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For more information or to register by phone please call Sherri at 508-9985599 ex130
10 days ago, SMEC
Flyer for Allan Blume’s BlumeMethod™ full-day IEP writing workshop offered by the Southeastern Massachusetts Educational Collaborative (SMEC). The workshop provides practical strategies, formulas, sentence starters, and tools to help educators write individualized, clear, consistent, and efficient Massachusetts IEPs. Topics include Present Levels, baseline statements, measurable goals, accommodations and modifications, the service delivery grid, organizing information across academic, behavioral/social-emotional, communication, and additional areas, and maintaining student-centered language. The flyer also highlights the BlumeMethod™ App for gathering and organizing information from multiple team members. The workshop is October 29, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at UMass Dartmouth Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship in Fall River, Massachusetts, and includes lunch. Cost is $250 for SMEC members, $275 for non-members, or $225 for groups of 10 or more. Space is limited. Registration is through Smart PD or by contacting Sherri Tetrault at SMEC.
Guests were invited to saddle up at SMEC's second annual themed summer party this past week. SAIL and ADH participants came together yesterday for a “Last Rodeo” celebration featuring Western-themed decorations and games, karaoke, barbecue and plenty of chances to dance and socialize together.

: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mKAVSHDL7Lh9DHXPLxft-hdlKJe4gGu4/view?usp=sharing
11 days ago, SMEC
Eight women in black T-shirts, blue jeans, and cowboy boots pose together in front of a decorated “WELCOME TO ADH” display. They are wearing cowboy hats, with a large black, orange, and white balloon arrangement overhead. A bulletin board on the left reads “Fun Times At ADH.”
SMEC is Celebrating the Employee August Birthdays and Years of Service!
24 days ago, SMEC
An image with a blue header that reads "AUGUST BIRTHDAY" in white capital letters.
Staff Listing August Years of Service
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For more information or to register by phone please call Sherri at 508-9985599 ex130
28 days ago, SMEC
Promotional flyer for SMEC's Fall Online SEI Endorsement Course on a sage green background with blue and white text. The headline reads, "SMEC SEI Endorsement Fall Online Course." On the right is a photo of a laptop displaying a virtual video conference with multiple participants. The flyer explains that the course prepares Massachusetts teachers with the knowledge and skills to effectively support English Language Learners (ELLs), helping them access curriculum, achieve academic success, and contribute their multilingual and multicultural strengths. Course pricing is listed as $350 for the endorsement course, with an additional $225 for 3 graduate credits. Two course options are available, both meeting 4:30–7:30 PM. One session begins Wednesday, September 2, 2026, and the other begins Monday, September 21, 2026. A blue "Register Now" button appears near the bottom, along with the contact phone number 508-998-5599 ext. 130 and the registration website: https://app.smartedu.net/smec/pd/. The SMEC logo is displayed in the upper right corner.

The ADH members had a wonderful day enjoying a picnic lunch at Loon Pond followed by a special visit to Hallamore Clydesdales in Lakeville!

Everyone had an amazing time getting up close to these majestic horses, learning about them, and experiencing the beauty of these incredible animals. We can’t forget the friendly Golden Retriever who added even more joy to the visit!

A special thank you to the kind and knowledgeable Clydesdale caretakers for sharing their time, stories, and expertise with our members.

What a memorable day filled with smiles, connection, and wonderful experiences!
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about 1 month ago, SMEC
The image contains a collage of three different outdoor scenes featuring groups of people and animals, set against a light blue and green gradient background with a silhouette of running horses at the bottom.Top Left PanelSubject: A person wearing glasses and a grey zip-up hoodie smiles in front of a white stable door.Background: A brown horse looks out through the open top window of the stable.Detail: A red sign above the window reads "COLONEL".Top Right PanelSubject: A person in a pink cardigan and maroon pants bends over to pet a golden retriever dog.Background: Several other people are gathered next to a white passenger van on a paved area.Bottom PanelSubject: Three individuals stand side-by-side outdoors on a sunny day.Details:The person on the left wears a bright red "Froot Loops" t-shirt and red shorts.The person in the middle wears an orange t-shirt and khaki shorts.The person on the right wears a textured blue t-shirt and khaki shorts.Background: A white fenced horse pasture, trees, a wheelbarrow filled with feed, and a green dump truck loaded with dirt or gravel.Decorative BorderBottom Edge: A black silhouette depicts a herd of horses running across a field with scattered clouds and grass details.

