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$1M to fight youth opioid addiction
…— which have been at the forefront of efforts in the state at tackling the opioid epidemic. “As stewards of the next generation, how can we work with our allies…
White House Hosts Summit on Early Childhood Education
…embracing the need to invest in early education, Duncan said. Thirty-six states applied 18 grants totaling $226 million to improve and expand high quality pre-school programs in high need communities….
Sandy Shea
…district ELA facilitator to develop training tailored to meet the needs of the teachers. In addition, she has worked as a grant coordinator, coach, and trainer for several state initiatives….
U.S. education policy: Federal overreach or reaching for the wrong things?
…education policy. As a result, the powerful influence of nationally funded assessments and the Common Core State Standards may be reduced. However, the devolution of decision-making power to local or…
Massachusetts receives $4 million Gates Foundation grant
…for educator preparation programs, officials said. The state Department of Elementary and Secondary Education announced Thursday in a statement that the money will be utilized over three years to launch…
Fifteen Superintendents Express Charter Concerns with Area Legislators
…impact of charter schools and school choice on smaller and rural districts, especially in Franklin, Hampshire, and Berkshire counties. These schools lead the state in the percentage of students enrolled…
Amherst Mobile Market begins third year on June 7th
…The market is staffed by residents of the food desert neighborhoods the market serves. The market is grateful for the advocacy of state representative Mindy Domb who advocated for an…
Massachusetts Senate plans to craft charter school reform bill as ballot question looms
BOSTON, MA – Facing a possible question on the November 2016 statewide ballot pushed by Gov. Charlie Baker that lifts the cap on charter schools, the State Senate will attempt…
History’s Mysteries becomes iCivics Private i History Detectives
…curriculum is easy to use and aligned with state standards. Private i History Detectives is the first curriculum iCivics has developed specifically for the youngest learners, a segment of the…