Members of the WPS Community: After assessing the timing and likely impact of the incoming storm with the Department of Public Works, I have determined that we cannot open schools safely tomorrow. The Wellesley Public Schools will be closed on Friday,… Continue reading WPS Closed on Friday, January 7, 2022
Principal’s Message
Dear Upham Community, “I can’t do it!” Followed by, “I am NOT doing this anymore!” How many of you have heard this demonstrative statement? As in my case, I have heard it several times in one night during homework. This… Continue reading Principal’s Message
Principal’s Message
Hello Upham Community, I recently spent some time observing some of our fourth graders working on math. I noticed a particular student working diligently and showing some frustration. Moving closer I could see the student was working through the problem… Continue reading Principal’s Message
Principal’s Message
Dear Upham Community, “Where, after all, do universal human rights begin? In small places, close to home- so close and so small that they cannot be seen on any map of the world. Yet they are the world of the individual… Continue reading Principal’s Message
Principal’s Message
Dear Upham Community, It was wonderful observing all of the Upham Spirit this morning as each student proudly showed up with their blue Upham shirts. A big “THANK YOU” goes out to the Upham PTO for providing the students and… Continue reading Principal’s Message
Principal’s Message
Hello Upham Families, The Upham PTO recently purchased some very nice Upham “spirit shirts” for the entire staff and students. The students will be bringing those home tonight. If you could please remind your child to wear it tomorrow, Friday,… Continue reading Principal’s Message
Principal’s Message
Dear Upham Community, Hello Upham Parents! As you know the Wellesley School Committee unanimously voted to approve the original (“Option A”) swing space proposal for Hunnewell. This means that beginning in the fall of 2022, Hunnewell grade levels will be moving… Continue reading Principal’s Message
Principal’s Message
Hello Upham Community, Change is a difficult thing for all of us to deal with. It’s the fear of the unknown, not being in control, or not being certain of what may or may not happen. What I can… Continue reading Principal’s Message
Principal’s Message
Dear Upham Community, Happy Friday Upham Community! Please join me on the evening of Thursday, September 23rd at 6:30 PM for a Zoom meeting to provide an important update on the WPS elementary building projects and their impact on Upham moving… Continue reading Principal’s Message
Principal’s Message
Hello Upham Community, Wow! What a magnificent beginning to the new school year. The first day of school was one of the best starts that I’ve witnessed. As the students arrived in the classrooms they acted as if it was an… Continue reading Principal’s Message