School Committee Policies, Procedures, and Rules
School Committee Policies, Procedures, and Rules
Please find below the policies and procedures, and well as the rules of the Malden School Committee:
History of the Malden Public Schools
Malden Public Schools:
Malden Public Schools (MPS) began with the establishment of Malden High School in 1857. MPS currently serves over 6,000 students in grades preK-12.
Notable Achievements and Traditions
Proudly Diverse
# 1 Most Diverse School District in Massachusetts
# 1 Most Diverse Public High School in Massachusetts
Junior Varieties
Junior Varieties is the oldest high school variety show in the country. Each year’s show follows a new theme and features a mix of comedy, vocal, instrumental , dance, and other performances. The show is largely led by that year’s junior classmen, but students of all grade levels can participate and each grade is given their own part in the show.
The Blue and Gold
Malden High School’s official newspaper, The Blue and Gold, has been publishing for over 100 years, making it the second-oldest running public high school newspaper in the country. Over the years, the paper has won many awards including some from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association, the New England Scholastic Press Association (NESPA), and Suffolk University.
District Report Card
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
Please click HERE for the district report card.
Quick Facts about the School and District Report Card
Eliot Family Resource Center Food Pantry
Please read the following message and the flyer below from the Eliot Family Resource Center in Everett:
In effort to accommodate current health concerns, our Family Resource Center’s new hours are Monday – Friday from 8 am to 2 pm. We are open for families to pick up food from our pantry, with pre-packed bags ready for them at the door. The FRC’s other programs are suspended as of right now. Please contact us if there are any questions or concerns, 781-581-4750.
Thank you,
FRC staff
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Eliot Community Human Services
548 Broadway (Entrance on Maple Avenue)
Everett, MA 02149
Phone: 781-581-4750
Fax: 617-203-3115
Facebook @ELIOTCHSFRC
https://www.facebook.com/EliotchsFRC/
Coronavirus Information
Coronavirus Information
Massachusetts 2-1-1 – Massachusetts residents are urged to use 2-1-1 for information, resources, and referrals regarding COVID-19. Operators are staffing this hotline 24/7 and translators are available in multiple languages. Residents with questions can dial 2-1-1 from any landline or cellphone or use the live chat option on the https://mass211.org
Superintendent’s Letter to MPS Families Dated March 29, 2020
Superintendent’s Letter to MPS Families Dated March 16, 2020
Available in:
Spanish
Portuguese
Arabic
Vietnamese
Haitian Creole
Chinese
Superintendent’s Letter on School Closure Dated March 12, 2020
Available in:
Spanish
Portuguese
Arabic
Vietnamese
Haitian Creole
Chinese
Superintendent’s Letter to MPS Families Dated March 11, 2020
Superintendent’s Letter to MPS Families Dated March 5, 2020
Available in:
Spanish
Portuguese
Arabic
Vietnamese
Haitian Creole
Chinese
CDC Resource: Coronavirus-Disease 2019 (Covid-19) and Children
Malden Public Schools Sick Day Guidelines
City of Malden Health Department: Updates and Information
MA Department of Public Health – Coronavirus Webpage
Center’s for Disease Control & Prevention Updates
MA Department of Health Coronavirus Fact Sheets
Avaliable in:
English
Traditional and Simplified Chinese
Spanish
Portuguese
Haitian Creole
Vietnamese
Malden Public Schools – Sick Day Guidelines
Parents/Guardians:
Please read the information provided below regarding the extra precaution needed in order to stay healthy during this season:
Student Technology
Malden Public Schools believes that by providing devices to students, we create opportunities to gives them quick access to information, open up creative opportunities, and prepares them with the skills needed to be successful in a 21st century world. In participating in supporting a 1:1 program, Malden is working to ensure that all students have access to technology. Students in grades K-5 students will have access to shared tech carts, while students in grades 6-8 will participate in a 1:1 program. Students in grades 9-12 will also participate in a 1:1 program with the addition that they may take their device home.
Below you will find documentation of policies and more information:
Grades 9-12 Insurance Document
DESE’s My Teacher is aMAzing Commercial
Dear Malden Public Schools Students, Staff and Families,
Recently the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) selected Malden Public Schools to be featured in their upcoming advertisement.
The attached advertisement showcases the vibrant diversity and wonderful work that happens in our schools. We are very proud of our students, educators as well as the amazing support we receive from the families and community. Together, we have achieved amazing things and we will continue to do so.
We are truly honored that DESE selected Malden Public Schools for this opportunity. The advertisement is scheduled to air on TV and radio from January 7th to February 2nd. There will also be print and billboard advertisements.
“Every child deserves a champion – an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection, and insists that they become the best that they can possibly be.” – Rita Pierson
John Oteri
Superintendent