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  • Teachers Appreciation Week at Office Depot August 16 – 22, 2009

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Office Depot, Shoppers World, Rt. 9 W, celebrates teachers the week of August 16-22, 2009 by offering them 10 percent off school supplies. On Saturday, from 9 a.m. to noon there will be breakfast treats by Bruegger’s Bagels,and John Harvard’s Brew House. There will also be free gifts and coupons while supplies last.

    Teacher Breakfast with treats, gifts, and coupons on Sat, August 22

    Teachers who sign up for the free Office Depot STAR teacher program also receive 15 percent off in the copy and print center throughout the year. They will also be enrolled in the Worklife Rewards program, which gives them 10 percent credits on ink, toner, paper and 1 percent back in credits on other qualifying purchases.

    On Saturday, August 22, 2009 only, they will receive 50 percent back in rewards on products made by selected manufacturers, including Crayola, Expo, Papermate, Five Star, Sharpie, and Meade. See www.mystarteacher.com/tab or the local Office Depot store for details.

    Teachers and the general public can also help out their local schools by mentioning a pre-K – 12 grade school at the checkout. The school will receive 5 percent credit towards school supplies on qualifying purchases through the Office Depot 5% Back to Schools program.

    Teachers need to enroll in the free STAR Teacher program in order to receive the 10 percent discount. Enrollment is in-store and only takes a few minutes.

    Office Depot in Shoppers World is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday. The store’s phone number is: 508-620-5570.

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  • Dunning Teacher Named Mass State Teacher of the Year

    BOSTON – Jae Goodwin, a 5th grade teacher at Framingham’s Charlotte A. Dunning Elementary School was named the state’s 2009-2010 Teacher of the Year. Education officials and legislative leaders both hailed Goodwin for her commitment to excellence and dedication to ensuring that all of her students achieve academic success.

    “A teacher’s positive contributions extend beyond a particular classroom or academic year, preparing our children for a lifetime of success in school, work, and life,” said Governor Deval Patrick. “I congratulate Ms. Goodwin on attaining this high distinction and thank (her) for (her) service to our students and our state.”

    “Framingham has a reputation of having exceptional teachers,” said Representative Pam Richardson D-Framingham. “This achievement speaks volumes about not only Ms. Goodwin’s personal commitment to the job but also to the strength of the entire team at the Charlotte Dunning School.”

    Goodwin, who lives in Framingham, started at the Charlotte A. Dunning School as a parent in 1990, before becoming a kindergarten aide, and then enrolling in master’s program. She has taught 5th grade there since 1999. She believes that all students can and will learn, and relies on real life experiences to actively engage students. In an effort to ensure that her students become active learners, she uses technology to enhance her teaching. She has built her own classroom website, writes technology grants for the school, installs interactive whiteboard technology in classrooms, and participates in online projects alongside students across the globe.

    “Jae is a dynamic and powerful educator who possesses the gift of being able to engage children in the classroom,” wrote Cheryl Pennie, a 4th grade teacher at the Dunning School, in her letter of recommendation. “Jae brings classroom lessons to life with her interdisciplinary way of teaching, constantly integrating technology, problem solving, and multiple intelligences.”

    The Massachusetts Teacher of the Year is automatically nominated as the state’s candidate for National Teacher of the Year. While remaining in the classroom, Goodwin will serve as ambassador to the teaching profession over the next year by making speeches and conducting workshops throughout the state. She succeeds George Watson, who received the state’s 2008-2009 Teacher of the Year award.

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  • Dunning Teacher named Mass State Teacher of the Year

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Jae Goodwin, a 5th grade teacher at Framingham’s Charlotte A. Dunning Elementary School was named the state’s 2009-2010 Teacher of the Year. Education officials and legislative leaders both hailed Goodwin for her commitment to excellence and dedication to ensuring that all of her students achieve academic success.

    “A teacher’s positive contributions extend beyond a particular classroom or academic year, preparing our (more…)

  • Framingham High Drama Company selected to represent the US at 2010 International Festival in Scotland

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — The Board of Advisors of the American High School Theatre Festival (AHSTF) has selected the Framingham High School Drama Company to perform in the world’s largest and most prestigious arts festival. The Board reviews applications and identifies top high schools based on their most recent bodies of work, awards, community involvement, philosophies, and recommendations.

    “We are thrilled that AHSTF recognized our entertaining and innovative productions,” said FHS Drama Company Director Donna Wresinski. “The students, parents, and teachers will (more…)

  • Summer Jobs Program for Framingham Youth

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Future Skills Institute (FSI), a young adult career and jobs center based in Framingham, has been awarded funds through the state’s YouthWorks program to provide job-readiness training and subsidized internships to youth aged 16-21.

    FSI is currently seeking low-income youth as well as employers to participate in the program. Private businesses, public agencies, and non-profit organizations are needed to (more…)

  • Framingham State Student Films in International Festival

    FRAMINGHAM,MA — The Framingham State College Communication Arts Department is proud to announce that two student films have been named official selections at the Bare Bones International Film Festival in Muskogee, Oklahoma.

