🔧 Reverse Engineering in Action at Doherty Memorial High School 🔍 At this year’s Doherty Memorial High School Learning Fair, scholars didn’t just present what they’ve learned — they took it apart. Through a cross-disciplinary reverse engineering project, students brought academic concepts to life across five subjects, demonstrating both intellectual depth and real-world problem-solving. 💡 In Engineering, scholars disassembled real-world products and used professional Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software to model their inner workings. 📚 In History, they traced each product’s evolution, aligning technological advancements with key global events. ✍️ In English, they wrote technical descriptions using precise, industry-standard language. 🧬 In Biology, they analyzed how the human body interacts with the selected technologies. 📏 In Math, scholars applied the water displacement method to calculate density through hands-on experimentation. 📌 The result? Highly polished poster presentations that showcased rigorous research, collaboration, and thoughtful interdisciplinary integration. This multi-disciplinary project reflects dispositions of the Vision of a Learner future-ready framework including Curious Learner (CL 4), Effective Communicator (EC 3), and Problem Solver (PS 4). 👏 Congratulations to the scholars and educators at Doherty for fostering innovation, critical thinking, and real-world learning through this dynamic experience.
3 months ago, Worcester Public Schools
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Four dedicated educators come together, sharing smiles and teamwork in a bright, modern office space — the heart of collaboration and innovation in education.
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📚✨ Attendance Matters! 🏫 June has just 13 school days — let’s make every day count as we head toward the end of the school year! 🎉 Consistent attendance keeps students on track, boosts academic success, and builds lifelong habits. 📝💪 Together, we can show up, learn, and thrive! 🎓🌟 For tips on maintaining strong attendance: https://buff.ly/4h75OTc
3 months ago, Worcester Public Schools
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🎓🌟 Congratulations to the South High Class of 2025! We’re proud to recognize Alina Liu — an extraordinary student whose talents shine in both STEM and the arts — and who will be heading to Harvard University this fall! 🎉 As President of the Math Team and Co-Captain of the Science Olympiad, Alina has led with insight, drive, and innovation. Her leadership helped restructure programs to boost student engagement and success, leaving a lasting impact on the South High community. Beyond STEM, Alina brings her talents to the arts. She serves as Treasurer of the Tri-M Music Honor Society and plays a key leadership role in the school band program, where her organizational skills have helped ensure the success of many memorable performances. From calculus to clarinet, Alina does it all with kindness, dedication, and a deep passion for learning. Her journey is just beginning — and we can’t wait to see what she’ll accomplish next. 👏 Join us in celebrating Alina and all of South High’s graduating seniors! 🎓 Commencement takes place Wednesday, June 4 at 6:00 PM at the DCU Arena, 50 Foster Street.
3 months ago, Worcester Public Schools
Graduation announcement for Alina Liu, Valedictorian, Class of 2025.
Congratulations, Burncoat High School Class of 2025! 🎓 Take a look at some of our favorite moments from Tuesday night's commencement ceremony at the DCU Center.
3 months ago, Worcester Public Schools
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🎓 Congratulations to the Worcester Alternative School Class of 2025! Take a look at some of our favorite moments from Tuesday morning’s commencement ceremony at Polar Park’s DCU Club.
3 months ago, Worcester Public Schools
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A group of people pose for a photo, celebrating a graduation.
A group of people pose for a photo, celebrating a graduation.
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🎓 Congratulations to the Gerald Creamer Center School Class of 2025! Take a look at some of our favorite moments from Monday morning’s commencement ceremony at The Hanover Theatre.
4 months ago, Worcester Public Schools
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Superintendent Rachel Monárrez, dressed in a vibrant red gown, captures the joy of the moment with a selfie in a packed auditorium at the Gerald Creamer Center commencement.
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🎓🌟 Congratulations to the Burncoat High School Class of 2025! We’re proud to introduce Kasie Vuong as this year’s Valedictorian! 🎉 Kasie excels not only academically but also through her extracurricular involvement, all while maintaining a humble and caring nature. As a student in the Hanover Insurance Academy of the Arts and the Music Magnet program, she’s taken on Burncoat’s most rigorous coursework: 8 Advanced Placement (AP) classes, 7 Dual Enrollment courses, and an outstanding GPA of 4.95. Her accomplishments speak volumes: recipient of the Harvard Book Award, co-founder and President of the Asian Students Association, and Captain of both the Math Team and Varsity Volleyball Team. Outside the classroom, Kasie works at a local bubble tea shop and volunteers at UMass Memorial Hospital — experiences that have inspired her future in medicine. Kasie will attend Northeastern University this fall to study Health Science and Business, with plans to become a physician. 👏 Join us in celebrating Kasie and all of Burncoat’s graduating seniors! 🎓 Commencement takes place Tuesday, June 3 at 6:00 PM at the DCU Center, 50 Foster Street.
