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Hoosac Valley Enters Lockdown After Online Threat; Threat Resolved
CHESHIRE, Mass. — On Thursday morning, Hoosac Valley High School entered into a lockdown in response to an online threat. A notification was released to parents stating that school staff was made aware of a "generalized threat via the Internet," and the middle and high schools were put into lockdown while state and local police were contacted.
Morris Elementary School Welcomes New Assistant Principal
LENOX, Mass. — Superintendent William Collins announced that Holly Soules has been selected as Morris Elementary School's new assistant principal and will assume her role on July 1. Soules brings experience and a diverse background in education to the district. She has previously taught both first and third grade,...
Berkshire Community College Degrees & Certificates for 2024
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Community College held its 64th commencement ceremony on Friday, May 31, at Tanglewood. The college awarded 152 associate degrees (including 105 associate in science degrees and 47 associate in arts degrees) and 39 certificates. A total of 191 awards were conferred to 189 students in...
Pittsfield city council signs off on $3 million plan to replace high school boilers
In its presentation to the council Tuesday night, city officials stressed that time is of the essence to put the gears in motion for three new boilers in Pittsfield High School. “Well, the time sensitivity is- The contract that was the low bid, in 30 days he can walk away...
Berkshire Waldorf High School Secures $4M Donation
STOCKBRIDGE, Mass. — Berkshire Waldorf High School announced that it has received $4 million from an anonymous donor toward renovation of Procter Hall, the Old Town Hall at 6 Main Street. The school has completed the architectural phase of the project design and construction is now underway. Pamela Sandler,...
Lee High School Announces Graduation Speakers For 2024
LEE, Mass. — Allen Ni and Kira Johnson have been named the valedictorian and salutatorian, respectively, for Lee High School's class of 2024. Ni is the son of Kong Liang Ni and Wen Hui Zheng of Lee. He is a member of the National Honor Society, varsity tennis team, band, student government, GSA, quiz team, Social Justice Club, Let's Talk, and the class steering committee. He is a recipient of the Harvard Club of Western Massachusetts Book Award, Clarkson University Achievement Award, and the Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents Academic Excellence Award.
Williamstown Elementary School to Present 'Matilda, Jr.' Musical
WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — The 6th graders of Williamstown Elementary School are set to perform Roald Dahl's "Matilda, Jr." as their spring musical this weekend in the WES Auditorium. The performances will take place on Friday, May 31, at 7 p.m.; Saturday, June 1, at 7 p.m.; and Sunday, June...
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