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Prominent Naturalist to Visit Community

By Grace Allen After a tough winter, the community can look forward to a week of nature immersion that doesn’t involve snow. The King Philip Science National Honor Society will be hosting naturalist Brent Nixon during the week of March 17 to 24. Several events are planned for the schools and the tri-town area.

Nixon, a renowned science educator, has dedicated his life to endangered species research.

Known for his high energy, interpretive science shows, Nixon travels extensively to promote environmental education. In addition to his research work and publications, Nixon has appeared on TV, radio, and in print media.

The Naturalist-in-Residence week was the idea of Ann Lambert, a science teacher at KP High School and the advisor for the school’s Science National Honor Society. Lambert had traveled to Alaska on a cruise and Nixon was the naturalist on board.

“His passion for his work, knowledge about his topics, and vivacious, entertaining, and informational presentation style was what made me think it would be a great opportunity for the KP students and community if we could bring him here,” said Lambert.

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By Grace Allen Do you know what tests your child is taking this spring? One local resident thinks parents are uninformed about the new education standards and the accompanying tests being considered by the state of Massachusetts. He hopes to bring the polarizing issue to the forefront at Norfolk Town Meeting and on the town election ballot.

The United States is embarking on an unprecedented journey to unify education standards for all students in kindergarten through 12th grade. Known as the Common Core State Standards Initiative, these standards set common education benchmarks across the country in order to prepare students for college and the workforce.

The Common Core uses the Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers, or the PARCC exam, to test how well students have learned the new curriculum. In Massachusetts, the PARCC exam will eventually replace the Massachusetts Com-

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Lambert believes that when students actually meet scientists and interact with them, science becomes interesting and fun.

Nixon’s expertise on wildlife and field research should prove eyeopening to students who spend most of their time learning about continued on page 3

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prehensive Assessment System, or MCAS test.

Norfolk resident Patrick Touhey would like to put the brakes on the PARCC test and force discussion of the new standards and whether or not the Norfolk and King Philip schools should implement them. Touhey will be placing an article on the Norfolk Town Meeting warrant to remove Common Core and PARCC testing from the schools in a non-binding vote. He is also attempting to get enough signatures to place the question on the ballot for the town election this spring.

Touhey hopes these actions will send a message to local school committees and the State Department of Education: “We don’t agree with the PARCC testing and Common Core curriculum.” He wants the local schools to return to the pre-2009 Massachusetts educational state standards.

Touhey is part of a group

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Norfolk Lions Chili Fest 2015 The Norfolk Lions 8th annual Chili Fest will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2015 at 6 p.m. at St. Jude’s Parish Hall, 86 Main Street, Norfolk.

What better way to beat the winter doldrums and warm the spirits than with a little chili? This year six area restaurants will be competing for bragging rights to Best Chili of 2015: Eagle Brook Saloon, Horse N’ Carriage, Mr. Dooley’s Olde Irish Country Pub, James’ Roadside Café, Commonwealth BBQ and new this year, Novatos Bar & Grill. Sample each chili and then vote for your favorite. The winner will be announced at the end of the evening. Last year’s winner was the Horse N’ Carriage.

In addition to the chili, macaroni & cheese, salad, cornbread, beverages and dessert will be

served. This event promises lots of fun and good food for the whole family.

Tickets will be on sale at the Norfolk Public Library on Wednesday, March 4 and Thursday, March 5 from 3:30 to 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 each or $5 for children under 10. Tickets can also be reserved by emailing norfolklionschili@gmail. com. Tickets will be sold at the door the night of the event but seating is limited so advance ticket purchases are recommended.

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All proceeds from this event will benefit the Norfolk Food Pantry, so come on out to Chili Fest and feel the heat!

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Mr. Dooley’s Olde Irish Pub Race Slated Are the mounds of snow getting you down? Lace up those sneakers and get a head start on outdoor fitness at the 3rd annual Mr. Dooley’s Olde Irish Pub 5K/10k Run. Last year, over 200 participants took part in the professionally-timed event.

The race will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2015 at 9 a.m., starting and ending at Mr. Dooley’s Olde Irish Country Pub, 303 Shears St., Wrentham. The USATF-certified course loops around scenic country roads, and participants can choose a flat single loop (5k) or double loop (10k).

Prizes will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers in various age categories. The first 100 participants who register by March 16 will receive free T-shirts. There will be a post-race buffet provided

by Mr. Dooley’s.

The registration fee is $35 or $40 the day of the race. Sign up online at www.active.com or make checks payable to KP Track and Cross Country, c/o AIF 7 Lincoln Rd., Foxboro MA 02035. Pre-registration as well as early packet pickup is encouraged. Packets will be available on Thursday, March 26 and Friday, March 27 from 1 to 7 p.m. at Answer is Fitness, 7 Lincoln Road, Foxboro.

On the day of the race, participants are asked to park at the Crackerbarrel Fairgrounds lot, 131 Emerald Street, Wrentham.

The Friends of KP Track will provide race day volunteers, and proceeds from the race will benefit King Philip Regional High School Track and Cross Country programs.

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science from textbooks.

Lambert hopes the program “will offer students a broader perspective of what applied science is all about, beyond that of the narrow presentation of science through high school coursework.”

