FHS girls basketball and boys hockey end playoff run

Via HockomockSports and Twitter we share the news of the FHS playoff games on Wednesday, February 28, 2018. 


Girls Basketball = D1 Central
#5 Franklin, 39 @ #4 Natick, 53 – Final


Boys Hockey = D1 South
#3 Franklin, 0 vs. #14 Barnstable, 1 – Final


For other playoff results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/wednesdays-schedule-scoreboard-02-28-18/

Via the Twitterverse

https://twitter.com/FranklinMatters/lists/fhs-sports

FHS Panthers

Congrats on a great season and an awesome improvement!! https://t.co/OCNOdSf6GN

— FHS Girls Lacrosse (@Fhsglax) March 1, 2018

Franklin drops a tough game to Barnstable 1-0, shots 32-21 in favor of the Panthers. Special thanks to the 13 Seniors for their contribution to our program. @FHSSports @HockomockSports @In_The_Slot @MyHockeyLive @MassHSHockey

— Coach Spillane (@FHS_PuckCoach) March 1, 2018

Great season Boys Hockey! We are very proud of what you accomplished this year. Thank you seniors! #PantherPride

— FranklinAthletics (@FHSSports) March 1, 2018

The season comes to an end for @fhsgvbasketball Lots of exciting wins and memories to last a lifetime. Be proud of your hard work and accomplishments! Thank you seniors! #PantherPride

— FranklinAthletics (@FHSSports) March 1, 2018

Lets go panthers one more period. Lets keep the pressure up! #keepshooting #comeback #pantherpride @FHSSports @FHS_PuckCoach @FranklinMatters pic.twitter.com/QuSZERRj9S

— FHS Gymnastics (@fhs_gymnastics) March 1, 2018

Brigham got going late in the second quarter with a personal 7-0 run but she has been facing double & triple teams all night

— Greg Dudek (@gdudek10) March 1, 2018

After 3: Natick 35 Franklin 24. Hailey Murphy with a 3-pointer at the buzzer to give the Redhawks a double-digit advantage

— Greg Dudek (@gdudek10) March 1, 2018

Final: Natick 53 Franklin 39. Redhawks advance to the D1 Central semifinals Sunday where they will face Wachusett

— Greg Dudek (@gdudek10) March 1, 2018

Laney Ross finished with a team-high 13 points for Natick. Joining her in double figures were Makenna Range (11 points) and Claire Gaziano (12 points)

— Greg Dudek (@gdudek10) March 1, 2018

After scoring just 1 point in the first quarter, Ali Brigham finished with 21 points, 11 rebounds & 5 blocks

— Greg Dudek (@gdudek10) March 1, 2018

Franklin Garden Club: “House Plant Success” - Mar 6

“House Plant Success” will be the focus of the Tuesday, March 6 meeting of the Franklin Garden Club. The meeting will take place at the Franklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill Street, from 7:00 – 9:00 PM. The meeting is open to the public, including those interested in becoming a member of the Garden Club.

Franklin Garden Club: “House Plant Success” - Mar 6

Dr. Paul Steen, a Master Gardener certified by the Massachusetts Horticultural Society, will discuss common mistakes that cause failure in caring for house plants and how to avoid them. He will provide practical tips and easy solutions to avoid failures. Steen will also discuss 12 common house plants and how to make them bloom and thrive. The program will include an opportunity to ask question and for participants to bring in a few of their house plants for Steen to diagnose problems and make suggestions regarding care.

Steen is a retired physician who has been gardening for more than 50 years. He owns a home greenhouse and manages a one-acre shade garden. He has served as an instructor at Tower Hills Botanic Garden where he taught courses in tropical plants, shade gardening, and home greenhouse management. An Overseer for the Massachusetts Horticultural Society, Steen is Past President of the Massachusetts Master Gardener Association.

The Franklin Garden Club, founded in 1987, is a member of the Garden Club Federation of Massachusetts.  Visit them on the web at http://gcfm.org/franklingc/Home.aspx

FPAC - Culinary Cabaret - April 6

"Join us at THE BLACK BOX when the culinary and performing arts unite for an inspired evening of fabulous food, wine and entertainment, showcasing fine wines, craft beer, flavorful dishes and delectable desserts!

