…Program is to expand and enhance a statewide network of high quality 21st CCLC programs that serve as mentors to new and existing programs. Our goal at CES is to…
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Staff shortages throughout K-12 education are taking a toll
…to struggle to learn if they don’t come to us with their physical health, mental health, and societal health needs met so that they are able to access the curriculum….
International Overdose Awareness Day
…without stigma those who have been lost to overdose, and hold space for the grief of the people left behind. Hampshire HOPE, SPIFFY’s sister coalition, is supporting a vigil in…
Youth Policy and Advocacy Summit 2025
The SPIFFY Coalition and the Communities That Care Coalition co-organized a “Youth Policy and Advocacy Skills Summit” on June 14th, from 10AM-3PM at the Smith College Conference Center. The Summit…
Safe and Supportive Schools for All
…when needed. Despite these many efforts, there are issues that are simply beyond the capabilities of schools. Providing sufficient and timely mental health services is but one example. Our community…
CES Profile – After School Programs, Learning Inspired by Fun
…after school programs are funded through 21st Century Learning Grants, and others are the result of CES partnerships with schools to create their own pay-as-you-go programs. Special recruitment efforts assure…
Rural schools to push for millions more in state aid
BUCKLAND — Hoping to boost state money to rural school districts by about $9.5 million, educators at the Massachusetts Rural Schools Coalition voted unanimously Wednesday to back a proposal for…
Student-Centered Programs Help Kids Feel Connected
…work to 12 different program sites, serving over 4,000 young people. In each case, CES developed programs in collaboration with the host school. Programs served elementary, middle, or high school…
Collaborative for Educational Services Executive Director Announces Plans for Reitrement
…childhood providers in Western Massachusetts communities. Programs and services for learners/families include After School, Early Childhood, Special Education and Alternative Education Programs. Programs and services for educators include Early Childhood,…
Massachusetts Migrant Education Program Transitions to Collaborative for Educational Services
…programs, such as the Early Childhood Programs and 21st Century Afterschool programming. Some CES member districts currently have migratory students enrolled and the agency’s relationship with other districts, such as…