Franklin Library: Geneology Club - Feb 26

The Franklin Geneology Club will meet at the Library on Thursday at 6:30 PM. William McDougall of the Franklin Family History Center will be giving a presentation on familiysearch.org.

Geneology Club meeting Thursday, Feb 26th

More about the Franklin Family History Center can be found here
https://familysearch.org/learn/wiki/en/Franklin_Massachusetts_Family_History_Center

FHS Hockey selected for Super 8

From Hockomock Sports we find and share:

For the first time in the 25-year history of the prestigious Super 8, a Hockomock League team has qualified as one of the top 10 hockey teams in the state. Franklin (16-2-3) was chosen by the seven-person MIAA selection committee on a 5-2 vote, edging out perennial contenders Hingham and Arlington Catholic for one of four play-in spots. 

“We’re not always getting the kudos statewide for our league and this says a lot about the quality of the hockey,” said Spillane after the vote. “We had a couple of games against Canton that were one- or two-goal games that says a lot about their program as well.” 

FHS Panthers

The Panthers are a perennial power within the Hockomock, and long a power in Div. 2 as well, but are in only their second year at the Div. 1 level and the Super 8 process was a mystery to head coach Chris Spillane. In fact, he almost missed his opportunity to address the Massachusetts State Hockey Coaches Association (MSHCA). 

As the coaches meeting got underway, with all of the other coaches ready to state their cases for inclusion, Spillane was on the roof of his house battling the snow. It took a timely tweet by Boston Herald reporter Bruce Lerch and the intervention of Spillane’s son Ryan (a senior on the team) to get him and athletic director Brad Sidwell to the meeting.

Continue reading the article at Hockomock Sports here
http://www.hockomocksports.com/blog/franklin-makes-history-represents-hock-in-super-8

BoysD1A (Super 8)#7 Franklin will play #10 Xaverian on Tuesday, 2/24 at Chelmsford Forum at 5:10

The schedule for other Hockomock League teams can be found here
http://www.hockomocksports.com/blog/hockomock-hockey-playoff-seeds-matchups

MBTA: Starting Monday - Commuter Rail schedule change

All Commuter Rail Lines will operate a modified weekday schedule on Monday, February 23, through Friday, February 27. Schedules are at www.mbta.com/winter Commuter Rail service is expected to have delays and cancellations due to switch and signal issues and mechanical issues with locomotives. Plymouth/Kingston Line - no service will be available at Plymouth Station. A local bus connection (GATRA) will operate between Plymouth and Kingston stations. Providence/Stoughton Line - no service will be available at Wickford Junction or TF Green Station. RIDOT/RIPTA will provide limited connecting bus service to Providence. Last updated: Feb 22 2015 06:41 PM Click here for more information: http://www.mbta.com/winter Sent by the MBTA.

MBTA commuter rail train leaving Franklin Dean station

Your Greater Boston Food Bank Update: Braving the Cold and Buried in Snow

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February 20, 2015
Follow GBFB on    New England winters are always more difficult for those in need. The cold results in higher energy costs, making it difficult to keep up with bills to stay warm and to buy enough nutritious food to stay healthy. This winter has brought frigid temperatures, unprecedented volumes of snow and more complications for all. At The Greater Boston Food Bank (GBFB), we are busy working around snow storms to ensure we can keep up. We are grateful for your dedication, and your continued support is needed more than ever so we can help our neighbors in need through this rough winter. Learn how you can help to End Hunger Here. Each year, GBFB and its network of supporters raise our voices to advocate for increased Massachusetts Emergency Food Assistance Program (MEFAP) funding. In 2014, MEFAP funds provided more than 16 million meals, or 12% of all meals provided. This year, the Food Bank Coalition of Massachusetts (The Greater Boston Food Bank, The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts, Worcester County Food Bank and Merrimack Valley Food Bank) is advocating for an increase in MEFAP funding to $20 million, which could enable GBFB to provide another 7 million meals. Learn more and how you can join our advocacy efforts to help End Hunger Here. As part of our continued efforts to assess our work, we are conducting a short survey. The survey results will provide insights on how to improve our messaging focus to better serve our community and to support our mission to End Hunger Here. We value each of our supporters who make our work possible, and invite you to participate. The survey will only take five minutes to complete and all responses are anonymous. Super Hunger Brunch 2015 On January 24 and 25, GBFB and restaurants around Boston hosted the 32nd Super Hunger Brunch. Thank you to all who joined us to Brunch for a Cause. We are still waiting for final results, but want to share some photos from the great weekend. Stay Warm with Chicken Noodle Soup These cold winter days are perfect for warm chicken noodle soup. Designed by GBFB's Registered Dieticians, this recipe is packed with protein and healthy vegetables. Also, ingredients are representative of common items distributed by GBFB. Get the recipe here and enjoy!

