On the wall across from Albert Mussad’s desk is a large photograph of children and their teacher. The teacher is Mussad, and the students are some of his very first,…
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Special Education Team Leader Institute completes first program year with gathering in Northampton
…education team leaders with tools to “foster family and community engagement and improve student outcomes.” Participants were clearly inspired by their work in the program. “This has been an incredible…
Preschool playground at Crocker Farm Elementary School in Amherst officially opens
…The merry-go-ground-like “spinner” for example, can serve as an “organizing activity” for some children. And the wood chips and gravel provide an opportunity to help children develop motor skills, she…
Pioneer Special Olympics bowling group creates connections through fun
…at the French King Bowling Center every Thursday has been something Stacy and four other special needs children have looked forward to. According to Scott, a physical education teacher at…
Peggy Hoime
With a background in Elementary and Special Education, Peggy spent many years working with children who were labeled as having an inability to learn and function in a regular classroom….
Excellence In Education: Living our Guiding Principles Awards – February and March winners announced
…successful with maintaining a positive work environment for other staff members which supports the overall culture of the program. In turn, the students feel safe and secure in their environment. …
HEC Academy Graduates Class of 2022
…will be successful.” HEC Academy is a program of the Collaborative for Educational Services, located in Northampton and working with schools, districts, families and youth in the Pioneer Valley to…
Embracing Struggling Students: Developing a Real Understanding of Trauma and Anxiety
Think about that student in your classroom that has caused you to pause and reflect on what might help them to become more successful in their learning environment. Have you…
New Athol-Royalston superintendent appointed
…will take over the job in the coming school year, pending successful contract negotiations. “I think that bodes well for the future of the schools here in Athol and Royalston,”…
DYS Education Initiative wins nationwide BreakFree competition
…astronauts.” As part of the initiative, students designed a successful spacesuit. It was this work that culminated in the national first place award. The Collaborative for Educational Services (CES) has…