Dear Needham Public Schools Families:

As we approach the last week of school, allow me to share the following information and updates:

• Fall of 2021 School Opening Plan  I am pleased to share the Fall of 2021 School Opening Plan for students, families, staff, and members of the community to review.  The plan details the steps we will take to ensure a safe, healthy, and full time return to school for all students and staff in September.  I will discuss the plan in detail at next Tuesday evening's School Committee meeting, and I am scheduling a Virtual Family Open House on Wednesday, June 16th at 7:00 p.m. to share the plan and respond to questions and comments.  I hope you can join me for this important conversation.  In addition, there is a link to a survey embedded in the plan so that you can provide feedback and suggestions. Recognizing that it is a busy time of year for you and your families, please participate by reviewing the plan, attending the virtual meeting, and/or completing the survey. 

• Superintendent's Blog  My most recent post about a new NPS school calendar including religious and cultural observances can be found here: Superintendent's Blog.

• Class of 2021 Congratulations to the 424 members of the Needham High School Class of 2021! While they had a challenging conclusion to their high school career, they received their diplomas on Memorial Field on Sunday, June 6th with plenty of pomp and circumstance. Highlights of the ceremony are included on this Needham Channel newscast: Class of '21 Graduation Highlights. We wish them the best as members of the class head off to work, the military, and college.