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.

Declared Winter Parking Ban to Take Effect at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 25

In anticipation of a forecasted snowstorm on Wednesday, Jan. 25, a Declared Winter Parking Ban for Worcester will go into effect at 2 p.m. Worcester Public Schools previously announced a two-hour early release.
Posted: Tuesday 01/24/23

Declared Winter Parking Ban in Effect at 2 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 23

City officials have been preparing for a winter storm on Monday, Jan. 23, that may bring at least 2 to 4 inches of snow to Worcester. A Declared Winter Parking Ban will go into effect at 2 p.m. in anticipation of plowing operations. Beginning at 11 a.m., municipal parking garages will be free of charge to any vehicle that enters until the Declared Winter Parking Ban is lifted.
Posted: Monday 01/23/23

City of Worcester Announces Oliver de la Paz as Next Poet Laureate

City Manager Eric D. Batista, Mayor Joseph M. Petty, the Worcester City Council, and the City’s Cultural Development Division have announced the appointment of Oliver de la Paz as the City of Worcester’s next Poet Laureate.
Posted: Wednesday 01/04/23

More Announcements...

Learning First Charter Public School Board of Trustees

When: Wednesday 02/08/23 5:30 PM
Where: Virtual Meeting

Public Schools Standing Committee on Teaching, Learning and Student Supports

When: Tuesday 02/14/23 5:30 PM
Where: Durkin Administration Building, 20 Irving Street Room 410

School Committee Meeting

When: Thursday 02/16/23 5:00 PM
Where: City Hall, Esther Howland Chamber, 455 Main Street

Public Schools Standing Committee on Teaching, Learning and Student Supports

When: Wednesday 03/22/23 5:30 PM
Where: Durkin Administration Building, 20 Irving Street Room 410

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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.