Nixon’s program, “Nature Talks…are you listening?” will be a week-long event encompassing different venues and groups. He will visit science and digital media classrooms at the high school to discuss his expertise and field research, as well as his experience filming and producing wildlife documentaries. In addition, Nixon will present a show on sea otters to the entire student body. Lambert hopes Nixon will be able to visit the middle school science classrooms, also.

On Tuesday, March 17, Nixon will participate in the high school’s Science Career Night. On that night, parents and community members will share their sciencerelated career experiences with KP science students. Lambert hopes Nixon’s presence at the annual event will help “ignite and foster interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers.”

King Philip Middle School will host Nixon on the night of March 18, where he will give an hourlong presentation called “Alaska.”

This show takes audience members through the fabled Inside Passage, where they can “fly with the eagles, walk the forest with bears, and swim the icy waters with whales.” A meet-and-greet with Nixon will be held after the show. The program starts at 7 p.m. and is open to the community and appropriate for all ages. Admission is free.

On Thursday, March 19, Nixon will present “Brown and Black Bears of North America” at King Philip High School. Nixon will showcase the differences between brown and black bears, how they communicate, and the unique characteristics that make them “the czars of the wilderness.”

The show starts at 7 p.m. in the auditorium and will also include a meet-and-greet afterwards. The community is invited and the show is appropriate for all ages.

Admission is free.

Nixon will visit Stony Brook Wildlife Sanctuary in Norfolk on Saturday, March 21 to give a presentation on bald eagles. Plans are also underway for Nixon to guide the KP Birding Club on

Local Town Pages www.norfolkwrenthamnews.com a bird watching hike. Additionally, in conjunction with Nixon’s visit, the KP National Art Honor Society will coordinate a naturethemed art contest for grades pre-K through 12.

A reception with the science faculty from the high school is also planned. According to Lambert, Nixon will help brainstorm ways to embed STEM connections into the curriculum. Nixon has had a successful 35-year career of unique nature instruction.

Lambert hopes his visit will immerse both the faculty and student body in a dialog about science careers.

The KP Science National Honor Society will be hosting and staffing the week-long events with Brent Nixon. Over 50 students are members of the SNHS, and are tasked with community service as well as the pursuit of scientific knowledge, research, and exploration.

The Naturalist-in-Residence program at KP is supported and made possible by grants from the Norfolk Cultural Council, the Plainville Cultural Council, the Wrentham Cultural Council, Norfolk Community League, and the King Philip Parent Network.

For more information on the week’s events, contact Ann Lambert at LambertA@KingPhilip.org.

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March Events at THE BLACK BOX to Feature FPAC’s The Music Man THE BLACK BOX, downtown Franklin’s new theater, music, and event venue, presents a wide-ranging lineup of live music entertainment, musical theater, and special events in March. The month’s programming will feature the Kenny Hadley Big Band, the fourth annual Culinary Cabaret, the Broadway charmer The Music Man, and Broadway In Franklin, featuring Broadway stars Tyler Hanes and Sara Jean Ford. THE BLACK BOX, the home of the Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC), is located at 15 West Central Street.

BLACK BOX Jazz presents a Big Band Brunch on March 1, featuring the renowned Kenny Hadley Big Band. The critically-

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The Kenny Hadley Big Band has shared the stage with such notables as the Count Basie Orchestra and the Duke Ellington Orchestra and has hosted guest soloists including Clark Terry and Louie Bellson.

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THE BLACK BOX provides a dynamic new setting to showcase the culinary and performing arts at Culinary Cabaret 2015 on Friday, March 6 from 7-11 p.m.

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begins to unravel when he falls for Marian the librarian and must choose between the promise of romance and a quick getaway. With book, music and lyrics by Meredith Willson, The Music Man showcases an all-American score that captivates with gorgeous ballads, rousing marches, nostalgic barbershop quartets, and such cherished standards as “Ya Got Trouble,” “Seventy-six Trombones,” and “Till There Was You.” Broadway In Franklin brings the magic of 42nd Street to Boston’s MetroWest suburbs on March 29 at 3 p.m. as stars and students share the stage. Broadway headliners Sara Jean Ford and Tyler Hanes treat audiences at THE BLACK BOX to a dazzling review of showstopping numbers from the Great White Way. Sara Jean Ford starred as Christine Daae in Broadway’s The Phantom of the Opera, with additional Broadway credits including How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, A Little Night Music and Finian’s Rainbow. Tyler Hanes’ numerous Broadway credits include A Chorus Line, The Boy from Oz, Hairspray, Sweet Charity, Urban Cowboy and Oklahoma! Broadway In Franklin also features appearances by musical theater students from the Franklin School for the Performing Arts and by Electric Youth.

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St. Jude Parish Survey Parishioners at St. Jude Church in Norfolk and St. Edward the Confessor in Medfield are being asked to participate in a survey about parish life. The survey is an attempt to gather information from both active and inactive parishioners, and the responses will help determine the strengths, weaknesses, and potential areas of growth for the parishes.

