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A New Year, A Shared Purpose
Earlier this week, nearly 1,000 Chicopee Public Schools educators and staff came together for our 2026–2027 Convocation day as we officially launched a new school year centered around a powerful theme: “Every Student Can Learn—We Make it Possible.”
At the heart of our work is a simple but important belief: every student deserves educational experiences that are inspiring, purposeful and relevant to their lives. As educators, we have the opportunity—and the responsibility—to help remove barriers, create opportunities and support every student as they learn, grow and reach their full potential.
Our Strategic Plan continues to guide that work through its four core values: Respect, Joy, Belonging and Growth. Together, they remind us to create schools and classrooms where every student is valued, supported and empowered to succeed.
We were honored to welcome keynote speaker Marlon Styles Jr., whose message challenged and inspired our educators to reflect on the power they have to create meaningful learning experiences and lasting connections with students. One question in particular resonated throughout the day: Who was the student that made you fall in love with being in education? It was a powerful reminder of why we do this work and of the lasting impact that educators can have on the lives of their students.
Thank you to Superintendent Dr. Marcus Ware, Mayor John Vieau, our MCs Daisy Roman Davis and Andrew Lamothe, our Chicopee High School Air Force Junior ROTC Color Guard, Sydney Benoit for her beautiful performance of the National Anthem, and everyone who helped make the day possible behind the scenes.
As our students returned to classrooms yesterday and the new school year officially got underway, we carry forward the energy and inspiration from Convocation with a shared commitment to doing what is best for our students—because every student can learn, and together, we make it possible.
Although we couldn't all visit every school, we hope everyone had a great first day across the district!
Today, Chicopee Public Schools welcomed students back to classrooms across the district as we officially kicked off the 2026–2027 school year. From familiar faces reconnecting to new students beginning their journey, it was a day filled with excitement and new beginnings.
Here’s to a great year ahead!
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