4 months ago, Worcester Public Schools
Graduation announcement for Kasie Vuong, Valedictorian of Burncoat High School, Class of 2025.
🎓🌟 Congratulations to the Worcester Alternative School Class of 2025! We’re proud to celebrate our graduating seniors, whose perseverance, growth, and determination have shaped their journey every step of the way. 🌱💫 👏 Join us in honoring the Class of 2025 and all they’ve accomplished! 🎓 Commencement takes place Tuesday, June 3 at 10:00 AM at Polar Park’s DCU Club, 100 Madison Street.
4 months ago, Worcester Public Schools
Graduation announcement for the Class of 2025.
🎓🌟 Congratulations to the Gerald Creamer Center Class of 2025! We’re proud to recognize the achievements of our graduating seniors, who have shown resilience, growth, and determination every step of the way. 💪📘 👏 Join us in celebrating the Class of 2025 and all they’ve achieved! 🎓 Commencement takes place Monday, June 2 at 10:00 AM at Hanover Theatre, 2 Southbridge Street.
4 months ago, Worcester Public Schools
Graduation announcement for the Class of 2025.
😀Friendly Faces of Sullivan Middle School 📚The Dr. Arthur F. Sullivan Middle School serves 940 scholars in grades 6-8, including 150 in the Goddard Scholars Academy. 🎒Sullivan’s core values are: respectful, responsible and ready to learn! Located next door to South High Community School, Sullivan Middle scholars can envision themselves moving onto high school or higher education through strong academic standards, fun, and enrichment. On a recent school day, students were learning how to play bongo drums as part of a performing arts lesson, while others were actively participating in gym class as different languages and cultures were embraced by one another. Administrators greeted and posed for photos with students as part of their daily practice of building a welcoming and inclusive environment for all.
4 months ago, Worcester Public Schools
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Congratulations, University Park Campus School Class of 2025! 🎓 Take a look at some of our favorite moments from Thursday night's commencement ceremony at Clark University's Atwood Hall.
4 months ago, Worcester Public Schools
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🎓🌟 Congratulations to the University Park Campus School Class of 2025! We’re proud to introduce Melina Fana Aquino as this year’s Valedictorian! 🎉 Melina is a poet, coder, and community builder whose accomplishments speak volumes. She was featured in Worcester MA Magazine for her powerful poetry, awarded the Harvard University Book Prize, and honored with the Hispanic Achievement and Celebrating Excellence (HACE) Award for academic excellence. ✍️📚🏅 Her most impressive work? Founding Girls Computer Science LearnUp, a Dell Technologies–sponsored program that empowers young women in STEM. Melina also completed a 100-hour remote internship leading a research team for the Guild of St. Agnes and serves as a Girls Who Code CS Ambassador. 💻💪 This fall, Melina will attend Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), and we can’t wait to see where her path leads. 👏 Join us in celebrating Melina and all of University Park’s graduating seniors! 🎓 Commencement takes place Thursday, May 29 at 6:00 PM at Clark University’s Atwood Hall, 950 Main Street.
4 months ago, Worcester Public Schools
Graduation announcement for Melina Fana Aquino, Class of 2025, Valedictorian.
Congratulations, Worcester Technical High School Class of 2025! 🎓 Take a look at some of our favorite moments from Wednesday night's commencement ceremony at the DCU Center.
4 months ago, Worcester Public Schools
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🎓🌟 Congratulations to the Worcester Technical High School Class of 2025! We’re proud to introduce Funbi Fatoke as this year’s Valedictorian! 🎉 Funbi exemplifies hard work, dedication, and a strong commitment to both academic and personal growth. With plans to study Biology at UMass Amherst and pursue a career in anesthesiology, she pairs academic excellence with a deep passion for healthcare and service. An Advanced Placement (AP) Scholar and recipient of numerous honors—including the Worcester County Superintendent Award, Massachusetts Student Achievement Award, and African American National Recognition Award—Funbi has consistently earned First Honors throughout her time at Tech. Born in Nigeria, Funbi’s journey reflects resilience and determination. She’s embraced one of the school’s most rigorous academic paths while excelling in indoor and outdoor track, serving as Vice President of the Caring with Compassion Club, and contributing to groups like the Bible Club and Black Student Union—all while mentoring peers. She’s also completed clinical training as a Nurse Assistant at the Jewish Health Center, interned with the United Way of Central MA and Worcester’s Community Advisory Board, and gained professional experience in finance—all before graduation! 👏 Join us in celebrating Funbi and all of Worcester Tech’s graduating seniors! 🎓 Commencement takes place Wednesday, May 28 at 6:00 PM at the DCU Center, 50 Foster Street.
