- The meeting focused on the next level of the District Improvement Plan which was introduced in the prior meeting. Administrators from the High school and middle schools, then the elementary schools presented how their goals are tied and support the overall goals
- As revealed during the presentations and follow on clarification, the goals are intended to be consistent across the district. The goals focus on the key efforts underway and refining within them, for example in social emotional learning (SEL)
- During the discussion the cost of the multi-tiered levels of support was raised, and the answer was impactful - "What is the cost of not providing it (such support)?"
- As the improvement plans came up for a vote to approve, the vote passed 6-0 on the plans as modified during the discussion (minor adjustment to a piece of the elementary section)
- ACCEPT Quarterly Report -> https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/accept_quarterly_report.pdfBICO Quarterly Report -> https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/bico_quarterly_report.pdf
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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Franklin School Committee hears and approves of the school improvement plans from all the schools in the District (video)
FHS volleyball, golf, girls soccer, and girls & boys cross country teams post wins on Tuesday
Very hard fought 1-0 win against N. Attleboro‼️G2 to Ava V for her first varsity goal and the only goal‼️ Big next game vs. Canton @ HOME 4:00
Franklin wins in three sets against a talented Lincoln- Sudbury team!FHS JV and Freshman both posted wins as well. https://twitter.com/FHS_VB_Boosters/status/1706813984744050730
Panthers get back on winning track with a huge road win at Heather Hills CC over North Attleborough 152-156Tyler O'Brien & Caden Sullivan both with 36'sCJ Steel, Jack Nelson & Liam Lewandowski each shot 40.Panthers go to 8-1 on the season.
Tough hard fought meet today by the boys team who pulled out ahead of KP 22-33. Top athletes were Pink (1st), Huff (3rd), Scotland (5th), Halter (6th), and J. Diehl (7th). Shout out to KP who gave us a great race and congrats to J. Halter who earned the athlete of the meet! https://twitter.com/FranklinHSXC/status/1706836815322210454
Franklin Girls XC defeats KP 18-42. They were led by the duo of Morrison(1st) and Batla(2), in the 3.03 Mile Race. Other scorers included Baker (4th), Sweeney (5th) and Pruitt (6th). The Franklin Girls’ record is 3-0 in the Hockomock League’s Kelley- Rex Division.
FHS Panther sports results shared via subscription to HockomockSports.com |
Car seat installations and inspections at New England Chapel - Oct 7 from 10 to 1 PM
Senator Rausch to host community town halls; including Franklin on Oct 16
Senator Becca Rausch (D-Needham) will host community town halls this Fall in the Southern, Northern, South Central, and Central regions of her district.
During these town halls, Senator Rausch will provide legislative updates, local and statewide budget victories, and offer residents an opportunity to share their questions, concerns, and challenges.
Senator Rausch to host town halls |
Senator Rausch will host four community town halls throughout the district, as follows:
Northern Region
Monday, October 2, 2023, 6 PM
Needham Town Hall, 1471 Highland Ave, Needham
Southern Region
Monday, October 16, 2023, 6 PM
Franklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill St, Franklin
Central Region
Monday, October 30, 2023, 6 PM
Norfolk Library, 2 Liberty Ln, Norfolk
These town halls are open exclusively to residents of the towns comprising the Norfolk, Worcester and Middlesex District: Bellingham, Dover, Franklin, Medfield, Milford, Millis, Needham, Norfolk, Plainville, Sherborn, and Wrentham.
For more information, please visit www.beccarauschma.com/
Senator Becca Rausch represents the Norfolk, Worcester and Middlesex District, comprised of Bellingham, Dover, Franklin, Medfield, Milford, Millis, Needham, Norfolk, Plainville, Sherborn, and Wrentham. Now in her third term, Senator Rausch serves as the Senate Chair of the Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources, the Senate Vice Chair of the Joint Committee on Children, Families, and Persons with Disabilities, and the Vice Chair of the Senate Committee on the Census.
