Beating the Odds: Top Schools That Succeed Despite Inequality

Schools are spread across the country. None in Massachusetts made the list.

Massachusetts High Schools Ranked Among Nation's Top 500

Nineteen schools in the commonwealth made the list, and Dover-Sherborn cracks the top 20 in the country, according to Newsweek's rankings.

Safety Comes First as Kids and Parents Get Ready For New School Year

Police Chief urges students and parents to follow these safety guidelines.

Wakefield Students Buzzing About Books

Wakefield Co-operative Bank among local businesses that hosted student book groups last week.

Local Student Named to Dean's List at Roger Williams

John Nardone is majoring in finance.

Wakefield Ranks Among Top School Districts for Teacher

A national research group ranks the best teachers in districts across the commonwealth and country. Wakefield is ranked #39.

Massachusetts Schools Ranked Tops in Nation

WalletHub study broke down the best and worst school systems in the country.

Local Student Graduates from Roger Williams University

Brendon Perry earns a degree in psychology.

Local Student Makes Dean's List

Rebecca Quirk earns honors at St. Joseph's University.

Puritan Lawn Awards Scholarships to Area Students

Puritan Lawn Memorial Park Announces Recipients of 2015 Scholarships

Wakefield Memorial High School Receives $500 From Middlesex DA's Office

The school was one of 20 to be given money to fund substance-free after-prom and graduation events.

Bishop Fenwick Choral Students complete clean sweep of Gold Awards at Heritage National Music Festival in New York City

Award winning choral students directed by Wakfield resident Dr. Kellie Tropeano, and including Wakfield resident Laura Pasquale '17.

Wakefield Rotary Club Announces Competitive $10K Scholarship

Rotary scholarship announced

WMGLD Announces Essay Contest Winners

WMGLD Announces Essay Contest Winners

St. Joseph School Welcomes Sue Christiansen

Sue and her guide dog, Tilly, visited Grade 3

St. Joseph School Girls Get W.I.S.E.

7th Graders attend Women in Science and Engineering Program

WHS School to Work program Visits The Savings Bank

WHS School to Work program students visit The Savings Bank

Massachusetts Ranked as State with Best Anti-Bullying Laws, Policies

While kids in Massachusetts may not escape bullying completely, parents can be relieved knowing the state has laws against bullying.

Saint Joseph School Welcomes Carole Rossick

Third grade learns about technology for individuals with hearing loss

Petition Urges Massachusetts to Change School Start Time

The extra sleep would help students across the state perform better in school, The American Academy of Pediatrics reports.

Saint Joseph School Celebrates Catholic Schools Week

Photo of Mrs. Nanopoulos' Pre-K Class

Wakefield Fire Chief Reads to Students

Chief Sullivan read to Grade 3 students at Saint Joseph School

RMLD Honors Local Elementary School Students

Reading Municipal Light Department recently honored 14 elementary school students from its service territory for their prize-winning entries

Massachusetts Schools Get a B, Best Grade in Nation

United States schools ranked at a C overall and Massachusetts topped all other states in the nation in a new study from Education Week.

How Did Wakefield's Educators Perform In The State Evaluation?

The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education has released results of the 2013-14 Educator Evaluation.

Rising Salaries Make Mass. One of Best States for Teachers, Report Says

Massachusetts ranked No. 4 on a survey of the best states in the country for teachers.

Wakefield Resident Nominated as James Otis Scholar

Students were chosen on the basis of academic performance, extracurricular involvement and interest.

Forum Explores Funding for Schools

A public information session in Wakefield will provide residents with information on education funding reforms.

Shaw's Supermarkets Launches "We Love Our Schools" Campaign

Galvin Middle School Receives Donation From Shaw's Supermarket

Back to School Safety Tips for a Great Start to the School Year

The National Highway Traffic Safety Association offers tips for staying safe around school buses, in the road, and on a bike this fall.

You Snooze, You Win: APP Recommends Delaying Start Times of Classes for Teens to Combat Sleep Deprivation

The American Academy of Pediatrics is drawing connections between school hours and teen sleep deprivation.

When is the First Day of School?

Students in the Wakefield Public Schools head back after Labor Day.

What are School Supply List 'Must Haves'?

Back-to-school shopping has already started for supplies such as pencils and scissors.

Massachusetts Schools Ranked No. 2 in Nation

New Jersey topped WalletHub’s "Best and Worst School Systems" list.

12 School Districts to Receive Stipends for Substance-Free Post-Prom and Post-Graduation Events

Funds will help defray expenses associated with these events.

Wakefield Public Schools Closed Thursday

Virtual Classes to Offset Snow Days?

One local high school gave it a try.

Snow Days Don't Impact Student Learning, Harvard Professor Finds

New findings from Harvard reveal that keeping schools open during a storm could be potentially more detrimental to learning than school closure.

Budget forum starting

Kim Smith Appointed as Wakefield's Assistant Superintendent

Superintendent Stephen Zrike announced WHS principal's new role Tuesday, effective this summer.