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“Sunday sitdown: Coach Mark Nickerson” in Globe

Posted on April 5, 2026 | Leave a comment

Globe article about Mark Nickerson –

Sunday sitdown: Coach Mark Nickerson on how Medfield girls’ basketball rose to dynasty status

By Trevor Hass Globe Correspondent,Updated April 4, 2026, 5:21 p.m.

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Mark Nickerson has led Medfield to five state championships, including the last three in Division 2, since taking over the program in 2004.
Mark Nickerson has led Medfield to five state championships, including the last three in Division 2, since taking over the program in 2004. Ken McGagh for The Boston Globe

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MHS teams in best sports photos article in Globe

Posted on March 27, 2026 | Leave a comment

From the Boston Globe – https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/03/25/sports/best-of-winter-high-school-photos/

Photo gallery: Best of winter 2025-26 from Massachusetts high school students

By John Vitti Globe Staff,Updated March 25, 2026, 8:00 a.m.

Medfield starters Abby Broderick (left) Tess Baacke (center), and Paige Henebry support their teammates during an 85-37 win over visiting Bellingham on Jan. 9, 2026.James Hurley/Medfield High School

Medfield’s Owen Fessenden (right) dives for the puck during a 3-2 overtime loss to Westwood on Dec. 20, 2025, at Canton Ice House.Ariana DiNatale/Medfield High School

Medfield captain Matt Dickson (10) celebrates while heading toward the locker room after a 5–0 win over Nauset in the MIAA Division 3 semifinal on March 8, 2026, at Gallo Arena.Maria Barros/Medfield High School

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Girls’ Basketball – still undefeated, Still Rated #1, & Still Winning by +20/Game

Posted on January 21, 2026 | Comments Off on Girls’ Basketball – still undefeated, Still Rated #1, & Still Winning by +20/Game

From the Boston Globe this afternoon –

HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS’ BASKETBALL

Globe Top 20 girls’ basketball poll: Unbeaten Medfield continues to set the pace

By Trevor Hass Globe Correspondent,Updated January 20, 2026, 3:00 a.m.

MARK STOCKWELL FOR THE BOSTON GLOBE

Medfield, fresh off two dominant victories over out-of-state foes at the Hoophall Invitational, has won every game by 20-plus points and still has the No. 1 spot in the Globe’s Top 20 girls’ basketball poll as a result.

https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/01/20/sports/eastern-mass-girls-basketball-globe-top-20/?event=event12

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MEDFIELD OUTREACH – Winter Newsletter

Posted on January 16, 2026 | Comments Off on MEDFIELD OUTREACH – Winter Newsletter

