Rep Roy: What's happening in the district - October 2019

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House passes college closure bill Earlier this month, I took the House floor as Chair of the Higher Education Committee to advance a bill that will improve financial stability in higher education. Designed as a response to the closing of Mt. Ida College in 2018, and a wave of other higher education closures, the legislation requires schools to post financial information online in a publicly accessible fashion, undergo regular budgetary screening, alert state officials if they face imminent closure, and more. The new accountability measures will foster the resilience of our institutions of higher learning and ensure that our students have access to the opportunities they are counting on. This legislation supports and strengthens our higher education system and these vital engines of opportunity, and in so doing, protects the interests of students and families. I was proud to stand up for students, their families and the education community. When students invest in their future, they deserve to know that their college stands on a solid foundation. You can view the text of the legislation by clicking here. You can view the video of the speech I delivered by clicking here. You can read the Milford Daily News report on the bill by clicking here Legislation https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4099       YouTube link to video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yif9z11_-jQ Milford Daily/Wicked Local link to coverage https://franklin.wickedlocal.com/news/20191002/house-set-to-advance-college-closure-bill Public Higher Ed Campus Tours The Joint Committee on Higher Education began started on its mission to visit all 29 public colleges and universities in the commonwealth on Friday, September 27. The tour began in North Adams at the beautiful Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, tucked in the Berkshires in northwestern Massachusetts. Over the next several months, the Committee will be visiting each campus to get a first-hand look at the facilities, meet with faculty and administrators, and hear from students about their experiences. The tours will include meetings with campus leaders, faculty, staff, and students at each of the institutions. So far, we have also toured Berkshire Community College, UMass Amherst, and Greenfield Community College. On Friday, October 18 we head to Salem State University and North Shore Community College. "It's ambitious, but when appointed to chair this committee, one of the very first things I did was to print out a map of the 29 public institutions in the Commonwealth to plan the trip," said Representative Roy. "We want to experience what life is like on these campuses which should provide a better context for the budget and legislative decisions we make. And the tours will provide an up close and personal view of each campus to give us a better perspective on the issues faced by those in each academic community." You can see photos from our tours on Facebook by clicking here. Read More   Copyright © 2019 State Rep Jeff Roy, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you either contacted our office or indicated you wanted to keep updated on the 10th Norfolk District and things going on at the State House. Our mailing address is: State Rep Jeff Roy State House Room 43 Boston, MA 02133

Timeless Crossfit and Fitness Holiday Open House - November 23

It's that time of year again!

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We are extending a Vendor Invitation to your local business for our Timeless Holiday OPEN HOUSE on November 23rd, 4-8 PM.

We are proud to partner with many small business' in the Franklin area. Your participation will ensure exposure to holiday shoppers and a night of connecting with residents of Franklin and surrounding towns. 

We have LIMITED space this year and would like your commitment by October 21st, 2019!

To secure your spot please register your business by sending an email to jen@timelesscrossfit.com
 
There is a $25.00 Vendor Registration Fee

Looking forward to sharing such an exciting night with you, supporting your business, and celebrating a night of fun and holiday shopping for all!

Timeless CrossFit and Fitness

90 Hayward Street

Franklin MA 02038

Timeless Crossfit and Fitness Holiday Open House - November 23

2nd Annual Thanksgiving Pie Sale at St. Mary’s Church

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

The Knights of Columbus, Sacred Heart Council 1847, Franklin is running its 2nd Annual Thanksgiving Pie Sale at St. Mary’s Church in Franklin.

Flyers and order forms will be passed out after the Masses on Saturday, and after Masses on Sunday, Oct. 19 and 20. The Knights will collect orders and accept payment after the Masses on Saturdays and Sundays, Oct. 26 and 27, and Nov. 2 and 3 at the back of St. Mary’s church.

Pies will be made by the Mann’s Orchards and Bakery. Flavors will be the same as last year: Apple, pecan, pumpkin and blueberry. Pies are $15.

