FHS indoor track performances for MSTCA Invitational Jan 26, 2020

MSTCA Boys and Girls INVITATIONAL       
LARGE SCHOOLS - 1/26/2020   

RLTAC Robert McIntyre Track - Boston  

                    

Complete Results  

http://www.mstca.org/Winter_Season/Winter%202020/ResultsLarge.htm

FHS filtered results
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1v_vjnfF9VctZpJtFkgCJnupbboBVVIxvaMyOlcDFviE/edit?usp=sharing


Highlights
"Nick Calitri broke the 1000m SCHOOL RECORD"
"Ava Fraulo and Lindsay Morse scored in the high jump placing 3rd and 4th"
"C. Harrington runs a PR in the 600m with a 1:25"

Also on the weekend:

New Balance Grand Prix - Junior Boys Mile

8	Tyler Brogan 4:21.64

Girls 55 Meter Dash

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 Meet Record: *  7.06 1/24/2016   Brooke-Lynn Williams, Norton                

    Name                    Year School     Prelims H#

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  74 Toli, Caroline            11 Franklin 8.12   2 8.114

  92 Fraulo, Ava               10 Franklin 8.23   7 8.229

 99 LeBlanc, Kelsey           11 Franklin 8.40   7

Girls 300 Meter Dash

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 Meet Record: * 39.27  1/31/2011 Rebecca Robinson, Arlington                 

    Name                    Year School     Finals H#

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  1 Ingemi, India             12 Beverly 40.13  13 

   8 Fenerty, Jillian          10 Franklin 42.48  11

 54 Jackson, Lauren           12 Franklin 45.98   4

Girls 600 Meter Run

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 Meet Record: * 1:32.95  1/31/2011 Andrea Keklak, Lincoln-Sudbury H.S.       

    Name                    Year School     Finals H#

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34 Powderly, Samantha        12 Franklin 1:46.12   2

Girls 1000 Meter Run

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 Meet Record: * 2:51.27  1/26/2014 Karina Shepard, Dracut                    

    Name                    Year School     Finals H#

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 23 Hawkins, Sydney           11 Franklin 3:15.30   1

Girls 55 Meter Hurdles

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 Meet Record: *  8.02 1/31/2004   Tiana Riel, Hopkinton H.S.                  

    Name                    Year School     Prelims H#

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Preliminaries

28 Morse, Lindsey            11 Franklin 9.54   8 9.538

Girls 4x200 Meter Relay

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 Meet Record: * 1:43.65  1/31/2010 Boston Latin School, Boston Latin         

                         A Williams, E Rice, T Reid, M Brooks              

    School                                               Finals H#

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 15 Franklin  'A'                             1:51.14 5

Girls 4x400 Meter Relay

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 Meet Record: * 3:54.70  1983 Brookline H.S.                            

    School                                               Finals H#

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  13 Franklin  'A'                             4:22.91 2

Girls 4x800 Meter Relay

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 Meet Record: * 9:30.05  1/27/2013 Narragansett Reg., Narragansett           

                         K Chartier, A Capps, R Capps, K Webb              

    School                                               Finals H#

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   13 Franklin  'A'                             10:27.07 1

Girls High Jump

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 Meet Record: *  5-09 1988   (1.75m) Kyle Emery, Swampscott H.S.         

    Name                    Year School     Finals 

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  1 Lavery, Sarah             12 North Andove 5-06.50  

  3 Fraulo, Ava               10 Franklin J5-02.00  

  4 Morse, Lindsey            11 Franklin J5-02.00 

Boys 600 Meter Run

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 Meet Record: * 1:18.94  1/24/2016 Rodney Agyare-May, Burncoat               

    Name                    Year School     Finals H#

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  1 Levy, Justin              10 Newton South 1:22.58  11 

  7 Harrington, Camden        12 Franklin 1:25.17   7

Boys 1000 Meter Run

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 Meet Record: * 2:27.22  1/27/2013 Mike O'Donnell, Methuen                   

    Name                    Year School     Finals H#

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  1 Grant, Shane              12 Walpole 2:29.54   5 

