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Home of the Little Compton School Department and Wilbur & McMahon Schools - A PreK-8 school serving public and tuition students around southcoast RI and MA 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 Enrollment 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

Finances All financial information can be found in one of the following sections Finances Budget and Salaries Employment Contracts Vendor Contracts ESSER III RFPs Financial Transparency Budget and Salaries FY 26 (Proposed) Budget Summary FY 26 School Budget Message FY 26 School Budget Report FY 25 (Proposed) Budget Summary FY 25 School Budget Message FY 25 School Budget Report FY 24 (Proposed) Budget Summary FY 24 School Budget Message FY 24 School Budget Report FY 23 School Budget Report FY 23 Budget Message FY 23 (Propos ed) Budget Summary 24-25 Salaries 23-24 Salaries 22-23 Salaries 21-22 Budget 21-22 Salaries 20-21 Budget 20-21 Salaries 19-20 Salaries 19-20 Budget 18-19 Budget 18-19 Salaries 17-18 Budget 17-18 Salaries Employment Contracts Superintendent Contract 2021-2024 Director of IT Contract 22-25 Director of HR & Admin Assistant to Superintendent WMS Principal Contract Student Support Services Director Contract SSS Administrative Asst./Data Coordinator Contract LCESP Contract 24-27 LCTA Contract 22-25 Vendor Contracts More info coming soon ESSER III ESSER III Summary Document RFPs Current Requests for Proposals Wilbur & McMahon Schools Art/STEM Room Renovation Dear Vendors, Please follow this link to access drawings and specifications. Past R equests Wilbur & McMahon Schools Gymnatorium A/V Upgrade Download the RFP Supplemental Images and DWG -------------- REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL S SPECIAL EDUCATION INSTRUCTIONAL AND RELATED SERVICES Download the RFP -------------- Tuition Opportunities for High School Students Download the RFP

Scholarships Little Compton School Committee Scholarships Application 2025 COMPLETED APPLICATION DUE BY APRIL 30th, 2025 James Webster Coombs Memorial Scholarship Leslie Briggs Coombs Memorial Scholarship Ruth Coombs Bogle Memorial Scholarship Doris E. Simmons Memorial Scholarship Anthony Raposa Scholarship There is one application for all five scholarships! 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 2025 , upload supplemental documents and submit electronically. Use the Printable Scholarship Application Form 2025 and email PDFs of the application, transcript and, if applicable, the recommendation to schoolcommitteeclerk @lcsd.k12.ri.us Use the Printable Scholarship Application Form 2025 and mail completed application, transcript and, if applicable, the recommendation to the following address: Wilbur & McMahon School Attn: School Committee Clerk 28 Commons Little Compton RI, 02837 Deadline: April 30th 2025 Applicants 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. Additional Local Area Scholarships 2025 Portsmouth High School Scholarship For more information click here Scholarship Little Compton Click here for application Providing Scholarships to Little Compton Students Pursuing Higher Education. Little Compton Grange Scholarship Little Compton Grange Scholarship Application

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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

...from the Principal's Desk Message from the Principal First and foremost, I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself. My name is John P. McKinnon and I am honored to be the new Principal at the Wilbur and McMahon School. I am a resident of Little Compton, a proud graduate of Wilbur and McMahon School, and a proud parent of five children, who all attended Wilbur and McMahon School. I have been in education for the last 35 years and have served as a school administrator for the past 19 years. Over my journey in education, I have taught at the elementary and high school levels, worked in an administrative role as a high school assistant principal, and most recently have served as Principal of Harris Elementary School in Woonsocket, RI. As an educational leader, it is essential that our school be a collaborative, safe, and healthy environment — a place where positive relationships are fostered for academic and social growth, and an educational and enriching space where every student is excited to learn. The Wilbur and McMahon School has always prepared students to meet the challenges in education and in life. This is due to not only the many dedicated teachers and staff members, but also to our parents and caretakers who are actively involved in the success of their students. This is a partnership that will enable our students to be successful in any path that they choose. I am excited and eager to begin as the Principal of Wilbur and McMahon School later this week. I look forward to working with our students, our teachers and our families. It will be a privilege to work in the school community that has had such an important role in the growth of all of our children. Sincerely, John McKinnon Principal Wilbur and McMahon School Contact jmckinnon@lcsd.k12.ri.us 401.592.0363 I'm always looking for new and exciting opportunities for the school and Little Compton Community. Parents are always welcome to contact me for any reason.

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

SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING RESTORATIVE PRACTICES EDUCATIONAL EQUITY The faculty and staff at Wilbur McMahon School are committed to being your partners in your child's education, and whole-community participation is crucial when it comes to the social, emotional, academic, and intercultural development of all children. It really does take a village to support all children in becoming their best and highest selves. For example, at Wilbur McMahon School (WMS), healthy relationships, celebrating one's uniqueness and that of others, and bullying prevention are a priority year-round with a variety of programs. This starts in the classroom with Open Circle , a Social Emotional Learning/Educational Equity (SELEE) curriculum for grades kindergarten through 5. Open Circle is incorporated into the curriculum during weekly extended homerooms. WMS' specialists, special educators, co-curricular teachers, and Teaching Assistants have also completed training and are paired with homeroom teachers to support and be a part of Open Circle -- making it truly school wide in grades K-5. In grades 6, 7 and 8, WMS has implemented Choose Love , which teaches students to manage their emotions, set goals, show empathy and make responsible decisions. Choose Love is part of the curriculum two times per week and is run by WMS' Counselor/Social Worker. Since the spring of 2020, all middle school teachers and specialists completed and/or began Tier I training in implementing the International Baccalaureate' Middle Years Program (IB MYP), which turns our curriculum upside down -- in a good way. From Ibo.org: "IB MYP aims to develop active learners and internationally minded young people who can empathize with others and pursue lives of purpose and meaning. The program empowers students to inquire into a wide range of issues and ideas of significance locally, nationally and globally. The result is young people who are creative, critical and reflective thinkers." All staff (Certified Staff, Teacher Assistants, Administration) completed a minimum of 10 hours of PD leading to earn a Basic Restorative Tools Certificate , which includes content focused on cultural sensitivity. (https://yrpofri.org/ ). That training continues with all new hires. None of us can do this work alone. Accordingly, the Little Compton School Department is partnering with the local public library on an Intercultural Development Community Book Club for adults. Ta-Nehisi Coates' book Between the World and Me (LCSD purchased multiple loaner copies) is the group's first read. Other intercultural works being considered for future book discussions are Once A Girl, Always a Boy (co-authors led book discussion) , and Being Heumann (author led book discussion) . They are deep reads and spark thoughtful discussions around issues of identity, race, religion, and being differently-abled. The Little Compton School Department is committed to being partners in all facets of a child's education. The critical work around empathy, diversity, and cultural sensitivity is ongoing and integrated across content areas and grades for whole-school progression. The Little Compton School Department is committed to a safe and healthy learning environment and a dynamic, responsive, impactful curriculum.

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 schoolcommitteeclerk @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

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.

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 Michael Ayotte IT Assistant Josh Guay IT 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

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