Summer STAR Classes Open for Registration!

Franklin Public Schools ~ Lifelong Learning Institute Summer STAR Classes for Entering Grades 3, 4, and 5 Registration is open! So You Think You Can Cook Students will learn the basics of measuring following a a recipe and cooking. Students will take turns being "Chef for the Day" to maximize the experience and fun.  We will also have time for some games and crafts. July 11 to 15, 8:30 am to 12:30 pm Celebrating the American Girl Throughout history, the heroines of the American Girl book series have been brave, creative, responsible, and kind.  Come join us for a week of fun-filled activities as we celebrate the American Girl.  We will immense ourselves in crafts, cooking, tea parties, and games. July 11 to 15, 8:30 am to 12:30 pm Accessorize Yourself If you are looking to add a little "bling" to your daily wardrobe, look no further.  Learn to make bangle bracelets, duct tape beads, t-shirt headbands, infinity scarves and more! July 11 to 15, 8:30 am to 12:30 pm Elementary School Musical This class allows students to gain confidence in singing, acting, improvisation, and choreographed movement along with performing in front of an audience. Students will work together to create small group songs and large groups songs that are coordinated by the teacher.  This is a 2-week class and culminates in a mini-musical revue for the parents. July 11 to 22, 8:30 am to 12:30 pm Rock Band Have you always wondered what it would be like to be in a Rock Band? Whether you have musical experience or not, we will create a rock band from scratch and put on a Rock Show at the end of the session. This is a 2-week class.   July11 to 22, 8:30 am to 12:30 pm Ultimate Sports Academy 1.0 Come get your game on and have the opportunity to learn and play a variety of sports (baseball/softball, soccer, basketball, track & field, flag football and Parkour). Students will learn the specific skills, positions and strategies for each sport through drills, activities, and game-like scenarios. Additionally, students will use teamwork, communication, and sportsmanship as these values are the cornerstone for effective game play. This class is open to girls and boys of all skill levels. First timers welcome!July 18 to 22, 8:30 am to 12:30 pm Star Wars: The Force Awakens Only 1 opening left. Do you know the difference between a Wookiee and an Ewok?  Then you should join us and show off your STAR Wars knowledge and skills, while having fun with other future Jedi.  Spend this awesome week of summer in a galaxy far, far away! July 18 to 22, 8:30 am to 12:30 pm Ultimate Sports Academy 2.0 Only 2 openings left. Keep the fun rolling with another week of sports. If you participated in USA 1.0, you'll be playing different games this week. If this is your first week, you will have the opportunity to learn and play a variety of sports (baseball/softball, soccer, basketball, track & field, flag football and Parkour). Students will learn the specific skills, positions and strategies for each sport through drills, activities, and game-like scenarios. Additionally, students will use teamwork, communication, and sportsmanship as these values are the cornerstone for effective game play. This class is open to girls and boys of all skill levels. You do not need to have taken 1.0. July 25 to 29, 8:30 am to 12:30 pm Be Dazzled Come make jewelry creations to BLING up your summer! Jewelry makers will create necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and so much more! August 1 to 5, 8:30 am to 12:30 pm Video STAR Only 2 openings left. Video Star is the class for kids that want to dive into the world of making videos that go beyond simple point and shoot movies of cats on trampolines or whimsical sunsets.   Using a variety of video and still cameras, we will plan, shoot, and edit videos that touch the heart, stir the soul, and tickle the funny bone.  If you can think it, we can make the movie! August 1 to 5, 8:30 am to 12:30 pm Clay's the Way Use clay and other art materials to create one of a kind sculptures! August 1 to 5, 8:30 am to 12:30 pm STAR Wars STEM Only 2 openings left. "Where science meets imagination." Make the science of Star Wars come to life while investigating the truth and fiction behind your favorite Star Wars movies. The Hoth system may be "far, far away", but there is plenty to create right here in Franklin.  Design, Build, Play and may the force be with you! August 1 to 5, 8:30 am to 12:30 pm Lifelong Learning Institute | Website | Email

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SEPAC Workshop - Mar 16; Comedy Fundraiser - Apr 1

Join us this WEDNESDAY, March 16th at 7:00 pm in the 3rd floor training room of the Franklin Municipal Building, 355 East Central Street for a workshop on Mass Health and CBHI (The Children's Behavioral Health Initiative) presented by representatives from You, Inc. SEPAC workshops are free and open to the public so please spread the word!

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Please join the Franklin SEPAC at our annual fundraiser on April 1st, 2016 at 7:00 pm at CBS Scene in Foxboro. Signed Patriots gear, Red sox tickets, Disney tickets, hotel stays, family photo sessions, restaurant gift cards, hair and spa packages, golf and much more! 

