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Holyoke High students describe ‘student summit’ work and national presentation
Summary
Student ambassadors told the School Committee that a one‑time summit became an ongoing program to boost student voice, detailing learning walks, faculty 'fishbowl' sessions and a New Orleans presentation; administrators said they will apply conference lessons to a December follow‑up summit.
Students and staff at Holyoke High School presented a detailed update on the district’s student‑led “student summit,” telling the School Committee on Nov. 3 that the event has evolved from a single convening into a recurring, school‑wide process that informs curriculum and culture.
Samantha, a senior, said the ambassadors meet weekly during a reach block and aim to “create a sense of belonging for all students attending the HHS campus.” Several students described learning walks—student and adult teams that visit classrooms to analyze engagement, reading and writing using the…
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