The Franklin Public School's Capital Budget proposal is up for discussion at the School Committee meeting on Tuesday, Nov 9th.
The summary document is as follows (links to each supporting document is provided below):
Franklin Public Schools: Capital Budget Proposal - FY2012
Technology
http://www.scribd.com/full/41397723?access_key=key-2bt9xmfrik6410wd4fr
Van
http://www.scribd.com/full/41397732?access_key=key-wssu5c43h6ncrpatr7b
Facilities
http://www.scribd.com/full/41397735?access_key=key-2c82ienbj93wrqqfm3as
Textbooks
http://www.scribd.com/full/41397752?access_key=key-1gfqq8nyjf1mq0z8qext
Note: email subscribers will need to click through to Franklin Matters to view these documents
Franklin, MA
Sunday, November 7, 2010
Challenge for charities: Will more go hungry?
Sent to you by Steve Sherlock via Google Reader:
via The Milford Daily News News RSS by Scott O'Connell/Daily News staff on 11/6/10
The holiday season is a busy time already for food pantries, and recent statistics show that this year's demand will be even higher than usual.
Things you can do from here:
- Subscribe to The Milford Daily News News RSS using Google Reader
- Get started using Google Reader to easily keep up with all your favorite sites
The Franklin Food Pantry has two fund raisers coming up this weekend where you can help.
Saturday, Nov 13 - Bigelow Station plays at the 3 Restaurant
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2010/10/fund-raiser-for-franklin-food-pantry.html
Sunday, Nov 14 - Fund Raising at Legacy Place
http://franklinmatters.blogspot.com/2010/10/fund-raiser-for-franklin-food-pantry_23.html
How does the Legacy Place fund raiser work?
You buy a ticket for $10. This gets your name on the listing at Legacy Place. When you arrive on Sunday, Nov 14th. Check in to get a bracelet. You wear the bracelet during your shopping trip. The bracelet is an easy sign for the merchants to see that your part of the fund raising "Legacy of Giving" and you obtain the appropriate discount.
The $10 goes entirely to the Franklin Food Pantry. You gain by getting discounts on your purchases at participating vendors. A win-win!
Franklin, MA
Saturday, November 6, 2010
Art of the Educator - Hunakai Studio - through Nov 19th
After posting about the 'Art of the Educator' exhibit at the Hunakai Studios in Foxborough. I caught up with Carla Carey, the Executive Director. The exhibit has been extended until Nov 19th due to the positive interest shown. There are works from about 14 teachers representing Franklin, Foxborough, Mansfield, Medfield, Middleborough and Sharon.
There are about 50 pieces of art work being exhibited covering multiple forms of expression; sculpture, painting, and pottery. Carla was enthusiastic talking about the show. "It is kind of surprising to see some of the work, it is not your 'always conservative' teacher showing. It is really super and fun."
The show is a biannual affair for the studio to feature the importance of art education for the community. Carla hopes that the parents will see this and look to foster the creative arts in their communities. The creative arts teach problem solving techniques. With the current budget issues most school districts are facing, this kind of creative problem solving is becoming all the more important.
The Hunakai Studio operates as a school of fine arts serving students from 5 to 92. The studio will work with the schools to develop a portfolio. They have five separate studios to work with. The teachers are themselves professional artists. The environment is very much alive!
Tues: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thurs: 10:00 am - 8:30 pm
Fri: 10:00 am - 6:30 pm
Sat: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Franklin, MA
There are about 50 pieces of art work being exhibited covering multiple forms of expression; sculpture, painting, and pottery. Carla was enthusiastic talking about the show. "It is kind of surprising to see some of the work, it is not your 'always conservative' teacher showing. It is really super and fun."
The show is a biannual affair for the studio to feature the importance of art education for the community. Carla hopes that the parents will see this and look to foster the creative arts in their communities. The creative arts teach problem solving techniques. With the current budget issues most school districts are facing, this kind of creative problem solving is becoming all the more important.
The Hunakai Studio operates as a school of fine arts serving students from 5 to 92. The studio will work with the schools to develop a portfolio. They have five separate studios to work with. The teachers are themselves professional artists. The environment is very much alive!
Hunakai School of Fine Arts
16 Chestnut Street Suite 410
Foxboro, MA 02035
(508) 543-5665
Studio hours
Mon: 10:00 am - 8:00 pmTues: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thurs: 10:00 am - 8:30 pm
Fri: 10:00 am - 6:30 pm
Sat: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Franklin, MA
If Franklin matters, you can help
I believe Franklin matters, hence the name for this site. I have written of how the site came to be and how it is my public service effort here.
