NORTHFIELD, MA — When Matthew Despres was in high school, writing for his school newspaper was how he discovered his passion for journalism. Now, as an English teacher at Pioneer…
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In face of homework bans, local educators a voice for moderation
…to bed early.” This year, a growing number of schools are following the “no-homework” trend. Kelly Full Service Community School in Holyoke banned homework after the school’s district extended the…
Sunderland Elementary recognized for non-vehicular school transportation
SUNDERLAND — The state Department of Transportation recently recognized more than 140 partners of the Massachusetts Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Program, which encourages taking non-vehicular modes of transportation to…
Florence middle school teacher named Mohawk Trail’s new assistant principal
BUCKLAND — Come fall, Mohawk Trail Regional School students will see a new face in the classroom and around the halls. Diane Zamer started as Mohawk Trail’s new assistant principal…
Franklin County Technical School starts year with student-built computers
…then received the computers later that school year and assembled them and had them ready for the start of classes in the fall. The grant was essentially able to tackle…
Amherst Middle School After School VELA program continues with strong remote format
…That support, and the educational and fun activities that the VELA program provides, have all continued into the Fall with homework assistance and a variety of choices for continued group…
Sara Lowe
Sara Lowe is a seasoned Speech Language Pathologist and Assistive Technology Specialist. In addition to having worked at CES for 15 years, she also held the position of a tenured…
Bill S.261 would support literacy intervention programs in Massachusetts
…based on published research. Supporters said the bill is designed to reduce the number of students who are referred to special education programs because they struggle to learn to read…
Mohawk, Hawlemont to test out ‘Blizzard Bags’ during spring vacation
…with plans next fall to start an “Alternative Structured Learning Time” — or “Blizzard Bag Program” — the Hawlemont and Mohawk school district students will be taking school assignments home…
Strong Foundations for Young Children Expands to Serve Families Throughout Hampshire County
The Strong Foundations for Young Children program, supporting families of infants, toddlers and preschoolers, has this year been redesigned and expanded to bring services to all of Hampshire County. “We…