    The films were created with the mentorship and expertise of Framingham State College’s Assistant Professor James Bock in a required Visual Media Production Course: COMM 280 Introduction to Film Production.

    The first film is entitled “Walkin’ Like Wine” (directed by Geoffrey Filetti, written by Joe “Safety” DeRosa, director of photography Derek Gannon, edited by Thomas Sanderson and produced by Matthew Tulipano). The second film is entitled “Spare Change” (directed by Jessica Camp, written by Eric Cavolowsky, director of photography Justin Andrews, edited by Sarah Maguire and produced by Dennis Staires).

    The film festival will begin on April 16, 2009, and conclude with the awards ceremony on April 26, 2009.

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  • Framingham Superintendent Finalists to Meet with Community

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Three finalists for the position of Framingham superintendent of schools will meet with interested community members in a series of public forums on February 2, 3 and 4 from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the Cameron Middle School Auditorium at 215 Elm Street.

    The forum schedule is: Monday, February 2: Stephen Mills, Deputy Superintendent, Worcester Public Schools; Tuesday, February 3: Steven Hiersche, Superintendent, Watertown Public Schools; and Wednesday, February 4: David Fleishman, Superintendent, Chappaqua, New York.

    Each finalist will spend an entire day touring the Framingham Public Schools, meeting with staff, students and administrators.

    The School Committee will interview each finalist in public session in the King Building at 454 Water Street on February 2, 3 and 4, starting at 7:30 p.m.

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  • FRAMINGHAM READS TOGETHER DEBUTS

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Framingham Public Library is inviting the entire community to participate in the first annual Framingham Reads Together program. In similar programs across the country, this type of One Book, One Community initiative promotes reading and helps build community. The selected book is Three Cups of Tea: One Man’s Mission to Promote Peace…One School at a Time by Greg Mortenson and David Oliver Relin.

    Start Reading Now for February Events

    Three Cups of Tea describes Mortenson’s near-fatal attempt to scale the treacherous K2, one of the world’s deadliest mountain peaks, and his rescue by Pakistani villagers. A grateful Mortenson accepts the villagers’ challenge to return with the resources to build a school for girls. His ten-year struggle to live up to his promise makes for a spellbinding story. He battles poverty and ignorance and survives kidnapping, fatwas, and family separations. He’s built 55 schools serving Pakistan and Afghanistan’s poorest communities.

    The book is a combination adventure story, travelogue, and case study of how one person can positively change lives.

    In February 2009, the library, local schools, and other organizations will offer special programs connected with the book selection, including a presentation by the author, Greg Mortenson, on Saturday, February 7, at Nevins Hall.

    The special events planned for this program will appeal to all ages. A schedule of events is available on the Framingham Reads Together Events page, including release forms for the REI Climbing Wall program and the details of Greg Mortenson’s visit.

    Copies of Three Cups of Tea, in book and audio form, are available at both the main library and at McAuliffe so if you have limited sitdown reading time, you can listen to the book while in your car or doing activities around the house.

    Check the library’s website or call 508-532-5570 for updates.

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  • Submit Your Nominations for Salute to Framingham

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — What once started as a vision over seventeen years ago has grown into one of Framingham’s most cherished annual events. Each year the Salute to Framingham Dinner Committee will honor three individuals who have done much for Framingham’s youth.

    We encourage everyone from Framingham to consider nominating an individual, from any sector of the community, who has made a difference in the lives of the youth of our town. The basic criteria for this nomination are that the individual has given selflessly to the youth of Framingham.

    All nominations received will be kept on file and reviewed in January of each year. To be considered as a recipient for the 2009 Salute to Framingham, written and online nominations must be submitted by January 5, 2009. The committee will be meeting the following week to select the recipients.

    Visit Framinghamflyers.com and click on Salute to Framingham to submit a nomination online or to obtain more information on the event. Letters of nomination may be mailed to Salute to Framingham, Box 2367, Framingham, MA 01703.

    Plan to attend the 17th Annual Salute to Framingham Dinner at the Sheraton Framingham in March.

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  • SPECIAL SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENT FOR FRIDAY DEC. 19, 2008

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Due to the impending snow storm the Framingham Superintendent of Schools office announced the following changes.

    For Friday, December 19, 2008 — No Preschool classes.

    All public schools will follow the Early Release Schedule as outlined below:

    • FHS / CAMERON – 10:50 AM
    • MCCARTHY HALF DAY KINDERGARTEN 10:55 AM
    • FULLER AND WALSH MIDDLE SCHOOL – 11:25 AM
    • HALF DAY KINDERGARTEN AT OTHER ELEM. SCHOOLS – 12:00 PM
    • MCCARTHY SCHOOL (including FULL DAY K) – 12:15 PM
    • ALL OTHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS (including FULL DAY K) – 1:00 PM
    • McAULIFFE CHARTER SCHOOL 1:30 PM
    • (NO PRESCHOOL)

    For more info, visit: http://www.framingham.k12.ma.us/

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