Franklin can use your help!

The Town of Franklin encourages all residents who are interested in volunteering to apply now to any committee. If you have been curious or interested in giving your time, expertise or perspective on behalf of your community, now is an excellent time to get involved.

Current Committee Vacancies:

• Community Garden 2 Term 1 year
• Cultural Council 4 Term 3 years
• Finance 1 Term 1 year
• Council on Aging 1 Term 1 year

To apply for a volunteer position on a Town Committee, please visit the Town’s website and fill out the online volunteer form at:
http://town.franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_Admin/VOLUNTEER%20FORM.pdf

Franklin can use your help in a number of volunteer committee positions

Interested parties may also visit the Town Administrator’s Office in the Municipal Building to fill out an application in person or call the office to have staff assist in applying.

If there are no current vacancies for a committee you are interested in, please apply and we will keep you application on file until one comes up.

For more information or questions about a Board or Committee, please visit the individual committee website or contact the Town Administrator’s Office, at 508-520-4949.


This was shared from the official Town of Franklin webpage
http://town.franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_News/024C5CF1-000F8513

or find a copy here
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0wjbnXDBhczYWwzZ1JwQkJmdzQ/view?usp=sharing

Temple Etz Chaim - High Holy Days Schedule 5777

High Holy Days Schedule 5777

Rosh Hashanah

• Sunday, October 2, 2016

7:30 p.m. Erev Rosh Hashanah Service @ FFC

• Monday, October 3, 2016

Rosh Hashanah
9:00 a.m. Children’s Service @ FFC
10:15 a.m. Morning Service @ FFC
4:00 p.m. Tashlich @ Choate Park, Medway

• Tuesday, October 4, 2016

10:00 a.m. 2nd day Rosh Hashanah Service @ TEC

Yom Kippur

• Tuesday, October 11, 2016

7:30 p.m. Kol Nidre @ FFC

• Wednesday, October 12, 2016

9:00 a.m. Children’s Service @ FFC
10:15 a.m. Morning Service @ FFC
1:00 p.m. Afternoon Study Session
2:45 p.m. Musical Interlude @ FFC
3:00 p.m. Afternoon Service, Yizkor Service, and Ne’ilah (Concluding Service) @ FFC approx. 6:30 p.m. Havdalah and Break Fast @FFC

Temple Etz Chaim

Services are held at the Franklin Federated Church (FFC), 171 Main St., except for 2nd day Rosh Hashanah service, which is at Temple Etz Chaim (TEC), 900 Washington St. High Holy Day tickets are mailed to all adult Temple members in good standing, and will be required for all services.

If you are not a member of Temple Etz Chaim, but are interested in attending High Holy Day services with us, please contact the temple office for information regarding obtaining tickets: 508-528-3738. Complimentary tickets will be available for students, members of the military and members of other Reform congregations. Check with the temple office for details.

FHS volleyball loses, while field hockey and boys soccer post wins on Monday

From Hockomock Sports we share the results of the fall sports action for FHS

"Even though it’s just the second week of the season, Milford found themselves in a familiar position. But this time, they proved they had learned their lesson. 

The Scarlet Hawks won the first two sets of the match for the third straight game, but unlike their loss to King Philip last week, Milford was able to finish off Franklin to get a 3-1 win. 

Milford took a thrilling first set, 29-27, and followed with an impressive 25-15 win in the second set. Franklin rallied to win the third set, 25-21, giving the visitors a bit of momentum. 

“We started off a little slow but then we got on track,” Milford head coach Linda Zacchilli said. “I thought we played pretty decent games one and two but momentum can shift. We just didn’t play in that third game and the momentum was with them. Once you let a team take the third game, they believe they can win and it’s harder to win it yourself. I tried to reinforce that.”

