FRIDAY 12/15/17
11am-1pm Holiday Party and Holiday Sweater Contest @ Senior Center
11:30am Mommy and Me Fitness (ages 3-8) @ Fairmount Fruit Farm
2-3pm Tech Help with HMMS Students @ Senior Center
SATURDAY 12/16/17
10-1pm Franklin Historical Museum Open
10am-1pm Visit with Santa! @ Franklin Police Department
10-11:30am The Drummer’s Studio Guitar and Bass Holiday Show (please RSVP) @ The Drummer’s Studio
10:30am Pancakes and Pajamas Party @ Franklin Public Library
11am-1pm Crafts with Santa’s Elves! @ My Little Sunshine Boutique
1-4pm Craft and Wrap for Teens @ Franklin Public Library
4pm Om for the Holidays @ Tranquil Souls Yoga
5-8pm Sneak Peek Party at Dress Code Boutique @ 58 East Central St.
6-8pm Holiday Party for Customers and Friends @ Clarion Farm
8pm Americana Songstress Kate From @ The Black Box
SUNDAY 12/17/17
7:30-10:30am Sunday Breakfast @ Franklin Rod and Gun Club
12pm Holiday Jazz Brunch @ The Black Box
1-4pm Franklin Historical Museum Open
1-4pm Intentions of the Heart Mediation Workshop @ Tranquil Souls Yoga
4:45pm Free Christmas Concert and Dinner @ Medway Community Church
6-7:30pm FYHA’s 2017 Santa Skate (benefits Franklin Food Pantry) @ Pirelli Veterans Arena
MONDAY 12/18/17
10am Silvertones and Friends Holiday Singalong @ Senior Center
10am Storytime (all ages) @ Fairmount Fruit Farm
10:30am Move Along (ages 0-5) @ Franklin Public Library
11am Toddler Playgroup @ Franklin Public Library
3pm Monday Crafternoons @ Franklin Public Library
7pm Learn to Cope Franklin Chapter Meeting @ FUSF
TUESDAY 12/19/17
10:30am Get Ready for Kindergarten (ages 3-5) @ Franklin Public Library
11:15am Toddler Playgroup @ Franklin Public Library
6:30pm Wine Glass Painting (ages 13+) @ Fairmount Fruit Farm
WEDNESDAY 12/20/17
10am Animal Tales (for ages 2.5-5) @ Fairmount Fruit Farm
10-11am Sen. Richard Ross holds Office Hours @ Senior Center
10am Christmas Cookies and Wii Bit of Fun @ Senior Center
10:30am-12pm International Holiday Buffet @ Gerry’s Place, Tri-County HS
10:30am Terrific Toddlers (ages 18months to 3 years old) @ Franklin Public Library
11am Toddler Playgroup @ Franklin Public Library
4-6pm Construction Junction @ Franklin Public Library
5-6pm Book Bites for Tweens @ Franklin Public Library
6:30pm Fall Sports Awards Night (friends and family welcome) @ Tri-County HS
6:30pm Christian Zen Weekly Meditation @ McMahon Guest House (1061 Upper Union Street)
7pm FHS Drama: 451 Fahrenheit @ Franklin High School
THURSDAY 12/21/17
9:30am Baby Tummy Time (pre-walkers, ages 0-18 months) @ Franklin Public Library
10:30am Story and Craft (ages 3 to 6) @ Franklin Public Library
11:15am Toddler Playgroup @ Franklin Public Library
3pm Lego Robotics Club (registration required) @ Franklin Public Library
7pm FHS Drama: 451 Fahrenheit @ Franklin High School
7pm Healing Hearts Community Support Group @ Franklin YMCA
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Friday, December 15, 2017
Franklin Education Foundation Announces the 2017-2018 Grant Awardees
The Franklin Education Foundation (FEF) has awarded 14 grants totaling $28,310 for the 2017-2018 school year to teachers in the Franklin Public School (FPS) system. A committee composed of FEF representatives and FPS staff read all proposals through a blind review process and selected the recipients.
“Consideration was given to need, innovation, impact, and integration with other school programs when selecting applications for funding. These 14 grants will provide needed funding for innovative programs at the Early Childhood Development Center, elementary, middle and high schools”, stated Kit Brady, Ph.D., Chair of the FEF Grant Review Committee.
This year’s recipients at the Early Childhood Development Center are: Kelty Kelley, Parent/guardian lending library update; and Christine Duggan, Student engagement/learning activities on the playground.
At the elementary school level, recipients (lead applicant listed first) are: District-wide - Mary MacMurray, Jamie Barrett, Allison Fuller, and Brian Gustafson, 5th grade elementary ukulele program (Year 2); Jefferson Elementary School – Victoria Saldana, Greg Tang family math night kits.
