Waltham Public Schools community members: Educators, staff, families and students are invited to participate in our forum to learn more about our three year plan and seek your feedback related to the Massachusetts Student Opportunity Act. The Student Opportunity Act calls for every district and charter school in the state to develop 3-year plans, referred to as SOA plans. Districts' plans identify where data reveals disparities in student learning opportunities and outcomes for the student groups they serve and describe how they will utilize evidence-based approaches and strategies to address those disparities.

Please REGISTER HERE by Monday, March 4 if you need language interpreting services.

Early College at Waltham High School

Middle School Math Desmos Pilot Project

DESE Report Initial Presentation

FY' 25 Budget

School Committee Page

Every year, each public school and school district in Massachusetts receives a report card. Just as your child’s report card shows how they are doing in different subjects, the school and district’s report cards are designed to show families how our district and schools are doing in different areas. The report card includes multiple measures of performance – more than just MCAS scores. They represent a new way of looking at district and school performance, by providing information on student achievement, teacher qualifications, student learning opportunities, and more. WPS school report cards can be found on each school's website under the "ABOUT US" menu bar. The WPS District report card can also be located on our District Website under the "ABOUT US" menu bar.

Please feel free to reach out to your child's principal if you have any questions.

We are saddened by the recent death of a high school student, Nex Benedict, in Oklahoma. This story has received national attention. While many facts of the case are still pending, we do know that Nex and other students felt bullied or harassed due to their gender identity and that Nex was in an altercation in a bathroom the day before their death.

As a reminder, the Waltham Public Schools community condemns all acts of harm and/or bullying, and it is our responsibility to ensure our schools are spaces of safety, care and belonging. All students are welcomed, and should be able to expect a duty of care and a safe learning environment that is identity affirming. All of our school buildings have at least one (or multiple) gender neutral bathroom(s).

If any student or family has any concerns or questions, they should contact their School Adjustment Counselor or building administrator(s).

WHS Library Gay, Lesbian, Transgender Children Resources

Waltham Pride

DMH Young Adult Resource Guide LGBTQ Resources

Greater Boston PFLAG Support Groups

GLAD: Youth Organizations

The Trevor Project

Saturday, March 9, 2024

8:30 a.m - 1:30 p.m.

* Keynote Address *

Plugged In Parents: Digital Media and Electronics Management

* Workshops: Gentle Parenting in the Post-COVID World, The New IEP, Addressing Family Stress, Career Exploration and Training: Summer Internship Opportunities for High School Students, Dual Language and Multilingual Programs Plans and Progress, and more*

*Information Tables: Charles River Community Health Center, Metrowest Nutrition and Therapy, Opportunities for Inclusion, OUT Metrowest, REACH Beyond Domestic Violence, Waltham Fields Community Farm, Waltham Partnership for Youth, and many more.

* Breakfast & Lunch * Child Care *

*Spanish, Haitian Creole, Portuguese and ASL interpretation*

Register Here: Register

We are thankful for Drama teacher Lakyn Arrick to bring this field trip to students at no cost. We are also thankful to the organizations that supported to make this magical experience possible for our students including Waltham Education and Beyond Foundation, Watertown Saving Bank, Waltham Arts Council & Mass Cultural Council and the Plympton PTO.

McDevitt welcomed the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Sparks Photonics Foundation (and a McDevitt parent) Kevin McComber to speak with our 6th graders about waves, photonics, and semiconductors. Students asked questions as varied as "Does your company deal with quantum mechanics?" to "What kind of salary can I make in a photonics job?" Thank you to Mr. McComber for his participation in this exciting learning opportunity for our students!

Additionally, all McDevitt 8th Graders visited the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the US Senate on the campus of UMASS Boston to experientially learn the many facets of the legislative process and government.

Children whose parent/legal guardian(s) are living in Waltham may enroll in Kindergarten with the Waltham Public Schools if they have reached 5 years of age on or before September 1, of the new school year. Online registration for the 2024-2025 school year is now available. Instructions and registration information can be found at this link: https://www.walthampublicschools.org/o/wps/page/kindergarten-registration-information The communication for our 2024-25 Kindergarten Registration was mailed out in January to families on our list of expected kindergarten students. If you did not receive this notice from our office, please contact us to add your child to the list and to receive our communications regarding Kindergarten registration. Families wishing to participate in the Dual Language School enrollment lottery must notify the PIC at the time of registration. The Dual Language School enrollment lottery will be held May 1, 2024 and to qualify you must submit your child's registration and all required documents prior to April 23, 2024. Information Sessions will be held in the Dual Language School Cafeteria on Friday, April 5th 9:00-10:00am and Tuesday April 9th 6:00-7:00pm We look forward to welcoming your child and working with your family throughout the registration process.

The Special Education Department continues to accept applications for the Integrated Preschool Programs at the Stanley and Northeast Elementary Schools for the 2024-2025 school year. Children whose parents or legal guardians reside in Waltham and will turn 3 or 4 years old on or before September 1, 2024 are eligible to apply. More information including the online applications for all Integrated Preschool programs can be found at this link (https://www.walthampublicschools.org/o/wps/page/waltham-public-schools-preschool-programs) on the Waltham Public Schools District website. Applications for available programs will be accepted until spots are filled.

Come and join us for “Strides for Education,” a fun-filled family day on Moody Street on May 5th! This race event is being organized to support the Waltham Education and Beyond Foundation (WEBF), which is committed to helping educators by awarding grants that introduce new and innovative programs to the students of Waltham Public Schools. WEBF-funded grants over the past 17 years have included the "One School, One Story" program at Waltham High School, Model UN programs in our middle schools, Honors Band and Chorus programs throughout the district, and the establishment of the Robohawks robotics team. This school year, WEBF has funded a variety of projects, which include heart monitors for physical education classes, SNAP circuit and Roots robot kits for classrooms, and solar eclipse glasses for all elementary schools. By supporting "Strides for Education," you're helping WEBF to bring new opportunities to our students and to help our educators create a better, brighter future for our community. Register at http://tinyurl.com/webf5k today!