Rafael Hernandez School Rafael Hernández Dual Language School We are a K-6 Boston Public school that integrates dual language, community school, and inclusive education models. ¡Bienvenidos a la Hernández! As a Community Hub School we support our students both inside and outside of the classroom, creating the conditions that will help them and their families thrive. Hernández After School Program We are so proud that 40% of our student body participates in our rich programming after school. Thanks to the many organizers, volunteers, and businesses who made Noche de Fiesta 2026 such a great success—bringing together 510 students, family members, and friends—and raising vital funds to support field trips, our After School Program, and family events in the coming year. Supporters include Birch Street House & Garden Boston Pops Boston Red Sox Children’s Music Center of Jamaica Plain ExperienceFirst Tours Ferris Wheels Foundation To Be Named Later Hale Reservation Home Depot - West Roxbury Jadu Café JP Clay Midnight Morning New England Revolution Salmagundi Starbucks - West Roxbury The Substation The Village Works TreeTop Adventures ULA Café Village Market Academics Behind the amazing staff and students of the Hernández is a structure that supports academic excellence. Learn more about what makes the Hernández unique: Dual Language Program Specialties Library Link to Clever Inclusion Program Community Programming Friends of the Hernández (FOH) is the non-profit organization that supports and advocates for the community of students, families, and neighbors of the Rafael Hernández Dual Language School. Founded by parents in 2001, FOH supports the HUB Community School strategy of the school through an array of programs and services. Take a deep dive to see how they support our distinctly unique community. Family Resources Student success is positively impacted by family participation or involvement. Find resources for your questions on how and where to get involved in our community: Come to Family Council Meetings Join School Site Equity Council Uniforms School Lunch Menu How to Volunteer BPS Apps how we stay in communication Parent Portals etc. Events Calendar 2025/26 Check out what our students are doing or see where there are opportunities for your participation in the community. We invite you to save these events to your calendar so you never miss anything. You may also find this information in the Parent Square App where events are more fully visible. Family Events Calendar Contact or Visit Us Call 617-635-8187 for information about tours. Our school hours for students are 8:30 AM to 3:10 PM. After School is from 3:10 to 6PM. We’re located in the heart of Egleston Square at 61 School Street, Roxbury, 02119. Public Transportation: Take the MBTA Orange Line to Stonybrook Station or bus to Columbus Avenue and Dixwell Street.