At the middle school level are: Remington Middle School – Ingrid Ahlberg and Suzanne Roma, Program to update and reorganize the middle school book room (Year 2); Amanda Christopoulos and Kyle Duguay, Improving students’ cardiovascular endurance via rowing machines; Tulani Husband-Verbeek, Book club with author visits (Year 3); Jane Pichette and Jeff Chaffee, Interdisciplinary program to create a mosaic art installation (Year 2); and Dan Chase and Susan Richards, Video production studio; Annie Sullivan Middle School - Carol Allen and Daniel Kelley, Astronomy Club.
At Franklin High School are: Ron DiBona, 40% Club (aka the FHS Happiness Club); Carolann Tebbetts, Panthers' pride painting project; Patricia London and John Menard, Enhance the summer reading program via New York Times bestseller access; and Patricia London, Karen Alves (Franklin Senior Center), Caleigh Ross (Franklin Public Library), Intergenerational (FHS and Franklin Senior Center) book group with author visit via Skype.
Since its inception in 1997, the FEF has awarded over $375,000 in grants to FPS. Yearly fundraisers such as November’s Harlem Wizards basketball game, the annual Trivia Bee, as well as an annual fund campaign, provide much appreciated support from businesses, families, and organizations for the FEF grants.
To see a list of programs the FEF has funded over the years, visit www.franklined.org. Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/franklined.org/) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/FranklinEdOrg).
The Franklin Education Foundation is a 501c3 non-profit organization. All gifts are fully tax deductible. New members are always welcome – see our web site for an application or email: franklined.org@gmail.com.
“Consideration was given to need, innovation, impact, and integration with other school programs when selecting applications for funding. These 14 grants will provide needed funding for innovative programs at the Early Childhood Development Center, elementary, middle and high schools”, stated Kit Brady, Ph.D., Chair of the FEF Grant Review Committee.
This year’s recipients at the Early Childhood Development Center are: Kelty Kelley, Parent/guardian lending library update; and Christine Duggan, Student engagement/learning activities on the playground.
At the elementary school level, recipients (lead applicant listed first) are: District-wide - Mary MacMurray, Jamie Barrett, Allison Fuller, and Brian Gustafson, 5th grade elementary ukulele program (Year 2); Jefferson Elementary School – Victoria Saldana, Greg Tang family math night kits.
At the middle school level are: Remington Middle School – Ingrid Ahlberg and Suzanne Roma, Program to update and reorganize the middle school book room (Year 2); Amanda Christopoulos and Kyle Duguay, Improving students’ cardiovascular endurance via rowing machines; Tulani Husband-Verbeek, Book club with author visits (Year 3); Jane Pichette and Jeff Chaffee, Interdisciplinary program to create a mosaic art installation (Year 2); and Dan Chase and Susan Richards, Video production studio; Annie Sullivan Middle School - Carol Allen and Daniel Kelley, Astronomy Club.
FEF Announces the 2017-2018 Grant Awardees |
At Franklin High School are: Ron DiBona, 40% Club (aka the FHS Happiness Club); Carolann Tebbetts, Panthers' pride painting project; Patricia London and John Menard, Enhance the summer reading program via New York Times bestseller access; and Patricia London, Karen Alves (Franklin Senior Center), Caleigh Ross (Franklin Public Library), Intergenerational (FHS and Franklin Senior Center) book group with author visit via Skype.
Since its inception in 1997, the FEF has awarded over $375,000 in grants to FPS. Yearly fundraisers such as November’s Harlem Wizards basketball game, the annual Trivia Bee, as well as an annual fund campaign, provide much appreciated support from businesses, families, and organizations for the FEF grants.
To see a list of programs the FEF has funded over the years, visit www.franklined.org. Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/franklined.org/) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/FranklinEdOrg).
The Franklin Education Foundation is a 501c3 non-profit organization. All gifts are fully tax deductible. New members are always welcome – see our web site for an application or email: franklined.org@gmail.com.
FHS Noviello, Leonard, Driscoll recognized for Hockomock Football Awards
HockomockSports has published the 2017 Hockomock League Football Awards. The FHS student athletes selected are shown here. Links to the complete listing are also provided.
HOCKOMOCKSPORTS.COM HOCK 5 QUARTERBACKS
Jake Noviello – Franklin – Senior
Franklin senior quarterback Jake Noviello put together a strong senior season, leading the Hockomock League in touchdown passes this fall. Noviello, who has one of the strongest arms in the league, completed 171-of-342 passes for 2,173 yards (more than 250 yards per game in the league) and 18 touchdowns for the Panthers. He also ran for a pair of scores and converted a pair of two-point conversions. Franklin coach Eian Bain said of Noviello, who is committed to Fairfield University for baseball, “We put the entire offense in his control, from pass protection to audibles at the line of scrimmage. Jake has the physical tools to make every throw.”
