Medway Public Schools

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This edition of the Community Bulletin highlights a variety of spring activities and offers a preview of the exciting summer programs coming from the school district and the Town of Medway. The featured graphic includes snapshots from recent events: the Mother’s Day floral workshop hosted by Medway Parks and Recreation, the Medway Lions' Shred-it event, Fire Chief Jeffrey Lynch leading the Pledge of Allegiance at the Annual Town Meeting, and the popular after-school Minecraft coding program offered through Medway Community Education. We invite you to browse this edition of the Community Bulletin and discover a program or event that sparks your interest! https://conta.cc/4kj5Clp

Now Enrolling: McGovern Integrated Preschool! 🌟 Do you have a child who will be at least three years old by August 31, 2025? The McGovern Integrated Preschool is now accepting registrations for AM and PM sessions for the upcoming school year! Our program offers a warm, inclusive environment where young learners can grow, explore, and thrive. 📧 Interested? Please contact Sue Frederick at sfrederick@medwayschools.org for more information or to begin the registration process. Spots are limited — don’t miss this opportunity!

Thank you to the Medway community for your continued support at this week’s Annual Town Meeting, where all school-related articles passed — including our FY26 budget, which will help us meet the needs of all students and continue to offer innovative, enriching learning experiences. Last week, we celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week — a heartfelt thank you to our incredible faculty and staff for their passion and dedication, and to MEPTO for recognizing their work in such thoughtful ways. As we head toward the end of the school year, we’re excited for the many culminating events that showcase our students’ talents in the classroom, on stage, and in the fields. We look forward to seeing you there! Read the complete update here: https://www.medwayschools.org/article/1342509

Early Release Reminder for Friday, May 16, 2025 All Medway Public Schools will have an early release day on Friday, May 16, 2025. Dismissal times are as follows: McGovern Elementary: noon. Burke-Memorial Elementary: 11:30 a.m. Middle School: 11:02 a.m. High School: 11:34 a.m. Wishing everyone a great day!

At last night’s Special and Annual Town Meetings, several articles related to Medway Public Schools were approved: Special Town Meeting Article 5: Approved the repurposing of funds for district-wide HVAC upgrades and the replacement of a vehicle. Annual Town Meeting Article 1: Approved by a two-thirds vote. This article included borrowing, CPA funds, and a transfer from the Athletic Fields Stabilization Fund for the Hanlon Track and Field construction project. Article 6: Unanimously approved. This article authorized the FY26 operating budget. Article 14: Unanimously approved. This article authorized borrowing for bathroom upgrades at McGovern School. Article 15: Unanimously approved. This article authorized borrowing for the replacement of the high school boiler. These approvals represent continued investment in the facilities and infrastructure that support the Medway Public Schools community.

TONIGHT IS MEDWAY'S ANNUAL TOWN MEETING – MAY 12, 2025 Make your voice heard at Medway High School! Special town meeting begins at 7:00 pm. In addition to a vote on the FY26 budget, several articles on the warrant directly impact the Medway Public Schools. The following votes are scheduled: Special Town Meeting Article 5: Reallocate unused funds from completed capital projects to support heating and cooling system upgrades across Medway Schools. Annual Town Meeting Article 1: Fund the Hanlon Track and Field replacement. Article 6: Approve the FY26 Medway Schools operating budget. Article 14: Provide funding for bathroom upgrades at McGovern Elementary School. Article 15: Fund the boiler replacement project at Medway High School. There is still space to sign up for babysitting (6:30-9:00 pm). Use this link to register and learn more: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Gn2DPngZxQCL_ee7CyQdlE2150wxV0BAM1wa7j6kFmQ/edit YOUR PARTICIPATION IS ESSENTIAL! Join us and help shape the future of Medway Schools.

Our 2025 MECC Mini Summer Program is now accepting registrations for 2.5 to 4.9-year-old children! The program runs Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 9:00 am-1:00 pm, and families may select one or multiple weeks for their child. This exciting and fun summer program is a wonderful way for children to socialize and engage with friends during each themed week. Children will participate in a wide variety of activities, including arts and crafts, STEAM, stories and songs, outdoor movement, and water play! For more information, contact Kerry Liard at kliard@medwayschools.org.

MEPTO's favorite FUNdraiser is tomorrow night, May 9, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Medway High School. All PRE-K through 6TH GRADE students are welcome to enjoy an ice cream sundae while we raffle off various themed baskets compiled by each classroom! Raffle Tickets will be 50 cents each! We will be selling tickets at the event, but all sales will close by 6:30 pm so we can begin pulling winners at 7:00! Bring a donation for the Medway Food Pantry to earn extra tickets!!

