Sonya Rae Taylor Headines Black Box Blues Concert - March 31

BLACK BOX Blues presents singer/songwriter/guitarist Sonya Rae Taylor on Saturday, March 31 at 8 p.m. at THE BLACK BOX theater, music, and event venue in downtown Franklin.

Part of the new breed of blues and soul musicians, Sonya Rae Taylor is always searching for new ways to revitalize the form. A triple threat, Sonya is a fiery guitar slinger, soulful blues belter, and a songwriter of depth and craft beyond her years. Joined by her husband, Ryan Taylor, the powerful guitar duo has logged many miles in their young careers, from Boston to Austin then Nashville, where Sonya was signed by BMG Chrysalis. 

The couple has made TV appearances on shows such as the ABC series, Nashville, and has worked with or shared the stage with artists ranging from Tameca Jones, Gary Clark, Jr., John Popper of Blues Traveler, John Medeski, and Derrico Watson of the Victor Wooten Band. 

Tickets are $20. A cash bar is available. For tickets and more information, visit www.THEBLACKBOXonline.com or call (508) 528-3370. The home of the Franklin Performing Arts Company, THE BLACK BOX is located at 15 West Central Street.

For more about Sonya Rae and samples of her music
https://www.sonyaraetaylor.com/

Sonya Rae Taylor Headines Black Box Blues Concert - March 31

FHS gets 3 girls, 4 boys named to Hockomock League Hockey All Stars

Below are the official 2018 Hockomock League Girls Hockey All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP
Catherine Luciano, Mansfield/OA/Foxboro

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS
Jackie Connelly, Franklin
Regan Paterson, Franklin
Natalie Stott, Franklin

For all the Hockomock League girls hockey all stars, follow this link
https://hockomocksports.com/2018-hockomock-league-girls-hockey-all-stars/



Below are the official 2017 Hockomock League Boys Hockey All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP
Jack Goyetch, Canton

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS
Luke Downie, Franklin
Owen Ginley, Franklin
Jack McGrath, Franklin
Jeremy Miller, Franklin

For all the Hockomock League boys hockey all stars, follow this link
https://hockomocksports.com/2018-hockomock-league-boys-hockey-all-stars/

FHS gets 3 girls, 4 boys named to
Hockomock League Hockey All Stars

What does Groucho Marx, Fleetwood Mac and Arlo Guthrie have in common?

While radio stations periodically run a weekend with their top all time hits, the Library of Congress also keeps a recording of what they determine to be the key music. 25 pieces were added to their collection this year and there should be something for everyone.

In the Sherlock household, Arlo Guthrie's "Alice's Restaurant Massacree" is a Thanksgiving tradition.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m57gzA2JCcM

More about this year's additions can be found on the Library of Congress page
https://www.loc.gov/item/prn-18-028?loclr=ealn

The Library is also looking for nominations for what to add this year. The nomination form and details on the process can be found here
https://www.loc.gov/programs/national-recording-preservation-board/recording-registry/nominate/

2017 National Recording Registry (Listing Titles in Chronological Order)

1. “Dream Melody Intermezzo: Naughty Marietta” (single), Victor Herbert and his Orchestra (1911)
2. Standing Rock Preservation Recordings, George Herzog and Members of the Yanktoni Tribe (1928)
3. “Lamento Borincano” (single), Canario y Su Grupo (1930)
4. “Sitting on Top of the World” (single), Mississippi Sheiks (1930)
5. The Complete Beethoven Piano Sonatas (album), Artur Schnabel (1932-1935)
6. “If I Didn’t Care” (single), The Ink Spots (1939)
7. Proceedings of the United Nations Conference on International Organization (4/25/45-6/26/45)
8. “Folk Songs of the Hills” (album), Merle Travis (1946)
9. “How I Got Over” (single), Clara Ward and the Ward Singers (1950)
10. “(We’re Gonna) Rock Around the Clock” (single), Bill Haley and His Comets (1954)
11. “Calypso” (album), Harry Belafonte (1956)
12. “I Left My Heart in San Francisco” (single), Tony Bennett (1962)
13. “King Biscuit Time” (radio), Sonny Boy Williamson II and others (1965)
14. “My Girl” (single), The Temptations (1964)
15. “The Sound of Music” (soundtrack), Various (1965)
16. “Alice’s Restaurant Massacree” (single), Arlo Guthrie (1967)
17. “New Sounds in Electronic Music” (album), Steve Reich, Richard Maxfield, Pauline Oliveros (1967)
18. “An Evening with Groucho” (album), Groucho Marx (1972)
19. “Rumours,” (album), Fleetwood Mac (1977)
20. “The Gambler” (single), Kenny Rogers (1978)
21. “Le Freak” (single), Chic (1978)
22. “Footloose” (single), Kenny Loggins (1984) remake released in 2011.
23. “Raising Hell” (album), Run-DMC (1986)
24. “Rhythm Is Gonna Get You” (single), Gloria Estefan and the Miami Sound Machine (1987)
25. “Yo-Yo Ma Premieres: Concertos for Violoncello and Orchestra” (album), Various (1996)

