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This spring students will take the MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System). MCAS provides us with a snapshot in time of where our students are performing academically. It is important to help make sure that your student is well-rested and present for these days, please check dates to avoid conflicts with any appointments scheduled.
![Family & Community Survey: DPS Mission, Vision & Values]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1735934547/dedhamk12maus/i8ryat4teppzrmpngcjq/MissionValuesBlock2025.png","width":200}])
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.
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]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730906679/dedhamk12maus/mwxscghbfhk5nq8mfoy7/CurrNight24-2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1730906679/dedhamk12maus/mwxscghbfhk5nq8mfoy7/CurrNight24-2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730906679/dedhamk12maus/mwxscghbfhk5nq8mfoy7/CurrNight24-2.jpg","width":600}])
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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![ONE DEDHAM - District Introduces 5-Year Strategic Plan]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741376471/dedhamk12maus/itlmg4cgssnhcptk0ppi/OneDedham.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741376471/dedhamk12maus/itlmg4cgssnhcptk0ppi/OneDedham.png","width":500}])
Dedham Public Schools unveiled a new strategic plan for 2025-2030, outlining a new mission, vision and set of core values for the District and paving the way for the future.
Together, as ONE DEDHAM, we will work relentlessly to achieve our goals, ensuring that every student in Dedham Public Schools has the opportunity to succeed and thrive. Your continued support and collaboration are essential to realizing this vision.
This plan is the result of a collective effort by 25 dedicated individuals—school leaders, teachers, staff, parents, and community representatives—who have worked together to shape a vision focused on excellence, growth, and continuous improvement.
![Sources of Strength Event: Positive Friendzy!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741382804/dedhamk12maus/gmdplieumn2clevlukb5/sos-friendzy-1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741382804/dedhamk12maus/gmdplieumn2clevlukb5/sos-friendzy-1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741382804/dedhamk12maus/gmdplieumn2clevlukb5/sos-friendzy-1.jpg","width":600}])
This spring students will take the MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System). MCAS provides us with a snapshot in time of where our students are performing academically. It is important to help make sure that your student is well-rested and present for these days, please check dates to avoid conflicts with any appointments scheduled.
![Sources of Strength Spirit Week - Next Week]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1736263020/dedhamk12maus/uc078uq8szw9zpyz5okp/sos-wheel.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1736263020/dedhamk12maus/uc078uq8szw9zpyz5okp/sos-wheel.jpg","width":500}])
Our amazing Sources of Strength group has planned a Spirit Week connected to the Sources of Strength Wheel. Join Us! January 13-17, 2025
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]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1736263212/dedhamk12maus/kj5wgtb47fxld36x2ffp/collegeday.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1736263212/dedhamk12maus/kj5wgtb47fxld36x2ffp/collegeday.jpg","width":500}])
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.
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]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730906349/dedhamk12maus/lj2w0mnejoxwlk2lfiuh/UMH2024.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730906349/dedhamk12maus/lj2w0mnejoxwlk2lfiuh/UMH2024.png","width":500}])
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!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1691525720/dedhamk12maus/uiopdf0ube9wy1vna1ag/learningresourceicon.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1691525720/dedhamk12maus/uiopdf0ube9wy1vna1ag/learningresourceicon.png","width":500}])
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.
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