From Viktorria Glissendorf, MPH, Prevention Coordinator, Medfield Outreach –

SHARE: Join Our Email List Upcoming Events & Current Offerings Photovoice GalleryWalkthrough Join us for a gallery walkthrough of theMedfield Photovoice student art project on January 22 from 3:30–4:30 p.m. at the Medfield High School Library. Through avariety of expressive media includingphotography and digital art, Medfield HighSchool students explored the interpersonaland community environments shaping theirhealth and well-being. The reception willalso feature spoken reflections fromselected Medfield students, accompaniedby live music from the Medfield GuitarClub.
SHARE: Join Our Email List Upcoming Events & Current Offerings Photovoice Gallery Walkthrough Join us for a gallery walkthrough of the Medfield Photovoice student art project on January 22 from 3:30–4:30 p.m. at the Medfield High School Library. Through a variety of expressive media including photography and digital art, Medfield High School students explored the interpersonal and community environments shaping their health and well-being. The reception will also feature spoken reflections from selected Medfield students, accompanied by live music from the Medfield Guitar Club. Parent Coffee Hour Thursday, January 29 from 10:30-11:30 AM @ Medfield Public Library We are excited to offer a Coffee Talk for parents and guardians of tweens and adolescents! Have a cup of coffee with us as we share tips on talking with your kids about technology use and discuss successful strategies families have used to navigate digital safety in a changing world. No need to RSVP, just show up! SPACE Treatment Contact Medfield Outreach to schedule! We are pleased to announce that we are now offering SPACE treatment, which stands for Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions. The SPACE treatment approach centers on empowering parents to make changes in their own behavior, rather than directly trying to change their child's behavior. Participants in the program will learn two primary strategies: how to respond more supportively to their anxious child and how to gradually reduce accommodations made for their child's symptoms. QPR Training Contact Medfield Outreach to schedule! Did you know that you don't have to be a professional to offer hope and help to those considering suicide? Medfield Outreach can provide a FREE 2-hour QPR: Suicide Prevention Training for Medfield residents, aged 18+. All you need is a group of 8-15 people willing to learn how to offer hope in a time of distress. Call your friends and schedule a training today! Medfield Mobile Task Force Presents: Screenagers January 26 | 7:00 PM | Medfield High School Auditorium To thoughtfully address the opportunities and concerns arising from technology and social media, Medfield Public Schools convened a Mobile Technology Task Force, a collaborative forum bringing together students, parents, educators, and members of the Medfield School Committee to examine the role of mobile technology in our schools and community. Medfield Outreach is proud to partner with Medfield Public Schools on this initiative. On January 26th at 7:00 PM in the Medfield High School auditorium, the Mobile Task Force will host a screening of the award-winning film Screenagers. Through insights from authors, psychologists, and brain scientists, Screenagers: Elementary School Age Edition reveals how tech time impacts kids’ development and offers solutions for empowering kids to navigate the digital world and find balance. For more information, please contact Jeff Marsden at jmarsden@email.medfield.net. Wait until 8th Pledge The Wait Until 8th pledge empowers parents to rally together to delay giving children a smartphone until at least the end of 8th grade. Let’s protect the elementary and middle school years from the distractions and the dangers of a smartphone in Medfield. Did you know that 12% of Medfield parents have already signed this pledge? We would love for you to join us. Click here for more information and to sign the pledge. 7th Grade Wellness Visits Recap Throughout November, nearly 200 7th graders in Mr. Woods’ Wellness classes took field trips to Medfield Outreach! Students learned about the social services available to Medfield residents, the many ways communities can work together to prevent substance misuse, the positive health impacts of gratitude, and opportunities to join MCAP-advised clubs like Medfield Youth Leadership Program and Medfield BREATHE. At the end of the visit, students were invited to post to our Gratitude Wall. These visits were a valuable way to familiarize students and their families with the resources Outreach offers, as well as an opportunity to learn how community substance use prevention works in Medfield. The Research Corner Learn what the research says about substance use, mental health, and wellness! This edition, we are highlighting the the health benefits of dry January and the positive trends in high school cannabis consumption trends in Medfield. Health Benefits of Dry January - What the Science Says Thinking about kickstarting your 2026 with Dry January? One study found that going 31 days without alcohol had noticeable health benefits for regular drinkers, even without changes in diet and exercise. By the end of the month, participants who abstained from alcohol showed improvements in: Insulin resistance Weight Blood pressure Liver function Cancer-related growth factors In the long term, cutting back on alcohol can improve mood, sleep, cancer risk, and immunity. Ready to hop on the “sober curious” trend this January? Click here for 40 fun mocktail recipes to enjoy all month long. Source article: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29730627 Cannabis Positive Community Norms Did you know that on average, people tend to overestimate the prevalence of substance use in their communities? From college campuses to high schools, people consistently misperceive the likelihood that the people around them are using substances. In Medfield, the vast majority of middle and high school students do not use cannabis (marijuana), and that percentage has followed a downward trend over time. Through sustained education, public health awareness campaigns, and other multi-sector prevention initiatives aimed at creating healthy communities, Medfield has seen a significant decrease in the percentage of students who use cannabis. By continuing the conversation at home, you can reinforce these healthy decisions with the youth in your life. Click here to access our Adult Guide for Substance Use Prevention with tips for talking to youth about substances. iDECIDE: Evidence-Based Substance Use Education for Youth To support high school students who would like to learn more about substance use prevention, we are offering a voluntary psychoeducation program developed in partnership by Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, the MA Department of Public Health (DPH) and the Institute for Health and Recovery (IHR). iDECIDE is an educational program intended to inform students of brain development, neurobiology, risk and protective factors, industry tactics, and healthy alternatives to substance use. This program is intended to support students in making informed decisions about their substance use and health. Click here to complete the iDECIDE interest form, or email Krissy King at kking@medfield.net for more information. Ready to join get involved in this important work? Attend a meeting! Medfield Outreach Advisory Board - the 4th Monday of every month | 6:00-7:30 PM | Medfield Outreach office Medfield Coalition for Suicide Prevention (MCSP) - the 4th Wednesday of every month | 12:00 - 1:00 PM | Zoom Medfield Cares About Prevention (MCAP) - the last Wednesday of every month | 4:30 - 5:30 PM | Hybrid: In-person at the Medfield Outreach Office & via Zoom *Email medfieldoutreach@medfield.net for more information and Zoom links! Connect with us! Would you like to receive the next edition of our newsletter directly to your inbox? Subscribe today! Subscribe Medfield Outreach | 88R South St Door 12 | Medfield, MA 02052 US Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice

