Wakefield Schools to Take Part in International Walk to School Day

Two Wakefield schools will help raise awareness for safer walking and bicycling routes.

Wakefield's 2016 MCAS Results Slightly Down from Last Year

BREAKING: Here is how Wakefield students performed on the MCAS testing.

Wakefield Native Joins Cleveland Browns Practice Squad

The former Wakefield and Harvard standout was one of four players added to the Browns practice squad Thursday.

Wakefield Public Schools 2016-2017: Details About the New Curriculum

The first full day of school is September 7. Check out these changes in the English and Math curriculums.

Wakefield Gets Donation For A Sober Summer From Middlesex DA Ryan

Middlesex County District Attorney Marian Ryan presented a $500 check to Wakefield Memorial High for substance-free prom and graduation.

Wakefield Veteran Receives Diploma 72 Years Later

John Cerretani, 90, received an honorary diploma from Wakefield Memorial High School this weekend.

Norovirus Hits Wakefield School, Over 100 Out Sick

On Wednesday, 110 children called in sick and another 38 were sent home.

Wakefield Educational Achievement Above National Average, Study Finds

A study by Stanford University investigated the achievement gap between different school districts across the country.

U.S. News High School Rankings: Wakefield High Not Ranked

Wakefield High School was not ranked as one of the top 75 high schools in Massachusetts, nor was it ranked in the national rankings.

Devlin Medical Scholarship Fund Applications Now Available

Wakefield residents are eligible for the scholarship.

Wakefield Schools Call Two-Hour Delay Monday

Wakefield Public Schools will have two-hour delayed starts Monday.

Wakefield School Calendar: PARCC Testing, Concerts

Here are some highlights from the Wakefield Public Schools Calendar.

Wakefield Teens Make Second-Quarter Honor Roll At Austin Prep

Congratulations to the students from Wakefield.

MA Educator Evaluations: Did Wakefield Make the Grade?

The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education has released its educator evaluations for the 2014-2015 school year.

Where does Wakefield Rank Among Area School Districts?

Niche has released its 2016 school district rankings for the Boston Metro area.

Wakefield Students: Reading Any Good Books Today?

Wakefield's Public Schools have issued a challenge to their students on this snow day.

Wakefield School Closings: Public Schools Closed Monday

Wakefield's schools will close due to a snow storm set to hit the region Monday.

Wakefield Public Schools Closed Friday

With up to eight inches of snow expected overnight Thursday through Friday morning, school has been cancelled.

Wakefield High Bomb Threat: Building Cleared, Students Safe

An automated threat was sent to Wakefield High School Tuesday morning.

Saint Joseph School Holds An Open House

The open house will be held on Sunday, January 31 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm noon.

School Committee Meets Next Tuesday

Budget update is on the agenda.

Wakefield Students Inducted into Honor Society

Anna Cuevas and Emma Thompson honored at Champlain College.

Austin Preparatory School Announces Wakefield First-Quarter Honor Roll

Many Wakefield students achieved distinction and honors this Quarter.

Bando named to Castleton Hockey Team

The team finished 11-16 last season.

Wakefield High Joins Patriots Anti-Violence Partnership

AG Healey announces 98 high schools across the state to participate in Game Change: The Patriots Anti-Violence Partnership.

Local Student Earns President's Scholarship

William Sheerin of Wakefield was among 48 first-year students who received a President’s Scholarship this year at Keene State College.

Local Student Earns Dean's Scholarship at Keene State College

This renewable merit scholarship is awarded annually to incoming freshmen who demonstrate academic excellence.

Wakefield Resident Named to Dean's List at Azusa Pacific

Caroline Andrews is honored for the spring semester, 2015.

Wakefield Resident Named National Merit Commended Student

Megan Samuelrich is a senior at Commonwealth School in Boston.

Wakefield Police Help Out With International Walk to School Day

Walk to School Day events raise awareness of the need to create safer routes for walking and bicycling.

Dolbeare School Celebrates Walk to School Day

More than 400 students are expected to walk to school on Wednesday.

Massachusetts Ranked Best State for Teachers

Educators in the commonwealth make the 5th highest average salaries in the country, and generally work in quality schools, a study shows.

Medal of Honor Recipients Visit High School

The honorees arrived at the high school by Blackhawk helicopter.

How Much Does a Massachusetts College Graduate Make?

The U.S. Department of Education lists the top colleges and universities in terms of salary earned by graduates.

School Opens Soon; Motorists Watch for Students and Buses

Over the last decade, nearly one-third of child pedestrian fatalities occurred between 3 and 7 p.m.

How Does Wakefield Rate Among the State's Top School Districts?

Boston Magazine released its annual list, based on Education Department statistics.

New Assistant Superintendent Appointed

Doug Lyons comes to Wakefield from the Parker Middle School in Reading.

How Will Your Kids Get to School?

Wonder no more, the 2015-16 Wakefield bus schedule is here.

When Does School Start in Wakefield?

Check out the full 2015-16 Wakefield school calendar here.

Still Time to Shop For School Supplies in Wakefield

The school district has listed the school supplies you should pick up before the first day of school on Sept. 8.