Galvin Middle School Principal Gets Another Job

Adam Colantuoni​ has accepted a position in the Salem Public Schools district. He will stay on in Wakefield through this school year.

Wakefield School Committee Election 2021: Meet The Candidates

With two contested races and two uncontested races, four Wakefield School Committee seats are on the ballot.

Wakefield Election Profiles: Gregory Liakos, School Committee

Patch is making an effort to educate voters about their options ahead of the April 27 election.

Warrior Logo May Have Been Tradition, But Was Offensive: Survey

The Warrior survey didn't uncover anything new — this was a deeply divisive issue all around.

Goodbye, Warrior: Wakefield Schools Votes To Drop Logo

The School Committee retired the logo in a 5-2 vote. The district's sports teams will still be called Warriors.

Wakefield Must Drop Hurtful Warrior, Indigenous People Say

Those directly impacted by the Warrior depiction had their voices heard on what has become a heated conversation in Wakefield.

In Wakefield Area, Share Of College Grads Rises

The portion of U.S. residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been on the rise. See the data for Middlesex County.

Wakefield Public School Budget Documents

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Wakefield Invites Tribal Leaders To Discuss School Logo

Tribal leaders and representatives from across Massachusetts will discuss the use of Native American imagery in school logos.

Wakefield Public School Budget Hearing Will Be On March 18

There will be a Public Hearing on Thursday, March 18, 2021 at 6:00pm for the public to review and comment on the School Committee’s Budget.

Wakefield To Re-Examine Warrior Name, Logo

A petition was started last year to change the high school mascot, calling it "a harmful stereotype" of indigenous people.

Wakefield Public School Announces Public Forum On February 25

The Public Forum will take place on February 25, 2021 at 7:30 PM via Zoom.

Wakefield Public School's Kindergarten Registration 2021-2022

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New Northeast Metro Tech Design Starts To Take Shape

The project team is recommending a new building that would allow for an increased enrollment at the school.

'Vibrant' Speech Pathologist Remembered By Wakefield Schools

Pamela Wood, a staff member at the Greenwood and Doyle schools, was found dead Tuesday. Her son is expected to be charged with murder.

Remote Learning Gives Wakefield Snow Day Edge

Since the district is equipped for remote learning, that would be the first option in the event of a snowstorm.

COVID-19 Cases Among Wakefield Students Highest In State

Fifteen WPS students tested positive for the coronavirus between Nov. 12 and 18, according to DESE data released Friday.

Showcasing Student Artwork On Wakefield Public Schools' Website

"We are continuing to display student artwork in the slideshow of our district website."

Northeast Metro Tech Approves Move To Hybrid Learning

Northeast Metro Tech's School Committee voted Thursday night to start hybrid learning in December.

6 Wakefield Students Tested Positive For COVID-19 In October

Wakefield, which has been labeled high risk the past two weeks, released a new dashboard Tuesday on the virus's impact in town.

Wakefield Public Schools Budget Update

Wakefield Public Schools shared Budget Update on October 14, 2020.

Wakefield Hosting Drive-Thru Flu Clinic For Adults

The town will give out flu shots to adults 19 and over Oct. 17.

Second Resignation Leaves Opening On Wakefield School Committee

The town is seeking an interim School Committee member until the Town Election in April.

Second Immediate Opening On The Wakefield School Committee

If you recently applied within the last few weeks, there is no need to re-submit your application and resume.

Family Communication From Wakefield Public Schools

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Wakefield Student Named National Merit Semifinalist

The National Merit Scholarship Corporation this week announced semifinalists for 2021 scholarships, including hundreds in Massachusetts.

Northeast Metro Tech Changes Course, Will Start Remotely

The Wakefield-based vocational school, which draws students from several nearby communities, cited high COVID-19 numbers in Revere.

Equity In MA Schools: Where Wakefield Ranks

The new WalletHub ranking compares per-student spending to average household income. Towns with high income tended to be less equitable.

Salute Your 2020 Wakefield Grad On Patch With Photos, Messages

They might not have a traditional graduation ceremony this year, but they've worked hard to get to this point. Here's to the class of 2020!

Wakefield Schools Awarded $6K For Filtered Water Bottle Stations

The state gave $675,000 to 32 school districts where lead was detected in some drinking fixtures.

Wakefield Schools Closed Friday, March 13

Wakefield is also limiting non-essential public events and gatherings on town property.

Wakefield Could See 2 Percent Increase In State Education Aid

But the school district would also be required to increase local aid by 2.9 percent under the state's new education funding bill.

Scholarships Deadline Is Approaching

Applications must be postmarked by February 1, 2020

Wakefield Public Schools Closed Tuesday, Dec. 3

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

Bullying In Wakefield: Share Your Stories With Patch

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

After Crazy Opening Week, HS Football Teams Get back To Work

Reading, Lynnfield open their 2019 seasons on Friday.

Wakefield & Reading Students Financial Literacy Fair

Event at Melmark New England Teaches Important Subject to Students with Disabilities

10 Students From Wakefield Honored By UNH

School honors students for their spring academic work.

Class of 2019 Graduates From Northeast Metro Tech

Students from 12 towns with 15 technical areas of study graduated from Wakefield school.

Northeast Students Cook "Shock" Dogs Using Electricity

Wakefield student explains how he electrocutes a hot dog ... and it tastes better than a Fenway Frank.