HOCKOMOCKSPORTS.COM HOCK 5 WIDE RECEIVERS/TIGHT ENDS
Sean Leonard – Franklin – Junior
Franklin junior Sean Leonard emerged as Jake Noviello’s favorite target and a big-play receiver in the Panthers downfield passing attack in his second year as a starter. Leonard led the Hockomock League with eight touchdown receptions. He finished with 36 catches for 561 yards this season and also added a two-point conversion. Franklin coach Eian Bain is excited about Leonard’s potential for next season. Bain said, “He makes defenses have to account for the middle of the field, plays multiple spots, is deceptively fast, and it a tenacious blocker. He became Jake’s favorite target in any tight spot, and made many memorable catches.”
HOCKOMOCKSPORTS.COM HOCK 5 DEFENSIVE BACKS
Ryan Driscoll – Franklin – Junior
Franklin junior defensive back Ryan Driscoll built on a strong sophomore campaign to become one of the top cover guys in the Hockomock League, while also chipping in at wide receiver as well. Driscoll had an injury-shortened season but still made 35 tackles (two for loss), broke up four passes, and had one interception. He also caught 23 passes for 539 yards and four touchdowns. Franklin coach Eian Bain said of Driscoll, “The most explosive athlete on our team, Ryan usually drew the assignment of covering the opponents best receiver. Ryan also was one of our leading tacklers before injury cut short his 2017 season.”
For the complete listing of football awards, view this link
https://hockomocksports.com/awards/football/2017-2/
HOCKOMOCKSPORTS.COM HOCK 5 QUARTERBACKS
Jake Noviello – Franklin – Senior
Franklin senior quarterback Jake Noviello put together a strong senior season, leading the Hockomock League in touchdown passes this fall. Noviello, who has one of the strongest arms in the league, completed 171-of-342 passes for 2,173 yards (more than 250 yards per game in the league) and 18 touchdowns for the Panthers. He also ran for a pair of scores and converted a pair of two-point conversions. Franklin coach Eian Bain said of Noviello, who is committed to Fairfield University for baseball, “We put the entire offense in his control, from pass protection to audibles at the line of scrimmage. Jake has the physical tools to make every throw.”
HOCKOMOCKSPORTS.COM HOCK 5 WIDE RECEIVERS/TIGHT ENDS
Sean Leonard – Franklin – Junior
Franklin junior Sean Leonard emerged as Jake Noviello’s favorite target and a big-play receiver in the Panthers downfield passing attack in his second year as a starter. Leonard led the Hockomock League with eight touchdown receptions. He finished with 36 catches for 561 yards this season and also added a two-point conversion. Franklin coach Eian Bain is excited about Leonard’s potential for next season. Bain said, “He makes defenses have to account for the middle of the field, plays multiple spots, is deceptively fast, and it a tenacious blocker. He became Jake’s favorite target in any tight spot, and made many memorable catches.”
HOCKOMOCKSPORTS.COM HOCK 5 DEFENSIVE BACKS
Ryan Driscoll – Franklin – Junior
Franklin junior defensive back Ryan Driscoll built on a strong sophomore campaign to become one of the top cover guys in the Hockomock League, while also chipping in at wide receiver as well. Driscoll had an injury-shortened season but still made 35 tackles (two for loss), broke up four passes, and had one interception. He also caught 23 passes for 539 yards and four touchdowns. Franklin coach Eian Bain said of Driscoll, “The most explosive athlete on our team, Ryan usually drew the assignment of covering the opponents best receiver. Ryan also was one of our leading tacklers before injury cut short his 2017 season.”
For the complete listing of football awards, view this link
https://hockomocksports.com/awards/football/2017-2/
FHS Panthers |
Can we get more responses to the Election Survey? Please
We currently have just over 170 responses to the survey. Can we get more to respond please? Would like to especially hear from more who did not vote.
An open survey for the voters and residents of Franklin, MA to provide feedback on the recent Biennial Election. The voter 17% turnout was less than average. The information gathered here will hopefully improve the turnout for future elections.
The survey is meant gather the information anonymously. However, if you would be willing to provide more in depth responses, there is an option to leave your contact information at the end of the survey.
This survey is being conducted by Steve Sherlock, Community Information Director (volunteer) for Franklin Matters. The information gathered by the survey will be shared and used as applicable to guide future informational sharing efforts.
Can we get more responses to the Election Survey? Please |
- Tally shown in the chart below is as of 5:30 AM Friday, Dec 15, 2017
FHS O'Rielly, Paterson selected as Hockomock hockey players to watch
HockomockSports has published their 2017-2018 hockey players to watch. The Franklin summary is shared here. The links for the complete Hockomock listing is provided below.
