Tuesday, November 14, 2017

Live Reporting: Information Matters


4. Information Matters
a. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports (e.g. Budget; Community Relations; Policy; Transportation; Public Policy Advocacy; Ad Hoc Superintendent’s Evaluation) 

  • i. Budget Sub Committee – Dr. Bergen


b. School Committee Liaison Reports (e.g. Joint PCC; Substance Abuse Task Force; School Wellness Advisory Council [SWAC]; MASC) 

  • i. Joint PCC – Dr. Bergen
  • ii. MASC Liaison – Ms. Schultz

brief overview of each of the sub-committee's focus and in some cases accomplishments. Creating awareness of the work being done 'behind the scenes' to help move the overall work of the committee and district forward.

if any interest in these arenas, let the chair know so that one the work can continue and those most interested can help to drive that forward.


5. New Business
a. To discuss any future agenda items
items if not ready now, can be added up to 5 days prior to meeting, let Chair or Superintendent know of the details


6. Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Minutes – I recommend approval of the Minutes from the October 24, 2017 School Committee Meeting.
only four returning members voting on this, motion, seconded, passed 4-0 (2 abstained)

b. I recommend approval of Budget Transfers as detailed.
c. I recommend acceptance of checks totaling $1,345.00 from various donors for FHS Scholarship.
d. I recommend acceptance of a check for $1,000.00 from the Special Olympics for in-house enrichment at FHS.
e. I recommend acceptance of the donation of a ukulele lending library, sensory rocking chairs and other learning supplies with an approximate value of $1,680.00 for JF Kennedy.
f. I recommend acceptance of a check for $375.00 from the Remington PCC for field trips.
g. I recommend declaring the attached list of obsolete technology equipment as surplus. Hold requested - to help acknowledge the age of the equipment, needs to be declared surplus before releasing
h. I recommend acceptance of a check for $925.00 from the Oak St. PCC for field trips.
i. I recommend acceptance of a check for $490.00 from BJ’s Wholesale Club as a districtwide gift.
j. I recommend acceptance of the donation of $200.00 from Mr. and Mrs. Venkataraman for a scholarship as detailed.
k. I recommend acceptance of a check for $1,896.09 from O’Connor Studios for supplemental supplies & supplemental curriculum materials for Keller Elementary School as detailed.

motion to approve, seconded, passed 6-0

proposal for one hour before next session (11/28) to have more of a workshop for the new members

7. Adjournment
motion, seconded, passed 6-0


http://franklinschool.vt-s.net/pages/FranklinCom_Agendas/r20172018/SCAGENDA%2011-14-17.pdf

Live Reporting: Discussion - Action Items

2. Discussion / Action Items
a. New Coach Positions
I recommend approval of the new coach positions as discussed.

1 - girls varsity ice hockey position

2 - gymnastics assistant coach (required for spotting at meets)
positions would be supported via the athletic funds

motion to approval, seconded, passed 6-0 (Linden had disconnected just prior to vote)


New Student Activities
I recommend approval of the new FHS Student Activities as discussed.

4 new student clubs proposed


motion to approve, seconded, passed 6-0

b. Field Trip Request – Chorus (recurring field trip)
I recommend approval of the request of Renee Hersee to take 8th grade chorus students to New York City to see the play “School of Rock” as detailed.

motion to approve, seconded, passed 6-0

c. Field Trip Request – RMS Math at the Mall (recurring field trip) I recommend approval of the request of Catherine Gallo to take 8th grade Remington MS students to Providence Place Mall on April 13, 2018 as detailed.

motion to approve, seconded, passed 6-0
3. Discussion Only Items

none

Live reporting: Picking up after 5 min recess

returning from 5 minute recess
(Town Clerk, collecting paperwork from committee members)

a. Review of Agenda
b. Citizen’s Comments
i. In the spirit of open communication, “the School Committee will hear public comment not related to an agenda item at the beginning of each regular School Committee Meeting. The Committee will listen to, but not respond to any comment made. A Committee member may add an agenda item to a future meeting as a result of a citizen comment” – from Policy BEDH
c. FHS Student Representative Comments
long list of updates to be added

d. Superintendent’s Report
Welcome to new and returning members, January school tour being planned
Thanks to the parents for attending the Parent Forums, listening
continuing with faculty forums and
Community member forum, Nov 30 - at Council Chambers

acknowledge communication for notification received from Historical Commission to honor Alice Wiggen, teacher for 42 years, grave marker to placed on her grave site Saturday, Nov 18

Had pleasure of attending the Library opening
children's area redone, Rep Ross, Sen Ross, Dr Paula Rooney
relevence on importance of libraries today

Harlem Wizards play Team FPS on Friday, at Tri-County


Live Reporting: School Committee - Nov 14, 2017

Present: Feeley, Douglas, Scofield, Bergen, Linden (via remote/phone), Schultz, Zub
Absent: none


Organizational Meeting:
  • Swearing in of Members
Photo to be added (Linden has been sworn in previously)

Live Reporting: School Committee - Nov 14, 2017
Live Reporting: School Committee - Nov 14, 2017

  • Election of Chair
nomination of Bergen, seconded, unanimous

  • Chair solicits nominations of Vice Chair
Nomination of Schultz, seconded, unanimous


1. Routine Business
a. Review of Agenda

- 5 minute recess to handle some paperwork - 


Winter Decorating: Two opportunities to help downtown Franklin shine!

The Franklin Downtown Partnership is looking for volunteers for the holiday decoration activities this weekend.

Winter Decorating: Two opportunities to help downtown Franklin shine!
Winter Decorating: Two opportunities
to help downtown Franklin shine!
1. Saturday, 11/18, we are meeting at 1 PM at Hillside Nursery to sort the bundles of greens into smaller packages.

2.  Sunday,11/19, we will be meeting at 9 AM at the parking lot next to Ferrara's Market to do the decorating.  If you want to show up earlier to help unload the trucks, starting around 8 AM that is fine with me.

Dress appropriately for the weather and bring gloves if you have them.

Thanks for volunteering!
~ Eileen

Questions? Email Eileen at emason4234@gmail.com.


BLACK BOX Cabaret: Rising Stars - Nov 17 - 7:30 PM

Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) presents a special cabaret revue spotlighting the talents of promising young singers! This third annual Rising Stars Cabaret is presented in an intimate, nightclub atmosphere with professional accompaniment.

November 17, 2017 - 7:30 PM

Tickets:Adults ~ $15
Students/Seniors ~ $12

Tickets available  https://www.theblackboxonline.com/events.php?id=1041 

BLACK BOX Cabaret: Rising Stars -  Nov 17 - 7:30 PM
BLACK BOX Cabaret: Rising Stars -  Nov 17 - 7:30 PM

Exit Interview with Town Treasurer-Collector Jim Dacey (video)

"Jim Dacey served as the elected Town Treasurer-Collector for 18 years, as well as a member of the Finance Committee for 10 years. 
Upon his retirement, Deputy Town Administrator Jamie Hellen sat down with Jim to discuss some old memories, how he became Treasurer-Collector and some of his fondest accomplishments over the past three decades being involved in town finance. 
Jamie and Jim also sat down with his successor, Kerri Bertone, about how she got involved in public service and come of the challenges moving forward. 
We hope you enjoy this special episode of "Our Franklin""




For more about the Treasurer/Collector visit the Town of Franklin webpage
http://www.franklinma.gov/treasurer-collector

Annual Report - 2017 (Page 133)
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/uploads/franklin_2017_tr-web_copy_0.pdf

From the 2015 Annual Report
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2016/01/annual-report-2015-treasurer-collector.html