Dear Colleagues, I hope you each had a productive week across the district. The news of the PowerSchool data breach affecting thousands of school districts across the nation was extremely concerning. We need to have full confidence in the security… Continue Reading Superintendent’s Bulletin 1/10/25
WPS Illness Guidelines
WPS is seeing a significant rise in illnesses. Students should stay home when they have a fever (100 F), vomiting/diarrhea within past 24 hours, been placed on antibiotics in the past 24 hours, are unable to manage profuse nasal drainage,… Continue Reading WPS Illness Guidelines
PowerSchool Data Breach
Please see this Frequently Asked Questions document for the latest information on the PowerSchool data breach that came to light in January 2025. In addition, PowerSchool is offering identify protection services for impacted individuals. Please see this letter to families… Continue Reading PowerSchool Data Breach
Superintendent’s Bulletin 1/3/25
Dear Colleagues, Happy New Year! I hope you each had a restful winter recess and a seamless return to our two-day week as we begin 2025! As we move closer to the midpoint of our school year, I want to… Continue Reading Superintendent’s Bulletin 1/3/25
Superintendent’s Bulletin 12/20/24
Dear Colleagues, I hope you each had a productive week. As I write this message, I’m looking at snow continuing to fall, which I have to admit, brings a beauty and excitement that transports me back to my youth. As… Continue Reading Superintendent’s Bulletin 12/20/24
Superintendent’s Bulletin 12/13/24
Dear Colleagues, I hope you each had a productive week. I wanted to thank WPS METCO Director Stephanie Holland and her peers, for hosting another powerful METCO Director’s Association Conference last week. This year’s conference was spread across two days,… Continue Reading Superintendent’s Bulletin 12/13/24
Superintendent’s Bulletin 12/6/24
Dear Colleagues, I hope you each had a productive week. It was certainly a busy one! I want to start by thanking Assistant Superintendent Sandy Trach and our Teaching and Learning team for their work to facilitate our professional learning… Continue Reading Superintendent’s Bulletin 12/6/24
FY26 Budget
The FY26 Recommended Budget was presented to the School Committee at its December 10 meeting (see presentation slides and meeting recording). The budget hearing was held on January 21 and voted on January 28.
Superintendent’s Bulletin 11/22/24
Dear Colleagues, I hope you each had a productive week. I know this is likely a busy weekend with preparations for Thanksgiving next Thursday. If you are a football fan, there is a chance to see two great teams in… Continue Reading Superintendent’s Bulletin 11/22/24
Tour the New Hardy School on November 23
Community members are invited to the the Grand Opening celebration for the new Hardy School this Saturday, November 23. A brief ceremony at 10 a.m. will be followed by self-guided tours of the school, which will be available from 11… Continue Reading Tour the New Hardy School on November 23