BRENDAN O’RIELLY, SENIOR – FRANKLIN
Franklin senior forward Brendan O’Rielly will be hoping to lead the Panthers on a run similar to his sophomore season when they won the Div. 1 state title. O’Rielly was the team’s leading scorer last year with a team-best 20 goals plus 11 assists for 31 points. He will spearhead an experience group of forwards and will use his strong skating, good stick-handling, and accurate shooting to help Franklin make another run at a Kelley-Rex division title. As a three-year varsity player, O’Rielly has continued to develop throughout his career and has the potential to be one of the league’s leading scorers again this winter.
REGAN PATERSON, JUNIOR – FRANKLIN
Franklin junior Regan Paterson will be one of the primary attackers for Franklin, as the Panthers compete for the first ever Hockomock League title and book a return to the state tournament. Paterson score 11 goals and had five assists as a sophomore and is coming off a strong fall for the Franklin field hockey program. Her experience will be counted on to lead a young Panthers roster this winter.
For the complete listing of the Hockomock League hockey players to watch
https://hockomocksports.com/hockomock-hockey-players-to-watch-2017-2018/
Boys Hockey
BRENDAN O’RIELLY, SENIOR – FRANKLIN
Franklin senior forward Brendan O’Rielly will be hoping to lead the Panthers on a run similar to his sophomore season when they won the Div. 1 state title. O’Rielly was the team’s leading scorer last year with a team-best 20 goals plus 11 assists for 31 points. He will spearhead an experience group of forwards and will use his strong skating, good stick-handling, and accurate shooting to help Franklin make another run at a Kelley-Rex division title. As a three-year varsity player, O’Rielly has continued to develop throughout his career and has the potential to be one of the league’s leading scorers again this winter.
Girls Hockey
REGAN PATERSON, JUNIOR – FRANKLIN
Franklin junior Regan Paterson will be one of the primary attackers for Franklin, as the Panthers compete for the first ever Hockomock League title and book a return to the state tournament. Paterson score 11 goals and had five assists as a sophomore and is coming off a strong fall for the Franklin field hockey program. Her experience will be counted on to lead a young Panthers roster this winter.
For the complete listing of the Hockomock League hockey players to watch
https://hockomocksports.com/hockomock-hockey-players-to-watch-2017-2018/
Franklin senior forward Brendan O’Rielly will be one of the players to watch as the Hockomock League hockey season kicks off. (Josh Perry/HockomockSports.com) |
In the News: Cannabis Control Commission; Bellingham bomb investigation continues
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
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http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20171214/special-event-licenses-home-delivery-marijuana-restrictions-debated
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http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20171214/bellingham-instructors-home-raided-by-atf
"The first day of policy debate among state marijuana regulators indicated that the Cannabis Control Commission is working towards industry regulations that would give consumers more options for how they obtain marijuana and where they will be able to use it.
The commission on Monday worked through policies dealing with home delivery of marijuana products and social consumption of marijuana, among others. The policies, some of which were agreed to Monday, will be enshrined into draft regulations for the newly legal industry, which the CCC plans to put on file with the state by the end of the month.
The commission spent about an hour Monday discussing how to address social consumption, essentially allowing adults to buy and use marijuana at the same location much like purchasing alcohol at a bar or a cigar at a cigar bar, an idea that the CCC’s advisory board suggested could reduce the risk of children getting a hold of the drug and may limit how much legal marijuana is illegally transported out of state by tourists."
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http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20171214/special-event-licenses-home-delivery-marijuana-restrictions-debated
"Federal agents raided the Rhode Island home of a 62-year-old Bellingham High School science teacher earlier this week as part of the ongoing investigation into a pipe bomb that exploded outside the principal’s home in Blackstone last month.
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) confirmed that a search warrant was executed on Tuesday morning in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, in relation to the pipe bombing. City records list the owner of 22 Carey Court as Susan Seery.
Bellingham School Superintendent Peter Marano confirmed that Seery has been under paid administrative leave since Nov. 15, two days before the pipe bomb incident. Marano released a statement on Thursday night saying they could not comment on the ongoing investigation.
According to Seery’s son, Michael McNamara, agents kicked in the door of the house at 6 a.m. despite agreeing to a search days prior."
