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Student Support Services Our Mission Our Staff The Little Compton School Department’s Student Support Services department is fully committed to providing all students with opportunities along a continuum of services that offer access to and participation in the activities of the school and community environments as appropriate to the age and educational needs of the student. Services for students with disabilities are planned with long term outcomes in mind. Annual goals and objectives consider development in the areas of curriculum and instruction, functional skills such as; independent functioning, social and emotional functioning, communication, and career skills. We collaborate with school personnel to support the specialized instruction and services for our students. Parents are encouraged to work with the school’s Principal, Guidance Counselor, Teachers and Related Service Personnel throughout this process. Mark Dufresne Director of Student Support Services Early Childhood Coordinator mdufresne@lcsd.k12.ri.us Meriah Dufur Administrative Assistant Data Manager mdufur@lcsd.k12.ri.us Kimberly Smith Child Outreach Coordinator ksmith@lcsd.k12.ri.us If there is an indication that a student has a disability which impacts their educational performance they may be eligible for special education services. The process toward referral includes: MTSS Team (Multi-Tiered System of Supports – formerly “RTI”) Referral to the Eligibility Team with all necessary data and documentation – ETM Determination of Necessary Data and Evaluation Information Determination of Eligibility for Special Education Services-Case Conference If eligible, Development of an Individual Education Plan-IEP As special education services continue to expand and change, we remain steadfast to continue our commitment of providing appropriate services for child ren with special needs. We are always available to support families and their children. If you have any questions, concerns or suggestions regarding services, please do not hesitate to contact us. We can be reached at 401-592-0363. RI Special Education Procedural Safeguards Notice Your rights under IDEA and R.I. regulations. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the federal law concerning the education of students with disabilities, and the Regulations of the Rhode Island Council on Elementary and Secondary Education Governing the Education of Children with Disabilities, require schools to provide you, the parents of a child with a disability, with a notice containing a full explanation of the procedural safeguards (your rights) available under IDEA and the R.I. regulations. Please click here or on the document preview to view it in full SECTION 504 PARENTS’ RIGHTS IN BRIEF Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 It is the policy of the Board of Education to provide a free and appropriate public education to and reasonable modification of policies, practices or procedures for each eligible student with a disability under Section 504. It is the intent of the District to ensure that students who are or may be eligible for accommodations, aids and services, and/or reasonable modification of policies, practices, or procedures under Section 504 are Identified, evaluated, and if eligible, provided with appropriate accommodations, aids and services, and/or reasonable modifications of policies, practices, or procedures. To view the document in full, please click here. SELAC Little Compton S pecial E ducation L ocal A dvisory C ommittee The mission of the Little Compton Special Education Local Advisory Council (SELAC) is to encourage honest and effective communication, understanding, and mutual respect in a supportive partnership inclusive of all students, parents, educators, and the community-at-large to ensure the delivery of appropriate and timely services to students with disabilities. Open Meetings take place at the Wilbur McMahon school. SELAC meets on a quarterly basis. The schedule will be posted to the RI Secretary of States website and at the Wilbur and McMahon School. Caretakers and community members can get involved by attending meetings, participating in discussions, volunteering for subcommittees, or providing input on issues related to special education. Interested individuals are encouraged to contact the Little Compton School Department’s Special Education office for more information. Learn More About SELAC Upcoming Events Wednesday April 23rd , Portsmouth School Department Special Education Informational Meeting Little Compton Special Education Local Advisory Council (SELAC) Annual Notice of Meetings Wednesday February 12th, 2025 at 4:00 pm Wednesday March 19th, 2025 at 4:15 pm Wednesday April 23rd, 2025 at 5:00 pm Wednesday June 11th, 2025 at 4:15 pm Wednesday October 8th, 2025 at 4:15 pm Wednesday January 14th, 2026 at 4:15 pm Wednesday March 18th, 2026 at 4:15 pm Wednesday May 20th, 2026 at 4:15 pm

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.

