Latest news with #LibertasAcademyCharterSchool
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Libertas Academy Charter School celebrates first graduating class
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Libertas Academy Charter School celebrated its first graduating senior class on Wednesday. Libertas Academy Charter School enters brand new facility in Springfield Fifty-seven seniors were the first to graduate from the college-prep school that opened its doors in 2017. 87% of the seniors plan to go to college, and many have a full ride. Others plan to go to trade school or enlist in the military. The seniors said they're hoping to keep this legacy alive. 'Because I know it seems like it's the end, it's not,' said Yiselle Pellot, Libertas Academy Charter School Graduate. 'Keep pushing, ask for help. Advocate for yourself and believe in yourself.' Signing Day included a performance from the school band, remarks from students, staff, and faculty. Representative Carlos Gonzales also gave a speech. Family and students told 22News that the school's extracurricular activities will help them to succeed in their future pursuits. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
28-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Community to honor Maureen Neal, wife of Congressman Richard Neal, during funeral service
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The community will come together on Friday to remember the life of Maureen Neal. Libertas Academy Charter School enters brand new facility in Springfield Maureen P. Neal, the wife of U.S. Representative Richard E. Neal, passed away on March 19th at the age of 74 years old. She leaves her husband, and four children, Rory, Brendan, Maura Fitzpatrick, and Sean, as well as ten grandchildren, two sisters, and two brothers. Mrs. Neal was born and raised in Holyoke, graduating from Holyoke High School and the University of Massachusetts. She first worked in the Hampden County District Attorney's office and then became a teacher at St. Joseph's Grammar School and Our Lady of Hope Grammar School. Later in her professional career, she worked for the State Auditor's office and the Springfield Parks Department. The funeral is scheduled for Friday with a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. in Sacred Heart Church, 395 Chestnut Street, Springfield and burial immediately following at Saint Michael's Cemetery on 1601 State Street in Springfield. The City of Springfield Department of Public Works (DPW) announced that drivers should expect traffic disruption/road closures in and around Sacred Heart Church on Chestnut Street, Stafford Street, Congress Street and Everett Street. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
28-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Libertas Academy Charter School Enters Brand New Facility in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held Thursday at Libertas Academy Charter School. There staff, students, and families gathered to celebrate the new opportunities. The ceremony included a performance from the school's drum team. 'Prior to being in this facility, we had very limited facilities. Just classrooms and a very small cafeteria. We have significantly expanded our gymnasium, added two science labs, a dance studio, large cafeteria, conference rooms, and just a lot more space for our students to engage in our college prep curriculum' sats Modesto Montero-Forman, the Founder and executive director of Libertas Academy Charter School. The Academy educates students in sixth through 12 grades. This year they will send off the first graduating class of seniors. The school runs on a lottery system. Those interested have two more opportunities for the fall. One in May and another in June. Families can register in person at the school or click here to learn more. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
25-02-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Libertas Academy unveils new Springfield campus
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Students attending Libertas Academy Charter School will be returning from February break to a new campus. Playworks New England creates safe play recess program at White Street Elementary The new school campus is a state-of-the-art facility, and teachers and administrators took part in the final touches, such as setting up their classrooms. Libertas Academy is now on the corner of Liberty Street in Springfield. The project broke ground in 2020 and is set to open its doors to students over the next three days. 'This building is one additional way to remove barriers,' said middle school principal Yanela Cruz. 'With the mission of not getting kids just to college, but through college.' The new Libertas campus will house middle school and high school students. Students can take advantage of the workout room and the college suite, as well as a hub for counselors to prepare them for their post-grad journey. The full first day of school with everyone on campus is set for next Monday. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
