Ninth grade students had a busy few days visiting Nantucket where they were hosted by the Maria Mitchell Association, a marine biology and astronomy research and education center. Executive Director (and former Academy parent!) Dave Gagnon shared information about the organization’s work and island history to give context to their visit. Students visited the Nantucket […]

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8th graders spent three days contemplating the natural world, the relationship between the individual and the collective, and the role and function of government (among other things!). We spent time at landmarks precious to Henry David Thoreau—including the rare opportunity to spend the night at his birthplace and family home—before heading to the Edward M. Kennedy […]

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Students in grades 6 and 7 grade explored local sources of energy with visits to the Holyoke Dam, Berkshire East, and Northfield Mountain.

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          Last Friday was Community Service Day at The Academy! Our students and teachers braved the cool, wet weather and spent the day helping others. Each year we dedicate a full day to honor The Academy’s founders and their commitment to both community and service. In Shelburne Falls our teams did […]

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As a project in their Civics class, the 8th grade staged a mock trial in which groups prosecuted and defended a charge of vehicular manslaughter, allegedly involving texting while driving. While both sides presented strong cases, a mistrial was declared. Thanks to attorney Paul Rudof (P23, 24) for arranging for a legal professional to serve […]

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In their Biology lab, 9th grade students created a timeline of human origins based on observations and data about fossil specimens.

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Spanish I students had a lesson on foods and beverages, along with adjectives of quantity and study of the comparative. They tasted papaya, mango, and the juices from sugar cane, coconut, pineapple and grapefruit. Spanish II students also reaped the benefits from the Spanish I class.

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On Monday, the JV team lost a very close game against the Hartsbrook Girls team. The game was competitive and could have gone either way the whole time. Sam R played amazingly as handler, both throwing and getting open very consistently. Nick F flew on defense, making some amazing plays. Kathleen S did a great […]

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On Tuesday, Academy Ultimate teams took on PVCICS. The Academy middle school team defeated the PVCICS middle school team 13-5 at home, while the JV team lost their game to the very physical PVCICS high school team, 12-4. Juliet C played fantastically as a handler helping others get out of tight spots. Lane M worked […]

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