…“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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Springfield DYS Campus Hosts Career Day for Youth
SPRINGFIELD, MA – Youth from all three programs on the Springfield Campus participated in a Career Day on May 21, 2013. CHD Assessment, Terri Thomas Girls Program, and Springfield Secure…
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…
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…
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….
HEC Academy students support WRSI’s campout fundraiser for Cancer Connection
…again this year to raise funds supporting Cancer Connection’s programs and services. This year, the fundraiser began on Wednesday March 4th, earlier, colder and snowier than 2014’s event. Monty and…
Patricia Kinsella
…programs. The consistent thread that runs through all of her work is a belief that a strong system of public education is the cornerstone of a thriving and equitable society….