their improvement plan updates. There is similarity with some programs continuing across the district to the high school. Some programs are also continuing to evolve as they develop with each of the schools.
The high school also presented plans to eventually recognize the students for biliteracy achievement. Student with another language as their primary and achieving levels of mastery in both their primary and English languages. Going the other way, students with mastery in English who also master another language would also be recognized. More work to develop the program is underway with possible first recognition for the graduates in the class of 2021.
The proposal to study the implications of closing Davis Thayer was approved. The study will take time before coming back with some real numbers and scenarios for decision.
Additional details can be found in my notes reported live during the meeting. Links provided below.
Superintendent's Report
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/franklinmaps/files/uploads/superintendents_report_to_school_committee_september_10_2019.pdf
Live Reporting: Information Matters to closing
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/09/live-reporting-information-matters-to.html
Live reporting: Discussion Action Items - Improvem...
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/09/live-reporting-discussion-action-items.html
Live reporting: School Committee - Sep 10, 2019
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/09/live-reporting-school-committee-sep-10.html
Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - Sep 10, ...
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/09/franklin-ma-school-committee-agenda-sep.html
Retirement of Facilities: Recommendation for Furth...
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/09/retirement-of-facilities-recommendation.html
The three middle schools collaborated to present the highlights of their individual improvement plans. There is more consistency across the district as shown in the plans.
The high school followed to share their improvement plan updates. There is similarity with some programs continuing across the district to the high school. Some programs are also continuing to evolve as they develop with each of the schools.
The high school also presented plans to eventually recognize the students for biliteracy achievement. Student with another language as their primary and achieving levels of mastery in both their primary and English languages. Going the other way, students with mastery in English who also master another language would also be recognized. More work to develop the program is underway with possible first recognition for the graduates in the class of 2021.
The proposal to study the implications of closing Davis Thayer was approved. The study will take time before coming back with some real numbers and scenarios for decision.
Additional details can be found in my notes reported live during the meeting. Links provided below.
Superintendent's Report
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/franklinmaps/files/uploads/superintendents_report_to_school_committee_september_10_2019.pdf
Live Reporting: Information Matters to closing
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/09/live-reporting-information-matters-to.html
Live reporting: Discussion Action Items - Improvem...
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/09/live-reporting-discussion-action-items.html
Live reporting: School Committee - Sep 10, 2019
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/09/live-reporting-school-committee-sep-10.html
Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - Sep 10, ...
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/09/franklin-ma-school-committee-agenda-sep.html
Retirement of Facilities: Recommendation for Furth...
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/09/retirement-of-facilities-recommendation.html
Norfolk County Registry of Deeds: Register O'Donnell Sees Spike in Lending Activity
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Norfolk County Registry of Deeds: Register O'Donnell Sees Spike in Lending Activity |
In the News: What are the symptoms of EEE?
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20190915/state-epidemiologist-answers-residents-questions-about-eee
The Daily News and the Standard-Times of New Bedford asked readers what their questions are about the EEE virus, its threat to animals and humans, and the best ways people can protect themselves from it.Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
In response, we received more than 50 questions and, after eliminating duplicates, sent them to the state Department of Public Health to be answered. The answers below are grouped by general topic. All answers are from Dr. Catherine Brown, state epidemiologist with the Bureau of Infectious Disease and Laboratory Sciences at DPH, unless otherwise noted.
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20190915/state-epidemiologist-answers-residents-questions-about-eee
Sunday, September 15, 2019
Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - Sep 18, 2019
The published agenda and documents for the Franklin Town Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 18, 2019.
This was shared from the Town of Franklin page
https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/september-18-town-council-agenda
You can also find the full set of documents in one PDF
(Note: where there are active links in the agenda item, it will take you to the associated document)
This was shared from the Town of Franklin page
https://www.franklinma.gov/town-council/agenda/september-18-town-council-agenda
Agenda Item | Summary | |||
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1. ANNOUNCEMENTS | a.
This meeting is being recorded by Franklin TV and shown on Comcast
Channel 11 and Verizon Channel 29. This meeting may be recorded by
others. | |||
2. CITIZEN COMMENTS | a.
Citizens are welcome to express their views for up to five minutes on a
matter that is not on the agenda. The Council will not engage in a
dialogue or comment on a matter raised during Citizen Comments. The Town
Council will give remarks appropriate consideration and may ask the
Town Administrator to review the matter. | |||
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES | a. September 4, 2019 | |||
4. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS | a. Franklin Police Department Retirement: Daniel McGlynn Franklin Police Department Promotion: Nick Palmieri Franklin Police Department New Hire: John Godino & David Ricci b. Franklin Fire Department EMS Lieutenant: William Blanchard | |||
5. APPOINTMENTS | None Scheduled | |||
6. HEARINGS | a.
Zoning Bylaw Amendment 19-837: Zoning Map Changes From General
Residential V to Single Family Residential IV an Area on or Near West
Central Street - Public Hearing 7:10 PM | |||
7. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS | None Scheduled | |||
8. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS | a. Historical Museum Presentation b. DPW Presentation - Tree Removal Update & Clothing Recycling Program | |||
9. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS | a. Capital Budget Subcommittee b. Budget Subcommittee c. Economic Development Subcommittee | |||
10. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION | ||||
10a. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION | Resolution 19-63: Appropriation Cable Funds in Support of PEG Service and Programming per M.G.L Ch.44, §53F3/4 (Motion to Approve Resolution 19-63: Majority Vote (5)) | |||
10b. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION | Bylaw Amendment 19-845: Chapter 170, Vehicles and Traffic - 1st Reading (Motion to Move Bylaw Amendment 19-845 to a Second Reading - Majority Vote (5)) | |||
11. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT | ||||
12. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS | ||||
13. COUNCIL COMMENTS | ||||
14. EXECUTIVE SESSION | None Scheduled | |||
ADJOURN |
Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - Sep 18, 2019 |
Destination Imagination: Information Session - Sep 30
What is Destination Imagination?
Destination Imagination is an educational non-profit that prepares children for a future that is rapidly evolving. DI does this through a project-based learning experience that applies the Creative Process across 7 different Challenge types – Technical, Scientific, Engineering, Fine Arts, Improvisational, Service Learning, and Early Learning – allowing second grade through high school level students to acquire and practice the skills needed to thrive in school, future careers, and beyond.
DI participants learn:
- Self-confidence and Perseverance
- Team Building
- Creative and Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Risk Taking
- Project Management
The best way to learn about DI is to come to this meeting, but if you are unable to attend the meeting, please contact us at di.franklin.ma@gmail.com and we will provide you more information.
Download the flyer
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fryjXJmEB6EYZjyP_uqfS1WW29MJVdRO/view?usp=sharing
Destination Imagination - get ready! - Sep 30 |
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