North Adams Public Schools

Upcoming programming sponsored by the Family Center

10 days ago, NAPS District

Back-Packed for Success hosted by nbCC

See flyer for registration information!

14 days ago, NAPS District

The Berkshire Museum will be reopening its doors this summer on July 29th! Over the past year, they’ve been busy reinventing some of their programs, and they are looking forward to sharing these new offerings with educators in the area through an Educator Resource Fair at Berkshire Museum on August 18th.

Anyone interested in attending the event can register here: https://1646.blackbaudhosting.com/1646/tickets?tab=2&txobjid=432816ea-99e0-4230-aa93-2c2e235fbc36

15 days ago, NAPS District

The summer camp bus stops for elementary students enrolled in 21st Century and special education summer programs have been posted to our website and can be found here: https://www.napsk12.org/page/bus-routes

Dates and times for all of our elementary and special education camps can be found here: https://www.napsk12.org/article/3016819

More information about our Drury summer programs will be released soon -- thank you for your patience!

REMINDER: All summer elementary and special education programs will begin on Monday, July 6th. Please be patient during the first week as the bus drivers and students get used to the routes, as well as during the summer, as the times and stops will fluctuate due to students' attendance.

16 days ago, NAPS District

Summer Meals Program: Kids and Teens eat FREE all summer long! See flyers for the locations and times starting June 30th and running until August 21st.

21 days ago, Superintendent's Office

The Central Offices of North Adams Public Schools summer hours will be as follows:

June 22nd through August 28th, Central Office will be open to the public from 8:00 to 3:30 Mon-Thurs, and 8:00 to 1:00 on Fri. Appointments are recommended.

Thanks, and enjoy the summer break!

28 days ago, Superintendent's Office

Head Start summer programming.

See flyer for details.

29 days ago, NAPS District

Not sure if your child needs mental health support? Here’s what care with Cartwheel can look like over the summer:

💬 Teletherapy to maintain progress, build skills, and prepare for the fall
👨‍👩‍👧 Parent and caregiver guidance to support routines and communication at home
🫶 Family support to navigate transitions or stressors together

Summer support can help students return to school in the fall feeling more prepared.

Learn more: cartwheelcare.org/families

about 1 month ago, NAPS District

Gateway Collaborative Media (formerly Northern Berkshire Community Television) is airing the ceremony on Channel 1302, our YouTube channel, and at Gatewaymedia.org.

📅 Playback Schedule:
• Saturday, June 13 – 9:00 AM
• Monday, June 15 – 11:00 AM
• Wednesday, June 17 – 2:00 PM
• Friday, June 19 – 3:00 PM
• Saturday, June 20 – 9:00 AM
• Sunday, June 21 – 6:30 PM

Congratulations to all the Drury graduates! 🎉

about 1 month ago, NAPS District

During the school year, students benefit from structure, access to trusted adults, and consistent peer connection. Over the summer, those supports often shift or fall away.

For students navigating anxiety or big emotions, even short-term support over the summer can make a real difference when the school year starts back up.

Through our partnership with Cartwheel, students and families have access to:
✨ Appointments within days
✨ Virtual sessions that fit summer schedules
✨ Free for families with Medicaid; in-network with most insurance

Get connected now: cartwheelcare.org/families

about 1 month ago, NAPS District

Berkshire Family YMCA - Camp Abenaki Summer Program. See flyer for details.

about 1 month ago, Superintendent's Office

Good news for families: Mental health support through Cartwheel doesn’t stop when school does.

This summer, students and families in North Adams Public Schools can still access:
🧠 Licensed therapists and psychiatric providers with no waitlists
💻 Virtual appointments with afternoon, evening, and weekend availability
👨‍👩‍👧 Parent guidance sessions with practical support for parents and caregivers for everyday challenges
🗣️ Care available in English, Spanish, and other languages
✅ Free for families with Medicaid; in-network with most insurance

Summer is a great time to get connected to care and help students be ready for fall. Learn more and get started: cartwheelcare.org/families

about 1 month ago, NAPS District

NOTICE: Per district policy, North Adams Public Schools Special Education Student Records will be destroyed 7 years from the date students graduate, age out, drop out, or move out of the district. Records from the 2018-2019 school year will be destroyed after June 30, 2026. Students or parents interested in obtaining the records should call Student Support Services at 413-776-1670, option 3 or 5, no later than June 26, 2026. Two days of advanced notice for pickup of records is appreciated.

about 2 months ago, NAPS District

FREE Wellness Day! May 23rd, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm at the North Adams American Legion. (Presented by the North Adams Commission on Disabilities)

about 2 months ago, Superintendent's Office

What are the answers to life's big questions? Some of our 5th and 6th grade students will ponder them with Charlie Brown next week as the Colegrove 21st Century Afterschool Program presents 'You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown'! The students participating have worked hard all year on set design, costume choices, and prop selection, in addition to acting and singing.

This performance is free to attend on May 28th at 3:30 PM at MCLA's Venable Theatre. See you there!

about 2 months ago, NAPS District

Flyer for You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown. Yellow with large black chevron line and details about the show

YMCA Camp Abenaki
See flyer for details.

2 months ago, NAPS District

Future Innovators Summer Program at the BIC. See flyer for details.

2 months ago, NAPS District

This Saturday May 2nd the Drury High School Small Business Artists from Mr. Brown (Math) and Ms. Hartlage's (Art) PBL course, Culture of Creativity/Entrepreneurship, participated in a real-world vending experience by setting up at the last indoor Maker's Market of the season at Hotel Downstreet. Each student who attended the market actively made sales of their handmade products created during this Semester 2 course. Products included altered upcycled clothing, quilted potholders, candles, leather crafted items, pins, original paintings, and bouquets of "forever flowers". Come check these artists' creations out on June 11th at Drury High School in the Library where they will be set up before Student Recognition Night!

2 months ago, NAPS District

Paintings and forever flowers (knit) at art market

Potholders at art market with drawings at left

Student and Mr Brown at the art market sales table

Wide photo of student art set up at art market tables

The North Adams Public Schools Greenhouse Program will host their Spring Open House on Thursday May 7th from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

2 months ago, Superintendent's Office

If your child is struggling, you're not alone.

Many families are navigating similar challenges—anxiety, school avoidance, big emotions. It can feel isolating, but you're part of a community that cares.

That's why mental health support through Cartwheel is here for all of our students and families:

💙 Therapy for your child with a licensed clinician
💙 Parent guidance for YOU—because you need support too
💙 Family therapy when everyone needs to work together
💙 Flexible virtual appointments that fit your schedule

You don't have to navigate this alone. We're here to help.
cartwheel.org/families

2 months ago, NAPS District