Dear Malden Residents,
I could not
have been more pleased to read the recent U.S. News and World Report announcing
Malden High School (MHS) and the Mystic Valley Regional Charter School (MVRCS) as
two of the top 50 Best High Schools in Massachusetts. Most impressive was the
fact that U.S. News and World reviewed 358 schools before determining the ranking.
Malden High
School ranked 39th and was able to accomplish this feat even though
the school’s student-to-teacher ratio was larger than the state average. Additionally,
in both Math and English, over 70 percent of the students were deemed
proficient. The Mystic Valley Regional Charter School ranked 8th and
had over 90 percent of the students proficient in Math and English. I commend both
schools on these accomplishments.
These
statistics are proof of Malden’s commitment to improve the quality of education
for our students. Most recently, Malden School
Superintendent David DeRuosi announced a citywide early learning reading
initiative that connects home and school by utilizing smart phones, tablets,
and computers. This innovative program involves a partnership with
Footsteps2Brilliance, an early learning platform that will provide every Malden
family with a library of eBooks and educational games to help improve literacy skills.
The
most appealing aspect of this project is that the MVRCS, the Cheverus School,
and local early learning centers will be joining the Malden Public Schools in rolling
out the program. This collaboration is certain to yield positive results,
accelerate learning and assist our students in achieving future academic
success.
Again,
congratulations to MHS and MVRCS – they are inspiring examples of the hard work
taking place in all our schools across the city!
Sincerely,
GARY CHRISTENSON
Mayor, City of Malden
