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HW Special EducationParent Advisory Council (SEPAC) Parents Rights Workshop
Jennifer Caufield
The Hamilton-Wenham Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) Parents Rights Workshop
Tuesday, October 22nd from 6 – 8pm
This workshop will provide a comprehensive introduction to special education laws and procedures. We will cover the purpose of the law, referrals, evaluations, and the team meeting process including determining eligibility. You will also learn what to do if the student is not eligible and the parent’s procedural due process rights for resolving disputes. The Federation for Children with Special Needs hosts additional parent workshops on topics such as, “Transition Planning” and “Understanding the IEP”. Dates and times of all Federation-sponsored events can be found on their website: https://fcsn.org/event-calendar/
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HW Elementary School Project - Video #2 The Ed Plan
Jennifer Caufield
To develop an Educational Plan, the school building committee invited community stakeholders into a visioning process to determine what a new elementary school could provide for our students. The Ed Plan provides the guiding principles, goals, and features the team uses to develop the elementary school design. You can watch the informational video HERE.
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HWRSD is Hiring!
Jennifer Caufield
We are looking to Fill the Following Positions:
- 5 Special Education ESP - Various Schools
- 1.0 FTE Long-Term Substitute Special Education Teacher - MRMS
- Long-Term Substitute 1.0 FTE Grade 4 Classroom Teacher - Winthrop Elementary - HWRSD
- .6 FTE Administrative Assistant, Student Services Department
- 1.0 FTE School Psychologist
- Lunch Monitors - Buker and Winthrop
- Assistant Coach - Cheer
- Assistant Coach - Alpine Ski
- School Nurse Substitutes
- Teacher Substitutes
If you are interested in joining our team, please contact Risa Hassel, Director of Human Resources.
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The MSBA Opportunity & The HW Elementary School Project
Jennifer Caufield
The HWRSD has moved into the Schematic Design Phase of the MSBA process for the proposed HW Elementary School Project. Our goal is to educate all stakeholders through videos LINKED HERE. Stay tuned for more informational videos. Visit https://www.hwschools.net/about/hw-elementary-project for more information.
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HWRSD Offers FREE Caregiver Programs for Families
Jennifer Caufield
DID YOU KNOW… The Hamilton-Wenham Regional School District offers FREE caregiver-child playgroups, stroller walks, and musical story times for families and children aged 0-6? This pTo learn more and to register, please go to www.earlychildhoodpartners.com. Early Childhood Partners is funded by the Massachusetts Coordinated Family & Community Engagement (CFCE) grant awarded to the Hamilton-Wenham Regional School District by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care.
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Jennifer Caufield
Wenham Museum is excited to announce a new drop-off program for Hamilton-Wenham Elementary students, for early release Wednesdays. More Information HERE
Every Wednesday during the school year, Wenham Wednesdays will feature activities such as craft projects, board games, LEGO building, paper crafts, and more – plus time for students to explore the museum galleries with friends.
Program hours: 1:15 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. (extended pick-up to 4:00 p.m. available). Students should bring a nut-free snack and water from home.
Bus transportation from the HW Regional School district is available to this program from the local elementary schools. Children will be met at the bus stop across Rt. 1A from the Wenham Museum by museum staff. Families are required to arrange any bus route changes with the school district.
Members: $25/day (add $10.00 for extended pick-up)
*Discount code entered at check-out is required to receive the member rate. Active membership is required and will be verified after registration.
Non-Members: $35/day (add $10.00 for extended pick-up)
September Through December Activity Schedule
Sign up for one Wednesday, or every Wednesday! Enjoy a weekly featured activity and time in the museum galleries with friends.
October
- 10/2: Lego Club
- 10/9: Origami & Papercrafts
- 10/16: Board Game Club
- 10/23: Pumpkin Decorating
- 10/30: Drawing League (only offered in October)
November
- 11/6: Lego Club
- 11/13: Board Game Club
- 11/20: Turkey Draw-a-Long and Gratitude Craft
- 11/27: No program due to holiday
December
- 12/4: Lego Club
- 12/11: Board Game Club
- 12/18: Holiday Ornament / Winter Craft
- 12/25: No program due to school break
The full academic year schedule is part of the registration link. Families can add weeks to their registration throughout the school year. Special vacation week programming will be added for February and April. Stay tuned for details!
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