Live reporting: Discussion only items through to Closing

4. Discussion Only Items
a. BICO Quarterly Information Update
quaterly update in packet, two new districts

b. Enrollment Data Update
pre-K, (i.e. ECDC not included in totals)
see doc in meeting packet
Oct 1 reporting to DESE is required and become the yearly start numbers
breakdown of some students attending elsewhere but not all inclusive
36 students choiced into other neighboring districts

end of Sep #s, 100 fewer than last year at this time
elementary 8 higher (first time an increase, i.e. possibly turning the corner on the number decline in elementary)

more info in Nov on class sizes in Middle schools/high school

? on Mount St Charles, used to be almost a bus; will look at again


5. Information Matters
a. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports 
Budget
prep for Budget workshop on Nov 13

Community Relations
good interaction at Harvest Festival
will do with better booth next time
Nov 3 at Franklin TV, social emotional Learning

Policy
meeting Nov 5

Transportation
no meeting, looking to schedule one

Public Schools Advocacy
met Oct 2; prepared for Harvest Festival
reconvening in Nov/Dec to support budget work

Ad Hoc Superintendent’s Evaluation
Monica, Diane and Ann
to set meeting

b. School Committee Liaison Reports 
Joint PCC
well attended, only 2 schools missed
funding more equitable then thought; elementary more active than middle school
FEF came to present

Substance Abuse Task Force
developing resources within schools and community
add membership, Town Council, YMCA

School Wellness Advisory Council [SWAC]
meeting Nov 13
developing new goals, consistent across district

School Start Times Advisory Committee [SSTAC], 
meeting Weds

MASC
covered earlier

6. New Business
a. To discuss any future agenda items
org meeting in November
budget workshop


7. Consent Agenda
a. Minutes
I recommend approval of the minutes from the September 25, 2018 School Committee meeting.
b. Executive Session Minutes
I recommend approval of the executive session minutes from your September 25, 2018 meeting to be released.
c. NYC Field Trip Request
I recommend approval of the recurring request of Diane Plouffe to take approximately 50 Middle School Chorus students to New York City to see “Once On This Island” on May 11, 2018 as detailed.
d. Parmenter Gift
I recommend acceptance of two checks totaling $1,755.00 from the Parmenter PCC for field trips as detailed.
e. Music Gift
I recommend acceptance of the donation of $1,230.00 from various music parents for in-house enrichments as detailed.
f. JFK Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $725.00 from the JFK PCC for field trips
as detailed.

motion to accept consent agenda, seconded, passed 7-0

8. Payment of Bills - Dr. Bergen

9. Payroll - Mrs. Douglas

10. Correspondence
a. Budget to Actual – Miriam Goodman

11. Adjournment

The documents released for this meeting can be found on the Town of Franklin page
https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/october-23-2018-school-committee-packet-documents

Live reporting: Discussion - Action Items

2. Guests / Presentations
a. none

3. Discussion / Action Items

a. Policy – Second Readings
I recommend adoption of the following policies:
i. JFABE – Education Opportunities for Military Children
ii. JFABF – Education Opportunities for Children in Foster Care
iii. BCA – School Committee Member Ethics

recommend adoption 
motion to approve, seconded, passed 7-0


b. MASC Resolutions
I recommend adoption of the following MASC Resolutions as discussed:

Conf to be held Nov 7, delegate assembly on Nov 9

• Rejecting the Arming of Educators

motion to accept, seconded, passed 7-0

• On Small and Rural Districts

motion to accept, seconded, passed 7-0

• Elimination of the Federal Department of Education

motion to accept, seconded, passed 5-2 (Feeley, Scofield = no)

• Regional School Transportation

motion to accept, seconded, passed 7-0

• Regarding Reporting and Accountability Standards

motion to accept, seconded, passed 7-0; 

• Regarding Reproductive Health Education

motion to accept, seconded, passed 7-0

• On Gender Identity Inclusive Athletic Participation Policy

motion to accept, seconded, passed 7-0; as modified to remove "preferred" pronoun

