Franklin Library: Marjorie Turner Hollman - June 10

Marjorie Turner Hollman writes:

Everybody who knows Massachusetts knows that western Mass has mountains, Cape Cod has wonderful beaches, and Metro West has shopping. 

Far fewer people know that MetroWest and Central Mass also offer some of the best strolling spaces in all of New England! At each of these outdoor destinations, you’ll find something of interest along the way: picturesque stone walls, waterside views, birds, beavers, and more. 

Spend a morning or afternoon, and be sure to return as the seasons change.

Continue reading her article "5 Top Spots for Easy Walks in Massachusetts" online. The DelCarte Open Space is one of the 5 spots featured.
http://www.massvacation.com/blog/2015/06/5-top-spots-for-easy-walks-in-massachusetts/

You can talk with Marjorie on Wednesday, June 10 when she appears at the Franklin Library. She has just published her second book on 'easy walks' in our area and has lots of stories to share.

Marjorie Turner Hollman appears  June 10 at the Franklin Library

FHS 2015 - All Night Party - Video Walk

I shared photos Saturday of the All Night Party and on Facebook here. 

Harry Potter's room recreated for the All Night Party

I can share a video of the walk through the hallways to capture the look and feel of the transformation. Roberta Trahan, Vice Chair of the School Committee, says it well:

I was absolutely amazed at what was accomplished at HMMS, the quality of the decorations, the unique way they incorporated the outdoor area, the spaciousness of the site. When I think back to the early discussions when the ANP team was told that the new FHS would not be used for at least this year I honestly wasn’t sure how ANP 2015 would play out. 

I have to give kudos to the ANP decorators/organizers and all who worked to make this one of the best I have seen; for their ability to see this new space, work with it and embrace the change that was brought to them. 

Also, to the staff at OAK/Mann complex, especially Sean Fortin and Corrine Minkle as I am told they were welcoming, cooperative and bent over backwards to help. 26 years and going strong!

Enjoy the video walk through!



Note: yes, I do slip at the end of the video and call this the Horace Man High School, it is the Horace Mann Middle School set up for the Franklin High School All Night Party. I also call Hagrid 'Hagar', I have no idea where that came from. I know he is Hagrid.

Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - June 11, 2015

A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

B. ANNOUNCEMENTS 
– 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.

C. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS

D. CITIZEN COMMENTS

E. APPOINTMENTS

F. HEARINGS 
– 7:10 PM Budget: FY 2016 Budget Hearing – 2nd Reading

G. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS

H. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS

I. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS

J. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
1. Resolution15-37:Adoption of the FY 2016 Budget

K. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

L. OLD BUSINESS

M. NEW BUSINESS

N. COUNCIL COMMENTS

O. EXECUTIVE SESSION 
– Negotiations, Litigation, Real Property, as May Be Required

P. ADJOURN

Franklin Municipal Building

The one page agenda for this meeting can be found here:
http://town.franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_CouncilAgendas/2015%20Complete%20With%20Documents/06112015.pdf

The FY 2016 Budget voting document was included in the agenda for the 1st session on Wednesday, June 10th. All the individual FY 2016 budget documents can be found here   http://town.franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_Admin/budgets/FY%2016%20Budget/

The agenda for the Wednesday session can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2015/06/franklin-ma-town-council-agenda-june-10.html

Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - June 9, 2015

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 May 26, 2015 School Committee Meeting.
Payment of Bills Mr. Clement
Payroll Mrs. Douglas
FHS Student Representatives
Correspondence: none

2. Guests/Presentations:
a. Retirees
b. ECDC Update – Kelty Kelley
c. Horace Mann Update – Shawn Fortin, Kaitlyn Demers

3. Discussion Only Items
None

4. Action Items
a. I recommend approval of the request for ASMS 8th graders to travel to Pawtucket, RI to see a PawSox game on June 10, 2015 as detailed.
b. I recommend acceptance of a check for 287.66 from O’Connor Studios for supplemental supplies at Davis Thayer Elementary School.
c. I recommend acceptance of two checks totaling $2.500.00 for FHS Scholarships:
1. Whitson’s Food Service $1,500.00
2. Steven M. Coppola $1,000.00
d. I recommend acceptance of a check for $5,200.00 from the Oak St. PCC for Supplemental Curriculum Materials.

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


The agenda was shared from the School Committee webpage here
http://franklinschool.vt-s.net/pages/FranklinCom_Agendas/V20142015/SCAgenda%206-9-15.pdf

Reminder: Rain Garden Training and Demonstration - Jun 13

Franklin Residential Rain Garden Project

Learn to design, build and maintain a home rain garden to treat polluted rainwater from your driveway and roof while adding beauty and visual interest to your property.

Rain Garden Training and Demonstration - Jun 13

When:

Saturday, June 13, 2015 

10:30 am - 2:30 pm 

Lunch Provided

Where:

Remington/Jefferson School 

628 Washington Street, Franklin

Register at www.soakitupfranklinma.org



Questions? 
Contact Alexandra Ash aash@crwa.org or 781-788-0007 x 200


This was shared from the Town of Franklin webpage
http://franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_News/020C5211-000F8513

"this class has left 'an indelible mark' on the school"

A one-story home at Beaver Court stands as one of the many achievements of Tri-County Regional’s Class of 2015, said its president, Bryanna Haskell. 

The home – built for the town’s Affordable Housing Trust by seniors studying carpentry, electrical wiring, plumbing and heating – also represents the varied skills that this year’s 238 graduates have learned during their four years at Tri-County, Haskell, of North Attleboro, said. 

“Imagine a house located at Beaver Court in Franklin and the family it will shelter,” Haskell told families and friends Sunday at the vocational-technical high school’s 36th commencement exercises. “Through our last four years at TC, every one of us has learned a skill that could touch the lives of those living at 15 Beaver Court, or anywhere around the state, the country or the world.” 

Valedictorian Laura Auerbach of Franklin credited those trades, which students took along with a traditional academic schedule, with helping define the graduates’ passions.

Continue reading the Milford Daily News Article
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20150608/NEWS/150606803/1994/NEWS

Beaver Court home built by Tri-County students for the Franklin Affordable Housing program

Additional photos of the work being done at Beaver Court can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2015/06/tri-county-students-continue-with.html

Want to be a Nursing Assistant Instructor?

National Medical Academy is seeking responsible RN's & LPN's to fulfill the role of Nursing Assistant Instructor at our Franklin, MA campus. (Exit 16 & 17 off Rt 495)

We are currently seeking RN's and LPN's to be National Medical Academy's Nursing Assistant Instructors. You will provide instruction in an approved training curriculum and in accordance with Center training procedures. The CNA Instructor revises the training curriculum and material needs as required; works as a member of the Team in providing individual student case management, in developing the employability of students, and in providing assistance in any area needed to maintain quality student services.

National Medical Academy is located in Franklin

REQUIREMENTS
Massachusetts Licensed RN or LPN

2 years of experience in a long term care setting are mandatory. License must be valid and in good standing. Experience in vocational instruction preferred. Must possess a valid in-State Driver's License and meet Company insurability requirements. Must possess applicable industry certification and carry Professional Liability Insurance.

Hours:

Saturday and Sunday's 8a-4:30p (16 hours a week) 

OR 

Monday - Thursday 6p-10:15p (one Saturday 7a-2p per class rotation) (16 hours a week)

To Apply
https://nationalmedicalacademy.com/employment/