FM #139 - Legislative Forum on School Funding (audio)

This internet radio show or podcast is number 139 in the series for Franklin Matters.

This recording is of the Legislative Forum on School Funding held on Tuesday, February 13, 2018 in the Lecture Hall at Franklin High School.

The event featured opening remarks by School Committee Chair Anne Bergen and then a panel discussion facilitated by Vice-Chair Denise Schultz. The panelists were Senator Karen Spilka, Senator Richard Ross, and Representative Jeffrey Roy.

The Forum itself runs just about 1 hour and 45 minutes. Without further ado, here is the recording





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My notes from the Forum can be found here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2018/02/live-reporting-legislative-forum-feb-13.html


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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 and Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission

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Jennifer Knight of SAFE Coalition tying some comments and points together at the end 

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FHS boys and girls basketball teams top KP

Via HockomockSports and Twitter we share the results of the FHS sports action on Friday, Feb 16, 2018


Boys Basketball = King Philip, 49 @ Franklin, 62 – Final
– Franklin pulled away in the fourth quarter to hold off an upset attempt from King Philip. The Panthers led 36-35 going into the final period and scored 26 points to secure the win. Senior Paul Mahon paced Franklin with 21 points while junior Jalen Samuels added 17 points.

Girls Basketball = Franklin, 57 @ King Philip, 41 – Final

For the other results around the Hockomock League on Friday
https://hockomocksports.com/fridays-schedule-scoreboard-02-16-18/

https://twitter.com/FHSSports/status/964657558618243077

Via the Twitterverse

Follow this Twitter list to get all the FHS Sports updates
https://twitter.com/FranklinMatters/lists/fhs-sports

Freshmen and JV best KP! Despite an astonishing 59 (yup 59!) fouls Varsity is the victor this evening!!... https://t.co/8i0xKoX2uJ

— FHS Boys Basketball (@fhsboysbball) February 17, 2018

Day 1 States Results: Jordan Carlucci and Bakalars advance to the semi-finals. Jake Carlucci, Sauer, Remillard, Farrell, Racca, Sackley, Johnson, and Coughlin move on in the Consolation bracket. Weigh ins at 8:30 tomorrow.

— Franklin Wrestling (@FHSWrestle) February 17, 2018

CONGRATS Coach Burke on being named NIHOA Coach of the Year! Such a well-deserved honor for an incredibly dedicated educator and coach! #PantherPride https://t.co/wuac9G9Juj

— FranklinAthletics (@FHSSports) February 17, 2018

In Today's D1 State Competition, school records were set by Miranda Smith in the Shot Put and Jess Kroushl in the Long Jump. Lauren McGrath also broke the Long Jump record only to have Jess Kroushl break Lauren’s record on her next Jump. CONGRATS LADY PANTHERS! #PantherPride

— FranklinAthletics (@FHSSports) February 17, 2018

The Franklin Girls Track Team finished 5th overall in the MIAA DIV 1 STATE TEAM competition.The 4x800 Relay won the event and qualified for the New Balance National Championships in New York City. Nicole Clermont, Kate Hartnett, Emma Clifford & Julia Fenerty. #PantherPride

— FranklinAthletics (@FHSSports) February 17, 2018

Thrilling 2 pt win vs. KP tonight for final freshmen game of the season! #together we won! Great season girls and can't wait to see you all at tryouts next year!!! ;-)

— Sandy Sauer (@FHSCoachSandy) February 17, 2018

1st round action all wrapped up at the D1 State Tourney. Sauer, Bakalars, Jordan Carlucci, Remillard, and Racca all advance in the Championship bracket.

— Franklin Wrestling (@FHSWrestle) February 17, 2018

THANK YOU SENIORS! pic.twitter.com/XZtR7dDF6h

— FranklinAthletics (@FHSSports) February 17, 2018

Franklin Student Wins National Gold Medal in Music

Mia Quinn, who lives in Franklin and studies voice at Encore Music Academy and Recording Studios, has been awarded the National Gold Medal of Excellence for 2016-2017 in Preparatory Voice, with a remarkable score of 97. The Royal Conservatory of Music awards the National Gold Medal to the student who has achieved the highest score in the country within their specific skill level for each instrument. 

