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Wednesday, April 9, 2014
April 8, 2014 - The United Regional Chamber of Commerce eNews
Senator Spilka Announces District Office Hours
Join Senator Karen Spilka and Puja Mehta, Senator Spilka's District and Constituent Services Director, for district office hours on Friday, April 18th in Framingham and Natick and on Friday, April 25th in Franklin and Medway. Senator Spilka and/or staff members will be available to update constituents on the latest news and events from the State House and in the district. Constituents will also have the opportunity to discuss their concerns, questions and policy priorities.
FRAMINGHAM OFFICE HOURS
Friday, April 18th10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Panache Coffee
680 Worcester Rd., Framingham, MA
NATICK OFFICE HOURSFriday, April 18th11:30 a.m. – 12:30 a.m.
Bakery on the Common
9 S. Main St., Natick, MA
FRANKLIN OFFICE HOURSFriday, April 25th1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Spruce Pond Creamery/Franklin Flatbreads
370 King St., Franklin, MA
MEDWAY OFFICE HOURSFriday, April 25th3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Coffee Sensations
116 Main St., Medway, MA
Residents who are unable to attend or are interested in scheduling an appointment should feel free to contact Senator Spilka's office at (617) 722-1640 at any time.
Tuesday, April 8, 2014
Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - Apr 8, 2014
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.
AGENDA
"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."
Franklin Public Schools |
1. Routine Business
Citizen’s Comments
Review of Agenda
Minutes: I recommend approval of the minutes from the March 25, 2014 School Committee Meeting.
Payment of Bills Mr. Clement
Payroll Mrs. Douglas
FHS Student Representatives
Correspondence: Budget to Actual – Miriam Goodman
2. Guests/Presentations
a. JF Kennedy Update – Joan Toye, Abigail Dressler
b. Oak Street Update – Corine Minkle, Kathleen Gerber
c. FHS Parking – Peter Light, Chris Schmidt, Tyler Beckmann, Conor Lemanowicz
3. Discussion Only Items
Policy – Second Reading
1. LB – Relations with Other Schools and School Districts
4. Action Items
a. I recommend acceptance of a check for $2,000.00 from Elizabeth Delisle for a FHS Scholarship in memory of Peter Daley.
b. I recommend acceptance of a check for $1,056.00 from the Keller PCC for field trips.
c. I recommend acceptance of a check for $750.00 from Ms. Karen Yamasaka for in-house enrichment at HMMS.
d. I recommend acceptance of a check for $1,000.00 from Mr. and Mrs. Peter Copola for a FHS scholarship in memory of Andrew Coppola.
e. I recommend acceptance of a check for $700.00 from the Franklin Music Boosters for in-house enrichment at FHS.
f. I recommend adoption of Policy LB as discussed.
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
Cultural Council - Open house and awards (photo essay)
Sunday, Apr 6 the Cultural Council presented the grants to the grant recipients at the Franklin Historical Museum.
Congratulations to the grant recipients!
sun shines on the Franklin Historical Museum |
2014 grant award recipients |
Kai Olsson, moderator of the event |
Jennifer Atwood, MA Cultural Council |
Christopher Yancich, legislative aide to Rep Jeff Roy |
inside the actual award for the Historical Museum |
The public art project called "ladybug spots" was also highlighted |
Good sports for Ladybug spots! Beth Simons on the left and Claire Griffin on the right |
Senator Ross made a couple of the award presentations |
imagine the possibilities for 'ladybug spots' |
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