• Relative to Sports Wagering

motion to accept, seconded, passed 7-0

• Relative to Access to Information for Parents and Students Who Are Clients of Special Education

motion to accept, seconded, passed 6-1;  add amendment to include funding rather than an unfunded mandate

• Proposal to Amend the MASC By-Laws

motion to accept, seconded, passed 7-0


View the MASC resolutions here
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/franklinmaps/files/uploads/discussion_actionb_-_masc_resolutions.pdf

Live reporting: School Committee - Oct 23, 2018

Present: Feeley, Linden, Douglas, Scofield, Bergen, Schultz, Zub
Absent: none


1. Routine Business
a. Review of Agenda
no changes

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

no comments

c. FHS Student Representative Comments
club fair yesterday, 70 clubs represented
lots of teams made the playoffs
homecoming last Saturday night, over 600 students in attendance
Panther Pride night coming up
Light up a life coming up, peer leaders do fund raising
Cabaret performed last week, good attendance at both performances

d. Superintendent’s Report
most related to professional learning, October
next Thursday hosting Finnish educator
6th grade teacher coming for workshops and day in district
Central Office, then Social Studies curriculum team
3 hour workshop after school with teachers around the district

last week, MassCue Conference, ThuFri educational Technology focused
approx 3500 educators over 2 days, FPS sent about 18 teachers
6 presenters, including students

2 FPS educators awarded at EFF conference

2 general reminders, half days coming 25-26 for conferences
no school on Nov 6 

school system has a value for inclusiveness in schools

Economic Development Committee - Agenda - Oct 24, 2018

Economic Development Subcommittee Meeting

Municipal Building

355 East Central Street, Training Room

October 24, 2018 5:45 PM



Discussion:
1. Lot Lines Changes - Plain Street, Pond Street and Palomino Drive
2. Clark, Cutler McDermott rezoning
3. Freestanding Sign Bylaw



Future Meetings:
Housing - Generally

1. R7
2. Over 55 Housing Overlay
3. Inclusionary Zoning Discussion
4. Multi-Family Housing in Residential V and Commercial 1
5. Downtown extension/C1/Village District Discussion
6. Affordable Housing Plan

This was shared from the Town of Franklin page
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/edc_agenda_10-24-18.pdf

Economic Development Committee - Agenda - Oct 24, 2018

LET'S LAUGH TODAY in Franklin is on Wednesday, Nov 14

Trade all your holiday stress for laughter on Wednesday, November 14th from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM (and every second Wednesday of the month) at the Meetinghouse of the First Universalist Society in Franklin, 262 Chestnut Street, Franklin. 

Wednesday, Nov 14

LET'S LAUGH TODAY in Franklin

Come and enjoy this unique exercise of guided laughter exercises combined with gentle breathing that brings more oxygen to the body's cells. 

This oxygen boost gives enhanced vitality, energy and a feeling of real well-being. Any age and any level of physical ability can participate in this uplifting experience! 

New laughers are always welcomed! $5 donation to the church, $10 maximum per family. Please bring your water bottle because laughing is dehydrating. 

Led by Certified Laughter Yoga Teachers, Linda and Bill Hamaker www.letslaughtoday.com.  
If you have any questions, just call them at 508-660-2223 or e-mail billandlinda@letslaughtoday.com.

LET'S LAUGH TODAY

FHS boys soccer, field hockey and volleyball teams posts wins against Oliver Ames

Via HockomockSports we share the results of the FHS fall sports action on Monday, Oct 22, 2018

Boys Soccer = Oliver Ames, 0 @ Franklin, 2 – Final
– After a scoreless first half, Franklin scored a pair of goals early in the second half to earn a victory over visiting Oliver Ames. Tim Duval opened the scoring for the Panthers off an assist from Nitin Chaudhury. Before the 50th minute, the Panthers added to their lead when Nick Barry set up Donny Tappin to make it 2-0.

Girls Soccer = Franklin, 1 @ Oliver Ames, 1 – Final
– Oliver Ames took a 1-0 lead late in the first half but Franklin equalized early in the second half to help the Panthers grab a point on the road. Daniella Ferrini put OA ahead in the 38th minute but Sam Powderly tied things up in the 44th minute on an assist from Anna Balkus. Bre Atwood had 10 saves in net for the Panthers while Emily Meyers and Emma O’Donnell both had strong games in net for the Tigers.