Pour Richard's Wine and Spirits presents representatives from vineyards and distributors, who will pour wine tastings to compliment the chef-prepared specialties. Reflecting Pour Richard's "Never Drink Ordinary" motto, beverages will feature small producers, high quality and eclectic selection.

Featuring entertainment by Electric Youth and special guest artists of the Franklin Performing Arts Company. Culinary Cabaret supports Electric Youth's 2018 European tour including Fourth of July at Aviano Air Force Base!"

When:
April 6th, 2018
7:00 - 10:00 PM

Where:
THE BLACK BOX
15 West Central Street, Franklin, MA


Tickets can be purchased online
https://www.theblackboxonline.com/events.php?id=1080

FPAC - Culinary Cabaret - April 6

Bellingham-Franklin Annual Rabies Clinic - Apr 21

The Bellingham-Franklin Annual Rabies Clinic has been scheduled.

When: April 21 st 2018
Where: Bellingham D.P.W. Blackstone St.· Fee: $20.00 (Cash Only)
Time: 9 AM till noon Rain or Shine

Dogs MUST be on a leash, cats MUST be in a carrier

For Info : Call 508-966-5823 or 508-520-4922

Written proof of previous rabies vaccine within the last 9 - 12 months is needed for a three year vaccine.

http://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/bellingham-franklin-annual-rabies-clinic-april-21st

You can download a copy of this notice from the Town of Franklin page
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/annual_rabies_clinic_1.pdf

School Committee Summary - Feb 27, 2018

The collections of posts from the School Committee meeting on Feb 27. 2018

Live reporting: opening and school budget overview
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2018/02/live-reporting-school-committee-feb-27.html

Live reporting: Action items
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2018/02/live-reporting-discussion-action-items.html

Live reporting: to Closing
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2018/02/live-reporting-from-information-matters.html

Supporting documentation for the FY 2019 school budget
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2018/03/supporting-documentation-for-fy-2019.html

The Superintendent to School Committee budget memo
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2018/03/superintendent-to-school-committee-fy.html

Superintendent to School Committee - FY 2019 School Budget Memo and Presentation

Plan now for the Earth Day Celebration - Apr 28

Join the Town of Franklin for our annual Earth Day Celebration and Cleanup! The event will be held at Beaver Pond on Saturday, April 28th 2018, from 9 - noon. 

FREE 6-pack of annuals to the first 50 volunteers and FREE T-shirt for the first 300 volunteers!

This is a great opportunity for students looking for community service hours!

Plan now for the Earth Day Celebration - Apr 28

Meet at Beaver Pond parking lot and volunteer to clean up targeted areas around Franklin.

• Please bring your own gloves and rakes.
• Community service certificates will be issued.
• Free pizza and beverages for volunteers at 12:00 noon at Beaver.
• Free T-shirts to the first 300 volunteers!
• Free 6-pack of annuals to the first 50 volunteers!

Mass Insight Education Names Two Tri-County Regional Teachers Partners in Excellence Award Winners

Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School is proud to announce teachers, Matthew Murphy and Kimberly Zogalis, have been named Mass Insight Education and Research award recipients for their exemplary work in the AP STEM Program. They are a part of the 29 Massachusetts Advanced Placement (AP) teachers being recognized for their outstanding contributions to student success during the 2016-2017 academic year.

Mass Insight Education is a national nonprofit dedicated to improving student achievement and increasing college success through bold district restructuring and rigorous academic programs. This is particularly important within the urban "gateway" communities in which MIE operates, as youth from economically challenged communities are not as typically afforded the personalized, high caliber instruction that is provided in the AP environment.

The Partners in Excellence award winners were selected from over 600 AP teachers participating in Mass Insight's AP program. Selections were based on their implementation of the program through participation in Saturday Study Sessions and the increases in student scores on the AP exam.

"Tri-County is committed to providing students opportunities for college and career success," said Stephen Dockray, Superintendent. "Each of these teachers consistently go above and beyond ensuring that our students have the skills necessary to succeed in their academic and vocational programs. Congratulations to Kim and Matt for their excellent service and dedication to Tri-County students."

Award recipients will be presented with a plaque and $750 check at the 6th annual Partners in Excellence Award Celebration, which will be held on Thursday, April 12, 2018 from 5:00-8:30 PM in the Granite Room at Wachusett Mountain Ski Area in Princeton, MA.

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.

Matthew Murphy and Kimberly Zogalis