Support the Franklin Music Boosters fund raising effort at Jersey Mike's Thursday, Sep 28
"Support the Franklin Music Boosters and enjoy some awesome food from Jersey Mike's!
Dine in or take out on Thursday, September 28th from 4-8, and 20% of purchase goes to the Boosters!!!
YUM!!!!!"
Shared from -> https://twitter.com/MusicBoostersFr/status/1706440763502928121
Support the Franklin Music Boosters fund raising effort at Jersey Mike's Thursday, Sep 28 |
El Nino could be super
"A fast-forming and strengthening El Niño climate pattern could peak this winter as one of the most intense ever observed, according to an experimental forecast released Tuesday. The new prediction system suggested it could reach top-tier “super” El Niño strength, a level that in the past has unleashed deadly fires, drought, heat waves, floods and mudslides around the world.This time, El Niño is developing alongside an unprecedented surge in global temperatures that scientists say have increased the likelihood of brutal heat waves and deadly floods of the kind seen in recent weeks."
Franklin TV and wfpr.fm schedule for Wednesday, Sep 27, 2023
- wfpr.fm or 102.9 on the FM dial = Wednesday
9:00 AM 12:00 Noon and 6:00 PM Franklin Matters Radio/FPS Voice – Steve Sherlock
Franklin and its local government, services and events (repeats Saturday at 9 AM)
- This slot features the most recent Making Sense of Climate episode with State Rep Jeff Roy -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/09/st-rep-jeff-roy-joins-ted-i-in-this.html
- In this episode hosts Kim Simone and Mark Lenzi Are You Ready For Some Football.....And Wine? -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/09/wonderful-world-of-wine-www-episode-246.html
- This slot features the most recent Talk Franklin episode with Town Administrator Jamie Hellen & Deputy Administrator Amy Frigulietti https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/09/jamie-amy-provide-updates-on-fincom.html
- Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 6, Verizon 26) = WEDNESDAY
- Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel (Comcast 8, Verizon 28) = WEDNESDAY
- Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 9, Verizon 29) = WEDNESDAY
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
September Is National Preparedness Month. Are You Prepared?
Today as I write this on September 11, 2023. I feel it appropriate to remind others that September is National Preparedness Month. This was established in 2003 by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). I have personally observed those who roll their eyes slightly annoyed at the campaign. However, I am here to tell you it is not to be taken lightly. If the 9-11 event of 2001 did not alter your perception of self-reliance and situational awareness, I am not sure what will.
Most Americans recall where they were that horrific day. In addition, others may remember how hurricanes such as Ian in 2022, Sandy in 2012, Katrina in 2005, or the recent wildfire in Maui impacted their lives.
I personally lost seven co-workers in the towers that day. Six I worked with personally at different times during my career. One met her fiancé while they both worked for the department I managed. Everyone has a connection somehow from that day. Many experienced a first-hand loss and others, as an American and basic human sensed the losses as if they were their own.
Additionally, I have had other personal experiences with unexpected emergencies. I traveled to Manhattan for a day work trip with only my laptop and the shirt on my back. I walked off an elevator into a cab and did not make it to the first traffic light before realizing that the entire city had encountered the second-largest blackout in North East history in August 2003. I got out of the cab and walked block after block in 90-degree temps without water, without a cell phone, and not knowing where I was heading. The sea of people flooded the streets getting out of work at 5 PM walking elbow to elbow. The only way to get home was to walk. The problem was I lived in Massachusetts. That was the day I vowed to always be prepared. Never again was I not going to be able to survive on my own. I vowed to always carry on my person what I would need to handle most situations.
Each individual needs to learn to be responsible for oneself. We cannot always rely on the safety of our National Guard, Power Linemen, Police, Fire, Doctors, and Nurses. We need to do our part to take responsibility to respond to our immediate needs at all times. This includes at the workplace, school, grocery shopping, or away on vacation.
