“The main reason I chose ‘progressive’ Northampton over other neighboring towns was due the reputation of its excellent public schools. Public schools are one of the remaining, significant hopes to save society. By blending children from diverse economic, racial and social backgrounds with each other, we can prevent ‘othering,’ racism and a culture of hate.”

Read Shelly Berkowitz’s Letter to the Editor here:
https://www.gazettenet.com/Letter-to-the-editor-55447814