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“Medfield Photovoice” student art project 3:30–4:30 pm, 1/22, MHS Library

Posted on December 15, 2025 | Comments Off on “Medfield Photovoice” student art project 3:30–4:30 pm, 1/22, MHS Library

From Krissy King, MPH, Substance Use Prevention Coordinator

Photovoice Gallery to Showcase Medfield High School Student Art and Wellness Project Public Walkthrough on January 22 at Medfield High School Library

Medfield, MA — Members of the public are invited to attend a gallery walkthrough of the Medfield Photovoice student art project on January 22 from 3:30–4:30 p.m. at the Medfield High School Library.

Through a variety of expressive media, including photo collages, triptych art, light painting, and digital art, Medfield High School students explored a series of prompts reflecting the positive and negative influences on their health and well-being. Each project is accompanied by student-written captions designed to inspire education, reflection, and community dialogue about the experiences and challenges facing Medfield youth.

Medfield Photovoice is a collaborative effort between the Medfield Cares About Prevention (MCAP) community coalition, the Bellforge Arts Center, and the Medfield High School Art Department. Originally developed in 1992 by Caroline C. Wang and Mary Ann Burris, the Photovoice model is a participatory health promotion strategy that empowers individuals to examine personal and community issues through the lens of photography. This project supports MCAP’s ongoing Action Plan to advance youth health and wellness in Medfield through education, empowerment, and community-driven change.

The reception will also feature spoken reflections from selected Medfield students, accompanied by live music from the Medfield Guitar Club.

For additional information, please contact Krissy King at kking@medfield.net.

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Black Out at Budget Workshop

Posted on December 3, 2025 | 2 comments

MEDFIELD POLICE DEPARTMENT photo –

The Warrant Committee’s joint budget workshop with the Select Board and School Committee last night was ended by this tree on the wires along Main Street that turned off the electricity to the Medfield High School library, putting the meeting into darkness – the MHS’s emergency generator failed to come on. The meeting proceeded in the dimness for a short time illuminated only by the light from the computer screens and cell phones, and apparently was still being broadcast on backup power.

The workshop discussion will be re-scheduled and the discussions will continue.

Issue = only an additional 1.2% budget monies are available for spending increases for FY27, so even level funding is not possible. Plus large capital expenses required:

  1. $120 m. required to repair town buildings over the next 20 years.
  2. $100 m. required in next 5 years for priority building repairs – roofs and building envelopes.
  3. Dale Street School must be replaced.

Overrides seem needed, unless residents want fewer services.

Thank you to the Warrant Committee for starting the discussion!

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Love Medfield. Here are some meaningful ways to support it!

Posted on November 19, 2025 | Comments Off on Love Medfield. Here are some meaningful ways to support it!

Fueling Medfield:

Your Gift Makes Everything Run.

As the holiday season—the true time of giving—begins, we know you’re looking for meaningful ways to support your town.

You may know us best for our upcoming Angel Run 5K, but the Medfield Foundation is so much more than a race! We are a dedicated engine supporting countless local initiatives right here in Medfield.

The Medfield Foundation has raised $5.5 million since its inception to directly impact the lives of Medfield’s residents.

This year, you don’t have to cross a finish line to make a profound difference. Please consider giving to support all that the Medfield Foundation does.

Your donation today ensures our momentum continues, funding the crucial programs that make Medfield a wonderful place to live for everyone.

Thank you for your generosity this time of year!

Donate       

There is still time to register for the 2025 Angel Run!

We are officially counting down the days until the Angel Run 5K—get ready to experience the most festive, feel-good event of the holiday season!

Register    

Here’s what we do at The Medfield Foundation…

Provide Support

We have helped over 50 local non-profit initiative through our charitable platform, to support their fundraising efforts, such as Hinkley Helpers most recently.

Raise Funds

We support Medfield residents directly, two examples: our Community Assistance Fund, helps local folks in need via emergency assistance, and our Camp Fund, sending local kids to summer camps.

Make an Impact

Through the foundation’s Legacy Fund, a professionally managed endowment, we support community driven projects, through an annual grant program. Nearly $100,000 has been granted to local organizations like Medfield Outreach, Sustainable Medfield, and The Peak House Heritage Center, to name just a few.

