Schools
Pittsfield's Crosby School Improves Accountability Score
While the city works to solve outdated facility issues, Crosby Elementary School has improved its accountability score.
OLLI at BCC Presents Free Book Talk with Local Author Joan Cohen: 'Aging Is Murder'
The talk, which includes a Q&A session, is free and open to the public.
BArT Launches New Certified Nursing Assistant Program
Three additional certification programs, including OSHA 10, food handler, and allergen awareness, will also launch by January 2027.
Pittsfield Schools to Reconsider Communication Policy
The Pittsfield Public Schools will revisit its cell phone and personal communication policies to ensure there are clear expectations.
BCC to Hold Farm-to-table Community Gathering Oct. 22
Event with Heart & Soil Collective supports free cooking classes, essential needs program
North Adams Officials Elect Two New School Committee Members.
Damon Grimes was elected to complete a term expiring Dec. 31, 2029, and Paul Moriarty to a term expiring Dec. 31, 2027.
Rogers-Adkinson Takes Oath as MCLA's 13th President
The 13th president of Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts was formally installed on Saturday and challenged the college community to "love your students to success."
North Berkshire School Study Encouraging Stakeholders to Take Survey
The consultants behind the education study for North Berkshire are hoping for solid responses to its recently released survey.
McCann Tech Culinary Arts Department Announces Fall Tea Room Opening
The student-run dining room will open to the public from 10:45 a.m. to noon on select dates throughout the fall semester.
Teacher of the Month: Samantha Lincoln
The Teacher of the Month series, in collaboration with Berkshire Community College, features distinguished teachers nominated by community members.
BArT Charter Public School Named a School of Recognition by DESE
The 2026 Schools of Recognition were identified through DESE's annual school accountability system. This year, they highlighted 56 schools across Massachusetts that demonstrate notable achievement and progress based on the state's accountability measures.
OLLI Players to Present Free Staged Reading of 'Into the Breeches' Oct. 4
The reading will be held in BCC's Robert Boland theatre, located on the main campus at 1350 West Street, Pittsfield. All are welcome to attend.
MCLA to Host Inauguration of 13th President on Oct. 3
A processional of faculty, trustees, and delegates from colleges and universities around the region will open the event at 12:45 p.m., followed by the ceremony.
Pittsfield Making Progress on MSBA Asks
The School Committee heard updates on two aspiring MSBA projects: renovations to Pittsfield High School and a rebuild and consolidation of Crosby Elementary and Conte Community School on West Street.
OLLI at BCC Presents 'The End of WWII and the Creation of the Post-war Global System'
Distinguished Speakers Series Event Scheduled for Sept. 29
Pittsfield Schools Revisiting Contact Information Policy After Teacher Allegation
Parents, teachers, and people who represent both roles on Wednesday spoke passionately about allegations that a teacher collected personal information from students.
North Berkshire Educational Study Updating Communities
The steering committee for a regional study on secondary education is getting the word out to participating communities and asking for input.
Mount Greylock School Committee Moving Superintendent Evaluation to Fall
The Mount Greylock Regional School Committee will consider moving its evaluation of the superintendent from the spring to the fall.
Mount Greylock Names 2027 National Merit Commended Students
Three high school students at Mount Greylock Regional School have been commended to the 2027 National Merit Scholarship Program.
BArT Announces Next Enrollment Deadline
The public lottery drawing will take place shortly after the noon deadline. This enrollment period is open to prospective students entering grades 6 through 10.
Hoosac Valley School Committee Holds First Meeting of Academic Year
The committee heard that memorials on the middle-high school campus are being considered to recognize 2026 graduate Jayquan Williams. The district is planning to let his family and students be part of the process in deciding how to honor Williams.
Green River Financial to Award $1K in Grants to North County Teachers
Teachers may apply beginning Sept. 15, 2026, through Oct. 13, 2026.
BArT to Perform Student Record Maintenance
Students interested in retrieving their records before they are destroyed should contact the Charter Office (413-743-7311, ext. 700) between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm before the destruction date of Friday, October 23.
PHS Air and Water Quality Within Accepted Levels
Readings were "acceptable" in all tested locations, and there are recommendations for monitoring humidity, replacing equipment, and additional air monitoring when needed.
Boston Red Sox's Wally Visits Morris Elementary School
The event gave students a unique opportunity to interact with a character they may have only seen from afar at Fenway Park or on television.
Additional Chapter 70 Funds Restore Positions in Pittsfield Schools
The monies were accepted in August, and the committee could appropriate at its discretion. Officials have reported that State Rep. Tricia Farley-Bouvier pushed for the extra per-pupil aid to restore some positions after another tight budget year.
Drivers: Be Aware of School Bus Safety Rules
Drivers must stop when red lights are flashing and remain at least 100 feet behind school buses
Clarksburg Custodian Gets Royal Retirement Sendoff
Custodian Michael Peters happily went through the "car wash" on his last day at Clarksburg School on Thursday.
BCC Announces Series of Fall Workshops
Workshops are geared towards general community education or professional development, and all are open to the public.
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