Continue reading the full game recap by Hockomock Sports Editor in Chief Ryan Lanigan
https://hockomocksports.com/milford-volleyball-finish-off-franklin/

Volleyball photos
https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/20162017/Fall-2016/Milford-Franklin-Volleyball-09/

Milford’s Brianna Croteau and Juliana Tracy go up for a block against Franklin’s Erin Skidmore. (Ryan Lanigan/HockomockSports.com)

Franklin, 5 @ Milford, 1 – Final 

– Senior Alex Sullivan and senior Brayden Downing found the back of the cage in the first half as the Panthers built a 2-0 lead by halftime. Junior Kate Morse had a pair of goals off of corners with assists coming from Maddie Hinkley (her second) and Cassi Ronan. Caroline Lounsbury capped the scoring off an assist from freshman Maeve Ledwith. Senior Sam Hertzberg made a pair of saves, including one on a breakaway, to earn her first win. Shannon Cormier scored Milford’s goal in the game.

Field hockey photos

https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/20162017/Fall-2016/Franklin-Milford-Field-Hockey/

Boys Soccer

Franklin, 2 @ Xaverian, 1 – Final 

– Franklin rallied from a one goal deficit with a pair of second half goals to earn the win. Farley Asmath scored off an assist from Cam LeBlanc to tie the game while Kevin Hall scored the game winner for the Panthers.

In the News: 99 grand re-opening Weds, ed board chair donation questioned

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"The Ninety Nine Restaurant and Pub, 847 W. Central St., Franklin, will celebrate its grand reopening at 5 p.m. Sept. 15 after undergoing a revitalization of the restaurant’s décor and amenities. The restaurant will be closed for renovations from Sept. 12-14. 

As part of the reopening celebration, the Ninety Nine will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony and offer prizes for guests as they enjoy appetizer sampling. In addition to the festivities, $1,000 will be donated to Franklin High School’s Junior Varsity cheerleading team. The restaurant will reopen at 4 p.m. Sept. 15. The Grand Re-Opening Celebration will begin at 5 p.m. Franklin Town Council members Matt Kelly, Glenn Jones and Judith Pfeffer; Franklin High School Junior Varsity Head Coach Amy Murphy; and the Junior Varsity cheerleading team are scheduled to attend. 

For information: 99restaurants.com; facebook.com/99restaurants."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160912/ninety-nine-restaurant--pub-to-host-grand-reopening

"Opponents of a November ballot question that would allow more charter schools are demanding the resignation of the chairman of the Massachusetts education board. 

The No on Question 2 Campaign said Monday that Paul Sagan's judgment and impartiality would be impaired because Sagan made a $100,000 contribution to a group pushing for passage of the charter school proposal. 

The Board of Elementary and Secondary Education has the final say on applications for new or expanded charter schools. 

Sagan was appointed to chair the panel in March by Republican Gov. Charlie Baker, who strongly supports the ballot question."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160912/charter-foes-say-ed-board-chair-should-resign-over-100k-donation

Franklin School For The Performing Arts Hosts Open Houses

Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) will hold back-to-school Open Houses for prospective students and families on Monday, September 19 and Thursday, September 29 from 4-8 p.m. at 38 Main Street in downtown Franklin. The community is invited to tour the facilities, speak with faculty and staff, and learn more about FSPA programs in music, dance, and drama. Prospective students are also encouraged to try a complimentary class.

FSPA

Founded in 1985 by Director Raye Lynn Mercer, FSPA has been dedicated to the enjoyment of the arts for all ages and to the artistic growth and development of young people. The school provides an extraordinary faculty of artist-teachers and a nurturing environment where students grow skills for the stage and for life. FSPA offers extensive classes in all dance disciplines, acting, musical theater, voice, and instrumental instruction, whether for recreational enjoyment or serious study. FSPA is also home to the Little Music School, an innovative program that teaches children as young as 18 months to play the piano.

A year-round calendar of performing opportunities features musicals, plays, voice and instrumental recitals, opera scenes, chamber ensembles, acoustic coffee houses, musical theater showcases, summer theater productions, ballet and dance company performances, and the school’s signature Spring Concert. THE BLACK BOX, the home of the Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC), is located just behind the school and provides a professional venue for FSPA student productions. Many FSPA students also participate, by audition, in FPAC’s annual season of shows.

Registration is ongoing. Beginners are welcome and encouraged. For more information, including fall class schedule and catalogue, call (508) 528-8668 or visit online at www.FSPAonline.com.

"find candidates that fit the leadership role"

"The School Committee will likely engage a superintendent search firm this week as it prepares for the retirement of its current district leader, Maureen Sabolinski. 

