DALTON, Mass. — The Central Berkshire Regional School District (CBRSD) announced that it has been named one of only 13 districts across Massachusetts recognized by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) for meeting or exceeding pre-pandemic (2019) achievement levels in both English Language Arts and Mathematics for students in grades 3–8.

 

Superintendent Michael Henault and Assistant Superintendent Aaron Robb joined state education leaders and fellow honorees at a celebration held on Monday, Sept. 29, 2025, at Ottoson Middle School in Arlington during the official release of the 2025 MCAS and Accountability data.

 

This recognition underscores hard work of staff in embracing the improvements the district has made including updating the ELA and math curriculum materials and refining evidence-based instructional practices, stated a press release. Reaching the pre-pandemic performance shows the power of high-quality instruction, collaborative professional learning, and an unwavering focus on every child, every day.

 

The district also thanks families who have been partners in successful efforts to reduce chronic absenteeism.