Practicing Diversity in the Needham Public Schools
January 18, 2024 • Needham Public Schools takes a new approach to hiring practices in an effort to match student representation in the district. Having...
In Their Words: The Needham Human Rights Committee
December 7, 2023 • In recognition of the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, we spoke with members of the Needham Human...
Town Wrestles with Whose History to Celebrate
November 30, 2023 • With legislation pending in front of the Massachusetts Legislature, the Select Board is mulling over what it wants to do about...
Schools Look to Close Achievement Gaps
November 27, 2023 • School administrators presented on three areas worth tracking to provide a more equitable learning experience across race, ability, income and language....
District Leaders Contemplate Improvements in Addressing Racial Incidents
November 6, 2023 • During the last school year, incidents involving racist language directed toward the Asian community within Needham’s elementary schools raised concerns among...
Needham Public Schools to ‘Advance Equity’ with Professional Development Grant
October 20, 2023 • Needham Public Schools are moving one step closer to a more equitable learning environment, thanks to a $156,580 grant from the...
