…The ongoing goal has been to deepen the program’s collective understanding of how racial trauma impacts youth in the care and custody of DYS, and how educators and practitioners can…
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CES wins $60,000 federal grant to bring arts into DYS classrooms
…residencies to develop arts educational programming. Over a hundred students in 10 DYS facilities will participate in the program. Final projects include four murals, two plays, and four drumming performances….
Local 21st Century Learning Centers approved for funding for this coming school year
…programs are designed to incorporate a balance of learning and fun activities in a safe, supportive environment. Through the programs, students strengthen their academic skills, deepen communication skills with adults…
Northampton schools eye ‘science of reading’ model, backed by $323K in grants
…reading curriculum and new lessons being piloted from one of two programs the district is considering after receiving two grants totaling more than $300,000. As part of the lesson, one…
Afterschool and Out-of-School Programs Woefully Underfunded
…are unsupervised during afterschool hours. In total, 362,312 students (44 percent of all students in the Commonwealth) — would sign up for an afterschool program if they had the option….
Mass Cultural Council Funds Artist in Residence Working with the DYS Education Initiative
…students to take ownership over their own narrative, and to develop their creative voice. This year’s artist in residence program is supported by a grant from the Mass Cultural Council…
Smith Academy launches sign language class
…pupils were chatting in American Sign Language, or ASL, which Smith Academy began offering this year as another option for students wanting to fulfill their language requirement. The pilot program…
Hadley Elementary School cited for STEM focus
…recognize Hadley Elementary School for their commitment to providing students with exceptional educational experiences while ensuring equitable access to PLTW programs,” PLTW President and CEO David Dimmett said in a statement….
HEC Academy holds graduation ceremony at Smith College
…located in Northampton, for students between 14 and 21, honored eleven students this year, from Franklin, Hampshire and Hampden County sending school districts. HEC Academy offers a small-school learning environment…
Sunderland school gets adaptive tricycle
…donations. The adult-size trike is available to all students, though priority is given to about a dozen based on their specific diagnoses. “It opens an opportunity for other students to…