About
The Weston Public Schools is a nationally recognized school system, comprised of dedicated and talented teachers and staff, involved parents, a supportive community, and fine schools in bucolic settings. There is a strong tradition of educational excellence, and among the administration, faculty, and instructional staff an enduring commitment to the teaching/learning process.
Director of Human Resources, Amy La HaitAmy La Hait is a strategic human resources leader with more than 20 years of experience partnering with organizations to build effective people strategies, strengthen employee engagement, and align talent practices with business goals. She has held senior HR roles within complex healthcare, higher education, and mission-driven environments, with expertise spanning organizational design, employee relations, labor relations, talent acquisition, compensation, performance management, HR operations, and policy development. Most recently, Amy served in a senior HR leadership role at Harvard University Health Services, where she supported a multi-specialty healthcare organization and advised leaders on workforce strategy, organizational effectiveness, and employee experience. She has led initiatives involving HR process improvement, workforce planning, compliance, compensation practices, and employee relations while partnering closely with leaders, employees, and cross-functional stakeholders.
Known for her collaborative and practical approach, Amy brings the ability to balance strategic vision with operational execution. She is passionate about creating workplaces where employees feel valued, leaders are equipped to succeed, and HR programs are designed to support both organizational priorities and individual growth. Throughout her career, Amy has built trusted partnerships across healthcare, education, and nonprofit settings, helping organizations navigate change, develop talent, and create strong workplace cultures.
The Weston Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, genetic information, or disability.
Join Weston Public Schools
Where you will find …
An Exemplary Community
of motivated students in a town that values and supports academic performance and beautiful educational facilities.
Extensive Professional Benefits
that foster motivated and engaged educators who value life-long learning.
Demographic Diversity
that creates a vibrant and caring learning environment.
Inspired Learning
supported by advanced technology and actively engaged parents that results in excellence in the arts and athletics as well as in academics.
Exemplary Community
Motivated Students
Weston High School is consistently rated one of the best public school systems in the state and nationally. Click here to learn more about Weston rankings.
Community Spirit
The schools are truly a part of the Weston community. Our district enjoys strong partnerships with groups such as Land’s Sake Farm, the Council on Aging, Climate Control and Rotary International. We instill the value of civic engagement from elementary to high school. From intergenerational cultural programs to scientific mentoring, to community service, our students learn from and give to all of our citizens.
The Administration’s careful management of the budget has earned the confidence of voters, who consistently support the school budgets such that, unlike most other districts, there are no additional fees for the arts, athletics or extra-curricular activities.
All performing arts events are open to the public, with reduced tickets for seniors and military personnel. Our top-ranked music program is often tapped for cultural and civic events; our award-winning Theater Company draws sold-out crowds; student artists are frequently accepted to juried shows, and athletic events are popular community events.
Voters as well as private donors have also supported capital expenditure needs. Facilities and fields are in excellent shape, as the town completes a multi-decade renovation cycle with the last of the school buildings completed in Fall 2014. Our facilities and fields are used extensively by the public for recreation and other uses.
Professional Benefits
Impressive Faculty Peers
Weston teachers and specialists are well educated. 94% have earned masters and doctoral degrees and, among teachers who have post-graduate degrees, 65% have studied at least one year beyond the Master’s.
Professional Growth
Beyond the training our teachers have upon entry, continued professional growth is very important in the Weston Public Schools. New teachers are paired with mentors and participate in regular orientation meetings in their first year. The Weston Professional Development Academy (WPDAC) provides on-site opportunities for professional development. In addition, the school calendar incorporates professional development days for teacher workshops and focused learning for Professional Learning Communities. The district also supports summer professional development work and course reimbursement up to $1,500 per year.
Attractive Compensation and Benefits
Weston employees are part of a group that receives health insurance through the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Group Insurance Commission (GIC). Salaries and benefits are competitive with neighbor towns. Non-resident faculty and staff may, under certain cirmcumstances, enroll their children in Weston Public Schools and pay tuition.
Demographic Diversity
Learning Diversity
WPS educates children with special needs from the age of 3 to 22. Since 1999, Weston Windows, an integrated pre-school, with classrooms at Woodland and Country Schools, supports the youngest students with special needs.
The Bridge and GOAL programs at Weston High School support the older student as they prepare for transition to independent living. 4% of our students do not speak English as a first language. Our English Language Learning (ELL) Program supports these students, who speak 14 mother tongues. Summer enrichment and tutoring provide all our students ways to boost performance.
Racial and Ethnic Diversity
Since 1967, Weston has participated in the METCO voluntary desegregation program that brings students of color from Boston to suburban schools. Out total student population includes ~37% students of color. ~8.3% of the total student population are METCO students of color, and a~29% of the total student population are Weston-resident students of color, including 17% Asian American students. Weston students represent all the major religions and hail from every continent except Antarctica. Our Global Exchange program brings high school students from different parts of the world to live and learn with us and encourages our students to travel abroad. Our staff of color is 12% of the total and Weston is part of the Greater Boston Schools Human Resource Network (GBSHRN), a group that is committed to increasing faculty diversity. Their job fair is held in March.
Economic Diversity
Weston is one of the wealthiest communities in the Commonwealth, but there are still many students who face economic hardship. The district supports these students with free or subsidized lunches, scholarships and other assistance.
Inspired Learning
Educating the Whole Child
We believe in educating the whole child through academics, athletics, the arts, social competency programs and community service. Extra-curricular activities and late buses that facilitate participation are free of charge.
Advanced Technology
Faculty use advanced instructional technologies including projection, wireless networking, document cameras, and online resources, with support from Educational Integration Specialists, on site technical personnel, and technical training opportunities. The Middle School has a full 1-to-1 technology program. The High School has a Bring Your Own Technology (BYOT) program and a Global Education Conference Center that enables long-distance learning.
Parental Involvement
Weston parents, actively engaged as volunteers through the Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) and as donors, greatly enhance the educational experience for our faculty and our students.
The Weston Education Enrichment Fund Committee (WEEFC), a permanent subcommittee of the school committee founded in 1954, enriches learning at every level of the district. Over $6M has been raised, funding curriculum, professional development and technology.
Weston Boosters raises funds for Athletics and other extra-curricular activities. Despite our small size, Weston wins many division and state championships and sends many athletes to collegiate varsity programs.
