…public schools to compete for additional state funding. The proposal is backed by mayors and leaders in business and education. They’re asking the state for $75 million so under-performing schools…
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Baker-Polito Administration Honors 51 Schools – recognized for high achievement, strong progress or narrowing gaps
…progress. The schools were recognized as 2016 National Blue Ribbon Schools, state-designated Commendation Schools or National Title I Distinguished Schools. “I’m proud that our Massachusetts K—12 education system is one…
The Massachusetts Migrant Education Program Partners with School Districts
…districts in Massachusetts to develop new and innovative ways to support and extend their efforts. Springfield Public Schools (SPS) partners with MMEP in multiple ways to address barriers that have…
Lenox schools to explore alternative ways to structure district
LENOX, MA – During the formal public presentation of the public school system’s strategic plan, Superintendent Timothy Lee told the audience that as part of a “scenario to increase enrollment,”…
Poverty, segregation persist in U.S. schools, report says
…the authors said, 33 percent of high schools with high black and Latino enrollment offer calculus, compared with 56 percent of high schools with low black and Latino student populations….
Sarah Westbrook
…the QFT for a range of audiences, including NCSS, NSTA, NCHE, and ASCD national conferences; Chicago Public Schools; Cincinnati Public Schools; New York State BOCES districts, San Francisco Public Schools;…
North Berkshire Academy prepares for success in the Berkshires
…Academy. Wherever possible, students will be transitioned back to their sending schools when they are ready. To ensure that transition is smooth, Jodi has been working closely with local schools…
Northampton Receives $50,000 Mass in Motion Grant to Promote Public Health
NORTHAMPTON, MA – Mayor David J. Narkewicz today announced that the City of Northampton has received a $50,000 Mass in Motion Grant from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to…
ESE to hold five public forums on PARCC – first is Tuesday April 28 in Fitchburg
MALDEN, MA – The Board of Elementary and Secondary Education will hold a series of public forums across the Commonwealth on the upcoming decision on whether to sunset the Massachusetts…
Local schools providing pickup, delivery meal options
…up with ways to keep food accessible to families while classrooms are closed. The earliest possible reopening of schools is scheduled for Monday, April 6. In the interim, public school…