![](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/profile/avatar/154734/circled_def45490-26dc-48cd-ad75-e910fa3a9c6a.png)
Have questions or want an opportunity to discuss School Committee matters with two of our members in a more casual setting? Board members Kailene Simon and Preston Gales will be at Mickey Cassidy's on Wednesday, January 10, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
![School Committee Office Hours](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6499875/large_SCHOOL_COMMITTEE_OFFICE_HOURS_110.png)
![](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/profile/avatar/154734/circled_def45490-26dc-48cd-ad75-e910fa3a9c6a.png)
Do you need help with your holiday wrapping? MSPTO can help. They will be in the High School lobby tonight, Wednesday, December 20th, from 5-8 pm. BYO wrapping paper! Donations will be accepted via Cash, Check, and Venmo.
![MSPTO wrapping fundraiser](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6497652/large_december_20.jpg)
![](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/profile/avatar/154734/circled_def45490-26dc-48cd-ad75-e910fa3a9c6a.png)
The Budget Fundamentals Webinar is TONIGHT, Tuesday, December 19, at 6:00 pm. An overview of the district's finance fundamentals will be provided during the webinar. Please note that the specifics of the FY25 budget will not be discussed. There is still time to register! Use this link: https://bit.ly/3NiLiT4
Chapter 70 School Aid Presentation: During the December 7 School Committee meeting, Roger Hatch, retired Elementary and Secondary Education School Finance Director, shared a presentation with the Medway School Committee around overall school funding formulas and how the Medway Schools are funded. The presentation that was shared can be found here: Chapter 70 School Aid
![Budget Fundamentals Webinar](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6498664/large_webinar_POSTPONED_dec_19.png)
![](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/profile/avatar/154734/circled_def45490-26dc-48cd-ad75-e910fa3a9c6a.png)
Reminder - There is an early release on Friday, December 22. The release times are as follows: Middle School: 11:02 am, Burke-Memorial 11:30 am, MHS: 11:34 am,
McGovern 12:00 pm. Vacation: December 25- January 1, 2024. We will return to school on Tuesday, January 2, 2024.
![Winter Vacation/Early Release](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6496988/large_Winter_Vacation_Early_Release_2023.png)
![](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/profile/avatar/154734/circled_def45490-26dc-48cd-ad75-e910fa3a9c6a.png)
Change of plan! Since all after-school programs were canceled, Medway Secondary PTO is moving their gift-wrapping fundraiser to Wednesday, December 20th, from 5-8 pm. BYO wrapping paper!
![MSPTO](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6483683/large_december_20.jpg)
![](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/profile/avatar/154734/circled_def45490-26dc-48cd-ad75-e910fa3a9c6a.png)
As you may know, the weather has resulted in several road closures throughout Medway. We have been in ongoing communication with Town officials as the situation continues to evolve.
We will be conducting a typical school dismissal today. After-school activities have been canceled. Given the traffic challenges, we anticipate that getting students home may take longer than usual.
Also, there are locations throughout Medway that are impassable. Traffic detours are expected. If the bus cannot safely transport students to their typical stop, students will be returned to school for parent/guardian pick up. Staff at each school will call impacted families if/when students are returned to school sites.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we collectively navigate these weather-impacted challenges.
![school dismissal](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6479761/large_school_dimissal.png)
![](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/profile/avatar/154734/circled_def45490-26dc-48cd-ad75-e910fa3a9c6a.png)
We confirmed that MSPTO is holding their Gift Wrapping Fundraiser TONIGHT, 12/18, from 5:00 to 8:00 pm in the high school lobby! The weather will clear up by then, so bring your wrapping paper, drop off your gifts, and let us do the rest! We will send you a text with everything is ready for pickup. Make your donation by cash, check, or Venmo.
![mspto gift wrapping](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6476223/large_gift_wrapping_fundraiser.png)
![](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/profile/avatar/150142/circled_141252b4-4264-4c2d-9c80-6e8bb4b1f32d.png)
Congrats to all of our MHS Arts students! An amazing display of talent for our MHS Art Walk!
![art walk](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6443625/large_MjLSk4QhkCXePusGWiHhlg.png)
![](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/profile/avatar/150142/circled_141252b4-4264-4c2d-9c80-6e8bb4b1f32d.png)
Great job MHS Band! @medwayschools
![band](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6421795/large_A1X2N9H15zCK-x3kIMXvbw.png)
![](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/profile/avatar/150142/circled_141252b4-4264-4c2d-9c80-6e8bb4b1f32d.png)
Amazing performance by the Combined Choirs at the MHS Winter Concert! @medwayschools
![combined](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6421565/large_hjkGUn241RfjOp4PybVilQ.png)
![](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/profile/avatar/154734/circled_def45490-26dc-48cd-ad75-e910fa3a9c6a.png)
MSPTO's Gift Wrapping Fundraiser is Monday, 12/18, from 5:00 to 8:00 pm in the high school lobby! Bring your wrapping paper, drop off your gifts, and let us do the rest! We will send you a text with everything is ready for pickup. Make your donation by cash, check, or Venmo.
