Tuesday, April 11, 2017

Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - Apr 11, 2017

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."

the key to learning
the key to learning

1. Routine Business

Citizen’s Comments
Review of Agenda
Minutes: I recommend approval of the minutes from the March 23, 2017 Special Meeting March 28, 2017 Regular School Committee Meeting and the Executive Session Minutes from March 23, 2017.
Payment of Bills Dr. O’Malley
Payroll Mrs. Douglas
FHS Student Representatives
1. Nicolas Gnaman
2. Alexander Chitarra
Correspondence: Budget to Actual 

2. Executive session for the purpose of discussing strategy as it relates to contract negotiations over the incoming Superintendent’s contract.


Roll call vote to enter into Executive Session

Return to open session

Motion to move action item regarding approval of incoming superintendent’s contract to an early vote.

Early Action Item:
L. I recommend approval of the incoming Superintendent’s contract.


3. Guests/Presentations

a. Signing of incoming Superintendent’s Contract
b. School Safety Presentation - Peter Light, Dr. Maureen Sabolinski

4. Discussion Only Items


  • FY18 Budget
  • Bi-County Collaborative Quarterly Report
  • Policy – First Reading
  • JJG – Community Sponsored Activities


5. Action Items

a. I recommend that we not accept any new school choice students for the 2017-2018 school year.
b. I recommend adoption of the FY18 Budget in the amount of $60,175,000.00 as discussed.
c. I recommend approval of the request of Mr. Peri that eligible DECA club student attend the International DECA Competition in Anaheim, CA from April 26-30, 2017 as detailed.
d. I recommend acceptance of a check for $300.00 from the Parmenter PCC for field trips.
e. I recommend acceptance of a check for $50.00 from Steven Mollo for in-house enrichment at RMS.
f. I recommend acceptance of a check for $500.00 from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for in-house enrichment. 
g. I recommend acceptance of a check for $250.00 from the Keller PCC for scholarship/memorial as detailed.
h. I recommend moving Policy JJG – Community Sponsored Activities, to a second reading.
i. I recommend acceptance of a check for $449.30 from the Jefferson PCC for supplemental supplies.
j. I recommend acceptance of $2,000.00 from Music Parents for in house enrichment.
k. I recommend acceptance of two checks totaling $2,575.00 for FHS as follows:
1. $1,000.00 from Special Olympics of MA for in-house enrichment
2. $1,575.00 from various for Robert Lima Scholarship

6. Information Matters

• Superintendent’s Report
a. MetroWest Health Survey Key Indicators Report

• School Committee Sub-Committee Reports
a. Policy – MaryJane Scofield

• School Committee Liaison Reports
a. Community Relations – Denise Schultz


7. New Business

• To discuss future business that may be brought before the School Committee.


8. Motion to Adjourn 

– Dr. O’Malley

FHS Baseball, tennis, and softball teams top Oliver Ames

From Hockomock Sports we share the results of the spring sports action on Monday, April 10. The boys lacrosse lost in a close match to BC High while the baseball, softball, and both tennis teams beat their counterparts from Oliver Ames High School.

"In a battle between two Massachusetts lacrosse heavyweights on Monday afternoon at Beaver Street Field, BC High pulled out a hard-fought 8-7 win over Franklin. 
BC High dominated the first quarter and and halfway into the second period. After Charlie Pyne opened up the scoring with 9:55 left in the first quarter, BC High jumped out to a 4-0 lead at the end of the first quarter. 
That lead grew to 6-0 with 8:41 to go in the second quarter after a goal from Pat Jennings. BC High also got two goals out of both Pyne and Pat Bulger early on, who paced the Eagles along with goalie Peter DeSisto (ten saves). 
“We did a good job when we had some transition opportunities, capitalizing when we can, which is something we try to work on in all parts of the game, but it was working for us early in the half and it let us get a lead on them that we were lucky to have,” said BC High coach Steve Lydon about the Eagles’ hot start."