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called the Common Core Forum, a grassroots organization opposed to the Common Core. They allege the Common Core standards are poorly designed and untested. In Massachusetts, they say, the new standards are lower than the standards that had vaulted the state to number one in several educational areas. The Common Core Forum is also against the data gathering and tracking of students inherent in the PARCC exams, information which can be sold to third parties.

In Massachusetts, about 50% of school districts have dropped the MCAS test, and switched to the PARCC exam. The current goal is to have the PARCC exam replace the MCAS in all Massachusetts school districts for the

2015-2016 school year.

Norfolk and Wrentham elementary schools, as well as King Philip High School, have chosen to stay with the MCAS this spring, while Plainville elementary schools and King Philip Middle School will be taking the PARCC exam. The MCAS is a graduation requirement at least until 2019. This year, schools can try the PARCC exam and not be held accountable.

Touhey is not alone in his concerns. Across the country, groups are forming to fight back against the new Common Core standards and PARCC tests. Critics of the Common Core standards and PARCC exam say the standards and tests were created without input from educators or voted on by towns or lawmakers. They tie the birth of the new standards with

the federal stimulus money received by states in 2009 during the depths of the Great Recession. In order to receive the money, states agreed to accept the yet-unwritten standards without debate.

Local critics of the new standards and tests say the MCAS exam, in contrast, has been developed with the input of state educators and is re-assessed every three years and is arguably one of the toughest tests in the country.

The Common Core is backed by the Federal Department of Education, and the PARCC exam is administered by computers. Proponents believe computer-based tests cause less test anxiety among students, and are more efficient than pencil and paper. Feedback for educators on student performance is quicker, too. Critics, however, question the costs of the

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new computers needed for these tests, arguing cash-strapped districts cannot afford them.

Joining Touhey in his battle is Plainville resident Bruce Cates.

Cates is also placing an article on the Plainville Town Meeting warrant to address the Common Core standards and the PARCC exams in both the Plainville and King Philip school districts.

According to Cates, the Common Core standards and accompanying PARCC exams “are 100% experimental. We threw out what was known and got us to number one and are trying something new.” He says parents need to know “You have a choice. We have a known entity that we left behind that got us to number one or you can have this experiment that is being forced upon us.” Both men say that parents are unaware they can opt-out and refuse the test to send a message to educators.

Cates believes higher-performing states should not have to sacrifice their standards for lower-performing states. “We are lowering our standards in order to become common,” said Cates.

According to Dr. Elizabeth Zielinski, Superintendent of King Philip schools, the KP Middle School curriculum is based on the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks with the Common Core supplementing the curriculum in different areas. This spring, the KPMS will take the PARCC assessment in English Language Arts and Math, while MCAS testing will continue in Science.

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sessment, regardless of which test Massachusetts ends up with.

“Most colleges and universities currently use online or electronic assessments for many of their courses. Taking an electronic assessment [test] helps prepare our students for higher education,” said Zielinski.

Dr. Ingrid Allardi, Superintendent of Norfolk Public Schools, says that although the district decided the students will stay with the MCAS test this spring, “We have re-aligned our district curriculum to meet the new frameworks and believe that the Common Core standards are rigorous and appropriate for our children.”

Touhey and Cates believe country-wide pushback against the new standards will force the issue into the state’s political arena. Senator Richard Ross issued a statement saying, “I believe that prior to making any far-reaching decisions regarding the Commonwealth’s education system, it is imperative that we take the time to weigh and consider all factors…

It is critically important that the voice of school districts and parents be taken into account as these significant decisions are made and given the proper weight.”

Said Cates, “You cannot give an elevator speech on this. It’s too big. People need to attend school committee meetings. People need to get educated on this experiment.”

Norfolk’s town election will be held on May 5 and Town Meeting is scheduled for May 12. Plainville’s Town Meeting is scheduled for June 1.

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Norfolk Lions Community Day Scheduled for June Save the date! June may seem like a long way off, but the Norfolk Lions Community Day team is already planning this annual event.

This year’s event resurrects the original “Old Tyme Day” theme from years past when times were a little slower and more affordable.

Community Day 2015 will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2015 from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. Once again the Holmes Family has graciously agreed to host the event at their property at 22 Myrtle Street, Norfolk.

This will be the Lions’ 23rd

year bringing a day of family fun and entertainment. The Lions’ goal is to provide a country fair type environment including music, dancing, games, petting animals, hayrides, train rides, pie eating contest, foam for kids to play in, food and historical displays. This is an event for the entire Norfolk community to come out, celebrate and get to know neighbors.

The Lions welcome your participation and invite any Norfolk business, organization, neighborhood or group to participate in Community Day. Groups and

organizations (including corporations) can take part in a number of ways, whether by setting up a booth or tent, sponsoring an activity or entertainment, or simply by becoming a sponsor.

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Gordon Anderson Sterling, Longtime Norfolk Resident, Dies at Age 51

Gordon Anderson Sterling, a highly regarded computer software engineering manager, died on January 19th from complications of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. He achieved a productive lifetime virtually unprecedented for that disease. Gordon was a 1981 graduate of King Philip Regional High School in Wrentham.

Gordon was the third and last child of Arlie Graham Sterling, Jr. of Norfolk MA and the late Judith Anderson Sterling. When Gordon was three years old he had

trouble walking and showed signs of pseudo-hypertrophy of his leg muscles, leading to a diagnosis of muscular dystrophy.

