News and Happenings
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We invite you to check out our calendar, read stories about our students working hard and enjoying their years at OSS, and learn about the people involved in the School. Through news articles, publications, and videos, you will gain deeper understanding of our Core Values of Excellence, Civic Engagement, Community, and Leadership and how they are incorporated into all that we do.
In the News
“Our Sisters’ School lit up Buttonwood Park with their art. Here’s why.” Matthew Ferreira, The Standard Times, March 7, 2024 Funded by NB Creative’s Art is Everywhere grant, OSS partnered with the Friends of Buttonwood, New Bedford Parks & Rec, and New Bedford Research & Robotics to create their “Community Lights the World” art installation at Buttonwood Park.
“Relishing the Pause: Reflections from a Collective Imagination for Spatial Justice Journey” Iva Brito, Tobey Eugenio, Kristin McCullin, and Emma York, New England Foundation for the Arts, August 8, 2023 The Collective Imagination for Spatial Justice (CISJ) cohort holds “Restival” at the Allen C. Haskell Public Gardens in New Bedford, MA.
“High fashion goes high tech in downtown New Bedford”
Matthew Ferreira, The Standard Times, February 21, 2023
Students at Our Sisters' School 'inspired' during trip to see robotic design in action.
“STEAM the Streets looks to help youth realize career options with new app” Matthew Ferreira, The Standard Times, December 20, 2022 New Bedford-based youth organization says app designed to stir interest in STEAM careers; partnership with NOAA will add marine science perspective. The organization, Steam the Streets, was co-founded by OSS instructor, Angel Diaz.
“Our Sisters' School students present 'Women's Work' inspired self-portraits” Matthew Ferreira, SouthCoast Today, October 18, 2022 The OSS self-portrait series consists of photography inspired by the “Women’s Work” exhibit from all 72 students, grades 5-8. They explored ways to express themselves through self-portraits after viewing the “Women’s Work” exhibit displayed at the School.
“Dream Makers Market is serious business for these SouthCoast youth” Matthew Ferreira, The Standard Times, July 22, 2022 Our Sisters’ School participated in the first ever Youth Vendors Market in collaboration with Buy Black NB, Junior Achievement of Southern Massachusetts and EforAll South Coast.
“Girls and Middle School- What You Need to Know” Women’s Foundation of Boston, May19, 2022 Our Sisters’ School empowers students like Keishary to step into the future with valuable life skills and a mindset of achievement and excellence.
“Full STEAM Ahead” Ron Fortier, SouthCoast Insider, January 5, 2022 OSS is helping to close the STEM gap by providing students with resources and opportunities to explore the world of STEAM.
“Creative Suite Director, Tobey Eugenio being interviewed on SouthCoast Artist Index Podcast”
Ron Fortier, SouthCoast Artist Index December 21, 2021 The Artists Index podcasts offer up close and personal conversations with the makers, performers, supporters and cultural impresarios of this remarkable creative community.
“New Bedford’s Our Sisters’ School Shines in International STEM Competition” Michael Silvia, New Bedford Guide, July 29, 2021 A team of student inventors from OSS was chosen as a “Grand School Winner” and winner of the “Inventor Spirit Award” in the 2021 Great Passport to STEM Challenge, organized by Greenlight for Girls and the U.S. Embassy in Belgium.
“Women helping women: Our Sisters' School's STEAM curriculum challenges stereotypes” Kerri Tallman, SouthCoast Today, June 23, 2021 OSS is embracing STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) and is making great strides with a robotics club, Outdoor Classroom, greenhouse, STEAM Lab, and other innovative approaches to learning.
“Our Sisters’ School receives grant to expand educational programs” Dartmouth Week, June 14, 2021 OSS receives a generous grant from the Women’s Foundation of Boston to support economic, leadership and educational initiatives that aim to advance opportunities for women and girls.
“Find the tuition free education your daughter deserves, at Our Sisters’ School” Leo Monteiro, New Bedford Guide, May 17, 2021 Find out why OSS is an exciting option for education in New Bedford.
“OSS at 10: Polishing the Jewel”
Carissa Wills-DeMello, SouthCoast Today, March 30, 2018
Read about the incredible ten-year journey of OSS, from a mere idea to a school with lasting impact.
“Strength of Sisters”
Ashley Lessa, SouthCoast Insider, January 20, 2018
You wouldn’t expect students to sound energetic when speaking about long school days and homework, but Karla and Lainie are practically buzzing. Their enthusiasm only increases while discussing their academic work.
“Centennial Celebration: New Bedford Whaling Museum marks milestone for Lagoda, Bourne Building”
SouthCoast Today, November 19, 2016
Sister Sailor singers from OSS help celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Lagoda at the New Bedford Whaling Museum.
“Out and About: Through Our Sister Sailors' Eyes”
SouthCoast Today, May 5, 2016
Browse the gallery from the opening reception for "Through Sister Sailors' EOuryes: Youth Perspectives on Whaling," featuring art created by sixth-grade students from Our Sisters’ School.
“Educating New Bedford’s Future Leaders at Our Sisters’ School”
Gabrielle G. LaFavre, NewBedford Guide.com, February 6, 2106
It's about teamwork, building a stronger community, and putting a smile on everyone's face! Read about how OSS strives for excellence.
“In the best RFK tradition, these three women asked, ‘Why not?”
Ken Hartnett, The Standard Times, June 1, 2008