Turkey Donation to Families at Burncoat High School, Burncoat Middle School and Lincoln Street School!
Thanks to a generous donation from the Lincoln Street Plaza Stop & Shop, families at Burncoat High School, Burncoat Middle School and Lincoln Street School will have turkey on the menu this Thanksgiving! 🦃
A total of 200 turkeys were donated, with 100 going to Burncoat High, and 50 each to Burncoat Middle and Lincoln Street. The turkeys will be handed out to families before Thanksgiving break so they can enjoy a festive meal.
Pictured in this post, students from Burncoat High's Legacy Club and Latino Unidas Club help unload, organize and store the turkeys so they are ready for families to pick up. They even stood after school to help with the donation effort!
More than 50 staff and community partners were celebrated at Worcester Public Schools Evening of Innovation! It was a great night to honor the incredible staff and community partners who make a difference every day.
View the complete list of honorees: https://buff.ly/3OhAvcb
Quarter 1 honor roll listings for the 2024-25 school year are now posted! 🏆
Congratulations to the many scholars who are being acknowledged for their academic achievements.
Find your scholar here 👉 https://buff.ly/4fS3XRL
Thank You Veterans for Your Service!🫡
Veterans Day honors military veterans for their service and sacrifice. It’s a day to show appreciation for those who have served to protect our country.
Click here to learn more about the significance of Veterans Day and how you can honor those who served: https://buff.ly/3IOnULk
📚✨ Attendance Matters! 🏫
November has 16 school days — let’s make each one count! 🙌
Consistent attendance helps students stay on track, succeed academically, and build great habits. 📝💪 Let’s show up, learn, and thrive together! 🎓🌟
🎭✨ Support Burncoat High School Senior Jayden Bordes! ✨🎭
Jayden is competing in "Next On Stage," Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students! The winner has a chance to earn a scholarship to the American Musical and Dramatic Academy College of Performing Arts!
🎤 Watch Jayden's incredible vocal performance of "This is the Moment" at https://buff.ly/48DhMB9 and show your support by voting for him now!
No School on Tuesday, November 5
Teachers have a professional development on Tuesday, November 5 🗓️ so there will be no school for students! 🏫
✨ Staff Development Day Highlights! ✨
Today, hundreds of dedicated educators from Worcester Public Schools came together for a day of professional development. Through interactive workshops and teamwork, they focused on enhancing their skills to better support our WPS scholars.
Pictured here are some of the Highlights:
Special Education Session: Collaboratively developed IEPs with guidance from Special Education staff and Evaluation Team Chairs.
Nutrition Team Trainings: The day started with Project Bread chef Sherri presenting a shawarma seasoning blend recipe and a shawarma rice bowl concept. The Burncoat quadrant held a managers meeting, while team members participated in ServSafe classes, CPR/Choke training, and a Managers 101 session for staff with less than 90 days on the job.
👏 A heartfelt thank you to all staff for your dedication to excellence and student achievement!
⭐ Nicholas Lewis, 12th Grade Scholar at Burncoat High School ⭐
“Nick is a valued leader in the Worcester UNITES program. Over the last two years, he has grown as a leader, supporting younger students in their musical and personal growth and leading his peers with integrity and a positive attitude. Nick's patience and encouragement is evident when he is tutoring a student on the saxophone or conducting the ensemble. He is usually the first one to recognize if a student needs a little extra help or inspiration. Nick is creative and fun too! He performs in the BHS Spirit Team, the BHS Band and Symphony Orchestra."
⭐ Do you know a WooStar? We are looking for students and staff who have gone above and beyond to feature on our social media channels.
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👉Nominate a staff member at https://buff.ly/3Mlru0N
👟 Inter-High Cross Country Championships at Green Hill Park 👟
It was great to see many of our high schools and student-athletes come together for the Inter-High Cross Country Championships at Green Hill Park!
It was a tough 3.1 mile course filled with steep hills, but competitors from across WPS gave it their all and displayed tremendous sportsmanship, cheering on runners from all teams.
For the girls race, South High finished in first place to take the city championship while Burncoat came in second. Doherty and Worcester Tech tied for third in the team standings.
For the girls individual winners, Chase Sullivan of Burncoat led the group in first place while Regan Maxwell of South High and Avery Corriveqau of Worcester Technical came in second and third place respectively.
In the boys race, Burncoat High came in first place for the team competition while South, Worcester Tech and Doherty rounded out the teams.
For boys individual winners, Alfonso Huaman of Worcester Tech led the race in first place followed by Griffon Spofford of Burncoat and Isaiah Jacques of South in second and third place respectively.
Check out a few images from a great day of cross country! 📸
Seasonal Clothing Donation from Cradles to Crayons 🧥
Recently the Family and Community Engagement Office received its annual donation of seasonal clothing packs from Cradles to Crayons!
Thanks to this amazing partnership, schools were able to order specific items for students, and Cradles to Crayons did the rest, delivering a truckload of essentials just in time for winter. The items donated included long sleeve shirts, pants, sweaters, socks, underwear, and winter coats! 🚚✨
A huge shoutout to everyone involved—especially our fantastic wraparound coordinators and the dedicated staff from the McKinney-Vento office—who helped sort and distribute these much-needed donations!
We can’t wait to see these items go to our WPS families! 🧦💖
Happy National Principal Month! ✏️
October is all about celebrating the dedicated principals that help shape our school communities. Their passion and commitment to WPS students and staff inspires us every day!
