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WPS aspires to be a world-class school system that develops the heads, hearts, and hands of its students and inspires them to be the critical thinkers, problem-solvers, artists and innovators who make contributions to their communities, our nation, and the world.

WPS is closed today as we honor the rich history, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous peoples.
10/12/2026

WPS is closed today as we honor the rich history, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous peoples.

Raiders fans -- please note! Due to this weekend's anticipated storm, Friday's WHS varsity football game against Walpole...
09/24/2026

Raiders fans -- please note! Due to this weekend's anticipated storm, Friday's WHS varsity football game against Walpole at Hunnewell Field has been moved up to 4:30 p.m.
Photo: kianfpics

Wellesley Public Schools are closed on Monday for Yom Kippur. We wish all of those observing the holiday a meaningful da...
09/20/2026

Wellesley Public Schools are closed on Monday for Yom Kippur. We wish all of those observing the holiday a meaningful day of reflection and renewal.

Wellesley Public Schools wishes a sweet New Year to all who are celebrating Rosh Hashanah this weekend!
09/11/2026

Wellesley Public Schools wishes a sweet New Year to all who are celebrating Rosh Hashanah this weekend!

Today marks the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks that took the lives of nearly 3,000 people,...
09/11/2026

Today marks the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks that took the lives of nearly 3,000 people, including Wellesley residents John Cahill, Neilie Casey, Edmund Glazer, and Patrick Quigley.

The Town of Wellesley will hold its annual 9/11 Remembrance today at 10 a.m. at Fire Headquarters (457 Worcester Street). The community is invited to attend. The brief program will include remarks by Town and Fire officials, faith leaders, and prayers for firefighters, police officers, and all in service.

Congratulations to the following nine WHS seniors, who were named 2027 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists this wee...
09/10/2026

Congratulations to the following nine WHS seniors, who were named 2027 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists this week! Per tradition, the students posed with the beloved lobby Raider and their principal, Dr. Jamie Chisum.

From left to right, the semifinalists are: Grace Zhao, Ryan Prentice, Lucy Yu, Oscar Allan, Kornkanya Charoensiddhi, Dalya Bayulgen, Katherine Xu, Noah Desviat Ruiz. Not pictured: Jacob Haspel.

Dr. Chisum and Director of School Counseling Meg Walenden congratulated the students Thursday morning during their Advisory block. All nine semifinalists are eligible to apply for an estimated $24 million in scholarship opportunities from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation, corporate partners, and colleges and universities.

Wellesley Public Schools are closed today as we honor the contributions of workers and celebrate the strength of our com...
09/07/2026

Wellesley Public Schools are closed today as we honor the contributions of workers and celebrate the strength of our community. Happy Labor Day!

Welcome back, WPS! Wednesday's glorious weather made for a picture-perfect first day back to school. We wish all studen...
09/02/2026

Welcome back, WPS! Wednesday's glorious weather made for a picture-perfect first day back to school. We wish all students, teachers and staff a wonderful start to the school year!

Congratulations and best wishes to all WPS teachers and staff members retiring during the 2025-26 school year! Jane Barr...
06/23/2026

Congratulations and best wishes to all WPS teachers and staff members retiring during the 2025-26 school year!

Jane Barrell, WHS Academic Resource Teacher
John Brown, Athletic Director
Mark Bugden, Occupational Therapist
Thomas Carter, Director of Visual Arts
Alicia Diozzi, WMS Social Studies Teacher
Timothy Eagan, Department Head of World Language (6-12)
Steve Goodwin, Schofield Interim Principal
Andrea Holbrook, Tech Support Specialist
Leanne Jones, WHS Child Lab Teaching Assistant
Donna Kalinowski, Central Office-Accounting Coordinator for Payroll
Karen Perry-Kaplan, Schofield Fitness & Health Teacher
Jill Lapato, WHS Math Teacher
Dina Maggipinto, Hardy Grade 2 Teacher
Heidi Marquedant, WHS Family & Consumer Science/Child Lab Teacher
David McCullough, WHS English Teacher
Deane McGoldrick, Central Office-Transportation Director
Cynthia Peltier, WMS Math Teacher
Elizabeth Rey, Bates Librarian
Trisha Slyne, Central Office-Financial Transaction Asst.- Facility Rentals
Nancy Smith, WMS Literacy Teacher
Janet Sozio, WHS School Counselor
Marcia Sullivan, Hunnewell Grade 5 Teacher
Karen Thurber, Central Office-Production Center Clerk
Jonathan Wachs, WMS Industrial Tech. Teacher
Martin Wagner, WMS Math Teacher

06/22/2026

That’s a wrap for the 2025-26 school year! As per tradition, Wellesley Middle School celebrated the 8th graders’ last day at WMS with a clap out for students and teachers. Congratulations to all WPS students! We wish everyone a wonderful summer break.

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40 Kingsbury Street
Wellesley, MA
02481

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Tuesday 8am - 4:15pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:15pm
Thursday 8am - 4:15pm
Friday 8am - 4:15pm

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