Katharine Lee Bates Elementary School

Dear Bates Families, Next Friday, June 6, Wellesley High School will hold its graduation ceremony, a special milestone for our community.  This year, WHS administrators partnered with the elementary schools to establish a new tradition: a school-wide clap out for… Continue reading Bates Buzz 5.30.25

Dear Bates Families, With less than four weeks of school remaining, it’s natural for students to experience a wide range of emotions.  The final stretch of the year is filled with special events that bring joy, celebration, and excitement.  From… Continue reading Bates Buzz 5.24.25

Dear Bates Families, Thank you to our amazing Bates PTO gardening crew and all the volunteers who spent this week weeding, planting, and spreading fresh mulch in our garden beds.  Thanks to their hard work, our landscaping looks beautiful, and… Continue reading Bates Buzz 5.16.25

Dear Bates Families, We are incredibly grateful to our amazing PTO for their generosity and thoughtfulness during Teacher Appreciation Week.  Our staff was truly spoiled with delicious snacks, sweet treats, a wonderful lunch, and a fun raffle with many winners! … Continue reading Bates Blast 5.10.25