“I was born at just the right moment in time,” he reflected later. “I marvel that many important pieces of my life, computers, the Americans with Disabilities Act, home care ventilators, deinstitutionalization, the internet, etc., came along just when I needed them. When I moved from elementary school, Massachusetts had just passed Chapter 766, which ‘mainstreamed’ disabled students in regular classes. This meant I could join groups, go to any classes and expect the schools to be accessible. I was placed on a ventilator just as the medical profession was encouraging home healthcare. Computers and the internet made telecommuting easy for me.”

Gordon enrolled at Tufts University in 1981 in electrical engineering. During his senior year at Tufts, he suffered respiratory failure, was hospitalized and thereafter breathed through a tracheotomy and the aid of a ventilator. He completed his degree in 1986.

Gordon lived his whole life in a progressively weakening body, but loved his work and earned recognition as a master composerdeveloper of digital software. In September 1985 Gordon commenced full time employment at Analog Devices, Inc. in Norwood MA. For the next thirty years he registered many accomplishments, including developing an electronic Bulletin Board System to improve customer service, writing software that went into many mobile phones in Europe, and working as a member of the team

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Between 1987-92 Gordon was the Governor’s appointee as Member of the Massachusetts Board of Registration for Respiratory Therapists and Chair for one year. At age 46 Gordon received the Muscular Dystrophy Association’s Achievement Award for Massachusetts. He was a member of First Church in Boston for 40 years, where he served as Chair of the Standing Committee and Chair of the Search Committee for a new Minister.

“I have tried to be an example that other disabled folks can use to figure out their own futures. I like to be visible and active so people will see that it is possible to have an interesting life despite the onset of a disability. I also think it makes the general population more accepting when they are used to seeing people with adaptations and aides.”

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In 2010 Gordon wrote to congratulate a nephew upon the latter’s high school graduation, “If life were as simple as software I would have loads of good advice for you. Instead I’ll borrow this quotation, from William Allen White, ‘I am not afraid of tomorrow for I have seen yesterday and I love today.’”

Gordon made his knowledge freely available but did not push it. Gordon’s sensitivity, his respect for others, his predilection to moderation and forbearance, and his understanding of how harmonious relationships occur combined to encourage anyone who wanted his counsel to ask for and receive it. He was a brilliant conversationalist, a trusted confidant and counselor in harmony with his numerous and diverse acquaintanceship.

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KP DECA Students Shine at Conference

KP DECA students Jackie Blake and Evan Andrews.

On Thursday, January 29, King Philip High School’s DECA chapter proved itself superior once again at its yearly Districts confer-

ence in Mansfield with every student advancing to participate in the State conference March 13-14.

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and seniors the opportunity to join DECA, a highly valued elective that teaches students the fundamental elements of the world of business and marketing. It is through this elective that King Philip students are exposed to the importance of leadership while they acquire a better understanding of the means to becoming a successful businessperson.

Continuing to uphold a positive legacy for being the largest chapter as well as the most successful subdivision in the commonwealth of Massachusetts, all 116 King Philip DECA students shined at the Districts conference with poise and professional marketing skills. At this conference, students pitched their DECA projects to a panel of judges and competed against several other local DECA chapters, including Franklin, Taunton, and Oliver-Ames. While only the top five projects for each category were awarded the opportunity to advance their projects at the State conference, each King Philip DECA student delivered true excellence and was awarded a top spot.

One of these successful DECA projects included the “Strive-toSurvive” Entrepreneurship Promotion campaign, delivered by King Philip seniors Evan Andrews and Jackie Blake. Their project entails the promotional movement of entrepreneurship to young adolescents 6-18 years old, with the intentions to enlighten and inspire these individuals that they all have the ability to achieve success and implement their ideas in the business world. Andrews and

Blake demonstrated the concept and many benefits of pursuing entrepreneurship while encouraging professional achievements through aspiration. The performance of these two seniors ultimately awarded them a top spot to attend the State conference along with the rest of the King Philip chapter. We look forward to cheering on these local students in their efforts to compete on an international level in Orlando, Florida on April 24th!

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FSPA Launches New Summer Programs Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) introduces a new series of summer theater programs, two ballet intensives, unique three-day workshops and weeklong camps, and an eightweek session of voice, instrumental and dance classes. The summer session runs from June 29 to August 21, with registration beginning March 2.

FSPA Summer Theater provides the opportunity for handson immersion in a cabaret show, concert musical, behind-thescenes theater design, straight play or musical theater production, with enrollment for one to five weeks. The Cabaret week focuses on performance skills and

presentation, including repertoire choices, song interpretation and audition technique, and concludes with a cabaret style revue at THE BLACK BOX. Students enrolled in the Concert Musical week will rehearse and present the iconic Schoolhouse Rock! With timeless hits such as “Conjunction Junction,” “I’m Just a Bill” and “Three is a Magic Number,” the Emmy Award-winning Saturday morning cartoon series taught an entire generation lessons about grammar, science, math, money and American history in the most animated and catchy way. A behindthe-scenes exploration of theater design and production will include staging, lighting, costuming, sets

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Among FSPA’s weeklong performing arts camps, Broadway Camp for musical theater enthusiasts in Grades 3-7 teaches vocals, choreography and scene work, with a chance to showcase skills in a final ensemble performance.

