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.

Transportation Commissioner Stephen S. Rolle Appointed to WRTA Advisory Board

City Manager Eric D. Batista announced Wednesday the appointment of Department of Transportation and Mobility (DTM) Commissioner Stephen S. Rolle to the Worcester Regional Transit Authority (WRTA) Advisory Board.
Posted: Wednesday 09/06/23

Worcester Arts Council’s FY24 Grant Applications Open

The Worcester Arts Council (WAC) is now accepting grant applications for its FY24 funding cycle. The deadline to apply is October 17, 2023.
Posted: Tuesday 09/05/23

City of Worcester Board of Health Notice of Proposed Regulation and Opportunity for Public Comment

The Worcester Board of Health proposes to adopt a regulation under the authority of Massachusetts General Law c. 111, § 31. The proposed Regulation relative to Maximum Number of Tobacco Product Sales Permits and Smoking Bar Permits includes three provisions.
Posted: Tuesday 08/29/23

More Announcements...

Public Schools Standing Committee on Governance and Employee Issues CANCELLED

When: Tuesday 09/26/23 4:15 PM
Where: Durkin Administration Building, Room 410, 20 Irving Street

Abby Kelley Foster Charter School Board of Trustees

When: Wednesday 09/27/23 6:30 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.