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Family & Community Survey:  DPS Mission, Vision & Values

Dedham Public Schools is currently engaged in a comprehensive strategic planning process through the Plan for Success framework. This initiative will guide our efforts to ensure that we are meeting the needs of all students, families, and staff while preparing our learners for the future. Your input will help shape the District’s mission, vision, and core values, ensuring they reflect the priorities and aspirations of our entire Dedham community.

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Dedham Public Schools is excited to announce the adoption of the LANGUAGE! Live program at Dedham Middle School. Developed by renowned literacy expert Dr. Louisa Moats, LANGUAGE! Live is a comprehensive reading intervention program designed to support students who struggle with reading and writing. The program integrates both foundational skills, such as phonics and decoding, with advanced literacy skills, including comprehension and vocabulary, to provide a well-rounded approach to literacy development.

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District Curriculum Night

Thanks to the parents and educators who participated in our District Curriculum Night at the end of October. The evening was able to provide over 20 sessions on relevant topics for students in PreK - 12. Given the interactive nature of the sessions, not all sessions are able to be made available as presentations or able to be recorded to view post-event. Those sessions with presentations that can be shared are now available!

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Family & Community Survey:  DPS Mission, Vision & Values

Dedham Public Schools is currently engaged in a comprehensive strategic planning process through the Plan for Success framework. This initiative will guide our efforts to ensure that we are meeting the needs of all students, families, and staff while preparing our learners for the future. Your input will help shape the District’s mission, vision, and core values, ensuring they reflect the priorities and aspirations of our entire Dedham community.

Virtual College Field Trip

Ms. Petersen's class used our student council spirit week "College Day" as a day to learn more about a local college! Students took a virtual field trip to MIT's campus using the Nearpod platform on student's Chromebooks. Everyone explored the college campus and completed writing activities focusing on whether this university would fit them well. Many students were interested in pursuing studies related to STEM so this activity had a "real-world" connection important to students lives and future careers.

Dedham Public Schools is excited to announce the adoption of the LANGUAGE! Live program at Dedham Middle School. Developed by renowned literacy expert Dr. Louisa Moats, LANGUAGE! Live is a comprehensive reading intervention program designed to support students who struggle with reading and writing. The program integrates both foundational skills, such as phonics and decoding, with advanced literacy skills, including comprehension and vocabulary, to provide a well-rounded approach to literacy development.

District Curriculum Night

Thanks to the parents and educators who participated in our District Curriculum Night at the end of October. The evening was able to provide over 20 sessions on relevant topics for students in PreK - 12. Given the interactive nature of the sessions, not all sessions are able to be made available as presentations or able to be recorded to view post-event. Those sessions with presentations that can be shared are now available!

Universal Mental Health Screening

The Dedham Public School’s Mental and Behavioral Health team is preparing to begin our mental health screening in grades 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, and 10. Our first round of screening is scheduled for mid-November 2024 and consists of a brief (25-item) questionnaire related to symptoms of anxiety and depression.

DMS After School Clubs Announced!

We often discuss the importance of student voice and our after school clubs and activities are one small example of this priority. Each year, we ask students what they are interested in and then match these ideas with faculty advisors.

First page of the PDF file: 2024DPSCurriculumNight

Dedham Public Schools will be hosting our second annual District Curriculum Night on OCTOBER 24, from 6:30-8:00 at Dedham Middle School! This informative evening is an opportunity for parents and caregivers for students PreK - 12 to learn more about current school curriculum, hear from department leaders and educators on topics including Report Cards, Social Emotional Supports, best practices for supporting students and post-DHS planning.

Advance registration for sessions is preferred, so we can ensure that all sessions have space. Additionally, we need to plan for childcare coverage if that is something you'd like to take advantage of during the event.

Chromebook Technology Fees Due for 2024-2025 School Year
  • Operations

The annual $75 technology fee for DHS and DMS students is a yearly fee that supports our successful Chromebook 1:1 program, a vital resource for teaching and learning. These Chromebooks ensure consistency, quality, and equitable access to technology for all students while prioritizing data privacy and security.   The technology fee helps cover program expenses, including licensing, service, and warranty costs.

Did You Know? October is National Principals Month
  • Leadership

Celebrating our amazing school Principals!   Every day, these seven leaders bring energy, empathy and enthusiasm into their work and our District is grateful to have such a wonderful team of leaders. 

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