Franklin Public Schools: Two Hour Delay to the opening of schools today

A message from FRANKLIN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Good Morning, 

Due to cold and icy conditions there will be a two hour delay for all schools on Tuesday February 10th.  

There will be no morning Pre-School.   

Central Office and School Offices will open at the regular time.  

The DPW and Facilities have worked tirelessly to ensure that roads and school parking lots are cleared and sanded.   

Remember that emergency busing will be available for walkers.  I urge all drivers to take it slowly and be vigilant. 

Stay safe!

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schools will open today (2/10/15) on a 2 hour delay

Franklin Public Schools: Update - there is school Tuesday, Feb 10th

A message from FRANKLIN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Dear Franklin Families and School Staff,

After consulting with the DPW and Facilities Department I anticipate that schools will be open and in session as scheduled on Tuesday February 10^th.  

Roads and parking lots have been plowed and treated and are in as good shape as can be expected given the record-breaking snowfall we have experienced in the past couple of weeks. 

Should anything change with this crazy New England weather that requires a cancellation or a delay, I will send something out by 5:00 AM tomorrow morning.

We will continue to make emergency transportation available for students who typically walk to school.  Please contact your child's school to discuss your child's arrival/dismissal plan.  

Please remember that we need to obtain written permission from a parent or guardian in order to let children ride the bus who ordinarily do not do so. As sidewalks are not plowed, this service will be in place for the remainder of the week.

As always, parents are in the best position to make decisions about how your child will get to school.  With this unprecedented additional snow piled onto the already existing snow, the snow banks are quite high and roads are slippery so please take extra precautions.  

For FHS students who may be driving to school, please allow extra time as roads are narrow and speed should be reduced.  Please be vigilant for pedestrians and other cars.  Parking at the high school continues to be limited based on the amount of snow, and carpooling is recommended. 

Many thanks to the DPW and Facilities staff and administration who continue to work tirelessly to maintain our roads and school campuses to ensure the safety of the Franklin community.

Thank you for your continued patience and support during this unprecedented winter.

Respectfully,

Sally Winslow

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the buses will roll on Tuesday, Feb 10th

MBTA Update: Starting today: Commuter Rail, Subway and Subway service suspension

While it may get frustrating, we are living in historic times. The weather is unprecedented and the ripple effects through our lives, both business and personal, are still rolling. My wife and I had talked of the Blizzard of '78 (which we grew up with) and until now, our children had not seen as much snow as we did then. And they are seeing more than we did then!

All MBTA rail services will be suspended at 7:00 p.m on Monday, Feb 9 and from start to end of service on Tuesday, Feb 10. This means no Subway, Trolleys or Commuter Rail trains will depart Boston after 7:00 p.m. 

All MBTA rail services will be suspended at 7:00 p.m on Monday, February 9 and from start to end of service on Tuesday, February 10. This means no Subway, Trolleys or Commuter Rail trains will depart Boston after 7:00 p.m. 

Limited MBTA bus service will continue until the end of regular service hours and from start to end of service on Tuesday, February 10, but customers are advised that connections to subway and Commuter Rail lines will not be available.

Last updated: Feb 09 2015 05:43 PM

Click here for more information: http://www.mbta.com/winter

screen grab of MBTA webpage with the service suspension notice

MBTA: Later today: Franklin Line trains cancelled

If you were planning on getting into Boston today via the train from Franklin, the MBTA has just cancelled all remaining inbound trains

Franklin Line Train 720 (4:00 pm from Forge Park / 495) and 6 other trains cancelled due to snow Affected direction: Inbound Affected trips: 720 (4:00 pm from Forge Park / 495) 736 (5:22 pm from Norwood Central) 796 (5:36 pm from Forge Park / 495) 798 (7:40 pm from Forge Park / 495) 726 (8:50 pm from Forge Park / 495) 728 (10:15 pm from Forge Park / 495) 730 (11:50 pm from Forge Park / 495) Last updated: Feb 09 2015 03:09 PM Sent by the MBTA.

Franklin Dean Station

3 closed today due to storm

3 461 W Central Street (Rt.140), Franklin, MA 02038 • 508.528.6333 • www.3-restaurant.com Please visit our other Let's Eat, Inc. restaurant in Norwood: SKY

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Please let this be the LAST snow message of the year!

