Superintendent's Updates

Dear Parents and Guardians,

It looks like the weather might align nicely with our April break. This will be a welcomed change! 

Before we leave for the spring recess, I would like to make the school community aware of changes to rules governing access to school grounds when school is in session.  

As stewards of our school community's safety, we continuously evaluate and refine our policies to ensure the utmost security for our students, faculty, and staff. On Wednesday, the Board of Selectwomen approved policy changes regarding access to our school grounds and recreational facilities during school hours.

Effective immediately, anyone other than students, invited guests, visitors, or members of our faculty and staff are prohibited from accessing school grounds between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. when school is in session.  

The changes are made in consultation with the Westport Police Department with the primary goal of enhancing campus security. By restricting access during school hours, we can better monitor and regulate the flow of individuals on campus, deter trespassing and unauthorized entry, and ensure prompt responses to any emergencies or incidents that may arise.

For clarity, "school grounds" encompass the boundaries of each of our eight school campuses, including athletic fields, courts, tracks, etc., and the Community Gardens located at Long Lots school. For detailed definitions, please refer to the Parks and Recreation Department website.

We understand that these changes may impact some community members who utilize our facilities during school hours. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work together to maintain a secure environment for everyone within our school community. 

I hope that each of you have a restful and safe April break.

Respectfully,
Thomas Scarice