  3 Calitri, Nicholas         11 Franklin 2:34.18   4

Boys 4x200 Meter Relay

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 Meet Record: * 1:30.61  1/26/2019 Wellesley, Wellesley                      

                         R Reed, D Chalmers, D Olson, C Stakun-Pickering   

    School                                               Finals H#

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   14 Franklin  'A'                             1:34.59 5

Boys 4x800 Meter Relay

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 Meet Record: * 7:59.05  1/26/2019 Lincoln-Sudbury, Lincoln-Sudb             

                         J Ensley, A Shew, J Carter, R Roosa               

    School                                               Finals H#

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 11 Franklin  'A'                             8:42.38 1

Boys Long Jump

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 Meet Record: * 23-01.25  1/26/2019 Adam Yang, Acton-Boxbor                  

    Name                    Year School     Finals H#

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  17 Cummings, Jacob           12 Franklin 20-00.50   4

Coaches Invitational = a success! Nick Calitri broke the 1000m SCHOOL RECORD (1:34.18) and placed 3rd overall‼️Cam Harrinton placed 7th in the 600m and 4x2/4x8 ran strong races🔥 #restthelegs #backtowork

— FHS Boys XC+TF (@FHSPanthersTF) January 26, 2020

The Franklin Girls Track Team competed at the State Coaches Invitational Meet held at the Lewis Center in Boston. Ava Fraulo and Lindsay Morse scored in the high jump placing 3rd and 4th. Many Franklin athletes had personal bests in the meet.

— Coach Bailey (@FranklinHSXC) January 27, 2020

Great performances today at the Coaches Invitational. C. Harrington runs a PR in the 600m with a 1:25, A. Fraulo (3rd) and L. Morse (5th) in HJ both jump 5’2”. Nick Calitri (3rd) sets a new record in the 1000m race with a 2:34.18. pic.twitter.com/FH1OcNpgab

— Coach Bailey (@FranklinHSXC) January 26, 2020

Congrats to Tyler Brogan on running a 4:21 in an 8th place finish at the New Balance Grand Prix‼️

— FHS Boys XC+TF (@FHSPanthersTF) January 26, 2020

Nick Calitri broke the 1000m SCHOOL RECORD

Ava Fraulo and Lindsay Morse scored in the high jump placing 3rd and 4th

Everly Brothers Experience at OCC Coffeehouse - Feb 15

EVERLY BROTHERS EXPERIENCE 

featuring THE ZMED BROTHERS

at OCC Coffeehouse

Saturday, Feb. 15, 2 PM 

(Note the afternoon time)

Since 2016, brothers Zachary and Dylan Zmed, along with their partner and drummer Burleigh Drummond, have celebrated the pivotal music and history of The Everly Brothers legacy with enthusiastic crowds all across the US and overseas in prestigious venues. They say, " The music of the 50's and 60's are nostalgic for us, our parents raised us all on it, and we feel that the Everly's contribution is greatly overlooked, especially by younger generations. Our aim is not to impersonate but to do our best in honoring the aesthetics of their iconic sound and in honoring the important role they played in pioneering the rock n' roll movement, all while having a little fun sharing our own personal story," and they do just that. With a father, (Adrian Zmed) as a traveling singer/dancer/actor (Grease 2, Bachelor Party, T.J. Hooker), and a mother (Barbara) as a second grade teacher in a suburb of Los Angeles, the Zmed Brothers continuously strive to pay homage to their personal roots by always infusing an instinctual blend of entertainment (a la Smothers Brothers) and contextual education in their performance.

The Everly Brothers' career lasted over half a century, they recorded 21 studio albums, sold more than 60 million records world wide, had over 30 billboard top-100 singles, which still to this day is the record for most billboard charting hits of any sibling rock duo ever. They received numerous accolades in their later career, and influenced countless legendary artist that came after them, including The Beatles, Simon and Garfunkel, The Beach Boys, The Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, The Bee Gees, Neil Young..and the list goes on. THE ZMED BROTHERS are absolutely thrilled to be able to contribute to a cause that supports the recognition and preservation of the intimate and singular origins of America's greatest Rock n' Roll singing sibling duo.

