Ligia Noriega-Murphy Takes Over As Malden Superintendent

Noriega-Murphy was selected in March to succeed John Oteri, who did not seek a contract renewal at the end of the school year.

PUSHOUT: Film & Community Discussion: July 10, 2021

Join us for a film screening and panel discussion with local leading educators about PUSHOUT and how it affects the Malden community.

FAFSA Completions Down In MA: How Malden Area Schools Compare

See how college aid applications changed for Malden area high schools.

Mystic Valley Marks Third National Merit Winner In School History

Isabelle Aengenheyster, a recent graduate of Mystic Valley Regional Charter School, is bound for Fordham this fall.

Malden Public Schools Of Malden Massachusetts: Malden Summer Eats – Free Meals For Kids & Teens

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Malden Public Schools Of Malden Massachusetts: Second Vaccination Clinic At Schools

This is a reminder to families who received their first dosage of the Pfizer vaccine last month. You need to click on the link below to ...

Parents To State Ed Board: End School Mask Mandate

The state Education Department's meeting was delayed by about 15 minutes Tuesday as protesters rallied at its Malden office.

What MA's Lifting Of COVID Restrictions Means For Malden Schools

Here's what changes this week after Gov. Baker announced that all COVID-19 restrictions, including the mask mandate, will be lifted May 29.

Malden Public Schools: Onsite COVID-19 Vaccination

We are happy to announce that we are partnering with Pelmeds Pharmacy to offer the 2 dose Pfizer Covid-19 vaccination series to our stud ...

Recognize Your 2021 Graduate On Malden Patch

Tell us why your grad is special and send a message of congratulations on Malden Patch.

Malden Public Schools Of Malden Massachusetts: COVID-19 Pooled Testing For K- 8 Students

See the latest announcement from the Malden Public Schools of Malden Massachusetts.

Top U.S. High Schools 2021: See Where Malden Ranked

The annual ranking released by U.S. News and World Report ranks schools based on factors like graduation rates and academic performance.

College Financial Aid Applications In Malden Area: Compare To MA

See how college aid applications changed for Malden area high schools.

Malden Schools Superintendent Responds To Chauvin Conviction

In the statement​, Oteri said while the conviction brings a sense of relief and closure, systemic racism persists.

Ferryway School Principal Sepulveda To Resign Immediately

Sepulveda served as principal at the school since July 2017 after a career as a Spanish teacher in Malden Public Schools, which began in 200

'Small' Uptick Of COVID Cases In Malden Schools: Superintendent

So far this year, there has been no in-school transmission of the coronavirus, Superintendent Oteri said.

Malden Public Schools Of Malden Massachusetts: Superintendent's Message To Families

Over the past week, there has been a small increase in the number of positive COVID-19 cases among our school population.

Malden In-Person Learning Brings Added Staff, Meal Changes

The district began providing full in-person learning for K-5 students Monday.

State Denies Malden Waiver Request To Delay Full In-Person Return

MPS set return dates for elementary and middle school students last week after it was informed it could not delay full in-person learning.

In Malden Area, Share Of College Grads Increases

The portion of residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been on the rise in the U.S. Here's how it’s changed in Middlesex County.

Malden School Committee Names Next Superintendent

Ligia Noriega-Murphy, assistant superintendent on assignment in the Boston Public Schools, accepted the position Monday night.

Next Malden Superintendent To Be Named This Month

In February, the search was narrowed down to three finalists. The School Committee is expected to nominate its candidate March 15.

Here's Who Will Help Pick Malden's Next Superintendent Of Schools

Officials hope to select a replacement by April for Superintendent John Oteri, who is not seeking a contract renewal.

Malden Schools Reach Timeline For Hybrid Learning

The School Committee and Joint Labor Management Committee reached an agreement to start hybrid learning for some younger grades in January.

Malden Buying Food Truck To Deliver Meals To Struggling Families

The Malden Public Schools has been awarded a $110K grant to buy a food truck, which will regularly deliver free and nutritious meals.

State Deploys COVID-19 Rapid Mobile Testing Unit To 13 School Districts

The services are for students and faculty only – free of charge.

Malden Awarded $357K To Back Remote Learning Efforts

Funding will go toward operational expenses, salaries for additional classroom support staff, and assistance for low-income households.

Malden Teacher Featured In New Reebok Campaign: WATCH

Courtney Gold, an art teacher at the Ferryway School, took part in a new campaign highlighting educators during COVID-19.

Malden Schools Receiving Rapid Coronavirus Tests From State

The rapid tests deliver results in about 15 minutes and could help schools identify positive cases quicker, state officials said.

Malden Educator Named 2021 Massachusetts Teacher Of The Year

Middle school math teacher Jennifer Hedrington was awarded the state's top teaching honor Tuesday.

Malden School Remote Again After Multiple Staffers Test Positive

The school is rolling back its reopening plan until testing shows that in-person instruction is safe. That could be as long as two weeks.

Malden School Staffer Tests Positive For Coronavirus

The Linden STEAM Academy was closed Friday. MPS has so far opened in-person classes to its highest needs students.

Malden Scholarship Committee Announces Awards

Four Malden High School graduates received scholarships of $400 each.

Malden Student Named National Merit Semifinalist

The National Merit Scholarship Corporation this week announced semifinalists for 2021 scholarships, including hundreds in Massachusetts.

Back-To-School In Malden: 5 Things To Know

The pandemic has forced a radically different start to the school year. Here are five things to expect.

Malden Opts For Remote Start To School Year

The School Committee voted unanimously Thursday to adopt a remote learning plan this fall.

Equity In MA Schools: Where Malden Ranks

The new WalletHub ranking compares per-student spending to average household income. Towns with high income tended to be less equitable.

Rally For Teacher Safety Planned In Malden

Teachers' groups will rally in front of the DESE building for safe working and learning conditions in public schools this fall.

Malden Back-To-School Plans Start Taking Shape

The district is aiming for a fall "re-entry" but says remote learning will be a likely component of the plan.

Malden Asked Special Education Parents To Waive Rights: Watchdog

A watchdog group accused Malden and other districts of using the pandemic to circumvent requirements to provide special education services.