…is optimistic that with additional CEEAS support, the program will expand to other DYS educational facilities throughout Massachusetts. All four programs have seen an increase in student engagement as the…
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Building an Innovative Community for Special Education Team Leaders
…the individual needs of students. Participants were inspired by their work in the program, and by the creation of a peer-to-peer community that was and is a core and innovative…
HEC Academy students support WRSI’s campout fundraiser for Cancer Connection
…is an alternative learning program of the Collaborative for Educational Services in Northampton, MA For more information about the HEC Academy High School and Middle School program, visit www.collaborative.org/programs/alternative-ed. …
Technology Update at HEC Academy
NORTHAMPTON, MA – HEC Academy rolled out a new one-to-one laptop initiative for students last week, the culmination of years of review, research and planning. HEC Academy students now have…
Mentorship for New and Aspiring Principals
DESE recommends a structured 50 hour induction and mentorship program for new administrators to improve retention and instructional leadership. The principalship is a demanding and influential leadership role, one shaping…
Rural School Aid awarded to local districts
…these leaders as we strive to ensure quality education for our rural students.” School districts that qualify for Rural School Aid have fewer than 21 students per square mile in…
Dr. Sonia Fields is new Director of Teaching, Learning, and Innovation
…the potential of all students to create resources, structures, and opportunities that allow students to grow and thrive. The foundation she has built is strong and leaves us poised to…
Gov. Charlie Baker signs bilingual education bill into law
…The new law allows schools to develop new approaches for teaching students who are learning English, like dual language education, a program that allows students to maintain their first language…
Where Now?
…topics, and transitioning to snack, lunch, recess, specials…and home again. Within our classrooms and buildings we can be in perpetual transition – new processes, examining and implementing new techniques and…
The New Massachusetts IEP: Referral, Evaluation, & Eligibility Guidance
This webinar will offer an introduction to the Massachusetts New IEP and associated guidance. Participants will explore the Referral, Evaluation and Eligibility guidance together and discuss elements of the new…