News and Announcements
Date	Description	Department	Type
01.14.13	Superintendent Maloney's Presention of Proposed FY14 School Budget The recommended FY14 School Budget was presented at the 1/7/13 School Committee meeting. The budget subcommittee will conduct review sessions on Monday, January 28 and Tuesday, January 29. Click above for more information.	Superintendent's Office	Administration
01.10.13	A message from Health Services - Flu Precautions The Boston area is having a very bad flu season. In order to stay healthy, it's important to take steps to reduce opportunities for illnesses to be passed along---wash hands often, use hand sanitizer, cough/sneeze into elbow, keep children home if sick.	Superintendent's Office	Health
01.10.13	Update on School Security Superintendent Maloney met with district and school administrators, Weston Police & Facilities staff to review current and long term security protocols. School doors will remain locked; an intercom system should be at each door within the month.	Superintendent's Office	Administration
01.08.13	PTO 2013-2014 Nomination Time Have you thought of getting more involved in the Weston PTO? Simply submit your name and a job that is of interest to you byemailing Ellen Livingston at Ellen@ParkerTheDog.com. Visit the PTO website for job descriptions (http://westonpto.org/site/index.	Superintendent's Office	Parents
01.07.13	Weston turns 300 on Saturday, January 12 Bring your family and friends to celebrate this important historic occasion. Festivities begin at 4:30pm in the Weston High School Auditorium.	Superintendent's Office	Administration
01.02.13	Update on School Lunch Program Please join us for an overview of the lunch program and an update on the National School Lunch Program with Tess Sousa the Food Service Director on Wednesday January 23 at 9 a.m. in the Country School Cafetorium.	Superintendent's Office	Administration
12.16.12	Response to Events in CT Please review the new security measures for the district and consider ways to help your children manage the aftermath of this tragedy.	Superintendent's Office	Administration
12.13.12	Field School Project Groundbreaking There will be a Groundbreaking Ceremony for the new Field School on Tuesday, December 18, at 8:30AM, at site of new school (behind current Field School). Groundbreaking will take place regardless of weather.	Superintendent's Office	Administration
12.12.12	Food Services Announces Update to the National School Lunch Program Weston is able to resume serving quantities of grain & protein that students were accustomed to last year. After initial implementation, the Federal government responded to feedback from State agencies & food service departments on new requirements.	Superintendent's Office	Administration
12.06.12	Need an extra PTO Calendar? Then you’re in luck! Stop by Case House (Superintendant’s Office-2nd floor) to purchase as many as you need. Cost per calendar is only $10 – cash and checks accepted. Any questions about PTO membership -- contact Cat Niemann at catniemann@gmail.com	Superintendent's Office	Administration
12.05.12	Alphabet Lane to be closed Saturday, December 8 Due to critical utility roadway crossings , the Town will need to close Alphabet Lane to through traffic on Saturday December 8. This work needs to happen on the weekend to minimize disruption to the entire Case Campus. Click above for specific details.	Superintendent's Office	Administration
11.30.12	Volunteer with Taste Test Tuesday Have you heard about Taste Test Tuesday? It is the hottest thing to hit the lunch room since orange smiles! Come volunteer with Weston Public Schools Food Service in our new Taste Test Tuesday program! We are seeking dedicated volunteers.	Superintendent's Office	Administration
11.30.12	Woodland School Students Collecting Backpacks for a New York City School As NYC continues to recover from Hurricane Sandy there remains an ongoing need for basic supplies. Woodland students voted to help a school affected by Hurricane Sandy by donating backpacks filled with baby wipes and bandages. Drop off donations by 12/14.	Administration	6|Administration,
11.27.12	Power Outage at Country, Woodland & Field Schools Tues, Nov. 27: A company trimming trees inadvertently pulled a wire down, causing power outage at the 3 elementary schools & library. We anticipate power will be restored by 11:30, Food Services will provide sandwiches; class activities are being modified	Superintendent's Office	Administration
11.20.12	Presentation by Superintendent Maloney –Why do the Finnish Students Finish First? Join us Wed., Dec. 12 at 8:30am in the HS Media Center. Dr. Cheryl Maloney, just back from her recent trip to Finland, will share her impressions and experiences as it relates to their high academic achievement. Monthly PTO meeting will follow at 9;15am	Superintendent's Office	Parents
11.06.12	Proposal to have Late Start Wednesdays for Secondary Students At the Nov. 5 School Committee meeting, the School Hours Review Committee presented a proposal that next year secondary students would be provided opportunity to have one day a week with a later start to the school day. Dr. Maloney welcomes parent input.	Superintendent's Office	Administration
11.01.12	Bus Service on Monday, November5 All school buses will resume their regularly scheduled bus stops on Monday, November 5th.	Superintendent's Office	Administration
11.01.12	WHS Science Wing Grand Opening Saturday, November 3, 11am-3pm. Come to the Grand Opening of the WHS Science Wing.	Superintendent's Office	Community
10.30.12	Trick or Treating Postponed in Weston to Fri., Nov. 2 Given that there are still many roads blocked by fallen trees and over a thousand residents without power, the Town of Weston issrecommending that Halloween trick or treating be postponed until Fri., Nov. 2.	Superintendent's Office	Community
10.25.12	The Impact of Social Media on Our Kids Please join us on Friday, Nov. 2 at 9am at Weston Middle School for "Finding Huck Finn: Reclaiming Childhood from the River of Electronic Screens", a presentation by Dr. Michael Rich. Program is appropriate for parents of children in grades K-12	Superintendent's Office	Parents
10.18.12	PLASTICS FREE WEEK IN WPS Do your part to save the planet!WPS district-wide plastic-free week - October 22 -26. Students and staff are encouraged to bring reusable water bottles, reusable lunch containers, and reusable shopping bags.	Superintendent's Office	Administration
10.16.12	Proposed School Calendar 2013-2014 The School Committee and Administration welcome feedback on next year’s school calendar. The School Committee anticipates approval of the calendar at its meeting of November 5. Click above.	Superintendent's Office	Administration
10.16.12	Annual Halloween Haunted House Join us for the annual Halloween Haunted House, Sat, Oct 27, 7-9 PM at Weston High School. There is something for everyone, even the faint of heart and wonderful activities for your youngest goblins. Admission $7/person. Sponsored by WHS Sophomore Class.	Superintendent's Office	Student Activities
10.11.12	Traffic Study at MS and HS On Monday, 10/15/12, there will be a traffic flow study at the entrances to the Middle and High Schools. Traffic flow should not be affected, but there will be monitoring equipment and on site observers.	Superintendent's Office	Administration
10.10.12	Come to the Pumpkin Festival Please join us for an inexpensive day of pumpkin carving, live music, magic, food, fun and games. The recommended donation per family is $25 which includes pumpkins, all entertainment and activities.	Superintendent's Office	Community