Acting Camp (grades 3-6) teaches character development and improvisation and culminates in a one-of-a-kind presentation. Camp ProVoice focuses on individual performance skills with music from Broadway, movies and TV musicals as well as pop and rock hits, culminating in a performance of solos, duets and small ensembles. Jazz and Tap Camp (grades 4-7) combines age- and levelappropriate dance with a creative summer experience. For young beginner dancers, Little Gems Ballet Camp (ages 5-8) teaches basic ballet positions, vocabulary, floor exercises and simple steps with exploration of an enchanting story ballet. Creative Kids Camp will engage and entertain campers ages 5-7 with drama games,

theater activities, singing, dancing and crafts. The youngest campers, ages 3-5, are invited to the summer Little Music School Experience with FSPA’s Little Music School Director Kim Rezendes.

FSPA will also offer a series of 3-day workshops, including Rock Out, providing students with the opportunity to jam with talented area musicians and learn from well-known Boston professionals. Stepping Up will help dancers prepare for dance auditions, with work on technique, learning choreography, audition etiquette and presentation. Piano, Four Hands will pair students to work collaboratively on repertoire written for two people to play on one piano. Crash Course in Social Partner Dance will explore three American Smooth dances (Waltz, Foxtrot and Tango) and four Latin Rhythm dances (Rumba, Cha Cha, Swing and Salsa).

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Stony Brook Announces Its March Programming!

Spring is right around the corner. Come see the signs at Stony Brook!

Tiny Trekkers: Saturdays, March 7th and 21st, from 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Start your weekend off right with a fun and knowledgeable Stony Brook teacher on the trails learning about nature.

Each day will have a special topic created to excite your child about the natural world. There will be crafts, activities and lots of laughter. So come and join the fun. This month’s themes: Blowing in the Wind/ Welcome Back Spring (Migration). Ages 2.9 to 6 with a parent. Fee: $5m/$6nm per person per session Tree Identification Made Easy: Saturday, March 7th, from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Impress your friends on your next walk when you are able to identify trees and shrubs with barely a leaf in sight. Examine the clues including bark patterns, twigs, bugs, and fruit to identify many common plants in your back yard. We will discuss habitats and the attributes of trees that are helpful in placing a name to unknown trees both in the nature center and out along the trails. Fee: $35m/$40nm The Legendary Bald Eagle: Saturday, March 21st, from 10:00 –11:00 a.m. World-renowned Naturalist Brent Nixon will present this unforgettable program. Mark your calendar and make your plans to join us for this

special program sponsored by Stony Brook and the KP Science National Honor Society. This presentation will introduce you to the national symbol of our country.

Learn about this spectacular bird’s peril and rise from near extinction.

This program is free but there is limited seating, so registration is required. Pre-registration required.

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We will be heading to some of our area’s most productive National Wildlife Refuges in RI, including Napatree point, Ninigret and Trustom Pond for superb late winter wildlife viewing. Hiking at these

KP Track and Cross Country 2nd Annual Mattress Sale The Friends of King Philip Track and Cross Country will be sponsoring their 2nd annual mattress sale on Sunday, March 22 at KP High School.

Brand new, name brand, top quality sets with full manufacturer warranties will be available for 30% - 60% off retail. Brands include Restonic, Symbol, and Therapedic, and one manufacturer has won the Consumer Digest Best Buy Award and Women’s Choice Award for the eighth consecutive year.

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Floor models will be on display at King Philip High School from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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areas is easy, and the target bird species range from a dozen migrating waterfowl species to early warblers, including Palm, Pine and Yellow, and birds of prey. We will also visit the Federal Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center where we will have time to explore the fantastic habitat displays and dioramas. Wear good boots, bring a lunch, and dress for the weather.

Carpool from Stony Brook. Fee: $52m/$63nm Whoo’s Out There – Winter Wildlife Prowl: Friday, March 27th, from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Explore the fascinating world of Stony Brook after dark. You never know what you will find on a walk around the trails after sunset. We’ll start this program with an illustrated

discussion of the many creatures that roam the wetlands, fields and forest after dark. We’ll practice our owl hoots and take a look at what makes these critters so special, then head out on the trails to look and listen. We might see or hear great horned and eastern screech owls, beavers or other nocturnal animals.

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son Wonder Walks for Families – Spring Mysteries: Saturday, March 28th, from 10:00-11:30 a.m. Every exploration outside brings a new experience. Walk with us through the woods and along the wetlands at Stony Brook.

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Hockmomock Area YMCA Hockmomock Area YMCA gymnasts were awarded a team trophy at the Teddy Bear Bingo Gymnastics Competition held January 10 at Paradise Gymnastics. Shown L-R, including each girl’s all-around score are: Allison Hitchen of Wrentham (35.1), Amy Conley (32.5), Jacqueline Brandt (34.4), and Rory Casey (36.6) all of Foxboro.

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Everyone has bacteria on the surface of their skin, but in some people, bacteria thrive in the skin at the base of the eyelashes. Large amounts of bacteria around the eyelashes can cause dandruff-like scales and particles to form along the lashes and eyelid margins.

