Schools
Regional high school students received 22 awards for their artistic achievements in the Boston Globe Scholastic Art contest, including several gold keys, the highest honor. The winners said they find inspiration at school.
A decisive win over Nauset/Cape Tech Saturday afternoon will send the team to the state tournament. They are undefeated in league play. Boys' basketball also qualified.
A reception for the new director of student support services for Martha’s Vineyard Public Schools, Philip Campbell, is scheduled for 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 11.
Wendy Gray's Field and Felt session with Charter School students Saturday included a guest appearance by a ewe from the Allen Farm.
Philip E. Campbell, former director of pupil services in the Auburn schools, took over as the new director for student support services in November. Islandwide, 450 students receive special education services.
On Thursday evening, over 20 parents of children with special needs gathered at the YMCA to learn about the Island Parents Advisory Council, the bylaws that govern its functioning and a plan to get it back on its feet.
