…12 candidates. “She brought a lot to the table,” Bacon said of Albert Perry, who she described as having a deep level of diverse experience in education, curriculum development and…
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Follansbee announces retirement as Easthampton school superintendent
…“I think that Nancy’s legacy will be a focus on curriculum and curriculum development,” School Committee member Peter Gunn said, adding that Follansbee worked to raise the district’s curriculum level….
Social Emotional Learning: Using SEL To Inspire Success In All Students
…the curriculum while enhancing rather than subtracting from academic rigor. This highly interactive session will have participants experimenting with SEL techniques that will promote the development of executive function and…
Allan Blume
…taught courses on the laws and regulations of special education, IEP development, special education administration and practicum and seminar for pre-service educators. Prior to his work at Simmons, he taught…
Preschool playground at Crocker Farm Elementary School in Amherst officially opens
…School. The new playground and its equipment are designed to meet the developmental needs of students with and without disabilities and came in at a cost of about $285,000 funded…
Pioneer science teacher Penney Betsold earns Grinspoon award
…Initiative. Betsold said the grant will pay for development of a raised boardwalk to the campus wetlands as well as a rain garden that will be done in the spring….
Hinds and Blais say launch of Rural Schools Commission ‘a big win’ for region
…truly make a difference in the long run.” While legislators have begun to address some of the challenges with the development of a rural school aid line item in the…
First draft of turnaround recommendations from Holyoke schools local stakeholders released
…will begin in early July. The recommendations will be used to guide the state turnaround effort. The first draft of recommendations from the 18-member local group focuses on 10 points:…
Dr. Russell Vernon-Jones
…and provides workshops and organizational development consulting at various locations. He is currently the lead organizer with “Coming Together: Understanding Racism, Working for Justice & Building Connections” in Amherst, MA….
Utilizing Music Technology to Inspire Gen Z Students
…Z music students has become a crucial element for 21st Century Teaching. Brooks’ presentation assists educators in navigating this challenge. Attendees will receive templates for website & curriculum development plus…