PHS Proteus Theatre Hosts Annual Talent Showcase| 04:00PM / Tuesday, May 28, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Pittsfield High School's Proteus Theatre will hold its Annual Talent Showcase on May 31 at 7:30 p.m. Directed by students Stephanie Martin, Aaliyah Johnson, and Kayla Hunter, the event will feature performances by PHS students. The showcase will take place in the PHS Theatre, with tickets priced at $5, available for purchase at the door (cash or check) or online. Attendees are advised to enter through the Appleton entrance, while those requiring handicap access should use the back doors and email kblocker@pittsfield.net for assistance. >> Read More |
Pittsfield Public Schools Hold Unified Game DayBy Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
05:42AM / Tuesday, May 28, 2024 | |
Kids get a kick out of the Pittsfield Fire Department's Sparky. PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Pittsfield Public School children united on Friday morning to take part in the district's third annual Unified Game Day. The event brought together not just the district's special needs children and mainstreaming students but also their families, administrators, and staff, all participating in a daylong Special Olympics event at Clapp Park. "That inclusivity is something that's so important. It's such an important part of the Pittsfield Public Schools. It's a chance to celebrate the diversity of our students and that each student and >> Read More |
Rotary Club Announces Service Above Self Awardees| 08:00AM / Monday, May 27, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Rotary Club of Pittsfield President John Hudnall announced the 2024 Service Above Self Award winners. The presentations were made on May 9 at Mazzeo's Restaurant. Eric Ungewitter, Service Above Self Committee Chair spoke about the extensive accomplishments of each student and their commitment to volunteerism in the community. According to a press release, this award exemplifies their volunteer efforts and their selfless contributions to the service of others. The object of Rotary is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise which is something we live our lives by. These young >> Read More |
BCC Faculty Member Wins Fulbright Scholarship| 11:47AM / Sunday, May 26, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Community College (BCC) Writing Across the Curriculum Coordinator Liesl Schwabe recently received a Fulbright-Nehru Award for Professional and Academic Excellence, part of the U.S. Department of State Fulbright Scholar program. Schwabe will spend the 2024-25 academic year in Kolkata (formerly Calcutta), India, along with her husband and their 13-year-old daughter. Fulbright Scholar Awards are prestigious and competitive fellowships that provide unique opportunities for scholars to teach and conduct research abroad. Fulbright scholars also play a critical role in U.S. public diplomacy, establishing long-term relationships between people and >> Read More |
Pittsfield Council Gives Preliminary OK to $82M School BudgetBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
12:31PM / Thursday, May 23, 2024 | |
State Rep. Tricia Farley-Bouvier, with Superintendent Joseph Curtis, says the Student Opportunity Act if fully funded this year. PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The City Council left no stone unturned as it took four hours to preliminarily approve the school budget on Monday. At $82,885,277, the fiscal year 2025 spending plan is a $4,797,262 — or 6.14 percent — increase from this year.
It was a divisive vote, passing 6-4 with one councilor absent, and survived two proposals for significant cuts.
"I think we have fiduciary responsibility to the citizens of Pittsfield and to have a budget that is responsible, taking into consideration the huge increase in
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BCC Offers Three New Programs | 08:05AM / Wednesday, May 22, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Community College (BCC) introduces three new certificate programs for the fall semester, which begins on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. To apply to the College or for more information, visit www.berkshirecc.edu/academics. (ACE) certificate prepares human services professionals for work in the substance use field. Graduates of this program will be trained to offer supervised substance use services that include individual and group counseling, assessment and documentation, case planning, client services support, community service outreach and referrals for individuals and families. The ACE program can be completed in one >> Read More |
Pittsfield Superintendant Warns of Prohibited Toy GunsBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
02:08PM / Monday, May 20, 2024 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The district has been alerted of a concerning trend that is prohibited on school grounds: Orby or Orbeez gel guns.
The toy guns shoot gel or water beads and are said to pose a risk of physical harm and being mistaken for a real firearm. They are a violation of the Pittsfield Public School's code of conduct and could result in a suspension of 11 days or more.
"Though these may appear as simple toys, it's crucial to recognize the potential risks tied to their usage. By raising awareness, we aim to educate our community about the possible hazards associated with these items, emphasizing the importance of informed decision-making and responsible
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BCC Offers Summer Classes| 09:12AM / Monday, May 20, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass — Berkshire Community College (BCC) encourages prospective students to enroll for summer 2024 classes in advance of the fall semester, which begins on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. By completing one or more pre-requisite classes over the summer, students can focus on their desired area of study on the fall — or simply experiment with a course or two that piques their interest. Students ages 25 and older may qualify for free tuition through the Commonwealth's MassReconnect program, providing they are Massachusetts residents who have not previously earned a college degree and who enroll in at least six credits per semester. A variety of >> Read More |
BCC Offers Summer Classes| 11:04AM / Friday, May 17, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass.— Berkshire Community College (BCC) encourages prospective students to enroll for summer 2024 classes in advance of the fall semester, which begins on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. By completing one or more pre-requisite classes over the summer, students can focus on their desired area of study on the fall — or simply experiment with a course or two that piques their interest. Students ages 25 and older may qualify for free tuition through the Commonwealth’s MassReconnect program, providing they are Massachusetts residents who have not previously earned a college degree and who enroll in at least six credits per semester. A variety of >> Read More |
The Zonta Club of Berkshire County Scholarship| 08:00AM / Friday, May 17, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Jane M Klausman Women in Business Scholarship is awarded to college students who are pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees in business management. Applicants should be in their second year of college. Deadline for applications is June 15, 2024. The $1,000 winner is also eligible for an additional $5,000 award at the Zonta International level. Apply here. >> Read More |
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