Dear Colleagues, “Whose side are you on?” This was the question that the Needham Superintendent posed to the attendees at our METCO leadership retreat this morning. He went on to describe how he had been asked variations of this… Continue Reading Superintendent’s Bulletin: 10/27/23
Superintendent’s Bulletin: 10/20/23
Dear Colleagues, I hope you each had a productive week. Last night, I had a chance to attend the speaker event at WHS, where best-selling author, Harlan Cohen, engaged our school community on the subject of college selection and admissions.… Continue Reading Superintendent’s Bulletin: 10/20/23
Updating the WPS Strategic Plan
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The Wellesley Public Schools is in the process of updating its district strategic plan, for implementation in Fall 2023. The Strategic Plan Steering Committee developed an initial framework for the 2023-28 Strategic Plan that was approved by the School Committee… Continue Reading Updating the WPS Strategic Plan
October 12, 2023 Letter to the Community
Dear Members of the WPS Community: I’m writing to share an update following what we know has been a difficult week for our community following the tragic events that are continuing to unfold in Israel and Gaza. Many members of… Continue Reading October 12, 2023 Letter to the Community
Superintendent’s Bulletin: 10/13/23
Dear Colleagues, I know this wasn’t an easy week for our school district, as the troubling events in the Middle East continue to unfold. Any time we support our students and families through challenging times, I am mindful that our… Continue Reading Superintendent’s Bulletin: 10/13/23
WHS’ McDonald is GRAMMY Award Semifinalist
For the second year in a row, Dr. Kevin McDonald has been named one of 25 semifinalists nationwide for the GRAMMY Music Educators Award! McDonald, Director of Choral Programs at Wellesley High School, learned on October 11 that he had… Continue Reading WHS’ McDonald is GRAMMY Award Semifinalist
Superintendent’s Bulletin: 10/06/23
Dear Colleagues, Happy Friday! Thanks to all of our WHS colleagues for a great back-to-school night last evening. I was especially pleased to see the mental health and wellness organizations and resources available to families as they arrived. Special thanks… Continue Reading Superintendent’s Bulletin: 10/06/23
Elementary Building Projects Event Timeline
The following is a summary of the planned timeline of events surrounding the WPS elementary building projects. With the upcoming opening of two new buildings, the closing of a school, and redistricting for the 2024-25 school year, WPS has created… Continue Reading Elementary Building Projects Event Timeline
Superintendent’s Bulletin: 09/29/23
Dear Colleagues, Thanks for all that you do to support our students and families. Have a great weekend! Best, David Calendar October 9th (Monday) – Indigenous Peoples Day – Schools and Offices Closed November 10th (Friday) – Veteran’s Day… Continue Reading Superintendent’s Bulletin: 09/29/23
Superintendent’s Bulletin: 09/22/23
Dear Colleagues, I hope you each had a productive week. The state MCAS results for 2023 were released this week, with each of our WPS schools meeting or exceeding achievement targets set by the state. Four of our schools (Bates,… Continue Reading Superintendent’s Bulletin: 09/22/23