Tickets for the concert are $35, available at the church office, 508-384-3110, or at www.musicatocc.org. The event will be in the sanctuary of the church with entry from the side door. 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.

• Original Congregational Church

• 1 East Street, Wrentham, MA 02093

• Phone: 508-384-3110

Everly Brothers Experience at OCC Coffeehouse - Feb 15

"flu season hasn’t even peaked"

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

"Influenza rarely gets the sort of attention that coronavirus has, even though flu has already sickened at least 13 million Americans this winter and killed 6,600 people. In a bad year, the flu kills up to 61,000 Americans.

There’s a deadly virus spreading from state to state. It preys on the most vulnerable, striking the sick and the old without mercy. In just the past few months, it has claimed the lives of at least 39 children.

The virus is influenza, and it poses a far greater threat to Americans than the coronavirus from China that has made headlines around the world.

“When we think about the relative danger of this new coronavirus and influenza, there’s just no comparison,” said Dr. William Schaffner, a professor of preventive medicine and health policy at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee. “Coronavirus will be a blip on the horizon in comparison. The risk is trivial.”

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20200126/coronavirus-terrifies-us-but-another-virus-has-already-killed-6000-in-us

Can flu be treated?

Yes. There are prescription medications called “antiviral drugs” that can be used to treat flu illness. CDC recommends prompt treatment for people who have flu infection or suspected flu infection and who are at high risk of serious flu complications, such as people with asthma, diabetes (including gestational diabetes), or heart disease.

Find out more about flu and treatments at the Centers for Disease Control
https://www.cdc.gov/flu/treatment/whatyoushould.htm

What You Should Know About Flu Antiviral Drugs

"If Weston selects Peri, Franklin will have some big shoes to fill"

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

"School officials may find themselves in search of a new principal for the high school this spring if the current principal is selected to join the Weston Public Schools District.

Franklin High School’s popular principal, Paul Peri, is among three finalists for the same position at Weston High School. Peri announced his candidacy to the community via a letter last week, and the Weston School District released the names of the finalists on Jan. 24.

“After teams of parents, teachers, and administrators reviewed over 40 resumes and applicants completed a data analysis task, we moved forward seven candidates to be interviewed,” Weston Superintendent Dr. Marguerite Connolly noted in a Jan. 24 statement updating the district about the process.

Last week, a group of central office administrators, department heads, high school teachers, parents, and high school students interviewed the candidates and recommended the three finalists. Besides Peri, the finalists also include Weston High School Assistant Principal Kelly Flynn and Somerville High School Assistant Principal Dr. Darius Green."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20200127/franklin-hs-principal-finalist-in-weston

Paul Peri (Twitter profile picture)

Franklin Historical Museum - Chris Woolf - "How Russian meddling impacted the American Revolution" - Feb 9, 2020

As our Second Sunday Speaker Series continues in February 2020, we welcome local resident and historian Chris Woolf as he discusses ‘How Russian meddling impacted the American Revolution’. Russia was one of the great powers of the 18th century and, while far off, its decisions had an impact on the outcome of the American Revolution. 

Although the title of the topic is a little provocative, as it plays on modern headlines, it mostly focuses on two interesting diplomatic events that helped shape the course of the war. It’s a good reminder that the revolution ended the way it did.

Chris Woolf is the ‘History Guy’. He is news Editor of public radio’s The World (the public radio production of the BBC, PRX and WGBH). Also Co-founder and Chief Operating Officer at The Voice Depot. Chris is a storyteller and lover of history who enjoys analyzing and explaining international relations, historical issues, foreign policy, defense issues, military operations, strategic thinking, etc. etc. 

Join us on Sunday, February 9 at 1:10 PM for his historic and unique look at the American War for Independence. 

The Second Sunday Speaker Series is supported by the Friends of the Franklin Historical Museum. The museum is located at 80 West Central Street. We are ADA compliant, admission is always free and donations are gratefully accepted.

Catherine the Great of Russia

FM #195 - Franklin Matters integration update

FM #195

This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 195 in the series, now collaborating with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm).

