From HockomockSports.com we share the FHS sports results:
Gymnastics = Taunton, 128.2 @ Franklin, 140.45 – Final
For other results around the Hockomock League
Results confirmed via Twitter
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| FHS gymnastics tops Taunton on Friday |
Saturday, January 23, 2021
Q & A with the FPS Digital Learning Integrationists - Feb 3
Franklin Public Schools, MA (@FranklinPSNews) tweeted on Fri, Jan 22, 2021:
Families: Mark your calendars for the next Q & A with the FPS Digital Learning Integrationists on Wednesday, February 3rd from 7 - 7:45 PM. They are here to help and answer any questions you may have.
Google Meet link = https://t.co/pvyJV2jDwq
@mertenladybugs @MZogby @Jim_dEntremont
Shared from Twitter: https://t.co/X7NaRGuAgC
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| Q & A with the FPS Digital Learning Integrationists - Feb 3 |
Fund raiser for Teddy Gallagher's - Jan 23, 2021
Matt Zajac writes:
"MY FRIENDS....
Another local music venue is in danger... Teddy Gallagher's Irish Pub
is fighting to keep their doors open and could use your help! This Saturday, 1/23, at 3 PM, they will be streaming live from the pub, raising funds to help keep this longstanding Franklin restaurant/bar from having to close.
There will be live music from myself (Matt Zajac), Ricky Robidoux/Dan Sutton duo, and many more! Please join us from the comfort of your own living room and support this local business!!!
The event will be streaming live from Teddy Gallagher's Facebook page where you will be able to donate to the cause!"
Shared from Facebook:
FHS Gymnastics: Meet Emma, meet Lizzie
FHS Gymnastics (@fhs_gymnastics) tweeted:
Meet Emma! @FHSSports @FranklinHS @FranklinMatters @R_Lanigan @BostonHeraldHS @MetroWestSports @HockomockSports @MyFM1013 @KatCornetta @FHSTrainingRoom https://t.co/KpWHs5jtdK
Meet Lizzie! @FHSSports @FranklinHS @FranklinMatters @R_Lanigan @BostonHeraldHS @MetroWestSports @HockomockSports @MyFM1013 @KatCornetta @FHSTrainingRoom
@lizziebrown36 @Mtgbrigham
Meet Emma! @FHSSports @FranklinHS @FranklinMatters @R_Lanigan @BostonHeraldHS @MetroWestSports @HockomockSports @MyFM1013 @KatCornetta @FHSTrainingRoom pic.twitter.com/KpWHs5jtdK
— FHS Gymnastics (@fhs_gymnastics) January 22, 2021
Meet Lizzie! @FHSSports @FranklinHS @FranklinMatters @R_Lanigan @BostonHeraldHS @MetroWestSports @HockomockSports @MyFM1013 @KatCornetta @FHSTrainingRoom @lizziebrown36 @Mtgbrigham pic.twitter.com/jVgcJJZSVJ
— FHS Gymnastics (@fhs_gymnastics) January 22, 2021
CommonWealth Magazine: Student Opportunity Act to be funded in FY 22 budget; sports betting bill filed again
"GOV. CHARLIE BAKER will propose fully funding the first year of the recently updated school funding formula when he releases his fiscal 2022 budget proposal next week – a commitment that was delayed by a year due to COVID-19.
Baker made the announcement on Friday at the Massachusetts Municipal Association’s annual meeting, which was conducted virtually due to COVID-19.
Baker did not go into details other than to say the administration will “keep our commitment to local school districts by fully funding the first year of the Student Opportunity Act.”
The governor did not give an exact dollar figure for how much additional money he will put into education aid. But based on past estimates, it will likely be more than $300 million. "
Continue reading the article online
"Sports betting is back.
State Sen. Brendan Crighton, a Lynn Democrat, reintroduced a bill this week to legalize sports betting in Massachusetts, reviving a debate that died without action at the end of the last legislative session.
“Looking at the states around us, folks are going to bet on sports whether or not we legalize this, but right now the money’s going to the black market and to other states,” Crighton said in an interview with CommonWealth. “With the black market, you’re not getting any consumer protections. We think it’s important to bring people out of the shadows into the regulated market.”
Last summer, the Massachusetts House voted on a bill to legalize sports betting. The House then included sports betting in its version of an economic development bill. But the Senate never held a vote on the policy, and it was left out of the final version of the economic development bill."
