Medfield Public Schools

Last evening, the School Committee approved the 2025-2026 district calendar. The calendar can be viewed here: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/775/Medfield_Public_Schools/5304386/2025_-2026_School_Year_Calendar_-__approved_2-13-2025_.pdf

The Medfield School Committee will hold a regularly scheduled business meeting on Thursday, February 13 with its regular session at 6:00 p.m. and an executive session at 5:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Medfield High School Library Media Center. Public Input will be taken in person and through the live audio/video Zoom feature. All regular meetings of the Medfield School Committee are live streamed and recorded via Zoom, and posted to the Medfield TV YouTube Channel shortly afterward. The community is always welcome to submit comments on any matter that the Committee may address via scchair@email.medfield.net. Important Links: Full agenda with Zoom link may be found here: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/775/Medfield_Public_Schools/5292213/2-13-25_SC_Agenda_and_Posting.pdf Supporting *documents will be found here: https://www.medfield.net/documents/school-committee/school-committee-meeting-documents/2024---2025/690506?fbclid=IwY2xjawIYkyJleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHTnGiFBLuQXu8Uz_7PBZz53S46FaZX4d9IuPs-yVa-HThtmJdatH3SJx3A_aem_WyeI-rzzI1Q0rVF6KpddTQ *Please note that documents might be added to the file until the time of the meeting.

Central Office Insights: January edition is available! This edition features an update on the FY26 Budget, school counseling updates, and information on our mentoring and induction program. Click here to view the January issue: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGbt6TNf3A/OsgMMM39Zp-FbY_6FZwubg/view?utm_content=DAGbt6TNf3A&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h341b73a2dd#1

The Medfield Public Schools Budget Hearing will be held on Thursday, January 30th at 6pm in the Lowell Mason Auditorium at the Medfield High School. The Medfield School Committee will hold a regularly scheduled business meeting immediately following the FY2026 Budget Hearing. Public Input will be taken in person and through the live audio/video Zoom feature. All regular meetings of the Medfield School Committee are live streamed and recorded via Zoom, and posted to the Medfield TV YouTube Channel shortly afterward. The community is always welcome to submit comments on any matter that the Committee may address via scchair@email.medfield.net. Important Links: Full agenda with Zoom link may be found here: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/775/Medfield_Public_Schools/5244816/1-30-2025_Public_Budget_Hearing__Meeting_Agenda_and_Posting.pdf Supporting *documents will be found here: https://www.medfield.net/documents/school-committee/school-committee-meeting-documents/2024---2025/690506 *Please note that documents might be added to the file until the time of the meeting.

The FY26 Budget Hearing is this Thursday at 6:00 PM in the MHS Auditorium! Want a quick overview of the Superintendent's Recommended Budget? Check out the FY26 Budget Flip Book for all the key highlights: bit.ly/FY26MPSbudget

Here’s a look at some of the latest highlights from across the district! -Memorial students honored their heroes on Hero Day and demonstrated good sportsmanship in gym class. -Blake students enjoyed extra movement and games during inside recess. -Dale Street students know their ideas matter and celebrated a successful winter band concert. -MHS students participated in a PlantingScience Project, with one team being awarded Star Project status. Additionally, Project Teamwork visited 8th grade classes. -Wheelockians showed up dressed as their favorite hero - Mr. Pedersen! And also sharpened their math skills. #medfieldps #medfieldhs #bmsed #beproudbedale #wheelockians #mempk1

The Superintendent's Parent/Guardian Advisory will be held tomorrow, Tuesday, January 14th at 9:30 AM in the Blake Middle School Library. The agenda will include a presentation on the Science of Reading, as well as updates on the Dale St. Project and the FY26 Budget. All parents and guardians of MPS students are invited to attend.

Here’s a look at some recent happenings from around the district. -Future Warrior? Possibly! This week staff from MHS visited with Gofi puppies, one of which will become a therapy dog at MHS. Over 80 MHS students also competed in DECA this week. -Dale students held a lunch menu contest focused on creating balanced meals featuring fruits, vegetables, grains & protein. Teachers led a social studies lesson for the 4th grade team. -Blake students kicked off the new year with lessons in social studies and Mandarin. -Memorial students tested out the new lollipop paddles in gym class. -Friendship and fun continue to fill the halls at Wheelock! #medfieldps #medfieldhs #bmsed #beproudbedale #wheelockians #mempk1

Blake's Kindness Club hosted a successful donation drive for the Thomas Upham House. To learn more, click here: https://jgpr.net/2025/01/06/medfields-thomas-blake-middle-schools-kindness-club-hosts-successful-thomas-upham-house-donation-drive/

The Medfield School Committee will hold a regularly scheduled business meeting on Thursday, December 12 with its regular session at 6:00 p.m. and an executive session at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Medfield High School Library Media Center. Public Input will be taken in person and through the live audio/video Zoom feature. All regular meetings of the Medfield School Committee are live streamed and recorded via Zoom, and posted to the Medfield TV YouTube Channel shortly afterward. The community is always welcome to submit comments on any matter that the Committee may address via scchair@email.medfield.net. Important Links: Full agenda with Zoom link may be found here: https://www.town.medfield.net/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_01092025-4293 Supporting *documents will be found here: https://www.medfield.net/documents/school-committee/school-committee-meeting-documents/2024---2025/690506?fbclid=IwY2xjawEytldleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHX3zCz_VtN4EIzje8BQKNkrnFkGv88luou8W9y9vcCddy2WPI6kIp4FCJw_aem_cfF_KcsXgeFIbWaeUdG8fw *Please note that documents might be added to the file until the time of the meeting.

