Tuesday, October 11, 2011

Race to Nowhere film screening in Franklin

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via Franklin (MA) School Committee Blog by Jeffrey Roy on 10/10/11


The Franklin Public Schools, in conjunction with the Joint Parent Communication Councils of Franklin, is hosting a screening of the film Race to Nowhere on Tuesday, October 18, 2011 at 7 p.m.  The film will play at the Mercer Auditorium at Horace Mann Middle School on Oak Street.  A panel discussion will follow the screening. [...]

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Reminder: Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club - Oct 12


The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club invites you to their monthly meeting on Wednesday, October 12th at 7:30 pm upstairs at “3” Restaurant, 461 West Central St, Franklin.

This month, Town Administrator Jeff Nutting will visit to talk about local news, the upcoming town elections, the pending High School project, new businesses coming to town, and much more. He’ll also answer any questions you have, so bring your hot topics!

Complimentary appetizers and soft drinks will be provided. Cash bar available.

The Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club is a social club for residents of all ages and situations–not just those new to town. For more info, visit www.franklinnewcomers.com.

Monday, October 10, 2011

Giant Church Yard Sale - Oct 15th


Giant yard sale coming up Saturday, October 15th at the Franklin Federated Church.

Franklin Federated: Yard Sale - Oct 15th

In the News - Denommee, book sale



Meet the Franklin Candidate: Mark Denommee, town treasurer-collector

Friends of Franklin Library seeks volunteers for Book Sale

Teacher raises rankle council

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via Boston Globe -- Globe West by Evan Allen, Globe Correspondent on 10/8/11


Anger in Franklin over 1.5 in pay raises for teachers in a year marked by town-wide pay freezes and job losses came to a head last week when the Town Council voted unanimously to reopen hearings on the town budget nearly four months after approving it, a move that Town Administrator Jeffrey Nutting described as "extremely unusual.'' The vote allows the council to reexamine the school budget, and gives them the option of taking money out of the school budget and allocating it to other parts of the town budget, like the police or fire departments.

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Sunday, October 9, 2011

Charles Hazlewood: Trusting the ensemble

TED shares such great ideas. How convenient and timely for them to share this one.

"Conductor Charles Hazlewood talks about the role of trust in musical leadership -- then shows how it works, as he conducts the Scottish Ensemble onstage. He also shares clips from two musical projects: the opera "U-Carmen eKhayelitsha" and the ParaOrchestra".

Charles talks about how his job as a conductor depends upon trust with his orchestra: "an unshakable bond of trust born out of mutual respect"

I trust you. You can watch this and connect the dots.



Enjoy the music!



Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - 10/11/11

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.

Mission Statement
The Franklin Public Schools, in collaboration with the community, will cultivate each student's intellectual, social, emotional and physical potential through rigorous academic inquiry and informed problem solving skills within a safe, nurturing and respectful environment.


"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."



1. Routine Business
Citizen’s Comments
Review of Agenda
Minutes: I recommend approval of the minutes from the September 27, 2011 School Committee Meeting.
Payment of Bills Mr. Glynn
Payroll Mrs. Douglas
FHS Student Representatives
Correspondence:
1. Budget to Actual

2. Guests/Presentations:
a. MASS Academic Excellence Awards
1. Susan Mullen
2. Sarah MacLellan
b. Middle School – School Improvement Plans – MS Principals

3. Discussion Only Items
Calendar Adjustment
Superintendent’s Contract
FY 11 Budget

4. Action Items:
a. I recommend approval of the Horace Mann Middle School’s School Improvement Plan as detailed.
b. I recommend approval of the Remington Middle School’s School Improvement Plan as detailed.
c. I recommend approval of the Annie Sullivan Middle School’s School Improvement Plan as detailed.
d. I recommend acceptance of a check for $875.00 from the Oak Street PCC for a field trip.
e. I recommend approval of the field trip for 4th and 5th grade Oak Street students to the Rhode Island Philharmonic on April 12, 2012 as detailed.
f. I recommend approval of the recurring field trip for 80 middle school chorus students to NY City on May 12, 2012 to see a play as detailed.
g. I recommend acceptance of a check for $1500.00 from YMCA Healthy Futures Grant for Oak Street Elementary School for supplemental curriculum materials.
h. I recommend acceptance of a check for $42.56 from Follett for supplemental curriculum materials for Jefferson Elementary School.
i. I recommend amendment of the 2011-2012 School Calendar that makes March 23, 2012 a district wide reduced day.
j. I recommend acceptance of a check for $525.00 from the ASMS PCC for buses for a field trip.
k. I recommend acceptance of a check for $500.00 from Fidelity – Lilly Family Fund for Annie Sullivan Middle School.
l. I recommend acceptance of a check for $187.06 from Target’s Take Charge of Education Program for Annie Sullivan Middle School.
m. I recommend acceptance of the proposed Superintendent’s contract as detailed.

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. Adjourn

In the News - Dacey



Meet the Franklin Candidate: James Dacey Jr., town treasurer-collector

Saturday, October 8, 2011

Looking for military uniforms


The Franklin Historical Museum is looking for military uniforms to display during November.

If you have any that you could share, the details are in the document on how to contact the museum.


Franklin Historical Museum Notice: Military Uniforms


In the News - tax bills, Jewell, trooper, state aid



Tax bills are due in Franklin

Meet the Franklin Candidate: John Jewell, School Committee

Franklin trooper honored at State House for saving choking girl

Franklin, Medway get boost in state aid