Franklin Public Library Book Sale, Saturday, June 17, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The bag sale is Sunday from 9:00 to noon.
This was shared from the Franklin Library page
http://franklinpl.blogspot.com/2017/06/book-sale-saturday-june-17-900-am-to.html
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Friday, June 16, 2017
FHS representatives for baseball and softball Hockomock League all stars
Below are the official 2017 Hockomock League Baseball and Softball All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league and published by Hockomock Sports .Com.
Baseball = HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP
Will Weir, King Philip
HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS
Jake Noviello, Franklin
Ryan Hodgkins, Franklin
Alex Haba, Franklin
Jason Ulrickson, Franklin
HONORABLE MENTIONS
Jake Lyons, Franklin
Softball = HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP
Emily Piergustavo, Milford
HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS
Ally Shea, Franklin
HONORABLE MENTIONS
Jackie Cherry, Franklin
https://hockomocksports.com/2017-hockomock-league-baseball-all-stars/
https://hockomocksports.com/2017-hockomock-league-softball-all-stars/
Baseball = HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP
Will Weir, King Philip
HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS
Jake Noviello, Franklin
Ryan Hodgkins, Franklin
Alex Haba, Franklin
Jason Ulrickson, Franklin
HONORABLE MENTIONS
Jake Lyons, Franklin
Softball = HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP
Emily Piergustavo, Milford
HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS
Ally Shea, Franklin
HONORABLE MENTIONS
Jackie Cherry, Franklin
https://hockomocksports.com/2017-hockomock-league-baseball-all-stars/
https://hockomocksports.com/2017-hockomock-league-softball-all-stars/
https://hockomocksports.com/ |
American Legion 5M and 5K Scholarship Fund Road Race - June 17
American Legion
5M and 5K Scholarship Fund Road Race
Saturday June 17th, 2017 at 8 AM
- Post race refreshments
- Prizes awarded by category
- T-Shirts for entrants
- Raffle Prizes-All Entrants Included!
Help support our effort to give scholarships to high school students looking at the high cost of secondary education. All profits from this event will go to the Scholarship Funds for Medway Post 367 and Franklin Post 75.
- Registration: 7:00 – 7:45 AM
- Start Time: 8:00 AM
- Start / Finish: Remington Middle School, 628 Washington St. Franklin,MA
- Run – 5 mile or 5k loop on paved roads
- Entry Fee: $25, $15 for High School Students
Register online via the Franklin Post Site: http://www.mapost75.com/
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0wjbnXDBhczTzJ5U2Q0QXIxNlk/view?usp=sharing
screen grab of American Legion Post 75 webpage |
Franklin Dog Park - Clean Up - June 28 - 3:00 PM - CANCELED
Volunteers needed. We need wheel barrows, shovels, rakes.
Also on that day anyone that gives a donation to the dog park will receive a bag of home made dog biscuits.
Or you can make your donation out to:
Franklin Dog Park, PO Box 111, Franklin,Ma. 02038
Updated 6/22/17
Date canceled and to be reschedule for another time
Facebook photo of volunteers at the Dog Park in 2013 |
“We’ll be having Betsy Ross bring down the last flag”
"With music and messages, the Franklin Elks will celebrate the glories of Old Glory at ceremonies on Saturday.
The group’s Flag Day ceremony is scheduled from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. on the Town Common.
Katie Morvan, a member of the Elks, said the group has held Flag Day celebrations over the past several years - this one is entitled “A Salute to Our Flag.”
“Flag Day was (Wednesday) this year but, since it was the middle of the week, we decided to push it to Saturday,” she said."
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170615/franklin-flag-day-event-set-for-saturday
the main flag pole on the Town Common was recently repainted and hung with a new flag |
Thursday, June 15, 2017
MBTA: Commuter Rail requests your feedback
Help the commuter rail prepare for Sail Boston this weekend by taking this brief survey: https://www.quicksurveys.com/s/o6AYw
Last updated: Jun 15 2017 05:12 PM
Click here for more information: https://www.quicksurveys.com/s/o6AYw
Franklin Dean Station |
Please help with the Backpack Drive during July-August
We will be collecting supplies and backpacks through the month of July and August at the participating locations listed below. We are looking for the suggested school supplies as well as backpacks.
Supply Drop off locations:
Suggested Supplies:
Are you or someone you know in need of a backpack? Please contact Michelle Branche at 774-235-2766 or michellebr@hockymca.org to request your backpack today!
