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School technology debate heads to committee for further review

WORCESTER—A petition seeking to remove internet-connected devices from Worcester’s youngest classrooms will undergo further review after parents challenged the school district’s response and school committee members debated how to balance technology use with traditional instruction. The school committee voted Thursday, Nov. 12, to refer the petition and...

Worcester, MA · 2d
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CBS Boston

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Rutland high school students save middle school theater program

Two Massachusetts high school juniors took over the middle school theater program when the director retired and no adult volunteered.

Holden, MA · 2d

myfmtoday.com

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Kids Invited to Try Flag Rugby at Douglas Elementary School

Children ages 5 to 10 are invited to get active, make new friends, and try a new sport through an upcoming casual flag rugby program at Douglas Elementary School. The sessions will take place on the track behind Douglas Elementary School on three consecutive Sundays: November 15, 22, and 29, from 10 to 11 a.m.

Douglas, MA · 2d
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Harvard Crimson

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Harvard Law School Suspends Students’ Library Access After ‘Study-In’

Harvard Law School suspended at least 18 students’ access to Langdell Library for two weeks following a silent “study-in” in support of clinical instructors last Friday. At least 18 participants received suspension emails Friday morning, according to an organizer. The organizer said at least one student who was in the library but did not participate in the study-in also received a notice.

Harvard, MA · 1d
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Worcester Telegram & Gazette

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Worcester parents, school officials clash over young students' screen time

WORCESTER – Parents expressed frustration after the School Committee declined to take up a petition to eliminate one-to-one device use for the youngest students in the Worcester Public Schools. The committee did vote to continue the discussion in a subcommittee. "The largest school districts in our country have put forward bans – New York City with 900,000 students and Los Angeles with 450,000 students," Noelia Chafoya, parent of a first grade student at Quinsigamond Elementary School, said during the Thursday, Nov. 12, School Committee meeting. "We know our educators work really hard and they are not putting students in front of a screen all day; however our youngest students learn in 10- to 15-minute increments. If we can repurpose that screen time for additional learning time, it would be greatly appreciated." In June, Chafoya and other parents filed a petition asking the district to remove devices from students between preschool and second grade in favor of more hands-on teacher-led instruction. Superintendent Brian Allen's office recommended the School Committee file the petition, which would have ended the possibility of it being implemented. "At this time, the administration is not making a recommendation on screen time. The district will continue to engage

Worcester, MA · 2d

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Sophomores left in the dust: the exclusivity of AP classes

One of the most common sayings I heard during my first few weeks at WA is that high school is one of the biggest opportunities to explore your passions and interests. Countless teachers, mentors, and upperclassmen constantly urge incoming freshmen to pursue their interests or find their calling. As of...

Westford, MA · 2d

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College Dumbs Down: Students Need NeeDoh

WORCESTER, MA—Holy Cross’s English Department recently interviewed some of the majors to ask questions like “Why are you an English major?” “Who are you?” and “Why should someone study the humanities, especially in this moment of rapid technological change?” To the last question, the college intervened and answered for the naive, callow, ignorant English majors with its shiny new Thesaurus. It appears that the mental capacity of students to obtain any knowledge is contingent on fidget toys.

Worcester, MA · 2d

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Tensions flare at Rochester School Committee meeting

ROCHESTER — Shouting amongst attendees brought the Rochester School Committee to a temporary halt as conflict erupted over the Rochester Memorial School’s bathroom policy. Arguments broke out amongst the crowd as parent Luis Rivera finished his comments during public policy at the Thursday, Nov. 12 meeting. Since May...

Rochester, MA · 3d

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Whaler Legends: Seven New Names Enter the New Bedford High School Football Hall of Fame

NEW BEDFORD — Friends of New Bedford Whaler Athletics Inc. has announced the inductees for the 44th annual New Bedford High School Football Hall of Fame. This year’s class includes Dennis “Bubba” Gomes (class of 1980), Kory Medeiros (1993), James Currin (1997), Patrick Walsh Jr. (2004), Lance Burlingame (2011), Chandler Debrosse (2015), and Andrew Rapoza (2016).

New Bedford, MA · 2d

Seattle ON Tap

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Stonehill's Metro Conference Move Has Siena's Advisor Asking: ‘Is This a Net Plus?'