Mia Quinn

Mia, now 11 years old, has been studying voice, as well as performing and recording albums with the Recording Ensemble at Encore for over two years. Under the guidance of her vocal instructor, Lisa Ostrow, (who has guided students to national gold medals twice before), Mia began her studies in voice using the curriculum of the RCM right from the start.

The Royal Conservatory of Music provides a recognized national standard of success in music study from beginner to advanced levels. It inspires excellence through individual student assessments that are central to the Program, while also supporting teachers with high-quality and innovative resources. 

The RCM allows students to measure and celebrate accomplishment and track their progress throughout the country. All students and teachers across the United States are invited to participate, and Encore Music Academy and Recording Studios is proud to be able to offer these opportunities at the school and through outreach to the surrounding communities.

A number of students from Encore Music Academy and Recording Studios, located in Franklin and Millis, participate in the Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) assessment sessions each year. The RCM assessment process represents an extremely exciting opportunity for students, on a national level, to demonstrate the skills that they have honed through practice. Locally, assessments are held at Encore Music Academy and Recording Studios, which is a Founding School and a regional assessment center for this internationally-acclaimed program. 

Mia Quinn and Lisa Ostrow

Student participants come from all around the New England area to take the assessments, while adjudicators travel from all across Canada in order to administer the exams. Not only do the adjudicators judge students based on ability to perform on the instrument of their choice within their skill level, but they also administer academic assessments in music theory, harmony, history, and analysis.

Ostrow, Vocal Director and co-owner of Encore Music Academy and Recording Studios, had this to say:

"Mia's accomplishment is extraordinary. Having scored an unprecedented score of 97 on her vocal assessment, her National Gold Medal is a true testament to the dedication she brings to her music studies, the level of support she receives from her family, her innate talent, and her tremendous desire to achieve. And, best of all, Mia is an absolute joy to work with - fun and funny, and incredibly sweet. We are very proud of her, as we are of all our students."

In December, 2017, Mia received First Class Honors with Distinction on her Level 1 vocal assessment with a score of 92, and is on her way to perform at Carnegie Hall as a result of having won her Gold Medal!

For the assessments, students are graded on proficiency in the following areas: Performance; technical requirements; aural skills; rhythm; and, sight-reading ability. Encore will be hosting another round of regional assessments this spring and is very much looking forward to the opportunity to meet and interact with young musicians from all over the Northeast.

To learn more about Encore Music Academy and Recording Studios and the Royal Conservatory of Music program, please visit: www.encoremusicacademy.net

3 Bent Street, Franklin, MA 02038 

AND 

352 Village St., Millis, MA 02054

info@encoremusicacademy.net

Phone: (508) 533-7700

Fax: (508) 533-7760

Vacation Week Skating Schedule at Pirelli Veterans Arena

"February school vacation is here! And what better way to spend the week than by going to public skating. Day-time public skating hours will be held every day this week. Head down to the rink for some school vacation fun!"

February school vacation is here! And what better way to spend the week than by going to public skating. Day-time public skating hours will be held every day this week. Head down to the rink for some school vacation fun! #fmcicesports pic.twitter.com/zpUuv8aEab

— PirelliVeteransArena (@PirelliArena) February 16, 2018

Vacation Week Skating Schedule at Pirelli Veterans Arena

The Pirelli Veteran's Arena is a full service DCR skating facility, managed by FMC Ice Sports, and offers a variety of skating programs for all ages and abilities
https://fmcicesports.com/rink/franklin-veterans-skating-arena/

Light one of three finalists for Acton-Boxborough Superintendent

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

"The school committee presented their three finalists for the position of superintendent of schools for the Acton-Boxborough Regional School District. The names of the finalists were announced and their resumes presented Thursday evening. 

Committee member Diane Baum, who chaired the Superintendent Search Screening Committee, said the committee reviewed 25 applications and interviewed nine candidates before settling on the finalists. 

