District Report Card

This report card contains information required by the federal Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) for our school and district including: student enrollment and teacher qualifications, student achievement, accountability, and the progress our school is making toward narrowing proficiency gaps for different groups of students. FAQs about the School and District Report Cards.

Report Card Letter FY22-23 – ENGLISH

Report Card Letter FY22-23 – PORTUGUESE

Report Card Letter FY22-23 – SPANISH

Report Card Letter FY22-23 – HAITIAN CREOLE

Report Card Letter FY22-23 – ARABIC

Report Card Letter FY22-23 – CHINESE

Report Card Letter FY22-23 – VIETNAMESE

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K-2 Return Survey Links for Families

At this time, the district has welcomed our high-needs students for in-person instruction on Tuesday January 19th. On Monday, January 25, our grades PreK-2 staff will return to our buildings, with PreK-2 students beginning a hybrid learning model Monday, February 1st. 

As part of our planning, we are asking families to fill out this very simple survey below to let us know if your child is going to return on Feb. 1st for in-person learning. We ask that you complete it by the end of the day Thursday, January 21st so Principals can arrange for even classroom cohorts and be able to inform families prior to the start of in-person learning beginning February 1st. 

English:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScjXRaiowUZc8WDYNv-D1ebR7y6FGIMF7gRqMp0CH9zJCyoxA/viewform

Español: 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScIjuHercZ_ewWZ4xEPSEkxheM46-kwDZZdw-JZLOyCUeW1_A/viewform

Português: 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc90SfuGccEwL-U9KNsTWBcEeWvFmKlrnhPlQ-kdKinDOqUHQ/viewform

عربى:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc-9N3qIcV2WSpSQ5JedzHp9GFeHwe2qgv_M9c6LCe5pKFihw/viewform

አማርኛ:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeVf28I1b9tpNupqd2ce_GLc9Ikt-2ZTFliREW_Iz6OtPLUaQ/viewform

中文:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc5ORfT9TVvG7My-CaYP3HNYjaCzvOJ5iwKX2pmTJlnPQigIw/viewform

Tiếng Việt:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSftSdagxv7_aQgqJuxZuMSQocmH0HUABdn3eN94z9qFMFq8KA/viewform

Kreyòl:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeLW_2j7Y0YoQkvbZ6mfhcHv7O42pd88sCF6wzcQmZF0ekk4g/viewform

January 15, 2021

MPS Reopening – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Below are some answers to FAQs regarding reopening plans:

What will school schedules look like?

The district is now working with the Malden Education Association regarding the details of our school schedules once we begin our hybrid learning model. It is our goal to have schedules resemble a “normal” school day as much as possible.

Will my child’s teacher change?

If we are able to secure live streaming, we believe we will be able to keep most of our students with the same teacher. 

What health and safety measures will be in place?

All K-2 students and staff will be required to wear masks, covering the face and nose, at all times while in our school buildings. We will also provide for social distancing and frequent hand-washing opportunities. Our custodial staff will be cleaning and disinfecting high-touch surfaces throughout the school day.

Daily Screening Protocol for Families

MASK POLICY

When will students come to school and when will they learn remotely?

Through our hybrid model, we will have half our students in Cohort A and half in Cohort B. Cohort A will attend in-person classes on Mondays and Tuesdays, while Cohort B will attend in-person classes on Thursdays and Fridays. Students who elect to remain remote will be home all five days. Wednesdays will continue to be remote learning days for all students and staff. School buildings will be closed and thoroughly disinfected on these days. 

How will cohorts be determined?

Our principals are building cohorts that make the most sense for their building schedules; they are examining sibling lists, services, and student needs to inform the creation of cohorts. Notification of cohort assignments will be on or before January 27th. 

How can I request that my child continue with 100% remote learning?

We will continue to offer a full remote learning option for students whose families request it. To discuss this option, please contact your child’s school office as soon as possible. 

How will meals work with the hybrid model?

In December, 2020, MPS became eligible for the Community Eligibility Provision program from the state. As a result, all students will receive free lunch. Meals will likely be served in classrooms or other spaces to allow for proper social distancing.

Will lunch be served in school?

We will serve lunch in school adhering to all the protocols and safety guidelines.  

Will I see a reduction in P-EBT benefits if my child is engaged in hybrid learning?

If you choose hybrid learning for your student, the amount awarded in P-EBT benefits will decline from $117.20 to $58.60. This decline will not take place if your student remains in remote learning.

Will my child be required to get the flu vaccine?

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is removing the requirement for flu vaccination for attendance in childcare/preschool, primary, secondary and postsecondary education. Preliminary data show that this has been a mild flu season to date, presumably as people have received their seasonal flu vaccine and have been adhering to mask-wearing and social distancing due to COVID-19. Given the intensive Commonwealth-wide efforts regarding COVID-19 vaccination, DPH wants to alleviate the burden to obtain flu vaccination and focus on continuing our COVID -19 vaccination efforts. DPH continues to strongly recommend that everyone age six months and older receive their seasonal flu vaccine each year. 

Will there be after-school programs after February 1?

At this point, we cannot implement before- and after-school programs due to health and safety concerns. It is our hope that we can resume these programs before the end of the school year. This will depend on the status of COVID-19 in our community.

Is antigen testing available?

Yes, we now have BinaxNow antigen testing available. This is a very accurate test for people who are symptomatic or believe they may have COVID-19. The test is available in each school’s nurse’s office and merely requires consent from the parent/guardian to administer it to students. The results are available in 15 minutes.  

