Schools
Monument Mountain Regional High Scholarships & Awards 2025
The following awards and scholarships were presented to the Monument Mountain Regional High School class of 2025.
Monument Mountain Names Co-Valedictorians, Salutatorian for 2025
Monument Mountain Regional School will have co-valedictorians this year — Max Wood and Tessa Baldwin — speaking at graduation. Liam O'Gara was named salutatorian for the class of 2025.
Drury Middle School Students Learn About Volunteering, Nonprofits
Drury High eighth-graders recently spent their semester researching and learning about the work that Berkshire nonprofits do in the community.
BCC Graduates: Be Kind and Keep Learning
Berkshire Community College graduates were told to be good neighbors and continue learning during the 65th commencement ceremony.
Wahconah Names Valedictorian and Salutatorian for 2025
Logan D. Kunde and Thomas A. Celentano have been named valedictorian and salutatorian, respectively, for the 2025 graduating class at Wahconah Regional High School.
College Notes: Spring & Summer 2025
Emerson College senior Esther Chilson of Lanesborough participated in a number of productions with the Boston college during the spring 2025 semester.
Pittsfield School Committee Will Soon Vote on Restructuring
Bishop reported that the biggest concern for families is the "logistical unknowns," such as transportation and scheduling. Parents also want to ensure that students will be safe.
BCC to Offer Two Summer EMT Training Courses
The program covers the National Emergency Medical Services Educational Standards and prepares students for the National Registry of Medical Technicians practical and cognitive testing.
BCC to Host Berkshire State of Work Summit on June 18
Three tracks to feature 15 sessions, 40+ speakers; 200 attendees expected
BCC to Host Berkshire State of Work Summit on June 18
Three tracks to feature 15 sessions, 40+ speakers; 200 attendees expected
Concerns Over Screen Time Prompts Parent Presentation
Concerns about the effects of digital devices and social media on children has prompted one local parent to bring awareness to her community.
Mount Greylock School Committee Declines State Budget Resolution
The Mount Greylock Regional School Committee on Thursday opted not to advocate for fundamental changes to state budgeting in Boston.
Create an Ad: Bedard Brothers
Although only three winners were selected for the series, Bedard and Bird said all the students captured the atmosphere and mission of the dealerships in their ads.
Berkshire Community College Graduates Physical Therapist Assistants
Berkshire Community College graduated six physical therapist assistants during an intimate ceremony on Thursday.
St. Stans Students Secure Second Place in Battle of the Books
The annual reading competition involved teams answering trivia questions based on a list of 20 books.
Conte Community School Crossing Guard Recognized
This annual contest, which began in 2021, recognizes and highlights the important role crossing guards play in helping students and families safely travel to schools.
Pittsfield Council Preliminarily OKs School Budget
The City Council kicked off budget season on Wednesday with a preliminary approval of the Pittsfield Public Schools' $86 million spending plan.
Hoosac Valley High School Announces Third Quarter Honor Roll
The school recognizes students achieving both High Honors and Honors for their academic achievements.
Hoosac Valley Hopes New Math Program Boosts Scores
After a yearlong pilot, the Grades kindergarten through 8 will switch to McGraw Hill's Reveal Math. The schools had been using Great Minds' Eureka and its Math 2 program was part of the pilot.
BCC to Hold Mental Health First Aid Training
Enrollment is capped at 20 students per session.
Teacher of the Month: Melinda Gowdey
Kittredge Elementary School fourth-grade teacher Melinda Gowdey has been selected as the May Teacher of the Month.
Astronaut Suni Williams Meets With Boston Students at State House
Gov. Maura Healey hosted a meet-and-greet Thursday at the State House with astronaut Sunita "Suni" Williams and local students.
MCLA Graduation Highlights Love, Kindness, Justice
MCLA's Class of 2025 was reminded to move forward with love, kindness, and pursuing what is just.
Final Summary of PHS Investigation Released
A School Committee-initiated investigation into allegations of misconduct by Pittsfield High School staff members was unable to conclude that an administrator shared a nude image with students on social media.
Clarksburg School Cuts $39K More Out of Budget
The school budget for fiscal 2026 has been reduced by another $39,000, bringing the percentage increase down to 3.98 percent. At the same time, the tuition proposed for prekindergarten was lifted.
Taconic High School Stages 'Hadestown: Teen Edition'
After six transformative months of preparation and an exciting opening weekend, the Taconic High School theater department will conclude its spring musical, "Hadestown: Teen Edition."
Latifah Phillips Selected as Pittsfield's Interim Superintendent
Community members and officials overwhelmingly favored Latifah Phillips for the next interim superintendent, citing her vision, vibe, and experience as tools that can make positive change.
Pittsfield Interviews Prospective Interim Superintendents
The School Committee is set to appoint an interim superintendent at Wednesday's regular meeting.
McCann Preparing for MSBA Roof, Windows Project
McCann Technical School is preparing for a major overhaul of its 30-year-old roof and 60-year-old single-pane windows and will be shifting the school calendar to accommodate the project.
Lola Greene Legacy Scholarship Applications Available
A one-time grant of $250-$500 will be awarded to a graduating high school senior from Berkshire County who is planning to continue to study Latin and/or the Classics in college.