The committee will meet Tuesday and hear from James Hardy of the Massachusetts Association of School Committees (MASC), which has offered its services. It is slated to consider awarding a contract to either MASC or one of the two other search firms (the New England School Development Council (NESDEC) and the ECRA Group it has already interviewed. 

District officials have said they are looking to move quickly to find a new superintendent to replace Sabolinski, who announced in July that she would be retiring at the end of this school year. Sabolinski has spent 32 years in education, serving the last seven years as superintendent."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160912/franklin-school-committee-set-to-select-search-firm

• Meeting notes from the 8/23/16 meeting can be found here

http://www.franklinmatters.org/2016/08/school-committee-begins-search-process.html

• Agenda for the Tuesday, Sep 13 meeting

http://www.franklinmatters.org/2016/09/franklin-ma-school-committee-sep-13-2016.html

Davis Thayer Elementary School

YMCA’s Youth Soccer and Fall T-ball Enrollment Opens

The Y is a great place to learn to love a sport and the upcoming youth sports season mean kids can have fun outdoors, while taking advantage of the best time of year to live (and be active outdoors) in New England. Try soccer or t-ball and be part of Team YMCA.

girl playing T ball

YMCA sports leagues emphasize skill development and the importance of good sportsmanship. Everyone plays and learns. A team sports shirt is provided with registration. A family event will also be included to end the season in celebration of all athletes.

The Hockomock Area YMCA is accepting registrations by calling 508-528-8708 or registering online (members) at hockymca.org/franklin. For a small fee, non-members can also participate at the program member rate (must register in person).

Soccer players will develop and improve fundamentals like dribbling, passing and kicking. Those enrolled in T-ball will develop baseball skills that include catching, throwing and hitting. All leagues are run in a positive and structured environment to ensure every child has fun and thrives.

boys on the soccer field

Season runs: Saturdays, September 17 – November 5, 2016.

Soccer – coed teams will meet at the Y as follows: Ages 3-4, 9:00-10:00 am; ages 5-6, 10:10–11:10 am; ages 7-10, 11:20 am – 12:20 pm.

T-ball – coed teams will meet at the Y as follows: Ages 3-4, 12:30-1:30 pm; ages 5-6, 1:40–2:40 pm.


Cost is $99 for members or $149 for program members. For more information, visit hockymca.org/franklin.

Bernon Family YMCA: 45 Forge Hill Road Franklin, 508-528-8708 | Sports Director: Jeff Moore 774-235-2720, jeffm@hockymca.org.

About Hockomock Area YMCA:

Where Cause Meets Community. At the Hockomock Area YMCA, strengthening community is our cause. The Hockomock Area YMCA is an organization of men, women, and children sharing a commitment to nurture the potential of kids, promote healthy living, and foster a sense of social responsibility.

Our YMCA is committed to partnering and collaborating with others to create and deliver lasting personal and social change in the 15 communities we are privileged to serve. The Hockomock Area YMCA is a not-for-profit charitable cause-driven organization with facilities in North Attleboro, Foxboro, Franklin, and Mansfield. For more information visit hockymca.org.

From FHS to Endicott, Anderson continues to help

"In May, Endicott senior defensive tackle Craig Anderson became the fifth recipient of the Jack Daly Award for Academics, Citizenship and Football. The award was presented to Anderson by the Eastern Mass. Chapter of the National Football Foundation to honor his outstanding play on the gridiron, in the classroom, and in the community. 

It was the last part that really struck home for Anderson, a Franklin High alum. 

Speaking the day before Endicott opened its 2016 season against Framingham State, he explained, “I always, when I can, try to give back to the community because there’s always people less fortunate than you. When the coaches talk about different community service opportunities, I try to get involved in as many as I can.” 

Anderson began volunteering and developed his passion for community service in the peer leadership group at Franklin High. The students raised money every holiday season to buy gifts for young people in need in the community. The peer leaders would deliver the gifts and saw the joy that it created to do something good for someone else."

Read the complete article by Hockomock Sports.Com Managing Editor Josh Perry
https://hockomocksports.com/anderson-a-leader-on-and-off-the-field-at-endicott/

Senior defensive lineman Craig Anderson was honored for his commitment to football, the classroom, and community service at Endicott. (Courtesy of Endicott College Athletics)

“We can move forward with our business – that of educating our kids.”

