1. Wellesley Public Schools Superintendent’s
40 Kingsbury Street Bulletin
Wellesley, Massachusetts 02481
www.wellesley.k12.ma.us/district/bulletins.
Bella T. Wong Bulletin #25
Superintendent of Schools March 18, 2011
The Superintendent’s Bulletin is posted weekly on Fridays on our website. It provides timely, relevant
information about meetings, professional development opportunities, curriculum and program development,
grant awards, and School Committee news. The bulletin is also the official vehicle for job postings. Please
read the bulletin regularly and use it to inform colleagues of meetings and other school news.
, Dear Colleagues,
With a little over a week left before Annual Town Meeting, I am writing to provide you an update on the FY12
Budget process. All Town departments have been working to lower the collective Town-wide budget deficit
projected for FY12. Currently, the projected deficit is calculated to be $2,064,000. Undeniably, a large portion
of the deficit is due to the School Department’s budget. The Board of Selectmen has already begun to talk
about a possible tax override for FY13, but not for FY12. This means that for FY12, the deficit can only be
resolved by dipping further into the Town’s free cash or by reductions in the projected budgets. The Town’s
Advisory Committee voted on March 9 to support an allocation of up to $1,000,000 out of free cash to cover a
portion of the deficit. This leaves $1,064,000 of the deficit uncovered. All Town departments have been
asked to review budgets already submitted for possible further reductions.
I was asked by the School Committee to present ideas for further reductions to our projected FY12 Budget. I
presented the following ideas at a School Committee meeting held on March 15. All of the ideas focused on
non-programmatic reductions:
• Increase our assumption for circuit breaker reimbursement from the current 40%
• Begin the all-school facilities study in FY12 but delay completion until FY13
• Review FY12 Cash Capital Budget for additional reductions
• Review salary adjustments/turnover assumptions for FY12
• Review possibility of conversion from oil to gas at the Middle School
• Review projections for utility costs
• Charge against a utility credit from the Municipal Light Plant
• Increase efforts to collect on outstanding food service debt
By Tuesday evening, I will be able to provide the costs associated with each of the items listed above. At its
meeting on March 22, School Committee will likely vote on further reductions to the projected school budgets
based on these ideas in preparation for Town Meeting, which begins on March 28.

2. Calendar
Monday, 3/21 First Day of Practice – Spring Athletics
Tuesday, 3/22 School Committee Meeting, Town Hall, 7:30 pm
Friday, 3/25 Proposals Due – Teaching a Course
Monday, 3/28 Annual Town Meeting Begins
Graduate Course Reimbursement
Course reimbursement funding of $22,500 is available to distribute in FY12 among qualified
teachers for graduate course work which is done as part of a master’s degree program to fulfill
a teacher’s obligations for the Massachusetts Educators Professional License and for course
work required to achieve the next stage of licensure culminating in a professional license. To
apply for this course reimbrusement, please send, by June 1, 2011, your name, evidence of
your enrollment in an applicable master/doctoral degree program, name and description of
the course, evidence of course cost, proof of payment, and transcript to Valerie Spruill, Administrative Assistant
to the Assistant Superintendent, Valerie_Spruill@wellesley.k12.ma.us. You will be notified of the amount
awarded to you by July 1, 2011.
LOOKING AHEAD . . . . . . . . .
Share your Expertise with your Colleagues
Teach a course this summer or in 2011-12
Do you have expertise in the area of Classroom Management, Differentiated Instruction,
Looking at Student Work, or a specific content area? Consider sharing your knowledge
by teaching a course. Proposals are currently being accepted. The rate of pay for one
instructor is $60 per course hour or $100 per course hour if the course is approved for
graduate credit through an accredited institution. The rate of pay is adjusted for multiple
instructors. Please contact Janice_Gross@wellesley.k12.ma.us for a proposal form and
assistance with graduate approval. Deadline: March 25, 2011
Criteria for Graduate Credit Approval (Framingham State College)
Instructors must have a minimum of a master's degree and two years of work experience in the area they will be
presenting. Potential Instructors must submit:
 A current resume
 Copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts
 Two current letters of recommendation
 A complete, detailed course syllabus
One graduate credit is awarded for a minimum of twelve hours of classroom instruction. A maximum of 3 credits
will be awarded to new courses. All new courses are submitted to the university Graduate Education Council for
approval.
Syllabus Requirements:
 Course information: course title, meeting times and dates, and instructor's name, telephone number and
email.
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3.  Course description: with the exception of the opening lines, descriptions should be written in complete
sentences. The description should be clear and brief.
 Course objectives: clearly state what the student is expected to gain upon completion of the course.
 Course expectations: clearly state your expectations regarding attendance, class participation, missed
exams, and assignment due dates.
 Course content/outline: schedule of the topics that will be covered, homework assignments and due dates.
 Course text and materials: required course text(s) with full bibliographic citation(s), and other readings
required or suggested for the course.
 Course Requirements: descriptions of papers, projects, exams, assignments, and any other requirements to
successfully complete the course.
 Grading Criteria-be very specific. The grading breakdown should be shown in percentages
Are you interested in a job share?
