Live reporting: Presentations - FEF, SEPAC, and Student Services

School Committee returns to open meeting (after Executive Session)
7:15 PM

motion to approve collective bargaining agreement with FEA and RN's in MOU as signed on June 7; seconded, passed 5-0

Superintendent Ahern thanks the participants for their work in the process to reach this agreement


2. Guests / Presentations
a. Franklin Education Foundation
Kit Brady, Pandora Carlucci

Franklin Education Foundation: Update Presentation from Franklin Matters

founded in 1996 to support schools 
will fund for up to three years
empty bowls for example started with a grant
over $400,000 to date
Harlem Wizards is the primary fund raiser for FEF
are a 501(c)3 so all donations are tax deductible

FEF funds the R&D (research and development for education enhancements) for the District

$29,500 last year

Kit recapped the grants and what has happened

Pandora takes over the presentation to talk about the future

looking to partner with the Frances Eddy King Foundation
a teacher in Franklin for 40 years, the first Oskey was dedicated to her

engage FPS alumni

host education symposium

Pandora co-President with Roberta Trahan

meeting schedule to be shared (shortly) subcommittee meet in between
new members looked for


b. SEPAC Update
Sara Mulcahy; Erin Porier

Franklin SEPAC Update to School Committee from Franklin Matters

"The only way we can take care of our children is to take care of ourselves"

funded two $2K scholarships for FHS grads this year

Kerry Magro, spoke to FHS 9th grade in April

Sensory Friendly Santa visit

SEPAC and Franklin Fire as well as Police hosted a special community day

Sunshine Fund available to help families with difficult times



c. Student Services Update 
– Paula Marano

Franklin Public School: Preliminary Findings - Improving SEL from Franklin Matters

we are were other people are striving to be where we are

using SEL efforts which are district wide to also develop student services delivery as well

develop a district wide practice
need to focus on tier 1 and tier 2 support; beginning to address this
currently 4 times as many 504 plans as the national average (interesting thing to look at, why? so high?)

support staff and counselors spending only 30% of their time with students, more time with paperwork and meetings (should be less time)

might have a higher rate of out of district placements; 72 students currently which is less than prior; 2 did return during the year, 1 also graduated

Tiered Focus Review by DESE

Franklin Public Schools: Tiered Focus Monitoring Report from Franklin Matters

need to revise training for staff on bullying 
use of physical restraint policy not updated; now being revised
institutional self-evaluation

(presentation copies likely to be posted to Schools page on Wednesday and to be shared here later this week).

Live reporting: School Committee - June 11, 2019

Present: Scofield, Bergen, Schultz, Zub
Absent: Feeley, Linden, Douglas

1. Routine Business
a. Review of Agenda
b. Citizen’s Comments

none

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
graduated last week

d. Superintendent’s Report
graduation on Fri, Jun 7 424 diplomas
musical department did wonderful
link in Superintendent's report to be shared

JF Kennedy was recognized at State House for MCAS achievements
certificates to be framed and displayed in school lobby

Annie Sullivan student won JF Kennedy award
recognized at JF Kennedy Library and Museum

schools are busy with end of year celebrations, weather has been challenging

thanks to PCC's for supporting the students and at this point in time it is quite noticeable


11. Executive Session

a. Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the FEA/RN unit as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the School Committee and the chair so declares.

motion to go to Executive Session, to return to open meeting
motion made, seconded, passed 5-0

Franklin Residents: Gas service disruption - Schofield Drive/Richard Lane

"Attention residents of Schofield Drive and Richard Lane. Due to a problem encountered during construction by Columbia Gas, gas service to these areas will be shut down for the evening. Crews are working around the clock to restore service.

Crews from Columbia Gas will be going door to door with a Franklin Police Officer, representative from Columbia Gas, and a locksmith as they need to enter each residence because they need to shut down service at the meter.

If service is restored sooner, we will advise."

To Improve the Back to School Season, the Hockomock Area YMCA Is Inviting All Our Neighbors to Support the Y’s 4th Annual Backpack Drive

Operation Backpack is now underway and needs support from businesses as well as individuals in order to secure 1,000 fully stuffed backpacks, which is the goal that the YMCA aims for—so that area families who cannot afford supplies can send their children confidently back to school this fall.

A dedicated association of staff, volunteers, donors, partners and community members, the Hockomock Area YMCA commits itself to building healthy, confident, connected and secure children, adults, families, and communities. Convening donors and volunteers to improve the back to school season for local families reflects what the Hockomock Area YMCA stands for. 

“The Backpack Drive is a collaborative effort made possible by the YMCA staff, program participants, partners and neighbors to provide kids the confidence that comes when boys and girls are able to go to school prepared,” says Mary Clermont, Chair of the Board of Directors.

