Sunday, March 25, 2018

Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - Mar 27, 2018

Vision Statement
The Franklin Public Schools will foster within its students the knowledge and skills to find and achieve satisfaction in life as productive global citizens.


A G E N D A
“The listing of matters are those reasonably anticipated by the Chair which may be discussed at the meeting. Not all items listed may in fact be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law.”


1. Routine Business
a. Review of Agenda
b. Citizen’s Comments
i. In the spirit of open communication, “the School Committee will hear public comment not related to an agenda item at the beginning of each regular School Committee Meeting. The Committee will listen to, but not respond to any comment made. A Committee member may add an agenda item to a future meeting as a result of a citizen comment” – from Policy BEDH
c. FHS Student Representative Comments
d. Superintendent’s Report

2. Guests / Presentations
a. FY19 Budget Hearing




3. Discussion / Action Items
a. School Choice Vote
I recommend that the School Committee not accept any new public school choice students for the 2018-2019 school year as discussed.
http://franklinschool.vt-s.net/Pages/FranklinCom_Packets/q3-27-18%20SC%20Packet/Discussion%20ActionA-School%20Choice%20Vote.pdf

b. Draft 18-19 School Committee Schedule
I recommend that the School Committee approve of the 2018-19 School Committee meeting schedule as discussed.
http://franklinschool.vt-s.net/Pages/FranklinCom_Packets/q3-27-18%20SC%20Packet/Discussion%20ActionB-SC%20Mtg%20Schedule%2018-19.pdf

4. Discussion Only Items

5. Information Matters
a. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports (e.g. Budget; Community Relations; Policy; Transportation; Public Schools Advocacy; Ad Hoc Superintendent’s Evaluation)
b. School Committee Liaison Reports (e.g. Joint PCC; Substance Abuse Task Force; School Wellness Advisory Council [SWAC]; MASC; School Start Times Advisory Committee)

6. New Business
a. To discuss any future agenda items

7. Consent Agenda
a. Keller Recurring Field Trip
I recommend approval of the request for a recurring field trip for Keller 5th Graders to Roger Williams Zoo, in Providence, RI on Friday, May 11, 2018 as detailed.
b. Jefferson Donation
I recommend acceptance of the donation of sporting equipment valued approximately at $300.00 from Dr. Maureen Sabolinski for supplemental supplies at Jefferson Elementary School.
c. Grant for Jefferson
I recommend acceptance of a check from Martin W. Richard Charitable Grant for $500.00 for supplemental supplies at Jefferson Elementary School as detailed.
d. FHS Senior Pilot
I recommend continued suspension of policy JH – Student Absences for the purposes of the late arrival/early release pilot for seniors at FHS on good standing during quarter 4.
e. Budget Transfers
I recommend Budget Transfers as detailed.

8. Payment of Bills 
Dr. Bergen

9. Payroll 
Mrs. Douglas

10. EXECUTIVE SESSION
pursuant to Purpose 7 (M.G.L. c 30A, Section 21(a)(7) ), to comply with or act under the authority of a general or special law when an open meeting would compromise the purpose for which the executive session is called, with the relevant citations of law being M.G.L. c. 71, §34D and 603 CMR 23.00 et. seq. and 20 U.S.C. § 1232g, which pertain to the confidentiality of student and education records, and to receive legal advice from counsel protected from disclosure under Massachusetts General Law with the relevant citations of law being M.G.L. c. 4, Section 7, clause twenty-sixth, MGL. c. 30A, s. 21 (a) (1), and M.G.L. c. 30A, Section 22 (f).

11. Adjournment


Other documents for the School Committee packet can be found online
http://franklinschool.vt-s.net/Pages/FranklinCom_Packets/q3-27-18%20SC%20Packet/



Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - Mar 27, 2018
Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - Mar 27, 2018

Franklin DECA Takes Home Awards at States

Joe Clark, Sports Editor of Pantherbook writes about the Franklin DECA program taking awards at the State level.

