Public Schools

Dr. Rachel Monárrez, Superintendent

Mission

Our mission in the Worcester Public Schools is to provide all students the opportunity to advance their scholarship with a rigorous core curriculum and high quality instruction. This enables students to discover the expanse of their academic talents, shape the quality of their character, and develop the confidence to become conscientious, reflective citizens who are empowered to better our community and our world.

For complete information visit the official Worcester Public Schools website.

Worcester to Host Festival of Lights Friday, Dec. 6, Kick Off Weekend of Holiday Festivities

The City of Worcester’s annual Festival of Lights celebration returns to the Worcester Common Friday, Dec. 6, 2024. The free, family-friendly event hosts numerous lighting features, ice skating, food vendors, community organizations, and performances from 4:30 - 9 p.m.
Posted: Tuesday 11/12/24

Roadwork Announcement: Green Hill Parkway to Close Friday Oct. 25 to Monday Oct. 28

Greenhill Parkway, from the entrance of Green Hill Park (at Channing Street & Green Hill Parkway) to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, will be closed from Friday Oct. 25 to Monday Oct. 28 for final (top course) paving.
Posted: Wednesday 10/23/24

City of Worcester, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, and National Fitness Campaign to Launch Fitness Court at University Park

The City of Worcester, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, and National Fitness Campaign are holding a ribbon cutting ceremony to launch the opening of a new Fitness Court® at University Park.
Posted: Friday 10/11/24

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School Committee Meeting

When: Thursday 11/21/24 5:00 PM
Where: City Hall, Esther Howland Chamber, 455 Main Street

Public Schools Standing Committee on Teaching, Learning and Student Success

When: Thursday 12/12/24 5:00 PM
Where: Durkin Administration Building, Room 410, 20 Irving Street

Public Schools Standing Committee on Finance, Operations and Governance

When: Monday 12/16/24 5:00 PM
Where: Durkin Administration Building, Room 410, 20 Irving Street

Learning First Charter Public School Board of Trustees

When: Monday 12/16/24 6:00 PM
Where: Virtual Meeting

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Programs & Initiatives

Artist Rendering of the Main Entrance of the new South High Community School

Investing in Education
The City of Worcester is committed to improving public schools' infrastructure to help students with their goal of academic excellence. With two major school construction projects in the works and others recently completed, we are dedicated to advancing Worcester's future.

Night Life Home Design Paint Swatches, Brush and Floorplans

Worcester Night Life
The Night Life Division offers career technical training and lifelong learning at Worcester Technical High School. Courses and workshops are designed to meet the needs of employers, job seekers and lifelong learners. Worcester Public Schools operates the Night Life Division of Adult Continuing Education in partnership with MassHire and the Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce.

Locations

Worcester offers a wealth of educational opportunities for young people and is proud to have one of the strongest urban public school systems in the state. Worcester has numerous quality public elementary and secondary schools located throughout the City.