Schools
Brayton Elementary Classrooms Treated for Mold, Mildew
Brayton Elementary School has been dealing with mold and mildew in more than one classroom.
Hoosac Valley School Officials Set Date, Place for District Budget Vote
The committee voted unanimously Monday set a district vote on the fiscal 2025 budget and resolved its continuing support for the spending plan.
Mount Greylock School Committee Taking Two Years to Find Superintendent
The last time the Mount Greylock Regional School District looked for a permanent superintendent, the search process lasted 20 days.
Mold Found in Wahconah High Auditorium
The district filed a claim with its insurance company and anticipated the mold would be completely remediated by the weekend.
18 Degrees Recognizes Connection Program Successes
Ten young people were recognized for overcoming adversity and achieving goals with the help of programs through 18 Degrees.
Pittsfield Goes Back to School With Tighter Cell Phone Policy
The School Committee has tightened the district's cell phone regulations but some recognize that it may not be enough.
BCC Theatre Program Gets at Boost With Grant
New faculty, equipment strengthen program; applications now being accepted
Hoosac Valley Looks to Vote Budget Next Month
A tentative date of Sept. 30 has been set for a districtwide vote on the Hoosac Valley Regional School District's fiscal 2025 budget.
BCC Extends One Stop Enrollment Center Hours
In instances in which students need assistance outside normal or extended hours, One Stop staff will work to accommodate their schedule.
New School Project Info Session Set at Brayton
The School Building Committee is continuing efforts to get information out about the Greylock School project ahead of a debt exclusion vote on Oct. 8.
Williamstown ZBA Passes Art Museum Project
The decision cleared the way for the college to break ground on the project in September with a planned opening in 2027.
Incumbents Only Candidates for Mount Greylock School Committee
The composition of the Mount Greylock Regional School Committee likely will remain unchanged after November's election.
Pittsfield School Committee to Review New Cell Phone Regs
The School Committee will hold a special meeting on Wednesday to consider the appointment of a new special education director and learn about updated cell phone regulations for the district.
North Adams Hosts First of Two Info Sessions on Greylock Project
Last Thursday night was the first of two forums being held to inform the public about the Greylock School project for Grades kindergarten through 2. The next will be this Thursday at 6 p.m. at Brayton Elementary School.
BAAMS' Summer Jazz Band Day Camp In Full Swing
A typical day at camp starts off with some music theory. The group will work on different scales and study different chords that are later applied to an arrangement where students can improvise.
PIttsfield School Committee Endorses 'Aggressive' Timeline to Decide on Middle School Configuration
The School Committee on Wednesday approved an ambitious timeline that could see the city's middle school reconfiguration implemented as soon as the 2025-26 academic year.
Berkshire United Way to Massachusetts: Early-Learning Educators Need Better Wages
High-quality child care dramatically influences brain development and the future health and success for children in school and life, as well as provides a safe and secure space for our youngest community members so their parents or caregivers can work and provide for their families.
North Adams Council Sets School Debt Exclusion Vote
This final adoption paves the way for two community forums and a debt exclusion vote scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 8, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. at St. Elizabeth's Parish Center.
St. Stans Offers Meals at No Cost for All Students
As part of this program, St. Stanislaus Kostka School will offer healthy meals every school day at no cost to the students due to the implementation of the Community Eligibility Provision for school year 2024-2025.
Cheshire Rejects Override, Votes Reduced School Budget
Voters on Monday rejected a Proposition 2 1/2 override and passed a motion that would level fund the town's fiscal 2025 school assessment.
BCC's EMT Training Course Fills Need in Berkshire County
Once they pass the written exam, they will be ready for immediate employment as EMTs in Berkshire County, filling an urgent workforce need.
Super Explains Changes in Pittsfield Schools' Central Office
Administrators will soon decide to repost the assistant superintendent of curriculum, instruction, and educational, engagement or to keep the role of interim deputy superintendent for the time being and repost the other position in early 2025.
Hoosac Valley Records to be Destroyed
Students interested in retrieving their records before they are destroyed are asked to contact the Main Office
Pittsfield: UNCO Chapter Awards Scholarships
Since 1987 UNCO has awarded thousands of dollars in scholarships to students from Berkshire County high schools. This year The UNICO Scholarship Committee, chaired by Julia Salatino, awarded $19,000 in scholarships to local high school graduates who are continuing their post secondary education.
Clarksburg School Gets New Playground Equipment, Awaits Stairlift
The school received a $64,000 Feigenbaum Foundation grant a couple years ago, but because of supply and shipping delays from the pandemic, the equipment was not delivered until this past winter.
CBRSD Mulls Vocational Transport in Regional Agreement
The Central Berkshire Regional School District is considering adding vocational transportation to the draft regional agreement.
Greylock Elementary School Community Forums
The forums will provide valuable insights into the new school proposal, including details about the design, timeline, and associated costs.
Pittsfield UNICO Awards 2024 Scholarships
The Pittsfield Chapter of UNICO National held its scholarship awards ceremony on July 23 at the Italian American Club.
NBCC to Host 'Back-Packed for Success'
A back-to-school event featuring free backpacks with school supplies.
Fall Semester at BCC Begins Sept. 3
MassEducate and MassReconnect programs provide free college for many