Greetings! ALTHOUGH THIS IS EXTREMELY HARD TO IMAGINE AT THIS TIME.... CLOSING ALL DAY We have tried to make the right decision so please don't shoot the messenger.  With the duration of this storm, we have to follow the recommendations of the state and the meteorologists. No one is perfect, but we try to do our best.  It is unfortunate that we have to do this but we find it is the best interest of safety that we do not open at all today, Monday, February 9, 2015.  If you need a workout to do in order to maintain your fitness level, mother nature has provided you with a cardio/strength experience of moving the snow from one place to another. If that is not enough, feel free to email us and we will be happy to supply you with a variety of exercises to fit your needs. WE WILL BE OPENING AT 5:00 AM TOMORROW,- Tuesday, February 10, 2015- HOLDING REGULAR CLASSES AND CLOSING AT 9:00 PM. Be safe and warm.  The extremely frustrated Team at Team Fitness and CrossFit Franklin

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#shopFranklin: Breaking News - 2/9/15

We have been affected by the snow View on the web

The Shady Spot A monthly 'bulletin' about window shades, life and humor Breaking News - 2/9/2015 Snow Melting Troubles Hello and my apologies for sending another email to you in the month. However I've thought it is my responsibility to inform you that due to the extreme amounts of snow fall this winter,  my showroom has taken the hit. Lots of snow melting causing severe water damage to our facility..The good news is that event has pushed us to find an even better location to accommodating our growing company. Inevitably some delays returning calls and scheduling jobs will occur since we are dealing with insurance, clean-up and real estate hunting..Did I mention we are still busy selling shades too? Thanks again for your support over the years and your understanding while we are passing this bumpy road. More to come...Meanwhile take a look at some of the photos. Roger Magalhaes Shades IN Place Inc. 508-520-6700   storm damage storm damage 2 storm damage 3 storm damage 4   Copyright © 2015. All Rights Reserved.

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Trash and recycling pick up delayed one day (again this week)

Due to the winter storm curbside trash and recycling will be delayed one day this week. 

Service will start on Tuesday at 7 AM and end on Saturday this week only. 

Please make sure your carts do not interfere with snowplowing operations.

The voice message said

pick ups scheduled for Monday would be picked up on Tuesday
Tuesday, on Wednesday
Wednesday, onThursday
Thursday, on Friday
and Friday on Saturday

While this was the same notice that we saw last week it is legitimate for this week (week of 2/9/15).

screen grab of Franklin DPW webpage

Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - Feb 11, 2015

A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
– May 14, 2014, June 4, 2014, January 21, 2015

B. ANNOUNCEMENTS – This meeting is being recorded by Franklin TV and shown on Comcast channel 11 and Verizon channel 29. This meeting is being recorded by Franklin Matters.

C. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS

D. CITIZEN COMMENTS

E. APPOINTMENTS

F. HEARINGS

G. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS

H. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS

I. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS

J. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
1. Resolution 15-09: Authorization to Expend Funds in Excess of Available Appropriations

K. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

L. OLD BUSINESS

M. NEW BUSINESS

N. COUNCIL COMMENTS

O. EXECUTIVE SESSION
– Discussion of Strategy for negotiations with all Town Employee Unions

P. ADJOURN

another sample sidewalk photo, this from early Sunday morning Feb 8th

The agenda and accompanying documents can be found on the Franklin webpage
http://town.franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_CouncilAgendas/2015%20Complete%20With%20Documents/0211.pdf

FHS Swimming results from Hockomock Sectional Meet

Hockomock Sports has posted the results of the Hockomock League Sectional meet. The FHS boys and girls results for their individual and team events can be found on the links here.

FHS Panthers

Girls

http://www.hockomocksports.com/blog/girls-centralsouth-swimming-sectional-hock-results


Boys

http://www.hockomocksports.com/blog/boys-centralsouth-swimming-sectional-hock-results

United Regional Young Professionals Organization Raises Funds To Benefit Children’s Advocacy Center Of Bristol County

Each quarter the United Regional Young Professionals Organization (YPO) selects a deserving local charity to support. Half of monthly event admission fees, on-site donations, and other contributions are collected and given back to the community charities that need them most. 

The Children's Advocacy Center of Bristol County (CAC) was selected as the local charity to be supported by the YPO’s quarterly fundraising efforts to end 2014. The Children's Advocacy Center of Bristol County is a child centered facility to assist child victims of abuse and their families. Their team of professionals come together to investigate allegations of abuse and assist families in the healing process. From forensic interviews and health services to community resources and general advocacy, the CAC assists families in their time of need. 

The CAC’s Executive Director, Michelle Loranger expressed her appreciation to the YPO by saying, “We are grateful for the partnership and support of United Regional YPO for supporting our mission of helping abused children who need their voice and advocacy.”

United Regional Young Professionals Organization (YPO)

The United Regional Young Professionals Organization (YPO) is a community of diverse individuals who share a common interest in professional relationship building, career development, social engagement and civic leadership. 