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People who have acne rosacea, a common skin condition causing pimple-like bumps and facial redness, may suffer from ocular rosacea. This can affect the eyelids with redness and swelling. If you have ocular rosacea, reduce alcohol, caffeine and chocolate in your diet. Omega-3 fatty acids (fish oil and flaxseed oil) are also helpful. Doxycycline or similar derivatives can help improve the dysfunctional oil glands as well as both facial and eye symptoms.

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A stye develops from an eyelash follicle or an eyelid oil gland that becomes clogged from excess oil, debris or bacteria. Styes can be a complication of blepharitis. If you have a stye, treat it like you treat blepharitis, and if not better within two weeks, see your ophthalmologist.

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LIVING HEALTHY Fitness After 50 with Physical Therapy Contributed by John Vacovec, Physical Therapist and CEO, Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab, Inc.

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How Will Your Investments Affect Your Child’s Financial Aid Prospects?

Even though it’s only February, college financial aid officers are already gathering documents, crunching numbers and otherwise working to determine grants for the school year that starts this coming fall. If you have children you plan on sending to college, how will your own savings and investments affect their chances of getting financial aid?

The answer depends not only on how much money you have, but also where you keep it. Most colleges base their aid calculations on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which currently counts up to 5.64% of certain parent-owned assets in determining federal or state aid.

By contrast, FAFSA counts up to 20% of a child’s assets, such as an UGMA or UTMA account.

So, what parent-owned assets are counted when determining a student’s need for financial aid?

They include savings, checking and non-retirement investment accounts and other types of assets. You do not have to report retirement accounts — such as traditional or Roth IRAs, 401(k)s and pensions — on the FAFSA. However, if you start taking with-

drawals from these accounts, the withdrawals must be reported on the FAFSA as student income for the year in which the transactions occurred — which means these withdrawals could affect your child’s financial aid package the following year.

A 529 plan is one popular college-savings vehicle. If you own a 529 plan, you will need to report it on FAFSA as a parentowned asset. But when you take withdrawals from the 529 plan, they won’t be counted as parent or student income on FAFSA, and they won’t incur federal income taxes, provided the money is used for qualified higher education expenses. (If you don’t use the money for these expenses, you’ll be taxed and potentially penalized by 10% on the earnings.) Because a 529 plan is counted as a parental asset on FAFSA, some people ask grandparents to own a 529 plan.

But while the value of an intact grandparent-controlled 529 plan will be excluded from FAFSA, the withdrawals themselves will be counted as untaxed income to the student on the following year’s FAFSA, and this money could certainly affect aid decisions.

At least a year before your first child heads off to college, you may want to contact the financial aid office at a local school to ask questions about FAFSA, scholarships, loans and other aspects of assistance. Since most colleges and universities follow similar rules regarding financial aid, you should be able to get some helpful answers, no matter where your child goes to school.

Of course, even with careful planning, your student may not qualify for financial aid. If this is the case, you will need to consider other strategies for paying for college. But keep this in mind: It’s best to develop a savings strategy for both college savings and one’s own retirement goals. So, study the financial aid rules, consider investing in college-funding vehicles such as 529 plans and do whatever else you can to help get your kids through school, but don’t forget about your own needs - because they are important, too.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.

Norfolk Community League Accepting Disbursement Requests until March 15 The application deadline for Norfolk Community League’s disbursement requests is March 15, 2015. Community groups, clubs, services, schools and other organizations in the Town of Norfolk are encouraged to apply. Funds will be awarded to organizations in April 2015. Visit www.NorfolkCommunityLeague.org to access the form.

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A Focus on Tax Strategies

Taxes and inflation erode the return you make on your investment portfolio. If you are in a 30% tax bracket and inflation is

4%, you need to earn 5.7% to earn nothing.

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Sports

KP Boys Basketball on the Rise

By Christopher Tremblay Staff Sports Writer In his first year as the boys’ basketball coach at Bishop Connolly High School, Matt Coute was able to lead the Cougars to the Mayflower League Championship. Two years later in 2013, Coute’s Cougars hoisted the Division 4 State Championship banner after going 21-6 and then repeated as the South Sectional Champion 2014 with a 23-4 record. After much success in such a short period of time at the Fall River school, Coute made his way to Wrentham, taking over the King Philip basketball program.

After finishing 9-11 last fall, the first year coach is looking to get the Warriors back into the tournament for the first time since Jake Layman’s senior season at KP. “I know that this team has the chance to open the door and walk into the tournament this year. The Hockomock League is tough and you need to be prepared and execute each and every game,” Coute said. “That’s why I took this job; top to bottom you have to be ready for every team in the league. I’d rather go 10-10 in the Hockomock League than what I accomplished with Bishop Connolly – this is a legitimate league.”

The new coach has been relying heavily on tri-captains Erich Ryan, James O’Brien and junior Ryan Layman. Of the three, Ryan is the biggest at 6’7” playing center, while O’Brien is 6’4” at power forward and Layman measures 6’4” as the shooting guard, giving the Warriors some decent height on the court.

