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SUMMARY:Recognition Ceremony for Holyoke Educators
DESCRIPTION:Mayor Joshua Garcia and state representatives honor the work of two Holyoke educators. \nWistariahurst is joining thousands of schools and organizations across the country to celebrate Civic Learning Week\, March 9–15. This event will kick off a series of upcoming events about our civic rights and responsibilities this year of celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States. \nCivic education is essential to ensuring each and every person across this country is equipped with the necessary tools to engage as members of our self-governing society. \nThis Recognition Ceremony will honor the work of Holyoke educators Vanessa Martínez and Nicolas Cream. \nVanessa Martínez\, professor of anthropology at Holyoke Community College has taken the following steps to prioritize civic learning. Martínez encourages students to get involved in and advocate for their communities. Her academic work is rooted in cultural humility and teaches students how they can learn more about community \norganizations and use their skills to raise awareness and fundraise for community needs. \nNicholas Cream\, Ethnic Studies and history teacher at Dean Technical High School and president of the Holyoke Teachers Association has also encouraged civic learning and participation. Throughout his career\, Cream has taught his students about the importance of civic engagement. He has also advocated for teachers in his community\, striving to improve education in Holyoke. \nVisit Wistariahurst Museum on Monday\, March 9th at 10:30am to join local and state representatives in honoring these accomplished educators. \nWistariahurst se une a miles de escuelas y organizaciones de todo el país para celebrar la Semana del Aprendizaje Cívico\, del 9 al 15 de marzo. Este evento dará inicio a una serie de actividades sobre nuestros derechos y responsabilidades cívicas en este año en que se celebra el 250 aniversario de los Estados Unidos.La educación cívica es esencial para garantizar que todas y cada una de las personas de este país cuenten con las herramientas necesarias para participar como miembros de nuestra sociedad autónoma. \nVanessa Martínez\, profesora de antropología en el Holyoke Community College\, ha tomado las siguientes medidas para dar prioridad al aprendizaje cívico. Martínez anima a los estudiantes a involucrarse y defender sus comunidades. Su trabajo académico se basa en la humildad cultural y enseña a los estudiantes cómo pueden aprender más sobre las organizaciones comunitarias y utilizar sus habilidades para crear conciencia y recaudar fondos para las necesidades de la comunidad. \nNicholas Cream\, profesor de Estudios Étnicos e Historia en la Escuela Técnica Dean y presidente de la Asociación de Profesores de Holyoke\, también ha fomentado el aprendizaje y la participación cívicos. A lo largo de su carrera\, Cream ha enseñado a sus alumnos la importancia del compromiso cívico. También ha defendido a los profesores de su comunidad\, esforzándose por mejorar la educación en Holyoke. \nVisite el Museo Wistariahurst el lunes 9 de marzo a las 10:30 a. m. para unirse a los representantes locales y estatales en el homenaje a estos destacados educadores.
URL:https://www.exploreholyoke.com/event/recognition-ceremony-for-holyoke-educators/
LOCATION:Wistariahurst\, 238 Cabot Street\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040\, United States
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SUMMARY:High School Rowing - New Rowers Welcome
DESCRIPTION:Spring High School Rowing at Holyoke Rows\nHigh school students (Grades 9–12) are invited to join our High School Competitive Crew and be part of something powerful. Train after school with dedicated coaches\, build strength and endurance\, and develop the teamwork and confidence it takes to compete at regattas across New England. \nNo rowing experience? No problem. Whether you’re brand new or ready to race\, Holyoke Rows is a welcoming program where athletes grow on and off the water. We’re building a strong\, competitive team—and a community—that represents Holyoke with pride. \nOpen to all area high school students. Free for students from Holyoke\, Chicopee & Springfield. \nLearn. Grow. Compete. Come row with us and help put Holyoke rowing on the map. \nSeason begins Monday March 9th. Call 413-320-3134 for more info
URL:https://www.exploreholyoke.com/event/high-school-rowing-new-rowers-welcome-2/2026-03-09/
LOCATION:Holyoke Rows\, 25 Jones Ferry Rd\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040\, United States
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