The August 19, 2026 School Committee Building Visits Meeting minutes were approved by the School Committee Secretary at the September 9, 2026 Regular Business Meeting, and are now available for viewing by clicking on the file above. To access additional School Committee meeting minutes, please visit: https://www.monsonschools.com/school-committee-meeting-minutes

The Monson School Committee will hold its next Regular Business Meeting on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. This meeting is open to the public. Community members are welcome to attend in person at Quarry Hill Community School in Room 428, or by joining virtually through the Google Meet link found in the agenda. 📄 View the agenda here We encourage families, staff, and community members to stay informed and engaged by attending. For those unable to attend, the meeting

As we begin the 2026–2027 school year, Superintendent Foster is sharing another back-to-school update with the Monson Public Schools community, this time highlighting several updates to the Student & Family Handbook. The handbook is an important resource for students and families and includes information about district expectations, procedures, programs, and other guidelines for the school year. Superintendent Foster highlights four areas of the handbook that have been update

As we prepare for the start of the 2026–2027 school year, Superintendent Foster is sharing another important update with our Monson Public Schools community, this time regarding revisions to our homework expectations. Homework provides students with an opportunity to practice and reinforce skills and knowledge they have already learned in school, while also helping students develop independent study skills, work habits, and the ability to plan for deadlines as they get older.

As Monson Public Schools prepares to welcome students back for the 2026–2027 school year, Superintendent Paul Foster shares a special back-to-school message with our students, families, staff, and community. In his message, Superintendent Foster highlights some of the new opportunities and initiatives coming to our schools this year, including new English language arts, science, and character and wellness curriculum, continued growth of our Medical Assisting and Engineering &

Monson Public Schools is pleased to share the district’s Strategic Plan for 2026–2031, which establishes a clear direction for the work of our schools over the next five years. Developed through Superintendent Paul Foster’s entry planning process and subsequent collaboration with the district’s administrative team and District Instructional Leadership Team, the Strategic Plan reflects feedback and perspectives gathered from staff, families, and community members. At the cente

The Monson School Committee will meet on Aug. 19 at 6:00 p.m. at Quarry Hill Community School. Community members are welcome to attend in person at Quarry Hill Community School in Room 428, or by joining virtually through the Google Meet link found in the agenda.

Monson Public Schools is proud to announce that the district has been awarded a combined $267,978 in PRISM II and PRISM III grant funding to support high-quality literacy instruction and continued improvements in teaching and learning across the district.

As we prepare to welcome students and families for the 2026–2027 school year, Monson Public Schools is pleased to share our updated Student & Family Handbook. The handbook provides important information about district expectations, procedures, programs, policies, and resources for students and families throughout the school year. Greetings from the Superintendent: Dear Students and Families, As we begin a new school year, I am grateful for the opportunity to continue partneri

Monson Public Schools offices operate on a modified schedule during the summer months.

We are pleased to once again participate in the Summer Eats program, providing free nutritious meals to children and teens throughout the summer months. Sponsored by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and administered locally by the Monson Public Schools Food Service Department, Summer Eats 2026 offers free meals to all children and teens ages 18 and under. The first 400 accompanying adults may also receive free meals. Meals will be available a

Monson High School has been officially recognized by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) as an Innovation Career Pathways school for Healthcare and Manufacturing through the Healey-Driscoll Administration’s Reimagining High School initiative. The designation highlights Monson’s continued commitment to hands-on, career-connected learning opportunities that help prepare students for college, careers, and life.

At Monson Public Schools, we are committed to supporting every child’s growth, learning, and development. View School Flyer and Official Child Find Notice (PDF) As part of that commitment, and in accordance with federal and state law, Monson Public Schools fulfills its Child Find responsibility to identify children ages 3 through 21 who may have a disability and could be eligible for special education or related services. What is Child Find? Child Find is a responsibility of

The Monson School Committee will meet on April 8 at 6:00 p.m. at Quarry Hill Community School. Community members are welcome to attend in person or virtually. A Public Budget Hearing will follow on April 15, offering an opportunity to learn about the proposed budget and share feedback.

The Monson School Committee will meet on April 8 at 6:00 p.m. at Quarry Hill Community School. Community members are welcome to attend in person or virtually. A Public Budget Hearing will follow on April 15, offering an opportunity to learn about the proposed budget and share feedback.

The Monson High School Counseling Department has released the 2026 Common Scholarship Application, providing graduating seniors with access to a wide range of local scholarship opportunities.

Monson Public Schools is now accepting School Choice applications for the 2026–2027 school year.

Monson Public Schools families were emailed a Family Feedback Survey on Student Supports on March 5, 2026. Your input will help the district review programs and services, including Special Education, and strengthen supports for students. Please check your email for the survey invitation.

After seven months of listening, learning, and engaging with students, families, staff, and community members, Superintendent Paul Foster has released his Entry Plan Findings Report. The report highlights the strengths of Monson Public Schools, identifies key challenges, and outlines opportunities that will help guide the district’s future strategic planning.

Monson Public Schools will participate in an upcoming Integrated Monitoring Review conducted by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) Office of Public School Monitoring in March 2026. All Massachusetts public school districts undergo this review process approximately every three years. The purpose is to ensure districts are meeting state and federal requirements while continuing to strengthen programs and supports for students and families