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Our dedicated teachers work tirelessly to ensure that every student is supported.

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Worcester’s diverse offerings help ensure strong pathways to success.

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From leadership opportunities to performing arts, WPS offers a diverse set of enrichment activities. LEARN MORE ABOUT STUDENT ACTIVITIES

A graphic that says: Third Quarter Honor RollThird Quarter Honor Roll Listings Posted

The Quarter 3 honor roll listings for the 2023-24 year are now posted. Congratulations to the many scholars who are being acknowledged for their academic achievements.

Students participate in an activity.Worcester Tech Students Receive Grant to Visit Historic Williamsburg

From April 15 to April 20, 2024, Worcester Technical High School students from Mike Metivier’s history class had the chance to visit historic landmarks of American history thanks to a grant awarded by the American Battlefield Trust’s History Field Trip Grant Program.

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With the launch of ParentSquare, the Worcester Public Schools (WPS) now issues a weekly e-newsletter! Anyone can receive our newsletter, even members of the community who are not staff or parents.

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πŸŽ‰πŸ«Celebrating Fitness Day at Forest Grove Middle School! πŸƒπŸŽ‰

What a fantastic day of fun and fitness we had at Forest Grove Middle School!

From energetic activities to spirited games, our students showed their enthusiasm for staying active and healthy.

A huge thank you to all the students, teachers, and staff who made Fitness Day such a success! Your energy and participation made the day truly special.

Heres to a strong and active school community at Forest Grove Middle School! πŸ’ͺ🍏Image attachmentImage attachment+7Image attachment

πŸŽ‰πŸ«Celebrating Fitness Day at Forest Grove Middle School! πŸƒπŸŽ‰

What a fantastic day of fun and fitness we had at Forest Grove Middle School!

From energetic activities to spirited games, our students showed their enthusiasm for staying active and healthy.

A huge thank you to all the students, teachers, and staff who made Fitness Day such a success! Your energy and participation made the day truly special.

Here's to a strong and active school community at Forest Grove Middle School! πŸ’ͺ🍏
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23 hours ago
⭐ WooStar Maria Sweet, Cafeteria Cook at Worcester East Middle School ⭐ 

Maria is a lively and joyful team member who routinely goes above and beyond to craft creative, healthy, and colorful meals for the students of Worcester East Middle school which makes them feel cared-for and excited to eat lunch every day!

⭐ Do you know a WooStar? Were looking for students and staff who have gone above and beyond to feature on our social media. 

πŸ‘‰Nominate a student at https://tinyurl.com/WooStarsStudent 

πŸ‘‰Nominate a staff member at https://tinyurl.com/WooStarsStaff

⭐ WooStar Maria Sweet, Cafeteria Cook at Worcester East Middle School ⭐

"Maria is a lively and joyful team member who routinely goes above and beyond to craft creative, healthy, and colorful meals for the students of Worcester East Middle school which makes them feel cared-for and excited to eat lunch every day!"

⭐ Do you know a WooStar? We're looking for students and staff who have gone above and beyond to feature on our social media.

πŸ‘‰Nominate a student at tinyurl.com/WooStarsStudent

πŸ‘‰Nominate a staff member at tinyurl.com/WooStarsStaff
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2 days ago

25 CommentsComment on Facebook

HI Maria

Ok how much did u have to pay them. lol

Maria is the BEST! Thank you for feeding our kids from the heart! They know just how much you care about them!

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The Worcester Technical and North High boys track and field team was recently honored by the Worcester School Committee for being the Division 3 Indoor State Championship runner up. 

Congratulations to all involved in a terrific season!

The Worcester Technical and North High boys track and field team was recently honored by the Worcester School Committee for being the Division 3 Indoor State Championship runner up.

Congratulations to all involved in a terrific season!
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2 days ago

10 CommentsComment on Facebook

Congratulations

Congratulations

Jamie Gray

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πŸŽπŸ¦Έβ€β™‚οΈ Happy School Lunch Hero Day! πŸ¦Έβ€β™€οΈπŸ”

Today, we celebrate our amazing school lunch staff! Thank you for keeping our students fed and fueled! πŸŽπŸ¦Έβ€β™‚οΈ

Join us in showing appreciation for our school lunch heroes by thanking them for their hard work and dedication.

Lets make today extra special for these everyday superheroes!

πŸŽπŸ¦Έβ€β™‚οΈ Happy School Lunch Hero Day! πŸ¦Έβ€β™€οΈπŸ”

Today, we celebrate our amazing school lunch staff! Thank you for keeping our students fed and fueled! πŸŽπŸ¦Έβ€β™‚οΈ

Join us in showing appreciation for our school lunch heroes by thanking them for their hard work and dedication.

Let's make today extra special for these everyday superheroes!
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2 days ago

11 CommentsComment on Facebook

Good work all my friends

As a millionaire living my best life, I’m giving 5 grand to the first 5 people who message me directly with ‘TOUGH TIME"It’s all about sharing the blessings. Stay bless y’all!

Bendiciones para todos.

