Welcome to the Westwood Integrated Preschool
OUR MISSION
We are committed to:
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providing a supportive and nurturing environment where children can learn and create through problem-solving, shared responsibility and concern for others within a classroom setting
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having staff and students work together as a community of learners
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respecting each child as an individual and celebrating his or her unique contribution to the school community
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a collaborative team approach as the foundation to successful inclusion practices
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developing respectful relationships with families through open and consistent communication
The Westwood Integrated Preschool Program functions as an integral part of the educational programs offered by the Westwood Public Schools. The Westwood Preschool is a district wide integrated preschool program which provides programming for three- and four- year old children with special education needs, as well as community children. Community, (Westwood residents) enrolled children serve as role models for children with disabilities in the skill areas of language, socialization, play and motor development. All students must be three years of age and Westwood residents to enroll.
What We Offer:
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Four or Five Day classroom options; 8:45-12:45 or 8:45-2:30
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Curriculum that follows Massachusetts Department of Education Guidelines for Preschool Learning Experiences and the MA State Standards
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Educators with Masters Degrees specializing in early childhood development and special education
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Services from a school psychologist, behavior specialist, and nurse
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Related Services from speech/language therapy, occupational therapy and physical therapy
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Active PTO community that coordinates many special events for students and families
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Lunch is free for the 2025 - 2026 School Year.
Information to Apply for Free & Reduced Meals (or other fee reduction opportunities) for the 2025- 2026 School Year.
2025-2026 Westwood Integrated Preschool PTO Board:
Eileen Siegel - President
Kelly Donegan - Treasurer
Chloe Steimle - Secretary
Sarah Chipman - Communications and Family Events Chair
Sarah Flaherty - SEPAC Liaison and Board Rep
To contact any board member email at westwoodpreschoolpto@gmail.com
PTO meetings will be held throughout the school year.
Meetings will be at the Preschool or via zoom, and are approximately 1 hour.
All Meetings are open and we welcome you to attend!
First SEPAC meeting Wednesday, September 17 at 7:30 pm
Monday, September 29, 2025 at 8:45 am coffee and donuts followed by meeting
Thursday, November 20, 2025, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Monday, February 9, 2026 at 8:45 am coffee and donuts followed by meeting
Final PTO meeting TBD - May
