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Saturday, March 24, 2018
2018 Woodstove Change Out - Rebates Available
Bondus, Brigham, Edgehill, Mahon, and Samuels gain Hockomock League All Star recognition
Below are the official 2018 Hockomock League Girls Basketball All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.
HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP
Kayla Raymond, Oliver Ames
HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS
Bea Bondhus, Franklin
Ali Brigham, Franklin
For all the Hockomock League girls basketball all stars, follow this link
https://hockomocksports.com/2018-hockomock-league-girls-basketball-all-stars/
Below are the official 2018 Hockomock League Boys Basketball All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.
HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP
John McCoy, Mansfield
HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS
Chris Edgehill, Franklin
Paul Mahon, Franklin
Jalen Samuels, Franklin
For all the Hockomock League boys basketball all stars, follow this link
https://hockomocksports.com/2018-hockomock-league-boys-basketball-all-stars/
HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP
Kayla Raymond, Oliver Ames
HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS
Bea Bondhus, Franklin
Ali Brigham, Franklin
For all the Hockomock League girls basketball all stars, follow this link
https://hockomocksports.com/2018-hockomock-league-girls-basketball-all-stars/
Below are the official 2018 Hockomock League Boys Basketball All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.
HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP
John McCoy, Mansfield
HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS
Chris Edgehill, Franklin
Paul Mahon, Franklin
Jalen Samuels, Franklin
For all the Hockomock League boys basketball all stars, follow this link
https://hockomocksports.com/2018-hockomock-league-boys-basketball-all-stars/
Bondus, Brigham, Edgehill, Mahon, and Samuels gain Hockomock League All Star recognition (HockomockSports.com image) |
ATO fraternity brothers to host 'A Day for Doh Boy' in memory of Michael Doherty
The Franklin radar reveals that the Duke fraternity has not forgotten:
http://www.dukechronicle.com/article/2018/03/ato-fraternity-brothers-to-host-a-day-for-doh-boy-in-memory-of-michael-doherty
You can contribute to the Michael Doherty Endowment Fund online
https://pratt.duke.edu/dohertymemorial
"Alpha Tau Omega fraternity will host an event March 30 to raise funds for a memorial bench in the Sarah P. Duke Gardens to honor junior Michael Doherty, who died in May.
The fundraiser—titled “A Day for Doh Boy,” a play on Doherty's nickname—will take place on March 30, and will begin with a barbecue on Craven Quad catered by Alpaca Peruvian Charcoal Chicken. Later that Friday, the event will move to Triangle Sportsplex Ice Rink, where Doherty spent much of his time at Duke practicing with the Club Hockey team.Continue reading online
“It’ll be really awesome to have the event at a place where he spent so much of his time and life,” said junior Kyle Baer, ATO president.
http://www.dukechronicle.com/article/2018/03/ato-fraternity-brothers-to-host-a-day-for-doh-boy-in-memory-of-michael-doherty
ATO fraternity brothers to host 'A Day for Doh Boy' in memory of Michael Doherty |
https://pratt.duke.edu/dohertymemorial
“expand access to the ballot by removing unnecessary obstacles to registration”
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20180323/auto-voter-registration-law-needed-this-year-galvin-says
Voter registration information can be found on the Secretary of the Commonwealth's page https://www.sec.state.ma.us/ele/eleifv/howreg.htm
"With the next presidential primary less than two years away, the state’s top elections official is calling on lawmakers to pass an automatic voter registration bill this year so the system can be in place for 2020.
“To make this really work, we need it passed in 2018,” Secretary of State William Galvin said at a press conference with members of the Massachusetts Election Modernization Coalition.
An automatic voter-registration bill has now advanced to the House Ways and Means Committee.
According to the election modernization group, 11 states have passed automatic registration legislation, and the bill here has the backing of more than half of the lawmakers in each branch, with 84 representatives and 22 senators signed on as cosponsors."
