Christina Chappell Joins WEDF as Advancement Associate

WEDF is proud to announce and welcome Christina Chappell as the organization’s Advancement Associate. Chappell will be responsible for supporting the work of the WPS Alumni Network, handling communications, and assisting with development. Chappell holds a BA in English and Environmental Studies from Tufts University, and an MS in Environmental Education from Antioch University New […]

WEDF Announces Fall, 2019 Mini-Grants

The Worcester Educational Development Foundation, Inc. is funding $ 6536 in mini-grants for educators in the Worcester Public Schools for programs that will enhance and enrich teaching and learning. The programs align with curriculum and at least one of WEDF’s four main areas of focus: Health and Wellness Culture and Arts College and Career Readiness […]

9th Annual Class of Distinguished Alumni & Friends Awards

The 9th Class of Distinguished Alumni and Friends of the Worcester Public Schools Banquet and Awards program will be held on Wednesday, November 6, 2019, at the Hogan Center, College of the Holy Cross, Worcester, MA. These awards honor and recognize WPS alumni who have distinguished themselves by achieving outstanding success in academics, the arts, […]

Stephen Mills Named Interim President

Dr. Stephen Mills, founder of the Worcester Educational Development Foundation, has been named interim president of the organization. Mills retired as Superintendent of the Acton-Boxboro Public Schools, was Deputy Superintendent of the Worcester Public Schools, and served on the Worcester School Committee. He is currently the director of the Center for Effective Instruction at Worcester […]

Pitcher Honored for Contributions to WEDF

Retiring WEDF president Stephen Pitcher was awarded the Dr. Stephen Mills Award for Advancing the Mission of the Worcester Educational Development Foundation at the June board meeting. Pitcher has been president of WEDF for the last seven years, bringing strong financial and non-profit management to the organization. Steve is a graduate of North High School […]

WEDF Announces Fall, 2018 Mini-Grants

The Worcester Educational Development Foundation, Inc. is funding $ 5600 in mini-grants for educators in the Worcester Public Schools for programs that will enhance and enrich teaching and learning. The programs align with curriculum and a WEDF’s four main areas of focus: Health and Wellness Culture and Arts College and Career Readiness STEM The grants […]

Defining Our Path – A Strategic Plan For Education in Worcester

The Worcester Public Schools strategic plan articulates a commitment to continue Worcester’s renaissance by placing the city’s children, and the future that they represent, at the center of our shared work. […]

Congratulations to our Spring 2017 Mini-Grant Award Winners!

The Worcester Educational Development Foundation, Inc. is pleased to announce the following mini-grants for Spring 2017 totaling more than $4800. Funded proposals focused on civic engagement to help students become better informed citizens for the preservation of our democracy. Mini-lecture Series for AP US History Students – Colleen Kelly – District-wideCivics with Digital Literacy – Jayne Cardin – Rice SquareWorcester, You […]

Congratulations to our Spring 2015 Mini-Grant Award Winners!

The Worcester Educational Development Foundation, Inc. is pleased to announce the following mini-grants for Spring 2015 totaling more than $ 5,000. Funded proposals include those that were creative, innovative and interdisciplinary. Ebru: The Flowing Colors of the Middle East – Mary Ann McFarland – City View SchoolArt Reads: Literacy in the Art Classroom – Victoria […]

Congratulations to our Winter 2013 Mini-Grant Award Winners!

Mini-grant recipients for Winter 2013 focused on core curriculum and arts related programs. These funds were made available by the Stoddard Charitable Trust and the Distinguished Alumni and Friends of the Worcester Public Schools event. Zohar Badenhausen – Midland – Searching for Weather Patterns, $490Victoria Caezza and Dierdre Carlson – BMS – Flat to Form: Medieval Castles, $400Deirdre Carlson, Cindy Roach […]

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