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Amherst-Pelham Regional School District Appoints New Superintendent

Amherst-Pelham Regional School District Appoints New Superintendent

Dr. E. Xiomara Herman will start as superintendent of the Amherst-Pelham Regional Schools (APRS) July 1, following contract negotiations. She comes to western Massachusetts by way of St. Croix, Virgin Islands, amidst unrest in APRS and the former superintendent’s resignation.

Multi-Million Dollar Lawsuit Against Amherst-Pelham Regional Public Schools Recently Amended

Multi-Million Dollar Lawsuit Against Amherst-Pelham Regional Public Schools Recently Amended

Amherst educator Lamikco Magee filed a federal lawsuit against the district and its former and current leaders alleging retaliation and discrimination. The lawsuit comes after a wave of resignations and a district-wide Title IX investigation.

Amherst’s Elementary Schools Face Over $500k in Budget Cuts

Amherst’s Elementary Schools Face Over $500k in Budget Cuts

As Covid-19 era federal funds lapse and costs rise, Amherst’s elementary schools will be forced to find extra room in their budgets. Possible changes include larger class sizes, fewer after-school programs, or even layoffs.

Spanish Dual-Immersion Program Continues on Path Despite Losing Grant

Spanish Dual-Immersion Program Continues on Path Despite Losing Grant

Amherst’s successful dual immersion program, Caminantes, has lost an important state grant. Five years after its founding, Caminantes has improved students’ proficiency in both Spanish and English and increased pride in their heritage.

Amherst School District Releases Report on Mistreatment of LGBTQ Students

Amherst School District Releases Report on Mistreatment of LGBTQ Students

A completed Title IX report found evidence that leaders in Amherst Public Schools failed to adequately protect LGBTQ+ students from discrimination, which was perpetuated by three counselors at the middle school.

Town Election To Center on Housing, Schools, and DEI

Town Election To Center on Housing, Schools, and DEI

The town of Amherst is preparing for its biennial election, which will usher in new city councilors, school committee members, library trustees, and Housing Authority representatives. Currently, only three Amherst students are registered to vote in the town of Amherst.

Former Amherst Schools Superintendent Michael Morris ’00 Reflects on Resignation

Former Amherst Schools Superintendent Michael Morris ’00 Reflects on Resignation

Michael Morris ’00 resigned from his role as superintendent of Amherst-Pelham Regional Schools following reported mistreatment of LGBTQ students in the district. After seven years in the position, Morris reflected on his tenure in an interview with The Student.