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Serve and smash: Jason Hockenberry returns a serve, May 3, 2026.  Photo Courtesy: Santino Scaranuzzo.

Local Players Rally On The Pickleball Courts

Tino Scaranuzzo, Staff Writer | May 15, 2026

Every day, people gather to play pickleball, and today was no different at the Foran High courts in Milford. These kids took advantage of the sunny day to get some exercise and hang out with friends. The fast-growing sport of pickleball combines elements of tennis and badminton as well as ping-pong,...

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In Action: Worcester-Juran helping students in the literacy center, March 13, 2026. Photo courtesy: Tino Scaranuzzo.

Inside the Teaching Journey

A Look Into The Steps of Becoming a Teacher
Tino Scaranuzzo and Jack Laird | April 1, 2026

Choosing to become a teacher is more than picking a job—it is stepping into a role that shapes future generations. The journey requires dedication, education, and real classroom experience. From college courses to student teaching, the path to the front of the classroom is both challenging and rewarding. English...

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Block Day: A graphic of the block day schedule, February 10, 2026. Photo courtesy: Lisa Farrell.

Block Days

A Better Way to Learn or a Bigger Challenge?
Tino Scaranuzzo and Jack Laird | March 4, 2026

Instead of rushing from class to class every 58 minutes, many schools use a block day schedule with longer class periods that meet fewer times a week. This type of schedule can change how students learn and how teachers educate. While block scheduling can allow for deeper lessons, less daily stress,...

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In Action: Einstein teaching students Spanish 2 students, November 14, 2025. Photo courtesy: Jack Laird.

How Learning Another Language Opens New Doors

Tino Scaranuzzo and Jack Laird | December 9, 2025

In today's world, knowing one or more languages is not just a talent; it's a real advantage. Whether someone is trying to connect with different cultures, travel more easily, or find a job, knowing more than one language opens a whole new world of opportunities. According to the American Council on...

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