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20180323/auto-voter-registration-law-needed-this-year-galvin-says
Voter registration information can be found on the Secretary of the Commonwealth's page https://www.sec.state.ma.us/ele/eleifv/howreg.htm
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Voter registration information |
The TC Insider - news from Tri-County
The newsletter was shortened for publication here, to read the full content online follow this link: http://mailchi.mp/24aadcd6914a/the-tc-insider-2530713?e=a64020e338
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Head's Up: Weekend Train Service Via Shuttle buses Apr 7 - May 27
Weekend train service on the Franklin Line will be replaced by ADA accessible shuttle buses, making all regularly scheduled stops, between Forge Park/495 and Readville stations from April 7th through May 27th during the installation of PTC.
— MBTA Commuter Rail (@MBTA_CR) March 23, 2018
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Head's Up: Weekend Train Service Via Shuttle buses Apr 7 - May 27 |
Affected Weekends
Bus shuttles will run on all weekends April 7 – May 27, 2018.
Shuttle Stops
Free, accessible bus shuttles will travel between Forge Park/495 and Readville, making all stops (except Plimptonville*).
At Readville, you can connect to the Franklin Line Commuter Rail train, making all stops between Readville and South Station (except Hyde Park*). You'll need to pay a Zone 2 fare.
Shuttle Schedule
Inbound
Shuttles depart Forge Park/495 at:
- 6:35 AM**
- 8:35 AM**
- 10:40 AM
- 12:40 PM
- 2:35 PM
- 4:35 PM
- 6:35 PM
- 8:35 PM
- 10:35 PM
Outbound
Shuttles depart Readville at:
- 7:43 AM**
- 9:43 AM**
- 11:43 AM
- 1:43 PM
- 3:43 PM
- 5:43 PM
- 7:43 PM
- 9:43 PM
- 11:43 PM
**Saturday only
Inbound Commuter Rail trains depart Readville 5 minutes after bus shuttles arrive.
Outbound bus shuttles depart Readville 5 minutes after Commuter Rail trains arrive.
https://www.mbta.com/projects/commuter-rail-positive-train-control-ptc/update/franklin-weekend-shuttle
Friday, March 23, 2018
Upcoming Events in Franklin, MA: FRI 3/23/18 - THU 3/29/18
FRIDAY 3/23/18
10am-12pm Knitting Group @ Franklin Public Library
11am-1pm Irish Spring Party @ Senior Center
11:45am Kids Fitness @ Fairmount Fruit Farm
2pm Tech Help with HMMS Students @ Senior Center
5-7pm Easter Italian Style @ Pour Richard’s
5:30pm Heart with Hope Restorative Yoga (for parents and loved ones of those suffering from addiction) @ Sacred Tree Yoga, Norfolk
6:30pm Paint Night @ Fairmount Fruit Farm
7pm Yoga for Recovery @ Sacred Tree Yoga, Norfolk
7:30pm Electric Youth (and Future Shock) @ The Black Box
7:30pm Mustard’s Retreat @ Original Congregational Church, Wrentham
SATURDAY 3/24/18
9am-12pm FHS Panthers Softball Clinic (grades K - 5) @ FHS
10am-1pm Franklin Historical Museum Open
10am Animal Tales @ Fairmount Fruit Farm
11am-1pm Mini College Fair @ Franklin Public Library
1-3pm Move On: A Hip Opening Workshop @ Franklin Yoga and Wellness
3-4pm Picture Book Storytelling Event (Franklin resident and author Margie Markarian) @ An Unlikely Story Bookstore and Cafe in Plainville
8pm Local Artist Series: Yookeroo @ The Black Box
SUNDAY 3/25/18
10:30am Easter Egg Hunt @ Fairmount Fruit Farm
1-4pm Franklin Historical Museum Open
2pm Chess Group @ Franklin Public Library
3pm Broadway in Franklin @ The Black Box
MONDAY 3/26/18
10am Storytime (all ages, free) @ Fairmount Fruit Farm
10:30am Alzheimer’s Association Presents: Legal and Financial Planning @ Senior Center
10:30am Move Along @ Franklin Public Library
11am Toddler Playgroup @ Franklin Public Library
3pm Monday Crafternoons @ Franklin Public Library
7pm Library Board Meeting @ Franklin Public Library
TUESDAY 3/27/18
10:30am Get Ready For Kindergarten @ Franklin Public Library
11:15am Toddler Playgroup @ Franklin Public Library
6:30pm DIY Wood Burning @ Fairmount Fruit Farm
7pm School Committee Meeting @ Franklin Municipal Building
WEDNESDAY 3/28/18
10am Roulette Fun @ Franklin Senior Center