What does Groucho Marx, Fleetwood Mac and Arlo Guthrie have in common?

Franklin Art Association April 4, 2018 Meeting

The Franklin Art Association will meet on Wednesday, April 4, 2018 from 6:30 to 9:00 PM at the Franklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill Street in Franklin. 

Refreshments and social time will begin at 6:30 PM followed by a short business meeting and an oil painting demonstration by Rob Franco, an illustrator, pastel and oil artist who is inspired by the ocean and other bodies of water, as well as wildlife. 

Meetings are free and open to the public. For more information log on to www.franklinart.org

Franklin Art Association April 4, 2018 Meeting

Tri-County Regional Celebrates its Fortieth Year

It's been forty years since Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School opened its doors to students seeking a vocational education in Franklin, Massachusetts. In 1977, students were seeking vocations in programs still offered today including automotive technology, carpentry, electrical wiring technology, cosmetology, plumbing and graphics to name a few. Since then, those programs have increased to include dental assisting, engineering technology, computer information systems, and legal and protective services.

Today, Tri-County serves over 1000 students from eleven towns and offers adult education for all interests including postsecondary programs, various licensing and certification courses, or offerings for people just looking to have fun. The high school is looking forward to celebrating the anniversary with alumni, students, staff, as well as business and community members.

"This is a year to celebrate Tri-County," said Stephen Dockray, Superintendent. "I'd like to personally invite alumni, retirees, current faculty, parents and friends and members of the community to join us to reminisce with old acquaintances or make new ones, while celebrating this memorable night. Come and visit the school, see the vocational shops, and celebrate everything that is amazing at Tri-County."

The 40 Year Celebration and Benefit is scheduled for Saturday night, April 7, 2018 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at the high school. The suggested donation is $75.00 per person. Part of the donation includes a benefit component. Any proceeds will go to the Tri-County Education Foundation, a non-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to enriching and enhancing educational opportunities for students. For example, providing funds for student competition travel.

"We hope to see you on April 7th for the celebration and the opportunity to give back to our students," said Dockray.

Purchase your 40th Anniversary Celebration and Benefit tickets online at www.tri-county.us/40yearcelebration or by mailing a check with contact information to: 

Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School 

147 Pond Street 

Franklin, MA 02038  

Attn: 40 Year Celebration

www.tri-county.us/40yearcelebration

Tri-County RVTHS, located at 147 Pond Street in Franklin, is a recipient of the High Schools That Work Gold Achievement Award and serves the communities of Franklin, Medfield, Medway, Millis, Norfolk, North Attleborough, Plainville, Seekonk, Sherborn, Walpole, and Wrentham.