Read about the "Night at the Oscars" themed prom.
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https://news.jgpr.net/2026/07/23/southeastern-massachusetts-educational-collaborative-smec-students-attend-night-at-the-oscars-themed-prom/

about 1 month ago, SMEC
Five people are seated around a round table at a banquet or celebration in a community hall, smiling toward the camera while eating pasta and salad. The table is covered with a gold tablecloth and decorated with a lit mason jar centerpiece, white flowers, and small gold accents. A light pink handbag sits in the foreground. One person is dressed in a white shirt, black bow tie, and white cap with a boutonniere, suggesting a special occasion. In the background, other guests mingle and sit at tables, with a small stage featuring gold and blue decorations, a large gold number "6" balloon, and colorful handprint artwork hanging on the wall. The atmosphere is festive and welcoming.
ADH participants enjoyed a memorable visit to see the Portuguese Navy tall ship, Sagres.
about 1 month ago, SMEC
A group of eleven adults poses together outside on a sunny day in front of a large, three-masted tall ship decorated with colorful nautical flags under a clear blue sky.
🌱 The ADH members have been enjoying their time at the Red Oak Garden in Mattapoisett! Working alongside volunteers, they've been learning about gardening, connecting with nature, and building friendships. They've also been participating in meditation sessions, making this a truly rewarding experience. 💚
about 2 months ago, SMEC
An outdoor photo shows two people standing in a sunny garden next to a large plant with broad green leaves. On the left, a person wearing a grey hooded sweatshirt, red shorts, black sneakers, and a grey baseball cap points a yellow and black rubber mallet toward a green plant stake. On the right, a person wearing a blue New England Patriots football jersey, white shorts, and a dark patterned bucket hat holds the green stake with a gloved hand. In the background, a wooden shed with a corrugated roof stands amidst green trees under a clear blue sky.
An outdoor photo shows a person sitting on a small wooden folding chair outside a rustic wooden shed on a sunny day. The person is wearing a grey t-shirt, dark shorts, black sneakers, eyeglasses, and large red and black hearing protection earmuffs. Holding a black rubber mallet with a yellow handle, they are looking down toward the ground near the open door of the shed. Green garden plants, weeds, gravel, and a large barrel planter surround the seating area, with a backdrop of green trees.
An outdoor photo shows a person in a bright red t-shirt, blue and green tie-dye shorts, and white gloves bending down to water leafy green garden plants with a green watering can. To their left stands a tall sunflower plant with a large, blooming brown and yellow flower head and broad green leaves. Another person wearing a red shirt and dark shorts is partially visible on the far left, while additional people stand in the background to the right. The garden bed is set against a backdrop of dense green trees under a clear, sunny sky.
An outdoor photo shows two people working in a lush garden next to a wooden shed on a sunny day. On the right, a man wearing a blue New England Patriots jersey with the number 12, blue shorts, a baseball cap, and white gloves bends over to water small plants with a light-green watering can. On the left, another person in a blue t-shirt and tan shorts stands facing the garden bed, pointing toward the plants. The garden includes various green plants, flowers, cardboard weed barriers on the ground, and tall leafy plants supported by stakes in the background, all set against a backdrop of dense green trees.
An outdoor photo shows three people in a sunny garden surrounding tall green plants. On the left, a person wearing a blue New England Patriots football jersey, white shorts, and a patterned bucket hat looks upward toward a raised mallet. In the center, a man wearing a red t-shirt, dark shorts, and white gloves holds a green plant stake steady. On the right, a person in a grey hooded sweatshirt, red shorts, and a grey baseball cap holds a black and yellow mallet high, hammering the top of a tall green stake into the ground. Lush green trees frame the background under bright sunlight that creates a visible lens flare.

Master the New MA IEP Form in Just One Hour a Week

Join Allan Blume, a renowned expert with over 45 years of experience, for his highly sought-after BlumeMethod™ "IEP-in-an-hour" workshop series.

This 10-PDP series is specifically designed to help Massachusetts educators transition seamlessly to the new MA IEP form. Through six topic-specific Zoom sessions and practical online activities, you will learn to write IEPs that are data-driven, student-centered, and efficient.
Why Attend? Save Hours: Learn proven strategies to streamline your writing process.

Expert Guidance: Get direct insights from Allan Blume on the latest DESE guidance. Earn 10 PDPs: Complete the sessions and activities to receive professional development points. Practical Skills: Focus on "must-know" topics including Baseline Data, Measurable Goals, and Service Delivery Grids.

Schedule (Tuesdays, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM EST):October 6, 13, 20, 27 November 3, 10
Registration & Pricing: SMEC Member Districts or Blume App Members: $250
Non-Member Districts: $275
Groups (10+): $225 per participant

Register Now on Smart PD or call Sherri at 508-998-5599 ex 130 to secure your spot.

