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Educators debate Question 2’s MCAS graduation requirement
SPRINGFIELD – One longterm teacher worries children will be left behind if voters eliminate the MCAS graduation requirement in November’s election. A second educator says children are already left behind because of the test. Both agree that even if voters back Question 2 on Nov. 5, the MCAS...
To the pitch: Soccer stars fill up Thursday's Fantastic 5 high school sports performances
Records fell. Shutouts were earned. Numerous goals were scored. Thursday's Fantastic Five high school athletes largely came from the soccer pitch, but they showed every way to contribute in a game. Here's who stood out October 17: ...
10K Mass. students to receive free books through new reading program
Books will soon be in the hands of 10,000 students across five Massachusetts communities, Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll announced Thursday. In a collaborative effort between state officials and the United States of Readers, a national reading program run by Scholastic, students from pre-K through eighth grade will receive 10 books a year.
Doherty High School in Worcester to auction off pieces of its history
The new Doherty Memorial High School in Worcester has opened for students this year, but items from the old school, built in the 1960s, are available at auction. Those items include bricks, lockers, auditorium chairs, and even a scoreboard from the high school’s gymnasium. If you purchase a product...
Wednesday warriors: Here's a Fantastic Five high school sports performances from MetroWest
The end of the regular season is in sight. Teams are securing their spots in the state tournament and wrapping up league titles. Wednesday's Fantastic Five high school athletes put up big performances that will go a long way to ensuring their teams have more to play for this season. Here's who stood...
Entering the stretch run: 8 Week 6 HS football games to watch in MetroWest and Milford
League play is in full swing in Week 6. The playoff picture is starting to take shape with only a few weeks remaining in the regular season. There are 19 games this week. Just one takes place Thursday, so all eyes will be on the Tri-Valley League Small when Millis visits Bellingham. A...
New State Award Recognizes BHS Commitment to Military Students
Bedford High School is the first secondary school in the Commonwealth to be recognized for providing programs and resources supporting the transition and welfare of children of military dependents. The high school is the first recipient of a Purple Star Award from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
Clark Launches Online Microcredential Programs
WORCESTER – Clark University’s School of Professional Studies has launched 19 online courses through its new microcredentials offerings. The microcredentials courses focus on developing skills in multiple subject areas. Along with individual courses, that range from $350 to $500, the program offers a microcertificate for multiple classes in six areas:
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