2026 February 2026

Declining Enrollment Raises Serious Questions for BWS

The Becket Washington School faces declining enrollment, projected to fall to 68 students. Community advocacy emphasizes the need for increased visibility and funding. Optimism persists among residents, some of whom considered transforming the school into a magnet institution to attract families during a January 14 gathering at BWS.

2025 February 2025

How the Members of Wahconah Regional High School Are Feeling About the New MCAS Ballot Decision

or MCAS, has been a qualifying component for High School graduation here for over 20 years. That changed this past November, when voters decided to eliminate that requirement. So, what does this mean for Wahconah Regional High School? While the MCAS will still be administered, will teachers

2024 November 2024

New Reading Program: Wit and Wisdom Literacy Program at the Becket Washington Elementary School

teachers chose the Wit and Wisdom Literacy Program. Michael Henault, Assistant Superintendent for the Central Berkshire Regional School District, which includes the Becket Washington Elementary School, says that the program focuses on knowledge building. Wit and Wisdom is