
What's Up in the Weston Public Schools
By Lisa Barbiero

What's Up in the Weston Public SchoolsSep 12, 2023

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.

Episode 18 - A conversation with kindergarten teacher PattieAnne Grenier
Teacher Ms. Grenier speaks of her love for kindergarten and shares helpful tips to parents.

A conversation with District Security Supervisor Joe Rios
A conversation with District Security Supervisor Joe Rios

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

A conversation with School Resource Officer Jason Kim
SRO Jason Kim speaks to the role of the SRO in our school district.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.