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A message from the Superintendent of Schools:

Welcome to the Braintree Public Schools,

We are proud of our district's long history of high academic performance and a strong sense of community that welcomes and engages our students on a daily basis. We have built a team of outstanding professionals who work together every day to bring out the best in each individual student. Our mission is devoted to preparing all students to become responsible and contributing members of a diverse and global society, and we will actively partner with our families and caregivers to support our students through their educational and personal journey.

Our work is centered on three focus areas:

Teaching and Learning
Family and Community Engagement
Social Emotional Learning and Wellness

Our students have the opportunity to participate in a challenging curriculum, utilize appropriate support systems, enjoy a generous offering of extra-curricular activities and a vibrant athletic program, and attend frequent celebrations of who we are and what we have accomplished.

We are excited to work with our students and families to continue the rich and proud tradition of the Braintree Public Schools.

Tim MacDonald

Superintendent of Schools

Report of Entry Findings 25.26SY.pdf

Report of Entry Findings
2025 - 2026 SY

Introduction: As a longtime educator and administrator in Braintree Public Schools, I began this entry process unsure of what new insights I might gain. Over the past several months, while many of my longstanding impressions have been affirmed, this experience has most importantly provided meaningful opportunities to connect with new groups of stakeholders and to deepen my understanding of our exceptional school system. I am truly grateful for that opportunity. This Report of Entry Findings represents a comprehensive analysis of Braintree Public Schools, highlighting the district’s strengths and identifying opportunities to build upon its success. Through engagement with students, families, staff, and community members—along with a careful review of data and observations of instructional practices—I have developed a deeper and more nuanced understanding of our schools. Braintree Public Schools is a high-performing district grounded in student achievement, dedicated educators, and engaged families. This report reflects the collective insights of our stakeholders and objective analysis of district data, while outlining areas where we can strengthen our systems and further elevate the student experience.

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Our Mission, Beliefs & Values

The mission of the Braintree Public Schools, in partnership with parents and the community, is to prepare all students to become responsible and contributing members of a diverse and global society. We motivate and enable each student to develop intellectually, physically, socially, and emotionally through a rigorous and supportive educational program within an inclusive and safe environment that nurtures creative and critical thinking, the development of values, and the pursuit of lifelong learning.

Achieving

With a complete and total focus on providing high-quality instruction that is personalized for every child, Braintree students are the direct beneficiaries of a school-community dedicated to providing outstanding teachers, extremely favorable class sizes, and academic support services that are second to none.

Creative

We believe our students need to develop the necessary habits of body and mind to stay physically, socially and emotionally well throughout their lives.

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Inclusive

BPS is committed to ensuring equity and access to all students. BPS continuously strives to eliminate bias within our district and elevate underrepresented voices.

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Building Strong Foundations: Braintree receives Early Literacy Initiative grant to support writing skills

BRAINTREE, MA - Braintree Public Schools is proud to be a recipient of the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education's Early Literacy Initiative grant. In partnership with Stonehill College, Curry College and Randolph and Milton Public Schools. Braintree will share in $190,000 in funding to strengthen early writing skills and support ongoing districtwide work around the science of reading. This collaboration will help ensure our educators and students benefit from the latest research and best practices in early literacy instruction.

Superintendent Tim MacDonald noted, "This grant represents an exciting opportunity for Braintree Public Schools to deepen our commitment to early literacy. By working alongside our higher education partners and neighboring districts, we are able to strengthen instructional practices that give our youngest learners the strongest possible foundation in reading and writing."

Dr. Mary Ellen Janeiro, Director of English and Reading, added, "This work aligns directly with our districtwide focus on the science of reading and supports our teachers in bringing the latest research into daily classroom practice. The emphasis on early writing skills complements our existing literacy initiatives and will help ensure that students build both the skills and confidence they need to thrive as readers and writers."