“These guys do give us some good size, but we’ve been out rebounded in all of our losses,” the coach said. “During those games we have not used our length to our full advantage. During our wins we have been able to exploit our opponents with that length.”

Currently Layman leads the team scoring 14.9 points per game with O’Brien second at 10 while Ryan is the rebound leader with 9.2 boards per contest. In addition to the captains, Coute has also put a lot of emphasis on the play of seniors Nick Dumont, Noel Kean, Kyle Maloney, Will O’Neil (backup center), Jorge Casado (the starting point guard who is averaging

5.8 assists per game) and Sam Genesky (back-up point guard).

Underclassmen who have been important on the court have been juniors Ben Smith, the team’s three-point shooter, RJ McCarthy, who has brought his football physicality to the basketball court and sophomore Noah Goodwin, who is the first off the bench for KP. According to Coute, in addition to Layman being a marked man next season, these underclassmen will have expanded roles.

“Next season we will definitely not be as big as we have been this year, but if they stay committed as well as focused on the task at hand we should be competitive, just in a different style of play,” the coach said.

Although next year may find the Warriors playing a different

The Warriors surrounding Coach Matt Coute during a timeout against Franklin.

it into the tournament for the seniors’ sake as they have never had the opportunity to play in the tournament during their high school careers. It would be extremely rewarding for them.”

Once the Warriors do advance into the state tournament and show the rest of the state that they do belong, Coute will have reached his first goal as KP’s head coach. Following their post-season play, the

first year coach at KP will go to work at securing his next goal.

“Teams that have a winning tradition have been out scrapping us with their toughness,” Coute said. “We need to continue to work on our progression if we want to become a team with tradition like those teams.”

Erich Ryan (#44) shooting during the KP-Franklin game.

style of basketball, this year the squad is still fighting to advance into the state tournament. Needing a handful of wins, King Philip may actually find themselves back in the tournament.

“This team has been through three head coaches with 3 different philosophies in the last four years. That’s tough on anyone, never mind teenage kids, but they’re adapting well,” Coute said. “King Philip has not been a juggernaut in basketball in the past, but I want nothing more than to grab those few wins and make

KP on defense against Franklin.

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King’s Character Allows Him to Excel On and Off The Ice

By KEN HAMWEY Staff Sports Writer Brandon King has been an allstar selection in hockey and lacrosse — two sports that are fast, furious and hard-hitting. He’s also been a captain in both.

Those are impressive achievements for the King Philip senior.

But even more impressive are his standing as a high honor student and his contributions to his community and his school’s underclassmen. The 6-foot-5, 285-pounder, who plays defense in hockey and attack in lacrosse, tutors underclassmen once a day and, as a Student Council member, has spent his last three Christmas Eves distributing gifts to the elderly at a nursing home in Norwood.

Brandon King’s size may make him seem intimidating but he’s really a gentle giant. He’s, without doubt, a very caring individual.

“I’ve been tutoring for two years at school,’’ King said.

“There are always some students who need help in some area or course. It’s a chance for me to give back and be helpful. I’ve also enjoyed dressing up as an elf on Christmas Eve and going to Norwood to give gifts to the elderly in a nursing home.’’

“Brandon is not only a good hockey player,’’ said KP coach Jim Lehan, “but he’s also a good person. He can drive an opponent into the boards but he’s not mean.

He’ll be the first to help a player down on the ice.’’

King, who’s played three seasons of hockey, will mark his fourth varsity campaign of lacrosse next month. He’s so adept at both sports, it’s unfortunate he’ll be playing only one in college. “Clark University is where I’ll play lacrosse,’’ King said.

“The hockey program is clublevel and I’ve been recruited to play lacrosse.’’

KP’s hockey team needed two victories in its last two games to qualify for tourney play this year and, if that happens, it would mark King’s second venture into the tourney scene. Last year the Warriors lacrosse squad posted a 16-4 record but they were eliminated in the playoffs by Catholic Me-

sive machine at attack.

Last year, as a junior captain, he scored 55 goals and had 12 assists.

“My most memorable games last year came against Bishop Feehan and Westwood,’’ King recalled.

“I got the winning goal against Feehan in overtime,’’ he noted.

“Against Westwood, I scored from about 15 yards out, tying the game and giving us momentum for a victory in overtime.’’

King likes lacrosse because, as he says: “the situations you’re in are challenging and you have to react quickly.’’

Besides lacrosse and hockey, King likes to ski and snowboard.

Those four activities have caused him to break 14 bones, all of those injuries coming in his pre-high school days. “I’ve fractured my tibia, fibula and chipped part of my knee,’’ King said.

morial. The Warriors’ sextet was 7-9-2 and faced must-win games in its last two contests against North Attleboro.

“If we make it to the hockey tourney, it’ll be because we played with heart and pride,’’ King said.

“If we don’t qualify, it’ll be disappointing. My athletic philosophy has always been that if you give 100 percent and victories follow, that’s great. If they don’t, but you gave great effort, then you’ve got no regrets.’’

King’s style on defense includes a high hockey IQ, superb instincts, and good vision of the

ice.

“I’m a stay-at-home defenseman whose job is to get the offense rolling,’’ King said. “As a co-captain, I tried to lead by example on the ice and by being vocal in the locker room.’’

