Agawam Public Schools

Benjamin Phelps is in the Breakfast Week Spirit!

Agawam Public Schools is Celebrating National School Breakfast Week, SURF'S UP! All of our Agawam Students have the opportunity to eat breakfast at school every day. Check out some of our day 1 decorations from Doering Middle School and Phelps.

Congratulations to Rachel Patterson, Rosemarie Light, Rachel Conklin and Taylor DeGeorge who have been selected by Agawam Public Schools as the 2024 Pioneer Valley Excellence in Teaching Award Winners. They will be honored on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at the Log Cabin in Holyoke. Rachel Patterson is an English Teacher at the High School. Rachel has been teaching in Agawam for more than a decade and she is outstanding with respect to classroom teaching; she works with and helps all members of the English Department with respect to curriculum, professional development and general collegiality. Rosemarie Light is a Special Education Teacher at the Junior High School. Rose is also someone willing to help her fellow co-workers by supporting them both in the classroom setting during non-class time, helping the teachers to understand each of the students strengths and weaknesses. Rachel Conklin is a Science Teacher at both Sapelli School and Phelps School. Rachel makes learning in the classroom fun by using humor, games and creative resources. First Year Teacher winner is Taylor DeGeorge. In her first full year of teaching, Taylor is passionate about her students success and works diligently to make sure each student is learning to their full potential.

Adult Education classes are also cancelled for Tuesday, February 13th. Thank you

Due to the snow, school will be closed on Tuesday, February 13th. Enjoy your snow day! Thank you!

Thank you to our AMAZING School Counselors and School Adjustment Counselors for always being there for our students! You make a difference every day!

Due to the snow, school will be closed on Tuesday, January 16th. Enjoy your snow day! Thank you!

Due to the Presidential Primary Election on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 - the 1/2 day that was scheduled for Wednesday, March 13th has changed to Tuesday, March 5th. The 2023-2024 School calendar was created before the State's Primary Election date was released. Please adjust your schedules accordingly.

There will be a 2 hour delay on Monday, January 8, 2024. With the 2 hour delay, plan on arriving at school exactly 2 hours later than normal. Arriving early can delay cleanup and make conditions worse for others. There also will be NO am preschool. Thank you!

Granger School has a 2 hour delay due to a power outage this morning. This 2 hour delay is for Granger School ONLY. Please check our website and Facebook page for any further updates. Thank you!

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Please join the Special Services Department for A Free Workshop for Parents and Professionals. Topic: Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP When: December 14, 2023, 6pm - 8pm Where: Agawam Junior High Library. Guest Speaker: Karen Mowry

Presentation from the community forum for the proposed new high school building. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QNWi-pj5GmITxtS2Jc5Ianx3dLjk1IMB/view?usp=sharing

Agawam High School Building Project Update The “new” Agawam High School building project is moving quickly. Our next community forum will take place on November 27th at 6:00 pm in the Agawam High School Library. Please join us to learn more.. Check out https://agawamhsproject.com for updates about the AHS Building Project

Textile Collection Day AGAWAM VS WEST SPRINGFIELD Agawam Department of Public Works Saturday, November 4th Saturday, December 2nd 10am - 1pm (no appointment needed) Please have all items in boxes or bags. Loose items will not be accepted. Acceptable items: • All cloth items • Clothing (all sizes, styles, ages, and genders) • Bedding and Draperies (NO BED PILLOWS) • Shoes The Town of Agawam is excited to announce its partnership with the Hartsprings Foundation and Town of West Springfield in a friendly competition to collect used unwanted textiles. The community that collects the most textiles in weight will win a $500 donation to a program within their community. The $500 donation will be made out to either the Agawam Municipal Scholarship Fund or West Springfield High’s Terrier Closet Program. A Hartsprings truck will be at the DPW for collection and the driver will help residents transfer donations from their vehicles. Hartsprings Foundation, Inc. is a registered non-profit that collects used goods and through the sale of those goods, financially supports Big Brothers Big Sisters mentoring programs in Massachusetts and Connecticut. www.hartsprings.org

Agawam Food Services is Hiring! Come join our team!

Traffic and School bus alert: Silver St from Doane Ave to Shoemaker Lane will be closed today. Please plan accordingly. Thank you

BUS AND TRAFFIC ALERT Effective Monday October 23, 2023 North St will have closures in specific areas. Please adjust your travel routes accordingly. If you are traveling from Springfield St. up North St. the bus will stop at Colemore St and North St. If you are traveling from North Westfield St to North St the bus will stop at Sylvan St. and North St. Pick up and drop off times may vary daily. If you have any questions or concerns please email Helen Marganti at hmarganti@agawamed.org. Thank you for your understanding and patience.

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Agawam Parent Advisory Council Meeting October 12, 2023 at 5pm Agawam Public Library - Peirce Room 750 Cooper St, Agawam The mission of the Agawam Parent Advisory Council is to facilitate communication and support to the families in our community in matters relative to special education.