The Community Classroom in the News

The Reminder Article

Date: July 15, 2024

The Reminder Article

“Community Classroom begins another chapter with new Maple Street location in Northampton”

‘After four years of offering invaluable academic support to students, caregivers and community members in the area at their 29 N. Maple St. location, The Community Classroom is ready to begin a new chapter in a new location within the historic Parsons Block.

Megan Allen, the chief learning coordinator and founder of The Community Classroom, told Reminder Publishing at the new space, which is located at 88 Maple St., that the classroom outgrew their old location a couple of years ago, so it made sense to make the move.

She expressed jubilation for planting the classroom in a location that is flanked by other staple businesses in the Parsons Block area, like Zen Frog Coffee, the café that sits right next door.

“I wanted to be a part of the movement going on in Florence,” Allen said, as one of the reasons for moving. “I like being a part of Parsons Block in particular, considering its place in its history of Florence.”

The Community Classroom will continue to offer its blend of academic coaching, parent services, online and in-person tutoring, and other programs, but the new location provides double the number of tutoring stations and “innovative” amenities, like a homework bar, booth seating and comfortable floor seating.

Allen said a lot of the new amenities were created in consultation with clients who shared what they wanted to see in the new space.

“We believe strongly in student-teacher collaboration,” Allen said. “So, for example, instead of having chairs across from each other, which kind of represents a power dynamic, the booths provide side-by-side learning, so the students and teachers are working together.”’

Read the full article here.

Hampshire Gazette Article

Date: August 19, 2022

Hampshire Gazette Article

“A Space Dedicated to Student Success”

On an unshaded corner of North Maple Street, the Community Classroom, with its technicolor trappings and interactive hardware, offers pint-sized pedestrians some intellectual reprieve from the sweltering summer heat.

The Little Free Math Library outside, a sidewalk treasure-trove stuffed with math games for numbers-inclined kids, stalls curious neighbors and brings families through the door.

Some parents, explained Community Classroom founder Megan Allen, come to the classroom searching for an afterschool challenge for their high-achieving, accelerated learners; other families turn to private tutoring to supplement homeschooling, or for help catching up after falling behind, or for an extra edge on standardized tests, like the SAT and other college admissions exams.

But the school’s soft-spot, said Allen, who opened the classroom’s doors in 2020 after High Five Books vacated the 29 North Maple St location, is “helping girls fall back in love with math and feel empowered to take ownership of their learning.”

Read the full article here.

Mass Appeal Interview

Date: June 10, 2022

WWLP News Channel 22 Mass Appeal Interview:

WET(!) Summer Games That are Hidden Learning Fun

There are a few things parents try to do for their kids over the summer… keep them busy, learning, and having fun. Doctor Megan Allen, owner of The Community Classroom is here with us this morning, along with a student, Thea Piziali. Both of them are showing us some outdoor math games.
Watch the video below.

Mass Appeal Interview

Date: June 10, 2022

WWLP News Channel 22 Mass Appeal Interview:

Summer Games That are Hidden Learning Fun

There are a few things parents try to do for their kids over the summer… keep them busy, learning, and having fun. Doctor Megan Allen, owner of The Community Classroom is here with us this morning, along with a student, Thea Piziali. Both of them are showing us some outdoor math games.
Watch the video below.

WHMP Western Mass Business Show Interview

Date: February 15, 2022

WHMP Western Mass Business Show Interview:

Highlighting the Women Who Run Florence

Dr. Megan Allen, NBCT, and Tiffany Chapman were interviewed on WHMP’s Western Mass Business Show to discuss The Resilient Project, their businesses, and the upcoming ribbon cutting and launch party for the Little Free Math Library. Listen to the interview here

 

Mass Appeal Interview

Date: February 9, 2022

WWLP News Channel 22 Mass Appeal Interview:

Celebrating Black, Female STEM Excellence

February is of course Black History Month and this coming Friday the 11th, happens to be both National Inventors Day AND Girls and Women in Science Day. So Mass Appeal asked Dr. Megan Allen from The Community Classroom, to come celebrate all of that at once!
Watch the video below.

 

 

Mass Appeal Interview

Date: February 9, 2022

WWLP News Channel 22 Mass Appeal: Valentine’s Day STEM Activities to Get Your Heart Racing

If you are looking for some family-friendly way to celebrate Valentine’s Day and teach your kids a little math and science at the same time, look no further! Dr. Megan Allen from The Community Classroom was on Mass Appeal here to show us a few fun and educational activities you can do at home!

Oh and these can also be used a fun twist on date night with your partner!