I want to take a few minutes of your time to provide some updates on how the integration of Franklin Matters with the Franklin TV and Radio operations are going. In case you missed it, at the end of September I retired from my full time corporate position with John Hancock. I chose the timing carefully to allow for me to conduct the candidate interviews in the run up to the Franklin Biennial election in November.

In that effort, I managed to publish the interviews with 19 of 21 of the candidates for the Town Council and School Committee. Some of the interviews were published as audio files, some as text. Most were conducted in person, although some were conducted via email. While I can rest assured that the voters should have been better prepared than previous years. I still found folks who had no idea what I was doing and the information that I was publishing. I will not rest knowing that we did have a small turnout.

On the plus side, the election day results were broadcast live from the FHS gymnasium. Frank Falvey and I conducted on the spot interviews with candidates and others waiting for the results in the gym. We had queued up some segments that were pre-recorded with the Town Clerks Teresa Burr and Nancy Danello, and Franklin historian James Johnston to work into the live broadcast. Frank also prepared about an hour long program with election music that was broadcast as the lead in to our live show.

While I knew going live was going to be a first, that this was also the first time that the Franklin Radio station had ever been live was a surprise to me. I was very nice to find out we had set two records at the same time. I look forward to more live broadcasts. 2020 will a significant election year. The Presidential Primary is in March with the State Primary (includes the MA state senate and representative seats) in September, followed by the Presidential election in November.

In short, the integrations are going well. I am having a great time. I am continuing to learn and share what I learn. I am able to spend more time leisurely walking about town, mostly going from meeting to meeting, My reporting while walking around will be better for the time spent.

I have been provisioned with recording equipment to create a mobile studio. While my own personal device still functions well, I’ll now use it as a back up to the high quality equipment from the studio. As I learn the tips and tricks in using this new equipment, the recordings I make in the smaller Municipal Building conference rooms and 3rd Floor Training room should all sound much better. You will benefit from better audio quality. Franklin TV and Radio will benefit by having my mobile unit expand the coverage they already provide from the Council Chambers, and the studio on 23 Hutchinson St.

In addition to the meetings that I record, I’ll be adding more interviews with key Franklin individuals. For example, Karen Alves, the Senior Center Director, recently provided an outlook at the programs being offered. I have more in process to help us all understand the variety and quality of the offerings that the senior center provides to the seniors, veterans, and to other members of the Franklin community.

Cathleen Liberty, the new Health Director, met with me recently to record the introductory session of what we believe will be a series on the Health Dept and the work they do. EEE caught a lot of news last year and the coronavirus is all over the news currently so we’ll likely be back sooner than later with an update on how Franklin is preparing.

My primary focus for reporting remains to ‘follow the money.’ You will continue to get timely and accurate reporting from the Town Council, School Committee, and Finance Committee meetings.

Given the additional time I have, I will expand my focus to also include items on the ‘quality of life’ here in Franklin. While the budget is a key priority, we also need to have constructive discussions around what we want Franklin to be. How do we prioritize the budget to achieve this? For example, 2028 is coming closer each day. What is 2028? 2028 will be the 250th anniversary of the creation of Franklin.What will life here be like? How much would Ben Franklin recognize? How much would he approve?

Your input will be looked for as the year progresses. For example, what would a web page with Franklin TV, Franklin Radio, and Franklin Matters look like? What info would you expect to find there? These questions and others will come along as we continue to integrate Franklin Matters and its digital news feed into the video and radio feeds. These are exciting times.

You have heard me say before, this podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but I can't do it alone. I can always use your help.

How can you help?

• If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors.
• If you don't like this, please let me know.

Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements.
Thank you for listening.

For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/
If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com

The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana" c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.

I hope you enjoy!

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FM #195 - Franklin Matters integration update

Rotary Club of Franklin to host wine tasting fundraiser @Pour Richard's

From the Wicked Local/Franklin, article of interest for Franklin:

"The Rotary Club of Franklin will host its wine tasting fundraiser from 6 to 8 p.m. Jan. 30 at Pour Richard’s, 14 Grove St., Franklin, with a tasting comparing European and American wines. 