Ncaaf on gradient background - Created by the Sports On Tap desk | Source : Sports On Tap (team logos property of their respective owners) The Metro Conference is officially blowing up its roster, hitting a record 14 schools with the addition of Stonehill College, effective July 1, 2027. This move, announced Friday, marks another […]

Easton, MA · 1d

The Herald News

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Joseph Case football magic ends in quarterfinal loss to Abington

ABINGTON — As the clock methodically ticked down in the fourth quarter, so did the hopes of Joseph Case football team advancing in the state tournament. The No. 11 Cardinals won their first playoff game in 34 years last week against defending Division 6 state champion Fairhaven. But on Thursday, Nov. 12, their playoff magic faded away on Memorial Field. No. 3 Abington punished Case with a devastating ground attack and took advantage of three costly tournovers that resulted in 22 points in the first quarter en route to a 36-7 victory in the Division 6 quarterfinal contest. With the win, the Green Wave (8-2) advance to the semifinal game for the first time since the 2021 season. Abington will play No. 7 Old Rochester, which stunned No. 2 Hudson 22-21 in overtime. Watch MA high school football on NFHS "That's a tough team," Cardinals first-year head coach Mike Cloutier said. "They got some men up front. I don't know, there was a little pressure we were feeling in that first quarter. I think we came out a little shaky. Take nothing away from Abington. That's a hell of a team. They did everything they wanted and executed very well.

Abington, MA · 2d

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New School Building Update: Variety of Plans Released

In the conference room in the central office, a new building is being presented, and it’s the biggest thing for Triton yet. The building project has been in the planning phase since 2019, when the school committee started researching how to fix the building, which was originally built in 1971. Then, in 2022, the Triton School Building Committee (SBC) began applying to the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) for a new building with an expression of interest. Now, in 2026, the Triton Committee is saying the building project will start close to the year 2030.

Massachusetts · 4d

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Winthrop Football Is Making a Playoff Push

For the first time since 2021, the Winthrop High School Football team has advanced to the MIAA Division 6 Quarterfinals. In each of the past 5 seasons, the Vikings have qualified for the postseason tournament (a great accomplishment), but have been unable to overcome the Round of 16 dread. So, what has changed with this team, and are the odds in their favor in their next matchup?

Winthrop, MA · 2d

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St. Andrew’s holds signing day for two Division I bound athletes

St. Andrew's held a signing day on Friday for two future Division I athletes.

Barrington, RI · 1d

WPRI 12 News

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Providence School Board names interim superintendent

Edwards will replace Javier Montañez, the outgoing superintendent, on Nov. 19. She was selected after the board conducted interviews with interim superintendent candidates on Saturday.

Providence, RI · 19h

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Five BU Alumni Sue Over Alleged Data Theft First Revealed in a Single X Post

Five Boston University graduates have filed three separate class-action lawsuits in Boston federal court, accusing their alma mater of failing to protect their personal data from an alleged theft that, so far, rests entirely on a single post on X. The lawsuits, filed Wednesday and Thursday, seek lead-plaintiff status on behalf of a broader class of former students and staff who say their sensitive information was put at risk.

Boston, MA · 1d

hometownweekly.net

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Porkers blank Central Catholic again in playoffs

The Walpole Porkers field hockey team persevered to a 3-0 victory over the Central Catholic Raiders on Saturday November 7, 2026 at Walpole High School. Raiders (7-9-2) were seeded 28th. The two teams have met on the pitch in consecutive years in the opening round of the playoffs. In 2025,...

Walpole, MA · 2d

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Walpole football pours it on Westfield, 48-18

On a warm, rainy night, the 5th seeded Walpole Timberwolves’ football team (6-2) soaked the 12th seeded Westfield Bombers (6-2) at John Turco Stadium on Friday November 6, 2026 by a final score of 48-18 in the first round of the division 4 playoffs. Senior captain Mason Falcone shredded...

Walpole, MA · 2d

Taunton Daily Gazette

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Taunton High School students to bring 'Grease' to life

Taunton High School students will bring the music, dancing and teenage drama of the 1950s to the stage with four performances of the musical "Grease" from Friday to Sunday, Nov. 13-15. The Taunton High School Drama Club will present the production, according to a community announcement. Set at the fictional Rydell High School, "Grease" follows teenagers as they navigate friendships, romantic relationships and the challenges of finding where they belong. The musical features familiar songs and scenes, including "Greased Lightnin'," "Beauty School Dropout," the Rydell Fight Song and the hand jive. Director Justine O'Brien, a former THSDC student, said the show's themes extend beyond its well-known music."Grease at its core is more than just catchy tunes and iconic lines,” O'Brien said. “It showcases the everyday struggles of high school cliques and trying to find the place you belong and people you belong with.” O'Brien said returning to the program as director has special meaning. The director said they feel “blessed to return now and guide students through the same formative arts education that I experienced.” According to the announcement, the drama club gives students opportunities to participate in multiple aspects of theater production, including building sets, performing and developing musical

Taunton, MA · 1d

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Silver Lake Announces 2026 Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees

KINGSTON, Mass. – The Silver Lake Regional High School (SLRHS) Athletic Hall of Fame Committee, together with the Athletic Director, Principal, and Superintendent, is proud to announce the 10th class of inductees into the SLRHS Athletic Hall of Fame. Following the tradition established in 2007, this year’s class includes...

Kingston, MA · 2d