10:30am Terrific Toddlers @ Franklin Public Library
11am Toddler Playgroup @ Franklin Public Library
11am Senior Players: New Members Wanted @ Senior Center
11:15am Balance Class @ Senior Center
4pm Construction Junction @ Franklin Public Library
4pm Kids Paint Party @ Fairmount Fruit Farm
6:30pm Christian Zen Weekly Meditation @ McMahon Guest House (1061 Upper Union Street)
6:30pm Fueling Your Child Athlete (free event) @ Downtown Sports (240 Cottage Street)
7pm Town Council Meeting @ Franklin Municipal Building
THURSDAY 3/29/18
9:30am Baby Tummy Time @ Franklin Public Library
10am Prescription Advantage Program @ Senior Center
10:30am Story and Craft @ Franklin Public Library
11:15am Toddler Playgroup @ Franklin Public Library
1pm Minds in Motion @ Franklin Senior Center
7pm Balsamic Vinegar and Wine Pairings @ Franklin Liquors
7pm Healing Hearts Community Support Group @ Franklin YMCA
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
10am-12pm Knitting Group @ Franklin Public Library
11am-1pm Irish Spring Party @ Senior Center
11:45am Kids Fitness @ Fairmount Fruit Farm
2pm Tech Help with HMMS Students @ Senior Center
5-7pm Easter Italian Style @ Pour Richard’s
5:30pm Heart with Hope Restorative Yoga (for parents and loved ones of those suffering from addiction) @ Sacred Tree Yoga, Norfolk
6:30pm Paint Night @ Fairmount Fruit Farm
7pm Yoga for Recovery @ Sacred Tree Yoga, Norfolk
7:30pm Electric Youth (and Future Shock) @ The Black Box
7:30pm Mustard’s Retreat @ Original Congregational Church, Wrentham
SATURDAY 3/24/18
9am-12pm FHS Panthers Softball Clinic (grades K - 5) @ FHS
10am-1pm Franklin Historical Museum Open
10am Animal Tales @ Fairmount Fruit Farm
11am-1pm Mini College Fair @ Franklin Public Library
1-3pm Move On: A Hip Opening Workshop @ Franklin Yoga and Wellness
3-4pm Picture Book Storytelling Event (Franklin resident and author Margie Markarian) @ An Unlikely Story Bookstore and Cafe in Plainville
8pm Local Artist Series: Yookeroo @ The Black Box
SUNDAY 3/25/18
10:30am Easter Egg Hunt @ Fairmount Fruit Farm
1-4pm Franklin Historical Museum Open
2pm Chess Group @ Franklin Public Library
3pm Broadway in Franklin @ The Black Box
MONDAY 3/26/18
10am Storytime (all ages, free) @ Fairmount Fruit Farm
10:30am Alzheimer’s Association Presents: Legal and Financial Planning @ Senior Center
10:30am Move Along @ Franklin Public Library
11am Toddler Playgroup @ Franklin Public Library
3pm Monday Crafternoons @ Franklin Public Library
7pm Library Board Meeting @ Franklin Public Library
TUESDAY 3/27/18
10:30am Get Ready For Kindergarten @ Franklin Public Library
11:15am Toddler Playgroup @ Franklin Public Library
6:30pm DIY Wood Burning @ Fairmount Fruit Farm
7pm School Committee Meeting @ Franklin Municipal Building
WEDNESDAY 3/28/18
10am Roulette Fun @ Franklin Senior Center
10:30am Terrific Toddlers @ Franklin Public Library
11am Toddler Playgroup @ Franklin Public Library
11am Senior Players: New Members Wanted @ Senior Center
11:15am Balance Class @ Senior Center
4pm Construction Junction @ Franklin Public Library
4pm Kids Paint Party @ Fairmount Fruit Farm
6:30pm Christian Zen Weekly Meditation @ McMahon Guest House (1061 Upper Union Street)
6:30pm Fueling Your Child Athlete (free event) @ Downtown Sports (240 Cottage Street)
7pm Town Council Meeting @ Franklin Municipal Building
THURSDAY 3/29/18
9:30am Baby Tummy Time @ Franklin Public Library
10am Prescription Advantage Program @ Senior Center
10:30am Story and Craft @ Franklin Public Library
11:15am Toddler Playgroup @ Franklin Public Library
1pm Minds in Motion @ Franklin Senior Center
7pm Balsamic Vinegar and Wine Pairings @ Franklin Liquors
7pm Healing Hearts Community Support Group @ Franklin YMCA
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
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Sonya Rae Taylor Headines Black Box Blues Concert - March 31
BLACK BOX Blues presents singer/songwriter/guitarist Sonya Rae Taylor on Saturday, March 31 at 8 p.m. at THE BLACK BOX theater, music, and event venue in downtown Franklin.