We know this image doesn't capture all our amazing WPS principals, so drop a comment to give a shout-out and say thank you to yours!
💫 Highlights from the Burncoat Quadrant SEPAC Meeting! 💫
A big thank you to all the amazing parents and caregivers who attended the Burncoat Quadrant Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) Welcome New Parents Meeting on October 17 at Norrback Avenue Elementary! 🌟
It was wonderful connecting with everyone and sharing valuable resources on the special education support available for your children.
From speech and occupational therapy to Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services, we hope you left feeling more informed and confident about the comprehensive support available in Worcester Public Schools! 💬💡
Missed this one? No worries! There are still two more chances to attend:
📍 North Quadrant: Tuesday, October 29 @ Roosevelt Elementary
📍 Doherty Quadrant: Thursday, November 7 @ Nelson Place Elementary
🎒 Don't forget—every family receives a welcome packet full of helpful resources!
Childcare will be provided at both upcoming events to make attending easier for families.
We’re here to support you every step of the way! ❤️
Worcester Public Schools Receives Game Changer Award at Worcester Chamber of Commerce Game Changers Conference 🏆
The Worcester Public Schools recently received the Game Changer Award from the Worcester Chamber of Commerce, which celebrates local organizations that drive meaningful change within the Worcester community. Superintendent Rachel H. Monárrez accepted the award on behalf of WPS.
WPS was recognized as a Game Changer for its on-going commitment to Career and Vocational Technical Education (CVTE) programming for high school students and adults. WPS was also recognized for its Innovations Career Pathways programming and Adult Night Life classes, both of which provide opportunities to acquire the skills and experiences needed to enter the workforce.
The WPS College and Career Readiness team were also on-site, sharing insights directly with employers about the career technical education programs available in our high schools. Career technical educators from Worcester Technical High School were also in attendance to network with local industry leaders.
The Game Changers Conference connects local industry leaders, employers, and training experts to explore innovative strategies for workforce development.
Happy National School Lunch Week! 🎉🥗
From October 14-18, we are celebrating the delicious, nutritious meals served every day in Worcester Public Schools! Our amazing Nutrition Department works hard to provide breakfast, lunch, snacks, and more, fueling students for success in the classroom.
This week, we're featuring some exciting new menu items that are being sampled across the district, including:
🍽️ Plant-Powered Nuggets
🌮 Empanadas & Tamales
🍜 Veggie Dumplings & Vegetable Lo Mein
🍛 3-Bean Chili & Vegetable Egg Rolls with Fried Rice
Let’s give a big round of applause to the team behind these tasty and healthy school meals!
No School on Monday, October 14 🗓️
Worcester Public Schools will be closed on Monday, October 14 for Indigenous People's Day / Columbus Day. District offices will also be closed.
💚 World Mental Health Day 💚
At Worcester Public Schools, we are committed to supporting the mental and emotional health of our students, staff, and families.
We have numerous health and wellness resources for students, families and staff on the WPS website, including healthy recipes, after-school care, and fitness activities 🍏🏫🌟, to adult wellness support with yoga, meditation, self-compassion and more. 🧘✍️
Our Health & Wellness Roadmap and Strategic Plan ensure emotional wellness is a priority for both students and staff, fostering a thriving and caring community for all.
For more resources and information, visit our website today at https://buff.ly/4dGPLJG
Burncoat High School Football Hosts Gardner 🏈
It was a great fall night for football recently as Burncoat High School welcomed Gardner for a non-league matchup at Foley Stadium.
Burncoat junior DJ Daniels paced the Patriots offense with 107 yards and two touchdowns on seven carries while classmate Marcus Dascelin sang the national anthem for fans prior to kickoff. The Burncoat band and cheerleaders provided in-game entertainment under a vibrant sunset.
Burncoat (3-1 season record) will have its homecoming game next as it hosts North High School on Saturday, October 12 at noon in a matchup of WPS teams.
🚀 First Meeting of Student Advisory Council with Superintendent 🎓💬
🎓 We recently held the first meeting of our Superintendent Student Advisory Council (SSAC)! These remarkable students are partnering with Superintendent Rachel Monárrez, PhD, to shape the future of our schools through leadership, collaboration, and student-driven initiatives.
💬 The council’s work is guided by a clear agenda focused on:
Leadership Development: Strengthening leadership and problem-solving skills by addressing key school challenges.
Community Building: Creating connections across diverse student groups to establish shared core values.
Policy Engagement: Actively participating in school policy discussions to ensure all voices are heard.
Student Agency: Empowering students to take charge of their school environment and make a lasting impact.
🌟 The outcomes we aim to achieve include:
Empowerment: Ensuring students feel valued as critical contributors to our school community.
Collaborative Problem Solving: Building teamwork and negotiation skills through group activities.
Relationship Building: Establishing trust and connection among council members through icebreakers and discussions.
🏫 We’re excited to see how this council will inspire positive changes across our district! Stay tuned for more updates as these student leaders continue to drive progress in our schools.
Burncoat High School Hosts Worcester Technical High School in Unified Basketball 🏀
The Burncoat gymnasium was buzzing with energy during a recent unified basketball matchup between the Patriots and Worcester Tech.
Both teams played hard in a 22-20 overtime thriller as Worcester Tech came out with the win. At the end of the game, scholar-athletes displayed tremendous sportsmanship by coming together for a group photo.
Unified basketball provides an opportunity for all students to participate. Teams are made up of equal number of students with and without developmental disabilities, promoting inclusivity in high school sports.
Enjoy a few images from a great basketball game!
