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High School
Chinese New Year took place in Weston on Sunday, January 29, 2012 at the Middle School. The WPS Mandarin program hosted the community-wide celebration that featured displays, professional performers and members of the Chinese-American community.
Superintendent's Office
Kindergarten Registration will be Thurs., April 5, 8:00-noon, Case House. Children who reside in Weston and are five years old on or before 9/1/12 are eligible for kindergarten. In early March, parents will be mailed appointments and registration details.
High School
On February 2 and 3, 2012, Weston scientists participated in the Research "Jumpstart" Program, helping WHS 10th grade biology students refine their question and improve or take a new approach to their independent research projects.
High School
Weston Health & Wellness Project and the WPS Wellness Education Department have suggestions on how you can help keep kids, friends and families safe on a day when people will be watching one of the biggest sports events of the year.
High School
25 teachers from South Korea will visit Weston High School in the morning of Monday, February 6, 2012. They will be observing how the school differentiates instruction for students of different abilities. Please welcome them.
Superintendent's Office
After latest round of soil testing, and ollowing the recommendation of Town environmental consultant, the fields at Field School/Community Center will be closed for any activities (as of 2/2/12). See complete notice on district homepage.
Superintendent's Office
Shortly before 3pm, Wed. 2/, WHS was safely evacuated due to a strong smell of propane caused by a faulty valve. The HS temporarily closed for afternoon activities. The “Beyond the Classroom” lecture series will take place as planned.
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Field School/Community CenterSoil Contamination Update Last summer as part of the preparation of the site plan for the new Field School, random tests were conducted on soil behind the existing Field School. A few of the samples indicated arsenic above acceptable levels and one reached the level of extremely hazardous. It is believed that arsenic was utilized as a pesticide when this was an agricultural field in the early 20th century.
Working within the protocols established by the Environmental Protection Agency, we immediately cordoned off the test pits and a surrounding buffer zone. Since then we have continued to test to determine the geographic extent of the contaminated site. This time intensive effort has revealed an effected area that encompasses almost a third of the field behind the Community Center/Field School. After each round of test results, the fenced area has been expanded based on specific findings. After the initial tests, Green Seal has overseen the process. Their reports and accompanying graphics have been posted on the Field School Project website.
Given the extent of the off limits area coupled with the recent recommendation from Green Seal, we are closing the entire field to recess and/or recreational use as of Thursday, February 2, 2012.
We are currently issuing an RFP (Request for Proposal) to solicit bids for the removal of 1 1/2 feet of top soil. This remediation process will take place after schools close this summer, most likely two weeks in early July. Until that time, the grass will not be mowed to minimize dust and prevent use.
As we finalize plans for the remediation, we will hold an informational session for the community. In the interim, Field School Principal Matt Lucey will hold a coffee on February 8th (9:00 AM in Field School cafetorium) to discuss alternative plans for recess and answer any questions.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me via phone (781-786-5210) or email.
Cheryl R. Maloney
Superintendent
1:1 Initiative at Middle School
Last year a small cohort of seventh grade students and three of their teachers participated in a pilot focused on utilizing a tablet to enrich and enhance teaching and learning. After reviewing the overall positive response, as measured in a survey of parents, teachers, students, and assessed by our consultant Dr. Damian Bebell from Boston College; and, having discussions with the Middle School faculty we decided to expand the pilot to the entire grade seven this year. Our consultants are in the process of reviewing the mid-point data, but early indications are that these results are also very positive. If you are interested in learning more about this initiative, there are several public sessions that will take place in the next couple of weeks:
Friday, February 3, 9:00 AM
Middle School Library
Middle School Principal’s coffee will feature seventh grade teachers demonstrating curricular use of the tablets. Principal Gibbons will also answer questions.
Monday, February 6, 7:00 PM
Case House School Committee Meeting (see agenda) Dr. Lee McCanne will discuss preliminary results from the mid-point survey and plans for expanding the project to grades 7 and 8 in 2012-2013.
Cheryl R. Maloney
Superintendent
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Superintendent
Cheryl Maloney
maloneyc@weston.org Tel: 781-786-5200 Fax: 781-786-5209
89 Wellesley Street, Weston, MA 02493
Cheryl Maloney
maloneyc@weston.org Tel: 781-786-5200 Fax: 781-786-5209
89 Wellesley Street, Weston, MA 02493