Would you like to be considered for a transfer in 2011-12 School Year?
Teachers with professional teacher status who would like to request a job share position or a transfer in the
2011-2012 school year must notify Salvatore Petralia in writing by May 2, 2011. Requests should be sent to:
Salvatore_Petralia@wellesley.k12.ma.us
Apply Now to Enroll Children of Non-Resident WTA
Members in Wellesley Schools. Children of teachers or nurses residing
outside Wellesley shall be entitled to attend Wellesley Public Schools without charge for tuition
on a space available basis. (Article 12, WTA Unit A Contract). If you are interested in this
benefit in the 2011-12 school year, please contact Valerie_Spruill@wellesley.k12.ma.us,
include your child/ren’s name, birth date, and current grade level. Application Deadline: May 2, 2011
Teachers for Safe Schools
Teachers for Safe Schools will meet at the Middle School in Room 245, from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. on the following
Wednesdays: April 27, and May 18, 2011. The mission of Teachers for Safe Schools is to consciously create,
support and encourage a safe professional and emotional school climate that allows for staff of all sexual
orientations to be acknowledged and respected
Professional Development Opportunities
Professional Development opportunities for 2010- 2011 are posted at
http://wps-professionaldev.wikispaces.com. Course descriptions and registration
instructions are included. This link can also be found on the WPS website under
2010-2011 Professional Development Offerings.
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4. Slots Available!
EMI Difficult Conversations Course
Contact Janice Gross in Central Office to Register
EMI Difficult Conversations: Talking About Race and Racism with Students,
Colleagues, and Parents/Guardians
This is a 12-hour, 1-credit course designed to help educators develop a better understanding of
ways to address and respond to issues of race and racism on a personal and professional level.
Participants will consider the experiences of students and families from ethnically or racially
diverse backgrounds in predominantly white schools, and will examine both the barriers
to/challenges of talking about race/racism/ethnicity and strategies for engaging in productive
discussions. In addition, facilitators will model how to teach culturally sensitive literature.
You do not need to have taken EMI 1 to participate in this course.
Course Dates:
Friday, April 8th from 8:30 - 3:30, Wellesley Recreation, Room 216, 90 Washington Street,
Wednesdays April 13 and April 27 from 3:30 - 6:30 - Sprague School Library
Optional graduate credits are available from Framingham State College for $65 per credit
Special Education Seminars
A series of five seminar sessions is being offered to cover various topics regarding special education. Each session
covers a specific topic allowing participants to attend one or more sessions as desired. The intent of each session is
to provide background information to generate active discussions. Participants attending all five sessions will be
awarded 10 PDPs.
All sessions will be held at the Middle School in Room 251 from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.
To participate, go to this link and register online: http://wps-professionaldev.wikispaces.com/
Session 1 - March 22, 2011: The Special Session 2 - March 29, 2011: Special Education
Education Journey Eligibility–Who’s In? Who’s out?
This session will cover the history and development Eligibility for special education in Massachusetts is
of special education law stemming from the late a thorough and complex process with a multi-
1800s to the present. The session will provide a pronged approach. This seminar will review the
context for the federal special education law, IDEA, process and discuss relevant issues that influence
as it stands today. eligibility decision-making.
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5. Session 3 – April 12, 2011: their IEPS specifically address this concern. This
Accommodations and Modifications – session will provide an overview of issues and
discuss how Wellesley can respond to the
Who, What, When, Where, and How? requirements of the law.
Most special education students have some type of
accommodation and/or modification requirement on
their IEPs. and yet, there continues to be much Session 5 – May 10, 2011: Transition Planning
confusion over what the difference is between the for Students with Disabilities Age 14+
two terms and how each affects student
The requirements of IDEA specific to the issue of
performance, assessment, and grading. This
transition planning for life after high school or age
session will clarify definitions, review instructional
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practices, and discuss the challenges of
special education court hearings and cases across
implementation.
the country and is considered the current “hot
topic”. This session will address the requirements
of the law and review the components of effective
Session 4 – May 3, 2011: Bullying and transition planning.
Students with Disabilities
The new Bullying Law in Massachusetts requires
each school district to provide training about
bullying and its specific impact on students with
disabilities. The law also requires that special
education students who are at-risk for bullying have
Full CPI Training
Target Audience: Special Educators, Specialists, TAs, and Regular Education Teachers
The cornerstone of CPI since 1980, this program is considered the worldwide standard for crisis prevention and
intervention training. With a core philosophy of providing for the Care, Welfare, Safety, and Security SM of
everyone involved in a crisis situation, the program’s proven strategies give human service providers and
educators the skills to safely and effectively respond to anxious, hostile, or violent behavior while balancing the
responsibilities of care. Attendance at all three sessions is required for participation in this course.
Instructors: Elisa Buchsbaum and Adam Diliberto
Dates: June 25 and 26, 2011 Time: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Sprague School Library
PDPs: 12 Inservice Credit: 1 or C&I pay at the rate of $215/day for a 6-hour day
To register, go to http://wps-professionaldev.wikispaces.com/ to the online registration form. This is listed as a new
course under “School Safety.”
