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Welcome

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.

Our Core Values:

Academic Excellence

The educators, parents, and citizens of Dedham are partners in a commitment to academic excellence to prepare students to succeed in a global society.

Positive Learning Environment

Our schools provide a safe environment that fosters curiosity, creativity, and positive attitudes. Students develop best when they are encouraged and feel supported in an open, collaborative environment.

Respect

By enriching learning and developing responsible citizens, we respect the dignity and diversity  of all individuals and cultures.

Support & Open Communication

The schools create opportunities to share ideas, resources, and responsibility among students, parents, school personnel, town officials, and residents.

21st Century Learning Expectations:

Students will: 

  • Be active, engaged learners 
  • Communicate clearly and effectively 
  • Work independently and collaboratively 
  • Use technology to access, evaluate and apply appropriate information for authentic learning opportunities 
  • Use analysis, evaluation, and creativity in problem-solving 

Demonstrate character through: 

  • Personal responsibility 
  • Appreciation of diversity 
  • Ethical behavior

Dedham Public Schools are committed to creating an educational environment where high quality outcomes and opportunities are available to every student and staff member, regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, language, disability, or socio-economic status.