Legal or Health Concern? Tobacco retailer’s request to open locally is met with rejection and disapproval
On March 17, the Wellesley Board of Health voted unanimously to reject tobacco retailer Blue Moon Smoke Shops’ application to…
New quarter-length elective classes change previously established schedules for students and faculty
While the high school left many aspects of the hybrid learning schedule behind in hopes of normalcy for the 2021-2022…
Female representation in class office dramatically increases after title removal
For as long as can be remembered, the high school’s four class officers have been predominantly male: one female member…
The high school, middle school, and elementary school rankings only continue to decline
This year, U.S. News and World Report released its annual rankings of high schools across the nation. Along with it,…
Update from the nurse’s office
There has been a recent surge of COVID-19 cases around the Wellesley school district coinciding with the rise of the…
The return to pre-pandemic business is a slow climb for many as they face labor shortages
As Wellesley businesses return to regular operations amid the pandemic, many have faced challenges in staffing their locations. Mirroring a…
Massachusetts mask mandate pushed until January 2022
Students have been wearing masks in school for over a year, but with many eligible to get their vaccines, many…
The high school’s sophomores are looking forward to 2022
The high school just finished up its class elections for the 2021-2022 school year. This year’s sophomore class will be…
From protest to confrontation: Wellesley’s reaction to a high school attack
Over the summer, a sophomore from the high school was lured into the wood surrounding Bates Elementary School, where he…
Dr. Jamie Chisum addresses the high school’s most pressing issues in a press conference on October 25
On Monday, October 25, principal Dr. Jamie Chisum sat down for a press conference with The Bradford and discussed the…