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Franklin Public Schools: Welcome back - Update

A message from FRANKLIN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT 

Hello, 

I hope that you have had a restful and enjoyable February vacation week.  Although the snowy weather persisted, at least we did not have to worry about missing any more school days! 

Throughout the week, the DPW and facilities departments have been working hard to keep our roads and schools clear and well-treated.  I spent the week conducting building inspections at all of our schools with the town Building Inspector and the Fire Safety Officer, which we do annually at this time of year.  Additionally, the Building Commissioner and the Town Facilities Director have been assessing all of our school roofs and conducted snow removal at several of our schools last week, which they had actually begun the previous week when students were in school.  They have assured us that all of our schools are safe. 

With this most recent snow/rain event yesterday, the DPW has been plowing, treating and scraping town roads and school lots and entrances.  Early tomorrow morning they will check all schools for slippery spots which may occur as a result of temperatures falling below freezing tonight. 

We anticipate opening school as scheduled tomorrow, so please plan accordingly.  Should anything change, I will send out a message by 5:30 AM.
Because of the continued snowfall, the snowbanks have not gotten any smaller and it has been difficult to clear all sidewalks.  Emergency busing will continue to be available to students who typically walk to school for the week. I would ask that parents please communicate with your child's school if he/she will be using emergency busing and provide written permission.  

I urge both adult and student drivers to continue to exercise extreme caution due to the high snow banks and slippery conditions. And as always, please be mindful of pedestrians and other drivers. 

With March just around the corner, hopefully we will turn the corner for this unprecedented winter! 

Thank you for your patience and understanding. 

Be safe! 

Sally Winslow
Assistant Superintendent of Schools

Parmenter School - during the vacation, sidewalks cleared today

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Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - Feb 24

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."

Franklin Public Schools - "the key to learning"

1. Routine Business

Citizen’s Comments
Review of Agenda
Minutes: I recommend approval of the minutes from the February 10, 2015 School Committee Meeting.
Payment of Bills Mr. Clement
Payroll Mrs. Douglas
FHS Student Representatives
Correspondence: Budget to Actual – Miriam Goodman

2. Guests/Presentations

a. PARCC Update – Joyce Edwards

http://www.franklinmatters.org/2015/02/parcc-update-to-school-committee-feb-24.html

b. District Improvement Plan (DIP)/Goal Update – Joyce Edwards

http://www.franklinmatters.org/2015/02/fps-district-improvement-plan-midyear.html

3. Discussion Only Items

• Professional Development Revolving Account
• Snowday Make Up
• Policy – Second Readings

o KCDA – Memorial Commemorations
o KCD-E1 – Non-Budgeted Funds Donation Form
o KCD-E2 – Guidelines for Donations of Gifts/Memorials Non-Budgeted Funds to the Franklin Public Schools

4. Action Items

a. I recommend approval for the creation of a Professional Development Revolving Account as discussed.
b. I recommend approval of the budget transfers as detailed.
c. I recommend approval of the request of Frank Fitzgerald to take RMS students to the Rock Spot Climbing Gym in Lincoln, RI on March 5, 2015 as detailed. This is a recurring trip.
d. I recommend adoption of the 2015-16 School Calendar as detailed.
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2015/02/fps-school-calendar-2015-2016-draft.html

e. I recommend adoption of the following Policies as discussed:

1. KCDA – Memorial Commemorations
2. KCD-E1 – Non-Budgeted Funds Donation Form
3. KCD-E2 – Guidelines for Donations of Gifts/Memorials Non-Budgeted Funds to the Franklin Public Schools

f. I recommend acceptance of two checks totaling $3,300.00 for in house enrichment at FHS.

1. Vicario Studios $3,200.00
2. Christopher Blassick 100.00

5. Information Matters

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

6. New Business

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

7. Executive Session

Personnel Update

8. Adjourn

FPS: School Calendar 2015 - 2016 draft revision

The School Calendar for next year has been revised and is available below. It is scheduled for discussion at the School Committee meeting on Tuesday, Feb 24.

There may be additional changes to this before it is finalized. One item missing is the gradual start for kindergarten that has been in effect for most of the prior years. The K teachers were provided special training for the impementation of the MKEA assessments at the beginning of this year and there was no time in the schedule for the gradual start.





The full School Committee agenda for Tuesday, Feb 24 can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2015/02/franklin-ma-school-committee-agenda-feb_22.html