For decades, standardized testing has played a vital role in the entrance to higher education, serving as an indicator of college readiness and a prediction […]
Month: May 2020
Kindness rocks, teddy bears, and the “Brook Path Zoo”: What the Wellesley community is doing to spread positivity during the COVID-19 crisis
Coronavirus has physically isolated everyone, taking a toll on community gatherings. However, some residents of Wellesley have looked to find ways of bringing the community […]
How junior lacrosse athletes are dealing with the season cancellation and recruitment
For many student-athletes, junior year serves as a critical season for college scouting and recruiting. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s spring sports season […]
Cross country team goes above and beyond: $20,000 raised to help feed front line workers
On April 25, the high school’s cross country team planned and executed a “virtual runathon” to fundraise for the front line workers of the COVID-19 […]
Q&A with Ms. Katherine Speed: coping with COVID-19 as a professional in performing arts
What does your current daily schedule consist of? My schedule varies from day to day, but it’s a combination of teaching, self-care, and family time. […]
Wellesley High School Athletes Finding New Ways to Stay in Shape
Since Governor Charlie Baker issued the closure of all Massachusetts schools for the rest of the year, all high school and club spring sports have […]
COVID-19 update – Brook Path remains open but Morses Pond may be the next target
Wellesley’s Board of Selectmen and Board of Health originally gathered on May 1 to discuss a possible mandatory face-covering order but put a hold on […]
Schools are closed, but learning doesn’t stop
On March 12, all Wellesley public schools were closed indefinitely because of the COVID-19 pandemic and an increase in local COVID-19 cases. Since the closing […]
Colleges drop testing requirements amid Coronavirus pandemic
Colleges across the country have dropped or temporarily suspended testing requirements for applicants due to the cancellations of both the SAT and ACT because of […]
From the stage to the screen the Performing Arts department presents, “Under Milk Wood”
The soon to be showcased online school play Under Milk Wood shows the true dedication of the Performing Arts department even during difficult times. While […]