Hidden in Plain Sight (video)

Here is an incredible Hidden in Plain Site video tour produced by Franklin High School Students media students. They did a tremendous job! @jeffroy @FranklinMatters https://t.co/ZGtHJIkGUz

— S.A.F.E Coalition (@SafeCoalitionMA) June 18, 2018

For more about resources to help with substance abuse, visit the Safe Coalition
http://www.safecoalitionma.org/

Franklin Library: Summer Reading Kickoff - June 22

Summer reading kicks off with a party on the Town Common, Friday, June 22 from 3:00 to 5:00 PM.

Franklin Library: Summer Reading Kickoff - June 22

This was shared from the Town of Franklin Library page
http://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library/bulletins/summer-reading-kick

FHS representatives on the 2018 Hockomock League boys and girls Outdoor Track All Stars

Below are the official 2018 Hockomock League Boys Outdoor Track All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP

Michael Shannon, Mansfield

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS

Tyler Brogan, Franklin
Dylan Kehoe, Franklin

Honorable Mentions:

Michael Hagen, Franklin

For the other all stars around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/2018-hockomock-league-boys-outdoor-track-all-stars/



Below are the official 2018 Hockomock League Girls Outdoor Track All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP

Nicole Clermont, Franklin

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS

Nicole Clermont, Franklin
Julia Fenerty, Franklin
Ella Gutkowski, Franklin
Katherine Hartnett, Franklin
Jessica Kroushl, Franklin
Brandi Osborne, Franklin
Ally Rizoli, Franklin

Honorable Mentions:

Bella Pierre, Franklin

For the other all stars around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/2018-hockomock-league-girls-outdoor-track-all-stars/

FHS Panthers

MassBudget: Caring for Kids

Majority of Massachusetts Children Have Benefitted from MassHealth Programs

June 19, 2018 Caring for Kids: Majority of Massachusetts Children Have Benefitted from MassHealth Programs MassHealth insurance plays a crucial role in providing health coverage and health care security for the children of Massachusetts, insuring more than half of the Commonwealth's children at some point each year. Health insurance is crucial for ensuring access to necessary health care services. When children don't have health insurance, they are more likely to go without needed medical care, go without needed medications, and are more likely to miss preventive health care visits. In 2017, more than half - 57 percent - of the Commonwealth's children received health insurance coverage from MassHealth according to new data released by the federal Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services. This number includes approximately 555,000 children covered by Medicaid at some point in 2017, and 220,000 children covered by CHIP. For some of these children, MassHealth provides primary coverage; and for others, MassHealth supplements other insurance. MassHealth covers a wide range of children, including MassHealth Standard for those in low-income families, CHIP coverage for children in families with incomes up to three times the official poverty level (approximately $75,300 for a family of four), and CommonHealth coverage at a sliding fee scale for children with disabilities at all incomes. Although Massachusetts lawmakers are currently debating proposals to reform health insurance payment and delivery systems, and there has been debate over the extent of MassHealth coverage for adults, the state's coverage of children is a recognized success. As a result of decades' long commitment to health reform and coverage expansions, Massachusetts continues to lead the nation in providing almost universal health insurance to children. Based on the most recent available U.S. census figures, 99 percent of children under age 19 in Massachusetts have health insurance.   Find this report on our website. The Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center (MassBudget) produces policy research, analysis, and data-driven recommendations focused on improving the lives of low- and middle-income children and adults, strengthening our state's economy, and enhancing the quality of life in Massachusetts. MASSACHUSETTS BUDGET AND POLICY CENTER 15 COURT SQUARE, SUITE 700 BOSTON, MA 02108

Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center, 15 Court Square, Suite 700, Boston, MA 02108 Sent by nberger@massbudget.org in collaboration with Try it free today

Teenage Classic Rock Band SOAR to Host Fundraiser to Benefit Best Buddies - July 8

SOAR wanted to make their July 8th, 2018 show at the Foxboro Orpheum Theater (Marilyn Rodman Performing Arts Center) a bit more special, and decided to turn their show into a fundraiser with the goal of benefiting other kids. 

From June 8th through July 8th, SOAR is giving back to the community by performing at a number of fundraising events, including two Relay for Life events (fundraisers for American Cancer Society; Attleboro and Medway, MA) and a fundraiser for Gilly’s House (www.gillyshouse.com a residential program for young men struggling to recover from addiction). 

While SOAR is honored to provide entertainment for these great fundraisers, SOAR’n for Best Buddies is distinct because this event was conceived and organized by SOAR. The band discussed a number of potential beneficiaries for the fundraiser, but quickly decided on Best Buddies (www.bestbuddies.org) as one of SOAR’s band members has a sibling who benefited from the Best Buddies program while in high school. 

This fundraising event gives the band an opportunity to give back to an organization that has helped so many, including a band member’s sister.

About the Event

This is a concert fundraiser to benefit Best Buddies, featuring live classic rock music as performed by SOAR. The fundraiser is on Sunday July 8th; the music starts at 6:30 PM and the show will run for 2+ hours. In addition to being a fundraiser, the show is also intended to be a fun event for Best Buddies. To ensure that our Best Buddies guests can all enjoy the show, SOAR will not use any strobe lights and foam earplugs will be available at no cost.

The pre-show meet and greet pizza party with the band (and any special guests) starts at 5 PM. This event includes pizza and drinks (non-alcoholic); pictures with the band (and any special guests) and first-choice seating via early entry into the theater (see ticket information below).

Tickets

Show Only
• Available from band members for $12
• Available at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3490482 or www.orpheum.org (Note: there is a $1.41 service fee per ticket on-line)

Meet and Greet plus Show
• These tickets are available via direct sales only on a first come, first served basis by emailing soaringband@gmail.com; these tickets will be reserved for Best Buddies until 6 PM on June 27th and will then be made available to the general public based upon the order in which we received the email requests (these tickets are $17 for Best Buddies and $22 for the general public).

Teenage Classic Rock Band SOAR to Host Fundraiser to Benefit Best Buddies - July 8

Last day of school and learning continues!

Yes, it is the last day of school for most of Franklin. Keller/Sullivan finishes on Friday (June 22) due to the water problem they had earlier this school year that caused them to miss two days. 

Learning, however, needs to continue through the summer and even for adults every day. If you stop learning, you'll fall behind and may not be able to catch up.

Shane Parrish has this interview on learning that is well worth listening to.

"In this interview, Barbara Oakley, 8-time author and creator of Learning to Learn, an online course with over a million enrolled students, shares the science and strategies to learn more quickly, overcome procrastination and get better at practically anything."

https://www.fs.blog/2018/04/learning-barbara-oakley/

Last day of school and learning continues!

Parmenter: Last day of school and learning continues!

FHS representatives on the 2018 Hockomock League baseball and softball All Stars

Below are the official 2018 Hockomock League Baseball All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE MVP
Tyler Dalton, Mansfield

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS:
Alex Haba, Franklin
Jake Macchi, Franklin
Jake Noviello, Franklin
Bryan Woelfel, Franklin

Honorable Mentions:
Colby Fitzgibbons, Franklin

For the other all stars around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/2018-hockomock-league-baseball-all-stars/


Below are the official 2018 Hockomock League Softball All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE CO-MVPS
Hannah Davis, Foxboro
Kya Enos, Taunton

HOCKOMOCK LEAGUE ALL STARS:
Anna Balkus, Franklin

Honorable Mentions:
Meg Caron, Franklin

For the other all stars around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/2018-hockomock-league-softball-all-stars/

FHS Panthers