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http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20171214/bellingham-instructors-home-raided-by-atf
Thursday, December 14, 2017
Real time Reporting: Town Council - Dec 13, 2017
I had another business meeting Wednesday evening so I used Twitter to post my notes for the portion of the meeting that I was able to watch (until 8:00 PM)
The official Actions Taken doc published by the Town of Franklin can be found here
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/uploads/town_council_actions_taken_for_december_13_2017.pdf
Tune into the Franklin Town Council meeting on your laptop/desktop/mobile device - use this link "Live Meetings and Stream | Town of Franklin MA" - https://t.co/6gLS4nxGLc or try the local cable broadcast on Verizon or Comcast #FM-TC1213— Steve Sherlock (@FranklinMatters) December 14, 2017
Remote reporting on the Town Council meeting this evening #fm-tc1213 pic.twitter.com/Y1QTwdx6tI— Steve Sherlock (@FranklinMatters) December 14, 2017
Honoring Public Safety - Teerith Pasricha, Audrey DiMella |
Honoring Public Safety - Teerith Pasricha, Audrey DiMella - p2 |
1. Resolution 17-74: Acceptance of Gift - Council on Aging https://t.co/INOuGFjwZO— Steve Sherlock (@FranklinMatters) December 14, 2017
passed unanimously via roll call (Earls participating remotely) pic.twitter.com/EBqIzJrf1k
2. Resolution 17-75: Acceptance of Gift - Franklin Veterans Memorial Path Account https://t.co/TYhKJhUKRZ passed unanimously via roll call pic.twitter.com/MGclvruIqH— Steve Sherlock (@FranklinMatters) December 14, 2017
“G. License Transactions - 2018 Annual Alcoholic Beverages License Renewals” https://t.co/HrrqKgshAH passed unanimously via roll call pic.twitter.com/516YqsVNSA— Steve Sherlock (@FranklinMatters) December 14, 2017
Senior Center presentation to the Town Council, very busy place, interesting stats - https://t.co/EMlu3uJBJt #fm-tc1213— Steve Sherlock (@FranklinMatters) December 14, 2017
“3. Resolution 17-76: Acceptance of Gift - Franklin Veterans Memorial Path Account” https://t.co/0Jt63E3KlW passed unanimously via roll call pic.twitter.com/mZm0PPLSAj— Steve Sherlock (@FranklinMatters) December 14, 2017
“4. Resolution 17-77: Legal Notices” https://t.co/0b5Oafveem passed unanimously via roll call pic.twitter.com/SsVN39RQ73— Steve Sherlock (@FranklinMatters) December 14, 2017
The official Actions Taken doc published by the Town of Franklin can be found here
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/uploads/town_council_actions_taken_for_december_13_2017.pdf
Tri-County Student Receives M.A.S.S. Certificate of Academic Excellence
Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School senior, Jeffrey Blenkhorn, has been chosen as this year's recipient of the Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents (M.A.S.S.) Certificate of Academic Excellence. The certificate is awarded each year to a student of excellent academic standing who has made significant contributions to the Tri-County community.
With an academic schedule that includes Advanced Placement Physics, Calculus, and Literature and Composition, Jeff currently maintains a 4.48 GPA. The Engineering Technology student has acquired several certifications including Certified Solidworks Associate, MACWIC Level 1 and Level 2 Manufacturing, AutoCAD Certified User, Revit Certified User and 10 Hour OSHA Card. Jeff has also received the Tri-County Perfect Attendance Award, having had perfect attendance during his high school years.
"Each year, it is always difficult to select only one student, given how many deserving candidates we have here at Tri-County," said Stephen Dockray, Superintendent. "Jeff has not only excelled academically, but has participated in many extracurricular activities during his four years at Tri-County including SkillsUSA, NASA HUNCH and is a member of the National Honor Society."
A Medway resident, Jeff is involved in Boy Scouts of America where he is pursuing the rank of Eagle Scout. Jeff also works part-time for Roche Bros as a cashier. Through his rigorous schedule, Jeff has developed and honed his time management skills.
Jeff plans to pursue a mechanical engineering degree in college.
Tri-County RVTHS student, Jeffrey Blenkhorn and Stephen Dockray, Superintendent |
"Each year, it is always difficult to select only one student, given how many deserving candidates we have here at Tri-County," said Stephen Dockray, Superintendent. "Jeff has not only excelled academically, but has participated in many extracurricular activities during his four years at Tri-County including SkillsUSA, NASA HUNCH and is a member of the National Honor Society."
A Medway resident, Jeff is involved in Boy Scouts of America where he is pursuing the rank of Eagle Scout. Jeff also works part-time for Roche Bros as a cashier. Through his rigorous schedule, Jeff has developed and honed his time management skills.
Jeff plans to pursue a mechanical engineering degree in college.
Tri-County RVTHS, located at 147 Pond Street in Franklin, is a recipient of the High Schools That Work Gold Achievement Award and serves the communities of Franklin, Medfield, Medway, Millis, Norfolk, North Attleborough, Plainville, Seekonk, Sherborn, Walpole, and Wrentham.
FHS boys hockey open with win at St Mary's, wrestling wins at Sharon
Via HockomockSports and Twitter we share the results of the FHS boys hockey and wrestling results from Tuesday, Dec 12, 2017
Boys Hockey = Franklin, 4 @ Saint Mary’s, 3 – Final
– Franklin rallied from a 2-1 deficit with three goals in the final period to pick up a win over the defending D1 State Champions. Senior Luke Downie scored the tying goal to make it 2-2 shortly before Zac Falvey gave the Panthers a 3-2 lead. Matt Holmes tipped in a shot from Connor Norton with four minutes to play for the game-winner. Brendan O’Rielly had a first-period goal for Franklin.
