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What's Up in the Weston Public Schools

What's Up in the Weston Public Schools

By Lisa Barbiero

Superintendent Lisa Wolak shares highlights about the Weston Public School District, in Weston, Connecticut.
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A Conversation with Hurlbutt's Library Media Specialist, Sharon Rodko

What's Up in the Weston Public SchoolsJan 21, 2022

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Episode 21 - A Conversation with our WPS Maintenance Department

Episode 21 - A Conversation with our WPS Maintenance Department

Apr 02, 202421:24
Episode 20 - A Conversation with Hurlbutt Elementary School Principal Laura Kaddis

Episode 20 - A Conversation with Hurlbutt Elementary School Principal Laura Kaddis

A Conversation with Hurlbutt Elementary School Principal Laura Kaddis

Feb 29, 202415:31
Episode 19 - A discussion with Weston Middle School Counselors

Episode 19 - A discussion with Weston Middle School Counselors

WMS School Counselors Ande Ogden, Jennifer Doyle, and Lauren Davi speak about the team structure at Weston Middle School and offer parents suggestions on how to support their middle school students. 

Nov 20, 202330:03
Episode 18 - A conversation with kindergarten teacher PattieAnne Grenier

Episode 18 - A conversation with kindergarten teacher PattieAnne Grenier

Teacher Ms. Grenier speaks of her love for kindergarten and shares helpful tips to parents.

Oct 30, 202314:43
A conversation with District Security Supervisor Joe Rios

A conversation with District Security Supervisor Joe Rios

A conversation with District Security Supervisor Joe Rios

Sep 12, 202316:60
A conversation with members of the Class of 2023

A conversation with members of the Class of 2023

Class of 2023 memberes Tara Hoffman, Robbie Kohn, Casey Lerner, Brendan Paul, and Jamie Semaya share their experiences in the Weston Public Schools as they prepare to leave Weston High School.

Jun 13, 202332:48
A conversation with Weston Teacher of the Year Michael Aitkenhead

A conversation with Weston Teacher of the Year Michael Aitkenhead

WHS science teacher Mr. Aitkenhead shares his passion around sustainability and enviornmental science. Mr. Aitkenhead was instrumental with the introduction of AP Environmental Science as well as the Sustainable Living course to Weston High School. Mr. Aitkenhead is a leader in our district and town sustainability initiatives. He talks about his involvement with Builders Beyond Borders as a member of the Board of Directors and adult advisor to our Weston student team.

Apr 28, 202324:24
A conversation with WPS Performing Arts Curriculum and Instruction Leader Liz Morris

A conversation with WPS Performing Arts Curriculum and Instruction Leader Liz Morris

A conversation with WPS Performing Arts Curriculum and Instruction Leader Liz Morris

Mar 29, 202325:52
A sneak peak at our new WPS website with Director of Digital Learning and Technology Dan Divito

A sneak peak at our new WPS website with Director of Digital Learning and Technology Dan Divito

Mr. Divito discusses the new website that the district will launch the week of Feb 27, 2023. 

Feb 22, 202314:44
A conversation with WPS Athletic Director Mark Berkowitz

A conversation with WPS Athletic Director Mark Berkowitz

WHS Athletic Director Mark Berkowitz talks about his career in Weston and our athletic program at Weston High School. 

Jan 26, 202343:20
A conversation with WIS Teacher Librarian Mrs. Rinas

A conversation with WIS Teacher Librarian Mrs. Rinas

Mrs. Rinas shares her vision for the WIS library including a book vending machine to enhance the reading culture at WIS. 

Dec 15, 202223:09
A conversation with School Resource Officer Jason Kim

A conversation with School Resource Officer Jason Kim

SRO Jason Kim speaks to the role of the SRO in our school district. 

Oct 27, 202222:37
Mindfulness: Being fully in the present with WHS English Teacher Walter Durand

Mindfulness: Being fully in the present with WHS English Teacher Walter Durand

Walter Durand, WHS English teachers, shares with us his journey toward mindfulness. Mr. Durand is in his final semester at Lesley University for a Master's Degree in Mindfulness Studies. Mr. Durand is completing an internship in our school district sharing his expertise and knowledge with both employees and students. 

Sep 22, 202221:40
Class of 2022 Farewell

Class of 2022 Farewell

Three members of the Class of 2022 share their thoughts on their Weston Public Schools experience 

Jun 10, 202239:58
Weston Intermediate School Music Teacher Lisa Moretti shares her love for her students and music.

Weston Intermediate School Music Teacher Lisa Moretti shares her love for her students and music.

17 Year veteran Lisa Moretti speaks to her passion for music education and her love of theater. 

Apr 28, 202218:58
A Conversation with Weston High School Social Workers

A Conversation with Weston High School Social Workers

Social Workers Lisa Coggins and Dana Errichetti discuss their roles at Weston High School.  

Mar 24, 202220:37
Our Amazing Bus Driver Community

Our Amazing Bus Driver Community

Two of our valued employees from First Student, Jon Csordas and Teresa Taylor share their experiences as part of our amazing community of bus drivers. These drivers play an integral role in The Weston Public Schools. From early morning when they arrive to inspect their buses and make sure everything is ready to pick up our students to the late afternoon when they drop the children home their commitment is evident. They also support our different co-curricular programs especially athletics. John is beloved by our WHS Trojan Volleyball team and shares his journey with them to their state championship title. 

Feb 15, 202223:56
A Conversation with Hurlbutt's Library Media Specialist, Sharon Rodko

A Conversation with Hurlbutt's Library Media Specialist, Sharon Rodko

HES Library Media Specialist Sharon Rodko talks about her program and how it supports teaching and learning at our elementary school. 

Jan 21, 202216:31
A Conversation with Hurlbutt Elementary School Assistant Principal Matthew Paylor

A Conversation with Hurlbutt Elementary School Assistant Principal Matthew Paylor

As the new assistant principal at Hurlbutt Elementary School, Matthew Paylor shares his thoughts about early childhood education and his transition to his new role. 

Dec 21, 202116:39
A discussion with College and Career Counselor Randi Green

A discussion with College and Career Counselor Randi Green

College and Career Counselor Randi Green speaks to the college process and her role as one of the 6 certified college and career counselors in the public schools of Connecticut. Weston Public Schools takes great pride in providing this level of expertise surrounding the college admisstion process to our high school students. This is a must listen especially as we enter Early Decision admissions.

Dec 07, 202125:33
A Conversation with Director of Digital Learning and Technology Dan DiVito.

A Conversation with Director of Digital Learning and Technology Dan DiVito.

A Conversation with Director of Digital Learning and Technology Dan DiVito. 

In this one-on-one conversation Dan Divito speaks to the value of data analtyics in the Weston Public Schools. 

Nov 29, 202120:27