Pine Hill Mission and Core Values
Be Safe Be Kind Be Respectful Be Responsible Be Inclusive Persevere
Mission: Pine Hill is an inclusive community where we inspire each other to be curious and joyful learners who persevere. Pine Hill community members respect and celebrate one another. Through strong relationships, we hold each other to high expectations, striving to be our best selves together. At Pine Hill, everyone belongs.
Pine Hill Post - April 2026
Dear Pine Hill Families,
Happy April! We are getting closer to April break and approaching our end of year activities that celebrate the successes and hard work of this school year.
There have been many exciting happenings at Pine Hill over the last few weeks. Fifth grade had a beautiful choral performance conducted by Mrs. Pickering. The students performed marvelously and their hard work was evident.
The Pine Hill Musical was performed this past weekend. The hard work of all cast members was clear, and the performance was wonderful! Thank you to all of the staff and students who worked so hard to make the production a success.
Important Dates
Below are important dates and events for families to know about.
March 31 - April 1 - Grade 3 ELA MCAS
April 3 - No School - Good Friday
April 7 and 9 - Grade 5 Field Trip to Christa McAuliffe Museum
April 8 - Early Release - Parent Conferences afternoon only
April 10 and 13 - Grade 4 ELA MCAS
April 14-15 - Grade 5 ELA MCAS
April 20-24 - No School - Spring Break
April 29 - Early Release
News and Announcements
Bus Expectations
We are reaching out to share some important reminders about bus expectations and safety.
Riding the bus is an extension of the school day, and we are committed to ensuring it is a safe and respectful experience for every student.
Expected Bus Behaviors
Pine Hill students are expected to:
- Sit in their assigned seat.
- Stay in their seat until the bus comes to a complete stop.
- Keep hands and feet to themselves.
- Keep hands and objects inside the windows at all times.
- Use an indoor voice and speak kindly.
- Treat others with kindness and respect.
- Wait until you arrive home to eat any food.
- Report any dangerous behavior to the bus driver or a trusted adult.
Behaviors That Are Never Allowed on the Bus
The following behaviors are unsafe or disrespectful and will not be tolerated:
- Standing or switching seats while the bus is moving.
- Hitting, kicking, pushing, pinching, or any form of physical aggression.
- Putting hands, head, or objects out of the windows.
- Yelling, swearing, teasing, name-calling, or using unkind language.
- Using gestures or body language to exclude or mock others, even if intended as a joke.
Our handbook states that the principal or vice principal will determine the appropriate action when a bus referral is submitted. Typically, the first report results in a warning. Subsequent reports can lead to the loss of bus privileges for several days or longer, depending on the behavior. Any student who receives more than three reports may lose their bus privileges for the remainder of the school year, at which point transportation becomes the responsibility of the family.
We know that many students ride the bus safely and respectfully every day, and we appreciate their efforts. If your child sees or hears concerning behavior on the bus, please encourage them to report it to the bus driver or a trusted adult at school. This helps us address issues quickly and keep the bus safe for everyone.
Thank you for your continued partnership as we work together to support a safe and positive experience for all students.
Parent Conferences
Spring parent conferences will take place on the afternoon of Wednesday, April 8. Your student’s teacher will be in touch with you to schedule your conference.
MCAS Dates
As we enter Spring our students and teachers are hard at work preparing for MCAS testing. Please see the attached calendar for dates for each grade level. For all MCAS tests we ask families to help their students get a good night’s sleep, have something to eat in the morning, and encourage them to take their time and give it their best effort.
PTO Updates
Stay informed by reading the PTO April Newsletter - it includes exciting upcoming events, volunteer opportunities and all the fun happenings this month!
You made it! Thank you for taking the time to read all the way to the end. Please contact us if you have any questions regarding this information.
Thank you so much,
Reid and Sam
Sincerely,
Reid J. Jones Samantha Bean
Reid Jones Samantha Bean
Principal Assistant Principal
rjones@westwood.k12.ma.us sbean@westwood.k12.ma.us
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Introduction Video - check out this video to learn more about Westwood SEPAC!
**What is The Westwood SEPAC?**
The Westwood Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) is a parent-led volunteer organization that fosters a supportive network for parents, guardians, and caregivers of children with special needs.
SEPAC collaborates with the Director of Student Services and the School Committee to shape policies and initiatives. Westwood SEPAC strives to promote understanding, acceptance, and inclusion for all special education students by gathering input from parents, teachers, service providers (such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, psychologists, etc.), and the broader Westwood community.
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**Join us**
- If you are a parent and/or a caregiver of a child currently receiving special education services in Westwood through an Individualized Education Plan (IEP), 504 accommodations, or an out-of-district placement.
- Your child is experiencing learning difficulties.
- You want to improve your advocacy skills.
- You are a parent, an educator, a service provider, or a community member interested in learning more about Westwood Public Schools’ Special Education Services.
- To find strength and offer support within a community of parents and caregivers who truly understand the ups and downs of nurturing a child through learning challenges and share in the experience.
