Medway Public Schools

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.

The Medway Early Childhood Center is excited to offer a mini-summer program for children ages 2.5 to 4.9. The program will run from July 1 through August 7, taking place on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. All sessions will be held at Burke/Memorial School, 16 Cassidy Lane. For more information, contact Kerry Liard at kliard@medwayschools.org.

All Medway Public Schools will be closed from Monday, April 21, to Friday, April 25, for Spring Break. Be safe and enjoy time with family and friends!

Streams and Broadcasts at 7 pm to: vimeo.com/event/5065242 www.medwaycable.com www.facebook.com/medwaycable Broadcasts to cable subscribers on Comcast Ch 6 and Verizon Ch 35 Join us tonight for the Hanlon Field Public Forum! Everyone is welcome to take part in the discussion. We hope to see you at 7:00 pm in the Middle School presentation room (Door 7) at 45 Holliston St.

Spring has arrived! Explore all the fresh events and programs in this week’s Community Bulletin: https://conta.cc/3E3p7ix

In partnership with the MFPA, Medway High School will host the 3rd Annual Swing & Sing concert, a night of Jazz and a capella. Experience an evening filled with extraordinary musical talent as the high school jazz band, the middle school jazz band, and the high school a cappella groups take the stage in a vibrant celebration of creativity and artistry. We hope to see you on April 9, 2025, at 7:00 pm in the High School Auditorium at 88 Summer Street. Purchase tickets using this link: https://bit.ly/4kE7BSw.

In partnership with the MFPA, Medway High School will host the 3rd Annual Swing & Sing concert, a night of Jazz and a capella. Experience an evening filled with extraordinary musical talent as the high school jazz band, the middle school jazz band, and the high school a cappella groups take the stage in a vibrant celebration of creativity and artistry. We hope to see you on April 9, 2025, at 7:00 pm in the High School Auditorium at 88 Summer Street. Purchase tickets using this link: https://bit.ly/4kE7BSw.

School Committee meeting tonight, Thursday, April 3, at 6:00 pm. All are welcome to attend the meeting in the Presentation Room (Door 7) at the Medway Middle School, 45 Holliston St. Agenda items include an elementary school update from Amy McDonald, Principal of the McGovern Elementary School, and John Kelley, Principal of the Burke/Memorial School. Discussion items include a first reading of the facility's rental rate, an update on community education's financials, and feedback on the district improvement plan presentation. Action items include the consideration of the approval of the FY26 proposed school department budget, the use of school choice funds to supplement the proposed FY26 budget, approval of the food services management contract, the Superintendent's appointment to ACCEPT collaborative and the Education Collaborative Board of Directors for the '25/'26 school year. Agenda: https://bit.ly/4iZLhl8

UPDATE - THE LOCATION OF THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CHANGED TO THE PRESENTATION ROOM (DOOR 7) AT THE MEDWAY MIDDLE SCHOOL, 45 HOLLISTON ST. The school committee invites families to join town and school officials at the Medway Middle School (Presentation Room - Door 7) on Monday, April 14, 2025, at 7:00 pm for a public forum on the Hanlon Field and Track Project. Participate in the process to learn about the replacement options for the project and provide valuable feedback to help move this project forward.

Have you got your tickets yet? Medway Middle School’s Department of Performing Arts presents Matilda Jr. this weekend! Don’t miss the performances on Friday, April 4, at 7:30 PM, and Saturday, April 5, at 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM. Get your tickets now: www.mmsperformingarts.com!

Transportation registration for the 2025-2026 school year is LIVE! Registration will be processed through the Parent Portal: https://bit.ly/3oNGS8Z. Please note that ALL students for whom transportation is requested must be registered, including those for whom no payment is required. Registrations requiring payment must be fully paid within 5 days of registration, or the registration will be canceled. A synopsis of the program is as follows: • Students in Kindergarten through 6th Grade who live more than 2 miles from school will receive school transportation at no cost • Students in Kindergarten through 6th Grade who live less than 2 miles from school, and all students in Grades 7-12 who do not qualify for free transportation, can participate in transportation via the district’s Pay to Ride program. The program is structured as follows: There is a $265 annual fee for the first child in a family and a $160 yearly fee for each additional child, with an annual family cap of $585. Students may take a different bus in the morning than in the afternoon, but each bus (morning and afternoon) must be consistent throughout the week. Example of approved scenario: Morning pickup on Bus A at home Afternoon drop-off on Bus B at daycare Example of approved scenario: Morning pickup on Bus A at home Bus to MEDI on M, T, W Either Bus A or Bus B on Th, F (must be the same on both days) *Note: MEDI manages transportation to and from MEDI and is not considered a separate stop In addition, families who meet the federal guidelines for free and reduced lunch will not be required to pay for transportation. At this time, qualification based on the income eligibility guidelines for the 2024/25 school year will provide eligibility for free transit for 2025/26. The School Committee approved the 2025-26 Transportation Handbook at its February 27th meeting. Please note that per Medway School Committee policy JFBB, School Choice students are not eligible for district transportation.