Comprehensive School Facilities Assessment - Status Update March 26, 2024 |
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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Comprehensive School Facilities Assessment - Status Update March 26, 2024
Dave & I recap the School Committee budget public hearing and prep for vote on April 9 (audio)
FM #1162 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1162 in the series.
This session of the radio show shares my recorded conversation with Franklin School Committee Chair Dave Callaghan. We had our conversation in the Franklin TV & Radio studio on Monday, March 25, 2024.
The School Committee had their regular meeting on Tuesday, March 19, 2024. We recap that meeting in our discussion. The major item of the meeting was the public hearing on the school budget. We spend time on that as well as the Comprehensive School Facilities Planning work also underway which has long term budget implications.
Topics:
Superintendent Recommended Budget for FY 2025
Comprehensive School Facilities Planning
School budget vote scheduled for April 9
The recording runs about 35 minutes so let’s listen to my “chalkboard chat” with School Committee Chair Dave Callaghan. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1162-chalkboard-chat-03-25-24
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Contact info for Dave Callaghan callaghand@franklinps.net
School Committee page => https://www.franklinps.net/district/school-committee
Superintendent’s Recommended budget -> https://www.franklinps.net/district/school-committee/files/recommended-fy25-budget
Budget book ->
https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/fy25_complete_budget_book.pdf
03/19/24 meeting Agenda doc -> https://www.franklinps.net/sites/g/files/vyhlif4431/f/uploads/scagenda_3-19-24.pdf
Meeting packet folder -> https://www.franklinps.net/district/meeting-packets/pages/march-19-2024-school-committee-meeting
Franklin TV video for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2YXw4dnXUqk
Franklin.News summary (with audio link) -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/03/school-committee-gets-details-on_01811056112.html
The “Chalkboard Chat” image was the result of a joint collaboration with Mickayla Callaghan. Thank you!
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Electronic recycling in the St Mary's parking lot Saturday, May 18
"SAVE THE DATE for our upcoming annual electronics recycling event on Saturday, May 18th. All electronics, appliances, items with a plug and/or batteries, as well as bicycles in any condition will be accepted and recycled for a small cost (see event page).
Bring all your unwanted items to the parking lot to support our green initiative.
Let your friends and neighbors know!"
Electronic recycling |
Senior Connection: Nan interviews Danielle (video)
Community tips for calling 911
Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Wednesday, Mar 27, 2024
- wfpr.fm or 102.9 on the FM dial = Wednesday
9:00 AM 12:00 Noon and 6:00 PM Franklin Matters Radio – Steve Sherlock
Franklin and its local government, services and events (repeats Saturday at 9 AM)
- This slot features the National Art Honor Society episode -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/03/talking-about-create-art-around-world.html
- In this episode hosts Kim Simone and Mark Lenzi talk with Kathy McCabe-PBS Dream of Italy -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/03/the-wonderful-world-of-wine-www-episode.html
- This slot features the outlook of Library programs for April -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/03/listen-in-as-mitzi-and-i-preview.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, March 26, 2024
FHS Senior Lola R. Richardson Selected as Finalist, 13 Commended by National Merit Scholarship Program
Lola R. Richardson |
Commended Students |
Since its founding, NMSC has recognized over 3.4 million students and provided some 451,000 scholarships worth over $1.8 billion. The honors awarded by NMSC to exceptionally able students are viewed as definitive marks of excellence. Recipients of Merit Scholarship® awards, Achievement Scholarship® awards, and corporate-sponsored Special Scholarships have increased the nation's respect for intellectual accomplishments and have contributed significantly to its talent pool of future leaders.
Middle school program on Technology/Social Media at Horace Mann, Mar 26 at 6 PM
Technology/Social Media |
"For parents of middle schoolers at HMMS (and I’m sure they’re happy to have all middle school parents interested).Technology/Social Media Info Night with Officer Ayer, Tuesday 3/26 at 6pmOfficer Ayer and Principal Motte will be hosting an evening event for HMMS parents/guardians to learn more about the impacts of technology and social media on the lives of the middle school student. We will provide some information on what we are seeing in our roles as Principal and School Resource Officer, and will provide resources for parents to stay informed.
We hope this can be an opportunity to share our experiences, raise awareness, and identify ways we can work together to help our middle schoolers live healthy lives. This event will take place in the HMMS Library."
Notice of Intent - Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School - Conservation
Riffin' on Main Street: Fatima Wojohat (video)
Holi Festival scheduled for Library lawn April 13
"Join the Franklin Public Library and Dean College for a special celebration of the Holi Festival, outside on the library lawn/Dean Grove!
Music, activities, and of course, COLOR!! Wear something that you don't mind getting messy!
In the event of inclement weather, the Rain date will be Saturday 4/27"
Holi Festival scheduled for Library lawn April 13 |
Vietnam War 50th Anniversary Commemoration - March 29 at 11 AM
Vietnam War 50th Anniversary Commemoration |
Vietnam War 50th Anniversary Commemoration
Friday, March 29, 11:00 AM to Noon - VA Jamaica Plain Lobby
Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/veterans-services/news/vietnam-war-50th-anniversary-commemoration
Lifelong Learning has a variety of Yoga classes for Spring
From beginner to more advanced, you'll find a Spring yoga class that's right for you from Community Learning.
Register at https://t.co/RgCxWb8agp.Shared from -> https://twitter.com/FPSLearning/status/1772344627376312798
#fpslifelong #fpslifelongcommunity https://t.co/E1gP4Jr59x
Lifelong Learning has a variety of Yoga classes for Spring |
Massachusetts migrant shelters hardly impact community life, neighbors say
"Perry Eaton’s neighbors warned that migrants moving into Dedham would cause trouble. Last month, someone passed fliers around the neighborhood, which is nestled between a pair of hotels converted into state overflow shelters, warning that expanding services for the migrants would create “catastrophic” traffic and “inevitable” loitering, and leave the community’s security “compromised.”But weeks later, Eaton and other neighbors said those fears haven’t materialized.On a recent weekday morning, Eaton said traffic in and around his horseshoe-shaped neighborhood on Robinwood Road has remained consistent since the shelters opened weeks ago.“It’s hard to tell any real difference in the day to day,” Eaton, 34, said."
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required) -> https://www.bostonglobe.com/2024/03/23/metro/massachusetts-migrant-shelters-community/
JESSICA RINALDI/GLOBE STAFF |
Notice of Public Hearings - (1) Modification of a Section 15 License & (2) New Section 15 All Alcoholic Beverages License - April 10, 2024
- Notice of Public Hearing - Modification of a Section 15 Wine & Malt Beverages Package Store License - Table & Vine, Inc.
- Notice of Public Hearing - New Section 15 All Alcoholic Beverages Package Store License - Shikshapatri Corporation d/b/a Dacey's Market & Deli
Notice of Public Hearings |