More Options Needham Public Schools Scholarship - Citizenship - Community - Personal Growth MENU 12345678 NOV 24 No School (Professional Development Day) All Day NOV 25 No School (Thanksgiving Recess) All Day - Nov 26 DEC 08 PreK-12 Early Release All Day FALL 2021 SCHOOL OPENING PLAN FOR STUDENTS FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS FOR STAFF Nutrition Services COVID-19 Health & Safety Technology & Digital Learning News & Updates Student Registration Superintendent's Blog Needham Schools Spotlight News and Updates 10 Minutes With.... View All News Welcome to the website of the Needham Public Schools! While we continue to confront the health crisis brought on by COVID-19, I hope you will use our website to find helpful and timely information about plans and programs designed to prioritize both our students' educational growth and their health and safety. The district’s Fall 2021 Opening Plan outlines how we will respond to the academic, social, emotional, and mental health needs of our students, particularly those disproportionately impacted by the pandemic. Through the links provided here, you can access the Fall 2021 Opening Plan along with Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), plus a Plan Overview presentation and a recording of the August 23rd Family Meeting held via Zoom with approximately 600 participants. The Fall 2021 Opening Plan includes the continued implementation of the district’s Portrait of A Needham Graduate Strategic Plan with specific FY22 Actions. There are still many challenges ahead, yet we see great hope and promise for the new school year and our children’s future. I encourage you to join the superintendent’s listserve to receive periodic emails with updates about various school programs and events. Please join now! Additionally, the Needham School Committee wishes to hear from members of the community. You may contact them at schoolcommittee@needham.k12.ma.us and ask a question or make a comment. With energy, hope, and a deep belief in the promise and possibility of each one of our young people, we are moving forward together to ensure a safe and equitable learning experience for all students and staff. Sincerely, Daniel E. Gutekanst, Ed.D. Superintendent Needham Public Schools A school and community partnership that creates excited learners, inspires excellence, and fosters integrity. 24 NOV WEDNESDAYALL DAY No School (Professional Development Day) 25 NOV THURSDAYALL DAY No School (Thanksgiving Recess) 08 DEC WEDNESDAYALL DAY PreK-12 Early Release 22 DEC WEDNESDAYALL DAY PreK-12 Early Release 23 DEC THURSDAYALL DAY No School (Winter Recess) Needham Public Schools 1330 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA 02492 781-455-0400 781-455-0417 Website by SchoolMessenger Presence. © 2021 Intrado Corporation. All rights reserved.