The past two weeks have been a whirlwind of excitement—spirit weeks, concerts, holiday shops, and the joy of giving back to the community. Wishing everyone a safe and joyful break! #medfieldps #medfieldhs #bmsed #beproudbedale #wheelockians #mempk1

The Medfield School Committee will hold a regularly scheduled business meeting on Thursday, December 12 with its regular session at 6:00 p.m. and an executive session at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Medfield High School Library Media Center. Public Input will be taken in person and through the live audio/video Zoom feature. All regular meetings of the Medfield School Committee are live streamed and recorded via Zoom, and posted to the Medfield TV YouTube Channel shortly afterward. The community is always welcome to submit comments on any matter that the Committee may address via scchair@email.medfield.net. Important Links: Full agenda with Zoom link may be found here: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/775/Medfield_Public_Schools/5094040/12_-12-2024_SC_Meeting_Agenda_and_Posting.pdf Supporting *documents will be found here: https://www.medfield.net/documents/school-committee/school-committee-meeting-documents/2024---2025/690506 *Please note that documents might be added to the file until the time of the meeting.

Here’s a look at some of the latest highlights from across the district! -Blake students had a turkey of a time at their Thanksgiving assembly! -Wheelockians created parade floats and used their coding skills to program the NYC parade route. -Dale students enjoyed the first snow and played decimal spoons. -MHS students had an incredible fall musical and welcomed Nova and the MPD as special guests to their forensic science class. -Memorial staff and students had a wonderful day at their first turkey trot. #medfieldps #medfieldhs #bmsed #beproudbedale #wheelockians #mempk1

Wishing everyone a wonderful break!

Central Office Insights: November edition is out now! This edition features an update on school start/end times for the 2025-2026 school year, our elementary school universal screening, our partnership with MIT, and the FY26 Budget Process. Click here to view the November issue: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGV0Qrd7SY/8BfRYYts_JwaiZdlTxFKlg/view?utm_content=DAGV0Qrd7SY&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=hbacd19dc56

Here’s a look at some recent happenings from around the district. -MHS Latin students turned the LMC into a bustling Roman city center. -Blake students explored the connection between music and Aztec culture and posed for a group photo during advisory -Dale students worked on Thanksgiving poems and had fun with Ozobots. -Wheelockians welcomed veterans during a Veteran’s Day assembly and worked on their balloon designs for the Thanksgiving Day parade. -Memorial students used teamwork to build a fort. #medfieldps #medfieldhs #bmsed #beproudbedale #wheelockians #mempk1

"Medfield Talks" welcome Dr. Jill Walsh and a discussion on "Healthy Relationships with Technology" next Tuesday, November 19th at 7:00 PM in the Blake Auditorium. Dr. Walsh is an expert on children's use of technology and will provide practical strategies for navigating this important topic. This presentation is for all PreK-12 parents/guardians.

Join Dr. Marsden at the Blake Middle School Library tomorrow, November 13th at 9:30 AM for the Superintendent’s Parent/Guardian Advisory. The agenda will include a review of the most recent MCAS results. All parents and guardians of MPS students are invited to attend.

The Medfield School Committee will hold a regularly scheduled business meeting on Thursday, November 14 with its regular session at 6:00 p.m. and an executive session at 5:15 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Medfield High School Library Media Center. Public Input will be taken in person and through the live audio/video Zoom feature. All regular meetings of the Medfield School Committee are live streamed and recorded via Zoom, and posted to the Medfield TV YouTube Channel shortly afterward. The community is always welcome to submit comments on any matter that the Committee may address via scchair@email.medfield.net. Important Links: Full agenda with Zoom link may be found here: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/775/Medfield_Public_Schools/5015718/11-14-2024_Meeting_Agenda_Posting.pdf Supporting *documents will be found here: https://www.medfield.net/documents/school-committee/school-committee-meeting-documents/2024---2025/690506?fbclid=IwY2xjawEytldleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHX3zCz_VtN4EIzje8BQKNkrnFkGv88luou8W9y9vcCddy2WPI6kIp4FCJw_aem_cfF_KcsXgeFIbWaeUdG8fw *Please note that documents might be added to the file until the time of the meeting.

Here’s a look at some recent happenings from around the district. -Wheelockians had a spooky-good time celebrating Halloween with festive parties and costumes. -MHS students used spectroscopes to observe elements during Chemistry class and student athletes attended the MIAA Sportsmandship Summit.. -Dale students showcased their creative artwork and took part in the democratic process by casting their votes. -Blake students got a special visit from Veterans and showed off their costumes on Halloween. -Memorial students partnered in some math fun and enjoyed sunshine and smiles on the playground. #medfieldps #medfieldhs #bmsed #beproudbedale #wheelockians #mempk1