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July 8, 2026

Welcome Principal Maresca!

Oakdale Elementary is excited to welcome Principal Maresca!  Michael Maresca comes to Dedham from Dean S. Luce Elementary School in Canton, where he had been the Assistant Principal.

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July 6, 2026

Welcome to ParentSquare!

Hope your summer break is off to a great start! Dedham Public Schools are already at work preparing for the new school year. We are excited to begin using ParentSquare as our primary platform for s...

About Us

Oakdale Elementary School in Dedham, MA is a welcoming school serving elementary students with a focus on strong academics, positive relationships, and a supportive learning environment that helps every child grow and succeed.

Our Mission

The mission of the Dedham Public Schools, in partnership with the community, is to promote excellence in learning, self-discipline, and motivation.

Our Vision

Each graduate of the Dedham Public Schools (DPS) will confidently pursue personal excellence through continued independent inquiry and learning and exhibit socially responsible decision-making within a dynamic and diverse global community.

Our Core Values

Academic Excellence

The educators, parents, and citizens of Dedham are partners in a commitment to academic excellence to prepare students to succeed in a global society.

Positive Learning Environment

Our schools provide a safe environment that fosters curiosity, creativity, and positive attitudes. Students develop best when they are encouraged and feel supported in an open, collaborative environment.

Respect

By enriching learning and developing responsible citizens, we respect the dignity and diversity of all individuals and cultures.

Support & Open Communication

The schools create opportunities to share ideas, resources, and responsibility among students, parents, school personnel, town officials, and residents.

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Dedham is incredibly proud of its schools and especially fond of its place in the history of public education in the United States as the first tax funded, free public school system established in 1645.