W.E.B. Du Bois Regional Middle School Names Next Principal

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GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — After a search committee including staff, parents, and administrators conducted two rounds of interviews, Seth Lewis Levin has been named the next principal at W.E.B. Du Bois Regional Middle School. 
 
The dedicated PK-12 education leader brings more than two decades of experience building inclusive, high-quality school systems to the position, succeeding Principal Jake McCandless who will retire at the close of the academic year.
 
"Seth's references reflect a thoughtful instructional leader who listens well and is deeply committed to supporting students, families, and staff," said Berkshire Hills Regional School District Superintendent Peter Dillon. 
 
From leading the PK-8 Tobin Montessori School in Cambridge to expanding secondary schools in New York City, Lewis Levin's career has been defined by a commitment to equity and research-based frameworks, stated a press release. 
 
He currently serves as the Senior Director of Education at Temple Judea in Miami. 
 
Levin holds a Master of Library and Information Science from Long Island University; a Master of Public Administration from Baruch College; a Master of Arts in Teaching from New York University; and a Bachelor of Arts from Wesleyan University. 
 
Throughout his career, Lewis Levin has consistently prioritized children first he said.
 
"As someone who is constantly mesmerized by the curiosity and goofiness of tweens, I am thrilled to join W.E.B. Du Bois regional Middle School—a place where I look forward to collaborating with a dedicated staff and partnering with every family and the community," said Lewis Levin who resides in Cannan, New York. 
 
Outside of school, he enjoys various Sunday traditions including hiking Monument Mountain, skiing Butternut, and devouring new fiction at Lakeville Books with his family. 
 
The District plans to schedule a public meet and greet with Lewis Levin prior to his official July 1 start date.
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Victim Identified in Fatal Richmond Crash

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RICHMOND, Mass. — A 25-year-old South County man died Thursday in the fiery crash on Route 41. 

The Berkshire District Attorney's Office on Friday reported that the victim was Christopher Lee Kilmer, 25.

The single-vehicle accident took place on Route 41 in Richmond near 2715 State Road. A Hyundai Sonata driven by Kilmer was travelling northbound when it crossed into the southbound lane and off the road; the car was engulfed in flames when first responders arrived.

According to the DA's Office, West Stockbridge Fire and County Ambulance declared Kilmer dead at 9:53 a.m. when the Fire Department "was able to extinguish the fire." 

"It was at this time (when the fire was extinguished) that first responders observed a single occupant in the vehicle and made the declaration of death," according to the press release.

The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner has taken custody of the body. 

On Friday morning, several South County fire departments posted tributes on Facebook to Kilmer, who they reported was a member of the West Stockbridge and Alford fire departments.

"Every first responder carries a fear that one day the next emergency call will involve someone they know, a friend, a neighbor, or someone they love. But perhaps the greatest fear of all is when that call involves one of our own," the post read. 

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