The Food Bank of Western MA mobile distribution on 10/7 is cancelled for staff training. The next distribution date is scheduled for 10/21
Food and Meal Site listing for Berkshire County can be found here: https://5il.co/1iuc9
Educators can use attendance to assess how well they are doing with engaging families & their children. Absences drop when families understand what their children are learning while also feeling welcome & supported. #SchoolEveryDay
Let’s help students build a habit of good attendance early & often. #SchoolEveryDay
Elf Warm Clothing Program
Applications can be found here:
https://5il.co/1inb5
https://5il.co/1inb4
Completed forms are due to BCAC by Friday, September 30th.
3 on 3 Basketball Tournament
Hosted by 18 Degrees
5 person teams, ages 17-24 years old, to participate
Anyone interested in participating can contact Orrin Powell to sign up (contact information is on the flyer).
There are several opportunities for flu vaccination and COVID boosters coming up in the next couple of weeks:
Flu/COVID Vaccination and Booster Clinics will be held on:
October 4, 2022 at the Spitzer Center from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
October 6, 2022 at Drury High School from noon to 3:00 pm
October 12, 2022 at Colegrove Park Elementary School from 3:00 to 6:00 pm
October 25, 2022 at St. Elizabeth's Center from 3:00 to 6:00 pm.
Absenteeism is a red alert that students will drop out of high school. #SchoolEveryDay
Adams Community Bank is sponsoring a College Planning Seminar for all High School Seniors and Parents on Thursday October 20th, 7:00 pm at the Berkshire Innovation Center, 45 Woodlawn Ave, Pittsfield, MA. Registration is required, see flyer for more information.
As part of the newly passed Infrastructure Law, the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) was created to provide eligible households up to $30/month (or $75/month for households living on Tribal lands) toward their internet bills, as well as a one-time discount of up to $100 to purchase a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet. More information can be found here: https://5il.co/1ijyh
Building strong, trusting relationships that promote a feeling of belonging is fundamental to improving student attendance & engagement.
#SchoolEveryDay
Saturday, October 1, 2022, the Freshman Reception and the 7/8 Academy Dance will take place at Dury High School in the cafeteria.
The 7/8 Academy Dance will begin at 5 pm and end at 7 pm. It is open only to Drury students in grades 7 and 8. The Freshman Reception will directly follow from 7 pm to 9 pm. It is only open to Drury High School students in grades 9-12.
This is a semi-formal event, dresses/dress-up clothes, are encouraged but not mandatory. Tickets are $5 dollars per person and sold at both student lunches. There are no outside guests allowed.
If you have any questions, please contact Kellie Lahey, senior class advisor: klahey@napsk12.org
It's been a great #StartWithHelloWeek! Make a Start With Hello Promise Pledge to keep the Start With Hello spirit going throughout the year!
Food Pantries and Meal Sites in Berkshire County:
The North Adams Mobile Food Bank will not be running on 10/7. The next North Adams Mobile will be on 10/21. (Since program hours and days can change without notice, please call the location to be sure of times and requirements)
Food Pantries and Meal Sites in Berkshire County can be found here: https://5il.co/1ictv
Chilly weather is here! Dress for the weather, not the season! Temperatures are projected to drop on Friday, 9/23. Remember to dress in layers!
Thank a Trusted Adult today. Trusted Adults are always spreading the Start With Hello spirit! #StartWithHelloWeek
Let’s help students build a habit of good attendance early & often. It's not too late to start. #SchoolEveryDay
Chilly weather is here!
Dress for the weather, not the season!
Temperatures are projected to drop on Friday, 9/23. Remember to dress in layers!
During #StartWithHelloWeek, we hope you meet someone new! Use your own personalized “Hello Style!”
Loneliness and depression can cause students to pull away and, in serious situations, even hurt themselves or others. #StartWithHelloWeek teaches students to be more inclusive and connected. Be part of the culture change! www.sandyhookpromise.org/our-programs/start-with-hello
Upcoming programming from the North Adams Public Library.
