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The very best students attend the Mashpee Public Schools.

Our students are caring, respectful, intelligent, creative, and hardworking. Every day, our dedicated team of outstanding educators empowers students to become thoughtful problem solvers, critical thinkers, curious explorers, and healthy decision-makers. Guided by our Portrait of a Graduate, we help students grow as resilient individuals, effective communicators, compassionate citizens, collaborative workers, and lifelong learners.

Within the Mashpee Public Schools—and throughout our supportive Mashpee community—we embrace each student and celebrate what makes them unique.

The Community

Mashpee is a tight-knit, supportive community located on beautiful Cape Cod. Proudly home to the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe, our town is rich in history, culture, and tradition. Families, educators, and community members work together to create a welcoming environment where every child can thrive. Whether cheering on our students as Falcon fans or showing up to lend a helping hand, the Mashpee community is united by its dedication to youth, learning, and belonging.

Graduation Requirements

Credit requirements [24 Credits]    

 
English                       4 credits       Math                          4 credits
Science                      3 credits     Social Studies          3 credits          
*Foreign Language   2 credit   Unified Arts              2 credit 
Electives                    3.5 credits       Physical Ed.             1 credit      
Health                        .5 credit Senior Sem./STC    1 credit

* 2 years of the same language

                                                                                                      

Advanced Placement Courses [AP]

Through dual enrollment opportunities and a broad selection of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, Mashpee High School offers students many ways to challenge themselves academically and earn college credit while still in high school. AP course offerings may vary from year to year based on student interest and enrollment, ensuring that our academic programming remains responsive to the needs and goals of our learners.  Please see our Program of Studies for the most up-to-date course offerings.

Honors Courses [H]

In order for students to be eligible to take honors courses they must obtain a 90 or better in the previous college prep course for that subject.  Students need to maintain at least an 80 average in the previous specific honors course in order to be considered for the next level honors course. 

College Prep [CP]

Open to all students who demonstrate the ability to complete work designed to prepare a student for entrance into a two or four year college program.  The MM/HS curriculum revision committee determined that in every subject area there is a set of power standards from the MA curriculum frameworks that all students are expected to mater. 


Grading Scale:

A+ = 97 - 100          A = 93 - 96                A- = 90 - 92         

B+ = 87 - 89            B = 83 - 86                 B- = 80 - 82     

C+ = 77 - 79            C = 73 - 76                 C- = 70 - 72        

D+ = 67 - 69   D = 63 - 66     D- = 60 - 62  

I = Incomplete          WP = withdrew passing    WF = withdrew failing

GPA and Class Rank:

The grades reported on the transcript are unweighted, based on a straight percentile. However, class rank and GPA are based on a weighted average. This weighted average is determined by the actual grade in the course plus points for levels of difficulty as noted:               

 A.P. / +9 points            Honors / +6 points            College Prep / +3 points   

Robotics team with robot and Vex award

QUICK FACTS

  • A community that highly values its schools and learning.
  • A Culture of Kindness, Respect and Excellence
  • Small class sizes -  Student/Teacher ratio (10.7 -1)
  • Multi-Tiered System of Supports ( Nationally Recognized Implementation)
  • Outstanding Art, Drama, Choral and Instrumental Programs
  • Rich Cultural Programs
  • No Fees for Athletics, Transportation, PSAT and AP exam tests
  • 1 to 1 Tech Ratio for all grades
  • An array of Advanced Placement Courses
  • Dual Enrollment Opportunities 
  • Career and Technical Pathways and student internships 
  • Technology Center for Excellence
  • Full interscholastic Athletic Programs
  • Active community engagement
  • Home to the MMHS Community garden
  • Weather Station

accredidation

 NEASC stands for the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and serves as our regional accrediting agency. Every region in the country has a similar organization that is responsible for reviewing the schools in its area. NEASC establishes standards for all levels of education, from pre-K to doctoral. If you are interested in more information, visit the web site at www.neasc.org.

Mashpee Middle-High School Accreditation

Related Files

NEASC Accreditation Award Letter
Core Values and Beliefs