Continue reading the article online
MBTA Commuter Rail: Winter schedule now in effect, NO weekend service on Franklin Line
Winter Schedule will take effect on January 23. Weekend service will only operate on the Middleborough, Fairmount, Providence, Worcester & Newburyport/Rockport Lines. Schedules are now available at South Station, North Station, Back Bay & MBTA.com.
On January 23rd, the 2021 Winter Service Schedule will go into effect. This Schedule will introduce:
- Additional trains on the Middleborough, Fairmount and Newburyport Lines.
- A revised weekend service with trains only operating on the Fairmount, Worcester, Providence, Middleborough, and Newburyport/Rockport lines.
Paper Schedules will be available in South Station, North Station and Back Bay starting the week of January 18th.
Last Updated: Jan 22 2021 02:55 PM
For other updates and the online schedule visit https://www.mbta.com/schedules/CR-Franklin/timetable
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| MBTA Commuter Rail: Winter schedule now in effect, NO weekend service on Franklin Line |
COVID Vaccines: Fact Versus Fiction
"Vince Venditto, UK College of Pharmacy, is busting myths about COVID-19 vaccines to help inform your decision to get vaccinated":
"Over the past year, a novel, highly contagious virus has spread across the world. Scientists and researchers have worked quickly to respond with vaccine development, two of which have been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for emergency use so far.
As the vaccine rollout continues for frontline health care workers and others in the most vulnerable populations, it is important to separate fact from fiction with regard to the safety and efficacy of the vaccines.
Vince Venditto, PhD, assistant professor in the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy’s Department of Pharmaceutical Science, has extensive expertise in vaccine design. He was trained in organic synthesis and vaccine development. He is currently working on a clinical trial with community pharmacies to understand the prevalence of SARS-CoV-2 in Kentucky.
He is busting myths about the vaccines to help inform your decision to get vaccinated. "
Continue reading the article online:
https://uknow.uky.edu/research/covid-vaccines-fact-versus-fiction?fbclid=IwAR1nZB8LOXGaBScaCC37ouamxhVH15Oc_0NgWEgRFsaQL_J4cfsNc4Pnh8w
One in a series of COVID myth articles, early this week we shared:
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| Vince Venditto, UK College of Pharmacy, is busting myths about COVID-19 vaccines (University of Kentucky photo) |
Friday, January 22, 2021
Franklin's Weekend Outlook: Jan 23 - Jan 25, 2021
Saturday, January 23
11:00am - Preschool & Kindergarten Open House (Sunrise Montessori)
11:00am - Preschool & Kindergarten Open House (Sunrise Montessori)
Sunday, January 24
1:00pm - Historical Museum (open and free admission)
3:00pm - Project BOE - Informational Meeting (virtual session)
Monday, January 25
7:30pm - S.W.A.N Paint Night; Strength, Wellness & Networking (virtual session)
Find the full calendar https://www.franklinmatters.org/p/blog-page.html
If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication: https://forms.gle/oPdi8X3ZbHHyrHzo6
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| Community Calendar |
Franklin's "Watch list" for 2021
The "watch list" for Franklin in 2021. These are the items I see facing Franklin this year. The insights developed in over fourteen years of reporting on Franklin and in particular over 100 meetings during 2020 are behind the summary of items here. This is the short story.
If you need or want more on these, stay tuned, I'll be following these throughout the year. If you want a better explanation of one or more, send me an email. If there are enough inquires, I can also schedule a Q&A session like held Thursday for the Senior Center.
Pandemic and recovery
- This should not be a surprise, our individual health and the health of the community will begin to determine how much the economy can recover.
Town budget/School budget for FY 2022
- While we averted a real problem last year, the question remains: what will happen this year? We get a peek with the release of the Governor's budget next week (by statue required by Wednesday). Given 22% of our budget is state aid (DLS numbers via DLS Dashboard), that is a key starting point.
- The economy will help via the local receipts (assuming we recover from COVID-19). The School budget is the big unknown (from my point of view). The District is making progress on the Davis Thayer situation (but no timeline or approval yet on closing the building). While that is underway, the other buildings that could also be closed are not yet on the table for discussion.
Affordable housing
- The population of Franklin has seen slower growth recently. What is the proper mix of housing for the population we have and anticipate? Will it be affordable for the folks to live here? All good questions and the discussion will be held in earnest this year.
Franklin election (November 2021)
- Yes, the Town Council, School Committee, and many other positions are up for election in November. Who will run? What issues will they be facing? Will we see more youthful and diverse candidates?
Citizen engagement
- The voter turnout for the Sep and November 2020 elections were the highest numbers seen although by percent, we have turned out more (in 2016). The pandemic likely contributed to both the voter numbers and smaller per cent. Mail ballots were a key contributor. Will they become the 'norm'? What about early voting for a local election?
