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 - March 2026
Dear Pine Hill Families,
Happy March! Spring is almost here! Our clocks will be moving forward soon with more sunshine, and hopefully much less snow, on the way. Please see below for important information around transportation communication, MCAS dates, Spring Parent Conferences, and Mr. Jones’ getting slimed. Thank you for your continued support and partnership this year!
In Gratitude,
Reid
Important Dates
Below are important dates and events for families to know about.
March 6 - Mr. Jones gets slimed
March 11 - Early Release
March 18 - Author Visit
March 19-20 - Book Fair
March 25 - Spring Conferences - afternoon and evening
April 8 - Spring Conferences - afternoon only
March 31 - April 17 - ELA MCAS (please see the section below for specific dates)
News and Announcements
Notes on Dismissal
I want to make sure we made clear the plan if there are delays on the afternoon buses due to traffic, weather, drivers who are out sick, or other circumstances.
If there is ever a time when a bus leaves Pine Hill after 3:40 PM we will send an email to all affected families of the delay. Additionally, if there is an unexpected delay mid route that we are made aware of, we notify families as soon as it is feasible.
If families have transportation related questions before 4:00 PM, please call the school. After 4:00 PM, please reach out to the Bus Coordinator, Scherie Ciarrochi at 781-326-7500 x1338.
We will continue to make communication a priority so that families are kept informed.
Parent Conferences
Spring parent conferences will take place on the afternoon and evening of Wednesday, March 25th, and the afternoon of Wednesday, April 8th. 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 March 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.
