By Barbara Craft-Reiss On a beautiful fall morning, with the Becket-Washington School alive with the sounds and sights of children learning, I had the pleasure of meeting with Dr. Michael Henault and Mr. Aaron Robb, the new Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent, respectively. They have both been in their new positions since July 1, 2025. Prior […]
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Can you hear me now? Cellphones at Wahconah Regional High School
By Jack Walton and Lola Mancari, 10th Grade Smart phones have become an essential part of our everyday lives. They are needed for emergencies, but they are also useful for shopping, paying bills, scheduling events, photography, setting alarms, and playing games. They have become integral to everything we do, so it is not surprising that […]
How the Members of Wahconah Regional High School Are Feeling About the New MCAS Ballot Decision
By Addison Reddington The Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System, 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 […]
New Reading Program: Wit and Wisdom Literacy Program at the Becket Washington Elementary School
By Amy Alpert After field testing several reading programs throughout the district over the last several years, 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 […]