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"Returning to classrooms across the state and region, students have been busy adjusting to the leadership styles of their new teachers – a process many of those same educators have also recently undergone with the leadership in their district. 

During the past decade, an average of 55 to 65 school superintendents leave their post each year in Massachusetts. Tom Scott, executive director of the Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents, said most school chiefs leave their position to take another superintendency in the state or retire."

...

"In Franklin, Maureen Sabolinski has served as superintendent for the past eight years. Prior to that, she spent four years as the assistant superintendent and five as the director of special education and student services. 

Due to her vast experience in the district, Sabolinski, who is retiring at the end of the year, called her transition to the superintendency “seamless.” 

“The work we had been doing as a district continued and under my tenure we continued to evolve to strengthen and expand our academic programs and offer unique opportunities for students in academics, the arts, socially and in athletics,” said Sabolinski."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160911/superintendent-turnover-high-across-state

Left to Right: Asst Superintendent Peter Light, Superintendent Maureen Sabolinski, Business Director Miriam Goodman, Asst Superintendent for Teaching and LEarning Joyce Edwards

The Franklin (MA) School Committee agenda for Tuesday includes the discussion on the search process to replace Superintendent Sabolinski. The most recent meeting heard from two firms and their search proposals. The third candidate search firm is scheduled to present on Tuesday.

• More about the Superintendent search from the prior meeting

http://www.franklinmatters.org/2016/08/school-committee-begins-search-process.html

• Tuesday (9/13/16) meeting agenda

http://www.franklinmatters.org/2016/09/franklin-ma-school-committee-sep-13-2016.html

Recap of Town Council meeting Sep 7, 2016

The Town Council meeting of Wednesday, Sep 7 is recapped as follows:

Single person appointments were made to the Conservation Commission and Citizens Advisory Committee

Liquor license suspensions to be served by Acapulco's and Joe's American Bar and Grill for one day each with two days held in abeyance for three years.

Acapulco's

• Acapulco's will not serve liquor on Wednesday, Sep 14.
• Joe's will not serve on liquor Thursday, Sep 15

Joe's American Bar and Grill

Liquor license transfers for Longhorn Steakhouse and 99 Restaurant were approved

School Dude which already is used by the Town for their facility work order system is also being piloted for their preventive maintenance planning tool. The application sounds really slick and easy to use. It does depend upon and inventory of the facility infrastructure (heater, lighting fixtures, etc.). There is likely to be a proposal to expand the pilot with a full rollout as part of the capital budget planning for FY 2018.

The prior Charter commission and committee reports were reviewed with leadership of the prior efforts present to answer questions. Bottom line: some of the Town Council are upset with the lack of say they have in the direct hiring process for certain personnel within the Town. This is a slippery slope. As a legislative body, they should only hire the Town Administrator and approve of the key departmental appointments (as they do today). To do otherwise, would change their role from the legislative body to one of being active in day-to-day operations and in so doing, create additional liabilities for the individual councilors. The easier solution since addressing this via the Charter is not really practical, would be to simply address the issue via better communications. Better communications is something the Council should do all around. They have occasionally made improvements but there is a whole lot of room to work with.

The Pine St legal claim was approved for settlement. A complicated issue whereby many years ago, a property was taken for tax tile by the Town which was eventually taken to court and by this agreement finally resolved.

Ribbon cutting of the new downtown improvements will open the Holiday Stroll, Thursday, October 6. 4:00 PM on the triangle. The rather large planters on the triangle (some have referred to as burial urns) will be swapped out with units that are shorter in height.


