Blackstone Valley Education Foundation

06/11/2026

Free Summer Opportunity for Milford and Northbridge High School Students

BVEF is excited to share the Math Momentum Studio Summer Camp Program, a free hands-on tutoring and enrichment program designed to help students strengthen math skills, build confidence, and connect learning to real-world career pathways.

Students will receive targeted math support and apply their learning through capstone projects connected to authentic challenges. The program will also feature guest speakers from math-based careers, including engineering, biotech, finance, and more, helping students see how math is used in the workforce.

Scan the QR code on the flyer to RSVP.

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05/31/2026

Today is a milestone moment for the Blackstone Valley Youth Leadership Academy as our cohort gathers for their Culmination Ceremony. We are moved by the thoughtfulness, dedication, and vision our young leaders are bringing to their growth journeys and community impact projects. The future is in good hands - and we couldn’t be more proud.

04/30/2026

Thank you to everyone who helped make Arts in the Valley 2026 such a special celebration of student creativity.

We are grateful to the students, educators, families, partners, supporters, and attendees who made our 20th annual showcase so meaningful. Your presence, encouragement, and support helped shine a light on the incredible talent and artistic expression of young people across our region.

We’re also thankful to our partners, including ValleyCAST and Open Sky, for helping make this event possible.

More photos from the event can be found on our website: www.bveducationfoundation.org/aiv

Thank you for celebrating the power of arts education with us. Stay tuned for more details about a special March 2027 showcase at Hopkinton Center for the Arts, where this year’s award-winning artwork will be featured.

04/13/2026

BVEF was proud to be part of WPI’s STEM Education Showcase, sharing how our ExGen program and Career-Connected Teacher Program are bridging the gap between classroom learning and the world of work. Both programs help K–12 educators connect with real industries and bring that experience back to their students in meaningful ways.

A huge thank you to and the Central MA STEM Network for their continued partnership and for creating spaces where these important conversations can happen. It truly takes a community to prepare students for the future!

Learn more at bveducationfoundation.org/exgen

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04/02/2026

Celebrate 20 years of student creativity with the Blackstone Valley Education Foundation! Join us for Arts in the Valley Opening Night at ValleyCAST! in Whitinsville on April 24 from 5–8 PM. Enjoy an early look at this year’s exhibit and connect with students, families, educators, artists, and community supporters. See you there!

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This spring, Blackstone Valley Education Foundation will launch the 20th annual Arts in the Valley with a special Opening Night gathering at ValleyCAST! in Whitinsville on April 24 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM. The evening will bring together students, families, educators, artists, and community supporters....

03/30/2026

We extend our congratulations to Kane Gagne!
Kane was selected as the NMS representative to the Blackstone Valley Youth Leadership Academy. Last Thursday evening, Kane participated in the STEAM Unfiltered Conference hosted at Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Worcester. STEAM Unfiltered is a student-led initiative of the Blackstone Valley Education Foundation in partnership with Worcester Polytechnic Institute. The event brings middle school students face-to-face with professionals working in real-world STEAM careers—science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. Designed to amplify student voice, the conference empowers students not only to explore STEAM pathways but also to lead meaningful conversations with experts in the field.
🎉 Congratulations, Kane, on this outstanding opportunity and for representing NMS so well!

03/30/2026

Big news! The Blackstone Valley Education Foundation has received a $10,000 matching grant from the Esler Family Foundation via the Greater Worcester Community Foundation’s Inspiring Generosity Match Fund. This support fuels future-focused learning opportunities for students and educators across our region, and your support doubles its impact. Read more and join us in making a difference: https://wix.to/Z2uA7Kn

The Blackstone Valley Education Foundation is proud to share that we have been awarded a $10,000 matching grant from the Esler Family Foundation through the Greater Worcester Community Foundation’s Inspiring Generosity Match Fund.This award is a meaningful investment in BVEF’s mission and an enc...

03/18/2026

“I’ve found a new interest in the biomedical field.”

That’s a middle schooler after attending STEAM Unfiltered, a student-organized event built to inspire the next generation of innovators.

93% of attendees left interested in STEAM. 92% plan to get more involved. And we are 100% proud of what our BVYLA students built!

Thank you to WPI, the Central Mass STEM Network, and every speaker and presenter who showed up for our students.

Programs like STEAM Unfiltered are made possible by the generosity of donors like you. A gift to BVEF helps us keep creating opportunities that connect students to real-world skills, industry professionals, and futures they never knew were possible. Click below to make a gift today!

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02/27/2026

One week left to register your 5–8th graders for STEAM Unfiltered.

This student-planned conference, created by BVYLA middle school leaders, brings hands-on STEAM workshops and inspiring speakers from real STEAM careers together in one energizing day.

Bonus: Students who attend will be entered into a raffle for free tickets to visit the Ecotarium.

Register today and share with families who would love a hands-on STEAM experience for their middle schooler.

02/20/2026

Registration is open for STEAM Unfiltered, a hands-on conference for grades 5–8 planned by BVYLA middle school students. Join us for workshops and talks led by STEAM professionals. Details and registration at www.bveducationfoundation.org/STEAMunfiltered