4 months ago, Worcester Public Schools
Graduation announcement for Funbi Fatoke, Valedictorian of Worcester Technical High School, Class of 2025.
🎓 Congratulations, Doherty Memorial High School Class of 2025! 🎉 Take a look at some of our favorite moments from Tuesday night’s commencement ceremony at the DCU Center.
4 months ago, Worcester Public Schools
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Graduates in maroon gowns and caps smile for the camera.
Graduates in maroon gowns and caps smile for the camera.
Graduates in maroon gowns and caps smile for the camera.
Graduates in maroon gowns and caps smile for the camera.
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🎓🌟 Congratulations to the Doherty Memorial High School Class of 2025! We’re proud to introduce Dea Kamberi as this year’s Valedictorian! 🎉 Dea has embraced every academic challenge with determination, completing 12 Advanced Placement (AP) credits and 7 Dual Enrollment courses. Her dedication extends beyond the classroom — she’s a mentor to new students, a peer tutor, and a thoughtful leader whose kindness and insight have earned widespread respect. 💬🤝 A Bank of America Student Leader and the Distinguished Young Woman of Massachusetts, Dea shines in every space she enters — yet remains humble, always lifting others up. This fall, Dea will head to Harvard University to study government and economics — and we know she’ll continue to make an extraordinary impact. 👏 Join us in celebrating Dea and all of Doherty’s incredible graduates! 🎓 Commencement takes place Tuesday, May 27 at 6:00 PM at the DCU Center, 50 Foster Street.
4 months ago, Worcester Public Schools
Graduation announcement for Dea Kamberi, Valedictorian, Class of 2025.
Memorial Day ❤️🤍💙 This Memorial Day, we honor the brave men and women from Worcester and across the nation who served in the military and gave their lives for our freedom. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten. Memorial Day, originally known as Decoration Day, began in 1868 following the Civil War to honor the Union and Confederate soldiers who died in the war. 🕊️🌹 Let us take a moment to reflect on their courage and express our gratitude.
4 months ago, Worcester Public Schools
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📣 Attendance Matters at North High School! North High School is proud to recognize students who have maintained perfect attendance to date—a strong show of commitment and consistency. To celebrate their dedication, all eligible students were entered into the “Takis and T-Shirt” raffle, and four winners were randomly selected using an online generator: 👏 Crissinda Duah-Kusi, Freshman (Top Left) 👏 Darrent Crentsil, Senior (Top Right) 👏 Morgan Reilly, Junior (Bottom Left) 👏 Ethan Hubert, Junior (Bottom Right) Congratulations to all for setting a great example by showing up every day!
4 months ago, Worcester Public Schools
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💼 Worcester Public Schools Hosts First Annual Job Fair 🎉 Worcester Public Schools (WPS) proudly hosted its First Annual Job Fair, bringing together job seekers and district staff for a day of opportunity, connection, and career exploration. Attendees had the chance to meet with hiring teams 🤝, learn about a variety of open roles 🏫, and discover how they can make a meaningful impact in our schools and community 🌟. 👏 A huge thank you to everyone who helped make this event possible—from the team that organized it to all the staff, schools, and partners who participated and supported the effort. We’re excited about the future of our growing WPS team and grateful for the shared commitment to student success! 🙌 👉 Interested in joining us? Check out our current openings here: https://buff.ly/0K9DAsb
4 months ago, Worcester Public Schools
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🎓 Superintendent’s Advisory Council Senior Farewell ✨ Worcester Public Schools recently held its annual Superintendent’s Advisory Council Senior Farewell Ceremony, honoring the Class of 2025 scholar leaders who served on the council throughout the year. 🌟 These remarkable scholars were celebrated for their leadership, advocacy, and dedication to advancing equity and amplifying student voice across WPS. Each was presented with a 🎓 commemorative stole to wear at graduation—recognizing their lasting contributions. 💬 Superintendent Rachel H. Monárrez expressed gratitude for their efforts to make our district more inclusive and responsive to scholar needs. The ceremony also included the introduction of Brian Allen 📣, incoming Superintendent of Worcester Public Schools. 👏 Congratulations to these exceptional WPS scholars and leaders!
4 months ago, Worcester Public Schools
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