"On the weekend of March 8th-March 10th, 26 members of the Franklin High School DECA club headed to the Marriott Copley Place in downtown Boston for the 2018 Massachusetts DECA State Career Conference. At the event, students attended leadership and networking conferences, heard from guest speakers, and most importantly, presented their projects. 
Projects ranged from developing marketing plans for local businesses, promoting entrepreneurship, and creating their own ideas for an independent business. Students also had free time during the day, where they could attend seminars hosted by industry professionals. 
The club also took home some awards, none more notable than Arun Kavishwar and Saketh Saripalli taking home third place in the Individual Business Plan Competition, which clinched them a spot in the International Competition in Atlanta from April 21-25."
Continue reading the article online
https://franklinpanthers.us/student-life/2018/03/15/franklin-deca-takes-home-awards-at-states/

DECA President Isaac Nelson and Vice President Steven Lutazzi hold the Franklin DECA flag
DECA President Isaac Nelson and Vice President
Steven Lutazzi hold the Franklin DECA flag

Franklin Public Schools: Outstanding music performances at MICCA

The results are in and amazing!

Franklin Public Schools: Outstanding music performances at MICCA
Franklin Public Schools: Outstanding music performances at MICCA




Franklin Historical Museum: Joe Landry on "Franklin Schools" - April 8

The SECOND SUNDAY SPEAKER SERIES continues on April 8 with the return of Joe Landry. Joe’s topic this month is Franklin Schools. 

He’ll be discussing the various schools that have come and gone in Franklin over the years. The Nason Street School, the Arlington Street School, Four Corners, the Red Brick School, Parmenter, St. Mary’s School and many more.
  • Do you know how many High Schools Franklin has built? 
  • How much do you know about Franklin born Horace Mann, known as the Father of Education? 
  • Do you have a favorite teacher from your school years? 

Joe will discuss some of the many educators and teachers that have served in the Franklin schools over the years. Join us for this look back, Sunday April 8 at 1:15PM

Franklin Historical Museum: Joe Landry on "Franklin Schools" - April 8
Franklin Historical Museum: Joe Landry on "Franklin Schools" - April 8

“This is not a red versus blue issue. It’s a moral issue"

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

"An extraordinary student mobilization brought hundreds of thousands of people to the streets of U.S. cities Saturday to demand tougher gun laws, in a muscular display of political determination less than six weeks after the school massacre in Parkland, Fla. 
Teenage students who emerged as national figures after the Feb. 14 shooting flew to Washington to address the largest “March for Our Lives rally,” while thousands marched in Parkland and cities around the world. 
At many rallies, there was barely a mention of the killer, Nikolas Cruz, the expelled Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School student who shot 17 students and staff to death and wounded 17 more. Instead, the wrath of speakers fell on political leaders who they said had sold out to the National Rifle Association in refusing to support limits on gun ownership. 
“If you listen real close, you can hear the people in power shaking,” said David Hogg, a Stoneman Douglas senior and one of the most prominent student leaders, addressing a Washington crowd estimated by organizers at 800,000. “Inaction is no longer safe. And to that we say, ‘No more.’ Most representatives have no public stance on guns. To this we say, ‘No more.’”

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/zz/news/20180324/marchers-from-coast-to-coast-demand-action-on-gun-control

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Saturday, March 24, 2018

Football Golf Tournament - Jun 2

Please join us for a fun afternoon of golf as we kickoff the Franklin High School Football Season! This event will sell out, so reserve your spot now.

If you are unable to attend the golf outing but would like to support Panther Football, please consider donating an auction item or a contribution directly to the Franklin Gridiron Club. Also, if you own your own business or know someone who does, please consider sponsoring the tournament.

Don't miss this opportunity to:
  • Meet Coach Bain in a social setting
  • Golf with your son at a special reduced father/ son rate
  • Build relationships with other FHS football players, parents and supporters
  • Returning Panthers play at a reduced cost

Please make all checks payable to:
The Franklin Gridiron Club
Attn: Matt Gordon
PO Box 262 
Franklin, MA 02038


Details can be found in the tri-fold flyer here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0wjbnXDBhczY0ZkX3ZQUWk3UjI4UmRSQ1F4aFJJWTZUWFdz/view?usp=sharing



Football Golf Tournament - Jun 2
Football Golf Tournament - Jun 2

2018 Woodstove Change Out - Rebates Available




Dear Friend of MassCEC,   
 

The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC), in coordination with the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources, is excited to announce the launch of the 2018 Wood Stove Change-Out Program!