about 2 months ago, SMEC
Master the New MA IEP Form in Just One Hour a WeekWriting effective, legally defensible IEPs shouldn't take all night. Join Allan Blume, a renowned expert with over 45 years of experience, for his highly sought-after BlumeMethod™ "IEP-in-an-hour" workshop series.This 10-PDP series is specifically designed to help Massachusetts educators transition seamlessly to the new MA IEP form. Through six topic-specific Zoom sessions and practical online activities, you will learn to write IEPs that are data-driven, student-centered, and efficient.Why Attend?Save Hours: Learn proven strategies to streamline your writing process.Expert Guidance: Get direct insights from Allan Blume on the latest DESE guidance.Earn 10 PDPs: Complete the sessions and activities to receive professional development points.Practical Skills: Focus on "must-know" topics including Baseline Data, Measurable Goals, and Service Delivery Grids.Workshop Schedule (Tuesdays, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM EST):October 6, 13, 20, 27November 3, 10Registration & Pricing:SMEC Member Districts: $250Non-Member Districts: $275Groups (10+): $225 per participant[Button: Register Now on Smart PD]Alternatively, call Sherri at 508-998-5599 ex 130 to secure your spot.
New Bedford Police Department and New Bedford Whaling Museum is offering a Free Admission Day for all New Bedford families! Wednesday July 8th 9am-5pm
about 2 months ago, SMEC
Calling Bedford Families for Free Admission for Whaling Museum July 8th 9am-5pm
SMEC is Celebrating the Employee July Birthdays and Years of Service!
about 2 months ago, SMEC
SMEc is celebrating staff birthdays
SMEC is celebrating the staff work anniversaries
ADH is Celebrating National Pink Day by basking in pink!
2 months ago, SMEC
A group of six people stand side-by-side in an indoor setting next to a large map of the United States. They are dressed in casual, colorful clothing and are smiling for the camera.
The image depicts a diverse group of five young adults standing together in what appears to be a brightly lit recreational room, smiling for a group portrait.
n the center foreground, three women are playfully posed together. One woman, wearing a white graphic t-shirt and blue jeans, leans forward with a wide grin. Another woman in a pink shirt and black pants leans against her, and a third woman in a grey "SBEC" hat and light blue shirt is partially crouched beside them.BackgroundBehind them, five more people stand in a row:On the left: Two women, one in a pink shirt and another in a maroon shirt, are smiling broadly.In the center: A man in a pink checkered button-down shirt and pink novelty glasses has his arms around the women next to him.On the right: A woman in a grey zip-up hoodie and denim shorts stands next to a woman in a matching pink sleeveless top and shorts set.

Happy Juneteenth!

2 months ago, SMEC
Graphic from SMEC (Southeastern Massachusetts Educational Collaborative) celebrating Juneteenth on 19th June. The text reads: "Happy Juneteenth. Celebrate the Day of Freedom. Today, we honor Juneteenth, a day that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States and celebrates freedom, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of equity and justice. We reflect on the value of inclusion, diversity, and respect for all members of our communities. Happy Juneteenth from all of us at SMEC!" The design features a black background bordered by red, yellow, and green paint strokes, with an illustration of three diverse raised fists at the bottom.
🎣 What a great day of hands-on learning at State Pier in Fort Taber!

Our students enjoyed an exciting fishing experience alongside Dave Martins from the Massachusetts Department of Marine Fisheries and Captain Mike Pierdinock. Students learned about local marine life, fishing techniques, and the importance of protecting our coastal resources while spending a beautiful day on the water.

Thank you to Dave and Captain Mike for sharing your knowledge and helping create such a memorable experience for our students! 🌊🐟
2 months ago, SMEC
Captain caught a fish with the student
Teacher and students fishing off the pier
Teacher and students fishing off the pier
Captain and Student fishing and captain has a fish
Teacher helping student with fishing pole

Our students had an unforgettable opportunity to meet a .live bird of prey! Through hands-on exploration and interactive learning, they discovered the unique adaptations that help raptors survive in the wild. They also learned about the difference between birds of prey and other birds. Thank you to Friends of SMEC for funding the field trip

3 months ago, SMEC
Students looking at bones
Student exploring items on table
students in owl face cutouts
Student exploring a tunnel
Presenter explaining the birds
Students listening to the bird presentation
Presenter showing live bird
Students and teachers exploring the birds
Register on Smart PD https://app.smartedu.net/smec/pd/ or call Sherri at 508-9985599 ex 130
3 months ago, SMEC
Picture of Allan Blume and the dates for the next IEP in an hour 6 series session
SMEC is Celebrating the Employee June Birthdays and Years of Service!
3 months ago, SMEC
List of SMEC staff June Birthdays
List of SMEC staff June Years of Service
Register on Smart PD or call Sherri at 508-9985599 ex 130 or email stetrault@smecollaborative.org
3 months ago, SMEC
Picture of online virtual class on Zoom
Touchdown! 🏈 Teamwork, practice and lots of fun in PE class,
3 months ago, SMEC
Student throwing football toward the dracula target
student throwing football toward the dracula target
We’re hiring for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year! 📚✨
Join a team that’s passionate, supportive, and ready to make a difference every day ✏️
🍎 Apply today and help us make the upcoming year the best one yet!
🚀 Check our our Careers page at https://www.smecollaborative.org/o/smec/page/careers
4 months ago, SMEC
SMEC is Hiring and photo of notebook and small stars . The open positions are listed for Special Education Teachers, Paraprofessionals, SLP/SLPA, BCBA, 7D Drivers, Substitute Nurse