Is there any additional testing available?

Malden Public Schools has applied to be part of the Governor’s offer to do “pool testing” in the schools.  We will update the community once that information is available.  

Malden Public Schools
April Vacation Week Activities

Message to Malden Public Schools Families:
April 21-24 marks the official April vacation week, and although teachers might not be officially online, we understand that some families may be looking for activities to keep students engaged.   We have worked on providing a schedule of activities (below) to keep the learning going throughout the break. Teachers will not be collecting or grading this work, but please feel free to draw upon the activities and use them as they fit your family’s needs.  We look forward to officially welcoming you back on April 27th!

PreK and Up
Lesley University Learning Activities PreK-5
WGBH Distance Learning for Families
Check out the K-5 activities below as well.  Many can be adapted for preschoolers!

K-5 Activities

Don’t forget – WGBH has a wealth of fun, engaging resources organized by subject and grade level.  This site is easy to navigate – enjoy the exploration!  WGBH Distance Learning for Families

Still want more?  Check out the activities below – many of them can be adapted for younger learners!

Grades 6-12
Projects to Beat Boredom 

National Poetry Month
April is National Poetry Month and April 30th is “Poem in Your Pocket Day.”  
Check out poets.org for some cool suggestions on how to celebrate.
Search through the collection of poems (they are organized by theme, poet, and occasion) and pick one – or a few – that speak to you. Create a poster that includes the poem and an illustration. On the back of the poster, tell a little bit about why you chose that poem.  Or, consider writing your own poem about what you’re experiencing in the world right now.

Earth Day 2020
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
Earth Day is meant to be a day for the world to remember the importance of the earth and celebrate environmental protection. This year is particularly noteworthy as it is the 50th anniversary since the day was officially created in 1970. 
For information on the Earth Day, and activities for you to be involved, go to these sites:

• Earth Day History
• Things you can do today
• Virtual Activities and Ideas to Contribute
• Explore the Earth- Starting right here in Malden!

Heroes All Around
Mr. Rogers is quoted as saying, “When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, ‘Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.’”

Take a few moments to watch the news.  Among all of the scary things in the news, can you see the helpers?  Who are they? Choose one of those helpers and write a letter to them – you might want to let them know how much you appreciate their work and why, or you might want to express how brave you think they are and why, or you might even just want to give them a few words of comfort and support.  Perhaps the “helper” is someone living with you – they could use a few kind words as well. If you know the helper you are writing to, you might consider sharing your words with them. If you don’t know the helper you are writing to, just know that expressing your gratitude on paper might help make you feel a little more positive about the world.

Kindness Challenge
Can you give a gift each day for a whole month?  It is tougher than it sounds! Consider doing a Kindness Challenge with your friends.  You need a piece of paper to log your activity. Next, here is what you need to do:

1. 1. Each day, think about what “gift” you would like to give.  Examples include: Making a phone call to a family member you haven’t seen in a while; giving a compliment to a sibling (or keeping quiet instead of giving an unkind word!); helping with a chore that you weren’t asked to do, etc.
   2. Once you think about the gift and do it, enter it onto your log.  Make note of the date and the “gift” for the day and start to think about possible gifts for the following day.
   3. If you miss a day, you have to go back and start all over again at Day 1!
   4. At the end of your month of giving, write about the following:
      1. 1. How did it make you feel to give to others?
         2. What was your favorite gift to give and why?
         3. Did you notice a change in yourself over the month?  Explain.

(Adapted from 29gifts.org)

Explore the Ocean
Developed by the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of Natural History and more than 20 collaborating organizations, this unique, interactive online source of stories, videos, games, and amazingly beautiful images is devoted to ocean life, ecosystems, and ocean science. Click here to get started!

Google Ocean – As part of Google Earth, this ocean layer allows students to explore the depths of the ocean, view content from marine experts, discover surf and dive spots, and even check out 3-dimensional views of shipwrecks like the Titanic. Visit the Earth here!

PBS Build Big Challenges (Offline Activity)
Use materials found around your  home to build a Dome, Bridge, Skyscraper, or Dam.

Personal Finance/Post School planning (grades 9-12)
Payback: A financial simulator game that helps you plan how to pay back your student loan.

SimCompanies
Simulation game to experience what is is like to run a business

Live Science Class with Mark Rober (Youtube) Science level varies. Appropriate for grades 9-12, though grades 6-8 would enjoy.
Mark Rober is a former NASA engineer who now creates content on Youtube. Many know him for his over the top experiments/ engineer designs (like can you swim in jello?), but check out these live Science lessons  he started creating which feature challenges at the end of each video. Lessons last 20-30 minutes.

EL Resources/Activities
Login to Imagine Learning – Challenge yourself to 30 minutes a day!

ESL at Home tech free (8 weeks, translations available) https://eslathome.edublogs.org/?fbclid=IwAR31F-8IrTpKX4r7LpMV9slNARogfT4cCS0UGYA7kInFnG019S78vHNCb6c

Virtual Field Trips 
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1. 1. • Virtual Field Trip: Exploring Cuba
      • Virtual Field Trip: Galapagos Islands     Spanish Version
      • Virtual Field Trip: Paris City of Light      French Version
      • Virtual Field Trip: Barcelona       Spanish Version
      • Virtual Field Trip: National Parks – Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana & Colorado

Don’t forget – WGBH has a wealth of fun, engaging resources organized by subject and grade level.  This site is easy to navigate – enjoy the exploration!  
WGBH Distance Learning for Families