Sunday, June 9, 2019

Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - June 11, 2019

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. Franklin Education Foundation
b. SEPAC Update
c. Student Services Update – Paula Marano

3. Discussion / Action Items
a. BICO Collaborative Board Appointment
I recommend the appointment of Dr. Sara Ahern to the BICO Board for the 2019-
2020 school year.
b. ACCEPT Collaborative Board Appointment
I recommend the appointment of Dr. Sara Ahern to the ACCEPT Board for the
2019-2020 school year.
c. Policy – First Reading
I recommend Policy BGC – Policy Review and Revision return for second
reading at the next meeting.

4. Discussion Only Items
a. none

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]; School Start Times Advisory
Committee [SSTAC], MASC)

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

7. Consent Agenda
a. Minutes
I recommend approval of the minutes of your May 28, 2019 School Committee meeting as detailed.
b. Districtwide Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $330.00 from BJ’s Wholesale Club for inhouse enrichment districtwide as detailed.
c. Keller Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $250.13 from O’Connor Studios for inhouse enrichment at Keller Elementary School as detailed.
d. Davis Thayer Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $165.93 from O’Connor Studios for inhouse enrichment at Davis Thayer Elementary School as detailed.
e. Remington Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $98.50 from Lifetouch National School Studios for in-house enrichment at Remington Middle School as detailed.
f. FHS Scholarship
I recommend acceptance of a check for $2,000.00 from Peter Baglioni for the Fernando P. Baglioni scholarship at FHS.

8. Payment of Bills Dr. Bergen

9. Payroll Mrs. Douglas

10. Correspondence 
– Budget To Actual – Miriam Goodman

11. Executive Session
a. Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, §21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining with the FEA/RN unit as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the School Committee and the chair so declares.

12. Adjournment

The PDF version of this agenda can be found
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/franklinmaps/files/uploads/scagenda_6-11-19.pdf

Other documents released for this agenda can be found
https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/june-11-2019-school-committee-packet

screen grab of the live broadcast by Panther TV of the FHS Class of 2019 Graduation
screen grab of the live broadcast by Panther TV of the FHS Class of 2019 Graduation

FHS baseball and softball teams win to advance in playoffs

Via HockomockSports, we share the results of the FHS sports playoff action on Saturday, June 8, 2019.


Baseball = Super 8 = #4 Lowell, 1 @ #1 Franklin, 7 – Final
– Franklin junior Liam Dailey had one of his performances of his career, nearly going the distance to lead the Panthers to a win over Lowell in the elimination bracket of the Super 8, keeping his team’s season alive. Dailey pitched 8.2 innings, allowing one run on six hits and two walks while striking out eight. Franklin scored two runs in the second, once in the third, fourth, and sixth, and two more in the eighth. Scott Elliott had three hits, including a double, drove in two runs and scored twice while Jake Macchi was 3-for-3 with two doubles, a run, and an RBI for the Panthers. Franklin will look to extend its season when it takes on St. John’s Prep on Monday at Campanelli Stadium with a time to be determined.

Softball = D1 South = #11 Franklin, 9 @ #6 Braintree, 3 – Final
– Braintree cut the deficit to just one run in the sixth inning but Franklin put the game away with five runs in the top of the seventh to earn the upset on the road. The Panthers and Wamps each scored twice in the second but Franklin regained the lead by scoring once in each the third and fourth. Ally Shea had three hits and drove in two runs, Gabby Colace had a pair of hits and scored three runs, and Maggie Hobby had two hits, two RBI, and a run scored. Jackie Cherry had a strong performance in the circle, allowing three runs on six hits while striking out eight. Franklin will travel to #3 Bishop Feehan on Monday at 4:00.

For other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/saturdays-schedule-scoreboard-06-08-19/

Baseball = Super 8 updated bracket
Baseball = Super 8 updated bracket

In the News: FHS graduation; farmers markets in season

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

"With college on the horizon and visions of a bright future looming, Franklin High School graduates turned their tassels to formally end their high school experience. 
During the graduation ceremony on Friday night, seniors took their seats for a final time. 
Principal Paul Peri touted valedictorian Alexandra Krylova’s accomplishments, saying she never once scored less than a 94 in any course, and completed 13 Advanced Placement courses. 
“Alex will undoubtedly accomplish all that she sets out to do,” Peri said."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20190608/franklin-high-grads-told-to-look-to-future