One would easily agree that we cannot live in fear, nor should we. However, we can now take simple steps and actions to help and possibly save our lives. I encourage you to spend time reviewing the various Tool Kits, Animal Graphics, Disabilities Guides, and Older Adult references on sites such as ready.gov, fema.gov, redcross.org, or environmental emergencies information at epa.gov. Each site has extensive checklists, contact phone numbers, and additional links to help you and your family get prepared for the unexpected.
FEMA sets a theme each year to promote self-reliance. This year it is Take Control 1,2,3. It focuses on preparing the older adult community for disasters. In 2022 it was to help establish a lasting legacy for you and your family in preparedness. If you begin to take action now, others in your family and extended family may follow. Setting an example and teaching your children simple things such as keeping a flashlight next to each bedside or storing extra water in the home will be a great start. Mentoring now can set the tone for their future.
In the current tumultuous political climate and the endless changes in weather, things happen and will continue to do so. Our population is too vast to expect municipal resources to arrive at our rescue in a timely manner. The workforce and resources are strained and it is up to us to do what we can now to stand strong against fire, hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, political unrest, disruptions in our supply chain, pandemics, war, and terrorists. It can be a cruel world but there is no doubt a smart, loving, and capable population is out there that can do the right thing now. As they say… “Put your oxygen mask on first to then help others”. Prepare now so you can help others in times of need.
By Lyn MacLean
Reminder: Friends of the Poor Walk - Saturday, Sep 30, 2023
The next Rainbow Cafe, Tuesday, September 26 at 2:30 PM at the Senior Center
Franklin High School: newsletter for week of 9/25/23
FHS Newsletter @FranklinPSNews https://t.co/GHujXGPDuJ
Shared from -> https://t.co/D7Vnxg7rxy
Reminder: Franklin Art Association announce their Juried Art Show Opening at the Harvest Festival - Sep 30
Franklin United Methodist Church: FREE Trunk or Treat and Hallo-weiner roast - Oct 28 from 5 to 7 PM
Trunk or Treat - Oct 28 |
2) handout candy or "treats" to all trick or treaters. People/groups must supply their own treats. Everything should be prepackaged in the wrapper.
3) Businesses and Organizations can feel free to handout or have available information about their group or business. No political advertising allowed.
4) People/groups may want to provide a simple game for trick or treaters; however, everyone needs to get something.
Mass State Police announce sobriety checkpoint for an unidentified location in Norfolk County on Saturday, Sep 30
Mass State Police |
Superintendent of the Massachusetts State Police, announced that a"Sobriety Checkpoint" will be implemented by the Massachusetts State Police on a Public Way in the Counties named below. The purpose is to further educate the motoring public and strengthen the public's awareness to the need of detecting and removing those motorists whooperate under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs from our roadways.
It will be operated during varied hours: the selection of vehicles will not be arbitrary: safety will be assured: and any inconveniences to motorists will be minimized advance notice to reduce fear and anxiety.
THANKS TO A GRANT PROVIDED BY THE OFFICE OF GRANTS AND RESEARCH OF THE MASSACHUSETTS EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF PUBLIC SAFETY AND SECURITY, A "SOBRIETY CHECKPOINT" WILL BE HELD IN THE COUNTIES LISTED BELOW COUNTY
Norfolk
DATE = Saturday, September 30, 2023 into Sunday, October 1, 2023
Frank Presents: 054 - Jacob Juncker (audio)
Frank Falvey dives into current events, hot button topics and invites guests give their insightsFrank Falvey examines everything from Franklin to U.S. politics; from current events to the local community, giving his personal thoughts and considerations. Frank is also joined by local guests to talk the Franklin community and dissect current events
Free COVID test kits are back: Here’s how to get yours
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Free COVID test kits are back: Here’s how to get yours |
Franklin TV and wfpr.fm schedule for Tuesday, Sep 26, 2023
- wfpr.fm or 102.9 on the FM dial = Tuesday
2 hours. An insightful tour of Jazz Greats in a golden era
- Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 6, Verizon 26) = TUESDAY
- Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel (Comcast 8, Verizon 28) = TUESDAY
- Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 9, Verizon 29) = TUESDAY