Discover a variety of spring programs and get a preview of exciting summer opportunities happening throughout the school district and town. Click here to view the full Community Bulletin: https://conta.cc/44OPrI4.
Discover a variety of spring programs and get a preview of exciting summer opportunities happening throughout the school district and town. Click here to view the full Community Bulletin: https://conta.cc/44OPrI4.
The Medway Friends of Performing Arts is kicking off its month-long annual campaign for May—$5 for Fortissimo. We are seeking donations to help us continue to fund grants. This year, we funded over $9,000 for the performing arts for the students at Medway Public Schools.
We will be collecting donations at all school concerts in May. You can also contribute using Venmo @Medwayfriendsofperformingarts (note Annual Campaign) or sending a check to:
Medway Friends of Performing Arts
45 Holliston Street
Medway, MA 02053
Every Venmo/Check donation received by May 31st will be entered into a drawing to win a Season Pass - (2) tickets for one performance each of the MHS play, MMS play, MHS musical, and MMS musical.
Help the MFPA make some noise for the Performing Arts!
Reserve a table and enjoy some nosh on May 7 at the Medway Foundation for Performing Arts spring pops concert. Join us at Medway High School at 7:00 pm. Limited table reservations will be available until May 3, but general seating will be available at no cost on the bleachers.
Make Your Voice Heard at Medway’s Annual Town Meeting – May 12, 2025
Final approval of the Town’s budget will occur at the Annual Town Meeting on Monday, May 12, 2025, at Medway High School, beginning at 7:00 pm. In addition to a vote on the FY26 budget, several articles on the warrant directly impact the Medway Public Schools.
The following votes are scheduled:
Special Town Meeting
Article 5: Reallocate unused funds from completed capital projects to support heating and cooling system upgrades across Medway Schools.
Annual Town Meeting
Article 1: Fund the Hanlon Track and Field replacement.
Article 6: Approve the FY26 Medway Schools operating budget.
Article 14: Provide funding for bathroom upgrades at McGovern Elementary School.
Article 15: Fund the boiler replacement project at Medway High School.
Your participation is essential. Join us and help shape the future of Medway Schools.
The Community Update shares a note of gratitude to the School Committee, Select Board, Finance Committee, and Town Manager Michael Boynton for the collaborative effort in supporting funding for Medway Schools in FY26. Your support helps ensure we continue meeting the needs of all students.
Final budget approval happens at the Annual Town Meeting on May 12 at 7:00 pm in the auditorium at Medway High School. Important votes ahead—please join us! Read the full agenda here: https://www.medwayschools.org/article/1342509
All Medway Public Schools will be closed on Friday, April 18, in observance of Good Friday.
This bulletin is packed with exciting spring programs — from traditional egg hunts to flashlight egg hunts and more! Plus, check out upcoming programs and job openings in both the School & Town in this week's Community Bulletin: https://conta.cc/4cSjtwR.
All Medway Public Schools will be closed from Monday, April 21, to Friday, April 25, for Spring Break. Be safe and enjoy time with family and friends!
Streams and Broadcasts at 7 pm to:
vimeo.com/event/5065242
www.medwaycable.com
www.facebook.com/medwaycable
Broadcasts to cable subscribers on Comcast Ch 6 and Verizon Ch 35
Join us tonight for the Hanlon Field Public Forum! Everyone is welcome to take part in the discussion. We hope to see you at 7:00 pm in the Middle School presentation room (Door 7) at 45 Holliston St.
Spring has arrived! Explore all the fresh events and programs in this week’s Community Bulletin: https://conta.cc/3E3p7ix
In partnership with the MFPA, Medway High School will host the 3rd Annual Swing & Sing concert, a night of Jazz and a capella. Experience an evening filled with extraordinary musical talent as the high school jazz band, the middle school jazz band, and the high school a cappella groups take the stage in a vibrant celebration of creativity and artistry.
We hope to see you on April 9, 2025, at 7:00 pm in the High School Auditorium at 88 Summer Street. Purchase tickets using this link: https://bit.ly/4kE7BSw.
In partnership with the MFPA, Medway High School will host the 3rd Annual Swing & Sing concert, a night of Jazz and a capella.
Experience an evening filled with extraordinary musical talent as the high school jazz band, the middle school jazz band, and the high school a cappella groups take the stage in a vibrant celebration of creativity and artistry.