https://hockomocksports.com/franklin-boys-lacrosse-comeback-effort-comes-up-just-short-against-bc-high/
FHS Panthers
FHS Panthers


Baseball = Oliver Ames, 0 @ Franklin, 1 – Final
– Franklin emerged from a pitcher’s duel with a 1-0 win, scoring the lone run in the bottom of the sixth inning. Franklin lefty Jason Ulrickson went the distance, tossing a complete game shutout with just four hits allowed. He walked just one batter while striking out three. Ulrickson also had a solid day at the plate, going 2-for-3. Oliver Ames sophomore Tom Parker also had a strong performance, going five-plus innings with just three hits against and two walks. The sophomore struck out a pair while allowing just the one. Franklin senior Ryan Hodgkins scored the lone run of the game, coming home on a sacrifice fly to right field from Josh Macchi. The Panthers had a strong game defensively, led by sophomore shortstop Alex Haba, who had eight putouts.

Softball = Franklin, 13 @ Oliver Ames, 2 – Final

Boys Tennis = Franklin, 5 @ Oliver Ames, 0 – Final

Girls Tennis = Oliver Ames, 2 @ Franklin, 3 – Final

St Mary's Changes Grade One Education Program Location

This is an important message to inform all of our families of a change which will help to strengthen the Faith Formation of our young people. After much prayerful thought, advice, and discussion with Fr. Brian, teachers, and parents, we have decided to have our First Grade students come to class at the school building. 

Beginning September 2017 there will be no home program for Grade One (First Communion 1).

If you already have other children in our program, you will register your first grade student when you register your other children this summer, adding Baptismal information online.

New families of first grade students will have the opportunity to register online using the registration link that will be on the parish website this summer. You will also be able to add the necessary Baptismal information online.

At this time, if anyone is interested in joining our teaching team for Grade One and hopefully, Grade Two, please contact the Religious Education Office at 508-528-1450.

I hope by getting this information out to you early you will be able to make your plans for Religious Education for 2017/2018. If at any time you have questions, regarding Religious Education, please feel free to call me at 508-528-1450.

Thank you
Karen Ackles

St Mary's Parish, Franklin
St Mary's Parish, Franklin

In the News: Council to reconsider Summer St; State to reconsider school funding

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

"The Town Council is scheduled this week to determine if the local government will re-consider a controversial Summer Street zoning change it earlier rejected. 
On the agenda for Wednesday’s council meeting is a vote on the resubmittal of the move, which would allow for denser development on the 11-acre property at 496 Summer St. by changing it from a “rural residential I” zone to a “single-family residential VII” one. 
If a majority of the council agrees to the reconsideration, the process would restart - the change would be referred to the Planning Board for approval, and the council would have to hold a public hearing and two readings. The change would still need a two-thirds approval by the council to take effect. 
The request was submitted by property owner Bruce Hunchard, who said he was legally allowed to seek a resubmittal, and that he had followed the rules in requesting the change. He noted that the single-family residential VII zone had been on the town’s books for several years."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170410/franklin-may-reconsider-zoning-move



"The state’s 24-year-old school funding formula comes up short by $1-2 billion when it comes to projecting the real cost of public education each year, according to a group of lawmakers and education experts who unveiled a new proposal Monday. 
State Sen. Sonia Chang-Diaz, D-Jamaica Plain, is the lead sponsor of S.223, a bill that would phase in an overhaul of the current K-12 funding formula. Over the past two-dozen years, rapidly rising costs for healthcare and special education have handcuffed school systems, leaving them with little left to spend elsewhere and sometimes forcing them to make cuts to programs that directly impact student services. 
“This is not schools asking for extra funding. This is not schools being frivolous,” Chang-Diaz said. “This funding formula has eroded ... Every year, we have been asking schools to do more and more with less.” 
Dozens of state lawmakers and education leaders gathered Monday at the Statehouse to name the bill a top legislative priority."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170410/lawmakers-say-state-formula-miscalculates-education-costs-by-1-billion

