…progress. The schools were recognized as 2016 National Blue Ribbon Schools, state-designated Commendation Schools or National Title I Distinguished Schools. “I’m proud that our Massachusetts K—12 education system is one…
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Families Embracing Anti-Bias Values: Film Screening and Discussion
Please join us 10am-12pm for this free virtual screening and discussion of a new film from Anti-Bias Leaders ECE, Families Embracing Anti-Bias Values. This event will feature an introduction and…
Giving students a beacon of hope: Learning program finds new routes to graduation for high schoolers
…had it not been for their introduction to the program. BEACON Director Max Fripp, who also serves as the director of innovation and entrepreneurship at GCC, said that of the 12…
Miguel Cardona chosen as Secretary of Education
…marred by national turmoil, a deeply divided nation, and an ongoing public health crisis that puts schools front and center. In selecting Cardona—a former teacher, principal, and district administrator—Biden fulfilled…
Local educators celebrate Pioneer Valley Excellence in Teaching Awards
…– Brian Delaney, Sally Rice Granby Regional Public Schools – Tracy Mayo, Sarah McNutt Greenfield Public Schools – Anna Marchefka, Barbara Ouellete, Jessica Pollock, Maria Scotera Hadley Public Schools –…
Collaborative for Educational Services receives Teaching with Primary Sources grant from Library of Congress
…I look forward to all the good work that this grant will do as the Collaborative with Educational Services and Teaching with Primary Sources work together with our local schools…
SPIFFY Coalition to hold town hall meeting on underage drinking
…of charge. Space is limited and registration required online at www.collaborative.org/events-and-courses/spiffy-coalitiontown-hall-meeting-prevent-underage-drinking. SPIFFY partners and supporters from Hampshire County, including schools, municipal leaders, community-based organizations, and law enforcement are invited to…
9th Annual Safe and Healthy Schools Summit: Supporting Schools in Seeking Racial Healing in Polarizing Times
A conference to help Grades K-12 administrators, teachers, para-educators, school counselors, nurses, resource officers and others strengthen skills to better address racism and racial equity in schools, navigate difficult or…
Alternative high schools emphasize learning over time in class
…Diploma Plus’s five New York City schools had higher graduation rates than average for such programs, citing high student engagement. But Diploma Plus has faced challenges, shrinking from 29 schools…
Local communities celebrate the Week of the Young Child
NORTHAMPTON, MA – Communities throughout Hampshire County are organizing a series of events next week (April 14th – 20th) to raise awareness of the needs of young children, and their…