Know Your Rights
Hosted by MCLA
April 6th at 5 PM
Church Street Center
See flyer for details
Hosted by MCLA
April 6th at 5 PM
Church Street Center
See flyer for details
Glow Dance!
Friday, April 10th
6 PM - 8 PM
Colegrove Park Elementary School
Free entry!
DJ Ash, glow sticks, drinks, and snacks!
Presented by Strong Communities
Friday, April 10th
6 PM - 8 PM
Colegrove Park Elementary School
Free entry!
DJ Ash, glow sticks, drinks, and snacks!
Presented by Strong Communities
Reminder!
Join our next SEPAC!
(Special Education Parent Advisory Council)
Wednesday, March 11th
5:30 PM, Brayton Library
RSVPs welcome but not required! SEPAC@napsk12.org
Open to all NAPS families, faculty, staff, and community partners!
What is a SEPAC?
The Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) is a volunteer organization of parents and caregivers focused on ensuring the best education for our students with disabilities
The SEPAC provides connection, education, and empowerment for caregivers to advocate for improved services
Why join the SEPAC?
Connect and share experiences, knowledge, and support
Stay informed about special education policies, strategies, and resources
Collaborate with other caregivers, educators, and professionals on practices that benefit all North Adams Public Schools students
Join our next SEPAC!
(Special Education Parent Advisory Council)
Wednesday, March 11th
5:30 PM, Brayton Library
RSVPs welcome but not required! SEPAC@napsk12.org
Open to all NAPS families, faculty, staff, and community partners!
What is a SEPAC?
The Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) is a volunteer organization of parents and caregivers focused on ensuring the best education for our students with disabilities
The SEPAC provides connection, education, and empowerment for caregivers to advocate for improved services
Why join the SEPAC?
Connect and share experiences, knowledge, and support
Stay informed about special education policies, strategies, and resources
Collaborate with other caregivers, educators, and professionals on practices that benefit all North Adams Public Schools students
Glow Dance!
Friday, April 10th
6 PM - 8 PM
Colegrove Park Elementary School
Free entry!
DJ Ash, glow sticks, drinks, and snacks!
Presented by Strong Communities
Friday, April 10th
6 PM - 8 PM
Colegrove Park Elementary School
Free entry!
DJ Ash, glow sticks, drinks, and snacks!
Presented by Strong Communities
Youth Center, Inc programming for the April school break (Grades K to 7) will run Tuesday 4/21 to Friday 4/24, from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm, and is $35/day per child. See flyer for registration and daily activities.
Parents and caregivers: If your child is struggling with anxiety, having a hard time staying focused, or could benefit from extra support, Cartwheel is here to help.
Through our partnership with Cartwheel, North Adams students and families have access to:
🧠 Licensed therapists and psychiatrists—no waitlist
🖥️ Virtual appointments available 8am-8pm Mon-Fri and some weekend hours, whenever works best for your family
🫶 Family guidance and parent support—because you don't have to navigate this alone
🗣️ Care available in English, Spanish, and other languages
✅ Free for families with MassHealth; in-network with many insurance plans
We're here when you need us. Learn more and get started: cartwheel.org/district/north-adams
Spread the word by liking or sharing this post!
Through our partnership with Cartwheel, North Adams students and families have access to:
🧠 Licensed therapists and psychiatrists—no waitlist
🖥️ Virtual appointments available 8am-8pm Mon-Fri and some weekend hours, whenever works best for your family
🫶 Family guidance and parent support—because you don't have to navigate this alone
🗣️ Care available in English, Spanish, and other languages
✅ Free for families with MassHealth; in-network with many insurance plans
We're here when you need us. Learn more and get started: cartwheel.org/district/north-adams
Spread the word by liking or sharing this post!
Join our next SEPAC!
(Special Education Parent Advisory Council)
Wednesday, March 11th
5:30 PM, Brayton Library
RSVPs welcome but not required! SEPAC@napsk12.org
Open to all NAPS families, faculty, staff, and community partners!
What is a SEPAC?
The Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) is a volunteer organization of parents and caregivers focused on ensuring the best education for our students with disabilities
The SEPAC provides connection, education, and empowerment for caregivers to advocate for improved services
Why join the SEPAC?
Connect and share experiences, knowledge, and support
Stay informed about special education policies, strategies, and resources
Collaborate with other caregivers, educators, and professionals on practices that benefit all North Adams Public Schools students
(Special Education Parent Advisory Council)
Wednesday, March 11th
5:30 PM, Brayton Library
RSVPs welcome but not required! SEPAC@napsk12.org
Open to all NAPS families, faculty, staff, and community partners!
