…to build a much richer ‘toolkit’ to bring back to educators here in western Massachusetts.” The course can be transformational for participants. Based on their feedback, teachers are realizing the…
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U.S. education policy: Federal overreach or reaching for the wrong things?
…It will not ensure a reasonable level of teacher professional autonomy. A shift in who wields power and in what location does not necessarily mean better policies. It is more…
Local legislator visits Reading Recovery Program in West Springfield
…lesson, and heard about the powerful work that teachers trained in the intervention are doing to ensure that the most at-risk young literacy learners get off to a strong start….
From “flat Earth” to climate change denial, kids are deluged with fake science. Now teachers are fighting back
Melissa Lau, a middle-school science teacher in Piedmont, Oklahoma, with over 19 years of experience, stood by the doorway of her classroom as the last few of her first-period sixth…
Educators from Collaborative for Educational Services Publish Book on IEP and 504 Teams
…Executive Director Todd Gadza said. “This book will be a valuable resource for teachers and parents, and will undoubtedly benefit students.” Drawing on the principles of social justice and responsive…
HEC Academy students support Monte’s March
…that he would see the students along the walk. HEC Academy students participate every year. According to a teacher – they “wanted to participate…because it feels good to help people.”…
Eight athletes show their skills at Pioneer Special Olympics
…classmates, teachers and parents encouraged them from the sidelines, often joining them at the different stations to lend a helping hand. The hour-long flurry of fun was part of the…
Sharon Jones, M.Ed.
…for the University of Massachusetts. Sharon is widely known for her expertise in helping schools and teachers adopt the structures, dispositions and skills for effective co-teaching. Sharon coaches co-teachers across…
HEC Academy students raise $1,135 to battle hunger
…means a lot.” added Tessa Santor. _ This year the students’ donation was made in honor of HEC Academy teacher Bob Haughton, who passed away earlier this year. To learn…
‘Hour of Code’ engages Pioneer Valley students
…as she’s interested in art. Other students chose more game-oriented activities. Mount Tom Academy teacher Barbara Cheney, who admitted she had little background in coding herself, told her class that…