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20191015/franklin-knights-holding-annual-thanksgiving-pie-sale

 

Live reporting: Consent Agenda to Closing

5. Information Matters
a. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports 

Budget 
adjustment possible coming for approval via Town Council at 10/16 meeting
hand out at Harvest Festival; also on web page (Budget)
budget workshop 10/29, alignment with Portrait of a graduate

Community Relations
Harvest Festival was a success
thanks for newsletter, over 1800 views

Oct 21, 6:30 - 8 at FHS focus on social media
1/5 middle and 1/3 high school spend over 3 hours on social media on the school day
how to navigate the complex world today; guest speakers
aimed to parents of middle and high school students
elementary advised not to attend
flyer out, looking to promote
yes, you can also get home to see Patriots game

Policy 
next meeting the 24th

Public Schools Advocacy
Feb 4, 2020 Rausch and Roy confirmed

b. School Committee Liaison Reports 

Joint PCC
amount of money that the PCC raise for enrichment activities

Substance Abuse Task Force
ride home work complete, ready for distribution

School Wellness Advisory Council [SWAC]
last tuesday of the month


6. New Business
a. To discuss any future agenda items
budget workshop, Oct 1 enrollment report
MASC resolutions to vote on
planning for future trips; forward outlook  coming

Harlem Wizards coming Nov 22 sponsorships available

7. Consent Agenda
a. Minutes
I recommend approval of the minutes from the September 24, 2019 School Committee meeting as detailed.
b. Executive Session Minutes
I recommend approval of the minutes from the September 24, 2019 Executive Session of the School Committee meeting to be released as detailed.
c. Keller Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $2,844.00 from the Keller PCC for field trips as detailed.
d. Recurring New Hampshire Primary Trip
I recommend approval of the request of Mike Walsh to travel to New Hampshire for the presidential primary on February 10, 2020 as detailed.
e. JFK Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $625.00 from the JFK PCC for field trips as detailed.
f. Recurring FHS Music Trip to NY City
I recommend approval of the request of Leighanne Rudsit, Diane Plouffe and Olivia Goliger to take FHS Band, Chorus and Orchestra students to New York City to see a Broadway Show and the Metropolitan Opera from April 18-19, 2020 as detailed.

motion to approve consent agenda; seconded, passed 7-0


8. Payment of Bills Dr. Bergen

9. Payroll Mrs. Douglas

10. Correspondence

11. Adjournment
motion to adjourn, seconded, passed 7-0


Documents released for this meeting can be found on the Town of Franklin Schools page
https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/october-15-2019-school-committee-packet

Live reporting: Discussion Only Items

4. Discussion Only Items
a. MASC Resolutions 2019
https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/masc-resolutions

1. Resolution 1: Banning Polystyrene from Schools
2. Resolution 2: Pertaining to Educator Diversity and Professional Licensure
3. Resolution 3: School Transportation
4. Resolution 4: Climate Change
5. Resolution 5: Full Funding of Transportation Costs for Students in Foster Care and State Care
6. Resolution 6: Universal Quality Pre-Kindergarten Access in Massachusetts
7. Resolution 7: Poverty and Children
8. Resolution 8: Resolution for Access to Menstrual Supplies
9. Resolution 9: Charter School Reform

b. BICO Quarterly Report
https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/bico-quarterly-rpt

one of 2 collaboratives to which Franklin belongs
enrolled 6 students from Franklin

Live reporting: Discussion - Action Items

3. Discussion / Action Items
a. Policy – 2nd Reading/Adoption
I recommend adoption of the following policies as discussed: 

• BEDB – Order of Business
• BEDH – Public Participation

https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/current-bedb-0
https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/current-bedh-0

motion to approve, seconded, passed 7-0


b. Superintendent’s Contract
The Chair recommends approval of the Superintendent’s Contract as Discussed.

1% increase in alignment with all the other contracts; 6 year contract offer to help maintain continuity

going forward the future increases would be consistent with other contract agreements

Live reporting: School Committee - October 15, 2019

Present: Feeley, Linden, Douglas, Scofield (late), Bergen, Schultz, Zub
Absent:


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 (Dan Harrington, Ally Ivers)
Fri Oct 25, homecoming football game vs. Taunton
Sat Oct 26, homecoming dance

senior nights for various sports coming up
Elisha Project volunteer work by FHS team

early decision coming up Nov 1 for colleges

d. Superintendent’s Report
middle schools excited by author visit coming up in November
book fair at Unlikely Story 20% donated back to schools
drop and read in middle schools
author visit to Unlikely Story sign up for

Professional development across the district
brought folks together across the buildings
roles, responsibilities around student learning
smaller group work coming Nov 5

family and community education team, empathy focus

great time at the Harvest Festival, thousands appeared
thanks to the DECA students who participated
raised money by selling Panther gear


