Murphy K-8 School

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.