The Actions Taken document can be viewed here:




My notes from the meeting reported live on Wednesday evening can be found here by the section of the meeting they apply to:

• Live reporting: closing
• Live reporting: School Dude and Charter discussion...
• Live reporting: License transfers
• Live reporting: License Compliance Check Violation...
• Live reporting: Legislation for Action
• Live reporting: Town Council - Sep 7, 2016

The full agenda and associated documents (i.e. the Pine St legal issue, and the Charter commission report) can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2016/09/franklin-ma-town-council-agenda-sep-7.html

Update: Gala 2016 - LAUGH IN THE BOX

FPAC Gala 2016  LAUGH IN THE BOX A Comedy Tonight! The Gala is two weeks away! Have you purchased your tickets yet? We are excited to announce that Broadway guest artist Darlesia Cearcy will be headlining the Gala's special, one-night-only show! Darlesia just completed the Broadway run of Shuffle Along as understudy to Audra McDonald in the role of "Lottie Gee." She made her Broadway debut in The Goodbye Girl with Martin Short and Bernadette Peters. Additional Broadway credits include "Nettie" in The Color Purple and "Sarah" in Ragtime, for which she received a Helen Hayes Award nomination.  Darlesia was part of the original Broadway production of The Book of Mormon, and you can catch her high notes on the original Broadway cast album. Recordings also feature Everlasting Pictures with B-Zet.  Darlesia's television credits include Nurse Jackie, Law and Order SVU, Mercy Me, Rescue Me, and House of Cards (Season 5, Netflix). Films include The Challenger, Rush, and Frozen. Gala 2016 - LAUGH IN THE BOX View card

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Norfolk County Real Estate Bounces Back in August

	Norfolk County Registry of Deeds
	Norfolk County Real Estate Bounces Back in August After a disappointing July, the Norfolk County real estate market roared back to life showing mostly solid gains for the month of August. Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell stated, "After a down July, it was nice to see the real estate market recover in August. Increases were seen in both home sales and lending. August was a month where all stakeholders benefited from the strong real estate market in Norfolk County." "During the month of August," noted O'Donnell, "a total of 1,945 property transactions, both residential and commercial, were recorded in Norfolk County. This represented a 9% increase year over year. The average sales price for these properties was $874,726, a 47% increase from August 2015." The Register also noted that the total volume of real estate sales, both residential and commercial, came in at $1.18 billion, a 60% increase from the same time period in 2015. It should be noted that these figures were enhanced by a $205 million dollar sale of Westwood Station that took place during the middle of August. O'Donnell stated, "Lending activity also showed some impressive gains. For the month of August, a total of 3,511 mortgages were recorded, a 35% increase from the previous year. Furthermore, total mortgage financing came in at $1.7 billion, a 60% increase from the previous August. Clearly, the continuing low interest rates are spurring individuals and businesses to borrow money for home and capital improvements and education." If there was one cloud in the silver lining concerning August's data, it was the increase in foreclosure activity experienced in Norfolk County. A total of 32 foreclosure deeds were filed compared to 19 filed in August 2015. Also, the number of Notice to Foreclose Mortgages recorded, the first step in the foreclosure process, was 96 compared to 31 recorded during the previous August. O'Donnell noted, "The significant increases in foreclosure activity were discouraging, especially after we thought the market had turned the corner. There is no question that some of our neighbors continue to struggle. "I want to again stress the Registry's continuing partnership with Quincy Community Action Programs at (617) 479-8181 x-376 and Neighbor Works Southern Mass at (508) 598-0950. These agencies are there to help anyone who has received a Notice to Foreclose Mortgage from a lender. Another option for homeowners is to call the Massachusetts Attorney General's HomeCorps program at (617) 573-5333. I cannot stress enough to call them promptly if you are struggling with paying your mortgage." Homestead recordings showed a solid 11% increase in August compared to the same time period in 2015. O'Donnell noted, "A Homestead is an important consumer protection tool that I would encourage all homeowners to consider. A Homestead provides limited protection against the forced sale of your primary residence to satisfy unsecured debt up to $500,000." In conclusion, Register O'Donnell stated, "After a less than robust July, it was great to see Norfolk County real estate activity rebound so strongly. It appears that a sizeable pool of buyers were aggressive in getting back into the market. Hopefully, the housing inventory level will not take a dip anytime soon. Another positive indicator is the continuing low interest rate which has been a key driver for real estate sales and lending." To learn more about these and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, like us at facebook.com/NorfolkDeeds or follow us on twitter.com/NorfolkDeeds and/or instagram.com/NorfolkDeeds. The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, located at 649 High Street, Dedham, is the principal office for real property in Norfolk County. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities and others with a need for secure, accurate, accessible land record information. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center at (781) 461-6101, or on the web at www.norfolkdeeds.org. Register William P. O'Donnell Norfolk County Registry of Deeds email: registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org phone: 781-234-3336 web: http://www.norfolkdeeds.org

Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, 649 High Street, Dedham,, MA 02026-1831 Sent by registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org in collaboration with Try it free today

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"I've learned Horace Mann began his education using the books that Benjamin Franklin provided to the town library - it's astounding."

