…and equitable financial support for schools and towns in rural western Massachusetts,” said Mohawk Trail School Committee Chair Martha Thurber. “For the first time, the issues facing our rural communities…
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Hadley Schools sharpen focus on science, technology
…education in Hadley’s public schools, says Superintendent Anne McKenzie. While the schools will continue to have a consistency in the approach to how students are taught, McKenzie said this will…
Rep. Blais takes the bus to bring awareness about funding, ride times for students
…originated at a meeting with area superintendents and principals about the financial challenges facing area schools,” Blais said. “In fiscal year 2018, regional transportation for Mohawk (Regional School District) was…
Franklin County teachers honored for appreciation week
Ten Franklin County educators have been honored with gift cards and radio announcements in time for May’s “teacher appreciation week.” The program is run by Emerson Insurance and Financial Services…
When coronavirus closed schools, some Detroit students went missing from class. These educators had to find them.
…about a dozen Loving students who went missing in the weeks after COVID-19 began battering this community. Panic, sickness and death sent many Detroiters into financial and emotional turmoil, scattering…
Last day for Pearl Rhodes brings joy, sadness: Institution closing for final time
…the district, Pearl Rhodes’ potential closure was a topic of discussion for several years. School officials said in March that the closure will still not solve the district’s financial unsustainability,…
The Amherst Mobile Market finishes first year, planning for the future
…and implement a mobile market model that was affordable, accessible, and worked toward sustainability, provided economic opportunity for community members, sourced food from local farms, and included culinary education. The…
Rural Schools Roundtable emphasizes funding difficulties for area’s rural schools
…the challenges of safely transporting students without too much financial burden. In addition, other area school districts attended remotely. The roundtable was hosted by state Sen. Adam Hinds, D-Pittsfield, who…
Officials sound off to legislators on broadband, schools
…have increased the financial burden for the remaining, aging population to pay for services and schools, and for finding replacement workers, town committee members and volunteer firefighters. Lack of adequate…
Alternative high schools emphasize learning over time in class
William (Bill) Diehl, in addition to serving as the Collaborative for Educational Services executive director, also serves as the chair of the Diploma Plus board. Bill recently sat down with…