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School Committee Travis Auty School Committee Chair tauty@lcsd.k12.ri.us Amy Gleicher School Committee Vice Chair agleicher@lcsd.k12.ri.us Susan Chase School Committee Secretary schase@lcsd.k12.ri.us Mark Gleicher School Committee Member mgleicher@lcsd.k12.ri.us Mike Rocha School Committee Member mrocha@lcsd.k12.ri.us School Committee Clerk Jennifer Sylvia jsylvia@lcsd.k12.ri.us Policies Click here to view all School Committee Policies Agendas & Minutes Click here to access public meeting info via BoardDocs Archive For content prior to July 1, 2019, click here to access the archive Meeting Information Annual Notice of Meetings 2025 School Committee Regular Monthly Meetings* January 8, 2025 February 12, 2025 March 12, 2025 April 9, 2025 May 14, 2025 June 11, 2025 NO MEEETING IN JULY August 13, 2025 September 10, 2025 October 8, 2025 November 12, 2025 December 10, 2025 *Regular Meetings will take place at Wilbur McMahon School on the second Wednesday of the month, starting at 7:00pm, unless posted otherwise. Subcommittee Meetings and School Committee Special Meetings/Workshops are scheduled as needed throughout the year. Little Compton School Committee agendas are posted at the Wilbur McMahon School, the District Office, as well as electronically on the Secretary of State's Open Government website. N.B. Disabled person(s) needing an interpreter or copy of the Agenda should notify the School Committee Secretary at 401-592-0363 x1500 at least two days prior to the meeting. Meeting Agendas are posted on the SOS site, and physically at the Wilbur McMahon School and the District Office in Little Compton. Sub-Committees Contract Negotiation Sub-Committee Travis Auty, Mark Gleicher High School Contract Negotiation Sub-Committee Travis Auty, Mark Gleicher Policy Sub-Committee Travis Auty, Amy Gleicher Scholarship Sub-Committee Travis Auty, Mike Rocha Wellness Committee Wellness Committee Chair: Susan Chase Jack McKinnon, Jean Dunn, Nancy Roberts, Karin Wetherill Portsmouth School Committee Liaison Mark Gleicher School Improvement Team (SIT) Selection Committee Amy Gleicher Town Recreation Committee Liaison Mark Gleicher Professional Deve lopment View upcoming and past School Committee PD opportunities Scholarships School Committee Scholarships can be found in the Family section of the website

Welcome to Wilbur & McMahon Schools An International Baccalaureate certified World School serving public and tuition PreK-8 students across southcoast RI and MA Back to School Information How to Enroll ALMA ParentSquare Calendars Help Desk Bussing Nutrition Fostering and Achieving Excellence Wilbur & McMahon School is dedicated to preparing students for educational and life experiences in an atmosphere where there is respect for the dignity of every person and an enthusiasm for learning. Wilbur & McMahon School is dedicated to the principle that educational programs be both challenging and supportive, distinguished by consistent high standards and by attention to the needs and potential of the individual student. Latest Updates

Families If you're looking for something and don't see it, please reach out to office@lcsd.k12.ri.us for assistance. More resources may be found below. Forms and Documents Student Handbook Transportation Sports Registration Nutrition Scholarships More Resources Attendance ParentSquare School Nurse Calendars See Something, Say Something ALMA Registration Portsmouth High Important Information about School Lunches Unfortunately, school meals are no longer free for all students as they have been for the past two years because of the pandemic. Students must be approved for free meal benefits or have money in their school meal accounts to buy any meals, food or beverage item. Do not guess if you are eligible -- 68 percent of Rhode Island students get free or reduced-price school meals. All meal benefit application information is private and confidential. To get an application please see the attached forms. More information, including the application and instructions on how to apply are available on the Nutrition section of the website. Safe Schools See Something, Say Something Bullying Report Form RI Statewide Bullying Policy Useful Links BoardDocs RI Department of Education East Bay Educational Collaborative LCSD/WMS Report Card Google Status Dashboard Community WMS Library Catalog Brownell Library Little Compton Prevention Coalition Sakonnet PTO Town of Little Compton CodeRED - Little Compton Alerts

Nutrition Cafeteria Menu For the current lunch menu, please check NutriSlice: https://lcsd.nutrislice.com/menu My School Bucks Click here to access your account online School Meal Benefit Application How To Apply for Free and Reduced Price School Meals (English Version) How To Apply for Free and Reduced Price School Meals (Spanish Version) Free and Reduced Lunch Application (English Version) Free and Reduced Lunch Application (Spanish Version) FAQs about free school meals Healthy School Meals - Additional Information and Resources for applying Video guide on completing the application (English, Spanish) Please send completed form to: Wilbur & McMachon Schools c/o Carolyn Sedgwick PO Box 178 Little Compton, RI 02837