Supply Drop off locations:
- Bernon Family YMCA
- Franklin High School
- Oak Street Elementary School
- Franklin Municipal Building
- Horace Mann Middle School
- BJ’s in Franklin
Suggested Supplies:
*Spiral Notebooks *Pencils *Erasers*Calculators *Crayons *Markers*Pocket Folders *Pencil Bag *Rulers*Highlighters *Scissors *Binders*Colored Markers *Glue Sticks *Pens*Loose Leaf Paper *Colored Pencils*Mini Hand Sanitizer
Backpack Drive during July-August
Are you or someone you know in need of a backpack? Please contact Michelle Branche at 774-235-2766 or michellebr@hockymca.org to request your backpack today!
St. Vincent de Paul Freedom from Food Hunger Drive
Once again the St. Mary's Conference of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul is excited to announce its 7th annual Freedom From Hunger Food Drive on the weekend of June 24th and 25th.
In order to receive a variety of nonperishable items we are requesting the following items; whole grain crackers, cereal, spaghetti sauce and pasta, peanut butter and jelly, individual containers of Jell-O/fruit/pudding, all paper products, detergent, canned fruit, fruit juice, and applesauce.
All items may be dropped off in the Sacred Heart Hall, (lower level of St. Mary's church or at any of the doors of the church throughout the weekend of June 24th and 25th.
Having breakfast food, healthy snacks, fruit juice and nutritious meals can help people face the day with a positive attitude. Your donations make this possible. Thank you all for your help and support.
In order to receive a variety of nonperishable items we are requesting the following items; whole grain crackers, cereal, spaghetti sauce and pasta, peanut butter and jelly, individual containers of Jell-O/fruit/pudding, all paper products, detergent, canned fruit, fruit juice, and applesauce.
All items may be dropped off in the Sacred Heart Hall, (lower level of St. Mary's church or at any of the doors of the church throughout the weekend of June 24th and 25th.
Having breakfast food, healthy snacks, fruit juice and nutritious meals can help people face the day with a positive attitude. Your donations make this possible. Thank you all for your help and support.
St. Vincent de Paul Freedom from Food Hunger Drive |
FHS' Hannah Sweeney, Hockomock League Tennis MVP
Below are the official 2017 Hockomock League Girls and Boys Tennis All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league as published by Hockomock Sports .Com.
HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP
Hannah Sweeney, Franklin
HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS
Hannah Sweeney, Franklin
HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP
Griffin Fein, Sharon
Cole Ginter, King Philip
HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS
Eli Brooks, Franklin
James Johnston, Franklin
Rahul Herur, Franklin
Derek Wu, Franklin
https://hockomocksports.com/2017-hockomock-league-girls-tennis-all-stars/
https://hockomocksports.com/2017-hockomock-league-boys-tennis-all-stars/
HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP
Hannah Sweeney, Franklin
HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS
Hannah Sweeney, Franklin
HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP
Griffin Fein, Sharon
Cole Ginter, King Philip
HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS
Eli Brooks, Franklin
James Johnston, Franklin
Rahul Herur, Franklin
Derek Wu, Franklin
https://hockomocksports.com/2017-hockomock-league-girls-tennis-all-stars/
https://hockomocksports.com/2017-hockomock-league-boys-tennis-all-stars/
https://hockomocksports.com/ |
FHS and Beaver St turf fields to be replaced beginning June 19
From a Facebook posting by the Recreation Dept:
This action has been expected. It was discussed last year on the type of turf infill material to be used. It was agreed to use a different type than the crumb rubber that has been the cause of controversy. The money had been put aside for several years to help pay for the field replacements and finally voted for early this year.
Finance Committee - Budget Hearing in April 2017
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2017/04/live-reporting-finance-committee-budget.html
Town Council hears proposal to replace fields Dec 6, 2016
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/mai/files/turf_fields.pdf
Finance Committee - Agenda for Dec 5, 2016
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2016/12/finance-committee-agenda-dec-6-2016.html
Medway Board of Health considers moratorium on crumb rubber March 2016
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2016/03/in-news-medway-boh-considering.html
Fields of danger - October 2015
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2015/10/fields-of-danger-video.html
"Starting Monday, June 19, both turf fields, (FHS Pisini turf field and Beaver Pond Turf field) will be off-line and closed while renovations begin. FHS is expected to return to normal use on August 16 and Beaver Pond expected to open on September 1."