Part of the new breed of blues and soul musicians, Sonya Rae Taylor is always searching for new ways to revitalize the form. A triple threat, Sonya is a fiery guitar slinger, soulful blues belter, and a songwriter of depth and craft beyond her years. Joined by her husband, Ryan Taylor, the powerful guitar duo has logged many miles in their young careers, from Boston to Austin then Nashville, where Sonya was signed by BMG Chrysalis.
The couple has made TV appearances on shows such as the ABC series, Nashville, and has worked with or shared the stage with artists ranging from Tameca Jones, Gary Clark, Jr., John Popper of Blues Traveler, John Medeski, and Derrico Watson of the Victor Wooten Band.
Tickets are $20. A cash bar is available. For tickets and more information, visit www.THEBLACKBOXonline.com or call (508) 528-3370. The home of the Franklin Performing Arts Company, THE BLACK BOX is located at 15 West Central Street.
For more about Sonya Rae and samples of her music
https://www.sonyaraetaylor.com/
Part of the new breed of blues and soul musicians, Sonya Rae Taylor is always searching for new ways to revitalize the form. A triple threat, Sonya is a fiery guitar slinger, soulful blues belter, and a songwriter of depth and craft beyond her years. Joined by her husband, Ryan Taylor, the powerful guitar duo has logged many miles in their young careers, from Boston to Austin then Nashville, where Sonya was signed by BMG Chrysalis.
The couple has made TV appearances on shows such as the ABC series, Nashville, and has worked with or shared the stage with artists ranging from Tameca Jones, Gary Clark, Jr., John Popper of Blues Traveler, John Medeski, and Derrico Watson of the Victor Wooten Band.
Tickets are $20. A cash bar is available. For tickets and more information, visit www.THEBLACKBOXonline.com or call (508) 528-3370. The home of the Franklin Performing Arts Company, THE BLACK BOX is located at 15 West Central Street.
For more about Sonya Rae and samples of her music
https://www.sonyaraetaylor.com/
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Sonya Rae Taylor Headines Black Box Blues Concert - March 31 |
FHS gets 3 girls, 4 boys named to Hockomock League Hockey All Stars
Below are the official 2018 Hockomock League Girls Hockey All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.
HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP
Catherine Luciano, Mansfield/OA/Foxboro
HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS
Jackie Connelly, Franklin
Regan Paterson, Franklin
Natalie Stott, Franklin
For all the Hockomock League girls hockey all stars, follow this link
https://hockomocksports.com/2018-hockomock-league-girls-hockey-all-stars/
Below are the official 2017 Hockomock League Boys Hockey All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.
HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP
Jack Goyetch, Canton
HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS
Luke Downie, Franklin
Owen Ginley, Franklin
Jack McGrath, Franklin
Jeremy Miller, Franklin
For all the Hockomock League boys hockey all stars, follow this link
https://hockomocksports.com/2018-hockomock-league-boys-hockey-all-stars/
HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP
Catherine Luciano, Mansfield/OA/Foxboro
HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS
Jackie Connelly, Franklin
Regan Paterson, Franklin
Natalie Stott, Franklin
For all the Hockomock League girls hockey all stars, follow this link
https://hockomocksports.com/2018-hockomock-league-girls-hockey-all-stars/
Below are the official 2017 Hockomock League Boys Hockey All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.
HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP
Jack Goyetch, Canton
HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS
Luke Downie, Franklin
Owen Ginley, Franklin
Jack McGrath, Franklin
Jeremy Miller, Franklin
For all the Hockomock League boys hockey all stars, follow this link
https://hockomocksports.com/2018-hockomock-league-boys-hockey-all-stars/
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FHS gets 3 girls, 4 boys named to Hockomock League Hockey All Stars |
What does Groucho Marx, Fleetwood Mac and Arlo Guthrie have in common?
While radio stations periodically run a weekend with their top all time hits, the Library of Congress also keeps a recording of what they determine to be the key music. 25 pieces were added to their collection this year and there should be something for everyone.
In the Sherlock household, Arlo Guthrie's "Alice's Restaurant Massacree" is a Thanksgiving tradition. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m57gzA2JCcM
More about this year's additions can be found on the Library of Congress page
https://www.loc.gov/item/prn-18-028?loclr=ealn
The Library is also looking for nominations for what to add this year. The nomination form and details on the process can be found here
https://www.loc.gov/programs/national-recording-preservation-board/recording-registry/nominate/
In the Sherlock household, Arlo Guthrie's "Alice's Restaurant Massacree" is a Thanksgiving tradition. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m57gzA2JCcM
More about this year's additions can be found on the Library of Congress page
https://www.loc.gov/item/prn-18-028?loclr=ealn
The Library is also looking for nominations for what to add this year. The nomination form and details on the process can be found here
https://www.loc.gov/programs/national-recording-preservation-board/recording-registry/nominate/
2017 National Recording Registry (Listing Titles in Chronological Order)
- “Dream Melody Intermezzo: Naughty Marietta” (single), Victor Herbert and his Orchestra (1911)
- Standing Rock Preservation Recordings, George Herzog and Members of the Yanktoni Tribe (1928)
- “Lamento Borincano” (single), Canario y Su Grupo (1930)
- “Sitting on Top of the World” (single), Mississippi Sheiks (1930)
- The Complete Beethoven Piano Sonatas (album), Artur Schnabel (1932-1935)
- “If I Didn’t Care” (single), The Ink Spots (1939)
- Proceedings of the United Nations Conference on International Organization (4/25/45-6/26/45)
- “Folk Songs of the Hills” (album), Merle Travis (1946)
- “How I Got Over” (single), Clara Ward and the Ward Singers (1950)
- “(We’re Gonna) Rock Around the Clock” (single), Bill Haley and His Comets (1954)
- “Calypso” (album), Harry Belafonte (1956)
- “I Left My Heart in San Francisco” (single), Tony Bennett (1962)
- “King Biscuit Time” (radio), Sonny Boy Williamson II and others (1965)
- “My Girl” (single), The Temptations (1964)
- “The Sound of Music” (soundtrack), Various (1965)
- “Alice’s Restaurant Massacree” (single), Arlo Guthrie (1967)
- “New Sounds in Electronic Music” (album), Steve Reich, Richard Maxfield, Pauline Oliveros (1967)
- “An Evening with Groucho” (album), Groucho Marx (1972)
- “Rumours,” (album), Fleetwood Mac (1977)
- “The Gambler” (single), Kenny Rogers (1978)
- “Le Freak” (single), Chic (1978)
- “Footloose” (single), Kenny Loggins (1984) remake released in 2011.
- “Raising Hell” (album), Run-DMC (1986)
- “Rhythm Is Gonna Get You” (single), Gloria Estefan and the Miami Sound Machine (1987)
- “Yo-Yo Ma Premieres: Concertos for Violoncello and Orchestra” (album), Various (1996)
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What does Groucho Marx, Fleetwood Mac and Arlo Guthrie have in common? |
Franklin Art Association April 4, 2018 Meeting
The Franklin Art Association will meet on Wednesday, April 4, 2018 from 6:30 to 9:00 PM at the Franklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill Street in Franklin.
