Avery School News
Spotlight News
![Solar Project Begins at DHS, Avery and DMS]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1750282075/dedhamk12maus/ixzyosg0dunxw5gtjqvp/solarsq.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1750282075/dedhamk12maus/ixzyosg0dunxw5gtjqvp/solarsq.png","width":500}])
While we are just a few days away from the last days of our school year, we are excited about the opportunity to begin work on the Solar Project that will put canopies over open parking areas at Dedham High School, Dedham Middle School and Avery Elementary this summer.
This solar project will not only create covered, shaded parking areas at the schools, but also help control future school department energy costs and ensure that DPS is in compliance with State mandates to increase reliance on sustainable energy sources.
![ONE DEDHAM - District Introduces 5-Year Strategic Plan]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741376471/dedhamk12maus/itlmg4cgssnhcptk0ppi/OneDedham.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741376471/dedhamk12maus/itlmg4cgssnhcptk0ppi/OneDedham.png","width":500}])
Dedham Public Schools unveiled a new strategic plan for 2025-2030, outlining a new mission, vision and set of core values for the District and paving the way for the future.
Together, as ONE DEDHAM, we will work relentlessly to achieve our goals, ensuring that every student in Dedham Public Schools has the opportunity to succeed and thrive. Your continued support and collaboration are essential to realizing this vision.
This plan is the result of a collective effort by 25 dedicated individuals—school leaders, teachers, staff, parents, and community representatives—who have worked together to shape a vision focused on excellence, growth, and continuous improvement.
What's Happening At Avery & Around the District
![Avery 4th Graders Win The DEF Spelling Bee!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741981244/dedhamk12maus/jzr0vckolbmahpvxquzn/DEF-spbee-2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741981244/dedhamk12maus/jzr0vckolbmahpvxquzn/DEF-spbee-2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1741981244/dedhamk12maus/jzr0vckolbmahpvxquzn/DEF-spbee-2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1741981244/dedhamk12maus/jzr0vckolbmahpvxquzn/DEF-spbee-2.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1741981244/dedhamk12maus/jzr0vckolbmahpvxquzn/DEF-spbee-2.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1741981244/dedhamk12maus/jzr0vckolbmahpvxquzn/DEF-spbee-2.jpg","width":2200}])
Congratulations to our Avery Spelling Bee Team of eighteen 3rd, 4th and 5th graders who competed with Greenlodge, Riverdale and Oakdale in the Dedham Education Foundation Spelling Bee! Special thanks to Michelle Delehanty, Jilda Morrison and Maureen Blazejewski for being the coaches for the students!
Great work to all! A special shout out and kudos to our 4th grade Avery spellers who WON the spelling bee!
![Wally and Big League Brian Visit Avery!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731077519/dedhamk12maus/eaka3wclfdr1o5q7jo7x/avy-wally-102824-1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1731077519/dedhamk12maus/eaka3wclfdr1o5q7jo7x/avy-wally-102824-1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1731077519/dedhamk12maus/eaka3wclfdr1o5q7jo7x/avy-wally-102824-1.jpg","width":600}])
Wally and Big League Brian visited Avery to perform a very entertaining assembly focused around reading.
![Avery 5th Graders Take Part in Singing at the Providence Bruins!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731077782/dedhamk12maus/jzhjig8dim2dejvpximy/AVY-g5-Bruins-Arts-1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1731077782/dedhamk12maus/jzhjig8dim2dejvpximy/AVY-g5-Bruins-Arts-1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1731077782/dedhamk12maus/jzhjig8dim2dejvpximy/AVY-g5-Bruins-Arts-1.jpg","width":640}])
Avery 5th graders and their chorus teacher, Mrs. Santos, took part in singing with 5th grade chorus members from the other Dedham Elementary Schools at the Providence Bruins game this weekend! Students got to sing ON THE ICE!
![board of family photographs]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1729701757/dedhamk12maus/emqywhluggf1rjbhf810/openhouseboard-2024.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1729701757/dedhamk12maus/emqywhluggf1rjbhf810/openhouseboard-2024.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1729701757/dedhamk12maus/emqywhluggf1rjbhf810/openhouseboard-2024.jpg","width":640}])
It was really wonderful to see SO MANY families come to the 2024 Avery Open House event. Students were super excited to give tours of our great school. We took pictures of almost every family that attended and we are creating a family community bulletin board on our first floor.
![Avery Grade 1 & 2 Musical News!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727096068/dedhamk12maus/rmvaw6umvzomvnbpmf4g/AveryMusica-2024g1-2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727096068/dedhamk12maus/rmvaw6umvzomvnbpmf4g/AveryMusica-2024g1-2.jpg","width":393}])
Calling all 1st and 2nd graders! Get ready for an unforgettable adventure on the Avery Elementary stage with **Kitty Cat Capers**, our annual musical filled with singing, dancing, and acting. Your child will create their own costume pieces, work with volunteers, and shine in two family-friendly performances on **Friday, November 15th**.
Registration opens on Tuesday, September 24th at 9am.
![Avery Music Teacher Ms. Sara Santos is Published!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726068950/dedhamk12maus/sqehqgrryj7pi3phoneq/Santos_Music.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726068950/dedhamk12maus/sqehqgrryj7pi3phoneq/Santos_Music.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726068950/dedhamk12maus/sqehqgrryj7pi3phoneq/Santos_Music.jpg","width":640}])
![Welcome Ms. Koresha Braxton - Avery's New Assistant Principal of Teaching, Learning, and Culture]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726068359/dedhamk12maus/herzowf0ggdkfrnbsiww/Braxton.jpg","width":249}])
Koresha Braxton has been appointed the Assistant Principal of Teaching, Learning and Culture at Avery! We had an 11 person interview committee for this position consisting of Avery educators, district leaders and Avery caregivers. The committee is so thrilled that Koresha is joining the Avery team. Koresha comes to us with over 20 years experience as an elementary school educator in the Boston and Cambridge Public Schools.
Avery Elementary will be adding an Assistant Principal of Teaching, Learning and Culture in the 2024-25 school year. Principal Mendonsa is looking for families and staff to join the interview committee.
![students outdoors at formal school ceremony]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719104911/dedhamk12maus/cpalpopyut77mpe2r4qa/g5movingupceremony2024_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719104911/dedhamk12maus/cpalpopyut77mpe2r4qa/g5movingupceremony2024_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1719104911/dedhamk12maus/cpalpopyut77mpe2r4qa/g5movingupceremony2024_1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1719104911/dedhamk12maus/cpalpopyut77mpe2r4qa/g5movingupceremony2024_1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1719104911/dedhamk12maus/cpalpopyut77mpe2r4qa/g5movingupceremony2024_1.jpg","width":1400}])
See highlights from our Avery Grade 5 Moving Up Ceremony. Every year, our teachers organize a wonderful ceremony to celebrate our students!