This year the Rotary Club of Franklin celebrates its 90th anniversary. For almost a century, this organization has been serving the Town of Franklin and the surrounding communities of Norfolk, Medway, Wrentham and Bellingham. 

Among the many contributions to these communities, Rotary has consistently provided scholarships to graduating high school seniors. These grants have helped many young people further their education and allowing them to realize their dreams."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://franklin.wickedlocal.com/news/20200124/rotary-club-of-franklin-to-host-wine-tasting-fundraiser

Rotary Club of Franklin to host wine tasting fundraiser @Pour Richard's

Register O'Donnell Promotes Registry of Deeds Internet Research

	Norfolk County Registry of Deeds
	Register O'Donnell Promotes Registry of Deeds Internet Research Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell again reminds Norfolk County residents that you do not have to spend time and money driving to the Registry to view land records since they are available online via the Registry's internet-based document research system at www.norfolkdeeds.org. "Providing secure, accurate and accessible land record information, coupled with our on-site customer service center, is central to our work here at the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds," stated Register O'Donnell. Elaborating on the Registry's research capabilities, O'Donnell noted, "Users are able to research land record information by multiple options, including the name of the property owner and property address. Members of the public can access our internet-based document research system for many endeavors such as determining property ownership, researching land titles, reviewing land plans (only plans which are recorded at the Registry) and finally to confirm that documents affecting a person's property, such as mortgage discharges, have been recorded." The Registry's website also provides information on how to obtain certified copies of land documents. The Registry's certified copy charges are $1.00 per page plus an additional $1.00 per document for postage. In conclusion, Register O'Donnell stated, "Our core mission here at the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds includes providing our users with first-class customer service each and every day. Norfolk County residents and businesses deserve a Registry of Deeds that provides them with access to land record information in an easily accessible and consumer friendly manner. The Registry website www.norfolkdeeds.org does that by bringing the Registry records into your homes and businesses." To learn more about these and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, like us at facebook.com/NorfolkDeeds or follow us on twitter.com/NorfolkDeeds and/or Instagram.com/NorfolkDeeds. The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds is located at 649 High Street in Dedham. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities and others with a need for secure, accurate, accessible land record information. All land record research information can be found on the Registry's website www.norfolkdeeds.org. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center via telephone at (781) 461-6101, or email us at registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org. Register William P. O'Donnell Norfolk County Registry of Deeds email: registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org phone: 781-234-3336 web: http://www.norfolkdeeds.org

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Register O'Donnell Promotes Registry of Deeds Internet Research

FTC Data Shows that the FTC Received Nearly 1.7 Million Fraud Reports, and FTC Lawsuits Returned $232 Million to Consumers in 2019

New data released by the Federal Trade Commission shows that FTC actions led to more than $232 million in refunds to consumers across the country in 2019.

A core part of the FTC's mission is to return money to consumers who are harmed by illegal business practices. Over the last four years, consumers have cashed more than $1 billion in FTC refund checks.

Refunds to Consumers

In addition to refunds, the newly released data also shows that the FTC received 3.2 million reports to its Consumer Sentinel Network in 2019. Reports from around the country about consumer protection issues are a key resource for FTC investigations that stop illegal activities and, when possible, provide refunds to consumers.

The most common type of fraud reported to the FTC in 2019 was imposter scams; government imposter scams, in particular, were the most frequently reported, and up more than 50 percent since 2018. Of all reports received, the top categories were identity theft, imposter scams, telephone and mobile services, online shopping, and credit bureaus.

Refunds to Consumers

Consumer Sentinel Infographic: there were 3.2 million reports in 2019 in which consumers reported losing more than $1.9 billion to fraud.The FTC Act allows the FTC to seek refunds from companies whose actions harm consumers.

Consumer Sentinel Network

During 2019, more than 1.9 million consumers cashed FTC checks received as a result of law enforcement cases. When consumers don't cash their refund checks, the FTC uses that money to send additional mailings to ensure the maximum amount of money is returned to consumers. Any remaining refund money is sent to the U.S. Treasury.