Field Hockey = Oliver Ames, 1 @ Franklin, 4 – Final

Volleyball = Oliver Ames, 0 @ Franklin, 3 – Final
– Franklin took care of business on its home court, handing Oliver Ames a 3-0 loss (25-17, 25-17, 25-18). Lauren McGrath dished out 26 assists for the Panthers with Maggie Doyle (four aces) recording nine kills and Lily Galluccio adding seven kills. Riley Marino anchored the Panther defense with 12 digs. For Oliver Ames, Jordan Bosse had 12 kills, Allie Kemp handed out 20 assists and Sadie Homer finished with 23 digs.


For other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/mondays-schedule-scoreboard-10-22-18/

FHS Panthers

Tri-County Varsity Volleyball Clinches Mayflower League Championship

For the fifth time in five years, the Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School varsity volleyball team are the Mayflower League Champions. The Cougars remain undefeated in their regular season with a record of 16-0 with 4 games remaining.

This year the team is comprised of seven seniors. Sarah Killoy of Franklin, is one of the team’s four captains and third-year starting setter. Carolyn MacPherson of North Attleboro is a team captain and a third-year starter playing outside hitter. MacPherson is also a 2-year Mayflower League All Star and Sun Chronicle All Star. Elizabeth Naff of Franklin is a third-year starting middle, Mayflower League All Star, and team captain. Ashely Barry from North Attleboro is a two-year outside hitter. Emma Mangiacotti of Norfolk has transitioned into the libero position. Sabrina Howarth of Seekonk is a utility player, who sees most time at middle and right side hitter. Finally, Emily Jutras of Wrentham is one of three players vying for the starting middle position.

Other players fighting for the starting middle position include junior, Jitarra Ellis of Franklin, and sophomore Camden Schweitzer of Wrentham.

Starter Keira Dempsey, a junior from North Attleboro is a team captain who is a two-year right side hitter, a Mayflower League All Star, 2017 Player of the Year and Sun Chronicle All Star. Hailey White, a junior from North Attleboro is a starting defensive specialist.

Varsity coach, Stephanie Caffrey, has been coaching at Tri-County for the past 8 years. “We work hard every single day to earn every point in a match”, said Caffrey. “Our girls are all self-motivated to accomplish big goals in the post-season and I look forward to what’s to come.”

(Pictured are the seven seniors from l-r are: Sarah Killoy,
Sabrina Howarth, Elizabeth Naff, Emma Mangiacotti,
Emily Jutras, Ashley Barry, and Carolyn MacPherson)

All fifteen members of the Cougars are strong academic and vocational students. The team participates in many bonding events such as team breakfasts, lunches and dinners. They also travel to area colleges to see former players play on their respective college volleyball teams. Post-season, all members play in the Mass Premier Club Volleyball summer league. In the summer, the team take part in Coach Caffrey’s “Butts and Guts” classes made for all Cougar athletes.

“All teams here at Tri-County support each other and focus on attending as many sporting events as possible”, said Caffrey. “We’re all about TC Pride for our school and love to see all the accomplishments and successes every student brings to our Athletic program.”

Pictured is the 2018 Tri-County Varsity Volleyball team.  Starting l-r kneeling:  Hannah Will of Medway, Isabelle Zagame of Bellingham, Hailey White of North Attleboro, Keira Dempsey of North Attleboro, Camden Schweitzer of Wrentham, Kaya Chambers of Millis, and Jitarra Ellis of Franklin.  Standing l-r:  Sarah Killoy of Franklin, Sabrina Howarth of Seekonk, Elizabeth Naff of Franklin, Emma Mangiacotti of Norfolk, Emily Jutras of Wrentham, Ashley Barry of North Attleboro, and Caroline MacPherson of North Attleboro

Starting on October 29th, the Cougars will be competing for their fourth straight Massachusetts State Vocational Championship. Then on Thursday, November 1st, the Cougars will be playing in the MIAA State Volleyball tournament.

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 Attleboro, Plainville, Seekonk, Sherborn, Walpole, and Wrentham.