 

Northampton Live Interview

Date: January 24, 2022

Northampton Live Interview

Founder of The Community Classroom, Dr. Megan Allen, was interviewed for Northampton Live.
Read the article here

 

 

Mass Appeal: WWLP Channel 22 and CW Interview

Date: January 19, 2022

Mass Appeal Segment:

Why Does Popcorn Pop?

Founder of The Community Classroom, Dr. Megan Allen, was interviewed live in the studio of WWLP.
Watch the segment

Read the accompanying article here with more activities to celebrate National Popcorn Day with your kids or class.

 

 

Mass Appeal: WWLP Channel 22 and CW Interview

Date: December 20, 2021

Mass Appeal Segment:

Ways to Keep Your Kids Active in Winter

Founder of The Community Classroom, Dr. Megan Allen, was interviewed live in the studio of WWLP.

Read the accompanying article here with materials and directions to try at home.

Mass Appeal: WWLP Channel 22 and CW Interview

Date: December 20, 2021

Mass Appeal Segment:

Use The Winter Solstice To Have Fun With Your Kids

Founder of The Community Classroom, Dr. Megan Allen, was interviewed live in the studio of WWLP.

Read the accompanying article here

Mass Appeal: WWLP Channel 22 and CW Interview

Date: November 8, 2021

Mass Appeal Segment:

Thanksgiving STEM Activities

Founder of The Community Classroom, Dr. Megan Allen, was interviewed live in the studio of WWLP.
Watch the segment

Read the accompanying article here

Mass Appeal: WWLP Channel 22 and CW Interview

Date: October 19, 2021

Mass Appeal Segment:

Good Questions to Ask During Your Parent-Teacher Conferences

Founder of The Community Classroom, Dr. Megan Allen, was interviewed live in the studio of WWLP.

Read the accompanying article here with more tips for parents and caregivers on how to navigate your parent-teacher conference like a professional.

Mass Appeal: WWLP Channel 22 and CW Interview

Date: July 19, 2021

Mass Appeal Segment:

Making Math Fun to Improve STEM Education

Founder of The Community Classroom, Dr. Megan Allen, and 12-year-old Community Classroom client, Lainey Carey, were interviewed live in the studio of WWLP.

Read the accompanying article here with more tips for parents and caregivers on how to NOT give your daughter math anxiety.

 

Mass Appeal: WWLP Channel 22 and CW Interview

Date: June 7, 2021

Mass Appeal Local News Segment

Founder of The Community Classroom, Dr. Megan Allen, was interviewed for this segment on Learning While Having Fun This Summer.
Watch the segment

Read the accompanying article here with printable directions for each activity.

Northampton Living Magazine

Date: June 3, 2021

Northampton Living Magazine: Resident Feature

Founder of The Community Classroom, Dr. Megan Allen, was the resident feature for the June edition of the magazine. TheCommunityClassroom_InTheNews_ResidentFeature_NorthamtponLiving1 TheCommunityClassroom_InTheNews_ResidentFeature_NorthamtponLiving2 TheCommunityClassroom_InTheNews_ResidentFeature_NorthamtponLiving3

The Hampshire Gazette

Date: April 14, 2021

The Hampshire Gazette Photo Story

This brief piece and photo showcase one of the Strolling Mathematicians, eight-year-old Juliet Merritt, participating in the Northampton Interactive Math Walk on April 13.
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Mass Appeal: WWLP Channel 22 and CW Interview

Date: April 9, 2021

Mass Appeal Local News Interview

Founder of The Community Classroom, Dr. Megan Allen, was interviewed for this segment on the April 13th Northampton Interactive Math Walk.
Watch the segment

Huffington Post

Date: February 16, 2021

It’s OK If Your Kid Doesn’t Learn To Read This Year

Founder of The Community Classroom, Dr. Megan Allen, interviewed for this article.
READ THE ARTICLE

Culture Feed

Date: January 6th, 2021

Creating a Culture of Community with Families

Founder of The Community Classroom, Dr. Megan Allen, participates in a panel discussion on the role families play in teachers everyday.
Watch The Video

Huffington Post

Date: September 16th, 2020

7 Ways To Get Kids To Actually Pay Attention During Remote Learning

Founder of The Community Classroom, Dr. Megan Allen, interviewed for this article.
READ THE ARTICLE

Washington Post

Date: August 6th, 2020

How parents can mentally prepare themselves for a school year like no other

Founder of The Community Classroom, Dr. Megan Allen, interviewed for this article.
READ THE ARTICLE

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