Monday, April 10, 2017

REMINDER: Franklin Odd Fellows: Speaker’s Forum Series Public Talk - Apr 13

Presenters: Robin Putnam, Research and Special Projects Manager
Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation

Date/Time: April 13, 2017. 6:30 pm

Location: Franklin Public Library, Temporary Location
25 Kenwood Circle., Franklin, MA 02038

Agenda: 

  1. Understanding Identity Theft - Manage your personal information and Safeguard your computer. Security freezes and fraud alerts. Reporting ID Theft and First Steps for Victims
  2. Scams and Fraud Prevention – Work at Home Scams – Vacation and Travel Scams – Medicare Prescription Drug Plan Scams – Guidance for Businesses on Security Breaches – Fake Check Scams.
  3. Credit Card Skimming Devices – How to spot and avoid them.
  4. Q and A: Engage audience members in a question and answer period.
Franklin Odd Fellows
Franklin Odd Fellows




One-Night Only Fund-Raising Event For Today’s Special, Inc - April 15

ONE-NIGHT ONLY FUND-RAISING EVENT FOR TODAY’S SPECIAL, INC. AT THE BLACK BOX – SATURDAY, APRIL 15, 2017 at 7:00 p.m.

100% of donations go to opening our bakery!

Today’s Special, Inc., a 501(c)(3) organization created by Michelle Carlucci for her son Harry, is hosting a one-night-only fund-raising event at THE BLACK BOX in Franklin, MA. Our goal is to open a small bakery in Franklin that will provide much needed jobs to people of all abilities. Opening soon, with your help!

This one-night-only event will feature a live performance by Today’s Special’s own Ted Stefan, along with the music making skills of local favorites Steve Serra (Charity Case), and brothers Craig and Jeff Bernheart. We’re hoping to also have some surprise guests join us so stay tuned! With the help of our awesome friends at everybody's favorite King Street Cafe’, Today’s Special will provide a preview of the products that will be available at our bakery and in stores throughout the Commonwealth. There will be fun people of all ages at our booth so you can grab a t-shirt and some special treats while you meet our amazing friends and volunteers. Come on out, listen to the music, and like we say . . . . eat good · feel good · do good!
One-Night Only Fund-Raising Event For Today’s Special, Inc - April 15
One-Night Only Fund-Raising Event For
Today’s Special, Inc - April 15

Tickets are a TAX-DEDUCTIBLE $50.00 and are available at todaysspecialinc.com by clicking GET INVOLVED and then UPCOMING EVENTS. Click on the Event and buy your tickets it's that easy! A confirmation e-mail will be sent and you will be added to the guest list. 

Tickets will also be available at the door on the evening of the event. THE BLACK BOX Theater is located at 15 West Central St, in downtown Franklin, MA and offers a full cash bar. Parking is free and available next to and behind the theater. Parking is also available on Main St.

Don’t miss your chance to come together to support a great cause and a great new 501(c)(3) organization. Today’s Special, Inc. is calling on you to join the Inclusion Revolution! We’ll see you April 15th! Don’t miss it!

Thank You!

This was shared from the Facebook event page
https://www.facebook.com/events/315297955551665/


Boston Globe selects FHS' CJ Neely as Division 1 Boys Basketball Coach of the Year

The Boston Globe published their All Scholastic Awards in the Sunday edition. The key highlight for Franklin was the recognition of FHS' CJ Neely as Division 1 Coach of the Year.

CJ Neely, Franklin (Boston Globe photo)
CJ Neely, Franklin (Boston Globe photo)

Coaches of the Year - Boys Basketball 

Division 1: CJ Neely, Franklin

In his third year at the helm, Neely made history with the Panthers as they won the program’s first Division 1 Central title and were state finalists (22-3). The Oliver Ames and Bates alum has a 57-13 record with Franklin.


For the remainder of the Globe All Scholastic selections
http://www.bostonglobe.com/sports/high-schools/2017/04/08/boys-basketball-boston-globe-all-scholastics/okGvmjWLSDbYUe3djrNMoN/story.html#Neely