HOLYOKE – Marjorie Pagan Robles describes her experience in public high school as “complicated.” She liked learning, she says, but not how or what she was being taught. “Schools often have curriculums that don’t reflect or engage the students they serve yet expect a positive response,” she said. “They fail to promote critical thinking and…

In Springfield Public Schools, we believe that excellence in education is not just a goal—it is a standard that our educators uphold every day. This year, we proudly celebrate 21 outstanding educators who have been named recipients of the 2024 Pioneer Valley Excellence in Teaching Award. These honorees are being recognized not just for their…