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Last week, kitchens across all Franklin Schools were buzzing with excitement. Our amazing District Chef cooked up a storm, turning premium, local Ground Beef from Weatherlow Farms into 3,900 spectacular, scratch-made Beef Meatballs!! Our students absolutely devoured them! Massive shoutout to Weatherlow Farms for bringing the best of local agriculture right to our cafeterias.

FRANKLIN — The F.X. O'Regan Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC) recently hosted its annual Pop-Art Night, bringing together students, families, staff and community members for an evening celebrating student creativity.
This was the first year that the school partnered with the Franklin Public Library, which hosted the exhibit and event.
Read the entire article here: https://41518511.hs-sites.com/franklins-childhood-development-center-franklin-public-library-celebrate-creativity-at-annual-pop-art-night


FRANKLIN — Franklin Public Schools recently bid farewell and showed appreciation to 23 employees retiring this school year.
"We admire each of these employees' dedication on the job and beyond," said Superintendent Lucas Giguere. "We will miss each and every one of these highly valued employees."
Each of the employees' supervisors honored them publicly with statements, and each received certificates and a commemorative pin from the district.
Read the entire article here: https://41518511.hs-sites.com/franklin-public-schools-celebrate-dedicated-retiring-educators

Serving Children Ages 15-33 months

Both schools received awards for their impressive group projects. Washington Street’s team won the ST Math category and Lincoln Street’s team won Project of Distinction.
Read the entire article here: https://41518511.hs-sites.com/franklin-public-schools-fifth-graders-present-at-one8-applied-learning-hub-student-showcase


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Franklin Public Schools Food Service served up 225 fresh, scratch-made ribs crafted by our very own District Chef! Last week our chef and cafeteria team prepared these from scratch to bring a restaurant-quality meal straight to the school lunch line
On the Menu
The Mastermind: Recipe crafted and executed by our talented District Chef.
The Dish: 225 slow-cooked, scratch-made BBQ ribs.
The Quality: Hand-seasoned and prepared right here in our kitchens.
The Goal: Bringing professional culinary skills to school lunch.
From the Chef's Kitchen
Our District Chef and food service staff worked hard to prep, season, and bake every single portion to perfection. We love elevating our school menus with fresh, scratch-cooked meals!
Join the Conversation
Give a big shout-out to our District Chef and cafeteria team in the comments for making lunch extra special!

Summer Reading Kickoff & Book Fair

FRANKLIN — Juniors and seniors at Franklin High School recently got a firsthand look at potential career paths, when the school hosted a Career Fair in its library during the WIN block.
Ten organizations participated in the event, representing a range of fields including trade schools, home service companies and public safety — with the Franklin Police and Fire Departments among those in attendance.
Read the entire article here: https://41518511.hs-sites.com/franklin-high-school-hosts-career-fair-for-juniors-and-seniors

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From Farm to Tray: Here in Franklin we believe that fresh food fuels better learning. That’s why the Franklin Food Service team is dedicated to bringing the best of Massachusetts and New England right to our school cafeterias. By sourcing up to 18% of our food purchases locally, we ensure our students receive nutrient-dense, delicious meals while supporting our hardworking regional farmers.

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The Franklin Public School nurses need RNs or LPNs for field trip coverage in May and June. If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity to accompany students on their school field trips, please contact Lisa Daly, RN, at dalyl@franklinps.net or at the Lincoln St. Health Office at 508-553-0322.
Thank you for your consideration.

The funding, secured with the advocacy of state Rep. Jeff Roy, will help transform the current library into a Library and Innovation Commons.
Read the entire article here: https://41518511.hs-sites.com/franklin-public-schools-secures-150k-innovation-grant-to-redesign-modernize-middle-school-library

Read the entire article here: https://41518511.hs-sites.com/franklin-middle-school-hosts-mcas-alternative-assessments-portfolio-viewing-party

The visit was part of a growing partnership between FHS and the ECDC over the past three years.
Read the entire article here: https://41518511.hs-sites.com/franklin-high-school-students-share-original-childrens-books-with-ecdc-learners

Your April School Committee Newsletter is here! Stay informed & connected.
Read the entire Newsletter here: https://aptg.co/xtRgLb

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On March 17th, we served a local hake fish bake district-wide, featuring fresh catch from the coast of Gloucester, Massachusetts. Students at Lincoln St. School also enjoyed a hands-on seafood learning table, where they could see and touch local species harvested right here in Massachusetts.

We’re hiring! 🍎🩺
Franklin Public Schools is seeking caring, flexible Substitute School Nurses to support our students on an as-needed basis. This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a supportive school community.
In this role, you will:
✔️ Provide primary and emergency care to students
✔️ Assess student health needs and maintain accurate records
✔️ Administer medications in accordance with state guidelines
✔️ Support staff with student health information
✔️ Cover school health offices and attend field trips as needed
✔️ Help promote a safe and healthy school environment
Qualifications:
• Active Massachusetts RN license
• CPR/AED certification
• Experience with children or in a school setting preferred
If you’re passionate about student wellness and looking for flexible work, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today: https://www.schoolspring.com/jobdetail?jobId=5602472