From June 1 through July 31, 2019, supplies and backpacks are requested. Our goal this year is to provide 1,000 fully stocked backpacks to families within each of the 15 towns served by the Hockomock Area YMCA. Community members who would like to sponsor the Backpack Drive are asked to please contact Katie Moore, Director of Philanthropy for the Hockomock Area YMCA, at 508-643-5265 or katiem@hockymca.org. 

Operation Backpack is
now underway

Sponsorship levels range from $1,000 – which will provide 20 fully stocked backpacks to students in need – through Presenting Sponsor, which is a $25,000 sponsorship level significant in that it allows Operation Backpack to provide 200 fully stocked backpacks to students in need. There are three intermediate sponsorship levels, as well, and each offers recognition in promotional materials and more.

YMCA members and community participants will have the chance to celebrate Christmas in July, which will run in our lobbies July 1-July 31. Trees will be decorated with ornaments specifying supplies that are needed and how to make donations right at the Y.

“At the Y, we believe everyone deserves opportunities, and I cannot think of a greater initiative at this time of year. The return on your investment is unquestionably great,” says Clermont. In addition to backpacks and monetary donations, supplies that you can donate include: colored pencils, crayons, folders, glue sticks, highlighters, loose leaf paper, pencils, pens, rulers, scissors, spiral notebooks, and washable markers. There is an Amazon wish list in place as an option (hhttps://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/24XPQ0V0PTU30?ref=cm_sw_em_r_wl_dp_2toGKelysPE9Y). 

Questions, please contact your local YMCA: Invensys Foxboro Branch, 67 Mechanic Street, Foxborough 508-543-2523; Bernon Family Branch, 45 Forge Hill Road, Franklin 508-528-8708; North Attleboro Branch, 300 Elmwood Street, North Attleboro 508-695-7001 or email Brandi Jacobs at brandij@hockymca.org.

Do you need a backpack, or does somebody you know need one? Please contact Brandi Jacobs at 774-235-2753 or brandij@hockymca.org to request one using the form available at hockymca.org/backpack-drive/.


About Hockomock Area YMCA:

Where Cause Meets Community. At the Hockomock Area YMCA, strengthening community is our cause. The Hockomock Area YMCA is an organization of men, women, and children sharing a commitment to nurture the potential of kids, promote healthy living, and foster a sense of social responsibility.

Our YMCA is committed to partnering and collaborating with others to create and deliver lasting personal and social change in the 15 communities we are privileged to serve. The Hockomock Area YMCA is a not-for-profit charitable cause-driven organization with facilities in North Attleboro, Foxboro, Franklin, and Mansfield. For more information, visit hockymca.org.

Reminder: LET'S LAUGH TODAY in Franklin - June 12

Bring more laughter into your life by attending Let’s Laugh Today on Wednesday, June 12th from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM at the Meetinghouse of the First Universalist Society in Franklin, 262 Chestnut Street, Franklin. 

Laughter Yoga is a body/mind practice for well-being that involves deep breathing and a few stretches, playful laughter exercises (no jokes or comedy), clapping and deep relaxation. It has many benefits besides the joy of laughter. It can strengthen the immune system, combat the negative effects of stress, and is a powerful antidote to depression and anxiety. 

Any age and any level of physical ability can participate in this uplifting experience! They do not meet in Franklin in July and August, so get your laughs in this month! 

$5 donation to the church, $10 maximum per family. Please bring your water bottle because laughing is dehydrating. Led by Certified Laughter Yoga Master Trainers, Linda and Bill Hamaker. See www.letslaughtoday.com for opportunities to laugh in other towns. 

If you have any questions, just call them at 508-660-2223 or e-mail billandlinda@letslaughtoday.com.

LET'S LAUGH TODAY in Franklin
is on Wednesday, June 12

FHS baseball, softball, and boys lacrosse playoff runs end in close games

Via HockomockSports and Twitter, we share the results of the FHS sports playoff action on Monday, June 10, 2019.


Boys Lacrosse = D1 South = #6 Duxbury, 8 vs. #2 Franklin, 7 – Final
– Franklin held the Dragons without a goal for nearly the entire fourth quarter but Duxbury scored its lone tally of the frame with 16.9 seconds left, finishing off a lengthy offensive possession for the game-winner. Franklin trailed 7-5 after three quarters but Jake Davis (three goals) scored twice in a two-minute span to knot the score 7-7 with three minutes to play. Duxbury scored on a close shot with 16.9 left for the winner. Ben Greco also had three goals for Franklin while Nitin Chaudhury scored once.