2. Guests / Presentations

• a. FHS Europe Trip Recap – Kevin McCarthy, Mike Walsh, FHS Students

thank you to all who permitted us to take part in this trip

large and logistically challenging trip

your faith in us was well placed

66 FHS students participated in the trip

mattress fund raiser achieved 7K to help defray the costs

• b. NEASC Two-Year Update – Paul Peri, William Klements

did receive our accreditation

9 highlighted recommendations

did take action on those

3 were completed outright

6 of the 9 deal with 21st century and connected with Portrait of a Graduate

3 completed

• Advisory program
• overcrowding in cafe and fitness center; seniors eating in Media Center
• District moved to Google

21st century skills

8 of the 9 of these are FHS admin, the 9th to the School Committee

find time in schedule for cross planning, scheduling task force in planning stage

whole school and student progress measures

data analysis

dependable funding to support staffing

per NEASC the most important work will always be "in progress"

• c. Health & Wellness Curriculum Presentation – Kristin Letendre

Dr Edwards joined Kristin to present overview (copy of doc to be added later)

150 minutes at elem, 225 at secondary, we fall far short of these recommendations

vaping increasing

slide captures to b added along with presentation copy

PE and Health update to School Committee meeting shared these 2 slides; full presentation available Weds #schcomm1015 pic.twitter.com/tkBNZfxl4J

— Steve Sherlock (@FranklinMatters) October 15, 2019

students no longer get nutrition education at high school given other demands for instruction

@FPSHealthPE Health Twitter feed more active, quarterly newsletter actually getting out monthly

wish list:

• at least another 30 mins at elementary
• middle school going to every other day
• FHS, expand beyond the 9th and 10th grade levels

resources and schedule changes would both be required, both also require budget prioritization; had requested a PE/Health teacher last budget and didn't get it

5.2 FTE to cover 9/10; would need to add those numbers also to cover the 11/12 classes as well

there are some mitigations available via the advisory opportunities that are not direct instruction but can offer an alternative for those in need

Kristen sending letter later this week on health course with a video link and narration on the changes

Franklin Art Association’s Showcase through Nov 10

The Franklin Art Association’s Showcase of original fine art by FAA members is currently on display at The Morini Gallery, 377 N. Main Street, Mansfield, Massachusetts, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Monday through Friday until November 10, 2019.

The show, which is free and open to the public, features over thirty pieces of original art in a juried show. Award-winning artwork includes: 

• First Place for Lisa G. Bailey’s watercolor, “Pedaling Memories;” 
• Second Place for Margaret Munson’s photograph, “Chihuly Glass Below Seattle Space Needle;” 
• Third Place for Dongling Su’s photograph, “Spring in a Small Village;” 
• Honorable Mentions for Susan Plume’s watercolor, “Pumpkin;” Christine Toubeau’s acrylic, “Future Awash;” and Margaret Munson’s pastel, “Morning Ray of Hope 2.”

Theater patrons for the Mass Music & Arts Society Black Box Theater & Morini Gallery (https://mmas.org/) are also able to enjoy the showcase before show performances and during intermission.

For more information about the FAA, go to www.franklinart.org

Margaret Munson photograph receives 2nd place ribbon at Morini Gallery Art Exihibit

Susan Plume watercolor receives honorable mention at Morini Gallery Art Exhibit

St John's Pumpkin Patch - Oct 18 to 31

The St John's Pumpkin Patch will open this Friday, October 18 and will be open every day through Halloween from 11:30 AM - 7:30 PM.

Where is the Pumpkin Patch? 237 Pleasant St, Franklin

Guess how many candy corn are in the jar at the checkout desk, and win a Halloween basket, provided by Girl Scout Troop 82533.

Storytime at the Patch: Brian Poirier, the leader of Cub Scout Pack 126 will read a variety of Halloween stories from Noon-1 PM this Friday and Saturday.

Thanks to our scouting friends for adding extra fun and sweetness to our patch.

Trunk-or-Treat at the Patch: This Saturday from 5-7 PM wear your costume and join us for chili and trunk-or-treating.


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The Rev. Kathy McAdams, Rector
St. John's Episcopal Church, Franklin, MA
I'm off on Tuesdays and Saturdays, but call my cell in an emergency cell) 857-237-9428

www.StJohnsFranklinMA.org

"Be ashamed to die until you have won some victory for humanity."