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School Committee Regular Session
Spanish Interpretation Available on Zoom
InterpretaciΓ³n en espaΓ±ol disponible en Zoom
worcesterschools.zoom.us/j/82746440670?pwd=dmp4TnIxYThBdnhkZWQ1bm1hMjFFZ
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3 days ago

71 CommentsComment on Facebook

Casting a wider net for who? Special education service providers are already double their capacity

The data for missed services and out of compliance IEPs are not transparent

Cutting 13% of admin yet over 30% of special education is unacceptable

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Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month πŸ—“οΈ 

Let’s celebrate the diverse cultures and histories of Asian and Pacific Islander communities! Their stories are integral parts of American History. By celebrating their contributions, we enrich our understanding of our nations history. 

Did you know that the concept of β€œlabor rights” in the U.S. owes much to the activism of Asian immigrants? From the early Chinese laborers advocating for fair wages to the Filipino farmworkers igniting the fight for better working conditions, their legacy continues to inspire. πŸ‘

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Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month πŸ—“οΈ

Let’s celebrate the diverse cultures and histories of Asian and Pacific Islander communities! Their stories are integral parts of American History. By celebrating their contributions, we enrich our understanding of our nation's history.

Did you know that the concept of β€œlabor rights” in the U.S. owes much to the activism of Asian immigrants? From the early Chinese laborers advocating for fair wages to the Filipino farmworkers igniting the fight for better working conditions, their legacy continues to inspire. πŸ‘

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3 days ago
Recently, the Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council (SSAC) held its second to last meeting of the school year at the Boys & Girls Club of Worcester.

SSAC is composed of student volunteers from each of our WPS high schools. The members have been working on their year-long action project that centers on empowering, elevating, and amplifying student voices.

The SSAC has developed a survey for middle and high school students district-wide to gather data pertaining to student perspectives on the hiring process of new staff who will work in our schools.  

The data collected was analyzed at this most recent meeting by students and used to develop a student-voice questionnaire that the Human Resources Department and hiring managers can use to include student voice district-wide when hiring new school-based staff. 

Great job to all involved in SSAC this year!Image attachmentImage attachment+7Image attachment

Recently, the Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council (SSAC) held its second to last meeting of the school year at the Boys & Girls Club of Worcester.

SSAC is composed of student volunteers from each of our WPS high schools. The members have been working on their year-long action project that centers on empowering, elevating, and amplifying student voices.

The SSAC has developed a survey for middle and high school students district-wide to gather data pertaining to student perspectives on the hiring process of new staff who will work in our schools.

The data collected was analyzed at this most recent meeting by students and used to develop a student-voice questionnaire that the Human Resources Department and hiring managers can use to include student voice district-wide when hiring new school-based staff.

Great job to all involved in SSAC this year!
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3 days ago

1 CommentComment on Facebook

Good job kids.

Athletic Alumni Profile: Scott Fenner

πŸ€βšΎScott Fenner was a standout member of the Class of 1989 South High Community School basketball and baseball teams
In baseball, he showcased remarkable talent on the mound and at the plate, leading his team to Inter High and Central Mass District championships in 1989. πŸ†βšΎ

On the basketball court, Scotts leadership and scoring prowess helped South High secure victories and championships, including an Inter High crown and a Central Mass District championship crown in his senior year.πŸ€πŸ₯‡ 
After graduating from South High, Scott continued to excel in both baseball and basketball at Worcester State University. Today, he resides in Worcester and is employed at the United States Postal Service.
Scott Fenner will be recognized in the WPS Athletic Hall of Fame Ceremony next month.πŸŽ‰πŸ…

Athletic Alumni Profile: Scott Fenner

πŸ€βšΎScott Fenner was a standout member of the Class of 1989 South High Community School basketball and baseball teams
In baseball, he showcased remarkable talent on the mound and at the plate, leading his team to Inter High and Central Mass District championships in 1989. πŸ†βšΎ

On the basketball court, Scott's leadership and scoring prowess helped South High secure victories and championships, including an Inter High crown and a Central Mass District championship crown in his senior year.πŸ€πŸ₯‡
After graduating from South High, Scott continued to excel in both baseball and basketball at Worcester State University. Today, he resides in Worcester and is employed at the United States Postal Service.
Scott Fenner will be recognized in the WPS Athletic Hall of Fame Ceremony next month.πŸŽ‰πŸ…
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4 days ago

2 CommentsComment on Facebook

Congratulations, Scott- proud of you, Deirdre Loughlin❀️

Congrats Scott!

πŸŽ‰πŸ« Happy National School Principal Day! πŸŽ‰πŸŽ

Today, we celebrate and honor the incredible leaders who guide our schools with dedication, compassion, and vision – our school principals!

Thank you for your tireless commitment to shaping young minds, fostering a positive learning environment, and supporting the growth and development of both students and staff.

Your leadership inspires us all to reach for excellence and strive for success. Heres to you, our amazing school principals!Image attachmentImage attachment+4Image attachment

πŸŽ‰πŸ« Happy National School Principal Day! πŸŽ‰πŸŽ

Today, we celebrate and honor the incredible leaders who guide our schools with dedication, compassion, and vision – our school principals!

Thank you for your tireless commitment to shaping young minds, fostering a positive learning environment, and supporting the growth and development of both students and staff.

Your leadership inspires us all to reach for excellence and strive for success. Here's to you, our amazing school principals!
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4 days ago

8 CommentsComment on Facebook

Remember when school principals weren’t silenced by the Superintendent or else? Good times.

Thank you!!

Happy National School Principals Day to one Great Principal Lincoln St School!πŸ‘πŸ‘πŸ˜˜

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