…shiny new Chromebooks. “This increase in technology will allow teachers, especially in ELA and social studies, to have students work collaboratively on research projects and writing assignments,” Sullivan said. In…
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Jacqueline LaFrance
…Social Studies. She has worked as an elementary English language teacher for over 13 years in high- and low-incidence English Language districts in Western Massachusetts, and is a long-time user…
Megan Harding, MSW
Megan Harding is a Senior Lecturer and Chair of the Policy Sequence at the Smith College School for Social Work and Family Engagement Specialist for the BRYT Network (a program…
Federal Humanities Grant Showcases Pioneer Valley’s Role In Technological Innovation
…“As teachers of history, it is imperative that we continually update our knowledge of our subject area,” said Easthampton History Teacher and Forge of Innovation Co-leader Kelley Brown. “Programs like…
Moilanen named 2016 Local PBS LearningMedia Digital Innovator
…use technology as part of their work. Now, as part of the 2016 PBS LearningMedia Digital Innovators Program, Moilanen will be able to further her knowledge and understanding of the…
Early Childhood Programs Reduce Need for Special Ed
…by Duke University. The findings were released just days after the North Carolina university announced that it was opening a data analytics center focused on answering early childhood questions about…
Juuling in school: E-cigarette use prevalent among local youth
…conceal — even in a school. Juuling is also known as vaping. “I know a lot of kids who Juul, almost half the kids I know,” said Bryden Ventola, a…
Amherst Mobile Market begins third year on June 7th
…at Groff Park on Tuesdays from 4 – 6 pm, Mill River Recreation Area on Wednesdays from 4 – 6 pm, Fort River Elementary School on Thursdays from 4 –…
Four Corners student fundraiser helps ailing children
…people.” Four Corners students this year are using their monthly spirit days to bring in money for St. Jude Children Research Hospital. Each month children have a chance to dress…
Schools Closed In Massachusetts Until At Least April 7th
…will work with school districts to keep buildings open whenever possible to continue to offer these services.” The order for school closings does not currently apply to daycare centers. While…