You’re Invited to the Agawam MultiCultural Festival!
Join us for a vibrant celebration of the many languages and cultures that make Agawam such a unique and beautiful community!
Date: May 17th, 2025
Rain Date: (May 18th, 2025)
Time: 12-5
Location: 418 Corey Street, Agawam, MA 01001
Come enjoy a day filled with:
• Live Music & Performances
• Delicious Food from Around the World
• Face Painting & Balloon Art
• Henna Art
• Cultural Fashion Show
• A Ride on the Park Train (Sponsored by the Agawam Cultural Council!)
• Rock painting with AGAWAM ROCKS!
• And Much More!
Each language will have its own table where you can learn about different cultures, traditions, and of course—languages! Visitors will receive a passport to collect stamps from each language table—visit them all and experience the world without leaving Agawam!
Plus, meet our amazing community service providers and learn about resources available to you and your family.
This is a FREE, family-friendly event. Don’t miss this celebration of diversity, unity, and community spirit!
Spread the word and bring your friends!
Join AHS Students in the Diversity Club for the movie screening of Race To Be Human!
ATTENTION!!!!!!!!!
Any Parent or Representative of a child living in Agawam, MA who is homeschooled. Please join us on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 4 pm for a Virtual Homeschool Meet-Up. Please see the attached flyer for more information.
Year End Reminders
Did you know?
Recycling videos and literature are available in a variety of languages on the town website. Visit agawam.ma.us/621/Multilingual-Literature
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week - Day 5
STEM Educator of the Year - 2025
On Wednesday, May 7th, 2025 the Massachusetts STEM Teacher of the Year for Massachusetts was announced at Gillette Stadium at the Massachusetts STEM Summit. As part of honoring the teacher of the year, The New England Patriots committed a $5,000 grant to the winner’s school for STEM-related uses. The goal of the program is to recognize and honor a Massachusetts STEM teacher making significant contributions to STEM education and to promote the impact that educator is making in the field.
This year’s co-winner of STEM Teacher of the Year is Mrs. Tammy Rumplik, STEM teacher at Doering School. Mrs. Rumplik started her career in Agawam Public Schools as a paraprofessional in April, 1997 and as a Full Time Teacher in September, 1999. She transferred from a science teacher at Granger/Clark to STEM teacher at Doering in December 2021.
Congratulations, Mrs. Rumplik!
Congratulations to our 2025 Pioneer Valley Excellence in Teaching Award winners Such a great night celebrating our winners at the Log Cabin last night - Kimberly Smith, Jonathan Hagopian, Lauren Cousineau and John Viens.
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week - Day 4
Happy Nurse's Appreciation Week!
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week - Day 3
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week - Day 2
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!
Happy School Lunch Hero Day to our Lunch Heroes in Agawam! Find your squad and give them a LIKE!
ATTENTION: ROAD - - CLOSURE STARTING MAY 5, 2025 UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
North Westfield St will be closed going North after Provin Mt Dr. In addition, coming South on North Westfield St will be closed after Parkedge Dr. Due to this closure, the buses will be running late.
Thank you for any inconvenience that this may cause. Please plan accordingly.
Happy Administrative Professionals Day!
Congratulations to Mel Gaynor!
Each year, SNA of MA (School Nutrition Association of Massachusetts) celebrates and recognizes school nutrition professionals who work everyday to ensure our students are well nourished and prepared for success. This years Manager of the Year for Massachusetts was awarded to Mel Gaynor, Cafeteria Manager at the Junior High School. Mel believes in teamwork, compassion, and a culture of continuous learning. By recognizing her staff's unique talents, as well as providing a safe learning environment, Mel has fostered a positive cafeteria environment for all of our students. In her words, our team not only works together, we grow together. Mel leads by example creating a safe space for students and staff alike where excellence is expected however mistakes are respected and corrected.
Happy National Crossing Guard Appreciation Day!
Register at tinyurl.com/49d27u69 to join APS mental health partner Cartwheel and Janine Halloran, LMHC for a webinar which provides practical tips to parents and caregivers on how to help kids and teens cope with big feelings. Janine will provide helpful tips and strategies you can teach your kids (and yourself) for noticing, welcoming, and neutralizing big emotions before they take over the household. Attend this webinar if you are hopeful for more peace and patience and less arguing in your home.