This action has been expected. It was discussed last year on the type of turf infill material to be used. It was agreed to use a different type than the crumb rubber that has been the cause of controversy. The money had been put aside for several years to help pay for the field replacements and finally voted for early this year.
new artificial turf field at the high school is made with crumb rubber fill |
Finance Committee - Budget Hearing in April 2017
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2017/04/live-reporting-finance-committee-budget.html
Town Council hears proposal to replace fields Dec 6, 2016
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/mai/files/turf_fields.pdf
Finance Committee - Agenda for Dec 5, 2016
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2016/12/finance-committee-agenda-dec-6-2016.html
Medway Board of Health considers moratorium on crumb rubber March 2016
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2016/03/in-news-medway-boh-considering.html
Fields of danger - October 2015
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2015/10/fields-of-danger-video.html
Flag Day Ceremony - Saturday, June 17
All are welcome to join the #FranklinElks as we commemorate the adoption of the flag of the United States, which happened on June 14, 1777, by resolution of the Second Continental Congress.
A concert will follow by the Blackstone Valley Community Concert Band! It's a great time. Hope to see you there!
#ElksInAction #MassStateElks
On the Franklin Town Common beginning at 1:00 PM
From the Elks Facebook Flag Day event
https://www.facebook.com/events/480078912323873/
A concert will follow by the Blackstone Valley Community Concert Band! It's a great time. Hope to see you there!
#ElksInAction #MassStateElks
On the Franklin Town Common beginning at 1:00 PM
From the Elks Facebook Flag Day event
https://www.facebook.com/events/480078912323873/
Franklin Library: Summer Reading Book Tote Decorating - June 16
Summer Reading Book Tote Decorating, Friday, June 16, 3:30 p.m.
Shared from the Franklin Library webpage
http://franklinpl.blogspot.com/2017/06/summer-reading-book-tote-decorating.html
Franklin Library: Summer Reading Book Tote Decorating - June 16 |
http://franklinpl.blogspot.com/2017/06/summer-reading-book-tote-decorating.html
Wednesday, June 14, 2017
Franklin Public Schools: Letter to Franklin Families and Faculty
Dear Franklin Families and Faculty:
We are deeply saddened to inform you that over the past week, graffiti depicting swastikas has been discovered on a playground at one of our schools (Remington/Jefferson) and in the entryway of another school (Keller/Sullivan). Following the discovery of these hateful symbols, we started our own independent investigations to determine who is responsible for these terrible acts. We also contacted the Franklin Police Department and we are fully cooperating with the police and their investigation.
We find this graffiti to be extremely disturbing, disrespectful and inconsistent with the diverse and inclusive community that makes up the Franklin Public Schools. If our investigation concludes that a school member is responsible for these acts, we will impose disciplinary consequences consistent with our student code of conduct and take other remedial measures to restore a sense of security and support for all. If the police determine which individual(s) perpetrated these behaviors there could be significant legal consequences as well.
We will continue to be vigilant in order to protect our school community with the safety and security measures that are in place continually. We will also work to remedy the negative impact of these events by working with local community partners and using our school resources to respond at both a school level and a community level.
Please know that the Franklin Public Schools is no place for hate, bias or for the disregard of the civil rights of all individuals. We work tirelessly to teach tolerance at school and will reinforce our core values in the days, weeks and years ahead. As this is a wider community issue, we are asking for your help and support to change attitudes and eliminate hateful speech and senseless depictions of symbols that hurt individuals and groups. Words and actions matter and we need to reinforce the values of tolerance and respect across all of Franklin.
If you have any information to share regarding the graffiti, please contact the Franklin Police Department at 508- 528-1212 and/or the Superintendent's Office at 508 -553-4819. If your child needs support to address these events, please contact your child's guidance counselor or an administrator at your child's school.
As we are deeply concerned about these hateful and disrespectful actions, the Franklin Public Schools has engaged with the Anti-Defamation League to establish a process for training students, faculty and administration in confronting bias in school and in the community. Teams from our three middle schools will engage in training this summer. Additionally this program will enable the training of our students to become peer leaders and trainers skilled in running anti-bias programs for other students and parents. There are plans for FHS to commit to this program as well. We anticipate this program will be impactful on all stakeholders and will propel positive change in our schools and community. You can expect to hear more about this initiative in the fall.