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"The town will unveil a new statue of Horace Mann next spring. 

The statue of the town native known as the father of public education in America will be placed in a green space at 150 Emmons St. The town sold that land, once the site of a municipal building, to local developer Roger Calarese, but required an easement for a park honoring Mann. 

State Rep. Jeffrey Roy, D-Franklin, who has been active in supporting the effort, said the statue will be unveiled on May 7, 2017. 

"(The sculptor) could have it available in November or December, but the weather then is unpredictable," he said. "We also wanted to get it as close to Horace Mann's birthday (of May 4) as possible."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160911/franklin-mann-statue-being-readied-for-2017

a recent view of the Horace Mann opens space from Emmons St

a recent view of the Horace Mann opens space from West Central St

Horace Mann is buried in Providence, RI
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/05/happy-birthday-horace-mann.html

Franklin, MA: School Committee - Sep 13, 2016

Vision Statement

The Franklin Public Schools will foster within its students the knowledge and skills to find and achieve satisfaction in life as productive global citizens.

AGENDA

"The listing of matters are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which

may be discussed at the meeting. Not all items listed may in fact be discussed

and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent

permitted by law."

the key to learning

1. Routine Business

• Citizen’s Comments
• Review of Agenda
• Budget to Actual
• Minutes: I recommend approval of the minutes from the August 23, 2016 School Committee Meeting.
• Payment of Bills Dr. O’Malley
• Payroll Mrs. Douglas
• FHS Student Representatives
• Correspondence

2. Guests/Presentations
a. MASC Superintendent Search - Jim Hardy
b. Update DIP and Progress Monitoring 2nd doc
c. Middle School (SIP) School Improvement Plans
d. FHS School Improvement Plan

3. Discussion Only Items
Superintendent Search Discussion/Decision
Policy – Second Readings

• DJE - Bidding Requirements
• DKC - Expense Reimbursements
• JJF - Student Activity Accounts
• JJF-R - Student Activity Accounts
• JJFG - Disposition of Student Activity Accounts

4. Action Items
a. I recommend approval of the following 2016-2017 School Improvement Plans:

1. Annie Sullivan MS
2. Horace Mann MS
3. Remington MS
4. FHS

b. I recommend adoption of School Committee Policies:

1. DJE - Bidding Requirements
2. DKC - Expense Reimbursements
3. JJF - Student Activity Accounts
4. JJF-R - Student Activity Accounts
5. JJFG - Disposition of Student Activity Accounts

c. I recommend acceptance of the check from the Franklin Music Boosters in the amount of $1600.00 for supplemental supplies for the Elementary Music Program.

5. Information Matters

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

6. New Business
To discuss future business that may be brought before the School Committee.

7. Motion to Adjourn 
– Dr. O’Malley

"a significant 'generational shift' over the past several years"

"In the 15 years since the 9/11 terror attacks, the United States has seen the rise of two ongoing wars, a massive government surveillance program and an increased awareness and fear of global terrorism. But for this year's first-time voters, this is the only world they've ever known. 

Most freshmen entering high school this year were born after 9/11. Those 18-year-olds entering college will have little, if any, direct memories of the attacks on the World Trade Center towers in New York and the Pentagon. As they enter the polling booth for the first time in November, they will be challenged to vote for a president who can tackle growing issues, including the fight against ISIS, the need to deal with economic instability and internet security that have become increasingly intertwined over the past decade-and-a-half."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160910/after-911-generations-differ-on-government-surveillance

flags placed on the lawn at the Elks Lodge on Ponds St to remember 9/11 victims

flags placed on the lawn at the Elks Lodge on Ponds St to remember 9/11 victims

flags placed on the lawn at the Elks Lodge on Ponds St to remember 9/11 victims

In the News: Cultural Council grant schedule, Russian Math School awards

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"The Franklin Cultural Council has set an Oct. 17 deadline for organizations, schools and individuals to apply for grants that support cultural activities in the community. 

