Ms. Levine, M.Ed., is a consultant to programs interested in strengthening their engagement of families. For 25 years, she has taught math and literacy to adult learners, helped parents build…
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Using the ASQ for Developmental Screening
…brief look ASQ Online. Participants will practice scoring and interpreting the results of the screening. Strategies for communicating sensitive information and helping families navigate the referral process will be included….
Gabrielli LaChiara
Gabrielli LaChiara has been working with families and children for 30 years as a clinical social worker, a family counselor and a specialist in the Nurtured Heart Approach. Gabrielli’s brings…
School officials: Pandemic has lingering impact on students’ mental health
…experienced the last year and a half — illness itself, fear of illness, the trauma of having everything closed, potential death in immediate or extended families. … Just because school…
Understanding “PDA”/Pervasive Drive for Autonomy: What Educators Need to Know with Dr. Alex Hirshberg
Over the past few years, a growing number of educators and families have encountered the emerging term Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)—also referred to as Pervasive Drive for Autonomy. Although not…
New Easthampton superintendent to shine spotlight on academics, consolidated school in design
…radar … We are taking a look at challenges around civil rights issues at the high school and district wide and how we are supporting students and families around these…
Why Talented Black and Hispanic Students Can Go Undiscovered
…from low-income families. Yet, as of 10 years ago, just 28 percent of the third graders who were identified as gifted were black or Hispanic. In 2005, in an effort…
Student-Centered Programs Help Kids Feel Connected
“I love creating a community in the building and the students are part of that. The After School Program helps our kids to feel connected and that they have a…
Local technical schools lead donations to area hospitals
…the community. These items include medical masks, gloves, face shields, eye protection, N95 respirators and stethoscopes. This morning, FCTS donated PPE to help protect the Health Care professionals on the…
Mohawk Trail Regional School special education teacher earns Excellence in Teaching Award
…“Ms. Schatz is a dedicated educator, committed to providing a safe, fun and engaging community for her students,” said Mohawk Trail Regional School Principal Marisa Mendonsa. “She creates unique learning…