![MSPTO Gift Wrapping Fundraiser](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6407930/large_gift_wrapping_fundraiser.png)
![](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/profile/avatar/150142/circled_141252b4-4264-4c2d-9c80-6e8bb4b1f32d.png)
Join Dr. Murray in the School Counseling Center before the Winter Art Exhibit tonight at 5:15pm for a Coffee Hour. This will be the first in a series of meet and greets to occur each month. Some will be in person and some will be virtual to accommodate as many folks as possible.
![coffee](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6418007/large_When_it_comes_to_shopping__there_s_nothing_quite_like_a_good_promotion_to_sweeten_the_deal._And_what_s_better_than_a_Buy_1__Get_1_offer_This_type_of_promotion_is_a_fantastic_way_to_save_money_and_.png)
![](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/profile/avatar/154734/circled_def45490-26dc-48cd-ad75-e910fa3a9c6a.png)
Lauren Nassiff and Melissa Greenfield will be at the Muffin House Cafe this Friday, December 15, from 9:30 am to 11:00 am. This is the perfect opportunity to discuss any School-related matters. We hope you can grab a cup of coffee and chat!
![Muffin House Coffee Hours](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6407865/large_muffin_house_coffee_hours__1_.png)
![](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/profile/avatar/154734/circled_def45490-26dc-48cd-ad75-e910fa3a9c6a.png)
Are you trying to find something special for your student's teacher or a Medway staff member? Think about giving the gift of charity by donating to the MFE in their honor. We will send that particular educator/staff member an MFE holiday card on your behalf. Use this link to donate: https://bit.ly/3tfro4D or Venmo @MedwayFoundation.
![MFE Happy Holidays](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6407788/large_mfe_happy_holidays.png)
![](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/profile/avatar/154734/circled_def45490-26dc-48cd-ad75-e910fa3a9c6a.png)
Are you trying to find something special for your student's teacher or a Medway staff member? Think about giving the gift of charity by donating to the MFE in their honor. We will send that particular educator/staff member an MFE holiday card on your behalf. Use this link to donate https://bit.ly/3tfro4D or Venmo @MedwayFoundation
![MFE Happy Holidays](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6351041/large_mfe_happy_holidays.png)
![](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/profile/avatar/154734/circled_def45490-26dc-48cd-ad75-e910fa3a9c6a.png)
Budget Fundamentals Webinar: On Thursday, December 14, at 6:00 pm, the community is invited to participate in a webinar where we will provide an overview of the district budget. Due to the timing, this presentation will focus on school district finance fundamentals and not the specifics of the FY25 budget. To register for the webinar, please use this link: https://bit.ly/3NiLiT4.
![Budget Fundamentals](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6343326/large_webinar__1_.png)
![](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/profile/avatar/154734/circled_def45490-26dc-48cd-ad75-e910fa3a9c6a.png)
The School Committee will be holding office hours again this year. Lauren Nassiff and Melissa Greenfield will be at the Muffin House Cafe on December 15 from 9:30 am to 11:00 am. This is the perfect opportunity to discuss any School-related matters. Upcoming coffee hours: January 20 and February 7 at Mickey Cassidy's from 7:00 pm-9:00 pm
![School Committee Office Hours](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6334827/large_muffin_house_coffee_hours.png)
![](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/profile/avatar/154734/circled_def45490-26dc-48cd-ad75-e910fa3a9c6a.png)
MSPTO's Gift Wrapping Fundraiser is Monday, 12/18, from 5:00 to 8:00 pm in the high school lobby! Bring your wrapping paper, drop off your gifts, and let us do the rest! We will send you a text with everything is ready for pickup. Make your donation by cash, check, or Venmo.
![MSPTO](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6263336/large_gift_wrapping_fundraiser.png)
![](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/profile/avatar/154734/circled_def45490-26dc-48cd-ad75-e910fa3a9c6a.png)
MSPTO's Gift Wrapping Fundraiser is Monday, 12/18, from 5:00 to 8:00 pm in the high school lobby! Bring your wrapping paper, drop off your gifts, and let us do the rest! We will send you a text with everything is ready for pickup. Make your donation by cash, check, or Venmo.
![MSPTO](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6263329/large_gift_wrapping_fundraiser.png)
![](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/profile/avatar/154734/circled_def45490-26dc-48cd-ad75-e910fa3a9c6a.png)
All schools will be closed for winter break from December 25 to January 1. We hope you enjoy a well-deserved break with family and friends.
![Winter Vacation](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/medway_public_schools_ar/live_feed_image/image/6245627/large_Winter_Vacation_2023.png)