- Horace Mann, native of Franklin, MA

St John's Pumpkin Patch - Oct 18 to 31

In the Globe: "Familiarity has been key to the success of these dynamic passing duos"

In case you missed it, the Boston Globe has an article on football friendship for quarterback and receiver duos. One of the pairs in the article is Franklin's own Thomas Gasbarro and Jake Davis

"The same can be said for Franklin’s Thomas Gasbarro and Jake Davis, who began playing Pop Warner together in fifth grade.

As a junior, Davis caught five passes and two touchdowns from all-scholastic Nick Gordon, but this year, he’s leading D1 with seven touchdowns and has 387 yards on 23 receptions through four games.

While that spike in production can be attributed to increased opportunity, the fact that Davis is catching passes from old friend Thomas Gasbarro can’t be overlooked.

The best friends rode that momentum into a successful freshman campaign, then teamed up in the defensive secondary the past two years for the Panthers varsity squad."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.bostonglobe.com/sports/high-schools/2019/10/10/schfbprev/Ddh5IWvjtgbC9lOXyOBUEI/story.html?

Franklin’s passing duo of quarterback Tom Gasbarro (14) and receiver Jake Davis (23) have developed a rapport since they began playing Pop Warner together as fifth graders. Jen Papa

FHS boys soccer drop game to Xaverian 1-2

Via HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the FHS fall sports action on Monday, Oct 14, 2019

Boys Soccer = Franklin, 1 vs. Xaverian, 2 – Final


For other results around the Hockomock League on Monday
https://hockomocksports.com/mondays-schedule-scoreboard-10-14-19/

FHS boys soccer drop game to Xaverian 1-2

Franklin Demonstration - Saturday, Oct 19

The Franklin Democrats are planning to demonstrate against the Trump administration again on Saturday, October 19, from 10:00 to 12:00 o'clock. They will meet in front of Piezoni's Restaurant, 150 Emmons Street, at the intersection of Emmons and West Central.

As before, participants can make signs or just show up.

Franklin Democrats plan a similar protest on Nov 16. 

FHS Unified basketball fund raising game vs Police, Fire and FHS Admin - Oct 16

The FHS Unified basketball team will be challenging the FHS Administration, the Franklin Police, and the Franklin Fire to basketball games on Wednesday, Oct 16

Games begin at 5:30 PM at Franklin High School

Admission is free with a donation. 

supportourtroops.org is in need of the following: Visa and MasterCard gift cards, individual personal hygiene items disposable razors, wet wipes, chap sticks, deodorant, q-tips, beef jerky, slim jims, gum, mints, hard carny, nuts, protein bars...


Don't miss out on the fun -@franklinpolice vs @FranklinUnified vs @FranklinFire vs @FranklinHS  #unifiedcommunity #SupportOurTroops

FHS Unified basketball fund raising game vs Police, Fire and FHS Admin - Oct 16

Shared from Twitter
https://twitter.com/kateluvs2laugh/status/1183908694456705024

Franklin School Committee News - October 2019

Catching up to share the most recent Franklin School Committee News

You can also read this on the smore webpage
https://www.smore.com/aqgr5-franklin-school-committee-news

Franklin School Committee News - October 2019

Recreation Dept raising awareness on trash vs. recycling

"We are trying to do our best as a community to raise awareness of what is trash and what is recycling at Franklin fields. We put out two attachments which should help educate the public. Perhaps we can share this with the kids so they can help with our recycling efforts in Town."

 Via @FranklinRec   https://twitter.com/FranklinRec/status/1181585722668699649

raising awareness on trash vs. recycling 1

raising awareness on trash vs. recycling 2

Lifelong Community Learning Announces Nov. 16 Workshop Series - "Covering the Child Care Bases"

Lifelong Community Learning has scheduled a Saturday, Nov. 16 childcare education workshop series for caregivers titled “Covering the Child Care Bases” with Donna Shea. 

This series runs from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM and will take place at Franklin High School. The cost to participants is $75. Pre-registration is required. 

The timely series will cover the following topics:

*8:45-10 AM - Supporting the Anxious Child - Anxiety in children can often present itself as a behavior problem. This workshop will explore anxiety in children and its impact on behavior. It will include learning how to recognize anxiety, knowing the questions to ask & strategies to help a child manage their worries.

