Schools
BCC Signs Articulation Agreement with William James College
The articulation agreement provides guaranteed admission for eligible BCC students to obtain a bachelor of science degree from WJC.
Hoosac Valley High Prepared for New innovative Pathways Program
Hoosac Valley was designated by the state as an Innovation Career Pathway school earlier this year, joining Mount Everett Regional School and Monument Mountain Regional High School.
Central Berkshire Reviews Regional Agreement Draft
The School Committee meeting was presented the draft on Thursday by Todd Emerson, chair of the Regional Agreement Amendment Ad Hoc Committee.
Central Berkshire OKs Locked Cell Phone Pouches
The pouches allow cell phones and other devices to be locked magnetically so they cannot be used during school hours.
Simon's Rock Announces New Faculty and Staff
With the launch of the Bard Queer Leadership Project and the expansion of the Center for Equity and Inclusion, each of these new members of our community speaks to the exciting and progressive changes at Simon's Rock.
MCLA's LEAD Academy Expands with Support from Greylock Federal Credit Union
Greylock has pledged $100,000 to support a reimagined Greylock LEAD Academy, allowing the program to grow from around 30 MCLA students each year to this fall's cohort of 200 participants.
Governor Launches Free Community College Program
This funding covers the full cost of tuition and fees and includes an allowance for books and supplies at each of Massachusetts' 15 community colleges
Teacher of the Month: Celia Armstrong
Armstrong has been working in the education field for the last four years, getting her start as a substitute at 18 Degrees.
BCC Announces New Staff, Promotion, Title Change
Berkshire Community College announced the addition of eight new staff members, a promotion and a title change.
North Adams Policy Panel Votes for Early, Upper Elementary Schools
Pending a vote next Tuesday, the North Adams Public Schools will go forward with two elementary programs.
Back-To-School Jitters
Kids and their caregivers are counting the days until school starts again, some with more joy than others. Returning to school can prove challenging for kids as they face meeting new teachers and friends.
2023 Book One Lecture At Simon's Rock
The lecture and Q&A will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 29, at 7 p.m. in the McConnell Theater on the Simon's Rock campus. The event is open to the public and free of charge, and will be available on livestream.
Clarksburg School Opens Four Slots for PreK 3-Year-Olds
The School Committee voted on Monday to accept applications for four non-resident spots for the 2023-2024 school year on a first-come, first-serve basis until Aug. 28.
Fire Officials Emphasize Safety for Incoming College Student
Working alarms, clear exit routes, and practicing a plan for using them are crucial for when a fire breaks out, but students can also take steps to prevent them from starting in the first place.
North Adams School Building Committee to Review Building Options
The School Building Committee has some important dates coming up as it determines which school project will be submitted for approval to the Massachusetts School Building Authority.
1Berkshire Welcomes Youth Leadership Program Class
This group of 27 rising high school juniors from across the Berkshires was selected through a competitive application process to begin a year-long leadership development program that kicked off in June with a three-day, two-night retreat held at Camp Becket.
Northern Berkshire Adult Education to Host Open House
Community members are encouraged to stop in during 5–7:30pm to talk with Director Annie Pecor, or a teacher/advisor to learn more about adult education offerings for the upcoming year.
Dalton Welcomes Born Learning Trail at Pinegrove Park
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was on Friday held for the trail that is part of a national campaign by United Way.
Pittsfield ConCom OKs Taconic Track and State Forest Footbridge Projects
The high school's track has been cited for its drainage issues and called an "accident waiting to happen" by community members. Conditions have also caused many cancellations.
BCC, BRPC Offer Free 'Choke Saver' Training Certification
The 75-minute class provides participants with a two-year certification.
Southern Berkshire Regional School District Joins Rural School Design Cohort
This collaboration marks a milestone in SBRSD's commitment to reimagine and redesign education within the district.
Q&A: Ukrainian Refugees’ Path Leads to South County
Marko Kononenko plays soccer for and attends Monument Mountain Regional High School
BArT Announces Upcoming Enrollment Deadline
The next enrollment deadline for the 2023-2024 school year for grades 6 through 10 is Thursday, Sept. 7, 2023, at 12:00 p.m.
North Adams Public Schools to Host Forums on Grade Configuration
Both forums will take place in the Welcome Center at Brayton Elementary School.
BCC Continues Series of Free Info Sessions
Financial aid, admissions and advising staff will be on hand to help students enroll at BCC, potentially for free through the Commonwealth's MassReconnect program.
BCC Fall Semester Starts Sept. 5
A variety of learning options are offered, including in-person, online and hybrid. Prospective students may register any time online, or by walking in without an appointment to the One Stop Center.
Community Night Brings Northern Berkshire School Union Together
The evening is something of a culmination of the Northern Berkshire School Union's five-week summer camp that's now in its third year.
Central Berkshire Mulls Implementing Yondr Pouches
The district will still apply for the state grant that would aid in covering the cost of this initiative in case the committee votes to support it.
BCC Adds Associate Degree in Natural and Physical Sciences
The NPS program was developed as an opportunity to offer students studying the sciences an associate in science degree that included meta-major style pathways in biology, biotechnology, chemistry and physics.