Two of King’s most memorable games were a loss to Mansfield as a junior and a victory over Stoughton this season. “Mansfield is always tough but I felt good about shutting down their first line in our opener last year,’’ he recalled. “Our 9-2 victory over Stoughton this season was rewarding because, after leading 4-2, we seemed to lose momentum. I

scored to make it 5-2 and we took off from that point.’’

King is quick to cite two teammates and a coach whom he greatly respects. “Tom Hanson was our other captain and our leading scorer,’’ King noted. “We worked well together as captains.

Ethan Douglas was on defense with me and he’s got a big heart and a great love for the game. As for coach Lehan, he’s a role model and a fine motivator. He’s had a major impact on my life.’’

Looking forward to his final season of lacrosse, King, who hopes to pursue a career in law, should once again be an offen-

For all his setbacks, King is eager to get started at Clark.

“Grades come first but in lacrosse I just want to make a difference,’’ he emphasized. “I want to give an all-out

effort.’’

King has displayed lots of effort and heart in hockey and in lacrosse.

Lehan is a fan of King’s ability on the power play and as a penalty-killer. He also likes his leadership, his wrist shot, his skating ability and his instincts. But, Lehan admires King’s humane and caring style just as much as he likes his athletic ability.

“Brandon is a quality person,’’ the coach emphasized.

The students King tutors and the elderly he’s served no doubt would agree with his coach’s assessment.

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March 3 Ed Morgan Sing-Along – Join Ed for a great time with singing and dancing. Fun for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with adult caregiver. Norfolk Public Library, 139 Main St., Norfolk.

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Vegas Night – Wrentham Youth Baseball & Softball Association and Plainville Athletic League fundraiser. Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, and Poker tournament with prizes for top winners.

Raffles, silent auction, appetizers, and cash bar. Register online at: www.vegasnight2015. eventbrite.com. North Attleboro Elks, 52 Bulfinch St., N. Attleboro. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tables open 7 to 11 p.m.

March 7 Saturdays with Sarah -- Join Miss Sarah for Saturday story time and craft, then stay and play! Enjoy music, rhymes, and more. For ages 0-6 with caregiver, no registration necessary. Also on February 21st.

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March 11 After School Arts with Maia Howes – For middle school and high school students, fiber artist and educator Maia Howes will offer instruction in papermaking, printing without a press, collage/mixed media, paste paper, handmade books and more. Student requests will be considered. Sign up at the circulation desk. Free but canned goods for the Wrentham Food Pantry are welcome. Also on March 25th. Fisk Public Library, 110 Randall Rd., Wrentham.

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Norfolk Garden Club -- Gardening is Murder! with Neal Sanders. Join the Garden Club for a humorous presentation on gardening in the Community Room. This promises to be a fun evening and a good time to start thinking about your garden again. Norfolk Public Library, 139 Main Street, Norfolk. 7 p.m.

Book Discussion Group – Spend an enjoyable evening with people who are passionate about reading. Formerly the History Book Discussion Group, this group now reads a variety of non-fiction titles and meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. New members are always welcome.

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March 14 The Norfolk Lions 8th annual Chili Fest -- Sample chili from area restaurants and vote for your favorite. Mac & cheese, salad, cornbread, dessert, and beverages will also be served. Tickets will be sold at the door, but advance purchase is recommended on March 4 and 5 at the Norfolk Library. St. Jude’s Parish Hall, 86 Main St., Norfolk at 6 p.m.

March 17 Last day to register for Wrentham Town Election. Wrentham Town Hall, Room 208, 79 South Street, Wrentham. 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

March 18 Blood Pressure Clinic – The Wrentham Public Health Nurse will hold a Blood Pressure clinic for anyone who lives or works in Wrentham. All ages welcome.

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March 20 Sound of Music – The King Philip Middle School Drama Club will perform this popular musical, a family favorite.

Shows will be held March 20, 21, and 22 with two performances on Saturday. Times to be announced. King Philip Middle School, 18 King St., Norfolk.

March 21 Norfolk Community Gala -- The James Bond-themed License to Thrill event will feature wine, beer, a spirits tasting, live and silent auction, raffle, dinner and dancing. The Norfolk Person of the Year will be honored. Tickets on sale through March 11 at www.norfolkgala.com. Lake

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March 22 Mattress Sale – Friends of KP Track and Cross Country will hold their annual mattress sale with new, top quality sets from major brands. Showroom with floor models on display will be staffed with professional salespeople. King Philip High School, 201 Franklin St., Wrentham. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

March 27 Dancing with the Wrentham Stars – The 3rd annual event and competition will feature six Wrentham residents dancing for local charities. Donate and vote for your favorite star: http:// www.wce02093.org/votedonatehere.html. Lake Pearl Luciano’s, 299 Creek St., Wrentham. 7 p.m. to midnight.

March 28 Mr. Dooley’s Olde Irish Pub 5k/10k -- The 3rd annual event starts and ends at Mr. Dooley’s Pub. The entry fee is $35 or $40 the day of the race and includes a post-race buffet. Sign up at www.active.com. Mr. Dooley’s Olde Irish Country Pub, 303 Shears St., Wrentham. 9 a.m.

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