Refreshments and social time will begin at 6:30 PM followed by a short business meeting and an oil painting demonstration by Rob Franco, an illustrator, pastel and oil artist who is inspired by the ocean and other bodies of water, as well as wildlife.
Meetings are free and open to the public. For more information log on to www.franklinart.org
Refreshments and social time will begin at 6:30 PM followed by a short business meeting and an oil painting demonstration by Rob Franco, an illustrator, pastel and oil artist who is inspired by the ocean and other bodies of water, as well as wildlife.
Meetings are free and open to the public. For more information log on to www.franklinart.org
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Franklin Art Association April 4, 2018 Meeting |
Tri-County Regional Celebrates its Fortieth Year
It's been forty years since Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School opened its doors to students seeking a vocational education in Franklin, Massachusetts. In 1977, students were seeking vocations in programs still offered today including automotive technology, carpentry, electrical wiring technology, cosmetology, plumbing and graphics to name a few. Since then, those programs have increased to include dental assisting, engineering technology, computer information systems, and legal and protective services.
Today, Tri-County serves over 1000 students from eleven towns and offers adult education for all interests including postsecondary programs, various licensing and certification courses, or offerings for people just looking to have fun. The high school is looking forward to celebrating the anniversary with alumni, students, staff, as well as business and community members.
"This is a year to celebrate Tri-County," said Stephen Dockray, Superintendent. "I'd like to personally invite alumni, retirees, current faculty, parents and friends and members of the community to join us to reminisce with old acquaintances or make new ones, while celebrating this memorable night. Come and visit the school, see the vocational shops, and celebrate everything that is amazing at Tri-County."
The 40 Year Celebration and Benefit is scheduled for Saturday night, April 7, 2018 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at the high school. The suggested donation is $75.00 per person. Part of the donation includes a benefit component. Any proceeds will go to the Tri-County Education Foundation, a non-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to enriching and enhancing educational opportunities for students. For example, providing funds for student competition travel.
"We hope to see you on April 7th for the celebration and the opportunity to give back to our students," said Dockray.
Purchase your 40th Anniversary Celebration and Benefit tickets online at www.tri-county.us/40yearcelebration or by mailing a check with contact information to:
Today, Tri-County serves over 1000 students from eleven towns and offers adult education for all interests including postsecondary programs, various licensing and certification courses, or offerings for people just looking to have fun. The high school is looking forward to celebrating the anniversary with alumni, students, staff, as well as business and community members.
"This is a year to celebrate Tri-County," said Stephen Dockray, Superintendent. "I'd like to personally invite alumni, retirees, current faculty, parents and friends and members of the community to join us to reminisce with old acquaintances or make new ones, while celebrating this memorable night. Come and visit the school, see the vocational shops, and celebrate everything that is amazing at Tri-County."
The 40 Year Celebration and Benefit is scheduled for Saturday night, April 7, 2018 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at the high school. The suggested donation is $75.00 per person. Part of the donation includes a benefit component. Any proceeds will go to the Tri-County Education Foundation, a non-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to enriching and enhancing educational opportunities for students. For example, providing funds for student competition travel.
"We hope to see you on April 7th for the celebration and the opportunity to give back to our students," said Dockray.
Purchase your 40th Anniversary Celebration and Benefit tickets online at www.tri-county.us/40yearcelebration or by mailing a check with contact information to:
Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School
147 Pond Street
Franklin, MA 02038
Attn: 40 Year Celebration
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www.tri-county.us/40yearcelebration |
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.
