The School Committee has officially approved the 2025-2026 calendar. View it here: https://bit.ly/4hhqRm1
The School Committee meeting is tonight, Thursday, February 27, 2025, at 6:00 pm. All are welcome to attend the meeting in the Presentation Room of the Medway Middle School (Door 7), 45 Holliston St. Items on the agenda include a presentation by Superintendent Armand Pires and the Director of Finance & Operations Patricia Leonhardt on the FY 26 Superintendent's budget report, a discussion on the FY 26 budget advocacy. Action items include considering/approving the pay-to-ride program fee, the 25/'26 transportation handbook, and Medway Public Schools' strategic plan. Read the complete agenda here: https://bit.ly/4kb0Y9U
Medway High School presents Disney's Newsies the musical. Performances will occur on Friday, March 7 at 7:00 pm and Saturday, March 8 at 1:00 pm & 7:00 pm. Tickets are on sale! Scan the QR code in the graphic or use this link: https://bit.ly/3QCsNdM
Friday Night Done Right is back this Friday, February 28! Is your child signed up? Don’t let them miss out on a fun night of games, friendship, and great role models—plus, there’s pizza! MHS Cafe 6-8 pm. It’s the perfect way to spend a Friday night!
Please mark your calendars for Kindergarten Camp, which will occur from July 28 to August 1. We will publish additional information as it becomes available. We look forward to welcoming our Class of 2038 to Medway Public Schools!
Summer is just around the corner, and we've got all the details you need to make the most of it! Check out this week's Community Bulletin for a full lineup of summer programs, from sports leagues to outdoor movie nights and special events!
Friday Night Done Right is scheduled for February 28, 2025. Play games, build friendships, and connect with adult role models. Pizza will be provided as well. Register using this link: https://bit.ly/3WYPJHE. Time/Location: Medway High School Cafeteria, 6:00-8:00 pm
The School Committee will meet this evening at 6:00 PM in the Presentation Room at Medway Middle School (Door 7). All are welcome to attend. Tonight’s agenda includes a presentation on the 2025-2030 Strategic Plan by Superintendent Armand Pires, Assistant Superintendent Paul Peri, and Student Services Director Ryan Place. Discussion topics include FY Budget Advocacy, the First reading of Pay-to-Ride transportation fees, and Updates to the Transportation, Parent, and Specialized Student 7D Handbooks. Action items include Considering the 2025-2026 school year calendar and authorizing the superintendent to request that the Town of Medway add a warrant article to the Annual Town Meeting to create a new revolving account for student device repairs. Requesting an additional warrant article for the Fall Town Meeting to establish a revolving account for reallocating remaining Capital Funding. Read the full agenda here: https://bit.ly/3X2tmkO
The February 12, 2025, Community Update provides detailed information on Medway Public Schools' budget development and acknowledges ongoing federal discussions that could impact the district. The update reaffirms Medway’s commitment to fostering an academically challenging, safe, and supportive learning environment that encourages excellence for all. Read the entire update here: https://bit.ly/3ul2qRE.
Register your team (6 players) for the Medway Foundation for Education's 2025 Trivia Bee! Join the fun on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, in the Burke/Memorial School Cafeteria at 7:00 pm. Individual players are $25.00/per person and $150/per table. Email http://medwayfoundationforeducation@gmail.com to register.
All Medway Public Schools will be closed for winter break from Monday, February 17, 2025, to Friday, February 21, 2025. We hope you enjoy this well-deserved time off with family and friends. We will see you back in school on Monday, February 24, 2025!
The Medway Schools will start regularly today (2/6), but will dismiss one hour early. Dismissal times are:
Medway Middle School 12:58 p.m.
Burke/Memorial 1:30 p.m.
High School 1:31 p.m.
McGovern 2:00 p.m.
All after school activities are cancelled..
Kindergarten Registration is now OPEN for the 2025-2026 school year! Kindergarten students must be 5 years old by August 31, 2025. Registration information will be available online at https://bit.ly/3Q47cur, in the superintendent’s office, and at the McGovern School. We will send out a Sign-up Genius in March for kindergarten screening, which will take place in May.
Families must complete their online registration (OLR) for the 2025-2026 school year using the Infinite Campus Online Registration Portal. Instructions for completing the OLR can be found here https://bit.ly/3WOJmXv Online Registration Directions: https://bit.ly/4hnaEwm:
Also, we have opened registration for the Introduction to Kindergarten Summer Program https://bit.ly/3WH3hY3 if you would like your future kindergartener to get a first look at what it is like to be a McGovern student. This summer program is just one of the many exciting events in preparation for the new school year. In the coming weeks, we will share “The Road to Kindergarten,” a flyer that outlines essential events and milestones leading up to the first day of kindergarten.
We are excited to welcome the class of 2038! Please feel free to reach out with any questions.
Join the Medway Lions Club - 33K Mass for the Father & Daughter Dance on Sunday, March 23, 2024, from 1:00-4:00 pm. Enjoy an afternoon of fun with photos by Tim Rice Photo, games, refreshments, and a 50/50 raffle!
For more details, visit the Medway Lions Club website: https://bit.ly/2MaHy56
Community Update (dated Jan. 30, 2025) shares a message at the midpoint of the school year and focuses on key initiatives, such as the '25//'26 Budget Planning & '25-'30 MPS Strategic Plan. Read the entire community update here: https://www.medwayschools.org/article/1342509
Our community is alive with excitement—don’t miss out on the fantastic events coming your way. Check them out in this edition of the Community Bulletin: https://conta.cc/4102vrQ
The Medway Public Schools seeks a Director of Finance and Operations to provide strategic oversight of financial planning, budget management, facilities, transportation, food services, and other critical operational functions. This role ensures the efficient and equitable allocation of resources to support student success while maintaining fiscal responsibility and operational excellence. If interested, please get in touch with chofstra@medwayschools.org. Read the full job description here: https://bit.ly/3WIX65Q.
Who's ready to Shuffle?!
Put on your running (or walking) shoes because early bird registration for the 14th Annual MEPTO Shamrock Shuffle is NOW OPEN! Join the Medway Education PTO on Saturday, March 8, 2025, for a fun-filled 5K (3.1 miles) course that winds through the beautiful back roads of Medway.
This event is perfect for individuals of all ages and abilities, so bring the whole family! Additionally, every step you take supports the creative arts programs in all Medway schools! Use this link to register: https://secure.getmeregistered.com/get_information.php?event_id=140371.
MFE & MEPTO are hosting their Dodging 4 Medway tournament at the Medway Middle School. Sign up your team today to participate on March 15. https://bit.ly/4jy4X03..Multiple divisions of competition available. Awards for 1st & 2nd place plus prizes for best costume (per division).
The 2025-2026 Preschool Lottery and Application window is open (January 27 until February 21, 2025). The Preschool Lottery and Application Information can be found here: https://bit.ly/3PUHpou. Within this document is the online application form. If you have any questions, please get in touch with Sue Frederick, sfrederick@medwayschools.org