Thank you for supporting our school community and for your assistance in facing this issue.
Maureen Sabolinski, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
We are deeply saddened to inform you that over the past week, graffiti depicting swastikas has been discovered on a playground at one of our schools (Remington/Jefferson) and in the entryway of another school (Keller/Sullivan). Following the discovery of these hateful symbols, we started our own independent investigations to determine who is responsible for these terrible acts. We also contacted the Franklin Police Department and we are fully cooperating with the police and their investigation.
Jefferson playground |
We find this graffiti to be extremely disturbing, disrespectful and inconsistent with the diverse and inclusive community that makes up the Franklin Public Schools. If our investigation concludes that a school member is responsible for these acts, we will impose disciplinary consequences consistent with our student code of conduct and take other remedial measures to restore a sense of security and support for all. If the police determine which individual(s) perpetrated these behaviors there could be significant legal consequences as well.
We will continue to be vigilant in order to protect our school community with the safety and security measures that are in place continually. We will also work to remedy the negative impact of these events by working with local community partners and using our school resources to respond at both a school level and a community level.
Please know that the Franklin Public Schools is no place for hate, bias or for the disregard of the civil rights of all individuals. We work tirelessly to teach tolerance at school and will reinforce our core values in the days, weeks and years ahead. As this is a wider community issue, we are asking for your help and support to change attitudes and eliminate hateful speech and senseless depictions of symbols that hurt individuals and groups. Words and actions matter and we need to reinforce the values of tolerance and respect across all of Franklin.
Keller Sullivan school sign |
If you have any information to share regarding the graffiti, please contact the Franklin Police Department at 508- 528-1212 and/or the Superintendent's Office at 508 -553-4819. If your child needs support to address these events, please contact your child's guidance counselor or an administrator at your child's school.
As we are deeply concerned about these hateful and disrespectful actions, the Franklin Public Schools has engaged with the Anti-Defamation League to establish a process for training students, faculty and administration in confronting bias in school and in the community. Teams from our three middle schools will engage in training this summer. Additionally this program will enable the training of our students to become peer leaders and trainers skilled in running anti-bias programs for other students and parents. There are plans for FHS to commit to this program as well. We anticipate this program will be impactful on all stakeholders and will propel positive change in our schools and community. You can expect to hear more about this initiative in the fall.
Thank you for supporting our school community and for your assistance in facing this issue.
Maureen Sabolinski, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
Franklin Police Officers Complete Advanced Training
Sergeant William Brigham, evening patrol division shift supervisor, recently completed an intensive two week first line supervisor training at Roger Williams University in Rhode Island. The First Line Supervisor Course provided sworn public safety professionals with contemporary, relevant concepts of leadership and management appropriate to the role responsibilities of first line supervisors in a modern criminal justice agency.
Sergeant Brigham examined topics including: Myers-Briggs Type Indicator; Leadership Principles; Interpersonal Communication; Discipline, Conflict Management and Performance Appraisals; Problem Solving and Community Engagement; Situational & Crisis Applied Leadership; Legal Updates and Liability; and Fair and Impartial Policing for Supervisors. The program was presented by experienced academics and law enforcement practitioners.
Patrol Officers David Gove, and Conor Ashe recently completed the eighty (80) hour Police Motorcycle Officer Training Course at the South Weymouth Naval Air Station. This course was presented by instructors from Northwestern University, and taught officers in the tactics and skills needed for emergency and patrol police motorcycle operators.
This course is a grueling test of the operator’s abilities, and teaches evasive maneuvering, high speed braking, escape, and avoidance exercises. Both officers will now be out on patrol on the two motorcycles in the Franklin Police Department’s fleet.
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/2017_media_release_bringham_ashe_gove_2.pdf
Sergeant William Brigham |
Sergeant Brigham examined topics including: Myers-Briggs Type Indicator; Leadership Principles; Interpersonal Communication; Discipline, Conflict Management and Performance Appraisals; Problem Solving and Community Engagement; Situational & Crisis Applied Leadership; Legal Updates and Liability; and Fair and Impartial Policing for Supervisors. The program was presented by experienced academics and law enforcement practitioners.