For the first time, data about the FTC's refund program will be available online in an interactive dashboard, including state-by-state and case-by-case breakdowns of the amount refunded to consumers. The dashboard is available at ftc.gov/exploredata.

The FTC's Consumer Sentinel Network is a database that receives reports directly from consumers, as well as from federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies and a number of private partners. The network received 3.2 million reports in 2019, including nearly 1.7 million fraud reports as well as identity theft and other reports.

Consumers reported losing more than $1.9 billion to fraud in 2019, with nearly $667 million lost to imposter scams alone. While scammers target consumers using every possible method of communication, phone calls were the most common. A small percentage of consumers who reported they encountered a fraud over the phone said they actually lost money. When they did, the median individual loss was more than $1,000.

The FTC uses the reports it receives through the Sentinel network as the starting point for most of its law enforcement investigations, and the agency also shares these reports with more than 2,500 law enforcement users around the country. While the FTC does not respond to individual complaints, Sentinel reports are a vital part of the agency's law enforcement mission.

Refunds to Consumers
https://www.ftc.gov/enforcement/cases-proceedings/refunds/data-refunds-consumers

FTC Data to Explore   
https://www.ftc.gov/reports/consumer-sentinel-network-data-book-2019
 

FSPA Musical Theater Program to present “Disaster!” - Feb 1-2

The Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) Musical Theater program will present “Disaster!” at THE BLACK BOX. This features an all-student youth cast on February 1 at 1:00 and 4:00 PM and an all-student teen cast on February 8 at 2:00 and 7:30 PM. Earthquakes, tidal waves, infernos, and the unforgettable songs of the '70s take center stage in Broadway’s side-splitting homage to classic disaster films.

With extensive programs in music, dance, and drama all housed under one roof, FSPA is uniquely positioned to offer an immersive interdisciplinary musical theater experience. Younger students explore the exciting world of musical theater with an introduction to basic skills in singing, acting, and dancing, while older and more advanced students build upon this foundation with increasingly challenging repertoire, technique, and scene work. 

Musical theater history and audition technique round out the department’s hands-on, multi-disciplinary opportunities. Alumni of FSPA’s Musical Theater program have gone on to perform on Broadway, in national tours, regional theater, cruise ships, and other venues around the world.

For tickets to “Disaster!” and more information on FSPA’s offerings, visit www.FSPAonline.com or call 508-528-8668. Performed .

 

FSPA Musical Theater Program to present “Disaster!” - Feb 1-2

Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - Jan 28, 2020

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.”

I. Routine Business
A. Review of Agenda
B. Citizen’s Comments

In the spirit of open communication, “the Committee will hold a public participation segment (also called Citizen’s Comments) about matters 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…. The Committee will hear public comments related to an agenda item when the Chair deems appropriate during the Committee meeting. Topics for discussion during the meeting must be limited to those items listed on the Committee meeting agenda for that evening…. ” - from Policy BEDH

C. FHS Student Representative Comments
D. Superintendent’s Report

II. Guests/Presentations
A. FHS Program of Study Update
B. Homework Update

III. Discussion/Action Items
A. 2020-2021 School Calendar
I recommend adoption of the proposed 2020-2021 School Calendar as discussed.
 https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/disc-action-calendar

B. Policy - First Reading
I recommend moving Policy EEAE – School Bus Safety to a second reading as discussed.
 https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/files/disc-b-policy

IV. Discussion Only Items
A. ACCEPT Annual Report
B. BICO Annual Report

V. Information Matters
A. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports (e.g. Ad Hoc Supt. Evaluation, Ad Hoc Facilities Analysis, Budget, Community Relations/Public Schools Advocacy, Policy, Transportation)
B. School Committee Liaison Reports (e.g. Joint PCC, Substance Abuse Task Force, School Wellness Advisory Council)

VI. New Business
A. To discuss any future agenda items

VII. Consent Agenda
A. Minutes
a. I recommend approval of the minutes from the December 10, 2019 School Committee meeting as detailed.
b. I recommend approval of the revised minutes from the November 26, 2019 School Committee meeting as detailed.