- The access to public meetings has made more engagement possible. Franklin residents can participate via Zoom, live stream, or cable channel. Less of an excuse to not be able to see and hear what is going on whether Town Council, Planning Board, School Committee or any number of other public boards and committees.
What would you add to this list?
What was the "watch list" for 2020?
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2020/01/franklin-issue-on-2020-watch-list_8.html
The slide deck I used for the Q&A session on Thursday can be found here
The slide deck I used for the Q&A session on Thursday can be found here
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1FWJEGxU7iVSSDnlsPLrpeOK4hYfyLaeoECYGkbJ7RFA/edit?usp=sharing
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| Franklin's "Watch list" for 2021 |
American Anthem - Norah Jones
In his inaugural speech, President Biden says:
"Will we rise to the occasion is the question. Will we master this rare and difficult hour? Will we meet our obligations and pass along a new and better world to our children? I believe we must. I’m sure you do as well. I believe we will. And when we do, we’ll write the next great chapter in the history of the United States of America. The American story. A story that might sound something like a song that means a lot to me. It’s called “American Anthem.” There’s one verse that stands out, at least for me, and it goes like this:"
"The work and prayers of a century have brought us to this day.
What shall be our legacy? What will our children say?
Let me know in my heart when my days are through.
America, America, I gave my best to you."
The song was originally performed by Norah Jones for the Ken Burns film "The War"
Full set of lyrics: = > https://www.elyrics.net/read/n/norah-jones-lyrics/american-anthem-lyrics.html
Full text of inauguration speech: https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/interactive/2021/01/20/biden-inauguration-speech/
Video => https://youtu.be/sdjnAFqapg4
Franklin High School: Important Information and Dates
Important Information and Dates
Winter 2020-2021
- Hybrid Bell Schedule for all students, including new Wednesday schedule
- Hybrid Cohort Schedule (Semester 2 Schedule will be posted soon)
FHS calendar at a glance:
School Picture Days for 9th, 10th, and 11th graders
Saturday, January 30th, and Saturday, February 6th. Click here for information, to select a time slot and order picture packages.
January 25 - FHS PCC Meeting 7:30 PM via Google Meets; click here to join meeting. Guest: Mrs. Heather McVay, FHS Guidance Director; Submit your questions prior to the meeting HERE
January 30th - School Picture Day for 9th,10th,11th graders. See above
February 2 - Q2 Ends
February 3 - Q3 Begins
February 6 - School Picture Day for 9th,10th,11th graders. See above
February 12 - No School - PD Day
February 15-19 - No School - Winter Break
- Franklin Public Schools School Re-Opening website click HERE to view
- Principal's Page << watch Mr. Hanna's video updates
- FHS Students having troubles with your Chromebook or need technical help? Go to THIS PAGE for technology support
- The difference between Home Schooling and Remote Learning from the Office of Teaching and Learning
FHS basketball teams split with Taunton; girls win to stay unbeaten
Girls Basketball = Franklin, 66 @ Taunton, 29 – Final
– Franklin went on the road and scored a big win to stay unbeaten on the season. Olivia Quinn was the top scorer for the Panthers with 12 points, but it was a balanced effort as all 13 players got on the score sheet. Taunton got nine points from Sonya Fernandez and eight points from Jaelyn Fernandez in the season opener for the Tigers.
Boys Basketball = Taunton, 55 @ Franklin, 46 – Final
"Most teams in the Hockomock League are hitting the halfway point of the regular season this week, but the Taunton boys basketball team is just getting started.Continue reading the game recap by Ryan Lanigan, founder and Editor-in-Chief of HockomockSports.com: https://hockomocksports.com/taunton-boys-basketball-hold-franklin-charlie-dacey-400th-win/
While it was a victory for Taunton to just get on the court after weeks of delays, the Tigers were in search of a different kind of win.
Buoyed by a hot start offensively and solid defense throughout, the Tigers won their season opener, 55-46, giving head coach Charlie Dacey his 400th career win — all coming with Taunton."
– For a photo gallery of this game: https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/2020-2021/Winter-2020-2021/Franklin-Taunton-Boys-Basketball-01-21-21/
For other results around the Hockomock League
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| Taunton head coach Charlie Dacey, who earned his 400th win on Thursday, watches the action in the second half. (Ryan Lanigan/HockomockSports.com) |
Franklin Public Schools: District Newsletter - January 2021
The 1st District Newsletter of 2021 is now available & includes info about:
- The Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee
- Class of 2034 Kindergarten Registration
- ECDC Applications & Lottery
- Pool Testing
- Travel
- SWAC & more!
