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Massachusetts Officially Has 2024’s Best School System In America
Once again, our state of Massachusetts makes us proud by being #1 in yet another important field. It seems like this has been happening a lot lately, hasn't it? Massachusetts has ranked at the top (or very near) in numerous fields lately. The field I'm referring to in this instance...
Assumption University reduces graduate school costs for future educators, effective this fall
WORCESTER — Due to a critical shortage of special educators nationwide, Assumption University will reduce tuition costs for master's degree students in special education and school counseling, beginning this fall. The goal is to make credentials in these areas more accessible, which in turn would push more students into...
Guest column: Legislative gaffe subtracts from Student Opportunity Act
In 2019, the Massachusetts Legislature passed the Student Opportunity Act. This law was years in the making and hailed as a groundbreaking reform effort that would advance excellence and equity in public education in our state. This year, the Legislature generously funded the Student Opportunity Act as planned, adding substantial dollars to...
Newsmakers: Kids on summer stage and a high schooler on the rise
Newton residents take the stage in Weston summer productions. Weston Drama Workshop, a nonprofit youth theater organization in its 62nd anniversary season, is staging six productions this month at Regis College, featuring participants entering Grade 5 through age 23. Participants have been rehearsing for these productions since early June, and...
Student activist Sophie Shen wins leadership award from Bank of America
Sophie Shen, a rising senior at Arlington High School, is among five students in Massachusetts selected as a Bank of America Student Leader, the company said. The award earns Shen a paid summer internship with a local nonprofit (the Waltham Boys and Girls Club) and an all-expenses-paid weeklong trip to Washington, D.C., for a national leadership summit.
NSHS Science Team offers Summer Science Program for Grades 6-10, Jul. 29-Aug. 30
The Newton Summer Science Program offers a series of week-long STEM courses taught by student members of the Newton South High School Science Team to inspire middle school students to explore engaging topics in science beyond the school curriculum. Additionally, the program offers courses in grades 9-10 math and science for high school students to begin the school year feeling prepared.
Top 10 Cosmetology Schools in Worcester, MA: A Comprehensive Guide [2024]
Located in the vivid city of Worcester, Massachusetts, several cosmetology schools stand out for their exceptional programs and student success. Among them, the Worcester location of Toni and Guy shines with a remarkable 94 percent job placement rate, the highest in the state. This renowned chain, originating in England and...
Wenzel: Rotary Club of Marlborough presents scholarships to graduates
MARLBOROUGH – Pam Morse was present at the Bolton Street Tavern as the Rotary Club of Marlborough gave a head start on college tuition to 11 2024 high school graduates as they awarded $25,000 in scholarships at their June 13 meeting. Five local graduates walked away with $4,000 each and five other graduates were awarded $1,000 each for their education.
Connor Madden’s gem sends Hudson Post 100 to Zone 4 championship series
HUDSON – Hudson’s lead was incredibly narrow, but with Connor Madden on the bump, it remained remarkably safe. No. 3 Hudson Post 100 scored early against No. 2 Milford Post 59 during the American Legion Zone 4 semifinal game on Saturday night at Guidotti Field, but after pulling ahead 1-0, couldn’t produce any additional offense. It was Madden – a right-handed pitcher and 2023 graduate of Hudson High School – who proved to be the hero, shutting down Milford, maintaining Post 100’s one-run lead, and ultimately sending Hudson to the Zone 4 finals, which will be played throughout the next week.
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