…might be of interest to districts and schools that are thinking about redesigning school schedules. It is available on our legislative reports page or our expanded learning time page. …
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‘Homework gap’ shows millions of students lack home internet
…hot spot. But that grant program lapsed. In the area surrounding the school in the city’s north end, less than half of households have home access. School districts, local governments…
Back to school: Dual enrollment, early college programs a boon for area high schoolers
…are all challenges and problems that local high schoolers face. But a series of programs in the state are providing some solutions. For a high schooler looking to take college…
Pioneer to adopt youth in transition program
NORTHFIELD, MA — Come next school year, Pioneer Valley Regional School students who experience a long absence will receive extra clinical and academic support through the Bridge for Resilient Youth…
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…
AG Healey Reminds Public Schools About Laws Requiring Equal Access to Education Regardless of Immigration Status
…“In light of the current climate around matters of immigration, parents should not be afraid to send their children to school. I am glad to partner with our local schools…
Warwick Fire Dept. sparks hands-on learning for electrical students
WARWICK — The Franklin County Technical School students are no strangers to Warwick. Having replaced the ceiling fans in the Warwick Community School’s gymnasium last fall, the technical school’s electrical…
Search for Amherst-Pelham school chief postponed until fall
AMHERST — To get the best possible candidates and not rush a process that was already on a tight schedule, the Amherst-Pelham Regional and Union 26 school committees are postponing…
Mass. High School Graduation Rate Improves
Massachusetts education officials say the state’s high school graduation rate is up to 86.1 percent, with some of the strongest gains among minority and low-income students. The Department of Elementary…
Joanne Blocker
Joanne Blocker is a seasoned teacher and administrator with over 30 years of experience. Joanne was an elementary principal and a Director of Curriculum. Joanne supervised mentoring and new teacher…