Softball = D1 South = #11 Franklin, 0 @ #3 Bishop Feehan, 1 – Final
– A strong pitching performance from Jackie Cherry and an outstanding defensive effort behind her kept the Panthers in contention for the entire game but the Shamrocks earned a walk-off win with a pair of hits in the bottom of the seventh inning. Tara Hartnett had the lone hit of the game for the Panthers.

Baseball = Super 8 = #2 St. John’s Prep, 4 vs. #1 Franklin, 1 – Final

For other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/mondays-schedule-scoreboard-06-10-19/

SJP 4, Franklin 1. 2019 baseball season comes to an end in the Super 8. Final record 22-3. To say I’m proud of these players is a major understatement. This team has such much grit & no quit! Gonna miss these seniors. They’ve left it better than they found it! #ThankYouSeniors

— FHS Baseball (@FHSCoachZBrown) June 10, 2019

SUPER 🎱 FINAL: @sjp_baseball 4, @FHSCoachZBrown 1.

— Franklin Recreation (@FranklinRec) June 10, 2019

Walk to @j_macchi24 brings up Coop with the bases loaded. B9, 2 outs and bases juiced. Still down 4-1

— Franklin Recreation (@FranklinRec) June 10, 2019

Lots of anxious FHS sports fans right now at 6:31. Boys lax tied 7-7 with 2 min left. Boys baseball tied 1-1 in the 9th. Let’s go @FHSCoachZBrown and @Franklin_Lax

— Franklin Recreation (@FranklinRec) June 10, 2019

Sorry about the breakaway from the play, but couldn’t contain my excitement. Big double play to get out of a jam. ⁦@willpacheco22⁩ gets Franklin out of it. Still ⁦@FHSCoachZBrown⁩ 1, ⁦@sjp_baseball⁩ 1. B8 pic.twitter.com/XRgLhWng6X

— Franklin Recreation (@FranklinRec) June 10, 2019

SJP Pitcher, Gieg gets out of a big jam in the bottom of the 6th, stranding 2 Franklin runners. Still @FHSCoachZBrown 1, @sjp_baseball 1

— Franklin Recreation (@FranklinRec) June 10, 2019

Coop and @jbfloris with back to back seeds. 1st and 2nd and the lefty starter (Fortuna) gets the hook. B6, still 1-1 with 1 out.

— Franklin Recreation (@FranklinRec) June 10, 2019

Balk called against SJP, @jacknally5 scores and @selliott7081 to 2nd. Tied 1-1

— Franklin Recreation (@FranklinRec) June 10, 2019

Franklin threatening here in the B5 with back to back singles by @jacknally5 and @selliott7081 @Ahaba2028 coming to the plate.

— Franklin Recreation (@FranklinRec) June 10, 2019

SJP goes 1.2.3 in the top of the 5th, @FHSCoachZBrown coming to bat, down 1-0. #LetsGo

— Franklin Recreation (@FranklinRec) June 10, 2019

With runners on 1st and 2nd, Haba gets rung up on a low and inside fast ball to get out of a jam. Still 1-0 SJP. pic.twitter.com/wAdBs5Cbbc

— Franklin Recreation (@FranklinRec) June 10, 2019

After 3 complete, still @sjpathletics 1, @FHSCoachZBrown 0.

— Franklin Recreation (@FranklinRec) June 10, 2019

After a complete, it’s @sjpathletics 0, @FHSCoachZBrown 0. Both teams left 1 base runner in the 1st. @RiveraBrennan7 on the bump

— Franklin Recreation (@FranklinRec) June 10, 2019

Tough 8-7 loss to a strong Duxbury team. Couldn’t have asked for a better group of players to ball out with these past few months and a big thanks to all the seniors for setting the bar high for the future. Best of luck to @duxlaxnation moving forward. @FHSSports @bostonlaxnet

— Franklin Lacrosse (@Franklin_Lax) June 10, 2019

Unfortunately, 3 outstanding Panther playoff runs ended today for Baseball, Softball and Boys Lax. Thank you athletes for representing your school and community so well! Seniors, never forget the great times you had! Thank you for your raising the bar! #PantherPride

— FranklinAthletics (@FHSSports) June 11, 2019

Phenomenal job by all. Thank you! #PantherPride https://t.co/mUdMwnkMFa

— FranklinHighSchool (@FranklinHS) June 11, 2019

FHS Panthers

Kristi Kirshe is up for the HSBC World Rugby Women's Sevens Series Rookie of the Year 2019

Via @FranklinRec

I'm voting for Kristi Kirshe to win the HSBC World Rugby Women's Sevens Series Rookie of the Year 2019! #VoteKirshe

— Franklin Recreation (@FranklinRec) June 10, 2019