Wrestling = Franklin, 68 @ Sharon, 3 – Final
For all the results around the Hockomock League on Tuesday
https://hockomocksports.com/wednesdays-schedule-scoreboard-12-13-17/
https://twitter.com/FranklinMatters/lists/fhs-sports
Boys Hockey = Franklin, 4 @ Saint Mary’s, 3 – Final
– Franklin rallied from a 2-1 deficit with three goals in the final period to pick up a win over the defending D1 State Champions. Senior Luke Downie scored the tying goal to make it 2-2 shortly before Zac Falvey gave the Panthers a 3-2 lead. Matt Holmes tipped in a shot from Connor Norton with four minutes to play for the game-winner. Brendan O’Rielly had a first-period goal for Franklin.
Wrestling = Franklin, 68 @ Sharon, 3 – Final
For all the results around the Hockomock League on Tuesday
https://hockomocksports.com/wednesdays-schedule-scoreboard-12-13-17/
Preparing for the wrestling home opener with Franklin at SHS tonight @SHS_Eagles @HockomockSports |
Via the Twitterverse
You can follow all the sports results for the FHS related Twitter accounts with this listinghttps://twitter.com/FranklinMatters/lists/fhs-sports
Solid 68-3 win in the season opener at Sharon. Pins from the Carlucci brothers, Sauer, Bakalars, Cogavin, Nawn, Smith, Johnson, and Coughlin— Franklin Wrestling (@FHSWrestle) December 14, 2017
Hardhat to Miller after a 4-3 win pic.twitter.com/h2mFhJF26I— Franklin Hockey (@FHS_Puck) December 14, 2017
Franklin takes the Varsity Wrestling match tonight at Sharon, 68-3. Great opener for all @HockomockSports @SHS_Eagles— Athletic Department (@SHSEagleAD) December 14, 2017
Franklin starts the season with a hard fought win over St Mary’s of Lynn 4-3. Hard hat to Miller goals by ORielly, Downie, Falvey and Holmes @FHSSports @HockomockSports @In_The_Slot @MyHockeyLive @MassHSHockey @MetroWestSports— Coach Spillane (@FHS_PuckCoach) December 14, 2017
Preparing for the wrestling home opener with Franklin at SHS tonight @SHS_Eagles @HockomockSports pic.twitter.com/qgM1UyT2lt— Athletic Department (@SHSEagleAD) December 13, 2017
Student athlete leaders represent Franklin today in the Opioid Conference!! pic.twitter.com/Y7tyVRbsnK— Rattle City ™ (@RattleCity) December 13, 2017
FHS McGrath, Maguire, Marino recognized for Hockomock Volleyball Awards
HockomockSports has published the 2017 Hockomock League Volleyball Awards. The FHS student athletes selected are shown here. Links to the complete listing are also provided.
HOCKOMOCKSPORTS.COM FIRST TEAM
Lauren McGrath – Franklin – Setter
Franklin junior Lauren McGrath followed up a stellar sophomore season with another strong campaign for the Panthers. Last year’s HockomockSports.com Underclassman of the Year put the Panthers’ offense in motion as the setter, and also gave Franklin a boost on the defensive side. She finished the season with 545 assists, 148 service points with 37 aces, and 63 digs. “Lauren is one of the most athletic players we have had in our program,” said FHS head coach Kate Horsmann. “Her decision making is really good and I haven’t seen many setters at the high school level who are as good defensively.”
HOCKOMOCKSPORTS.COM SECOND TEAM
Meaghan Maguire – Franklin – Middle
Franklin senior middle hitter Meaghan Maguire was a force in the center for the Panthers on both attack and defense, helping Franklin finish with 15 wins, take second place in the Kelley-Rex division and reach the second round of the Div. 1 Central/West tournament before a loss to eventual state finalist Hopkinton. Maguire finished with a team-high 138 kills and also had 41 blocks for the Panthers this season. Franklin coach Kate Horsmann said, “Meaghan had a great senior year. She led a very balanced front line in kills and blocks. What she didn’t kill block she often block touched; she was an intimidating force at the net.”
Riley Marino – Franklin – Defensive Specialist
Franklin junior libero Riley Martino was a standout on the defensive side of the game and at the service line to help the Panthers finish second in the Kelley-Rex division, sweep Wachusett in the state tournament and reach the Div. 1 Central/West quarterfinal before a loss to eventual state finalist Hopkinton. Marino was one of the league leaders with 140 digs and had 358 receptions this fall. She also had 11 assists, 28 aces, and 133 service points for the Panthers. Franklin coach Kate Horsmann said, “Riley is aggressive and has a nose for the ball; both are important traits we look for from our liberos.”