This funding encourages individuals, groups and not-for-profit organizations to bring to the community unique programming that centers around the arts, humanities, history or interpretive sciences for children, adults and intergenerational groups. 

This year, the Franklin Cultural Council will distribute about $11,000 in grants. Previously funded projects include programs/field trips for five of Franklin’s schools (public and charter), Franklin Downtown Partnership Strawberry Stroll, LiveArts, Franklin Performing Arts Company Whatever Theatre Festival, Southeastern MA Community Concert Band and the Franklin Art Association."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160910/franklin-cultural-council-sets-funding-deadline

"The Russian School of Mathematics recently announced that 16 of its Franklin students posted notable scores on both national and international mathematics competitions. 

Nearly 100 students received an award on the AMC 8, 10 and 12, and approximately 87 percent of the Massachusetts Math Kangaroo winners were RSM students."

The following are Franklin award winners:

• Shoyaib Shaik, grade eight
• Aishwarya Prakki, grade five
• YickRen Leong, grade five
• Rutvik Parikh, grade six
• Sameen Shaik, grade six
• Izam Karukappadath, grade seven
• Pratusha Nouduri, grade seven
• Rohit Valiveti, grade seven
• Vibha Kamath, grade seven
• Arvind Sridhar, grade eight
• Shoumik Sompally, grade six
• Arya Bhat, grade four
• Nikhil Sankaran, grade three
• Justin Chen, grade four
• Liana Warnakulasooriya, grade four
• Alexandra Krylova, grade nine

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160910/russian-school-of-mathematics-announces-franklin-award-winners

Update on the BFCCPS expansion

Dear BFCCPS Community,

We wanted to provide an update to developments with the construction of our new school, this is the first step in our overall BFCCPS Expansion Process. It has been an exceptionally busy summer and we are pleased to announce that we made significant progress in the last eight weeks.

In July our project received clearance from the Franklin Conservation Committee followed by approval by the Franklin Planning Board. Based on that approval we were able to solicit bids for the Construction Manager for our new building. During the month of August the neighboring project which is involved in our land swap also received clearance from the Franklin Conservation Committee and the Franklin Planning Board.

Both projects are subject to a complete review by the Massachusetts EPA that has taken longer than we could possibly have anticipated.

At this time, we find ourself beyond the deadline where we would need to be in order to open for the 2017-2018 school year. We did consider a number of creative alternatives however in the end, they would have been significantly disruptive to our educational program. We will have a better idea of what our timeline will be once the MEPA review is completed . We remain incredibly pleased with the progress that has been made this summer, and we continue to be excited about continuing with this process and we hope that you are too.

If you have any questions about the project, please contact the Board of Trustees President, Mr. Jason Fine by email at jfine@bfccps.org.

Sincerely

The BFCCPS Board of Trustees

Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School

Shared from the BFCCPS webpage
http://bfccps.org/an-expansion-update-from-the-board-of-trustees-2/

Pipeline Talk in Millis - Sep 13

Tuesday September 13th  = 7:00 PM

MILLIS PUBLIC LIBRARY
961 Main St.
Millis, MA

Sponsored by Millis Public Forum

As part of its Access Northeast project, Spectra Energy is proposing to build a 30-inch high pressure gas pipeline that would be 21.2 miles through nine towns: Bellingham, Medway, Millis, Franklin, Norfolk, Walpole, Sharon, Canton and Stoughton. A presentation on the proposed pipeline, sponsored by the Millis Public Forum, will be held Tuesday, September 13, 2016, at 7:00 PM at the Millis Library and will offer information about what it is, how it would impact Millis and its residents, and what people can do about it. 

Interested residents and town officials are invited to attend to learn more. A question and answer period will follow. 

Presenters: Carolyn and Rand Barthel of 350 Massachusetts.

For more information, contact Carol Coakley at 508-376-8495.

lawn sign found on several Franklin homes

For more information on the No Spectra effort, visit their webpage
http://nospectrama.org/