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Curriculum Central Contents Overview Math Curriculum Math Standards ELA Curriculum ELA Standards Science Curriculum Science Standards Civics and Social Studies Unified Arts Physical Education Health World Language Introduction Curriculum maps and guiding documents are more than just artifacts, frozen in amber. When they are developed effectively, they are living documents that invite continuous improvement and become a dynamic record of institutional knowledge. Considerable work in this area has been done at Wilbur and McMahon School in ELA, Math, and Science over the past two years. However, there is always more work to do. MATHEMATICS : What is listed below is the foundation of our curriculum. New York state hosts EngageNY.org ( and EurekaMath, LCSD Grade K-5 math curriculum) , which provides free, open educational resources, including PK-12 ELA and math curriculum modules and professional development resources. Several Rhode Island districts, including the Little Compton School Department, use the EngageNY.org curriculum framework -- and build on it. Recently, t he LCSD replaced the grade 6 through grade 8 math curriculum (EngageNY.org) with Houghton Mifflin Harcourt/HMH Into Math. ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS : During the 2022 school year, the LCSD replaced Wilbur McMahon School's K-8 English Language Arts curriculum (EngageNY 2014) with EL Education K-8 Language Arts from Open Up Resources (to include job-embedded training in the delivery of the new resources). SCIENCE : The Rhode Island Model Science Curriculum includes Year-at-a-Glance, Scope and Sequence and Units of Study for K-5 grade levels, grades 6-8 grade span and high school biology, chemistry and physics but will be phased out by RIDE by June 30, 2023. The Little Compton School Department is ahead of the game and has migrated to FOSS (Full Option Science System) -- a research-based science curriculum for grades K-8 developed at the Lawrence Hall of Science, University of California, Berkeley. FOSS has evolved from a philosophy of teaching and learning that has guided the development of successful active-learning science curricula for more than 40 years. The FOSS Program bridges research and practice by providing tools and strategies to engage students and teachers in enduring experiences that lead to deeper understanding of the natural and designed worlds. Science is a creative and analytic enterprise, made active by our human capacity to think. Scientific knowledge advances when scientists observe phenomena, think about how they relate to what is known, test their ideas in logical ways, and generate explanations that integrate the new information into understanding of the natural and designed worlds. Engineers apply that understanding to solve real-world problems. Thus, the scientific enterprise is both what we know (content knowledge) and how we come to know it (science practices). Science is a discovery activity, a process for producing new knowledge. The best way for students to appreciate the scientific enterprise, learn important scientific and engineering concepts, and develop the ability to think well is to actively participate in scientific practices through their own investigations and analyses. The FOSS Program was created specifically to provide students and teachers with meaningful experiences through engaging with this active participation in scientific practices. SOCIAL STUDIES : The Rhode Island Grade Span Expectations (GSEs) for Social Studies and Civics and Government have been developed as a means to identify the content knowledge and skills expected of all students (grades K-high school). In addition, the LCSD also integrates Open Circle/Choose Love, ELA and Scholastic Classroom and News Magazines content into Social Studies and Civics and Government instruction. The LCSD K-8 Social Studies curriculum will be updated to sync with the emerging revision: in partnership with the Rhode Island History and Social Studies Advisory Committee (RIHSSAC), RIDE has launched the development of new social studies standards K-12 education in Rhode Island. This committee will also serve as a working group for a variety of initiatives, starting with one priority task--to review our current RI Social Studies Grade Span Expectations (RI SS GSEs) in light of recent legislation requiring high quality standards for all content areas (RIGL §16-22-30) . RELATED LEGISLATION Civics Education – RIGL §16-22-2 Genocide and human rights education – RIGL §16-22-22 Statewide Education Standards - RIGL §16-22-30 Curriculum Frameworks - RIGL §16-22-31 Holocaust and Genocide Education in Secondary Schools – RIGL §16-93 African American History Education in Elementary and Secondary School – RIGL §16-110 Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander history study – RIGL §16-22-36 [PDF, 12KB] Math Curriculum Overview Eureka - Prekindergarten Mathematics Eureka - Kindergarten Mathematics Eureka - Grade 1 Mathematics Eureka - Grade 2 Mathematics Eureka - Grade 3 Mathematics Eureka - Grade 4 Mat hematics Eureka - Grade 5 Mathematics Into Math Grades 6 through 8 Algebra I PARENT/GUARDIAN MATH RESOURCES *Grade K-8 Parent/Guardian Tip Sheets* *Grade Roadmaps for Parents/Guardians * COMMON CORE STATE STANDARDS: MATHEMATICS English Language Arts Curriculum Overview Prekindergarten English Language Arts EL Education K-8 Language Arts from Open Up Resources Kindergarten English Language Arts Grade 1 English Language Arts Grade 2 English Language Arts Grade 3 English Language Arts Grade 4 English Language Arts Grade 5 English Language Arts Grade 6 English Language Arts Grade 7 English Language Arts Grade 8 English Language Arts COMMON CORE STATE STANDARDS: ELA Science Curriculum Overview NEXT GENERATION SCIENCE STANDARDS KINDERGARTEN K-PS2 Motion and Stability: Forces and Interactions K-PS3 Energy K-LS1 From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes K-ESS2 Earth's Systems K-ESS3 Earth and Human Activity K-2-ETS1 Engineering Design FIRST GRADE 1-PS4 Waves and Their Applications in Technologies for Information Transfer 1-LS1 From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes 1-LS3 Heredity: Inheritance and Variation of Traits 1-ESS1 Earth's Place in the Universe K-2-ETS1 Engineering Design SECOND GRADE 2-PS1 Matter and Its Interactions 2-LS2 Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics 2-LS4 Biological Evolution: Unity and Diversity 2-ESS1 Earth's Place in the Universe 2-ESS2 Earth's Systems K-2-ETS1 Engineering Design THIRD GRADE 3-PS2 Motion and Stability: Forces and Interactions 3-LS1 From molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes 3-LS2 Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics 3-LS3 Heredity: Inheritance and Variation of Traits 3-LS4 Biological Evolution: Unity and Diversity 3-ESS2 Earth's Systems 3-ESS3 Earth and Human Activity 3-5-ETS1 Engineering Design FOURTH GRADE 4-PS3 Energy 4-PS4 Waves and Their Applications in Technologies for Information Transfer 4-LS1 From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes 4-ESS1 Earth's Place in the Universe 4-ESS2 Earth's Systems 4-ESS3 Earth and Human Activity 3-5-ETS1 Engineering Design FIFTH GRADE 5-PS1 Matter and Its Interactions 5-PS2 Motion and Stability: Forces and Interactions 5-PS3 Energy 5-LS1 From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes 5-LS2 Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics 5-ESS1 Earth's Place in the Universe 5-ESS2 Earth's Systems 5-ESS3 Earth and Human Activity 3-5-ETS1 Engineering Design MIDDLE SCHOOL GRADE BANDS: PHYSICAL SCIENCE MS-PS1 Matter and its Interactions MS-PS2 Motion and Stability: Forces and Interactions MS-PS3 Energy MS-PS4 Waves and their Applications in Technologies for Information Transfer LIFE SCIENCE MS-LS1 From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes MS-LS2 Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics MS-LS3 Heredity: Inheritance and Variation of Traits MS-LS4 Biological Evolution: Unity and Diversity EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCES MS-ESS1 Earth's Place in the Universe MS-ESS2 Earth's Systems MS-ESS3 Earth and Human Activity Civics and Social Studies Grade Span Specific Documents These documents contain the Social Studies GSEs for each grade span, essential questions generated from the GSEs, and suggested topics or resources for lessons. Grades K-4, DOC [141KB] Grades K-4, PDF [59KB] Grades 5-8, DOC [182KB] Grades 5-8, PDF [71KB] Grades 9-12, DOC [203KB] Grades 9-12, PDF [77KB] Unified Arts More information coming soon Physical Education K-8 PE Curriculum Health K-8 Health Curriculum World Language More information on our Spanish curriculum coming soon

