Dedham Public Schools
About Us
Welcome to Dedham Public Schools, where we are dedicated to fostering a vibrant learning community that empowers every student to reach their full potential. Nestled in a town with a rich history of educational "firsts," we pride ourselves on blending tradition with forward-thinking innovation.
Our Mission
The mission of the Dedham Public Schools, in partnership with the community, is to promote excellence in learning, self-discipline, and motivation.
Our Vision
Each graduate of the Dedham Public Schools (DPS) will confidently pursue personal excellence through continued independent inquiry and learning and exhibit socially responsible decision-making within a dynamic and diverse global community.
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August 14, 2026
At its August 13 meeting, the Dedham School Committee reviewed the first of two reports from the Rennie Center for Education Research & Policy as part of Dedham Public Schools’ Educational Mode...
July 6, 2026
FREE MEALS FOR ALL CHILDREN AND TEENS 18 YEARS OF AGE AND UNDER Dedham Public Schools is proud to participate in the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), a federally funded program administered by t...
July 6, 2026
Hope your summer break is off to a great start! Dedham Public Schools are already at work preparing for the new school year. We are excited to begin using ParentSquare as our primary platform for s...
June 29, 2026
To keep learning fresh and help students be ready for the upcoming school year the DPS summer work website has links to resources for students at all levels.
Dedham is incredibly proud of its schools and especially fond of its place in the history of public education in the United States as the first tax funded, free public school system established in 1645.