Welcome Back! Little Compton School Department now uses Alma , a software system to help us better manage school, classroom, and student information. Alma is a secure, easy-to-use online system that brings important school information and tools together in one place. We expect this to save school leaders and teachers time and make it easier to get a complete view of what’s happening with each student’s learning. Families should be on the lookout for more information on setting up their account around August 30th. ALMA login Important Pages TRANSPORTATION WMS busing is provided by FirstStudent. Bus routes and contact information can be found on our transportation page. TRANSPORTATION NUTRITION Breakfast and lunch is curated by Chartwells. Access our online menu and payment through Mosaic. For more information, go to our nutrition page. NUTRITION PARENTSQUARE ParentSquare is the best way to stay up-to-date on all of your students activities. PARENTSQUARE CALENDARS Looking for district wide events? Head to our calendar to see important building dates. CALENDARS Looking to Register for Sports? All students participating in fall sports need to have all of the paperwork completed and meet all the academic and behavioral expectations in order to practice and participate. The following components are required for your child to participate in a sport at Wilbur and McMahon Schools: Completed Annual Biographical Paperwork Completed Fall Sports Registration These can be found in ALMA Start - Click on Begin New Process. An updated physical is required for all sport registrations If you are registering multiple students, you must complete the registration for each student. ALMA Start If you have more than one student enrolled at our school, you can access each student’s information with a single login. You can also find frequently asked questions about Alma at What is Alma? Who uses Alma? What are the benefits of Alma?. In addition to educator tools, Alma offers a parent and student dashboard to help the student’s support system stay informed and on track with their learning. Alma provides access to: School Calendar Staff Directory Class Rosters Attendance History Assignments Grades Activities Locker, Bus and Student ID information …and so much more You and/or your student(s) will receive an email from Alma on August 30th, 2024 with information about how to set up your account and log in. Once your account is configured, you may immediately proceed to Alma Start - the registration and paperwork component of our new SIS. If you choose to complete the paperwork at a later time, you can access Alma Start via your portal homepage or by using this link. Additional information on how to complete this process is available here . If you do not receive your account activation email by the end of day Friday please contact helpdesk@lcsd.k12.ri.us. Send us an email Additional Resources Logging into ALMA Filling in your back to school packet detailed instructions Frequently asked questions about Alma

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

...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.

Integrated Preschool & Pre-K Our program provides a nurturing and inclusive early childhood experience designed to support the growth and development of all preschool-aged children. Certified teachers, teacher assistants, and therapists work together to create a supportive environment for children with and without disabilities, offering a typical preschool experience tailored to meet individual needs. We also support families through Child Outreach, a free service available to all Rhode Island children aged 3, 4, and 5. This program helps identify children who may benefit from further assessments, interventions, or services to support their development. Program Details AM Preschool (3-Year-Olds) and PM Pre-K (4-Year-Olds) Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday AM Program: 9:00–11:30 AM PM Program: 12:30–2:55 PM Tuition: $2,700 per year Children must be fully potty trained to participate. Why Choose Our Program? Research shows that high-quality early childhood education helps children develop essential social and cognitive skills, preparing them for future academic success. From the moment children enter our classrooms, they are actively engaged in hands-on learning experiences. Our educators use research-based, evidence-supported teaching practices to ensure every child benefits from an enriching and supportive educational journey. For more information, please reach out to the Program Director, Kim Smith ksmith@lcsd.k12.ri.us

LCSD STAGE II Proposal/Approved by LC Town Council Projects: progress to date + costs Completed Solar Project

Transportation Dial (401) 625-5562 for direct access to the First Student bus yard. Bus Routes and Schedules Following bus routes links are for the 2024-2025 school year. LC BUS 2 LC BUS 5 LC BUS 3 LC BUS 6 Drop Off and Pick Up Morning Drop Off If your student will not be taking he bus in the morning, drop off locations and times are as follows: K-4 Drop off location: Playground 5-8 Drop off location: Basketball Courts School employees will be waiting outside starting at 8:00 AM. Dismissal Pickup Our school day ends at 2:55 PM. Please arrive no earlier than 2:45 PM to ensure safe and orderly traffic. Refer to the image below for exact locations. PHS Transportation PHS BUS 2 PHS BUS 3 PHS BUS 5 PHS BUS 6 PHS MORNING EXPRESS: The express bus leaves Wilbur McMahon School every day at 6:35 a.m. This option can be used by any Little Compton PHS student at any time. REGULAR SCHOOL DAY PICK-UP AND DROP-OFF: All Little Compton PHS students can get picked up and dropped off at their designated bus stops. FIRST LATE BUS: If your high school student needs to stay after school for a short time, we provide a late bus that picks students up at the high school at 3:05 p.m. and leaves PHS at 3:15 p.m. It brings those students to Wilbur McMahon School arriving by 4:15 p.m. SECOND LATE BUS: If your high school students needs to stay after school for a longer amount of time, we provide a late bus that picks students up at the high school at 5 p.m. and leaves PHS at 5:10 p.m. It brings those students to Wilbur McMahon School arriving by 5:40 p.m. Also, for students who need a quiet place to study or just need a safe place to stay while waiting for the late bus, the Portsmouth High School library is open after school every day until 5 p.m. All of these options are available as of the first day of school, Tuesday, September 3rd. The following are MET transportation options: Option 1 - Park n Ride on Fish Rd (8:02am/3:25pm) Option 2 - Wilbur McMahon 8:10am on bus #2 and transfer to our Met bus. Option 3 – Picked up at home during elementary run and transferred to our Met bus at Town Farm... Home in the PM. Option 4 - Town Farm (8:20am/3:40pm)

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

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

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

Calendars 2024-2025 District Calendar 2025-2026 District Calendar Annual Notice of SC Meetings LCSD Diversity Calendar Upcoming Important Dates and Events Facilities Frequently Requested spaces and their reservation status Please refer to this calendar before making a Use of Facilities request to ensure the space is available. Colors: Blue: Gym Red: Commons Green: Cafeteria Orange: Media Center