*10:15-11:30 AM - What is Your Peersonality? Evaluating Soft Skills in the Workplace - This workshop focuses on soft skills (social skills) for adults in the workplace. In this workshop, we take a look at the different barriers that adults face & different personalities that play into social success at work.

*11:45-1 PM Shshh! - This Is the Library: How to Deal with Clients & Customer-Challenging Public Behaviors - Employees of public places often experience the need to service clients & customers who may exhibit challenging behaviors. We will discuss how to look beyond the actual behavior to what need the client may actually have along with strategies to help defuse challenging situations.

For more information and to register, go to www.FranklinLifelongLearning.com, click on Lifelong Community Learning. You can also call Lifelong Community Learning at 508-613-1480 for more information.

ABOUT US: Lifelong Community Learning is a program of the Franklin Public Schools Lifelong Learning Institute, dedicated to providing diverse and enriched education and experiences for all area residents and children – a resource for all ages.

NOTE: If you would like more information about this topic, please contact Brenda Reed at 508-613-1483 or email at reedb@franklinps.net.

 

Lifelong Community Learning Announces Nov. 16 Workshop Series - "Covering the Child Care Bases"

The Brothers Four play the OCC Coffeehouse - Nov 8

50 Great Years! Now proudly celebrating their Golden Anniversary! The smooth musical sounds of The Brothers Four have delighted millions for five exciting decades. Folk Songs and Love Songs from America, Europe, Africa and Asia round out a fabulous repertoire of acoustic tunes old and new.

The Brothers Four have played thousands of college concerts, serenaded four U.S. presidents at the White House, appeared at countless Community Concerts, performed with symphony orchestras and jazz stars and entertained in dozens of foreign countries. Internationally acclaimed, they are truly "America's Musical Ambassadors to the World." Musical million-sellers for The Brothers Four include such releases as Greenfields, Yellow Bird, Try to Remember, Across the Wide Missouri. Their hit recording of The Green Leaves of Summer from the motion picture "The Alamo" was nominated for an Academy Award and they performed the song at the awards presentation for the global network telecast.

Fraternity brothers at the University of Washington in Seattle, The Brothers Four began singing together in 1956 and by the 1960s they had become America's Musical Ambassadors to the World. They were pioneers in the musical movement which came to be know as the "folk revival", and of the few groups from those times still performing today, they remain one of the best known and most popular. Their all-acoustic presentation consists of guitars, banjo, mandolin, upright bass, and of course the trademark rich blend of their four voices. An evening with this quartet is an unforgettable time of pure, acoustic music and entertainment.

The full-time lineup of The Brothers Four, as solid as ever, now includes Mike McCoy, a veteran folk performer and singer/songwriter, a native of Washington State who has performed with The Brothers Four on special recording projects and occasional stage presentations since the late 1960's; Washington native, Karl Olsen, folk performer, choral director, writer and arranger, the latest addition to the group, blending his sparkling vocal and guitar skills smoothly into the sound of The Brothers Four; Washington State's Mark Pearson, guitarist, banjo player extraordinaire and singer/songwriter who has been such a strong and consistent part of the Group's signature sound since he originally joined in the late 1960's; along with Founding Member, Seattle native, Bob Flick, bass player, group leader and singer/songwriter.

Tickets for the concert are $35 in advance and $40 at the door, available at the church office, 508-384-3110, or at www.musicatocc.org. The event will be in the Sanctuary at the front of the church with entry from the door on Dedham Street (Route 1A). Parking is available behind the church and in the lot across the street. For more information and to be added to the mailing list, visit the website or contact Ken Graves, 508-384-8084, occmusic99@gmail.com.

THE BROTHERS FOUR at OCC Coffeehouse Friday, Nov. 8, 7:30 PM

The Brothers Four play the OCC Coffeehouse - Nov 8

Last day to register for the Nov 5 Election is Wednesday, Oct 16

The Franklin Election will be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2019. If you have not yet registered to vote, the deadline to register is Wednesday, October 16th.

You can also register online at www.registertovotema.com

Last day to register for the Nov 5 Election is Wednesday, Oct 16

Consider voting by absentee ballot
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/10/consider-voting-via-absentee-ballot-for.html

For additional info on the election process visit the Town Clerk page
https://www.franklinma.gov/town-clerk

For additional info on the candidates visit the Election Collection
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2019/07/franklin-election-collection-2019.html