Medford Public Schools

After learning about Boston Revolutionary & Civil War historical sites throughout the year, MHS Sophomores recently enjoyed a walking trip through Boston to see them firsthand! 🏢🦞

In addition to trips to famous spots in history, the walking tour allowed students to see Governor Healy welcoming the President of Cape Verde at the State House and many tourists here for the World Cup!

In accordance with state record law, MPS has identified special education records from 2019 of former students that will be shredded on September 1, 2026. According to Policy on Destruction of Student Records 603 CMR 23.06, a student’s temporary record shall be destroyed no later than seven years of graduation or withdrawal from our school system.

To learn more or schedule an appointment with our Special Education Office to obtain your student records, please visit here: https://www.mps02155.org/about/mps-news/mps-news-post/~board/mps-news/post/destruction-of-special-education-records-for-medford-public-schools-from-2019

Our McGlynn Elementary and Middle School students enjoyed a memorable a very Friday! 💥☄️

Grade 8 students spent the day on a class field trip at Canobie Lake Park, while elementary students enjoyed their annual Fun Day. Among the many activities for McGlynn elementary students, some used their chance to get Principal O'Brien in the dunk tank!

Thank you to our McGlynn staff and parent volunteers assisting in these experiences for our students.

Thank you to Middlesex County District Attorney Marian Ryan, Alice Casey, and Representative Paul Donato for recognizing and honoring Medford High School students this week with the Good Citizenship Award! 🔵⚪

This award celebrates the character, leadership, and positive contributions of our students. Congratulations to all of our award recipients on this well-deserved recognition.

The Medford Comprehensive High School Building Committee (SBC) voted to select design C2.2A as the singular design option for the Medford High School (MHS) building project’s Preferred Schematic Report during Wednesday's full committee meeting.

Design C2.2A is a renovation and addition design that will build on the existing footprint of the current high school. The building committee selected C2.2A given the design’s:

- Increased visibility and sight lines within the building to enhance school operations and supervision of students
- Preservation of the current pool, gymnasium, and other indoor athletic facilities (all will be renovated)
- Access to natural light throughout the entire design
- Support from Medford’s Chief of Police and Fire Chief
- Need for 0 modular classrooms
- Cost, which was the lowest of addition/renovations options

Full Release & Project Timeline: https://www.mps02155.org/about/mps-news/mps-news-post/~board/mps-news/post/design-option-chosen-for-mhs-building-project

Thank you to our Roberts Elementary CCSR students, staff and families for building new beds for those in need! 🛏️🛏️

Led by Roberts CCSR Advisor Ms. Ginelle Gaulin-McKenzie, students raised over $3,500 to buy supplies and materials for the beds. The students then partnered with A Bed for Every Child, a non-profit who provides children across the state with safe and comfortable beds.

The Medford School Committee and the Medford Teachers Association have agreed to a revised school calendar for the 26-27 school year.

This agreement will result in Good Friday 2027 (March 26, 2027) being a districtwide day off for students and staff. The planned March 2 Professional Development Day will become a full, normal school day with students, teachers, and staff expected to be in attendance.

This agreement is a one-time change for the 26-27 school year only. The updated 26-27 school calendar can be viewed here: https://www.mps02155.org/about/printable-school-calendar/printable-school-calendar-26-27

Tonight's Meeting of the Medford School Committee was filled with deserved recognition of our students and staff! Thank you everyone who joined us this evening as we celebrated your impact on our School Community! 🔵⚪️

- Christine DesAutels, MHS Senior & Arts Student
- MHS E-Sports Team, 3-Time State Champions
- Middle & High School Humanities Students & MHS Model UN Team
- Sepac Medford MA Board Members
- Retiring Staff Members (16 staff members)
- Teachers of 25 years (17), 30 (6), and 30+ years of service to MPS (3)
- Marie Cassidy, Founder of Medford Family Network & Rocco DiRicio, Associate VP of Tufts University Community Relations

Our MHS students and staff are returning to the classroom today fresh off another terrific celebration of Fells Day! 🌳🌳

Each June, our students have the opportunity to explore the beautiful Middlesex Fells Reservation, clean up local trails and parks, learn about the environment, and appreciate one of the greatest natural resources in our community.

Thank you to volunteers from the MWRA, Friends of the Fells, Medford Trees, Zoo New England,Tufts University and Medford PTO and so much more for making Friday a great day!