City council must decide whether to leave $3.5 million unallocated or place it in a fund for a new Burncoat Middle and High School.
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November 10, 2026
Worcester Schools Measure Student Screen TimeAn internal district audit recorded average daily instructional screen time across grade levels ahead of a School Committee discussion.
November 6, 2026
Worcester Teen Wins National STEM Champion TitleSeventh grader Jason Chang built a motor-free solar tracker for under $25 and is developing an all-weather version.
October 27, 2026
Worcester Residents Debate School Realignment PlansCommunity members voiced concerns regarding potential changes to local school buildings during a public forum.
October 20, 2026
Worcester Schools Develop New Graduation StandardsThe district is updating requirements after voters ended the MCAS mandate in 2024.
October 14, 2026
Worcester Public Schools Presented Boundary ScenariosThe district held a public meeting to gather input on proposed school boundary and quadrant alignments.
October 6, 2026
Worcester Schools Will Debate Smart Glasses BanThe Worcester School Committee will consider a ban on wearable tech in public schools this October.
October 2, 2026
Mass Academy Ranked Among Top SchoolsNiche has placed the Worcester institution among the top four public schools in the United States.
September 28, 2026
Worcester Council Reviewed School and Police PlansCity officials evaluated renovation costs for Burncoat High School and addressed ongoing police staffing shortages.
September 20, 2026
Worcester Released Second School Realignment DraftThe district reversed several proposed school changes following public feedback.
