Drury Recognized Among Nation's Best for College Readiness, Curriculum Excellence

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NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Drury High School has earned national recognition for its academic programs, ranking in the top 20 percent of schools in the U.S. in the U.S. News & World Report's College Readiness Index and the top 15 percent of all U.S. high schools in the College Curriculum Breadth Index.
 
The College Readiness Index highlights schools that have demonstrated success in preparing students for the challenges of higher education.
 
In addition, Drury High School has earned a ranking in the College Curriculum Breadth Index, placing in the top 15 percent of all high schools nationwide. 
 
"We are incredibly proud of our students, staff, and the entire Drury High School community," said Principal Kopala. "These national rankings reflect the hard work, dedication, and passion for excellence that drive our school. We are committed to providing our students with a comprehensive and challenging education that prepares them for success in both higher
education and their future careers."
 
Drury High School offers academic opportunities including Advanced Placement (AP) courses, honors classes, and college-level courses through its Early College partnership with the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA), all of which contribute to its strong college readiness and curriculum breadth. 
 
"The U.S. News & World Report rankings are a testament to Drury High School's focus on academic excellence, and the school's dedication to ensuring every student has the tools and resources necessary for success," Assistant Superintendent Tim Callahan added. 

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Clarksburg Sees One Race for War Memorial Trustee

CLARKSBURG, Mass. — The annual town election is Tuesday, May 13, from noon to 7 p.m. at the Community Center.
 
Mail in ballots/absentee are now available. Application for mail-in ballots must be submitted to the town clerk's office no later than noon on the fifth business day before the election, which is Monday, May 5. 
 
Applications are available on the town website, or call the town clerk at 413-663-8255. Absentee ballots are available until noon May 13.
 
The only contested race on the ballot is a three-year term for War Memorial trustee between incumbent Edward Denault and newcomer Michael Rivers.
 
Seth Lewis Alexander is running unopposed for a three-year term on the Select Board. He ran unsuccessfully for the board last year but was elected a moderator, for which he also is running unopposed.
 
Other offices that are unopposed are Michael Rivers for Board of Health, Richard Bernardi for McCann School Committee, Mary Giron for Clarksburg School Committee and Kyle Hurlbut for tree warden. All of the candidates are incumbents and the offices are three-year terms. 
 
A three-year seat and a five-year seat on the Planning Board have no candidates.
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