…students the fundamentals of journalism, but allow them to produce a student newspaper. Despres, who will teach the class, proposed the idea to new Pioneer Principal Jean Bacon. “The idea…
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The Benefits of Formative Assessment in a Time of Accountability
…assisting teachers in developing SMART goals that support the school plan and will help them improve student achievement. Principals are called upon to ensure that the curriculum is aligned with…
Obama Education Rules Are Swept Aside by Congress
…students took each year. Under the Every Student Succeeds Act, children still have to take standardized tests in math, reading and science, and schools still need to report on the…
Report: Massachusetts students perform best in the country — even when adjusted for demographics
…A report published Monday from the Urban Institute, a D.C.-based think tank, however, found that Massachusetts students achieved highest compared to students in other states, even when outcomes were adjusted…
The brains behind computers: Family code night at Norris School in Southampton
SOUTHAMPTON, MA — Like most youth of her generation, Rylie Simmons, 8, is adept at using today’s technology to watch gymnastics on YouTube or to research do-it-yourself projects like how…
Sheffield Elementary School counselor honored with Grinspoon award
…as a youth counselor for nearly four decades, White has seen the social changes — how poverty can erode families and neighborhoods; how each new wave of addictive drugs disrupts…
Register for SPIFFY’s Summer Full Coalition Meeting!
…of speakers to discuss the latest research and data on the impact of social media and screen time on youth health, as well as best practices and first-hand experiences with…
Local schools providing pickup, delivery meal options
…Days Inn from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Mondays through Fridays. Additional sites may be added. “We offered free meals to all youth immediately, starting the very first day of…
Pathways to Independence Program (PIP) Hosts Visitors May 15
…newly renovated classroom and life skills areas and meet with participating students and staff. State Representative Ellen Story, DESE Connecting Activities coordinator Shailah Stewart, Collaborative for Educational Services (CES) Executive…
US Department of Ed Selects HEC Academy as Green Ribbon award winner
…public day special education program for youth in grades 9-12 who are eligible to receive services via an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Students typically present with social-emotional challenges, learning disabilities,…