Any Massachusetts resident or business currently operating a non-EPA-certified wood stove or fireplace insert is eligible for a rebate of up to $1,750 when replacing an existing stove with an eligible model. Those that meet certain income requirements are eligible for rebates of up to $3,250.

If you own an old wood stove and would like to replace it with a new, low-emission EPA-certified wood or pellet stove, visit
MassCEC's website to find out more. You will need to contact a local stove professional who will confirm that your old stove is eligible and submit a rebate application on your behalf after installing your new stove. Act now to make sure you don't miss the August 28th application deadline!

Thank you for your interest in the Commonwealth Woodstove Change-Out Program.

Warm Regards,

 
The MassCEC Woodstove Team
Phone:  617-315-9300 | Email: woodstoves@masscec.com
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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/


Bondus, Brigham, Edgehill, Mahon, and Samuels gain Hockomock League All Star recognition
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:


"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.

“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.
Continue reading online
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
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

“expand access to the ballot by removing unnecessary obstacles to registration”

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

"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


Voter registration information
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





The TC Insider - news from Tri-County
March 23, 2018


To the Tri-County Community,

Happy Spring! With a half foot of snow on the ground our sports teams are all competing for gym time because they can't get on our fields. The longer days and outdoor sports teams trigger anticipation of warmer days, ball games, and track meets.

Spring also means MCAS and next week our sophomores will sit for the ELA portion of the exams. All sophomore students will be taking the English Language Arts MCAS exam. The test will run over the course of three days: Tuesday, March 27, Wednesday, March 28, and Thursday, March 29. Please have your sophomore students go to bed at a reasonable time each night this week and come to school on time and ready to do their best. Students may bring reading material if they finish early, or may work on homework that is not ELA related. Please remind your children that cell phones, earbuds, iPods, or any electronic devices are not allowed at the testing sites. It would be better to leave them home or in their lockers during MCAS. Please make sure your child is in school and on time each day of the testing and if there is a problem, let the school know as soon as possible.

We are all disheartened by another school shooting in Maryland this week. I want to thank the TC Student Council for their hard work and sincerity in honoring those that died in Florida over a month ago. Our Student Council has not had much cooperation from the weather, but have remained steadfast in their desire to join thousands of students in Massachusetts and across the country in expressing their support for safe schools. They have approached this in a very responsible and cooperative way that respects all views and honors the lost. We will update these pages once the students get a chance to express themselves.

Spring also means the eighth-grade student application process is moving along through the interview phase, into placement testing, and the mailing of acceptance letters. Applicants should set aside Saturday, April 28, 2018 to come in for our annual placement exam. More details will be sent in the near future.

It is my pleasure to announce Jayme Martello, a senior in the cosmetology program, has been awarded a 2-year full scholarship to Dean College. Though the scholarship has typically been announced at graduation exercises in the past, this year it has been announced earlier in order to meet the College's acceptance fall enrollment schedule. Congratulations to Jamie from all of us at Tri-County.

Did you know Tri-County is celebrating its' 40th year? In case you haven't heard, the 40 Year Celebration and Benefit party is scheduled for Saturday night, April 7, 2018 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM here at the high school. You can find out more details about the event below. We hope you'll come out and celebrate with us!

Thanks for your support,
Mr. Procaccini



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Upcoming Events

Admissions - Open Enrollment
Going on Now

Tri-County Children's Center - Open Enrollment
Going on Now

Mass Insight Saturday AP Session
March 24

MCAS - Sophomores
March 26-28

Winter Sports Awards Night
March 28

Robotics Expo
March 31

Early Release Day
April 2

Third Quarter Ends
April 6

40 Year Celebration & Benefit
April 7

ASVAB (Career Aptitude Test)
April 10, 2018

Spring Vacation
April 16-20

AAA Drivers Education Classes
April 17-20, 23 and 24

Placement Test
April 28

Program Advisory
May 1

Early Release Day
May 4

Senior Project Fair
May 22

Memorial Day
May 28

Last Day for Seniors
June 1

Graduation
June 3

Golf Tourmament
June 8




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Head's Up: Weekend Train Service Via Shuttle buses Apr 7 - May 27



Head's Up: Weekend Train Service Via Shuttle buses Apr 7 - May 27
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.



For details
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