International Baccalaureate Wilbur & McMahon Schools is proud to announce we are officially an IB World School! International Baccalaureate certified schools share a common philosophy—a commitment to high quality, challenging, international education that Little Compton believes is important for our students. Learn more about IB below What is IB? Mission and Philosophy The IB focuses on each student as a whole person. Thus, IB programmes address not only cognitive development but social, emotional and physical well-being. The aim is to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people with adaptable skills to tackle society’s complex challenges and who will help to make it a better, more peaceful world. Middle Years Programme The Middle Years Programme (MYP) is a challenging framework that encourages students to make practical connections between their studies and the real world and culminates in a personal project. Students who complete the MYP are well-prepared for high school and beyond. IB Learner Profile The IB learner profile represents 10 attributes valued by IB World Schools. These attributes, and others like them, can help individuals and groups become responsible members of local, national and global communities. MYP Policies MYP Access & Inclusion MYP Assessment MYP Academic Integrity MYP Language Eighth Grade Community Service The Grade 8 Community Project, a key element of the Middle Years Programme (MYP), engages students in real-world community involvement by applying their classroom knowledge. It develops critical skills such as research, planning, collaboration, and communication. The project is divided into three phases: proposal, action, and reflection. Students identify and research a community issue, implement a plan to address it, and evaluate the outcomes. They are expected to demonstrate initiative, collaboration, and effective communication, culminating in a final presentation and documentation of their work. The project is supported by mentor guidance, resources, and workshops, with assessment focused on investigation, planning, action, and reflection. Read More MYP Frequently Asked Questions Empowering Growth

