…a new Generative AI Police Guidance document on Monday ahead of the 2025-2026 school year, a formal attempt to set parameters around the technology that has infiltrated education. Both were…
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Northampton School Board Expected To Decide Among Three Finalists Wednesday For New City Schools Chief
…in Lenox; John W. Johnson, communications director for Wisconsin’s Department of Public Instruction; and Laurie Bell Farkas, Northampton’s director of student services since 2012. The finalists are scheduled to visit…
Donna Mehle
Donna is an engaged classrooms specialist for Engaging Schools, has been an educator for over 25 years. She currently partners with a variety of districts and secondary schools, providing professional…
Emily Hoffman
Emily Hoffman serves as CES Director of the Massachusetts Migrant Education Program. Ms. Hoffman has previous experience in administration, professional development, and cross-cultural educational programming. She served as a Peace…
First annual Transforming Education for Social Justice conference to be held October 15th at Holyoke Community College.
…joining in this work. The organization is currently hosting a Social Justice and Equity in Schools professional learning community (PLC), and has been providing professional development for educators and administrators…
Understanding “PDA”/Pervasive Drive for Autonomy: What Educators Need to Know with Dr. Alex Hirshberg
…everyday demands. Some professionals advocating for this concept recommend removing all demands placed on these children—an approach that is rapidly raising questions, concerns, and requests for accommodation in school settings….
Data Informed Decision Making
…for professional development and/or license renewal. Course Structure The first synchronous meeting session will be held at 97 Hawley St. in Northampton (pending COVID guidance) with the remaining three via…
Local educators celebrate Pioneer Valley Excellence in Teaching Awards
…Valley Excellence in Teaching Award, from the Harold Grinspoon Foundation. Recipients are nominated and chosen within their district based on teaching practices, professional development, good attendance on the job, and…
Emerging America shares stories of advocacy
…the topic, but nothing comprehensive for K-12., that fit. In 2023 CES published the Reform to Equal Rights: K-12 Disability History Curriculum which meets state standards, gives teachers materials in…
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