CES is happy to share that History’s Mysteries, originally developed by Laurie Risler and Kelley Brown with support from CES’s Emerging America, is now part of iCivics, which works to…
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Scholar and Common Core critic Yong Zhao says schools need to rethink use of classroom technology
…daylong event also offered workshops led by local educators using technology to engage students, including teachers in the Amherst, Northampton and Williamsburg schools. In introducing Zhao, the collaborative’s executive director,…
Recalibrating A Code of Character, Conduct, and Support:A Pathway to Equity A One Day Convening
A one-day session where district/network and school leaders explore the core elements of an effective Code; learn the benefits of engaging in this work for students, parents/caregivers, and staff; and…
Not country — but a great teacher: Kayla Werlin of Hadley wins Country Music Association Award as a top music instructor
…— is now trying to devise ways to work with her students online, with schools shut because of the COVID-19 outbreak. “Country music is not something I know a lot…
SPIFFY’s “Building Strategies” Youth Event on 8/9/23
On August 9th, 20 Hampshire County teens got together at Smith College’s Conference Center for three hours to help SPIFFY determine which strategies the SPIFFY Coalition should pursue in the…
After School Programming During the Crisis
…After School programs also temporarily halted their operations. However, the talented teachers and coordinators in these programs have not been idle. They have been working remotely to develop virtual enrichment…
Easthampton Students Dig Into Pepin School History
At this time last year, Jacqui LeFrance’s grade 4 English Language Learner students at Center Pepin School in Easthampton were hard at work coming up with questions to ask their…
Loris Bjorkman-Joslyn
…from Mouth Holyoke College and an M.S. in Art Therapy from Springfield College. Loris strives to help students find their full potential and value themselves as well as their work….
Five Franklin county schools earn ‘Green Team’ awards
Five Franklin County schools were recognized by the state for their outstanding work in an environmental education program. Greenfield High School, Federal Street School, Math and Science Academy, Bernardston Elementary…
Creating Intentional Community
…work and how to create a space focused on active love and accountability. [0:27] Hello T! [1:00] Diverse backgrounds and inclusive engagement [2:16] Tips on Facilitation and creating good environments…