Franklin Matters

Tuesday, September 13, 2016

Real time Reporting: School Committee - Sep 13

Present: O'Malley, Schultz, Douglas, Jewell, Scofield, Bilello, Bergen
Absent: none

1. Routine Business

Citizen’s Comments

none

Review of Agenda

nothing to add

Budget to Actual
Minutes: I recommend approval of the minutes from the August 23, 2016 School Committee Meeting.

motion to approve, seconded, passed 7-0

Payment of Bills Dr. O’Malley
Payroll Mrs. Douglas
FHS Student Representatives

Alex and Nick, the two new student representatives

high school experience was a good experience, the courtyard is different, the trees are growing, its appearance is remarkably different

freshman school election

activities fair to be held at the high school next Monday, to help share what each club and activity is about and perhaps sign up

spirit week, hoping to get floats for the homecoming game

first TV announcements will be starting next week, taking advantage of the technology

sports have started, the FHS athletic program is amazing, the 'never quit' motto

everyone is excited to get into the new year

use a Google calendar to get access to all the events and sports

Correspondence

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.

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http://town.franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_News/024C5CF1-000F8513

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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