No school today, as our nation sets aside this day to honor our veterans.

Lenox Public Schools expresses its thanks to all active duty and veterans of military service.
about 13 hours ago, Dr. William Collins
Thank you Veterans

Reminder: Today at 9:30am is the Veterans' Wave Parade

The Parade will proceed from 45 West St (BUTI) to Morris Elementary, where it will turn around at the school proceed back up West Street.

1 day ago, Dr. William Collins
Veterans'  Wave  Parade
THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY!!

Morris and LMMHS put out the call for assistance in helping those among us experiencing food insecurity and, Boy Oh Boy, did the LPS school community step up. The LPS Community responded generously to this call to action overflowing the beds of multiple pickup trucks with Food Drive donations.

For Assistance with Food :
The Food Pantry at the Church on the Hill Chapel (65 Main St. next to Lilac Park) is open Tuesdays and Fridays from 3:30 - 4:30 PM for LPS families. Use the walkway on the right side of the chapel and enter through the side door. No sign up needed. Boxes and bags are available but bringing your own is helpful. Families choose their own shelf-stable pantry items, bakery goods, and fresh produce and dairy.

If you have transportation issues and need delivery, click this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdu2H-RO2OBGLOrNzEVpsQ0HH1wd0eMfxhQgZfYtrMBVrzg3Q/viewform

Additional family meals can be arranged through Morris at this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdmB-0DJ1NyXA9nMEJ-TCTw6OqB3r4iIjkOiOta4vnYle6M6Q/viewform or by emailing czaretsky@lenoxps.org or bpersing@lenoxps.org

Additional family meals can be arranged through LMMHS by emailing: rmeczywor@lenoxps.org or ahiggins@lenoxps.org for information.
2 days ago, Dr. William Collins
Food Drive Morris
Food Drive LMMHS
Food Drive LMMHS
Food Drive Morris
A Great Place to Learn is a Great Place to Work!

Lenox Public Schools is looking for great substitute teachers! Join us at Lenox schools and have the chance to make a real difference.
5 days ago, Dr. William Collins
LPS is hiring substitutes
A Great Place to Learn is a Great Place to Work!
Give where you live and make a life-saving difference close to home.

Why Donate Blood Locally?

When you give blood through Berkshire Health Systems, your donation stays right here in our community. Every pint collected supports patients at Berkshire Medical Center, the Phelps Cancer Center, the North Campus of BMC, and Fairview Hospital. That means your donation could help a neighbor, a student, a friend, or even someone in your own family.

Local donations ensure that our hospitals have the blood they need when they need it. Emergencies don’t wait for shipments from other parts of the state and neither should we. By donating locally, you’re strengthening the safety net for everyone in Berkshire County.

9 days ago, Dr. William Collins
Blood Drive on 11/12/25 in St. Ann's parking lot
LMMHS student, Rose Dupuis, collected 200 pounds of toiletries for the Elizabeth Freeman Center.

"We at EFC were blown away by Rose's initiative and organization. She worked closely with our staff to make sure the products collected matched what our clients really need, and the final result was absolutely amazing. For anyone who would still like to contribute, we can always accept monetary donations through our website at ElizabethFreemanCenter.org/Donate. Our needs are always changing and our storage space is limited, so for those who would like to donate supplies instead, we ask that you email us at Info@ElizabethFreemanCenter.org first so we can coordinate ahead of time."
10 days ago, Dr. William Collins
Elizabeth Freeman Center
Reminder to set your clocks back one hour tonight:
Tonight is the night that we switch back from Daylight Savings Time to Standard Time.
10 days ago, Dr. William Collins
End of Daylight Savings Time
Calling all Veterans and Active Duty Service Members.

This year's Veterans' Wave Parade will begin at the Boston University Tanglewood Institute (BUTI), 45 West Street, Lenox, at 9:30AM on Monday, November 10th.
11 days ago, Dr. William Collins
Veterans'  Wave  Parade flier
🎃 Halloween Safety Tips from Lenox Public Schools

As our students get ready for a fun and spooky Halloween, we want to remind everyone to make safety part of the celebration!

Here are a few simple ways to keep the night safe and enjoyable for all:

For Trick-or-Treaters:

- Walk on sidewalks whenever possible, and cross streets at corners using crosswalks.

- Bring a flashlight or glow stick so drivers can see you.

- Make sure costumes fit properly and don’t drag on the ground.

- Choose costumes and treat bags with reflective tape or bright colors.

- Never enter a stranger’s home or car.

- Travel in groups and stay with a trusted adult if you’re young.

For Drivers:

- Slow down and stay alert; children will be excited and may move unpredictably.

- Take extra care at intersections and driveways.

- Avoid distractions like phones while driving.

For Homeowners:

- Keep walkways well-lit and clear of obstacles.

- Secure pets indoors during trick-or-treat hours.

Let’s make this Halloween full of fun, laughter, and safe adventures.

Have a spook-tacular night, Lenox!
11 days ago, Dr. William Collins
Halloween Safety Tips
Look what was locally sourced this week in the LPS cafeterias!

The parfait is a local honeynut squash and cranberry and the salads at Morris were made from our own hydroponic grown lettuce and all the veggies on the salads were locally grow
11 days ago, Dr. William Collins
Apples
Locally Sourced Food List
Spooky Parfaits
School Grown Hydroponic Lettuce
Sliced fruit
Parfait
Parfaits
Home (school) Baked Halloween Cookies
Locally Sourced Food Salads
The students appreciate the School Bus Drivers getting into the Halloween spirit by dressing as their favorite Sesame Street characters.

