You can be the judge - Volunteers needed

The Science Department at Remington Middle School officially invites you to the annual Family STEAM night Tuesday, April 11th from 5 – 8pm. 

We are seeking volunteers to be judges for the 8th grade science projects. You do not need to be an expert in science, as a rubric with guiding questions is provided. Duties would include judging 2-4 projects per session. Snacks are provided.

The night is divided into 4 sessions, with a 5 minute break between sessions:

• 5:00 – 5:45
• 5:45 – 6:30
• 6:30 – 7:15
• 7:15 – 8:00

Any time you can commit would be helpful and extremely appreciated. Please email Jay Edmonds (Science Department) directly if interested. You can reach him at edmondsj@franklin.k12.ma.us

annual Family STEAM night Tuesday, April 11

Tri-County Showcases Senior Projects at Legislative Day at the State House

Tri-County RVTHS Seniors, Katherine Pensak of Walpole and Allyson Bettencourt of North Attleboro, recently exhibited their senior projects at the Library Showcase on Legislative Day at the State House in Boston, MA.

One of the highlights of the event was when Kate and Ally got to present their projects to various state legislators including Senator James Timilty (D-Walpole). "It was great to meet Kate Pensak and Ally Bettencourt at the State House. I was very impressed with the quality of the craftsmanship in each of their senior projects, said Senator Timilty. “Tri-County Regional High School consistently provides students access to an exceptional, well-rounded education."

“The cornerstone of learning at Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School rests on students’ ability to successfully integrate their academic and vocational-technical skills into real world applications”, said Superintendent Stephen Dockray. “The Tri-County Senior Project does just that. It is a cap stone project which is a requirement for graduation.”

Senator Jim Timilty (D-Walpole) (middle) pictured
with Allyson Bettencourt of North Attleboro (left)
and Katherine Pensak of Walpole (right).
 (Photo courtesy of Tri-County)

It all begins with an “idea”, formulated within the trade program area, but outside of the State Frameworks Curriculum. That idea is shaped by exhaustive research via school and community libraries. Web info, periodicals, technical papers, trade journals and code handbooks all contribute the fodder for product development.

The Senior Projects are the result of this extensive collaboration between the student, the Library Media Center, the English department and the various program trade areas. Our students benefit greatly from state funded resources such as online access and a wealth of resources and support services provided by Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners, Mass Library Systems and Massachusetts School Library Association.

The Tri-County Senior Project is a vehicle which integrates learning between academic and vocational areas thereby promoting literacy, critical-thinking, intellectual curiosity and life-long learning.

Franklin Public Library: Elephant and Piggie Party! - March 18, 10:30 AM

Elephant and Piggie Party! Saturday, March 18th, 10:30 a.m.

Did you know that March marks the 10th anniversary of Elephant and Piggie’s hilarious books? 

We’re going to celebrate, with a party in their honor! Come for snacks, crafts, activities, and a special reading of a few favorites!

Waiting Is Not Easy! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)

There are 25 books in the series for early readers written by Mo Willems

The Amazon link for Mo Willems is here

In the News: Family science night; police await lab results

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"High school students and teachers worked to kindle scientific curiosity in young minds during Thursday's "Family Science Night" at the school. 

Visitors watched a liquid nitrogen demonstration, controlled robots, took part in forensics demonstrations and learned how a lemon could be a battery - among other things - through the course of the night. 

Science teacher Ann Ritchie said the event, put on by the school's Science National Honor Society, works to give younger children a firsthand look at the scientific concepts that underpin the world as we know it, and hopefully encourages them to explore further. 

"It's really all about the power of experience," she said. "We can talk all day in front of the class about theory and concepts, but to put it in front of the children encourages them to make connections."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170316/franklin-science-night-features-bottles-lemons

"A day after emergency personnel responded to a Stewart Street residence for a chemical incident, police are awaiting the analysis of items removed from the house. 

Deputy Police Chief James Mill said Thursday afternoon that experts were in the process of determining what substances were recovered from the 84 Stewart St. residence. 

Mill said there had not been an arrest related to the matter at this point. He emphasized that the scene is safe at this point. 

According to a Franklin Police Department release, the town fire department responded to a medical emergency at the house at about 8 a.m. Wednesday and personnel noted several chemical items that raised concerns."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170316/police-investigating-chemicals-removed-from-franklin-house

Franklin Liquors can help you get ready for St Patrick's

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Franklin Liquors can help you get ready for St Patrick's

FM #128 - Special School Committee Mtg - Superintendent Search Candidates Announced

FM #128

This internet radio show or podcast is number 128 in the series for Franklin Matters. This captured the audio recording of the special School Committee meeting held March 15, 2017.

The meeting was rescheduled due to the snow storm on the 14th and had a shortened agenda. The School Committee heard the report from the Superintendent Search firm HYA on the four new candidates, and confirmed their timeline for interviews, site visits, and decision.

The School Committee went into Executive Session, not to return to an open meeting, for a separate legal matter.  

My notes from the meeting have been posted to the Franklin Matters webpage.

http://www.franklinmatters.org/2017/03/four-candidates-revealed-for-franklin.html

Without further ado, here is the recording of the meeting

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This brings the recording of the March 15 School Committee meeting to a close.

This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but I can't do it alone. I can use your help.

How can you help?

If you like this, please tell your friends and neighbors.

If you don't like this, please let me know.

Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements.

Thank you for listening.

For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/

If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com

The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission

I hope you enjoy!

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Reminder: Dr Potee to speak on "The Adolescent Brain and the Physiology of Addiction" - Thursday, 7:00 PM

SAFE Community Conversation features Dr. Ruth Potee 7:00 pm, THURSDAY, MARCH  16, 2017 Franklin High School Auditorium The SAFE Coalition's Community Conversation series continues on Thursday March 16th at 7:00 PM, when nationally recognized addiction expert Dr. Ruth Potee will speak on "The Adolescent Brain and the Physiology of Addiction". The program will take place in the Franklin High School Auditorium. You can view the Local Town Pages report on the event by clicking here. The event is being co-sponsored by the Public Schools of Franklin and Medway, Mike Morrissey and the Norfolk District Attorney's Office, the Representatives Jeffrey N. Roy (10th Norfolk District) and Shawn Dooley (9th Norfolk District). Board certified in Family Medicine and Addiction Medicine, Dr. Potee is a physician with Valley Medical Group in Greenfield, providing a full scope of family medicine with special interests in women's health, pediatrics, addiction treatment, psychiatric illness, and pain management. Since 2013, she has co-chaired the Healthcare Solutions of the Opioid Task Force of Franklin County and North Quabbin. As a school physician, she has provided training and curriculum for school nurses throughout western and central Massachusetts on adolescent substance abuse and addiction. Additionally, she is the medical director for the Franklin County House of Corrections, a position she assumed in 2014 that oversees care for 300 inmates in the county. Dr. Potee's talk will focus on the impact of substance use on the adolescent brain and strategies parents may employ to assist their children in making healthy decisions. S.A.F.E. is a coalition of community partners who have come together to provide support, education, treatment options, and coping mechanisms for those affected by substance abuse disorder. We do so by empowering those affected, including their families, with the tools necessary to succeed on their journey to recovery. We understand that while I can't, we can. Copyright © 2017 SAFE Coalition, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in from a SAFE event or meeting. Our mailing address is: SAFE Coalition PO Box 434 Franklin, Ma 02038 Add us to your address book