I am realizing that as much as I can do, there is still more to be done and hence can use some help.
I would like to include those who have answered Yes to the questions above and would be willing to help.
In particular, there are Planning Board, Conservation Commission, and Design Review meetings that would be good to attend and report on. I have focused on the Town Council, School Committee, Finance Committee and Financial Planning Committee to "follow the money". These other areas are important to cover and I can not do it all. Nor would I attempt to.
If you already have some skill and interest and a topic that would be good to share with the Franklin community, then we should talk as well.
So if you are reading this, you already maybe someone who can help or know of someone who might be able to.
If you'd like to explore what this would mean (and what help/training I would provide) please let me know.
You can comment or send me an email at shersteve@gmail.com.
Thank you!
Franklin, MA
I am realizing that as much as I can do, there is still more to be done and hence can use some help.
- If you believe that Franklin, MA matters
- If you have some skill in writing
- If you have a willingness to learn some Web 2.0 tools
I would like to include those who have answered Yes to the questions above and would be willing to help.
In particular, there are Planning Board, Conservation Commission, and Design Review meetings that would be good to attend and report on. I have focused on the Town Council, School Committee, Finance Committee and Financial Planning Committee to "follow the money". These other areas are important to cover and I can not do it all. Nor would I attempt to.
If you already have some skill and interest and a topic that would be good to share with the Franklin community, then we should talk as well.
So if you are reading this, you already maybe someone who can help or know of someone who might be able to.
If you'd like to explore what this would mean (and what help/training I would provide) please let me know.
You can comment or send me an email at shersteve@gmail.com.
Thank you!
Franklin, MA
Friday, November 5, 2010
Ze Frank - fun for Friday!
I haven't posted recently on our Web 2.0 series so I thought I would do so today.
I miss Ze Frank's "The Show" - It was a glorious exploration, everyday something new. Yes, some worked better than others but going through each day, it was magic.
I recall back at the first PodCamp Boston, Steve Garfield coordinated a session that produced this video on "Riding the Fire Eagle Danger Day"!
Ze Frank summarizes some of his work in this TED talk. The two best parts are the Ray story and the last piece on "Hey, you're okay"
Of course, you should have fun everyday and not just Friday!
What are you going to do to have fun today?
Note: email subscribers will need to click through to Franklin Matters to view this video
This was originally posted to Steve's 2 Cents
http://steves2cents.blogspot.com/2010/10/ze-frank-fun-for-friday.html
For additional posts on the Web 2.0 series, you can use the search feature on the top right column and look for "Web 2.0".
Franklin, MA
I miss Ze Frank's "The Show" - It was a glorious exploration, everyday something new. Yes, some worked better than others but going through each day, it was magic.
I recall back at the first PodCamp Boston, Steve Garfield coordinated a session that produced this video on "Riding the Fire Eagle Danger Day"!
Ze Frank summarizes some of his work in this TED talk. The two best parts are the Ray story and the last piece on "Hey, you're okay"
Of course, you should have fun everyday and not just Friday!
What are you going to do to have fun today?
Note: email subscribers will need to click through to Franklin Matters to view this video
This was originally posted to Steve's 2 Cents
http://steves2cents.blogspot.com/2010/10/ze-frank-fun-for-friday.html
For additional posts on the Web 2.0 series, you can use the search feature on the top right column and look for "Web 2.0".
Franklin, MA
Stress and Your Teen Conference - Nov 13
Are you a parent dealing with teenagers? Have a challenging time?
This conference might be good to learn what contributes to teenage stress and get some tools to help your family live a happier and healthier life amidst everyday stresses!
Stress and Your Teen Conference
Register at http://www.yourteen.org/
Franklin, MA
This conference might be good to learn what contributes to teenage stress and get some tools to help your family live a happier and healthier life amidst everyday stresses!
Stress and Your Teen Conference
Register at http://www.yourteen.org/
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2010 8:30AM – 3:00PM
BLACKSTONE VALLEY REGIONAL VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL SCHOOL, UPTON, MA
$15 PER PERSON ($25 FOR TWO PEOPLE WHO REGISTER TOGETHER)
BREAKFAST & LUNCH INCLUDED
Franklin, MA
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