So much fun!
11 days ago, Dr. William Collins
Screenshot 2025-10-31 at 11
Cookie Monster, Elmo, & Oscar the Grouch

Don't let a soggy Halloween spoil your fun.

Lenox umbrellas are available for purchase at the School Store.

Email schoolstore@lenoxps.org to order yours today.

11 days ago, Dr. William Collins
Umbrellas available at the school store
🎃 Halloween Safety Tips from Lenox Public Schools

As our students get ready for a fun and spooky Halloween, we want to remind everyone to make safety part of the celebration!

Here are a few simple ways to keep the night safe and enjoyable for all:

For Trick-or-Treaters:

- Walk on sidewalks whenever possible, and cross streets at corners using crosswalks.

- Bring a flashlight or glow stick so drivers can see you.

- Make sure costumes fit properly and don’t drag on the ground.

- Choose costumes and treat bags with reflective tape or bright colors.

- Never enter a stranger’s home or car.

- Travel in groups and stay with a trusted adult if you’re young.

For Drivers:

- Slow down and stay alert; children will be excited and may move unpredictably.

- Take extra care at intersections and driveways.

- Avoid distractions like phones while driving.

For Homeowners:

- Keep walkways well-lit and clear of obstacles.

- Secure pets indoors during trick-or-treat hours.

Let’s make this Halloween full of fun, laughter, and safe adventures.

Have a spook-tacular night, Lenox!
12 days ago, Dr. William Collins
Halloween Safety Tips
Morris students in grades Pre-K to 3 had a special visit from Mr. Bannon’s LMMHS Intro to Theater Class this week.

High school students acted out their version of the story “Spookley the Square Pumpkin” through a puppet show! The students created their own set and puppets.

Morris students enjoyed this play about accepting and embracing others differences and being kind to all.
12 days ago, Dr. William Collins
Morris Puppet Show
Morris Puppet Show
Please join us in extending a warm Lenox Public Schools welcome to our newest featured alum, Michael Pignatelli, Class of 1965!

You can find Michael’s story, along with many others, in our Alumni Corner on the LPS website:
🔗 https://www.lenoxps.org/page/alumni-corner

At the moment, the Class of 1988 leads the leaderboard for the most featured alumni, with a tie for the second most alumni between the Classes of 1965 and 2003.

Want to see your class rise to the top?

Nominate yourself or a classmate using the Alumni Nomination Form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSer54tJYBxZILuTkwB0Pc0Eks6qWZQ9fDDDIbG8W_-xy6SEKA/viewform

Let’s keep celebrating the outstanding accomplishments and community spirit of Lenox graduates past, present, and future!
14 days ago, Dr. William Collins
Michael Pignatelli - featured alum

Let Me Run (4th & 5th Grade Boys) Update:

Let Me Run continues its terrific collaboration with the Boys’ Varsity Cross Country team and Coach Al Najimy. During the latest practice, 4th and 5th graders were paired with their high school mentors for a 30-minute run, followed by a thoughtful discussion about stereotypes such as “girls aren’t good at sports” and “boys shouldn’t cry.” The session wrapped up with seniors sharing their best race-day advice in preparation for the upcoming Let Me Run 5K.

The Varsity Boys represented LMMHS beautifully; they were respectful, engaged, personable, and somehow managing to be cool and funny all at once. If you happen to see them, please give them a well-deserved shoutout!

A big thank-you to Coach Najimy for making time during championship season for this meaningful partnership. We truly appreciate it.

14 days ago, Dr. William Collins
Let Me Run and Boys' Varsity XC Team
Let Me Run and Boys' Varsity XC Team
Let Me Run and Boys' Varsity XC Team
U.S. News & World Report published their 2026 Best Elementary School rankings today.
Morris made the Best Middle Schools in the United States list (again).

Way to go Morris Team!
14 days ago, Dr. William Collins
U.S. New & World Report Best Elementary Schools
U.S. News & World Report published their 2026 Best Middle School rankings today.
Our Middle School made the Best Middle Schools in the United States list (again).

Way to go Middle School Team!
14 days ago, Dr. William Collins
Best Middle Schools

The Morris School Staff was numero "UNO" at the LCC's Trunk or Treat on Friday to the delight of all of the children.

Check out their costumes and decorated vehicle trunk!

15 days ago, Dr. William Collins
Trunk or Treat 2025
Trunk or Treat 2025
Principal Kelley to be honored in Washington D.C.

NAESP is proud to welcome 43 extraordinary school leaders to the 2025 class of NAESP National Distinguished Principals.

Established in 1984, the National Distinguished Principals program recognizes pre-K through grade 8 public school leaders from all across the country. Public school elementary and middle-level principals are nominated by peers in their state, and final selections are made by committees appointed by each of NAESP’s state affiliate offices.

These exemplary school leaders will travel to Washington, D.C., from Oct. 23 – 24, to participate in two days of events that culminate in an awards banquet to honor their accomplishments.

Congratulations Principal Kelley!!
22 days ago, Dr. William Collins
Congratulations to the 2025 Class of NAESP National Distinguished Principals