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3-19-20 WPS Learning Plan Communication
Within approximately 60 business days after the onsite visit, the review chairperson will provide the Westwood Public Schools with a report with information about areas in which the District meets or exceeds regulatory requirements and areas in which the District requires assistance to correct or improve practices. The public will be able to access the report at www.doe.mass.edu/pqa/review/cpr/reports/.
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The Westwood Public Schools is committed to the provision of quality education for all students and offers an array of support services and programs in all of our schools. The Department of Student Services offers broad range of general education support services with access to Guidance Counselors, Psychologists, Nurses and English-As-A-Second Language (ELL) Staff. In addition, special education and related services are available to students who meet mandated eligibility criteria, including but not limited to, speech pathology services, occupational therapy services, and physical therapy services for eligible students. Special Educators and general educators work closely to facilitate positive, inclusive educational experiences.
Student Services Include:
· Community Partnerships
· Preschool Programs
· Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
· Special Education
· Health Services
· Guidance
· ELL
· Home/Hospital Tutoring
· Homeless Liaison Services
If you need assistance from the Westwood Public Schools Student Services Department, you are welcome to contact one of the following people:
Director of Student Services
Abigail C. Hanscom
ahanscom@westwood.k12.ma.us
p: 781-326-7500 x1345
Administrative Assistant
Leeann Plouffe
lplouffe@westwood.k12.ma.us
p: 781-326-7500 x1345
Out of District Coordinator and K-5 Department Head - Martha Jones School
Kelly Grant
kgrant@westwood.k12.ma.us
p: 781-326-7500 x1389
Out of District Administrative Assistant and Special Education Finance Clerk/Medicaid Analyst
Karen Dullea
kdullea@westwood.k12.ma.us
p: 781-326-7500 x1502
K-5 Department Head - Deerfield, Hanlon & Sheehan Schools
Glen Atkinson
gatkinson@westwood.k12.ma.us
p: 781-326-7500 x5106
Preschool Director and K-5 Department Head - Downey School
Lisa Freedman
lfreedman@westwood.k12.ma.us
p: 781-326-7500 x5110
Administrative Assistant
Karen Cafarella
kcafarella@westwood.k12.ma.us
p: 781-326-7500 x5108
