…school students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). Located in Northampton, Massachusetts, HEC Academy is managed by the Collaborative for Educational Services and is committed to providing meaningful, student-centered learning experiences…
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Area lawmakers active in crafting landmark education bill
…have their fingerprints all over the legislation. The landmark compromise legislation is a significant overhaul of the state’s Chapter 70 education funding formula. It was largely based on the PROMISE…
ONLINE: Accessing Inquiry for Students with Disabilities through Primary Sources
…practices in Special Education: *Gain and apply practical classroom strategies *Integrate History of People with Disabilities in the study of citizenship, private and government responsibility to provide services, and struggles…
Orange pushing ahead for more state school aid
ORANGE — With talks of a potential property tax override, underfunded special education and high school costs, Orange is making a plea to the state for more money. The Orange…
Sherry L. Smith, M.Ed
Sherry Smith is the Director of Special Education for CES. Sherry has been with CES since 1999, and has served in a variety of roles within the special education department,…
Understanding “PDA”/Pervasive Drive for Autonomy: What Educators Need to Know with Dr. Alex Hirshberg
…education implications, and team decision-making ✨ Practical tools for schools facing an increase in PDA-related concerns Whether you’re an administrator, educator, school psychologist, counselor, or special education professional, this session…
DYS – Watching our Youth Succeed
…their positive and educational achievements. At the conclusion of the school year, each of our five regions held special ceremonies where youth as well as staff were honored for their…
Occupational Therapy Center develops new strategies
…the ways in which the Collaborative for Educational Services’ Occupational Therapy Center (OTC) in Northampton has expanded their practice to help. “Although it’s been stressful and challenging, our work feels…
MOEC Highlights Work of Collaboratives to Support Student Mental Health
…they can implement immediately. Presentations emphasized the importance of self-care, building resilience, and forming connections with students. Additionally, the Collaborative for Regional Educational Services and Training (CREST) recently received a…
National speaker shares effective techniques for teaching vocabulary at Collaborative for Educational Services workshop
…for Diverse Learners was coordinated through the Collaborative’s Center for English Language Learning (CELE). CELE offers a wide range of consulting and professional development programs to meet the needs of…