For the full listing of Volleyball awards
https://hockomocksports.com/awards/volleyball/2017-2/
HOCKOMOCKSPORTS.COM FIRST TEAM
Lauren McGrath – Franklin – Setter
Franklin junior Lauren McGrath followed up a stellar sophomore season with another strong campaign for the Panthers. Last year’s HockomockSports.com Underclassman of the Year put the Panthers’ offense in motion as the setter, and also gave Franklin a boost on the defensive side. She finished the season with 545 assists, 148 service points with 37 aces, and 63 digs. “Lauren is one of the most athletic players we have had in our program,” said FHS head coach Kate Horsmann. “Her decision making is really good and I haven’t seen many setters at the high school level who are as good defensively.”
HOCKOMOCKSPORTS.COM SECOND TEAM
Meaghan Maguire – Franklin – Middle
Franklin senior middle hitter Meaghan Maguire was a force in the center for the Panthers on both attack and defense, helping Franklin finish with 15 wins, take second place in the Kelley-Rex division and reach the second round of the Div. 1 Central/West tournament before a loss to eventual state finalist Hopkinton. Maguire finished with a team-high 138 kills and also had 41 blocks for the Panthers this season. Franklin coach Kate Horsmann said, “Meaghan had a great senior year. She led a very balanced front line in kills and blocks. What she didn’t kill block she often block touched; she was an intimidating force at the net.”
Riley Marino – Franklin – Defensive Specialist
Franklin junior libero Riley Martino was a standout on the defensive side of the game and at the service line to help the Panthers finish second in the Kelley-Rex division, sweep Wachusett in the state tournament and reach the Div. 1 Central/West quarterfinal before a loss to eventual state finalist Hopkinton. Marino was one of the league leaders with 140 digs and had 358 receptions this fall. She also had 11 assists, 28 aces, and 133 service points for the Panthers. Franklin coach Kate Horsmann said, “Riley is aggressive and has a nose for the ball; both are important traits we look for from our liberos.”
For the full listing of Volleyball awards
https://hockomocksports.com/awards/volleyball/2017-2/
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FHS boys and girls hockey preview for the 2017-18 season
HockomockSports has published the 2017-2018 Hockomock Boys and Girls Hockey Preview.
The Franklin preview for the boys and girls teams are shown here. A link to the full Hockomock League listing is shown below.
FRANKLIN - boys hockey
2016-2017 Record: 14-9-1
2016-2017 Finish: Reached Div. 1 South Quarterfinal.
Coach: Chris Spillane
Although last winter was atypical for the Panthers, losing two games in the league for the first time in several years, Franklin won another league title and with 20 players back for this season the expectation is that a seventh straight league crown is a distinct possibility – not to mention making a run in the state tournament.
Experience will be the key for the Panthers. Most of the forwards were members of the team that won the state championship two years ago and know what it takes to get goals against top competition. Leading scorer Brendan O’Rielly is back after scoring 20 goals and recording 11 assists last season. He should have plenty of help up front with classmates Luke Downie, Jeremy Miller, T.J. Durkin, and Ken Demerchant, who are all three-year varsity players for the Panthers.
Defensively, Franklin has lost several talented young defensemen to other programs in recent seasons, but still boasts a strong defensive corps heading into this winter. Jack McGrath, Matt Crane, Connor Norton, Cam Cassella, and sophomore Tom Tasker will all contribute to the defensive pairings this season and that depth will be important over a long season. The goalie position is a battle between three seniors, including returning netminders Owen Ginley and Dan Sheehan, who both saw time last year.
“I will be looking to our leading goal scorer from last year Brendan O’Rielly to once again lead the offensive charge,” said Franklin coach Chris Spillane. “From a small practice sample (one skate) I was impressed with our team speed.”
FRANKLIN - girls hockey
2016-2017 Record: 4-15-1
2016-2017 Finish: Missed Postseason.
Coach: Marjorie Burke
Franklin enters the first Hockomock League girls’ hockey season with a young roster, but one that is expected to compete with the other four teams and have a shot at bringing home the inaugural title.
Junior Regan Paterson and senior Jackie Connelly will be expected to provide leadership and create scoring opportunities for a roster that is loaded with underclassmen. Both players provide speed and playmaking ability in the attacking zone and the Panthers will be counting on their experience to make the difference.
Leadership is going to be critical for this year’s team and head coach Marjorie Burke is looking to her senior class to provide direction for the youthful lineup on both ends of the ice. Among the seniors that Burke is looking to this season are Bella Trask, Caroline Hedvig, Maddie Hinkley, Jillian McGlaughlin, and Connelly.
“We are excited about the upcoming season,” said Burke. “We are young but look to be competitive.”
For the full preview article
https://hockomocksports.com/2017-2018-hockomock-boys-and-girls-hockey-preview/
The Franklin preview for the boys and girls teams are shown here. A link to the full Hockomock League listing is shown below.
