…brings a deep understanding of the challenges students and families face, extensive knowledge of evidence-based approaches, and her passion for improving the social, emotional and academic outcomes of students in…
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José Lugo
…Ecological Knowledge conferences, and Native Teacher Retention initiatives. His work with DESE via Investigating History 3rd & 4th grade History & Social Studies curriculum and the Racial Imbalance Advisory Committee…
Miguel Cardona chosen as Secretary of Education
…2014 report that touched on housing policy, hunger, and social services as part of the systemic conditions that stifled some students’ achievement. Jason Rojas, a state legislator who served on…
“My Students Love It!” – A Kindergarten Teacher’s Storytelling Journey
…the setting. In this few minutes, they are learning so much about characters, setting, vocabulary, teamwork, and listening. I could go on and on about the emotional, social, language and…
How to Adapt Commercial Literacy Programs for Your Children
…d/b) work. Lastly, consider ways to also target children’s social – emotional development by planning activities that require them to work cooperatively (SEL7 or SEL 8). For example, creating letter-sound…
Jacqueline LaFrance
…Social Studies. She has worked as an elementary English language teacher for over 13 years in high- and low-incidence English Language districts in Western Massachusetts, and is a long-time user…
Diana Bonneville named Hampshire Regional School District’s new superintendent
…role as South Hadley interim superintendent, Bonneville was the South Hadley High School principal, starting in 2012. She was previously a social studies teacher and served in principal and assistant…
Playful Learning through Intentional Teaching
What has been the impact in kindergarten classrooms of good implementation of the following new initiatives and tools in Massachusetts? Elements of High Quality Kindergarten document Observational formative assessment Social…
Conference draws 140 educators in discussion of how to manage race, polarizing conversations in schools
…Consultant, Trainer, and Coach. Other presenters included: Amherst-based Positivity Pod, featuring social justice educators Pat Romney, Paul H. Wiley, Angelica Castro, Kena Acuña, Molly Keehn; Collaborative for Educational Services Joy…
Emerging America: Immigration Issues in Perspective for Diverse Learners
…power to help students to connect their experiences and communities to the core curriculum. The topic also captures students’ desire to explore issues of social justice. Participants will: Gain an…