Find it here https://conta.cc/2LR2v9T
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| Franklin Public Schools: District Newsletter - January 2021 |
FM #441 Jen Delmore - Conservation Agent - 01/13/21 (audio)
FM #441 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 441 in the series.
This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Conservation Agent Jen Delmore. We had our conversation via conference bridge to adhere to the ‘social distancing’ requirements of this pandemic period.
Links to the key topics covered here are included in the show notes. The recording runs about 36 minutes, so let’s listen to my conversation with Jen Delmore.
Audio file = https://player.captivate.fm/episode/fe003ca7-7e2a-456f-baf2-b9facd1bba62
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Conservation Forms https://www.franklinma.gov/conservation/pages/filing-instructions-forms-and-fees
DelCarte Reports and Plan https://www.franklinma.gov/conservation/pages/delcarte-conservation-area
Conservation Home owners 101 https://www.franklinma.gov/conservation/pages/homeowners-101
Conservation Regulations and bylaws https://www.franklinma.gov/conservation/pages/regulations-and-bylaws
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm).
This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.
How can you help?
- If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors
- If you don't like something here, please let me know
Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.
For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/
If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com
The
music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the
group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana" c.
Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.
I hope you enjoy!
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| DelCarte, on a January morning 2020 |
Reminder: Community Preservation Committee seeks At-Large Candidates - application deadline, Sunday - Jan 24, 2021
The Town of Franklin seeks interested residents who wish to be a member of the inaugural Community Preservation Committee (CPC).
The Town voted overwhelmingly to approve the adoption of the Community
Preservation Act at the November 2020 election. The Town Council
established a Community Preservation Committee(CPC) in December and is
seeking applicants for the four At-Large seats.
We
have opened the application period for the four (4) At-Large resident
vacancies. If interested, please fill out the form and required
information below. Resumes are optional but preferred and helpful.
Application period: Monday, January 4, 2021, through Sunday, January 24,
2021.
If you are interested in serving please apply here:
http://franklinmaboards.vt-s.net/newcaf.php
The new Town bylaw can be found here:
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/uploads/signed_cpc_bylaw_20-864.pdf
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/uploads/signed_cpc_bylaw_20-864.pdf
For more information on Community Preservation visit the town website, which will continue to evolve as the program gets active:
https://www.franklinma.gov/community-preservation-committee
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/uploads/cpc_vacancy...
https://www.franklinma.gov/community-preservation-committee
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif591/f/uploads/cpc_vacancy...
Shared from the Town of Franklin page https://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/community-preservation-committee-seeks-large-candidates
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| Community Preservation Committee seeks At-Large Candidates |
"the early closure business order and the stay at home advisory will be lifted"
"GOV. CHARLIE BAKER, citing positive trends in COVID-19 data, said that starting Monday he plans to lift a 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. stay-at-home advisory and a curfew that left many businesses shuttering at 9:30 p.m. over the past 2 ½ months.
Vaccines are reaching residents. Positive case rates and hospitalizations have stabilized. Those trends are moving in the right direction,” Baker said at a State House press conference on Thursday. “As a result, we believe it’s OK and it’s time to start a gradual easing of some of the restrictions we put in place in the fall.”
Continue reading the article online
Boston Globe coverage (subscription may be required): https://www.bostonglobe.com/2021/01/21/metro/baker-announces-stay-home-advisory-early-closure-orders-will-end-monday/
Sunrise Montessori School: Open House - Preschool & Kindergarten - Jan 23
Sunrise Montessori School is hosting an in-person Open House for our Preschool & Kindergarten programs.
Families are welcome to tour the school, speak with our teachers and learn more about Montessori education.
Applications are being accepted for the 2021-2022 school year. No RSVP is necessary, but you may call Andrea Rossick, Head of School, at 508-541-8010 if you have any questions.
Please wear a mask and practice social distancing.
When: Jan 23, 2021 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Check out Sunrise online: http://www.mysunrisemontessori.com/
or on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/sunrisemontessori
Sunrise Montessori School: Open House - Preschool & Kindergarten - Jan 23
Milford Daily News: "Man indicted in fatal Franklin shooting pleads not guilty"
"Prosecutors said when one witness yelled for the mother of DeAndre Scott's child to call 911, Marcus Thibodeau, 26, left the living room and said, "What was I supposed to do, he came at me."Read the full article via @milforddaily at https://t.co/prRv3xdEaC
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