Turners Falls, MA – Students in the Franklin County Technical School’s computer programming and web design program started the school year with 26 new computers, but the students themselves were…
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Gill-Montague school officials ready to determine uses for $110k regionalization grant
…expand opportunities for students from both campuses,” read the grant proposal submitted in mid-November. Sullivan said that the next step is to set up meetings with school committees and other…
White Brook Middle School celebrates arrival of new recess equipment, breakfast kiosk with Pat Patriot
…healthy eating and physical activity,” said Superintendent Nancy Follansbee. “And this really supports both of those initiatives.” Until now, students at the school lacked equipment to use during recess. Early…
Pioneer science teacher Penney Betsold earns Grinspoon award
…and balloons. Betsold, who is in her 11th year at Pioneer, said the award was “a lovely surprise,” as were her students’ congratulations and excitement for her. “I’m really happy…
DYS Educator Develops Breakfree Project
…to then participate in the nationwide Breakfree Competitions, where his project, “Unworldly” was selected. “Unworldly” will focus on outer space and the “potential benefits of its exploration.” Students will also…
Scibak visits Easthampton High School’s 21st Century Community Learning Center
…after school program offers to students and their families within the Easthampton School District. Scibak spent time with students participating in a variety of activities, including Fitness Club, Rock Band,…
HEC Academy in Northampton Graduates Class of 2021
2021 Graduates from HEC Academy in Northampton, MA, celebrate at Union Station with their families. Northampton, MA — Nine students graduated from HEC Academy in an in-person ceremony held at…
Why young people are striking Friday: ‘I won’t go to school and act like everything is normal’
NORTHAMPTON — On Friday, many students will skip school for a trip to Boston — but it’s not for fun. The students, along with many adults, will attend the youth-led…
Mohawk, Hawlemont to test out ‘Blizzard Bags’ during spring vacation
BUCKLAND — Assigning school homework during spring break may sound like a bad idea — unless it means that students can start summer vacation two days early. Before going ahead…
The vocational surge: Smith Voc, South Hadley schools experiencing increased demand
…Voc, where students spend time on traditional academics and their chosen trade. “Everyone thinks you’re learning a trade because you’re stupid,” said Rivera, while sitting in Smith Voc’s front office…