
Next week we are celebrating #StartWithHelloWeek to build a culture of inclusivity and empathy! Join us!
Monday, 9/16: Wear Green day
Tuesday, 9.17/: Community Welcome Day at Brayton/Nobody Eats Alone day
Wednesday, 9/18: Community Welcome Day at Colegrove/Talk to Someone New day
Thursday, 9/19: Community Welcome Day at Drury/Compliment day
Friday, 9/20: Community Day of Service (Drury)/Let Kindness Shine and wear sparkles, shiny things, or neon colors and be kind to others


#StartWithHelloWeek is next week! To kick things off, Colegrove students and teachers created this “Be the “I” in KIND" mural to remind everyone that every individual plays an important role in creating and maintaining a kind and respectful school community. When we plant seeds of kindness today, we reap the benefits tomorrow!


Upcoming programming from the Family Center.








NAPS Off Campus Greenhouse Program announces the annual sale of their Fall Flowers and Crafts! Prices and hours are on the flyer.


First Fridays is a bike rodeo at their upcoming event this Friday. See flyer for details.


📣 Exciting News from Colegrove Park Elementary School! 📣
We are beyond thrilled to share that Colegrove Park Elementary has been named an Attendance All-Star for the 2023-2024 school year! 🏆🎉 This prestigious award, given to the top ten schools in Massachusetts with the most improved absenteeism rates, highlights our commitment to student engagement and success.
🏀✨ At the event last Friday, Colegrove was presented with a golden basketball autographed by the NBA Championship-winning Boston Celtics! 🏆🌟
This honor is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our students, faculty, staff, and families. We are so proud to be the only school in Berkshire County and 1 out of 1,751 public schools in the state of Massachusetts to receive this recognition this year!
🎊 Thanks to everyone who helped us celebrate this incredible milestone! 🙌📚🎉
#ColegroveParkElementary #AttendanceAllStar #GoldenBasketball #BostonCeltics #CommunityPride #EducationExcellence








Our educators are digging in! They're prepping for the new school year with some English Language Arts (ELA) professional development. We're looking forward to students filling our halls tomorrow!

Don't forget!
North Adams Public Schools will be hosting Coffee Date at the Eagle St. parklet this Friday, Aug. 23rd!
Time: 7:30 - 9 am
Rain location: Terra Nova Church at 85 Main St
Hope to see you there!

Last chance to attend an in-person Community Forum about the Greylock School Project!
Thursday, August 22nd, 6PM at Brayton Elementary School
Learn about the new school proposal details, including school design, timeline, and associated costs.
Tours of each building will be provided after the presentation.
Can't attend in person? Join via Zoom at www.napsk12.org/SchoolProjectForum


Upcoming webinar offered by Cartwheel: The Relationship Between ADHD and Learning Disorders
Open to families and staff
Sep 10
See flyer for details

Friends of North Adams Public Library Book Sale
See flyer for details

Upcoming events sponsored by the Family Center and other Community Partners







North Adams Public Schools is pleased to host Coffee Date at the Eagle St. parklet on Friday, Aug. 23rd!
Time: 7:30 - 9 am
Rain location: Terra Nova Church at 85 Main St
Hope to see you there!

Don't forget! The Back-Packed for Success registration deadline is today! See flyer for details.


Upcoming programming hosted by Berkshire County Head Start

Back-Packed for Success! See flyer for details.


Stakeholder Partnerships, Education and Communications (SPEC) will provide information to help parents of young children and college students understand the tax credits (Child Tax Credit, Additional Child Tax Credit, Earned Income Tax Credit, etc.) and benefits they may be eligible for to claim when they file a tax return. They will also raise awareness of free tax preparation available at Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) sites. Please register using the link below and mark your calendars to join our virtual Back-to-School Symposium!
Title: 2024-2025 Back-to-School Initiative Webcast!
Date: July 30, 2024
Time: 1:00 PM ET/12:00 PM CT/11:00 AM MT/10:00 AM PT
Link to register: https://www.webcaster4.com/Webcast/Page/1104/50860


Our summer garden program is in full swing! Students are enjoying time spent with garden expert Jen Munoz learning about the summer growing season.







Last chance to attend an in-person Community Forum about the Greylock School Project!
Thursday, August 22nd, 6PM at Brayton Elementary School
Learn about the new school proposal details, including school design, timeline, and associated costs.
Tours of each building will be provided after the presentation.
Can't attend in person? Join via Zoom at www.napsk12.org/SchoolProjectForu


We're having a ball at our 21st Century summer camp! Ms. Cancro's class is exploring animals and getting plenty of soccer time in. More fun to come in the next few weeks!