Thursday, March 22, 2018
Live Reporting: Action Items to Closing
6. New Business
a. To discuss any future agenda items
7. Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Minutes
I recommend approval of the minutes from the February 27, 2018 School Committee meeting.
b. Parmenter Gifts
I recommend acceptance of four checks totaling $518.67 as detailed:
$340.72 Parmenter PCC for Supplemental Suppliesc. Music Parents Gift
$50.00 Parmenter Parent for Supplemental Supplies
$77.95 Parmenter PCC for Supplemental Supplies
$50.00 Parmenter Parent for Supplemental Supplies
I recommend acceptance of $240.00 from Franklin Music Parents for in-house enrichment as detailed.
d. FHS scholarship
I recommend acceptance of a check for $5,000.00 from the Digital Federal Credit Union for a FHS Scholarship.
e. Davis Thayer Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $1,000.00 from the Davis Thayer PCC for Library books.
f. Remington Middle School Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $594.00 from the RMS PCC for in-house enrichment.
g. Jefferson Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $4,159.00 from the Jefferson PCC for field trips.
h. HMMS Grade 6 recurring Field Trip
I recommend approval of the request to take HMMS 6th graders to Save the Bay,
in Providence, RI on 5/30; 5/31; and 6/1/2018 (approximately 52 students each day) as detailed.
i. Keller Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $3,805.00 from the Keller PCC for field trips.
motion to accept consent agenda, seconded, passed 7-0
8. Payment of Bills Dr. Bergen
9. Payroll Mrs. Douglas
10. Executive Session (not required and announced at beginning of meeting)
11. Adjournment
Live Reporting: Discussion / Action Items
Updated folder with link to documents for School Committee meeting
http://franklinschool.vt-s.net/Pages/FranklinCom_Packets/r3-22-18%20SC%20Packet/
3. Discussion / Action Items
a. Policy – Second Reading
I recommend adoption of the following policies as discussed.
Policy CBD – Superintendent’s Contract
Policy ADF – Wellness Policy
motion to accept, seconded, passed 7-0
b. Proposal for FHS Seniors late arrival or early release during study hall pilot
I recommend temporary suspension of policy JH – Student Absences for the purpose of piloting late arrival/early release for FHS Seniors during quarter 4 as discussed.
proposal for this class to pilot, would effect 2 of the 7 day rotating schedule, so something less than 200 kids at any time, more likely closer to the 200/7
would allow for some late sleep, some early dismissal, some traffic alleviation, and a perk for those who can benefit. Could only happen in 4th quarter due to the time required by state for learning in specific topics
motion to accept, seconded, passed 7-0
c. School Start Times Advisory Committee Appointment
I recommend approval of the remaining School Start Times Advisory Committee appointment as discussed.
motion to accept, seconded, passed 7-0
(note this is currently the only publicly available name of any of the members of this committee)
d. DECA Trip
I recommend approval of the request of FHS to take DECA Students to Atlanta, GA from April 21 through April 25, 2018 for International DECA Competition as detailed.
motion to accept, seconded, passed 7-0
e. New England Institute of Technology Trip
I recommend approval of the request of FHS to take students to NE Institute of Technology in East Greenwich, RI on April 27, 2018 as detailed.
motion to accept, seconded, passed 7-0
4. Discussion Only Items
a. Budget Discussion
Refer to the document located
http://franklinschool.vt-s.net/Pages/FranklinCom_Packets/r3-22-18%20SC%20Packet/FY%2019%20Superintendent's%20Recommended%20Budget%20(1)%202.pdf
level service plus meeting needs for three critical areas $64,399,935 or a 6.9% increase over prior year
proposed to close the budget gap from the Feb presentation with additional revolving funds
budget hearing scheduled for Mar 27 meeting
5. Information Matters
a. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports (e.g.
Budget
- meeting next Monday
Community Relations
- Apr 4, Franklin TV budget and elementary school topics
planning meeting before community coffee
Policy
- they have snow dates in their schedule, social media policy being put together
next meeting Apr 3
Public Schools Advocacy
- met on 15th, planning for forum with Congressman Kennedy, on Federal Policy level issues
- newsletter coming out this weekend, will link to budget info
Ad Hoc Superintendent’s Evaluation
Dorothy Presser, workshop, Apr 2
b. School Committee Liaison Reports
Joint PCC
an update for School Committee on school safety with Police
Substance Abuse Task Force
meeting next week
School Wellness Advisory Council [SWAC]
School Start Times
met on 3/20 - 1st meeting
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