…Barbara sets high expectations, but sees her students respond to her expectations with hard work and a renewed enthusiasm for learning that will carry them beyond high school. Barbara moved…
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Warwick Fire Dept. sparks hands-on learning for electrical students
WARWICK — The Franklin County Technical School students are no strangers to Warwick. Having replaced the ceiling fans in the Warwick Community School’s gymnasium last fall, the technical school’s electrical…
Alternative high schools emphasize learning over time in class
William (Bill) Diehl, in addition to serving as the Collaborative for Educational Services executive director, also serves as the chair of the Diploma Plus board. Bill recently sat down with…
Conway Grammar School hosts guest readers for Dr. Seuss’ birthday
CONWAY — Monday would have been the 116th birthday of Springfield native Theodor Seuss Geisel. You know him as Dr. Seuss, and for 83 years children have pored over his…
Humanizing the History of Genocide in the Classroom
…PDPs! Participants will also share and be given model lessons and receive lesson planning guidance from Todhunter. Please note: If all seats are full, email events@collaborative.org to join a waitlist….
Federal Humanities Grant Showcases Pioneer Valley’s Role In Technological Innovation
…the Industrial Revolution. The project is a collaboration between the Collaborative for Educational Services (CES) Emerging America program, the University of Massachusetts (UMass Amherst) History Department, Springfield Armory National Historic…
Welcome Keyedrya Jacobs, SPIFFY’s New Parent/Caregiver Engagement Consultant!
…and events that highlighted the voices of youth of color as well as LGBTQIA youth. On to DIAL/Self where we specialize in youth homelessness engagement. I was responsible for coordinating…
Distinguished UMass Historian Encourages HEC Academy Graduates to Pursue their Dreams
…them. Failure, he said, is merely “an opportunity to do something different the next time.” Bracey said that while he is asked to speak at various events around the nation,…
Michelle Mendes
…Services in Hampshire and Franklin Counties. Her responsibilities there included: program development, organization, budgeting, and assuring adherence to state policies and regulations; staff supervision; hosting workshops, trainings and family events;…
Special Olympics delivers cheers with challenges
…students from area schools enjoyed cheers and encouragement Thursday as they participated in track and field events at Northampton High School for the Special Olympics Massachusetts School Day Games. “It’s…