Patrol Officers David Gove, and Conor Ashe recently completed the eighty (80) hour Police Motorcycle Officer Training Course at the South Weymouth Naval Air Station. This course was presented by instructors from Northwestern University, and taught officers in the tactics and skills needed for emergency and patrol police motorcycle operators.
This course is a grueling test of the operator’s abilities, and teaches evasive maneuvering, high speed braking, escape, and avoidance exercises. Both officers will now be out on patrol on the two motorcycles in the Franklin Police Department’s fleet.
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/2017_media_release_bringham_ashe_gove_2.pdf
FHS representatives on girls and boys lacrosse Hockomock League all stars
Below are the official 2017 Hockomock League Girls and Boys Lacrosse All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league and published by Hockomock Sports .Com.
HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS
HONORABLE MENTIONS
Dan MacDonald, North Attleboro
HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS
HONORABLE MENTIONS
https://hockomocksports.com/2017-hockomock-league-girls-lacrosse-all-stars/
https://hockomocksports.com/2017-hockomock-league-boys-lacrosse-all-stars/
Girls = HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP
Sophia DiCenso, FoxboroHOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS
- Gianna Cameron, Franklin
- Caroline Lounsbury, Franklin
- Grace MacCallum, Franklin
- Annie Walsh, Franklin
- Erin Walsh, Franklin
HONORABLE MENTIONS
- Grace McDermott, Franklin
Boys = HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP
Dan MacDonald, North AttleboroHOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS
- Wyatt Arsenault, Franklin
- Jacob Alexander, Franklin
- Eric Civetti, Franklin
- Pat Morrison, Franklin
- Connor O’Rourke, Franklin
- Packie Watson, Franklin
HONORABLE MENTIONS
- Sam Arsenault, Franklin
https://hockomocksports.com/2017-hockomock-league-girls-lacrosse-all-stars/
https://hockomocksports.com/2017-hockomock-league-boys-lacrosse-all-stars/
https://hockomocksports.com/ |
MassBudget: MA ranks #2 in child well-being, Federal cuts threaten gains
Corrected links to new fact sheets
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Franklin TV Annual Open Meeting - Thursday, June 15
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“She’s accomplished a lot”
"With her retirement nearing, Superintendent Maureen Sabolinski looked back Tuesday on her time within the school district.
Sabolinski, who is stepping down at the end of the school year, has served as superintendent for the past eight years, though she has been with the district for nearly a decade longer - she was assistant superintendent for four years, and worked in the special education department for four years before that.
“I’ve had an incredible career here, and I think it’s time to move on,” she said. “I’ve accomplished the goals I’ve set for myself, and felt it was a good time for a transition.”
The new Franklin High School, which opened in 2014, was among the milestones of Sabolinski’s tenure. She said she was proud of the efforts that led to the project’s fruition."Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170613/franklin-superintendent-looks-back
Senator Karen Spilka, Representative Jeff Roy recognizing Supt Maureen Sabolinski at the School Committee meeting on Tuesday, June 13 |
Tuesday, June 13, 2017
Live reporting: Information Matters to Closing
4. Information Matters
Superintendent’s Report
reiterate Chair O'Malley's comments on graduation week
the all night party did well, thanks to all the parents and volunteers for
FHS girls lacrosse got to the D1 semifinals
FHS girls 4x800 track relay team took 3rd place in New England Championships
some hateful drawings found at two of our school complexes
letter sent to community today (will be shared here later)
this is not just a FPS problem but a community problem
can not be tolerated
will not let this message be seen as it is okay, there is no place for hate here
looking to be proactive, collaborate with groups for training and awareness
School Committee Sub-Committee Reports
- a. Policy Sub Committee – Ms. Scofield
met last Tuesday evening on home work policy
all grade levels represented, good group participation
250 responses from parents from survey
meeting Tuesday, June 20, Dr Ahern to join to provide input
staff survey with 20 responses with 4 provided as well at a feedback session
comments ran gamut from no homework, no way; to my kid needs more homework
also included a review of policies of other districts
- b. Community Relations Sub Committee – Ms.Schultz
last coffee at Senior Center for this school year
newsletter in August, and new schedule for coffee hours in newsletter
School Committee Liaison Reports
O'Malley - out reach to Senior Center, to keep them informed
discussions with students at FHS with the seniors, 20 students at a time
schools are much more than 3 R's
5. New Business
To discuss future business that may be brought before the School Committee.
6. Motion to Adjourn
– Dr. O’Malley
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