McGovern Elementary School

Join SEPAC at Tangerini Farm for a family-friendly, sensory-friendly morning!

The farm opens early, just for us, at 9:00 am. Tickets ($5 per person) will be available at the gate.

Admission includes a hayride and a pumpkin to paint!

The hayride departs promptly at 9:30 am, giving families time to enjoy the farm before it opens. Be sure to register so we know you’re coming. https://bit.ly/4mgbexu

🎃 Welcome, Trunk-or-Treaters!
Join SEPAC on Friday, October 17, at 4:30 p.m. at Burke/Memorial School, 16 Cassidy Lane. From 4:30-5, we will be hosting a sensory-friendly time slot. Please be respectful to our community of children who would benefit from this slower time.

👻 Costumes encouraged!
🚗 Trick-or-treat from decorated trunks hosted by Medway staff.
🌟 Open to everyone—join the fun with SEPAC!

Please register by October 12, 2025, using this link: https://bit.ly/46v9fjc or the QR code.

Medway’s Health Department has partnered with Milford Central Pharmacy to sponsor two Flu/COVID clinics this fall. The first clinic will be held at the @medwaycouncilonaging, 76 Oakland St., on September 15, 2025, from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm. The second flu/COVID clinic will be held at the Burke/Memorial Elementary School, 9 Cassidy Lane, on October 6, 2025, from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
Pre-registration is NOT required, but is recommended.
Register for the September 15, 2025, clinic at the Medway Council on Aging here: https://form.jotform.com/251826595863168
Register for the Burke Memorial School clinic here: https://form.jotform.com/251826337298164

📚 We’re off to a smooth start to the 2025–26 school year! Routines are back, learning is in full swing, and Curriculum Nights are underway.

As AI becomes part of daily life, we’re committed to helping students use technology safely and responsibly. This includes new content filtering tools for take-home devices and resources for families to stay informed.

👉 Parents & caregivers: Don’t miss the upcoming webinar on online safety from the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Space is limited—register today: https://bit.ly/4gqaswM. Read the complete update here: https://bit.ly/3ul2qRE.

#MedwaySchools #BackToSchool #SafeTech

Thank you to MEPTO for the thoughtful “Welcome Back, Enjoy a Snack” lounge restocks! 🍎 Our teachers, staff, and administrators truly appreciated the treat as we kicked off the school year. We’re grateful for your continued support!

Congrats to this year’s Superintendent’s Excellence Award honorees! 🎉👏 Educators & staff from every school in Medway were recognized this morning during convocation. Thank you for being so dedicated to our students & community! #MedwayPride

📢 Medway Early Childhood Center is Hiring!
We’re looking for passionate full-time and part-time early childhood educators to join our team. Enjoy great benefits—including a school-year schedule with vacation weeks and summers off!
📩 To apply, send your resume and cover letter to Kerry Liard, Director, at kliard@medwayschools.org

📣 Reminder: TONIGHT (Tuesday, August 19, 2025) is McGovern Elementary School’s Playground Night!
This is a great opportunity for students to get comfortable with the school grounds before the year begins, meet new friends, and reconnect with familiar faces.
MEPTO can’t wait to see all of your smiling faces—it’s a beautiful evening to make new friends and cherish the old! 🌟👫

📚 First Day of School – September 2!
We’re excited to welcome students back for the new school year on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. Let’s start the year off strong with smiles, curiosity, and a spirit of learning. See you then!

Join us for an Open House at McGovern Elementary on Thursday, August 21, from 9:00–11:00 a.m. This is a wonderful opportunity for your child to reconnect with old friends, meet new ones, and help your child feel more comfortable as they approach the first day of school

Medway Public Schools seeks an Assistant Business Manager to support our school district’s accounting and financial operations.

If you have experience in finance, love numbers, and want to make a difference in education, this full-time role with benefits could be for you!

Salary: $85,000-$100,000
Location: Medway, MA

Apply now via School Spring: https://bit.ly/4mD3LZS

Contact Carly Hofstra with questions at chofstra@medwayschools.org

A new school year means new adventures and new friends—while cherishing the ones you already have! Join us for Kindergarten Playground Night at McGovern School on Tuesday, August 19, from 5:00–6:00 PM (rain date: August 20). We can’t wait to see those bright, happy smiles!

The June 18, 2025, Community Update celebrates our students and staff as we wrap up the school year and welcome summer! We’re deeply grateful for the unwavering support of Medway families and the broader community—your partnership truly makes a difference. Important Note: Medway High School Entrance Driveway Closure Please note that the MHS Entrance Driveway will be closed this summer, scheduled to begin on Thursday, June 20. Access to Medway High School will be via Adams Street. Read the full community update: https://www.medwayschools.org/article/1342509

The last day of school is almost here! A friendly reminder that Wednesday, June 18, 2025, is a half-day for all students. Dismissal times are as follows: McGovern Elementary: noon. Burke-Memorial Elementary: 11:30 am. Middle School: 11:02 am. High School: 11:34 am. Wishing all our students and families a safe and enjoyable summer!

The next Medway School Committee meeting will occur on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at 6:00 pm at Medway Middle School, 45 Holliston Street. All are welcome to attend. Agenda highlights include: FY25 budget update and closeout timeline Student activity account balances Approval of district and school improvement plans The meeting will conclude with housekeeping items, including the approval of liaison roles, 2025–2026 meeting dates, and parent/student handbooks. View the full agenda here: https://bit.ly/43VcajP

Check Out SUP Medway’s Brand-New Website! Discover the updated SUP Medway site, with a dedicated Parent Page packed with helpful resources — including age-specific conversation starters and tips for hosting safe, substance-free teen parties. https://supmedway.com/

Summer Family Resources The summer months allow families to reconnect differently than they may have the opportunity to during the school year. Sometimes these several weeks provide challenges for families due to the change in schedule and access to essential resources such as food and social and emotional supports. Please find an array of family and student resources available in Medway this summer, connected to family fun, food, staying active, and community support in these flyers: English: https://bit.ly/4kSJAWU, , Spanish: https://bit.ly/45dwrmU, Portuguese: https://bit.ly/4mRFpwB.

📅 The next Medway School Committee meeting will take place on Thursday, June 5, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the Presentation Room at Medway Middle School (45 Holliston Street). The meeting will open with a celebration of the 2025 retirees! Agenda highlights include: Administrative updates on TEC and ACCEPT Discussion of the Superintendent’s formative evaluation (progress on goals) First readings of the District Improvement Plan, School Improvement Plans, and the 2025–2026 Student Handbook Review of proposed School Committee restructuring, liaison roles, and the upcoming meeting schedule Policy updates 📝 Action item: Consideration to appoint Sue Frederick as Acting Director of Student Services. 📄 View the full agenda here: https://bit.ly/3SAT9he