The pre-frontal cortex is one of the last areas of the brain to mature. It's the area responsible for planning, prioritizing, and decision-making. Studies show that brain development occurs up until the age of 25. Reading, exercising, and spending time with family are all ways to aid in the healthy development of your brain. #buildingbrightbrains
Medway Public Schools is hiring for the following positions:
Maintenance Technician-full time
Coach-Football, head varsity
Daily substitutes (teachers/paras)
Daycare teacher/Teacher Assistant
Long Term Sub-Specialized Para
Long Term Sub-PreK Teacher
Paraprofessional - Instructional & Program
Teacher - English Language Learner
Teacher - Special Ed
Interested applicants are asked to apply via School Spring or email resume and references to hr@medwayschools.org
MSPTO's 9th Annual Holiday Pop-Up Shop is Wednesday, November 29, from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm in the lobby of Medway High School. Get started on your holiday shopping!
Important notice for Medway High School teachers and students. Please be aware that the Adams St Meadow Parking & TRAILS are CLOSED from November 15-22 so crews can complete the final project work. No parking in the lot or walking on the trail behind the HS will be allowed.
Medway Public Schools is looking to fill the following positions: HS ELA Teacher (Nov 1 - Approx. April 15), Daily substitute - HS Physics Teacher (now through approx. December 2023), Special Ed MMS, full-time (starting January 2024, Grade 4 teacher (now through approx. January 2024). Please email your resume and references to Carly Hofstra at chofstra@medwayschools.org
The Fall Town Meeting is TONIGHT, 11/13, at MHS at 7:00 pm. Please note that only registered voters are allowed to vote.
There is still time to sign up for babysitting. Use this link: https://docs.google.com/.../1V.../edit
Wishing a joyous and prosperous Diwali to all who celebrate the holiday!
Veterans Day, celebrated on 11/11, is a time to pay our respects to those who have served and the families who support them. There are many unique challenges veterans and their families face while in active service. Care Solace can offer support. If you or a family member would like to use Care Solace to help you find a mental health or substance use treatment provider:
Call 888-515-0595. Multilingual support is available 24/7/365.
Visit www.caresolace.com/medway and either search on your own OR click "Book Appointment" for assistance by video chat, email, or phone.
To all our veterans, we thank you for your service.
A reminder that there will be no school on Friday, November 10, 2023, in observance of Veteran’s Day.
Fall Town Meeting is on Monday, November 13th, at Medway High School, 88 Summer Street. All are welcome to join the meeting starting at 7:00 p.m. Please note that only registered voters are allowed to vote.
Babysitting will be available for FREE from 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm (hard stop even if the meeting runs over) at the Medway High School at 88 Summer Street. Supervision will include a district staff supervisor and student volunteers from the 533 Club. Use this form to register: https://bit.ly/46SwmCW (Required). It's important to note that there is a 30-person maximum, and each child in a family must be registered separately. Walk-ins will only be considered if available that evening and will be offered on a first-come-first-served basis. You will be notified via email if we meet maximum capacity.
Babysitting details:
Location: Medway High School Gym/Aerobics Room
Time: 6:30- 9:00 p.m.
Activities: Games and crafts
Registration: Required (please register each child separately)
Maximum: 30 person maximum (you will be notified via email if we reach the max)
Warrant: https://bit.ly/4758i02
Class Ring/Jewelry Order Event!!
Family Ordering Night
Wednesday, November 15th
4:30-6:00 PM in the Cafeteria
In school order day
Thursday & Friday, November 16th & 17th during lunches
Click on any image to go to the Medway HS landing page.
You can design & order your ring online @ www.jostens.com
You can also print out your web quote and bring it to the order table at school
ATTENTION Class of 2026!!
Ring information packets with individual finger sizers will be distributed at the sophomore class meeting. Extra information packets are available in the Main Office. You can place your order in school on the above dates or online. All rings/jewelry will be delivered at the Sophomore Ring Dance in the Spring. Three, four & six month Payment plans available. Visit www.jostens.com for more details.
Class jewelry orders placed on or before 11/29/2023 will be eligible for $40 off and one or more FREE gifts.
Research shows that caffeine can stunt a teen's maturing brain and lead to bone loss. It can worsen other health conditions that teens may already have and cause teens to lose much-needed sleep, in turn affecting their overall health. #buildingbrightbrains
Spooky fun at the Senior Halloween Parade!
The Girl Scouts of Medway, along with the Medway Turkey Trot, are co-sponsoring a food drive to benefit the Medway Food pantries. Please help people in need by dropping off non-perishable food items in the lobby of the Medway Middle School or Medway High School from 11/1/-11/17.
Did you know about 40% of 12-20-year-olds reported having tried alcohol at least once?
Check out this informative article from today.com on how to prevent your kids from abusing alcohol. https://on.today.com/3tI09j4
#BuildingBrightBrains #SUPMedway
Medway Public Schools is looking to fill the following positions;
High School ELA Teacher (November 1 - Approx. April 15) $200/day
Daily substitute - High School Physics Teacher (now through approx. December 2023) $110/day
Special Ed Teacher at Medway Middle School, full-time (starting January 2024)
Grade 4 teacher (now through approx. January 2024) $200/day
Please email your resume and references to Carly Hofstra at chofstra@medwayschools.org
The Indigenous People's Day Committee presents the walking tour with Medway's Open Spaces & Trails.
Jim Wickis of Medway's Open Spaces will provide a casual (40-minute) walking tour on Saturday, October 28, beginning at 10:00 am. The walking tour will start at the Adams Street Meadow (near the Adams Street parking lot). Mr. Wickis will identify native and non-native plants on Medway's nature trails. In addition, we will visit boxes along the path to learn about Indigenous People's history in Medway. All ages are welcome on this 40-minute, half-mile casual walking tour.
All Medway Public Schools will be CLOSED on Friday, November 10, in observance of Veterans Day. Honoring all who served.
The prefrontal cortex, responsible for executive function skills like impulse control, decision-making, and problem-solving, is the last to develop into the early 20s. Do not expect perfection, yet encourage these skills in teens as their brain develops to build a vital "executive function" muscle.
Key to substance use prevention is talking openly with our students and helping them understand the impact of substance abuse on their health. Studies show that the earlier an individual starts smoking, drinking, or using other drugs, the greater the likelihood of developing an addiction. The risk of addiction and substance abuse decreases yearly, and substance use is delayed during adolescent brain development. If you or a loved one is struggling, we want to remind you of Care Solace, a complimentary service available to the Medway Public Schools community. To find a substance use treatment or mental health care provider to help you through your challenges, contact Care Solace at 888-515-0595.
