Join us in our mission...
...to secure funding for educational projects and innovative programs in Somerset and Berkley MA.
...to secure funding for educational projects and innovative programs in Somerset and Berkley MA.
SMS Bingo for Books
In 2026, Grade 5 students at BMS participated in a live distance-learning experience from the Boston MFA. See full slideshow here.

The Foundation sponsored this successful Summer Book Fair event!
Mr. Silva reported that 644 students went home with a brand new book that they chose for themselves.
In the fall, SBRHS will conduct discussion groups based on students’ chosen titles.
Mrs. Vitullo's class at North Elementary had a STEM Showcase that highlighted student creativity while leveraging materials from previous SBEF grants.
Students at BMS explored the dynamics of water flow and filtration through hands-on experiments and STEM challenges.
A shout-out to Mrs. Peckham and her students at Blue Raiders Studios for this video!
SBRHS student discusses the robotic hand kit purchased with SBEF funds.
SBRHS student discusses the robotic handkit purchased with SBEF funds.
Wampanoag history and traditions presentation funded by the Somerset Berkley Education Foundation.

Our mission is to enrich the educational experience for every student by empowering teachers and staff with funding for innovative classroom projects, educational programs, and initiatives that inspire learning, encourage creativity, and create lasting opportunities for student success.

The Somerset Berkley Education Foundation is dedicated to enhancing educational opportunities for students in the Somerset and Berkley Public Schools. Through the generous support of individuals, businesses, and community fundraising events, the Foundation provides grants that foster creativity, innovation, and excellence in our schools.

The Foundation recognizes that Somerset Public Schools, Somerset Berkley Regional High School, and the Berkley Public Schools are the responsible overseers of public education in their communities and will work collaboratively with each district and community to meet their goals.
The Foundation may cooperate or contract with Somerset Public Schools, Somerset Berkley Regional High School, and the Berkley Public Schools, other nonprofit or for-profit agencies, organizations, and entities to perform, promote, or otherwise advance our educational and charitable purposes.

The purpose of the Foundation is to enrich the commitment to quality education in both communities.
We aim to fund projects and initiatives that bring the curriculum alive, supplement educators’ work, and inspire our students to inquire, adapt, persevere, and innovate.
Executive Board
Kimberly Michaud, President
Peter Mis, Vice President
Ann Ramos Desrosiers, Treasurer
Shannon Martin, Secretary
Members
Stephanie Mello, James Nasto, Deb Kelty, Johncie Borden, Carla Brisson, Amber DaCamara
Ex officio
Melissa Ryan, Superintendent Berkley Public Schools
Jeffrey Schoonover, Superintendent, Somerset Public Schools and Somerset Berkley Regional School District
580 Whetstone Hill Rd, Somerset, Massachusetts 02726, USA

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