On March 18, 2026, Mass. Farm to School will host its 8th statewide gathering, the Massachusetts Farm & Sea to School Conference, bringing together farm and sea to school advocates from across the Commonwealth for a full day of learning, collaboration, and inspiration. This year’s conference theme, “Building Connections, Resilience, and Joy,” highlights the power of relationships and community-based solutions in strengthening local food systems. The conference will feature a dynamic mix of workshops, interactive activities, and facilitated discussions designed for school food service...
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Aug
2014
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Summer learning Greenfield students keep their creative juices flowing with studies of water
GREENFIELD - As students and teachers cross the second-floor landing at the Federal Street School this year, they will see a new 22-foot-by-4-foot mural depicting pond life. The painting, located beside the main office, is a collaboration of students from...
Aug
2014
1
Northampton Receives $50,000 Mass in Motion Grant to Promote Public Health
NORTHAMPTON, MA - Mayor David J. Narkewicz today announced that the City of Northampton has received a $50,000 Mass in Motion Grant from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to promote public health regionally through the Healthy Hampshire collaborative....
Jul
2014
25
Early Learners Explore Science, Math and Technology at CES event
HATFIELD, MA - Anyone passing by the Hatfield Public Library on Tuesday morning may have heard the sounds of children's laughter emanating from behind the building. If you asked any of the young children blowing bubbles or inspecting bugs with a magnifying glass at...
Jul
2014
8
Pioneer to begin $400,000 computer replacement
NORTHFIELD - Work will begin this summer on a $400,000 computer equipment upgrade plan at the Pioneer Valley Regional School District's five schools. The district will borrow the money for a five-year term, with each of the district's four towns - shares based on...
Jun
2014
12
Share Your Art – Share Your Voice! Statewide Exhibition Showcases the Work and Accomplishments of Youth Involved with Department of Youth Services
BOSTON - Creating art and positive opportunities gives youth a chance to find their voice and understand their own lives as well as the world around them. The second annual Share Your Art - Share Your Voice! Exhibition showcases the work of youth involved with the...
Jun
2014
6
Distinguished UMass Historian Encourages HEC Academy Graduates to Pursue their Dreams
NORTHAMPTON, MA - Professor John Bracey Jr., Chair of the W.E.B. Du Bois Department of Afro-American Studies at the University of Massachusetts/Amherst, encouraged the seven seniors graduating today from HEC Academy to follow their dreams without the fear of...
May
2014
27
Providers and Parents Talk with MA Early Education Leader at CES
NORTHAMPTON - Early Education and Care (EEC) Commissioner Tom Weber knows that in order to understand and advocate for the needs of very young children, he must see the world from their perspective even if that means getting down on his hands and knees. Weber spent...
May
2014
24
Pathways to Independence Program (PIP) Hosts Visitors May 15
Pathways to Independence Program Thursday, May 15, 2014 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Amherst Regional High School 21 Mattoon Street Amherst, MA 01002 The Pathways to Independence Program (PIP) at Amherst Regional High School will host local dignitaries, community...
May
2014
20
HEC Academy students gain new skills and explore college through DeMarino Scholarships
NORTHAMPTON - Five HEC Academy students were able to increase their independence and pursue their dreams this year thanks to Ben DeMarino Scholarship awards, administered by the Collaborative for Educational Services (CES). HEC Academy in Northampton is an approved...
May
2014
16
National award promotes use of educational technology in the Department of Youth Services
NORTHAMPTON, MA - Many young people who are involved with Department of Youth Services (DYS), the state's juvenile justice system, have been challenged by traditional teaching approaches used in their previous school settings. But there may be a powerful way to...
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