We hope to see you on April 9, 2025, at 7:00 pm in the High School Auditorium at 88 Summer Street. Purchase tickets using this link: https://bit.ly/4kE7BSw.
School Committee meeting tonight, Thursday, April 3, at 6:00 pm. All are welcome to attend the meeting in the Presentation Room (Door 7) at the Medway Middle School, 45 Holliston St. Agenda items include an elementary school update from Amy McDonald, Principal of the McGovern Elementary School, and John Kelley, Principal of the Burke/Memorial School. Discussion items include a first reading of the facility's rental rate, an update on community education's financials, and feedback on the district improvement plan presentation. Action items include the consideration of the approval of the FY26 proposed school department budget, the use of school choice funds to supplement the proposed FY26 budget, approval of the food services management contract, the Superintendent's appointment to ACCEPT collaborative and the Education Collaborative Board of Directors for the '25/'26 school year. Agenda: https://bit.ly/4iZLhl8
UPDATE - THE LOCATION OF THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CHANGED TO THE PRESENTATION ROOM (DOOR 7) AT THE MEDWAY MIDDLE SCHOOL, 45 HOLLISTON ST.
The school committee invites families to join town and school officials at the Medway Middle School (Presentation Room - Door 7) on Monday, April 14, 2025, at 7:00 pm for a public forum on the Hanlon Field and Track Project. Participate in the process to learn about the replacement options for the project and provide valuable feedback to help move this project forward.
Have you got your tickets yet? Medway Middle School’s Department of Performing Arts presents Matilda Jr. this weekend! Don’t miss the performances on Friday, April 4, at 7:30 PM, and Saturday, April 5, at 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM. Get your tickets now: www.mmsperformingarts.com!
Transportation registration for the 2025-2026 school year is LIVE!
Registration will be processed through the Parent Portal: https://bit.ly/3oNGS8Z.
Please note that ALL students for whom transportation is requested must be registered, including those for whom no payment is required. Registrations requiring payment must be fully paid within 5 days of registration, or the registration will be canceled.
A synopsis of the program is as follows:
• Students in Kindergarten through 6th Grade who live more than 2 miles from school will receive school transportation at no cost
• Students in Kindergarten through 6th Grade who live less than 2 miles from school, and all students in Grades 7-12 who do not qualify for free transportation, can participate in transportation via the district’s Pay to Ride program. The program is structured as follows:
There is a $265 annual fee for the first child in a family and a $160 yearly fee for each additional child, with an annual family cap of $585.
Students may take a different bus in the morning than in the afternoon, but each bus (morning and afternoon) must be consistent throughout the week.
Example of approved scenario:
Morning pickup on Bus A at home
Afternoon drop-off on Bus B at daycare
Example of approved scenario:
Morning pickup on Bus A at home
Bus to MEDI on M, T, W
Either Bus A or Bus B on Th, F (must be the same on both days)
*Note: MEDI manages transportation to and from MEDI and is not considered a separate stop
In addition, families who meet the federal guidelines for free and reduced lunch will not be required to pay for transportation. At this time, qualification based on the income eligibility guidelines for the 2024/25 school year will provide eligibility for free transit for 2025/26.
The School Committee approved the 2025-26 Transportation Handbook at its February 27th meeting.
Please note that per Medway School Committee policy JFBB, School Choice students are not eligible for district transportation.
Are you looking for resources to help your child manage stress? Are you curious about how other parents are handling screen time concerns? Join us at the Medway Public Library this Friday, March 28, from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM for the Medway Parent Café. Connect with other parents and meet Medway Public Schools' District Social Worker, Joanna Cyr, and Mental Health Family Liaison, Susan Cummings. No registration is required. If you can’t attend but want access to resources, scan the QR code in the post or click on this link: https://bit.ly/41JVewQ
The next meeting of the School Committee is Thursday, March 27, at 6:00 pm. All are welcome to attend the meeting, which will take place in the Presentation Room (Door 7) at the Medway Middle School, 45 Holliston Street. Agenda items include the announcement that the Burke/Memorial Plaque nominations are now open and a wellness program update from Dr. Ryan Sherman. A first reading of multiple policies, approval of the Middle School program of studies, and approval of summer adventure camp salaries. Read the complete agenda here: https://bit.ly/4kW3stj
All Medway Public Schools, including the District, are experiencing issues with sending messages to families. We are actively working to resolve the problem and hope to have it fixed as soon as possible. We appreciate your patience as we work through the issue.
