Needham Public Schools is committed to creating an environment in which students and staff become curious problem-solvers, thoughtful innovators, independent lifelong learners, and socially responsible global citizens.  Their work is supported and enhanced by modern and efficient digital tools that make learning more meaningful, relevant, and student-centered. Students are engaged, excited, and experience deeper understanding.  Learning and operations are supported by a well-maintained technology infrastructure and efficient information systems that enable digital-age leadership, streamlined workflow, and effective practices.

Student-centered learning is a flexible, competency-based approach to instruction that enables students to meet essential learning goals. Students and teachers are entrusted to share ownership of their learning through experiences that are tailored around their strengths, needs, interests, choice, and social and emotional well-being. Students learn to reflect, think critically, and solve complex problems in a differentiated, collaborative, supportive, relevant, and digitally connected environment.