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Boston Region VI Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Fair — On March 8, BPS and Northeastern University hosted the 79th annual Boston Region VI Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Fair at the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center. The event celebrated STEM education and put students’ skills into practice by testing hypotheses, designing experiments and engaging in critical-thinking activities. About 180 students in grades 6-12 across 12 schools submitted over 100 projects for judging. Pictured: Avenie St. Hillaire, grade 7, New Mission High School discusses her research on waste water treatment. PHOTO: BOSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Boston Region VI Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Fair — Marcio Mendes (left) and Jaden Osorio, grade 7, Dearborn STEM Academy participate in the STEM fair. PHOTO: BOSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Boston Region VI Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Fair — Mariana Monsalve Medina, grade 9, East Boston High School, stands next to her presentation on Eastie Farm and its Carbon Footprint. PHOTO: BOSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Boston Region VI Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Fair — Miguel Gonzalez, grade 6, Holmes Innovation School, presents his research on Redesigning A Planetary Lander. PHOTO: BOSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Youth Art Month Exhibition Opening Reception at City Hall — This month, Boston Public Schools students are taking over City Hall’s art galleries for the annual Youth Art Month exhibition. Over 300 students are featured. PHOTO: JOHN WILCOX/MAYOR’S OFFICE

Youth Art Month Exhibition Opening Reception at City Hall — This month, Boston Public Schools students are taking over City Hall’s art galleries for the annual Youth Art Month exhibition. Over 300 students are featured. PHOTO: JOHN WILCOX/MAYOR’S OFFICE

Mass NOW International Women’s Day Breakfast — Feminist organizations from around Greater Boston came together for a morning of inspiration, connection and action at the 27th Annual International Women’s Day Breakfast. This year’s theme, Action in Unity: Celebrating Women’s Collective Power, highlighted the strength of women working together for change. PHOTO: MIKE MEJIA/MAYOR’S OFFICE

Mass NOW International Women’s Day Breakfast — Feminist organizations from around Greater Boston came together for a morning of inspiration, connection and action at the 27th Annual International Women’s Day Breakfast. This year’s theme, Action in Unity: Celebrating Women’s Collective Power, highlighted the strength of women working together for change. PHOTO: MIKE MEJIA/MAYOR’S OFFICE

Fletcher “Flash” Wiley Memorial Service — On March 7, friends, family and admirers gathered at the Berklee Performance Center for a memorial service celebrating the life of Fletcher “Flash” Wiley, an attorney, civic leader and a leading member of Boston’s business community. He passed away on Feb 7. PHOTO: MIKE MEJIA/MAYOR’S OFFICE

Fletcher “Flash” Wiley Memorial Service — On March 7, friends, family and admirers gathered at the Berklee Performance Center for a memorial service celebrating the life of Fletcher “Flash” Wiley, who passed away on Feb 7. Here, Wiley's son addresses attendees. PHOTO: MIKE MEJIA/MAYOR’S OFFICE

Fletcher “Flash” Wiley Memorial Service — On March 7, friends, family and admirers gathered at the Berklee Performance Center for a memorial service celebrating the life of Fletcher “Flash” Wiley. He passed away on Feb 7. Here, Wiley's daughter addresses attendees. PHOTO: MIKE MEJIA/MAYOR’S OFFICE