Scholarships Little Compton School Committee Scholarships Application 2024 COMPLETED APPLICATION DUE BY May 31st, 2024 What to Submit: This application becomes valid only when the following have been submitted by the due date: Completed application including all sections Transcript of high school grades, including GPA and weighted GPA If you are applying for the Anthony Raposa Education Trust Scholarship, include a recommendation from the High School Principal or Guidance Counselor. How to Submit: Choose one of the following ways to submit your completed application: Complete the Online Scholarship Application Form 2024 , upload supplemental documents and submit electronically. Use the Printable Scholarship Application Form 2024 and email PDFs of the application, transcript and, if applicable, the recommendation to jsylvia@lcsd.k12.ri.us Use the Printable Scholarship Application Form 2024 and mail completed application, transcript and, if applicable, the recommendation to: Wilbur & McMahon Schools ℅ School Committee Secretary 28 Commons – P.O. Box 178 Little Compton, RI 02837 Deadline You are responsible for seeing that all supporting documents are submitted in a timely manner. Only applications found to be complete as of the deadline will be reviewed. THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS. Local Area Scholarships 2024 Scholarship Little Compton - Deadline April 30, 2024 Providing Scholarships to Little Compton Students Pursuing Higher Education. 2023 - 2024 Scholarship Little Compton Application Little Compton Grange Scholarship - Deadline April 30th, 2024 Little Compton Grange Scholarship

Information Technology At Wilbur McMahon School, we prioritize the integration of technology into our educational framework, ensuring that every student from Pre-K to eighth grade is equipped with the tools necessary for a comprehensive learning experience. School Technology Student Technology Every student is provided with a touchscreen-enabled Chromebook, accompanied by a protective case and a charger Interactive Learning Each classroom is furnished with an interactive Promethean board and document camera, elevating instructional methods and providing students with an engaging learning environment Digital Learning The IT department manages Single Sign On for dozens of applications, as well as rostering for the majority of our e-learning platforms and resources used by the school, such as online libraries, virtual labs, and course management systems Troubleshooting IT operates a helpdesk assisting students, teachers, staff and families with technical assistance, also providing a similar service for main office and maintenance needs Professional Development We provide and coordinate ongoing technology training sessions and workshops for faculty and staff on a variety of topics Seamless Access Students are granted an official school email account, facilitating seamless communication and access to applications, tailored to suit the needs of each grade Simplified Logins To ensure that our younger learners can access our technology, students in grades Pre-K through 3 are provided with specialized QR Codes for easy, password-less login Network Infrastructure Providing management of the school's IT infrastructure, including Wi-Fi, routing, servers and network applications, HVAC, lighting, security and access control Cybersecurity We maintain state-of-the-art cybersecurity protocols, ensuring that all devices, networks, and platforms adhere to industry-leading security standards. We continuously monitor and update our systems in response to evolving threats Our Staff Jonathan Gabriel Director of Information Technology Josh Guay Helpdesk Assistant Meriah Dufur Data Manager Need Help? Shared Services At Wilbur McMahon School, our IT department not only caters to the evolving needs of our academic institution but also diligently serves the broader town community, encompassing vital sectors such as the police and fire departments. Our mission is to ensure seamless technological integration and robust cybersecurity measures across all town functions, fostering efficiency, safety, and innovation. Unified Communication Systems Public Service Portals Digital Record Management Critical Response Technologies Infrastructure & Network Oversight Systems Continuity and Backup Helpdesk and Support Cybersecurity Compliance Specialized Training

Forms and Documents Below you can find a list of useful forms and documents. If you're looking for something and don't see it, please reach out to office@lcsd.k12.ri.us for assistance. Yearly Student Bio Packet Start your packet in ALMA Start HERE Consent for Release of Information Click HERE 24-25 Student Handbook Click Here Bullying Report Form Click here RI Student Survey Available online by clicking here FERPA Available online by clicking here Student Retake Ticket Available online by clicking here Safe Schools Have something or someone you're concerned about? To file an anonymous safety report with the school, click here.

