Drury Recognized Among Nation's Best for College Readiness, Curriculum Excellence

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NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Drury High School has earned national recognition for its academic programs, ranking in the top 20 percent of schools in the U.S. in the U.S. News & World Report's College Readiness Index and the top 15 percent of all U.S. high schools in the College Curriculum Breadth Index.
 
The College Readiness Index highlights schools that have demonstrated success in preparing students for the challenges of higher education.
 
In addition, Drury High School has earned a ranking in the College Curriculum Breadth Index, placing in the top 15 percent of all high schools nationwide. 
 
"We are incredibly proud of our students, staff, and the entire Drury High School community," said Principal Kopala. "These national rankings reflect the hard work, dedication, and passion for excellence that drive our school. We are committed to providing our students with a comprehensive and challenging education that prepares them for success in both higher
education and their future careers."
 
Drury High School offers academic opportunities including Advanced Placement (AP) courses, honors classes, and college-level courses through its Early College partnership with the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA), all of which contribute to its strong college readiness and curriculum breadth. 
 
"The U.S. News & World Report rankings are a testament to Drury High School's focus on academic excellence, and the school's dedication to ensuring every student has the tools and resources necessary for success," Assistant Superintendent Tim Callahan added. 

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Boutique General Store Opens on Holden Street in North Adams

By Breanna SteeleiBerkshires Staff
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — A newly opened boutique general store on Holden Street offers local and regional products along with a curated selection of gifts, wines and artwork. 
 
"It's just a lot of my favorite makers and small brands that I've, in my mind, collected over the years because I've wanted to do this for I don't even know since forever," owner Hannah Blazejewski said. "I'm trying to keep as much of the product at least local to New England as I can." 
 
The name for the Diving Horse at 26 Holden St. was inspired by one of her favorite movies, "Wild Hearts Can't Be Broken," the story of a girl who joins a diving horse stunt show during the Depression.  
 
Blazejewski found the current space earlier this year before moving back to the county in March. It was formerly North Adams Yoga, so when she moved in she repainted the place and also worked with Outlook Builders to build the shelving and her dream "mousehole" wall.
 
The store showcases local goods from throughout New England, and she described it as a general store and gift boutique built around a personal collection of favorite makers, small brands, and hard-to-find products.
 
Her shop also includes children's items, artwork, stickers, home decor, cheeses, non-perishable items, wines and a selection of Scandinavian candy.
 
She said she hopes to contribute to the local economy, connect with other businesses and artists, and respect the city's history and culture.
 
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