Danvers Webinar To Provide Pointers For Remote Learners

Thursday's webinar will give tips on how to stay focused and motivated in front of the computer screen.

Essex Tech To Use $10K Grant To Teach Social Emotional Learning

The state grant will allow the school to train 20 faculty, staff and administrators on the service learning technique.

Essex Tech Raises $16K At Homecoming Gala

The school honored Salem High alumnus and Danvers business owner Brian Cranney for his dedication to the school and its students.

Danvers Moves To Remote Learning Thursday, Suspends Winter Sports

Danvers Public Schools will stay remote until at least Jan. 11 and delay sports until at least Jan. 6 due to coronavirus, staffing concerns.

'Snow Day' No Longer Means Day Off For Danvers Schools

Danvers Public Schools will have a remote learning day in case winter weather prevents being in the classroom.

Essex Tech Receives $1.25 Million Skills Capital Grant

Funds will allow the district to expand programming and equipment available to its day students and the NightHawks Adult Education students.

Danvers YMCA To Offer Winter Break Programs For K-5 Students

The programs include a pajama movie day on Christmas Eve and a New Year's Eve musical party.

Essex North Shore Postpones Homecoming Gala

The school postponed fundraiser and awards night following the decision to go fully remote learning starting Monday due to the coronavirus.

Essex North Shore To Go Fully Remote Learning After Thanksgiving

Superintendent Heidi Riccio announced the "difficult" decision, said the hope is to turn to hybrid learning on Dec. 14.

Danvers Schools Could Have Rapid Coronavirus Testing In December

Danvers Superintendent of Schools Lisa Dana said the state program will add to the district's mitigation efforts.

Danvers High Senior Honored With MASS Superintendent's Award

Student leader and three-sport athlete Catherine Sadie Nemeskal was recently recognized for her accomplishments at Danvers High School.

Danvers Schools To Stay Hybrid Amid Changing Coronavirus Metrics

Within days of going to remote learning under an August agreement with the teachers' union, new state guidelines keep students in classroom.

North Shore Tech Seeks Nominations For Lifetime Achievement Award

Those who have contributed to all iterations of the school are eligible to be nominated for the honor that will be awarded at a remote gala.

Danvers Officials Brace For Coronavirus Surge Impact

Danvers officials say the virus is spreading and could soon affect businesses and schools.

Danvers Student Contest To Promote Inclusion, Human Rights

Students at all Danvers schools are invited to submit bumper sticker designs based on the theme of acceptance.

Danvers Schools To Hold 'Feedback Forums' Amid Reopening Process

The forums will be held in the Danvers High fieldhouse starting Oct. 27.

Danvers Hockey Star Meghan Duggan Announces Retirement

The U.S. Olympic gold medalist announced her retirement after 14 years on the national team Tuesday.

Danvers To Offer Free Flu Shot Clinic At High School

Students must be vaccinated against influenza as of Dec. 31 to take part in both in-person and remote learning this school year.

Essex Tech, Salem Schools Partner With Local Farms

The schools receive produce from the local farms, while Essex Tech is developing learning programs "to grow a pipeline of future farmers."

Danvers Schools Offer Update On Smith School Construction

The time-lapse video shows construction progress on the estimated $83 million elementary school.

Danvers Recreation Expands Remote Learning Option

Danvers Recreation lowers the price and expanded the program to kindergarten to eighth grade.

Getting The Danvers High Band Back Together Again

The 80-member Danvers band is looking forward to practicing together, albeit with coronavirus-related restrictions, once again this fall.

A Plea For Danvers Unity Amid 'Thin Blue Line' Flag Dispute

Town officials, public safety chiefs statement reaffirms support for law enforcement, while pledging to make Danvers welcoming for all.

A New Kind Of Familiar Feeling For Danvers Schools This Fall

Superintendent of Schools Lisa Dana preaches teamwork and patience as the district works through "first days" of school amid a hybrid model.

Essex Tech Faculty Hears Message Of Equality, Diversity

Dr. Adolph Brown delivered a presentation to all 250 staff members at the conclusion of their professional development on Friday.

Essex Tech To Use $79K In Grants To Strengthen Support Programs

The state grant will allow the Danvers school to initiate a new disciplinary philosophy and promote substance-use education as prevention.

Danvers School Committee Requests Audit Of Student Behavior

School Committee Chair David Thomson said reports of racist statements being made in schools and revealed on social media must be addressed.

Danvers Teachers, Parents Hold Dueling Protests

As teachers gathered to call for a remote start to school year, parents urged the Danvers school committee to stick with a hybrid model.

Danvers School Board Will Address Racist Social Media Posts

Danvers school administrators sent a note to parents and students this month about troubling "communications among certain students."

Danvers Approves Hybrid School Reopening Plan

Most Danvers students will go to school two days per week and attend classes remotely three per week when school starts Sept. 16.

Danvers Teachers Want Remote Start To School Year

The union representing Danvers teachers was one of 30 teachers' unions signing a letter calling for distance learning in September.

Danvers High School Announces 2020 Commencement

Danvers High School will hold the 2020 Commencement at 8:30 AM on Saturday, August 1, 2020 at J. Ellison Morse Field at Dr. Deering Stadium.

Danvers Schools Will Ask State To Reimburse PPE Costs

Facing costs as much as $56,000 per week, the Danvers School Committee will consider a resolution calling for state aide.

Danvers Schools May Need To Spend $56,000 Per Week On PPE

The state education department gave Massachusetts school districts cost estimates for the equipment they will need to reopen in the fall.

Essex Tech Senior Receives Walter J. Markham Award

Henry Jacques, a Gloucester senior at Essex Tech, was awarded the Walter J. Markham Award.

Salute Your 2020 Danvers Grad On Patch With Photos, Messages

They might not have a traditional graduation ceremony this year, but they've worked hard to get to this point. Here's to the class of 2020!

Essex Tech Names Valedictorian, Salutatorian

Both will give speeches at the school’s rescheduled commencement ceremony in August.

Danvers Won't Pay Spring Sports Coaches

The decision was made by the school district's administration and the plan to not pay coaches was not brought to the school committee.

Danvers Coronavirus: School System Plans August Graduation

The school committee is scheduled to meet May 11 and will likely discuss graduation ceremonies for Danvers High School.

Essex Tech Staff Deliver Signs Of Encouragement To Seniors

"We recognize this is a tough time for our graduating seniors," Superintendent Riccio said.