What is a SEPAC?
The Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) is a volunteer organization of parents and caregivers focused on ensuring the best education for our students with disabilities
The SEPAC provides connection, education, and empowerment for caregivers to advocate for improved services
Why join the SEPAC?
Connect and share experiences, knowledge, and support
Stay informed about special education policies, strategies, and resources
Collaborate with other caregivers, educators, and professionals on practices that benefit all North Adams Public Schools students
Upcomming programming sponsored by the Family Center.
Upcomming programing at the North Adams Public Library. See flyer for details
Upcoming Family Center programming.
MassPAC All-Access Workshop calendar for January 2026 and Spanish language workshops
Join our SEPAC!
(Special Education Parent Advisory Council)
Interest Meeting:
Wednesday, January 14th
5:30 PM, Brayton Library
RSVPs welcome but not required!
SEPAC@napsk12.org
What is a SEPAC?
The Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) is a volunteer organization of parents and caregivers focused on ensuring the best education for our students with disabilities
The SEPAC provides connection, education, and empowerment for caregivers to advocate for improved services
Why join the SEPAC?
Connect and share experiences, knowledge, and support
Stay informed about special education policies, strategies, and resources
Collaborate with other caregivers, educators, and professionals on practices that benefit all North Adams Public Schools students
(Special Education Parent Advisory Council)
Interest Meeting:
Wednesday, January 14th
5:30 PM, Brayton Library
RSVPs welcome but not required!
SEPAC@napsk12.org
What is a SEPAC?
The Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) is a volunteer organization of parents and caregivers focused on ensuring the best education for our students with disabilities
The SEPAC provides connection, education, and empowerment for caregivers to advocate for improved services
Why join the SEPAC?
Connect and share experiences, knowledge, and support
Stay informed about special education policies, strategies, and resources
Collaborate with other caregivers, educators, and professionals on practices that benefit all North Adams Public Schools students
🌟 Last week at Colegrove's assembly, we celebrated some truly outstanding students! 🌟
👏 Respectful Role Models who show empathy, support their peers, and create a positive learning community by listening, encouraging, and leading with kindness.
🎯 Responsibility Stars who demonstrate strong work ethics, manage their time and resources wisely, and set clear goals to achieve their best.
💪 Resilient Learners who finish what they start, ask for help when needed, support others positively, stay fully engaged, and take risks to grow.
📅 Plus, a big shoutout to all students who have shown incredible determination by attending school every single day since the start of the year!
We are so proud of your hard work and positive spirit! Keep shining, Colegrove! ✨
👏 Respectful Role Models who show empathy, support their peers, and create a positive learning community by listening, encouraging, and leading with kindness.
🎯 Responsibility Stars who demonstrate strong work ethics, manage their time and resources wisely, and set clear goals to achieve their best.
💪 Resilient Learners who finish what they start, ask for help when needed, support others positively, stay fully engaged, and take risks to grow.
📅 Plus, a big shoutout to all students who have shown incredible determination by attending school every single day since the start of the year!
We are so proud of your hard work and positive spirit! Keep shining, Colegrove! ✨
Upcoming programming from Berkshire Nursing Families (BNF). See flyers for details.
Upcoming programming from the Family Center.
Last week, teachers across the district came together for professional development focused on trauma-informed practices, social-emotional learning, and effective lesson planning — all to better support the needs of every learner!
Our final day of #StartWithHello Week may be tomorrow (Friday), but we encourage welcoming school communities all year long! Let's "Celebrate Kindness" together!
Dress Up:
Wear yellow or green—the colors of inclusion
Act of Kindness:
Community Welcome Day!
Daily Ice Breaker:
Say hi to someone who likes to dance
Upcoming programming from Berkshire Dance Theatre!
"Nobody Eats Alone Day" is tomorrow (Thursday) as part of #StartWithHello week!
Dress Up:
Wear pink for compassion and care
Act of Kindness:
Eat with a new friend!
Daily Ice Breaker:
Say hi to someone whose favorite season is different than yours
Dress Up:
Wear pink for compassion and care
Act of Kindness:
Eat with a new friend!
Daily Ice Breaker:
Say hi to someone whose favorite season is different than yours
Let's "Let Kindness Shine" on Wednesday! #StartWithHello Week
Dress Up:
Wear neon, shiny, or brightly-colored clothing
Act of Kindness:
Compliment day—give one, get one!
Daily Ice Breaker:
Say hi to someone who goes by a nickname
Dress Up:
Wear neon, shiny, or brightly-colored clothing
Act of Kindness:
Compliment day—give one, get one!
Daily Ice Breaker:
Say hi to someone who goes by a nickname
