Category: Schools & Education

  • Keefe Tech Class of 1976 Planning 30th Reunion

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – The Keefe Tech Class of 1976 is preparing for its 30th reunion! Organizers are looking for current e-mails, addresses and phone numbers of classmates.

    If you would like to help with planning and or have updated information, please contact Eric Partlow at specialist1@sbcglobal.net.

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  • Second Annual Jazz Night at Barbieri on June 11

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – The Barbieri Elementary School in Framingham, MA, is pleased to present its second annual Latin Jazz Night on Saturday, June 11, 2005 beginning at 7:00 PM. The high powered Latin Jazz ensemble features world class artists Eguie Castrillo on percussion and Victor Mendoza on vibraphone, who, along with alto saxophonist Willie Sordillo, also happen to be the parents of children in the Barbieri School’s two-way bilingual program. Tickets for this event, which is intended for adults only, are $10.00. Light refreshments will be served. For additional ticket information, please call Lisa Rubin or Nancy de Romero at the Barbieri School, 508-626-9188. (more…)

  • Keefe Tech Class of 1985 planning Reunion

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – The Keefe Tech Class of 1985 is preparing for its 20th reunion!! Organizers are looking for updated emails, addresses and phone numbers of classmates.

    If you would like to help with the planning and/or have updated information, please contact Kim (Blake) Boultenhouse at kimboult@comcast.net

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  • Framingham High School Drumline at Celtics Game

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – The 21 member Framingham High School Drumline will perform at Boston’s FleetCenter before the Celtics/76ers game on Sunday, April 3rd. Game time is 1 p.m.

    George Perrone, Band Director and Director of Fine Arts, responded to an invitation from the Celtics, and arranged to have the Drumline play at this home game.

    Family and guests of the drummers were issued complimentary tickets to be on hand for the performance and game, which will be broadcast by ABC TV and WWZN 1510 AM The Zone radio.

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  • Office Depot extends 5% Back to Schools Program

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – Office Depot in Shoppers World is now offering their ‘5%% Back to Schools’ program, instead of beginning in May.

    All shoppers have to do is mention a school as they checkout, and 5% of their qualified purchases will be earmarked for that school.  Help your school as you shop!

    Schools will receive their 5% rewards quarterly. At the same time, teachers can receive 5% off their purchases when they sign up for the no-cost STAR Teachers program.

    Visit the Office Depot store in Shoppers World for details.

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  • A Cheer for Alex

    Fundraiser for Cameron Middles School Student

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – A fundraiser is being held for Alex Gomes, a Cameron Middle School student fighting Cancer.

    The event will be held Sunday, April 3, Nevins Hall in the Memorial Building, 1:00pm to 5:00pm.

    Tickets are $10 each for a Pasta Dinner Buffet, DJ, Raffles and Silent Auction.

    Anyone interested in purchasing tickets or donating raffle items can contact Faith Guarino 508-788-6941.

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  • Salute to Framingham

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – Each year, the Salute to Framingham Committee honors three individuals who, over the years, have done much for Framingham’s youngsters.

    The selection of three honorees from the hundreds of very active individuals from all walks of life is a most difficult task.

    This years recipients are Patrick Dunne, Bob Jachowicz, Joan Rastini.

    Each of these individuals has made a significant difference in the lives of the youth of our town thru their volunteer efforts. The event will take place March 16 at the Sheraton Tara.

    For tickets and information call 508/872-1933 or visit www.framinghamflyers.com/Salute

  • First Annual Alumni Dance Night

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – First Annual Alumni Dance Night sponsored by Framingham High School Parent/Teacher/Booster Org. All proceeds benefit Framingham High School- May 22, 2004, 7-11p.m. at Nevins Hall – live music and dancing. Food and refreshments will be available.

    Tickets are $8.00 in advance and $10.00 at the door.

    Send check to FHS-PTBO to:

    Framingham High School
    PTBO Box-Alumni Dance
    115 A Street
    Framingham, MA 01701

    For questions or to volunteer or to donate food or beverage, call Beverly at (508)877-7575.

  • Framingham Kindergarden Registration Cut-Off Date

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – Do you have or know of a child living in Framingham who will be five by August 31, 2004? Now is the time to pre-register for Kindergarten ’04 (even if a sibling is already in the school).

    Register your child for 2004-2005 school years.

    Pre-registration Forms are available online at www.framingham.k12.ma.us, at the elementary schools, and at the Parent Information Center, 454 Water Street. Any questions, call (508) 424-3420.

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  • Our Human Mosaic: Prejudice Awareness Week 1996

    Our Human Mosaic: Prejudice Awareness Week 1996

    Farai Sitholi, Gr. 7
    Poster by Farai Sitholi, Grade 7

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – Can a single word describe Framingham or it’s residents? Perhaps one… “diverse“.

    Acceptance and public service are recurring themes in Framingham history, from the persecuted refugees of Salem End, to the recent influx of immigrants from South America, a better life is the objective of most who settle in Framingham.

    Framingham in 1996 is a multi-cultural community, and in an effort to expose “us” and especially our children to the diversity around town, a week of Prejudice Awareness celebrating Our Human Mosaic, Unity and Diversity, and a Salute to Youth once again shows Framingham’s commitment to acceptance and public service.

    The artwork of Framingham Public School students included on this page should give you insight into the ideals, spirit, and collective attitude which the were the objects of the week long event.

    To completely cover the events, people, and achievements of (more…)