Superintendent Update
April 18, 2025
Dear Bedford Public Schools Community,
This morning, I had the privilege of joining two special events that exemplify our core values of community and inclusivity. First, I joined our annual Military Student Breakfast at BHS, where we celebrated our military-connected students for their service to our country (see proclamation for Governor Healey, pictured, and photos from the event above and at Hanscom Air Force Base's Flickr Page shortly). Many thanks to BHS counselor Brian DeChellis for organizing this annual event. Afterward, I headed over to the Lane School where I was able to enjoy a wide variety of talents from our amazing group of 5th graders (pictured and read more below). What was more impressive than the talent on display (which was pretty impressive) was the positive support of students for their peers who were taking risks to share something with the community. Thank you to all of the staff, student, and caregiver volunteers to help put on these celebratory events that are part of what make Bedford Public Schools so special. This afternoon, I was able to end the day at the Davis School and enjoy some of the 2nd grade Stress Free Day (many thanks to teacher Karen Shamon), which was a great way to head off into April break---enjoy vacation week!
Best,
Cliff Chuang (he/him) 莊 宏 毅
Superintendent, Bedford Public Schools
- April: Month of the Military Child, Autism Awareness Month, School Library Month
- April 12-20: Passover
- April 20: Easter Sunday
- April 22: Earth Day & School Bus Driver Appreciation Day
- April 23: Administrative Professionals Day
- April 25: Arbor Day
- April 29: 7:15pm - Healthy School Hours In-Person Community Forum at BHS LGI
- April 30: 7:00pm - Healthy School Hours Boston Community Forum via Zoom
- May 1: 7:15pm - Healthy School Hours Virtual Community Forum via Zoom
- May 2-4: BPS K-12 Art Show
At its April 15 meeting, the School Committee reviewed the FY25 Quarter 3 budget report and received an update for the FY26 budget. The Committee also voted unanimously to approve the appointment of Dr. Kelly Williamson as the new Assistant Superintendent of Teaching & Learning. Please note that the remaining school committee meeting dates have been modified to avoid conflicts with other events. The next School Committee meeting will be held on May 6th when the committee is expected to hear updates about curricular changes at the middle school, including in 6th grade math. As always, meeting agendas, schedules, and supporting documents are available on the School Committee - Meeting Schedule & Supporting Documents.
Throughout this school year, in alignment with Strategic Objective 2.1 regarding student wellbeing, the School Committee has considered whether a change in school hours is in the best interest of students. This Bedford Healthy School Hours Communication Plan outlines multiple opportunities for stakeholders to learn more about the research on healthy school hours and to provide feedback. In particular, please note that 5th - 12th graders will have this opportunity during school, and that there are family & community Forums planned for April 29th (in-person), April 30th (virtual with a focus on Boston families), and May 1st (virtual). All stakeholders will be able to take a survey beginning on May 5th. Families who wish to opt their child out of the survey should submit a written request to their school principal by Friday, May 2, 2025. For more information, please contact your school principal.
Bedford Public Schools’ 2025 K-12 Art show will be held at Bedford High School during the weekend of May 2. The annual K-12 Art Show tradition started more than 30 years ago with the concept of giving every Bedford Public School student involved in art a chance to display and celebrate a piece of their work with the community. Read more here.
This application will take place on Sunday April 27, 2025. All fields at the John Glenn Middle School and the Bedford High School will be treated with a granular crabgrass control and fertilizer. Fields will be closed for the full day. All fields will be safe to return to use on Monday April 28, 2025. Please contact Bedford Public Works for additional information.