…“alternative structured learning day programs,” which the department is open to as long as districts “can ensure that the program meets the standard for structured learning time and that the…
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CES Profile – Albert Mussad, Sharing the Joy of Teaching
…a Spanish teacher in Vermont. As a speaker of Spanish and Arabic, Mussad taught in summer ELL programs in New England. In new Jersey, Mussad taught K-12 English as a…
Reunion Center in Easthampton launches new mentoring program for middle schoolers
…groups.” Three years ago, the Reunion Center shifted its focus from adult education to academic support programs for teens. Since then, Fryzel-Paquette said, the number of students enrolled in its…
Massachusetts Migrant Education Program provides support across the Commonwealth
…students that aligned well with the MMEP work, and it was the plan to build collaborations between the MMEP and other CES programs, such as the Early Childhood Programs and…
Looking Back: Ben DeMarino Memorial
…“Ben was an unforgettable individual whose determination was inspirational; his memory inspires me still,” says Dr. Elana Aitken, Clinical Director for the Collaborative’s special education and alternative learning programs. Dr….
Students Learn at local horse farm
…the wonderful woman who owns and runs it, Joanne Huff. Full of Grace Horse Farm hosts “Healing with Horses”, programs for people in the need of healing for one reason…
Staff shortages throughout K-12 education are taking a toll
…can mean they must collapse programs, combining students from populations that would typically be kept separate due to differing support needs, to ensure they are all getting at least some…
Early Educators Chart a Path from Self-Care and Cultural Responsiveness To Professional Growth
…counties. The institute began with professional development sessions on early childhood best practices. Thereafter, educators from six area community-based programs were invited to participate in a six-month intensive professional development…
As details emerge, here’s what Trump’s plan to abolish DOE could mean for Mass. schools
…deep cuts to crucial programs like special education and Title 1 services for low-income students. The concerns follow the recent confirmation of Linda McMahon to lead the DOE. She recently…
Joanne Blocker
…Joanne was an elementary principal and a Director of Curriculum. Joanne supervised mentoring and new teacher induction programs at multiple school districts and has extensive experience building successful mentoring programs….