Monday, April 18, 2016

"consolidation of the two winter vacations into a single, week-long break"

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin

A group charged with re-examining the school district's calendar has winnowed its list of possibilities and will be presenting them to the School Committee. 
The committee, at its meeting last week, heard an update on the calendar efforts. It had convened the subcommittee in February after district personnel had difficulty drafting a schedule for the 2016-2017 school year. 
Member Denise Schultz said that the subcommittee had met three times, and would be presenting its findings at the next School Committee meeting, currently slated for April 26.

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160417/committee-will-review-school-calendar

The Franklin Matters reporting on the School Committee meeting can be found here  http://www.franklinmatters.org/2016/04/storify-real-time-reporting-school.html

Parmenter School sign reminding of April vacation. Will this schedule be changed for the 2017-2018 calendar year? Find out at the April 26 School Committee meeting when the calendar committee reports.
Parmenter School sign reminding of April vacation. Will this schedule be changed for the 2017-2018 calendar year? Find out at the April 26 School Committee meeting when the calendar committee reports.

MBTA: Bus, Commuter Rail and Subway notice - bicycle restrictions for Monday, Apr 18

Bus, Commuter Rail, and Subway Notice: Due to congestion, bikes (including folding bikes) are not allowed on any MBTA vehicles on Patriots' Day, Monday, April 18, 2016.

Last updated: Apr 15 2016 02:35 PM

Franklin Line approaching Franklin/Dean Station
Franklin Line approaching Franklin/Dean Station

Sunday, April 17, 2016

Franklin Education Foundation (FEF) Trivia Bee Winners

Franklin Education Foundation (FEF) Trivia Bee Winners!
  • Keefe Insurance Is Patriot Place Trivia Bee Champion!
  • Remington Middle School Is Patriot Place Middle School Trivia Bee Champion!


Two spirited, competitive FEF Trivia Bees held Wednesday night resulted in 2 new Patriot Place Champions and raised over $12,000 for the FEF grant program for Franklin Public Schools.

The Remington Middle School student team outlasted the Horace Mann team in the Patriot Place Championship Round to win the 2nd annual FEF Middle School Trivia Bee.

In the subsequent community FEF Trivia Bee, the Keefe Insurance team, composed of Franklin High School students in the FHS Mock Trial Club, beat 5 other teams in the Patriot Place Championship Round to win the 19th annual FEF Trivia Bee. This is the first time in the 19-year history of the FEF Trivia Bee that a team composed of high school students has won the bee. 

In the Patriot Place Championship round, the Keefe Insurance team outlasted 5 other teams sponsored by Encore Music Academy, St. Mary’s Parish, Franklin Special Education Parents Advisory Council, Oak Street Elementary School PCC, and the Franklin School Committee. Kudos to the FHS Mock Trial Students, Keefe Insurance for sponsoring them, and Patriot Place for sponsoring the championship round!

FEF would also like to thank:

  • Team sponsors and raffle item providers
  • Our MCs, the “Dancing Principals”, Messrs. Paul Peri and Brian Wildeman
  • Our judges, Dr. Anne Bergen and Messrs. Matt Kelly and Craig Williams
  • The FHS jazz band and Director Leighanne Rudsit - another fantastic performance!
  • Sound man Anthony Menna

And the many community and Franklin Public School volunteers who helped make this event a success!

More details about the winners and sponsors of this year’s Trivia Bee may be found at the FEF Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/franklined.org/

See you next year for our 20th FEF Trivia Bee!

The Trivia Bee judges table was busy between sessions
The Trivia Bee judges table was busy between sessions

The FHS jazz band performed
The FHS jazz band performed

Lots of silent auction items for the FEF fundraiser
Lots of silent auction items for the FEF fundraiser

3rd Annual Dean Dash 5K Race

Welcome to the 3rd Annual Dean Dash 5K Race, we are excited to host you for a third edition of this great Dean College tradition! Last year, we surpassed our goal of registering over 150 participants so this year, we are looking forward to welcoming over 200 runners, joggers, and walkers. So whether you are a seasoned race enthusiast or this is your first 5K, join the Dean College community on what will be a fun-filled day 
The course will start and finish at Awpie Way located just outside of Dean Hall. You will start promptly at 12:00 PM and take a 3.16-mile walk, jog, or run through the quiet, residential streets of Franklin. Every turn along the course will be clearly marked by a directional sign pointing you down the right path and a course marshal will be present at every road to ensure your safety.
Register online at http://www.dean.edu/dean_dash.aspx

 3rd Annual Dean Dash 5K Race
 3rd Annual Dean Dash 5K Race

Franklin Public Schools: MICCA Music Awards

A message from FRANKLIN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Hello


- Happy Spring vacation - please see the announcement below
Our music students in grades 6-12 all won medals at the State MICCA festival. Congratulations to all.