Live Reporting: Action Items to Closing

6. New Business
a. To discuss any future agenda items

7. Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Minutes
I recommend approval of the minutes from the February 27, 2018 School Committee meeting.
b. Parmenter Gifts
I recommend acceptance of four checks totaling $518.67 as detailed:

$340.72 Parmenter PCC for Supplemental Supplies
$50.00 Parmenter Parent for Supplemental Supplies
$77.95 Parmenter PCC for Supplemental Supplies
$50.00 Parmenter Parent for Supplemental Supplies

c. Music Parents Gift
I recommend acceptance of $240.00 from Franklin Music Parents for in-house enrichment as detailed.
d. FHS scholarship
I recommend acceptance of a check for $5,000.00 from the Digital Federal Credit Union for a FHS Scholarship.
e. Davis Thayer Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $1,000.00 from the Davis Thayer PCC for Library books.
f. Remington Middle School Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $594.00 from the RMS PCC for in-house enrichment.
g. Jefferson Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $4,159.00 from the Jefferson PCC for field trips.
h. HMMS Grade 6 recurring Field Trip
I recommend approval of the request to take HMMS 6th graders to Save the Bay,
in Providence, RI on 5/30; 5/31; and 6/1/2018 (approximately 52 students each day) as detailed.
i. Keller Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $3,805.00 from the Keller PCC for field trips.

motion to accept consent agenda, seconded, passed 7-0

8. Payment of Bills Dr. Bergen

9. Payroll Mrs. Douglas

10. Executive Session (not required and announced at beginning of meeting)
a. Strategy with respect to litigation.

11. Adjournment

Live Reporting: Discussion / Action Items

Updated folder with link to documents for School Committee meeting
http://franklinschool.vt-s.net/Pages/FranklinCom_Packets/r3-22-18%20SC%20Packet/


3. Discussion / Action Items

a. Policy – Second Reading
I recommend adoption of the following policies as discussed.
Policy CBD – Superintendent’s Contract
Policy ADF – Wellness Policy

motion to accept, seconded, passed 7-0

b. Proposal for FHS Seniors late arrival or early release during study hall pilot
I recommend temporary suspension of policy JH – Student Absences for the purpose of piloting late arrival/early release for FHS Seniors during quarter 4 as discussed.

proposal for this class to pilot, would effect 2 of the 7 day rotating schedule, so something less than 200 kids at any time, more likely closer to the 200/7

would allow for some late sleep, some early dismissal, some traffic alleviation, and a perk for those who can benefit. Could only happen in 4th quarter due to the time required by state for learning in specific topics


motion to accept, seconded, passed 7-0

c. School Start Times Advisory Committee Appointment
I recommend approval of the remaining School Start Times Advisory Committee appointment as discussed.

motion to accept, seconded, passed 7-0
(note this is currently the only publicly available name of any of the members of this committee)

d. DECA Trip
I recommend approval of the request of FHS to take DECA Students to Atlanta, GA from April 21 through April 25, 2018 for International DECA Competition as detailed.

motion to accept, seconded, passed 7-0

e. New England Institute of Technology Trip
I recommend approval of the request of FHS to take students to NE Institute of Technology in East Greenwich, RI on April 27, 2018 as detailed.

motion to accept, seconded, passed 7-0

4. Discussion Only Items
a. Budget Discussion

Refer to the document located 
http://franklinschool.vt-s.net/Pages/FranklinCom_Packets/r3-22-18%20SC%20Packet/FY%2019%20Superintendent's%20Recommended%20Budget%20(1)%202.pdf

level service plus meeting needs for three critical areas $64,399,935 or a 6.9% increase over prior year

proposed to close the budget gap from the Feb presentation with additional revolving funds

budget hearing scheduled for Mar 27 meeting



5. Information Matters
a. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports (e.g. 
Budget 
- meeting next Monday

Community Relations 
- Apr 4, Franklin TV budget and elementary school topics
planning meeting before community coffee

Policy
- they have snow dates in their schedule, social media policy being put together
next meeting Apr 3

Public Schools Advocacy
- met on 15th, planning for forum with Congressman Kennedy, on Federal Policy level issues
- newsletter coming out this weekend, will link to budget info

Ad Hoc Superintendent’s Evaluation
Dorothy Presser, workshop, Apr 2


b. School Committee Liaison Reports 

Joint PCC
an update for School Committee on school safety with Police

Substance Abuse Task Force
meeting next week

School Wellness Advisory Council [SWAC]

School Start Times
met on 3/20 - 1st meeting