Catch the replay of the graduation broadcast by Panther TV
https://youtu.be/QQIwj7iMtSE

screen grab of the live broadcast by Panther TV
screen grab of the live broadcast by Panther TV
Farmers Markets in MA
"Looking for a spot to pick up fresh farm vegetables, honey, cheese, meat and other delicious delicacies? You’re in luck, because several communities are kicking off their summer farmers markets this month. 
Ashland’s opening day was Saturday, with farmers markets continuing each week on that day through mid-September. Each week carries a different theme, activities for children and entertainment to be performed on the Ashland Arts Alliance stage. 
Hopkinton’s farmers market starts on Sunday on the Hopkinton Common (corner of Marathon Way and Ash Street). Farmers markets will run from 1-5 p.m. on Sundays through Oct. 13."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20190608/farmers-markets-in-full-bloom

MA.gov has an interactive map showing the farmers markets
https://massnrc.org/farmlocator/map.aspx?Type=Farmers%20Markets

Farmers Markets in MA
Farmers Markets in MA

Franklin Garden Club Thanks Local Organizations for Support

Pierina DAscenzo
Pierina DAscenzo
More than 40 senior citizens, including Franklin resident Pierina DAscenzo, shown in photo, created beautiful floral arrangements at a recent ArtWeek activity co-sponsored by the Franklin Garden Club and Franklin Senior Center. 

The Club supplied containers, flowers and instructions, while members assisted the participants in creating the arrangements. The Senior Center helped to recruit participants and provided snacks for the event. 

In addition to the Senior Center, the Franklin Garden Club also wishes to thank Big Y, Hillside Nursery, and Franklin Mill Store for their support which contributed to the success of the event.


Franklin (MA) School Committee recap - May 14, 2019

Catching up to the School Committee meeting recap for the May 14, 2019 session.


  • The Middle and High School education goals and improvement plans updated
  • first reading of policies on Physical Restraint of Students and Emotional Support Dogs were held
  • The School Start Time Advisory Committee was formally dissolved (as planned), the next meeting will have additional info on the planning the School District is continuing to conduct
  • School Choice was approved to NOT accept students again this year
  • The calendar of meetings for the School Committee was approved for 2019-2020


Additional details can be found in my notes as recorded live during the meeting



Documents released for this meeting can be found

The Franklin TV video can be viewed on demand

Davis Thayer school sign
Davis Thayer school sign

Franklin (MA) Town Council - May 8, 2019 - meeting recap

Catching up to some of the meeting summaries that I missed posting, here is the recap for the May 8, 2019 meeting

  • A  bunch of residents from the Skyline Drive neighborhood complained about the shrinking the road surface and reduction of sidewalks in their neighborhood.
  • Roberta Trahan was appointed to the Cultural District Committee
  • La Cantina received approval for their liquor license to be used at the Farmer Market
  • A presentation and overview of the senior housing expansion proposed for near Eaton Place.
  • The legislative delegation: Senator Spilka, Senator Rausch and Representative Roy appeared to provide updates on legislation and the State budget process.

Additional details can be found in my notes recorded live during the meeting


Senator Spilka, Senator Rausch and Representative Roy appeared to provide updates on legislation and the State budget process
Senator Spilka, Senator Rausch and Representative Roy appeared to provide updates on
legislation and the State budget process

senior housing expansion proposed for near Eaton Place
senior housing expansion proposed for near Eaton Place

MassBudget: What is the Actual State Cost of MassHealth?



  MASSBudget     KidsCount
June 7, 2019




What is the Actual State Cost of MassHealth?

Every month, the MassHealth program (Massachusetts' Medicaid program) provides health insurance for more than 1.8 million residents of the Commonwealth: children in low-income households; low-wage workers; elders in nursing homes; people with disabilities; and others with very low incomes who cannot afford insurance. This is more than one-quarter of the Commonwealth's population, including close to half the state's children. Not surprisingly, such a comprehensive program represents a large share of the state's budget. But how much?
Since Medicaid is a partnership between state and federal governments, much of this essential health care coverage is actually paid for by the federal government. MassBudget's new fact sheet, written for the Massachusetts Medicaid Policy Institute, explains that the Fiscal Year (FY) 2019 budget includes approximately $16.7 billion for MassHealth. This total (or "gross" amount) is approximately 36 percent of total state budget appropriations. The federal government then reimburses Massachusetts for more than half this spending. After receiving these reimbursements, the state's net cost for MassHealth is $8.3 billion, 24 percent of the total net budget.
http://massbudget.org/reports/pdf/MassHealth_2019.pdf
MassBudget: What is the Actual State Cost of MassHealth?
Read the full MassBudget fact sheet on the actual cost of MassHealth here

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