School Committee Meeting – Thursday, May 8, 2025 The Medway School Committee will meet on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the Presentation Room (Door 7) at Medway Middle School, 45 Holliston Street. All are welcome to attend. Superintendent Armand Pires will provide an update, including the release of this month’s Spotlight on Excellence, featuring the MHS STEM Fair, and an overview of FY25 federal funding. Discussion items on the agenda include: Update to the Athletic Program Handbook and the process for changing a program’s status Hanlon Track and Field update 24/25 IDEA Special Education determinations First reading of Medway Day Care25/26 salary ranges Math Interventionist Job Description Names for inclusion on the Burke/Memorial plaque Feedback on 2024–2025 School Committee liaison restructuring View the full agenda here: https://bit.ly/4jGN5zw

School Committee Meeting – Thursday, May 8, 2025 The Medway School Committee will meet on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the Presentation Room (Door 7) at Medway Middle School, 45 Holliston Street. All are welcome to attend. Superintendent Armand Pires will provide an update, including the release of this month’s Spotlight on Excellence, featuring the MHS STEM Fair, and an overview of FY25 federal funding. Discussion items on the agenda include: Update to the Athletic Program Handbook and the process for changing a program’s status Hanlon Track and Field update 24/25 IDEA Special Education determinations First reading of Medway Day Care25/26 salary ranges Math Interventionist Job Description Names for inclusion on the Burke/Memorial plaque Feedback on 2024–2025 School Committee liaison restructuring View the full agenda here: https://bit.ly/4jGN5zw

The School Committee has announced that nominations for the Burke-Memorial Plaque are now open. The plaque recognizes Medway residents who have made a significant or memorable contribution to the town or school community. Nominees, through service, volunteerism, or dedication, must have made Medway school or town life better for those who follow. The nomination form can be found here: https://bit.ly/4diQTVD

The Technology Department would like to inform families about a change to our optional Chromebook insurance policy for 2025-26 that will better support students, improve our repair process, and ensure funds directly benefit our schools. Currently, families have the option to purchase insurance through Worth Ave Group for $29 per year. However, with minimal claims filed, the approximately $19,000 in annual premiums primarily benefit the insurance company rather than Medway Public Schools. To better utilize these funds, we are proposing an in-house optional insurance or use fee program that will allow us to cover repair costs, purchase new devices, and support our technology staff. Our goal is to provide better service to our students. Effective 2025-26, we will offer optional insurance for $29 a year to all families in grades 5 through 12. Policies will cover accidental damage. More information will be shared throughout the remainder of the year. Please look for our communications and payment portal to purchase coverage.

Discover a variety of spring programs and get a preview of exciting summer opportunities happening throughout the school district and town. Click here to view the full Community Bulletin: https://conta.cc/44OPrI4.

Discover a variety of spring programs and get a preview of exciting summer opportunities happening throughout the school district and town. Click here to view the full Community Bulletin: https://conta.cc/44OPrI4.

The Medway Friends of Performing Arts is kicking off its month-long annual campaign for May—$5 for Fortissimo. We are seeking donations to help us continue to fund grants. This year, we funded over $9,000 for the performing arts for the students at Medway Public Schools. We will be collecting donations at all school concerts in May. You can also contribute using Venmo @Medwayfriendsofperformingarts (note Annual Campaign) or sending a check to: Medway Friends of Performing Arts 45 Holliston Street Medway, MA 02053 Every Venmo/Check donation received by May 31st will be entered into a drawing to win a Season Pass - (2) tickets for one performance each of the MHS play, MMS play, MHS musical, and MMS musical. Help the MFPA make some noise for the Performing Arts!

Reserve a table and enjoy some nosh on May 7 at the Medway Foundation for Performing Arts spring pops concert. Join us at Medway High School at 7:00 pm. Limited table reservations will be available until May 3, but general seating will be available at no cost on the bleachers.

Make Your Voice Heard at Medway’s Annual Town Meeting – May 12, 2025 Final approval of the Town’s budget will occur at the Annual Town Meeting on Monday, May 12, 2025, at Medway High School, beginning at 7:00 pm. In addition to a vote on the FY26 budget, several articles on the warrant directly impact the Medway Public Schools. The following votes are scheduled: Special Town Meeting Article 5: Reallocate unused funds from completed capital projects to support heating and cooling system upgrades across Medway Schools. Annual Town Meeting Article 1: Fund the Hanlon Track and Field replacement. Article 6: Approve the FY26 Medway Schools operating budget. Article 14: Provide funding for bathroom upgrades at McGovern Elementary School. Article 15: Fund the boiler replacement project at Medway High School. Your participation is essential. Join us and help shape the future of Medway Schools.

The Community Update shares a note of gratitude to the School Committee, Select Board, Finance Committee, and Town Manager Michael Boynton for the collaborative effort in supporting funding for Medway Schools in FY26. Your support helps ensure we continue meeting the needs of all students. Final budget approval happens at the Annual Town Meeting on May 12 at 7:00 pm in the auditorium at Medway High School. Important votes ahead—please join us! Read the full agenda here: https://www.medwayschools.org/article/1342509

This bulletin is packed with exciting spring programs — from traditional egg hunts to flashlight egg hunts and more! Plus, check out upcoming programs and job openings in both the School & Town in this week's Community Bulletin: https://conta.cc/4cSjtwR.