B. FHS Scholarship
I recommend acceptance of three checks totaling $250.00 for the Jacqueline Schaeffer Memorial Scholarship as follows:

• Shanna Culloty Jobin $100.00 
• Sean S. Jobin $100.00 
• Maura C. Schaeffer $ 50.00

C. Davis Thayer Gift
I recommend acceptance of two checks totaling $375.00 as detailed:

• $75.00 Leuders Environmental, Inc. for in-house enrichment
• $300.00 Anonymous donation to pay off lunch balances

D. FHS Gifts
I recommend acceptance of two checks totaling $3,798.15 as detailed:

• $2,798.15 from Lifetouch National School Studio for in-house enrichment
• $1,000.00 from Patriot’s Foundation for Athletic supplies

E. Music Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $1,500.00 from music parents for in- house enrichment as detailed.

F. Remington Gift
I recommend acceptance of a check for $1,535.00 from Lifetouch for in-house enrichment at Remington Middle School as detailed.

G. JFK Gifts
I recommend acceptance of two checks totaling $2,574.00 from the JFK PCC as follows:

• $775.00 – Field Trips
• $1,799.00 – Supplemental Supplies

H. Parmenter Donations
I recommend acceptance of the following donations totaling $6,902.34 for Parmenter Elementary School:

• $3,000.00 worth of Furniture from Cardi’s
• $992.34 from PCC for In-house enrichment
• $1,800.00 Anonymous donation to pay off lunch balances
• $1,110.00 from Hockomock Area YMCA for in-house enrichment

I. UNH Jazz Festival Recurring Field Trip
I recommend approval of the request of Leighanne Rudsit and Matthew Geisinger to take 2 jazz bands and 2 jazz combos to the University of New Hampshire on Saturday, March 14, 2020 for the annual Jazz Festival as detailed.

J. Jefferson Donation
I recommend acceptance of the donation of a Keurig Coffee Machine from Brody Nunley for the Jefferson teacher’s dining room as detailed.

VIII. Payment of Bills Dr. Bergen

IX. Payroll Ms. D’Angelo

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

XI. Adjournment


Shared from the Town of Franklin School Committee agenda doc
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/franklinmaps/files/uploads/scagenda_1-28-20.pdf

 Other documents released before the meeting can be found online
https://www.franklinps.net/district/school-committee/pages/january-28-2020-school-committee-packet

Additional documents will be posted after the meeting.

Franklin, MA: School Committee - Agenda - Jan 28, 2020

Franklin MA: School Committee - Student Service Workshop - Jan 28, 2020

Franklin School Committee 

January 28, 2020

Municipal Building – 3rd Floor Training Room 

6:00 P.M.

This meeting will not be recorded*

 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.”

Call to Order
Student Services Workshop 
Adjournment


*unless prohibited, the meeting will be recorded by Franklin Matters/Franklin TV for audio replay later

Agenda was shared from the Town of Franklin page
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/franklinmaps/files/agendas/scagenda_1-28-20-studsvcwkshop.pdf

For more about Student Services, visit their page
https://www.franklinps.net/district/student-services
 

Franklin MA: School Committee - Student Service Workshop - Jan 28, 2020

Fire Dept removed from Civil Service, OPEB funding reviewed, large solar installations to be denied

The Town Council meeting on Wednesday, Jan 22, 2020 was significant in three major topic arenas.

One: the Fire Dept which historically (at least during my time reporting) has had trouble reaching a contract settlement with the Town has settled a three year contract (2019 to 2022) and agreed to be exempt from civil service. This should enable the Fire Dept and the Town to move forward to meet the challenges of rising call volume and appropriate staffing by removing some of the complications of civil service. The measure, though approved, does need State House legislation action to get a 'home rule' approved to make this effective.

Two: while the OPEB (Other Post Employment Benefits) account is still underfunded, the Town has taken measures to move to the 'top quartile' of its peers in funding percentage. The light can be seen at the end of the tunnel when in about 2030, the Pension funding dollars can be shifted to the OPEB account to help begin to make up the deficit towards fully funding the OPEB liability. So while OPEB is still underfunded, it is not the big heavy weight that is hanging over Franklin (1) as long as the Town continues to increase its funding (as it has) and (2) shifts the Pension money when it can (approx. 2030).

