Giving People Their Flowers: The Purpose Behind Worcester’s Honoring Black Excellence Celebration
Dianne Langford James wants Worcester’s Black leaders to hear what their work means while they are here to receive that recognition. Ahead of a sold-out celebration, she shares why telling their stories matters for the generations coming next.
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Clark and Worcester Schools Sign Agreement to Expand Student and Teacher Opportunities
A new agreement sets out plans for more college pathways, classroom partnerships and teacher training. Clark and Worcester Public Schools have not announced when the proposed new opportunities will be available.
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Greater Worcester Community Foundation Awards $1.47 Million in New Scholarships
The foundation awarded 247 new scholarships to students beginning college this fall and made $494,000 in payments to 241 students already receiving renewable scholarships.
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Worcester Receives $900,000 Grant to Finish Citywide Flood Model
A new state grant will help Worcester complete a model of flood risks, design one nature-based project and continue stormwater education. The city expects the work to run through June 2027.
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Worcester Schools Retain State Rating as Grade 10 MCAS Scores Decline
Worcester Public Schools remains classified as making moderate progress toward state targets. Four elementary schools earned recognition, while grade 10 English and math scores fell and high school chronic absenteeism remained above 34%.
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