Together, we will explore what “Risky Play” entails and why it is a crucial aspect of positive growth and development. Discussion will illustrate the clear distinction between safely exploring risk…
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First Annual Excellence in Education: Living our Guiding Principles Monthly Award
Collaborative for Educational Services educators working with youth in the care of the MA Department of Youth Services (DYS) do tremendous work facilitating youth success across a range of outcomes….
Fourth Annual DYS Racial Trauma Conference Held in Person
March 20th, 2023 – Norwood MA Today, well over 300 educators, community partners, clinicians, and professionals affiliated with the Department of Youth Services, or with the Collaborative for Educational Services…
Two local school advocates tapped to lead state’s new Small and Rural Schools Committee
…State House on May 6. The 24-member board, with representatives hailing from the Berkshires to Cape Cod, convenes as the MASC’s official legislative priorities now include pushing for $60 million…
Diego Sharon named new principal of Amherst Regional Middle School
AMHERST — Diego Sharon, dean of students at Amherst Regional Middle School, will begin his tenure as the school’s new principal on July 1. On Thursday, Superintendent Michael Morris named…
Providers and Parents Talk with MA Early Education Leader at CES
…needs of families. However, he said he was struck by the unique challenges parents face in rural areas, such as isolation, lack of public transportation, fewer service providers and resources….
Enchanted Circle Brings reading Alive to Amherst
AMHERST, MA – Children clapped, danced and growled happily as members of the Enchanted Circle performed two stories at Saturday’s Reading Alive, presented by the Early Childhood Department of the…
Transforming Education for Social Justice Conference: Rooted Together – Our Strength is Each Other
…with old and new friends Youth-led sessions that provide opportunities to learn from young people and support the development of student leadership Conference tracks include Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, Youth-Led,…
CES Board
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