FRANKLIN - boys hockey
2016-2017 Record: 14-9-1
2016-2017 Finish: Reached Div. 1 South Quarterfinal.
Coach: Chris Spillane
Although last winter was atypical for the Panthers, losing two games in the league for the first time in several years, Franklin won another league title and with 20 players back for this season the expectation is that a seventh straight league crown is a distinct possibility – not to mention making a run in the state tournament.
Experience will be the key for the Panthers. Most of the forwards were members of the team that won the state championship two years ago and know what it takes to get goals against top competition. Leading scorer Brendan O’Rielly is back after scoring 20 goals and recording 11 assists last season. He should have plenty of help up front with classmates Luke Downie, Jeremy Miller, T.J. Durkin, and Ken Demerchant, who are all three-year varsity players for the Panthers.
Defensively, Franklin has lost several talented young defensemen to other programs in recent seasons, but still boasts a strong defensive corps heading into this winter. Jack McGrath, Matt Crane, Connor Norton, Cam Cassella, and sophomore Tom Tasker will all contribute to the defensive pairings this season and that depth will be important over a long season. The goalie position is a battle between three seniors, including returning netminders Owen Ginley and Dan Sheehan, who both saw time last year.
“I will be looking to our leading goal scorer from last year Brendan O’Rielly to once again lead the offensive charge,” said Franklin coach Chris Spillane. “From a small practice sample (one skate) I was impressed with our team speed.”
FRANKLIN - girls hockey
2016-2017 Record: 4-15-1
2016-2017 Finish: Missed Postseason.
Coach: Marjorie Burke
Franklin enters the first Hockomock League girls’ hockey season with a young roster, but one that is expected to compete with the other four teams and have a shot at bringing home the inaugural title.
Junior Regan Paterson and senior Jackie Connelly will be expected to provide leadership and create scoring opportunities for a roster that is loaded with underclassmen. Both players provide speed and playmaking ability in the attacking zone and the Panthers will be counting on their experience to make the difference.
Leadership is going to be critical for this year’s team and head coach Marjorie Burke is looking to her senior class to provide direction for the youthful lineup on both ends of the ice. Among the seniors that Burke is looking to this season are Bella Trask, Caroline Hedvig, Maddie Hinkley, Jillian McGlaughlin, and Connelly.
“We are excited about the upcoming season,” said Burke. “We are young but look to be competitive.”
For the full preview article
https://hockomocksports.com/2017-2018-hockomock-boys-and-girls-hockey-preview/
FHS Panthers |
“We have to respect each other’s ideas”
"A group of middle schoolers is solving the world’s engineering problems one Lego brick at a time.
Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter School’s robotics team, Gearminds, was chosen to compete on Saturday at the First Lego League Regional competition at Worcester Polytechnic Institute. There were 11 teams out of a pool of 40 that were given the golden ticket to continue onto the state championship.
This year’s theme is hydrodynamics. Using Lego robotics in sync with computer programming, the team was challenged with about 25 different tasks to be done on a pre-designed map. Each challenge is representative of a role that water plays in everyday life.
On top of completing the goals for the Lego portion of the competition, the team must also create something real that will offer a solution to an issue people face with water."Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20171213/franklin-robotics-team-heading-to-lego-state-finals
Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter School First Lego League to Attend States Championship |
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Wednesday, December 13, 2017
Real time Reporting - Senior Center Presentation
The update presented to the Town Council on Wednesday, Dec 13, 2017. The Senior Center is a busy place. There are over 6,400 residents over 60 in Franklin with projections for there to be about 9,000 by 2025.
Real Time Reporting - School Committee - Dec 12, 2017
A collection via Storify of the Twitter posts during the School Committee meeting held in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building on Dec 12, 2017.
Be sure to scroll within the Storify widget to view all the posts.
Be sure to scroll within the Storify widget to view all the posts.
“They did a remarkable job”
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
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http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20171212/burst-sprinkler-closes-franklin-elementary-school
This is the second time a burst sprinkler has closed the building. This also occurred in Nov 2014
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/11/asms-keller-status-update.html
"A sprinkler burst at Helen Keller Elementary School on Monday morning, forcing administrators to cancel school since.
The school was closed on Monday and Tuesday because of the damage, but will reopen Wednesday. The cause of the break is unclear, but Superintendent Sara Ahern said the sprinklers will be inspected and the problem assessed after damages are fixed. It is also unclear when or if the students will make up those lost school days.
While the one sprinkler causing the damage was contained, water did spread into other classrooms on the floor below.
There are eight known affected classrooms, four on the top floor and four on the main floor near the entrance. The damage in the walls will take some weeks to fix, while some cabinets were damaged and may take longer to replace."
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http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20171212/burst-sprinkler-closes-franklin-elementary-school
Superintendent Sara Ahern said the sprinklers will be inspected |
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/11/asms-keller-status-update.html
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