…learning (SEL) practices can encourage students to develop skills such as empathy, social awareness, and emotional regulation. Many times, educators believe that social-emotional skills are an “add-in” to the classroom…
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ESE votes to endorse practices for safe and supportive learning for LGBTQ students
In March, the Massachusetts Board of Elementary and Secondary Education unanimously voted to approve nine principles that ensure safe and supportive learning environments for all LGBTQ students attending school in…
Scibak visits Easthampton High School’s 21st Century Community Learning Center
Representative John Scibak visited Easthampton High School’s 21st Century Community Learning Center After School Program on Tuesday, March 20th. Scibak toured the program and received an update about what the…
Blended Learning Issue Brief released and available for download
…highlights stories from Massachusetts DYS facilities of Blended Learning, as well as updates on the national Unjammed Blended Learning initiatives. The June 2015 Issue Brief is available for download here….
GHS students participating in Community Service Learning Day
…make neck scarves out of recycled T-shirts, all as part of Community Service Learning Day. The students will go out into their community from 8 to 11 a.m. to learn…
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…
Department of Youth Services Guiding Principles awards for November
…learning community allowing the youth to knowingly reflect on their personal, social, and cultural identities.” One of her students also shared the following: “Jess is always honest with me, has…
Families Embracing Anti-Bias Values: Film Screening and Discussion
…all early educators in western Massachusetts and throughout the state. Families Embracing Anti-Bias Values is a 50-minute documentary about families who intentionally parent with an anti-bias lens, exploring their hopes,…
Desirée Lalbeharie
…early intervention clinical and management roles; college level teaching; professional development trainings; and facilitating community partnerships. Her 25 year career has been dedicated to the field of early childhood development…
Suzanne Stillinger
…for children living in residential programs for unhoused survivors of domestic violence. Early on, she saw that the scope of her efforts to help improve the day-to-day lives of children…