To learn more about the YPO or to register for an upcoming event, visit the YPO’s website at unitedregionalypo.org or by contact 508-488-YPO1 (9761).

TeamFitness - The email you've all been waiting for.....

February 2015 Another Snow Email from Team Fitness and CrossFit Franklin! Someday we may find humor in all this.  But as of now, we find it extremely frustrating. As we have tried to find a basis on making this decision in a wise manor, we waited on the Franklin Schools and their decision to cancel school on Monday, February 9, 2015. So, we have decided to remain closed in the morning and will examine the situation as the day progresses for a later in the day opening (that is if the roads, parking and weather cooperate). Please visit our Facebook pages for updates and another email blast will be sent with a final decision on the afternoon. Keep warm, dry and take care with shoveling,

Forward this email Team Fitness Franklin | 100 Franklin Village Drive | Franklin | MA | 02038

Franklin Public Schools: School Cancelation - Monday, Feb 9

A message from FRANKLIN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Hello,

Due to the snow storm, school will be canceled tomorrow, February 9th.  There will be no afternoon or evening activities.  All school offices and central office will be closed.

Think Spring and stay safe!

Sally Winslow
Assistant Superintendent of Schools

Parmenter Elementary School, in the snow Sunday morning, Feb 8th

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For those with good eyes yes, that is the red marker of a buried fire hydrant. I went back after my walk this morning to dig it out. 

fire hydrant in front of Parmenter School

Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - Feb 10, 2015

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: 'the key to learning'

1. Routine Business

Citizen’s Comments
Review of Agenda
Minutes: I recommend approval of the minutes from the January 13, 2015 School Committee Meeting.
Payment of Bills Mr. Clement
Payroll Mrs. Douglas
FHS Student Representatives
Correspondence: Budget to Actual – Miriam Goodman

2. Guests/Presentations

a. Senator Karen Spilka, Senator Richard Ross and Representative Jeffrey Roy

b. Middle School Blended Learning – MS Principals

The Blended Learning presentation document can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2015/02/middle-schools-blended-learning.html

3. Discussion Only Items

Policy – Second Reading – For Elimination

o GCBA – Professional Staff Salary Schedule

Policy – First Readings

o KCDA – Memorial Commemorations 

o KCD-E1 – Non-Budgeted Funds Donation Form 

o KCD-E2 – Guidelines for Donations of Gifts/Memorials Non-Budgeted Funds to the Franklin Public Schools

The policy documents can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2015/02/franklin-public-schools-memorial-policy.html

4. Action Items

a. I recommend adoption of the 2015-2016 School Calendar as discussed.  (Note the draft calendar can be found here http://www.franklinmatters.org/2015/02/franklin-public-schools-draft-calendar.html )

b. I recommend approval of the budget transfers as detailed.
c. I recommend elimination of Policy GCBA – Professional Staff Salary Schedule as discussed.
d. I recommend moving the following policies to a second reading:

1. KCDA – Memorial Commemorations2. KCD-E1 – Non-Budgeted Funds Donation Form3. KCD-E2 – Guidelines for Donations of Gifts/Memorials Non-Budgeted Funds to the Franklin Public Schools

e. I recommend approval of the request of Anthony Joseph to take Keller 5th graders to Roger Williams Zoo in Providence, RI on May 1, 2015 as detailed.
f. I recommend approval of student activities as detailed.
g. I recommend acceptance of the donation of pottery glaze from EMC (valued at $68.30) for the Empty Bowls program at Oak Street Elementary School.
h. I recommend acceptance of a check for $1,394.00 from the Keller PCC for field trips.
i. I recommend acceptance of a check for $1,000.00 from the Davis Thayer PCC for Library books.
j. I recommend acceptance of a check for $1,000.00 from the Franklin Music Boosters for Extra Curricular Music.
k. I recommend acceptance of a check for $305.50 from All American Publishing for the Athletic Department.
l. I recommend acceptance of a check for $3,725.00 from the Gen Youth Foundation for Remington Middle School.
m. I recommend approval of the request of Dawn Lacerda to take 5th grade JF Kennedy students to the Marine Biology Center in North Kingstown, RI on March 10, 2015 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. Executive Session

Personnel Update

8. Adjourn

Middle Schools - Blended Learning

The presentation document scheduled for discussion at the School Committee meeting on Tuesday, Feb 10, 2105.


Blended Learning in the Middle Schools

Franklin Public Schools: Blended Learning at the Middle Schools from Franklin Matters

community entrance to FHS

The full agenda for the School Committee meeting scheduled for Feb 10, 2015 can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2015/02/franklin-ma-school-committee-agenda-feb.html