Baum thanked the 14-member committee for its work, saying they were a diverse and thoughtful group that put in a great deal of effort to come up with the finalists."

The Finalists:

• "Peter Light, Baum said, is the current assistant superintendent of Franklin Public Schools."
• "Anthony Parker is the current principal of Weston High School, where he has been since 2006."
• "Dr. Peter Sanchioni is the current superintendent for Natick Public Schools, where he has been since 2008."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://franklin.wickedlocal.com/news/20180215/finalists-for-acton-boxborough-superintendent-announced

The FTC will never ask you to send money

The FTC will never ask you to send money by Andrew Johnson Consumer Education Specialist, FTC If someone claiming to be with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) contacts you and asks you to send money, it's a scam. Do not pay. Report it. Spread the word to your family and friends. Read more This is a free service provided by the Federal Trade Commission.

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Upcoming Events in Franklin, MA Area: FRI 2/16/18 - THU 2/22/18

FRIDAY 2/16/18
9am   FDP’s Networking Breakfast @ Dean College Dining Center
10am-12pm   Knitting Group @ Franklin Public Library
10am   Protect Yourself from Medicare Fraud @ Franklin Senior Center
11:30am   Mommy and Me Fitness (ages 3-8) @ Fairmount Fruit Farm
5:30pm   Heart with Hope Restorative Yoga (for parents and loved ones of those suffering from addiction) @ Sacred Tree Yoga, Norfolk
7pm   Yoga for Recovery @ Sacred Tree Yoga, Norfolk
7pm   Franklin’s 240th Birthday Party @ The Black Box

SATURDAY 2/17/18
9am-3pm   Book Sale ($1 a book) @ Franklin Public Library
10am-1pm   Franklin Historical Museum Open
2-3pm   Dean College Students Arts and Crafts Event @ Franklin Public Library
7-11pm   Margarita Night (Elks Fundraiser) @ Elks Lodge

SUNDAY 2/18/18
7:30-10:30am   Sunday Breakfast @ Franklin Rod and Gun Club
9am-12pm   Bag Sale @ Franklin Public Library (*please note the Library is only open for the the Bag Sale, but closed for any regular Library business due to holidays)
1-4pm   Franklin Historical Museum Open

MONDAY 2/19/18
All Day   Franklin Public Library Closed - holiday
10am   Storytime (all ages, free) @ Fairmount Fruit Farm

TUESDAY 2/20/18
All Day   Superhero Training Camp Week @ Franklin Public Library
11am   Circuit Breaker Tax Credit Can Save You Cash! @ Franklin Senior Center
6pm   Lenten Soup Supper and Book Study (weekly until March 21) @ St. John’s Episcopal Church

WEDNESDAY 2/21/18
All Day   Superhero Training Camp Week @ Franklin Public Library
10am   Animal Tales (for ages 2.5-5) @ Fairmount Fruit Farm
10am   Roulette Fun @ Franklin Senior Center
1pm   The Greg and Axel Show @ Franklin Public Library
5pm   Book Bites @ Franklin Public Library
6:30pm   Doggie Tales @ Franklin Public Library
6:30pm   Christian Zen Weekly Meditation @ McMahon Guest House (1061 Upper Union Street)
7:30pm   Dean College Presents ’Twelfth Night’ @ Dean College Main Stage Theatre

THURSDAY 2/22/18
All Day   Superhero Training Camp Week @ Franklin Public Library
10am   Gary Highlander Presidential Series Biographies: George Washington @ Franklin Senior Center
12pm   Urban Sketching (no experience necessary) @ Franklin Public Library
1-6pm   American Red Cross Blood Drive @ Franklin Elks Lodge
1-2pm   Superhero Slime! @ Franklin Public Library
6:30pm   Genealogy Club Meeting @ Franklin Public Library
7pm   Healing Hearts Community Support Group @ Franklin YMCA
7:30pm   Dean College Presents ’Twelfth Night’ @ Dean College Main Stage Theatre 

For the Town of Franklin Public Calendar click HERE.

For all other events and Franklin happenings click HERE.

*To submit an event for the Community Calendar, please use this FORM