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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November 6, 2026
Dedham High School was honored with a Seal of Biliteracy Star Award by the MA Department for Elementary and Secondary Education during a Multilingual Leaders Network event held on October 26th. The...
November 6, 2026
The Dedham High School stage will be transformed this November, into the icy fjords around the fictional Scandinavian kingdom of Arendelle, as a cast of over 100 Dedham students come together to pr...
October 28, 2026
With the work to modernize our phone systems complete, please note the following change with regards to our Attendance Phone Lines. If you are calling to report your student absent, tardy or to be ...
October 2, 2026
Superintendent's Monthly District Update October 2026 From The Desk of Superintendent Murphy As we settle into October, I want to thank our students, families, educators, and staff for such a wonde...
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.