Human Resources T he District's Human Resources Department processes requests for the public relating to the following matters. Information on payroll, employee benefits, wellness, and employee assistance programs offered by the District is located in the staff portal. NOTICE: Employee Resources have moved to the Staff Portal (login required) Facilities Use Request Form To review the Use of Facilities policy and fees, click here . Then download the request form below. Facilities Request Form Access to Public Records Please review the APRA request policy by clicking here , then access the request form below. APRA Request Employee Resources Employee forms, information, and useful links can be found in the faculty portal Faculty Portal Employment Opportunities SchoolSpring Links SUB ME IN! Become a Substitute Teacher, Teacher Assistant, Nurse or Custodian at WMS! The Little Compton School Department is seeking qualified, day-to-day, on-call substitutes for all areas. Please use the SchoolSpring links provided to apply, or contact the HR Department: HR@lcsd.k12.ri.us 401-592-0363 x1500 Daily On-Call Substitute Teachers and Teaching Assistants Long-Term Substitute Design Teacher (part-time) Substitute Custodian Substitute Nurse Intercultural Book Club The Rent Collector by: Camron Wright Survival for Ki Lim and Sang Ly is a daily battle at Stung Meanchey, the largest municipal waste dump in all of Cambodia. They make their living scavenging recyclables from the trash. Life would be hard enough without the worry for their chronically ill child, Nisay, and the added expense of medicines that are not working. Just when things seem worst, Sang Ly learns a secret about the ill-tempered rent collector who comes demanding money—a secret that sets in motion a tide that will change the life of everyone it sweeps past. The Rent Collector was named Book of the Year Gold Winner by Foreword Magazine, Best Novel of the Year at the Whitney Awards, and was a nominee for the prestigious International DUBLIN Literary Award. In addition to North America, The Rent Collector has also been published in Turkey, Indonesia, Norway, Korea, and Spain. All are welcome to join our book club, if you are interested or need more information email Karen Corrigan at kcorrigan@lcsd.k12.ri.us Title IX The Little Compton School Committee is committed to maintaining an environment that is free of unlawful discrimination. In keeping with this commitment, the Committee will not tolerate harassment of its employees by anyone, including any supervisor, co-worker, or vendor and will not stand for harassment of any student, volunteer, or community member by any other person. Read the School Committee Policy on BoardDocs Your Title IX Coordinator is: Carolyn Sedgwick, SHRM-SCP Email Carolyn , dial x1500, or stop by the HR Office Title IX Training Material Coordinator Training Material Investigator Training Material

Student Registration Welcome to Wilbur and McMahon Schools! We're excited you're considering joining our family. The link below will show you everything you need before you register. Registration Requirements Once you've reviewed that and have everything you need, you can register below NOTE: Registrations are currently paused as we make upgrades to our systems. Please check back soon for an updated and streamlined enrollment process. If you have any questions, please reach out to office@lcsd.k12.ri.us . Click here to register (currently paused) If you're a returning student, no need to register. Fill out your yearly paperwork on the family page Quick Answers Pre-School Registration? To register your 3-5 year old for the pre-school we offer for students ages 3, 4 and 5, please call us at 401 592 0363 or email us at Office@lcsd.k12.ri.us . The school's Child Outreach Coordinator is Kimberly Smith at 401.592.0363 x1134 / ksmith@lcsd.k12.ri.us . Students will go through a screening process first and then submit registration paperwork at Wilbur McMahon School. Unable to complete the application online? Please contact us or stop by during office hours to obtain a paper version of the packet. Not a Resident? No Problem! We accept non resident students. For more information on tuition please call us at 401.592.0363 or email us at office@lcsd.k12.ri.us Transferring from another school? Be sure to inform your previous school/district that you're making the switch and ask if they can provide a consent to release form to help us obtain your records. Interested in a tour? Please call us at 401 592 0363 or email us at Office@lcsd.k12.ri.us Other Inquires Please call us at 401 592 0363 or email us at Office@lcsd.k12.ri.us