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Fuller Middle School Students Finalists in TV Ad Contest

Fuller Middle Students learning t.v. production in after-school club are finalists in county-wide Public Service Announcement contest.

Framingham, MA – Sixth and seventh graders from the Fuller Middle School who have participated in an after-school program at Framingham Public Access are among the finalists in Middlesex County District Attorney Gerry Leone’s new Cyber-Safety PSA Contest.

The youngsters have been learning television production skills under the watchful eyes of Fuller Middle School teacher Patrick Galligan and FPAC’s Francesca Cerutti-Harris. The weekly classes have been part of a partnership between the 21st Century After School Programs, the Framingham (more…)

June 2, 2011
Keefe Tech Students Interning at FPAC-TV

Joseph P. Keefe Technical School juniors Brad Naugler of Holliston and Daniel Coelho, Matt Rivers, and Hugo DeAlmeida of Framingham are serving as video production interns at Framingham Public Access Corporation (FPAC).

FRAMINGHAM, MA – Four Joseph P. Keefe Technical School juniors are learning Video Production skills through hands-on experience at their internships at Framingham Public Access Corporation (FPAC).

The internship opportunities were coordinated by FPAC Executive Director Bill McColgan, Keefe Tech Superintendent-Director James Lynch, and School Committee member and FPAC Board of Directors member John Kahn. “We sat down and discussed creating a community partnership between our organizations,” said McColgan. “We thought that creating these internship opportunities were a great first step.”

Daniel Coelho, Hugo DeAlmeida, and Matt Rivers of Framingham and Brad Naugler of Holliston were chosen as student interns by Keefe Administrators based on recommendations from their teachers.

Keefe Tech School Admissions Counselor Faith Chrisom facilitated the internship schedules, arranging for the students to work in teams of (more…)

May 31, 2011
West Side Story at FHS
West Side Story at FHS, May 12th, 13th and 14th, 2011 – Order Tickets Online now!

FRAMINGHAM, MA -The Framingham High School Drama Company will be performing West Side Story on the following dates:
- Thursday, May 12, 2011 @ 7:30 p.m.
- Friday, May 13, 2011 @ 7:30 p.m.
- Saturday, May 14, 2011 @ 2:00 p.m.
- Saturday, May 14, 2011 @ 7:30 p.m.
All performances will be held in the FHS auditorium, 115 “A” Street, Framingham, MA. Tickets prices are $12 in advance, or $15 at the door. Advance tickets may be purchased online at: www.ticketstage.com

West Side Story, which is a liberally interpreted 1950’s version of Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet, originally opened as a Broadway play on September 26, 1957 for a run of (more…)
May 3, 2011
Coupon Class for a Cause: How to Shop for Free

"How to Shop for Free", book by Kathy Spencer with Samantha Rose.

FRAMINGHAM, MA – Kathy Spencer, author of the book “How to Shop for Free” will be presenting her money saving “Coupon Class for a Cause“, Thursday, April 14th, 2011 at 7:00pm in the Framingham High School Auditorium.

A portion of proceeds from event to benefit the FHS Class of 2013 and FHS Class of 2014.

Learn how Kathy, a Boxford, MA mother of four feeds a family of six at an average cost of $4.00 per week. The Coupon Class for a Cause will teach you how to find the best savings and combine them with store promotions, coupons, rewards programs, and store credit to get almost everything on your shopping list for free!

Kathy has appeared on ABC news with Diane Sawyer, Inside Edition and was featured on the front page of the Boston Globe recently.

Aside from the regular Sunday paper coupon (more…)

April 4, 2011
Race to Nowhere

FRAMINGHAM, MA – The Framingham Teachers Association is sponsoring a screening of “Race to Nowhere” in the Framingham High School Auditorium on Monday, April 25, 2011, from 7:00Pm – 9:00PM.

The film which is currently screening at many schools and communities across the country is, “a call to action for families, educators, and policy makers to challenge current assumptions on how to best prepare the youth of America to become healthy, bright, contributing and leading citizens.”

Tickets are $10 for Adults and $5 for Students, ($12/$6 at the door). Proceeds to support the FTA Scholarship Fund. Tickets available online at: http://rtnframinghamhs.eventbrite.com

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March 24, 2011
Salute To Framingham Announces Honorees

FRAMINGHAM, MA – In 1992, the Salute to Framingham was created to honor individuals for their outstanding commitment and service to Framingham’s youth. Since then, the Salute to Framingham has become one of Framingham’s most celebrated annual events. This year’s honorees join a select group of people who have made a real difference in the lives of the children of Framingham.

On Thursday, March 24th, Salute to Framingham will honor Michael Grilli and Joey Sementelli.

In addition to these honorees, the Salute program also recognizes Framingham teachers and staff who make each day “special” in our public schools. We also acknowledge graduating FHS students who positively impact the school community.

This year, the Salute to Framingham will present the Jim O’Connor Community Service Award to F-SEPAC (Framingham Special Education Parent Advisory Council). Named for former FHS Athletic Director and founder of the Salute to Framingham, this award honors an organization whose work benefits the youth of Framingham. Framingham Special Education Parent Advisory Council is co-chaired by Cheryl Caira and Susan Arndt.

The Salute to Framingham Dinner will take place on Thursday, March 24th at the Sheraton Framingham Ballroom. Complete details and ticket information are available at:

www.salute-to-framingham.com

Proceeds from the Salute to Framingham benefit the Framingham High School Foundation. All proceeds from the event are used to benefit FHS students by supporting activities, the arts, and athletics at the school.

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February 1, 2011
Framingham Public School Canceled – Fri. Jan 21, 2011

Another snow day!

FRAMINGHAM, MA – Due to snow, Framingham Public Schools are canceled today, Friday, January 21st, 2011.

School administration central offices will be open during normal hours.

Residents are reminded that there is no parking on arterial roads during a snow emergency, and that even if cars are parked legally on non-arterial roads they may be towed if they interfere with snow plowing.

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January 21, 2011
After School Activities and Athletics Cancelled

FRAMINGHAM, MA – Due to the weather, students will be released from the High School at 1:00 PM, (today, January 18, 2011), in order to allow our buses to run as on time as possible for the middle and elementary schools.

All after school activities and athletics are cancelled. After School Adventures at Woodrow Wilson is cancelled. The only exceptions are the YMCA and Extended Day Programs will operate as normal.

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January 18, 2011
Framingham Public School Canceled Jan 13, 2011

No School Thursday!

FRAMINGHAM, MA – Framingham Public Schools will remain closed on Thursday, January 13, 2011.

School administration offices will be open.

Since Friday, (1/14), was already scheduled as a professional development day for elementary, middle and high school, and Monday, (1/17), school is closed for Martin Luther King Day, Framingham schools are effectively closed for the next 5 days.

Barring any unforeseen circumstances, school will resume on Tuesday, January 18th.

(High school students will be returning to exams 1/18 through 1/21).

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January 12, 2011
Framingham Public School Canceled Jan 12, 2011

No school Wednesday January 12, 2011.

FRAMINGHAM, MA – Due to expected heavy snowfall, Framingham Public Schools and school administration offices will be closed on Wednesday, January 12, 2011.

Residents are reminded that there is no parking on arterial roads during a snow emergency, and that even if cars are parked legally on non-arterial roads they may be towed if they interfere with snow plowing.

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January 11, 2011