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National Soccer Group Rates MHS Girls Soccer as #11 in Country

Posted on September 12, 2025 | Comments Off on National Soccer Group Rates MHS Girls Soccer as #11 in Country

Girls High School Rankings: Second National Poll Released for Fall 2025 – SoccerWireSoccerWire
Medfield (Medfield, Mass.) NR, 2-0-0. 12, Albertus Magnus (Bardonia, N.Y.), 12, 1-0-0. 13, Hope Christian (Albuquerque, N.M.), 18, 6-0-0. 14, Franklin .

Sep 11, 2025

Girls High School Rankings: Second National Poll Released for Fall 2025

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(Pictured Above: Sacred Heart Academy from Louisville, KY rises up to No. 3 this week, up from No. 9.)

United Soccer Coaches released the newest set of Girls High School Rankings for the Fall 2025 season.

New Jersey’s Rutgers Prep remains at No. 1 this week. They’re followed by Indiana’s Hamilton Southeastern at No. 2, Sacred Heart Academy from Kentucky at No. 3, Massachusetts side Wellesley at No. 4, and Oregon’s Jesuit rounding out the Top 5.

See below for a full look at the Top 25.

Girls High School National Poll 2

RankSchoolPrevW-L-T
1Rutgers Prep (Somerset, N.J.)12-0-0
2Hamilton Southeastern (Fishers, Ind.)29-0-0
3Sacred Heart Academy (Louisville, Ky.)99-0-1
4Wellesley (Wellesley, Mass.)131-0-0
5Jesuit (Portland, Ore.)112-0-0
6Ward Melville (East Setuaket, N.Y.)60-0-0
7Mechanicsburg (Mechanicsburg, Pa.)NR5-0-0
8McDonogh School (Owings Mills, Md.)142-0-0
9Perrysburg (Perrysburg, Ohio)NR6-0-0
10Lake Stevens (Lake Stevens, Wash.)140-0-0
11Medfield (Medfield, Mass.)NR2-0-0
12Albertus Magnus (Bardonia, N.Y.)121-0-0

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MHS = #18 in MA

Posted on August 20, 2025 | Comments Off on MHS = #18 in MA

Per US NEWS & WORLD REPORT, as reported in the PATCH –

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The Top 25 High Schools In Massachusetts For 2025-26: U.S. News & World Report

The 2025-2026 Best High Schools national rankings identify top public schools based on six key performance indicators.

  1. Boston Latin School, Boston (Boston Public Schools)
  2. Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School, Hadley (Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter)
  3. Lexington High School, Lexington (Lexington)
  4. Sturgis Charter Public School, Hyannis (Sturgis Charter Public)
  5. O’Bryant School Of Math & Science, Roxbury (Boston Public Schools)
  6. Mystic Valley Regional Charter School, Malden (Mystic Valley Regional Charter)
  7. Pioneer Charter School of Science 2 (PCSS-2), Saugus (Pioneer Charter School of Science II)
  8. Hopkinton High School, Hopkinton (Hopkinton High School)
  9. Belmont High School, Belmont (Belmont)
  10. Pioneer Charter School of Science, Everett (Pioneer Charter School of Science)
  11. Dover-Sherborn Regional High School, Dover (Dover-Sherborn)
  12. Boston Latin Academy, Dorchester (Boston Public Schools)
  13. Acton-Boxborough Regional High School, Acton (Acton-Boxborough)
  14. Algonquin Regional High School, Northboro (Northboro-Southboro)
  15. Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School, Marlborough (Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School)
  16. The Bromfield School, Harvard (Harvard)
  17. Winchester High School, Winchester (Winchester)
  18. Medfield Senior High School, Medfield (Medfield)
  19. Westborough High School, Westborough (Westborough)
  20. Wellesley High School, Wellesley (Wellesley Public Schools)
  21. Cohasset High School, Cohasset (Cohasset)
  22. Wayland High School, Wayland (Wayland)
  23. Weston High School, Weston (Weston)
  24. Newton South High School, Newton Centre (Newton)
  25. Westwood High School, Westwood (Westwood)

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MCAP Seeking Focus Groups

Posted on May 29, 2025 | Comments Off on MCAP Seeking Focus Groups

From Viktorria Glissendorf at Medfield Outreach –

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Hi MCAP Members,

I’m attaching a flyer for our focus groups taking place next week, as well as a sample write-up you can use if you’d like. I’d really appreciate it if you could share this with your networks, especially those parents/guardians of high school/middle school students. 

Information gathered will help influence our future coalition work, and is extremely valuable!

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