Three: two more of the zoning bylaw changes to clean up the plot lines were referred to the Planning Board. Separately, a change to the solar bylaw to remove the large commercial installations from the bylaw as permitted was also referred to the Planning Board. The Planning Board will hold public hearings on these measures, make any adjustments (if necessary) and then return them to the Town Council. The Council will also hold two public readings before voting on the 'final' language.

Additional details on these items can be found in my notes reported live during the meeting. 

The Actions Taken document has not yet been published by the Town. A link to that will be added when it is. 

The video will be available for replay by Franklin TV.

• Live reporting: Return from Exec Session to Closing

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2020/01/live-reporting-return-from-exec-session.html

• Live reporting - to Executive Session

 https://www.franklinmatters.org/2020/01/live-reporting-to-executive-session.html

• Live reporting: Legislation for action

 https://www.franklinmatters.org/2020/01/live-reporting-legislation-for-action_22.html

• Live reporting: OPEB Update, etc.

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2020/01/live-reporting-opeb-update-etc.html

• Live reporting: Town Council - Jan 22, 2020

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2020/01/live-reporting-town-council-jan-22-2020.html

Fire Dept removed from Civil Service, OPEB funding reviewed, large solar installations to be denied

FHS wrestling team finishes in top 5 at Timberlane Invitational

Via HockomockSports.com, we share the results of FHS winter sports action on Saturday

Wrestling = Timberlane (NH) Invitational (Franklin, Mansfield)
– Both Franklin and Mansfield finished in the top five in the team standings at the Timberlane Invitational. The Panthers had one individual champion, a second place finish, five grapplers take third while the Hornets had two champions, one second place finish, and three wrestlers take fourth. 

Franklin’s Dom Sackley won the 160 bracket, Mansfield’s Antonios Sevastos went 3-0 to take first at 126, and CJ Glaropoulos needed just 1:19 total to get three wins and take first at 170 for the Hornets. 

Finishing second included Franklin’s Kenny Sauer (152) and Mansfield’s Noah Jellenik (220). Drew DiFilippo (120), Jake Carlucci (132), Alex Fracassa (145), Liam Cogavin (170), and Dylan Nawn (182) all finished third for the Panthers while Mansfield’s Noah Price (120), Will Stratton (145), and Ciaran Connolly (160) each finished fourth.

Girls Hockey = Franklin, 1 @ Norwood, 2 – Final

Boys Hockey = Franklin, 1 @ Canton, 3 – Final
Ryan Lanigan, founder and Editor-in-Chief of HockomockSports.com, provides the game recap:

"It was a championship theme inside the Canton Ice House on Saturday afternoon.

It started with a pregame ceremony honoring the 10th anniversary of Canton’s 2010 D2 State Championship squad and it ended with the 2020 Bulldogs clinching the program’s 10th straight Davenport division title with a 3-1 win over rival Franklin.

The Canton boys hockey team is the only program in the entire Hockomock League in any sport to win ten 10 straight division championships. The Bulldogs are the only team to win a Davenport title for boys hockey, winning every year of the decade since the league split into two divisions.

“It’s a great thing, we’re very lucky to be apart of something like this here in Canton,” said Bulldogs coach Brian Shuman, who quickly went from one rink to the other inside the Ice House, coaching a 6th/7th grade Canton youth team immediately following the Bulldogs’ win over Franklin. “All of these guys were watching our game before coming over here for their game, and all of our guys watched the teams before them.”

Continue reading the boys hockey game recap:
https://hockomocksports.com/canton-boys-hockey-franklin-clinch-10th-straight-davenport-title/

For a Photo Gallery from this game:
https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/2019-2020/Winter-2019-2020/Canton-Franklin-Boys-Hockey-01-25-20/

For other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/saturdays-schedule-scoreboard-01-25-20/

FHS Kyle Hedvig skates ahead of Canton (HockomockSports.com photo)