Tickets for this event are $50 per person. Please contact Franklin SEPAC at franklinsepac@gmail.com to purchase tickets or go to www.franklinsepac.org to pay through PayPal. Tickets purchased on line will be available at the door on the evening of the event. 

Proceeds help us to fund monthly workshops educating parents on special-needs topics, run monthly support groups, and host periodic social events for children and their families. 

Franklin SEPAC also contributes an annual donation to Franklin's Special Education programs or local groups helping special needs children in the area such as Special Olympics, the Franklin Fish Swim Team, SenseAbility Gym and Best Buddies. 

We are a 501(c)(3) volunteer-run organization and rely on donations to help alleviate the costs of the above-mentioned programs.

Comedy Night on Apr 1 - Yes, a great fund raising event!

Support the All Night Party - bottle/can drive today

The FHS All Night Party is holding a fund raising bottle and can drive today in the high school parking lot from 9:00 AM to noon.

bottle can drive 9:00 to noon 3/12/16

The next drive will be held Saturday May 14 also from 9am-12pm in the FHS Parking lot

For more info about the All Night Party http://www.fhsallnightparty.com/

Help Support the SAFE Coalition - Donate to join the monthly calendar raffle

Your donation gives you 26 chances to win

• $ 1000 prize
• $ 500 prize
• $ 100 Prizes
• $ 25 prizes

Each calendar raffle is $20, you may purchase as many as you like.

You can purchase your calendar on the link provided below or mail your check to the address listed.

SAFE Coalition

All donations must be received by March 30th. Upon receipt of your donation, we will enter your name on each raffle ticket you purchase.

Safe Coalition
P.O. Box 434
Franklin, MA 02038

About the SAFE Coalition:

What is the S.A.F.E. Coalition? The SAFE Coalition is a community wide response to this growing public health crisis. Our mission is to provide early education and prevention strategies, treatment options and coping mechanisms for those affected by substance abuse disorder. 

Why we became involved? We became involved after learning many young adults in our own community have developed the disease of substance abuse disorder. These young adults and their families have been batting an illness without education or support. Far too often this illness has left its mark either through broken relationships, overdoses, or death. 

Why does the SAFE Coalition need your financial support? SAFE has many initiatives planned that will help our community battle this epidemic. Grant funds for coalition work are limited. We are a volunteer led grass roots organization that cannot sustain itself with your support. 

Here are just a few of the initiatives we are planning in the near future:

• Develop regional “Drop-in Centers” where a comprehensive range of services, including counseling and treatment options will be offered to those impacted by Substance Abuse Disorder.
• Provide resource kits that offer information on counseling, treatment centers and more. These will be given out by police officers and first responders to at risk people.
• Provide Narcan and training for the at risk community (including parents of active users).
• Providing a 24/7 substance abuse hotline with licensed counselors available to answer questions and provide treatment to those in need.
• Continue to present innovative programs for all aged groups aimed at early prevention.

Thank you for your generous support!  

Donate to a calendar

Additional info on the monthly raffle   Calendar Supplement Letter

In the News: small business seminar, Chris Herren in Hopedale, Waite talks about scholarship

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin

"The town holds an event for small-business owners and aspiring owners next week with the hopes of linking them with development resources. 

The event - scheduled for March 24 at 10 a.m. at the Franklin Municipal Building - will feature a presentation by the U.S. Small Business Association (SBA), among others. It is slated to end around noon. 

John Allen, of the town's Department of Planning and Community Development, said it is important for the town to assist its smaller businesses.
"Our economy is based on small businesses," he said. "It's great to have large businesses, but we need small businesses as well."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160311/theres-no-business-like-small-business

"Chris Herren could have retold his tale of how his battle with drug addiction sidelined his once promising career and turned him into a motivational speaker. 

Herren, speaking Friday at Hopedale Junior-Senior High School students in a packed auditorium, instead spoke about the students and young adults he’s met who have fallen victim to the scourge of drugs, depression and self-image issues."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160311/hopedale-former-nba-player-brings-anti-drug-message-to-students

"Waite said she first learned of the academy from her computer science teacher, who gave her a flyer about it. 

"I applied in May and I was accepted," she said. "So, for a week in July, I commuted in to Boston." 

She spent that week learning about apps and was given a Samsung Galaxy Note tablet to help further her efforts."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160311/franklin-high-school-student-wins-20k-with-med-kid-app

“Try Your Luck” special at TeamFitness

Hello everyone! Team Fitness in Franklin is having a St. Patrick’s Day special March 14 – 19th. It’s a “Try Your Luck” special. Everyone will receive a discount and you could even win a FREE membership. 

Just knowing you could win a FREE membership makes it worth the trip. Check it out when you have the chance!

#tryyourluckteamfitnessfranklin

St. Patrick’s Day special