Schools
Hoosac Valley School Committee Approves $23M Budget for Fiscal 2026
The spending plan is up $654,917, or 2.9 percent, over this year. Out-of-district special education tuitions and a 16 percent hike in health insurance are major drivers of the increase.
Leah Penniman to Speak at BCC Earthseed Series.
The event, which is open to the public, will take place in the Koussevitzky Arts Center, Room K111.
Transgender Athlete Issue Hits Home for County Residents
Mount Greylock graduate Noah Greenfield said participation in team sports continued to provide the benefits it offers tens of millions of kids across the country.
BCC Celebrates This Year's 40 Under Forty Recipients
More than 300 community members attended the 40 Under Forty Awards celebration on Thursday, recognizing individuals who are dedicated to improving the quality of life for those in the Berkshires.
Drury High School Honor Roll
Drury High School second quarter honor roll.
Pittsfield High Investigation Extended One Month
The school district-initiated investigation into alleged misconduct of Pittsfield High School staffers will conclude by the end of April, one month later than expected.
Smile Programs Visits North Adams Public Schools
A mobile dental program visited North Adams Public Schools last week to ensure that students had healthy smiles.
Gospel Choir Concert at Bennington College
The event, titled "Gospel Choir Concert: Share the Joy!," is free and open to the public.
BCC Offers Info Session on Free Community College
All invited to North Adams Public Library for April 2 session
Information Session, Tour Set for Monument Mountain School Project
The School Building Committee is holding an information session and tour of Monument Mountain Regional School on Tuesday, April 1.
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.
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