Richard J. Murphy K-8 School
Principal:
Karen Cahill Location
1 Worrell Street
Dorchester,
MA
02122
United States
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School Highlights:
- PRIME TIME after school programs and Summer STARS summer program
- Winner of prestigious awards: National Title I Distinguished School, COMPASS School, Vanguard School, Learning Site School for math, and Lead School for Science
- Partnerships with Emmanuel College and Tufts University, bringing in interns and student teachers to assist in classrooms
- A dedicated faculty, including lead teachers, master teachers, teacher-coaches, a Golden Apple Award winner, two Milken Educators of the Year, three Boston Educator of the Year winners, and a finalist for the Massachusetts Teacher of the Year award
- Free preparation for Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE) for all grade 6 students
- Strong academic supports, including math and literacy specialists
- Swimming, music, art, technology, full music program with lessons (violin, guitar, and piano) and chorus, and physical education
- Computers in every classroom and three computer labs
- Strong parent involvement, with coffee hours, math workshops, and active committees
- Partnerships with businesses, universities, and cultural organizations.
School Facility Environmental Report:
BPS Report on Teaching & Learning (School Report Card):
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2011 School Climate Survey: