Medway Public Schools

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

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.

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!

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.

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.

The Community Update dated December 14 includes an expression of heartfelt appreciation to our families and the broader community for your unwavering support and trust. Your partnership with us plays a pivotal role in ensuring that our schools effectively meet the diverse needs of all our students. A reminder we will have an Early Release on Friday, December 22. The release times are as follows: Medway Middle School: 11:02 a.m. Burke-Memorial Elementary: 11:30 a.m. Medway High School: 11:34 a.m. McGovern Elementary: 12:00 p.m. There will be no school Monday, December 25, 2023 thru Monday, January 1, 2024. We will return to school on Tuesday, January 2, 2024.

During the week of February 5, 2024 the Department of Elementary & Secondary Education's Office of Public School Monitoring will conduct a Tiered Focused Monitoring Review of Medway Public Schools. Please see the attached letter from Dr. Place for more information.

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.

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!

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.

The Budget Fundamentals Webinar originally planned for Thursday, December 14, at 6:00 pm, has been POSTPONED. Stay tuned for a new date to be announced soon.

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

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.

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

The next school committee meeting is Thursday, December 7, at 6:00 pm. Agenda items include the presentation of the Light the Spark Award by the Thomsen family, the introduction of Claire Mullen, Student Advisor to the School Committee, and the Mass Student Award. Presentations include Chapter 70, Innovative Pathways, & 24/25 Transportation Program updates and recommendations. 2024 budget status update, the first reading of the 24/25 school calendar, and a School Committee Community Engagement update. The full agenda can be read here: https://bit.ly/3uLQEjH.

There will be an Elementary Early Release Day on Wednesday, December 13. The release times are as follows: Burke-Memorial Elementary: 11:30 am. McGovern Elementary: 12:00 pm.

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'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.

Superintendent’s Update, dated November 29, represents the first of our new format. In one streamlined design, we have compiled all district communications from the 2023-2024 school year. Please click here to read more: https://www.medwayschools.org/article/1342509.

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.