…to get to know their children well is through observing and documenting them in the midst of their daily activities. The Collaborative for Educational Services (CES) in Northampton, Massachusetts is…
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After School Programming During the Crisis
…materials such as art supplies; kits for hands-on projects; providing culturally and linguistically relevant books; a scavenger hunts around their home or neighborhood (with the appropriate social/physical distancing); engineering design…
Barbara Cheney Appointed Fellow for Summit Learning
…instinctive to her. They helped her encourage academic and social success within her student community. Now in 2018, the results of Barbara’s work could be seen in the Capstone projects…
Donate to Strong Foundations for Young Children Fund
Home E Search query for: employment social justice education specialist ( Page 65 ) Strong Foundations for Young Children Free parent coaching for parents with children birth to age five…
CES Profile – After School Programs, Learning Inspired by Fun
…Collaborative for Educational Services (CES), in Franklin, Hampshire, and Hampden counties. Ben learned about the Green Room when he saw a flyer one day at lunch, and thought he’d give…
Welcome new SPIFFY Coalition Coordinator, Amy!
…engage communities in meaningful social change. Amy started her position with SPIFFY on May 30th, 2023. She has been a wonderful addition to our team and we are excited about…
Partnering with Families
Young children thrive and their social and emotional development is enhanced when there is alignment between home and school. Learn about the value of developing authentic strength-based relationships with families…
Mary Schreiber
…Master’s degree at Bank Street College of Education. Her career includes working directly with young children and their families, developing curriculum to support conflict resolution skills in young children, and…
CES Profile – Play is Serious Work
…Sessions might also include social skills, sensory experiences, exercising to music and rhythm, as well as developing functional hand skills. Work with each client is individualized to address the individual’s…
Turners Falls High School seniors surprised with parade
…up with a way to recognize graduating seniors without a social gathering. On Friday afternoon, about 40 school staff members, police officers and community volunteers held a surprise parade that…