Medfield Public Schools

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

Members of the Medfield School Committee are attending this year’s MASC (Massachusetts Associate of School Committee) conference. For the full conference schedule click here: https://www.masc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/2024-JTC-Agenda-10.18.pdf #MASCMASS24

Calling all Medfield parents and guardians! MPS is forming a Mobile Technology Task Force to dive into the impact of tech on student learning and well-being. Join a team of parents, students, and educators working together to create a balanced approach to mobile technology in our schools. If you're interested in joining and can commit to attending monthly meetings from 3:30 - 5:00, please submit a letter of interest to scchair@email.medfield.net by November 14th at 5:00 PM.

Blake Middle School recently formed a unified sports bocce team and had a great inaguaral season. To learn more, click here:  https://jgpr.net/2024/10/31/blake-middle-school-forms-a-unified-sports-bocce-team/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaanWjNHZpB2AP6JhPxuHsqxh-pGRly-33WheyFxLriqkVGL8M7MdPOUYUw_aem_L3tyx6TU6r47KQtsX0ordw

The Medfield School Building Committee is excited to start an additional means of sharing information. If you click on the link below you will be asked to sign up for a Constant Contact account. We will be using this account to send out informational emails as often as possible as we move ahead with a future school building project. I hope you will sign up and stay informed. Thank you for your support and input! https://conta.cc/3NBHyfc

Here’s a look at some recent happenings from around the district. -Dale students sent letters to national parks across the US & organized a fundraiser to support an animal rescue in Asheville, NC. -Blake showcased student art for @Inktober and worked on a group project in ELA. -Memorial students used teamwork to replicate a hayride and practiced balance on the playground. -MHS students had fun with science and were inducted into the World Languages Honor Society. -Wheelockians caught some big fish and had an amazing time at Rocky Woods. #medfieldps #medfieldhs #bmsed #beproudbedale #wheelockians #mempk1

Central Office Insights: October edition is out now! This month features an update on school start/end times for the 2025-2026 school year, the the return of "Medfield Talks", our new unified bocce team at Blake, the MA Health Frameworks, and the new partnership with our food service program. Click here to view the October issue: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGTMlZLrEM/0ikAz_eO3G5wWTiKu8kUKw/view?utm_content=DAGTMlZLrEM&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=editor#1