- Please note the FHS Main Office will be closed next week. 
All FHS administrative offices will be closed during vacation week due to water damage repairs. Work permits may be completed when we return from vacation on April 25th.

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The Franklin Music ensembles had a wonderful outcome at the MICCA Music Festival. All eleven of the Franklin ensembles that performed received a medal. Below are the ensembles that performed along with the medals that they received.
  • FHS Chorus - Silver
  • FHS Select Chorus - Silver
  • FHS Concert Band - Bronze
  • FHS Orchestra - Silver
  • FHS Wind Ensemble - Silver
  • Annie Sullivan Middle School Band - Bronze
  • Combined Middle School Orchestra - Gold
  • Middle School Honors Choir - Silver
  • Horace Mann Middle School Band - Silver
  • Remington Symphony Band - Silver
  • Franklin Repertory Orchestra - Gold
Congratulations to our musicians

Thank you parents, music boosters and faculty for your support for all of our young musicians!


MICCA
MICCA

MBTA: Commuter Rail notice - bicycle restrictions - Sunday, April 17



Due to Boston Marathon-related events, bikes (including folding bikes) are not allowed on Southside Commuter Rail trains on Sunday, April 17.

Affected routes:

  • Framingham/Worcester Line
  • Franklin Line
  • Fairmount Line
  • Providence/Stoughton Line
  • Middleborough/Lakeville Line
  • Kingston/Plymouth Line
  • Greenbush Line


Last updated: Apr 16 2016 12:04 PM

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



Franklin Line
Franklin Line

Norfolk County Registry of Deeds: Warns Homeowners About Deed Scam



Norfolk County Registry of Deeds

Register O'Donnell Warns Homeowners About Deed Scam

Continuing his efforts to combat consumer fraud, Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell today expressed his ongoing frustration regarding Norfolk County residents who continue to receive direct-mail solicitations offering them a certified copy of their property deed for an exorbitant fee ranging anywhere from $59.50-$83.00.

Register O'Donnell stated, "These companies are making outrageous profits. If a consumer knew that the Registry of Deeds would provide them a certified copy of a property deed for a charge of only $1.00 per page, plus an additional $1.00 for postage, they would never agree to pay these companies such an outrageous fee for service. The average price for a mailed homeowner's deed by the Registry (usually two pages) is $3.00."

The Registry has heard numerous stories from Norfolk County residents about examples of receiving deed solicitation notices from a California private company. The solicitation was labeled Recorded Deed Notice and requested that the homeowner forward a check to them in the amount of $83.00 for a copy of their deed. A Braintree resident, who received the solicitation, notified the Registry about the advertisement instead of spending $83.00.

Register O'Donnell stated, "While the practice may be legal, it's certainly not ethical. Clearly these direct-mail companies are preying upon the innocent assumptions of Norfolk County residents, many of whom are first-time homeowners or elderly. Consumers are interpreting these notices as a bill, since they are affixed with a due date. I urge Norfolk County citizens not to fall prey to these types of misleading deed scam advertisements."

If you receive such a deed solicitation notice, please contact the Registry's Customer Service Center immediately at (781) 461-6101 or by email at registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org. Additionally, if you desire a copy of your deed, also contact the Registry's Customer Service Center and we will be glad to provide you with one for a nominal fee of usually $2.00-$3.00.

To learn more about these and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, like us at facebook.com/NorfolkDeeds or follow us on twitter.com/NorfolkDeeds.

The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, located at 649 High Street, Dedham, is the principal office for real property in Norfolk County. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities and others with a need for secure, accurate, accessible land record information. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center at (781) 461-6101, or on the web at www.norfolkdeeds.org.


Register William P. O'Donnell

Norfolk County Registry of Deeds

phone: 781-234-3336
Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, 649 High Street, Dedham,, MA 02026-1831

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Norfolk County Deeds seal
Norfolk County Deeds seal