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School Committee Hears of 500-Student Enrollment Drop, Academic Gains

At its meeting, the Malden School Committee heard that district enrollment has fallen by over 500 students in two years and that state accountability results improved. Parents also urged the committee to preserve an after-school program at the Beebe School.

Oct 13 · Neighborhood View →

Malden English Learners Outpace State Averages in ACCESS Results

District officials told the School Committee that Malden's English Learner students outperformed state peers at all grade levels. They said 60.1% of elementary EL students met annual proficiency targets.

Oct 12 · Advocate News →

Mayor Honors Ferryway Paraprofessional on Retirement

On Saturday, Mayor Gary Christenson presented Ferryway School paraprofessional Margie Drummey with a citation upon her retirement after 20 years. She supported local kindergartners.

Oct 11 · Bay State News →

No School Monday for Indigenous Peoples' Day

Malden Public Schools are closed Monday, October 12, 2026, for Indigenous Peoples' Day.

Oct 6 · Malden Public Schools →

School Committee Meets Tonight on State Accountability Results

The School Committee meets at 6 p.m. in the Herbert L. Jackson Council Chamber at City Hall and via Microsoft Teams. The agenda includes 2026 state accountability results, enrollment snapshots, technology updates and policy revisions.

Oct 5 · Malden Public Schools →

State Begins English Learner Review of Malden Public Schools

The week of Oct. 5, the state Department of Elementary and Secondary Education begins a Targeted and Focused Monitoring review of Malden Public Schools. It examines student identification, assessments and program placement for compliance with English learner education laws.

Oct 5 · Malden Public Schools →

School Committee meets Monday, Oct. 5, at 6 p.m.

The Malden School Committee meets Monday, October 5, at 6:00 p.m. in the Herbert L. Jackson Council Chamber, Room 106, at 215 Pleasant Street.

Oct 4 · City of Malden →

Mystic Valley Charter School Offers Free Meals for Students

Mystic Valley Regional Charter School announced Thursday, October 1, that all enrolled students are eligible for breakfast and lunch at no charge through federal meal programs.

Oct 3 · Advocate News →

Malden High profile spotlights Jenkins House social worker

On September 28, The Blue and Gold profiled Maureen Masters, describing her student-support work in Jenkins House and the school services she helps connect students with.

Oct 3 · Malden Blue and Gold →

Superintendent calls Malden schools' back-to-school launch a success

Superintendent Dr. Sippel said Malden Public Schools had a successful start to the school year, welcoming more than 60 new staff members and over 5,000 returning students across seven schools.

Sep 27 · Patch →

Malden Schools Receive $100,000 Bequest

Malden Public Schools received a $100,000 bequest Sept. 24 from the estate of Mel Klayman, to fund scholarships and curriculum additions.

Sep 25 · Advocate News →

Cheverus Holds $1 No-Uniform Day for Food Pantry

Cheverus Catholic School holds a $1 no-uniform day today, Sept. 25, with proceeds supporting the St. Vincent de Paul food pantry.

Sep 25 · Cheverus Catholic School →

Cheverus Hosts Back to School Luau

Cheverus Catholic School's Back to School Luau runs Thursday, September 24, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the school, 30 Irving St.

Sep 24 · Cheverus Catholic School →

School Committee Policy Subcommittee to Meet Wednesday

The Malden School Committee's Policy Subcommittee meets Wednesday, Sept. 23, at 6:30 p.m. in City Hall Room 105 to begin a district-wide policy review with the Massachusetts Association of School Committees.

Sep 23 · City of Malden →

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