Medford Schools Open Online Kindergarten Registration

Here's how you can register for kindergarten online.

Medford Postpones Middle School, Before/After School Lotteries

School officials are exploring ways to conduct virtual lotteries for middle school and before/after school selection.

Medford Schools Donate To Nurses Association, Health Board

MPS officials gathered gloves, masks, cleaning supplies and gowns to help during the coronavirus crisis.

Medford Elementary School Parent Tests Positive For Coronavirus

Health officials ask that all students and staff at the Brooks Elementary School self-isolate until March 27.

MA Coronavirus: Daycares, Early Education Centers To Close

The state stepped in Wednesday and ordered all daycares and child care centers to close Monday.

Tufts University Student Tests Positive For Coronavirus

The university announced this week it will close its campus and move classes online for the rest of the semester.

Medford Public Schools To Close For 2 Weeks

The Medford Public Schools joined other nearby districts Thursday in canceling school for at least two weeks.

Tufts Extends Spring Break, Moves Online Amid Coronavirus Fears

The university is closing its campus to students as Massachusetts enters a state of emergency over the spread of the coronavirus.

2 Medford Educators Self-Isolate For Coronavirus

Officials said two MPS employees have not experienced symptoms but recently traveled to an area with widespread cases of the coronavirus.

Here's Who Will Study The Future Of Medford High School

The Vision Committee, consisting of 15 members of the community, will develop the master vision plan for the high school.

Volunteers Give Medford High School A Makeover

A group of volunteers led by Bill Carr, Larry White and Mayor Breanna Lungo-Koehn helped beautify parts of Medford High School last month.

Medford Students' Proposed Styrofoam Ban Wows City Council

The City Council recently voted to move forward on a proposed ordinance after hearing from two Medford High students.

Medford Voke Awarded $287K Skills Capital Grant

MTVHS will use the funding to develop a new Engineering Technology Training Center.

Coronavirus: How Medford Schools Are Responding

While the risk to the public remains low, a top CDC official said it's only a matter of time before the virus spreads across the U.S.

Medford Schools Ushering In State's Traveling Book Exhibit

MPS is the first district to host the "Welcoming Library," which curates books about the immigrant experience and commonalities of families.

Medford Could See 1 Percent Increase In State Education Aid

But the school district would also be required to increase local aid by 3.7 percent under the state's new education funding bill.

Tufts To Analyze Legislation, Ballot Questions In Real Time

Tufts announced the creation of a non-partisan center to research key issues in Massachusetts political and civil life in real time.

Police Believe Medford HS 'Unknown Substance' Was Cleaning Agent

There were no ill effects from the substance among students and staff, according to Police Chief Jack Buckley.

'Unidentified Substance' Found Twice At Medford High School

The substance was most recently found on a window sill in a heavily used hallway, according to Headmaster Paul D'Alleva.

‘Look Up Challenge’ Encourages Kids To Put Down Their Phones Together

Sixth graders at the McGlynn Middle School in Medford admit smartphones are a big part of life.

Mustang Hall Of Fame Adds 2 Categories, Opens 2020 Nominations

There are now two more ways to get inducted into the Mustang Hall of Fame.

Tufts Students Strike For Climate Change

Two hundred students walked out of class Friday in the university's second climate change strike of the semester.

Tufts University Cuts Ties With Purdue Pharma Founders

The university announced Thursday it is removing the Sackler family's name from its buildings and medical school programs.

Medford Public Schools Closed Tuesday, Dec. 3

It's the first snow day of the season for Medford students.

Students In Medford Come Together To Support 13-Year-Old Battling Cancer

Teens in Medford spent Friday supporting a classmate who battling cancer through love and donations.

Medford Middle Schools To Rally Around Student Battling Lymphoma

On Nov. 1, middle schoolers are invited to wear gear in support of "D-Team Strong Day" and attend a fundraiser at LoConte Rink.

Bullying In Medford: Share Your Stories With Patch

October is National Bullying Prevention Month, and Patch is taking a look at the impact of bullying in Medford.

Medford MCAS Results: Schools Making 'Substantial Progress'

Medford's MCAS scores were lower than the state average for meeting or exceeding expectations on 15 of 19 tests.

Medford Senior Is National Merit Scholarship Semi-Finalist

Semi-finalists for the scholarship were announced on Wednesday.

Medford High School Makes Boston Magazine's Top 100

See how MHS compared to 148 other greater Boston high schools.

Medford Unveils Two Additional 3D Crosswalks At Elementary Schools

Mayor Stephanie M. Burke along with students, teachers, and local officials will unveil the 3rd 3D crosswalk...

City Of Medford Accepts $450,000 From Tufts University

Mayor Stephanie M. Burke announced that the City has received a $450,000 Payment In Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) from Tufts University...

Medford Receives School Supply Donations

Mayor Stephanie M. Burke is pleased to announce that the 12th Annual Back to School Drive was an overwhelming success.

Medford High School Holds First Summer Graduation Ceremony

Thirteen students who completed their degree requirements this summer were honored at the district's inaugural summer ceremony.

What's New At Medford Public Schools This Year?

No more middle school selection, a return to the Greater Boston League and more. Here's what to expect heading into the 2019-20 school year.

Medford 2019-20 School Calendar: First Day Of School, Days Off

When's the first day of school for Medford students? Plus, other must-know dates for students, parents and teachers.

Medford Students Deliver Lasting Impact With Civic Projects

Center for Citizenship and Social Responsibility teaches planning, communication, leadership and how to make a difference in the community.

Medford To Introduce Middle School Sports This School Year

City invests $75,000 into trial program designed to develop skills, draw more students to public high school.

Dr. Peter Cushing Brings Diverse Education Background To Medford

The Lynn native was named assistant superintendent in Medford after stops at Narragansett Regional and Bartlett High Schools.

Medford Unveils Second 3D Crosswalk

The optical illusion, designed to get drivers to slow down, was installed outside another local elementary school.