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Obama Foundation Head to Speak at Williams Commencement
Valerie Jarrett, CEO and a member of the board of directors of The Obama Foundation, will be the principal speaker at Williams College's 236th commencement exercise on Sunday, June 8.
North Adams Struggling to Redact Security Issues From School Records Request
The School Building Committee's update on Tuesday included that a public records request for the detailed design documents is requiring redaction and review, including by public safety.
Hoosac Valley High School Presents 'Freaky Friday' Musical
Ticket prices are $10 for adults and $8 for students.
North Adams School Committee Votes to Promote Callahan as Superintendent
The School Committee on Thursday unanimously selected Timothy Callahan to lead the North Adams Public Schools.
St. Agnes Academy to Hold Informational Session in Pittsfield
SAA teachers, the principal, and parents will be available to provide information and answer questions. Refreshments will be available.
CBRSD School Committee OKs $36M Budget
The Central Berkshire Regional School Committee approved a gross final budget of $36,643,001 for fiscal 2026, an increase of 2.70 percent over this year.
Mount Greylock School Committee Sends FY26 Budget to Member Towns
The committee's annual public hearing and vote on a spending plan for the next academic year concludes a process that began in earnest for the panel in December.
St. Mary's Team Takes 24th Annual Berkshire Robotics Challenge
The teams competed in three rounds with the top eight point-scorers advancing to the Great Eight Playoff. After the great eight, two teams were left, the Lee RoboWildcats and the
Teacher of the Month: Megan Pinsonneault
St. Mary's School second-grade teacher, Megan Pinsonneault, has been selected as the March Teacher of the Month.
North Adams School Finance Panel Reviews Fiscal 2026 Spending Plan
The draft proposal for fiscal 2026 is $21,636,220, up 3.36 percent that will be offset with $940,008 in school choice funds, bringing the total to $20,696,212, or a 2.17 percent increase.
Pittsfield School District Says No Personnel Layoffs Planned
The district says that no school employees will lose their jobs because of reductions in the fiscal year 2026 budget.
District Moving On From Allegations Against PHS Administrator
The district is "moving on" from unsubstantiated allegations against two Pittsfield High School administrators, saying there is no threat.
Retiring Superintendent Named to North Adams' Women's Hall of Fame
Superintendent Barbara Malkas last week was inducted into the Women's History Hall of Fame in North Adams.
MCLA to Host Virtual Information Sessions for Graduate Programs
This session will provide prospective students with an opportunity to explore MCLA's Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Education (MEd), and Leadership Academy programs, learn about the application process, and connect with faculty and admissions staff.
Candidates for Central Berkshire Superintendent All Local
They are Michael Henault, current assistant superintendent for Central Berkshire; John Franzoni, superintendent of the Northern Berkshire School Union; Matthew Bishop, interim deputy superintendent for the Pittsfield Public Schools; and Timothy Callahan, assistant superintendent for the North Adams Public Schools.
Pittsfield Superintendent Details 'Nightmare' Threat Incident
Wednesday's threat incident was Superintendent Joseph Curtis' "absolute worst nightmare."
Pittsfield Police Say No School Threat Posed by Social Media Post
Police are investigating a social media threat related to the Pittsfield Public Schools.
Additional Stearns Staffers on Leave Amid 'De-escalation' Allegations
Additional Stearns Elementary School staff members have been placed on leave amid allegations of using a bathroom to "de-escalate" students.
Education Secretary Promotes FAFSA at Monument Mountain
Only half of the state's graduates completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid last year, and the Executive Office of Education wants to see that number grow.
Bennington College Offering Late-Decision Applications
This new admissions round responds to the evolving needs of prospective students navigating their college search.
Berkshire Officials Back Bills to Protect Minors From Sexual Abuse
Local officials urge the passage of "long overdue" legislation to protect minors from sexual abuse by adults who are teachers, mentors, or other positions of trust.
Callahan Named Finalist for North Adams Superintendent
The Superintendent Search Committee has put forward one candidate to lead the public schools: Assistant Superintendent Timothy Callahan.
Stearns Staff Accused of Using Bathroom to 'De-Escalate' Students
A report was filed with the state Department of Children and Families and separate investigations are being conducted by DCF and the Pittsfield Public Schools.
BCC to Hold Workforce CompTIA Security Certification Virtual Trainings
The 13-week training will occur online on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. and run through June 25. Scholarships are available for eligible students.
Community Leaders Read to Kids at St. Mary's School
In conjunction with Read Across America, St. Mary's School is starting its big reading challenge.
Central Berkshire Regional School District Opens Preschool, Kindergarten Registration
Children must be five years old before Sept. 1, 2025, to be eligible for kindergarten in September 2025
North Adams Schools Eye Level Service Budget But Wary of Federal Cuts
School districts are planning as if things are status quo based on the governor's budget but with the knowledge matters may be in flux as state and federal leaders move through the budget process.
Pittsfield School Policy Panel Endorses Social Media Regs
Last week, the Policy subcommittee sent a revised document to the School Committee that bars teachers and staff from friending students and giving out their private phone numbers.
NAPS to Hold Pre-K and Kindergarten Registration and Screening
The events will take place at Brayton Elementary School, located at 20 Brayton Hill Terrace.
Pittsfield School Committee Stands With LGBTQ-plus Students
On Wednesday, the committee adopted a Safe Schools Resolution that declares the Pittsfield Public Schools a safe space for all students regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation and a safe space to explore gender identity and/or sexual orientation.
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