Schools & Education

Talk on Selecting the Right College on Oct. 5th

September 11th, 2009

FRAMINGHAM, MA — The Youth Commission of Temple Beth Am in Framingham will be hosting a free informational session about helping all parents and their college-bound student select the right college. The presentation will be given by Larry Dannenberg of College Solutions, Framingham. Among the topics he will address are: How can you identify the “right” college… [read more].

Backpacking

September 8th, 2009

So the first day of school we looked out the window to see our neighbor’s daughter walking to school.  Well, struggling to stay upright.  She is slightly built and had a messenger bag on her hip that she was trying to balance. Soon after we saw other students on their way, with what looked like full backpacks…. [read more].

Teachers Appreciation Week at Office Depot August 16 - 22, 2009

August 19th, 2009

FRAMINGHAM, MA — Office Depot, Shoppers World, Rt. 9 W, celebrates teachers the week of August 16-22, 2009 by offering them 10 percent off school supplies. On Saturday, from 9 a.m. to noon there will be breakfast treats by Bruegger’s Bagels,and John Harvard’s Brew House. There will also be free gifts and coupons while supplies last. Teacher… [read more].

Dunning Teacher Named Mass State Teacher of the Year

June 29th, 2009

BOSTON – Jae Goodwin, a 5th grade teacher at Framingham’s Charlotte A. Dunning Elementary School was named the state’s 2009-2010 Teacher of the Year. Education officials and legislative leaders both hailed Goodwin for her commitment to excellence and dedication to ensuring that all of her students achieve academic success. “A teacher’s positive contributions extend beyond a particular… [read more].

Dunning Teacher named Mass State Teacher of the Year

June 21st, 2009

FRAMINGHAM, MA — Jae Goodwin, a 5th grade teacher at Framingham’s Charlotte A. Dunning Elementary School was named the state’s 2009-2010 Teacher of the Year. Education officials and legislative leaders both hailed Goodwin for her commitment to excellence and dedication to ensuring that all of her students achieve academic success. “A teacher’s positive contributions extend beyond a… [read more].

Framingham High Drama Company selected to represent the US at 2010 International Festival in Scotland

June 3rd, 2009

FRAMINGHAM, MA — The Board of Advisors of the American High School Theatre Festival (AHSTF) has selected the Framingham High School Drama Company to perform in the world’s largest and most prestigious arts festival. The Board reviews applications and identifies top high schools based on their most recent bodies of work, awards, community involvement, philosophies, and recommendations…. [read more].

Summer Jobs Program for Framingham Youth

May 20th, 2009

FRAMINGHAM, MA — Future Skills Institute (FSI), a young adult career and jobs center based in Framingham, has been awarded funds through the state’s YouthWorks program to provide job-readiness training and subsidized internships to youth aged 16-21. FSI is currently seeking low-income youth as well as employers to participate in the program. Private businesses, public agencies, and… [read more].

Framingham State Student Films in International Festival

March 2nd, 2009

FRAMINGHAM,MA — The Framingham State College Communication Arts Department is proud to announce that two student films have been named official selections at the Bare Bones International Film Festival in Muskogee, Oklahoma. The films were created with the mentorship and expertise of Framingham State College’s Assistant Professor James Bock in a required Visual Media Production Course: COMM… [read more].

Framingham Superintendent Finalists to Meet with Community

January 27th, 2009

FRAMINGHAM, MA — Three finalists for the position of Framingham superintendent of schools will meet with interested community members in a series of public forums on February 2, 3 and 4 from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the Cameron Middle School Auditorium at 215 Elm Street. The forum schedule is: Monday, February 2: Stephen Mills, Deputy Superintendent,… [read more].

FRAMINGHAM READS TOGETHER DEBUTS

January 9th, 2009

FRAMINGHAM, MA — Framingham Public Library is inviting the entire community to participate in the first annual Framingham Reads Together program. In similar programs across the country, this type of One Book, One Community initiative promotes reading and helps build community. The selected book is Three Cups of Tea: One Man’s Mission to Promote Peace…One School at… [read more].