EMI SUMMER 2011 COURSE SCHEDULE NOW
AVAILABLE (see last page of Bulletin)
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6. Requesting C & I Proposals
Proposals for C&I projects are currently being accepted. There are two funding sources available, one that
requires projects to be completed by June 30, 2011 and the other that will fund projects that take place
beginning July 1, 2011 to June 30, 2012.
C&I compensation is granted for curriculum development projects or task force members to work on building-based
or system wide initiatives. Priority will be given to proposals designed to meet system goals.
Request proposal form from Janice_Gross@wellesley.k12.ma.us. Due date: April 29, 2011.
Congratulations to Ally Hart on the birth of her son, Jack Ryan Hart, born on
March 12, 2011.
Boston’s Gay Men’s Choir and WHS Choral Department Concert
April 14, 2011, 7:30 p.m. at WMS
The Boston Gay Men’s Chorus is one of New England’s largest and most successful
community-based choruses. Now in its 28th season, the175-voice ensemble is celebrated for
its outstanding musicianship, creative programming, and groundbreaking community
outreach. Under the dynamic leadership of Music Director Reuben M. Reynolds III, the
BGMC sings a wide spectrum of classical and popular music with excellence and builds
bridges to all people by providing a positive, affirming image of the gay and lesbian
community. Each year the Chorus offers a subscription concert series of three programs, performed in the city’s
most prestigious venues including Jordan Hall, the Cutler Majestic Theatre, and Symphony Hall. The Chorus is
heard live by more than12,000 people each season and thousands more through recordings and television
broadcasts. The Boston Business Journal consistently ranks the BGMC in its list of the top 25 performing arts
organizations in greater Boston.
Tickets: $5 Students and Seniors, $8 Parents, $3 Teachers
News from Performing Arts
The Wellesley High School Performing Arts Department presents the Moving Company in “Footnotes” a
collaborative performance which brings together dancers from local schools and professional dance companies in
a sharing and informative setting. A variety of dance styles will be featured. Student and faculty choreographies
will be showcased. The Wellesley Middle School group, Junior Moving Company directed by Lauren Schneider,
will also return for a ninth season performance, and the WMS Step Squad will join the program for its second
year. In addition, Bright Pearl Dance Company, one of Boston’s premiere Chinese Dance groups under the
direction of Na Zhou, will present works of authentic Chinese dance.
Members of the Wellesley High School Moving Company will be performing a dance piece choreographed by
company director, Janet Sozio: Singin’ and Dancin’ a funky twist on an old classic. Also the WHS Rhythm
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7. Project will perform for a second year featuring the work of Danny Hoctor, an influential jazz and tap artist who
founded Dance Caravan. Perfidia, a lating tap number, was created by Mr. Hoctor in the 1950’s. Student works
include pieces by Seniors Michelle Abrams and Carolina Rocha. With a wide variety of dance styles represented,
this year’s concert will provide the audience an evening of entertaining performance.
“Footnotes” will be held at the Wellesley Middle School Auditorium on Thursday, April 7, 2011 beginning at 7 PM.
Admission $8.00. WPS faculty and staff as well as senior citizens admitted at no charge. For more information,
contact the Wellesley High School Performing Arts Department at (781) 446-6250 X4120.
Did you have a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) in Calendar Year
2010? Don’t miss your chance for reimbursement!
March is here and the deadline for submitting eligible FSA claims is coming soon!
March 31, 2011 is the last day to submit eligible expenses from calendar year 2010 for
reimbursement. You can pick up a claim form from the Human Resources Department in Town Hall Monday
through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, or online at
http://www.wellesleyma.gov/Pages/WellesleyMA_HR/health/fsaclaimform.pdf (underscore between “MA” and
“HR”).
All forms must be filled out completely and signed, have receipts attached and be either faxed or mailed to
Cafeteria Plan Advisors (CPA) for processing by March 31, 2011. Late forms will NOT be processed.
Questions regarding your account or eligible expenses can be addressed by CPA directly by calling them at
(781) 848-9848.
Coaching Positions
Spring Season 2011
Assistant Coach – Varsity Boys Outdoor Track
Sub Varsity Coach – Boys Lacrosse
Sub Varsity Coach – Girls Lacrosse
Fall Season 2011
Head Coach – Varsity Field Hockey
Contact Athletic Director: John_Brown@wellesley.k12.ma.us
POSITIONS AVAILABLE
2010‐2011 OPENINGS
Scheduler for Powerschool at Wellesley Middle School. Beginning April 11th and
continuing until scheduling is complete. Responsibilities include data entry and hand scheduling using
PowerScheduler in PowerSchool, and meeting with Department Heads, Guidance Counselors and Principals as
necessary to ensure timely and accurate data entry and hand scheduling. Some training is available, but
knowledge of PowerScheduler a plus. Stipend is $7,119. This rate will be adjusted at the completion of salary
negotiations. Send a statement of interest via e-mail by April 1, 2011 to Josh_Frank@wellesley.k12.ma.us
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8. Cafeteria Worker Under the supervision of the Cook/Manager, the general worker will operate kitchen
equipment, provide routine cleaning of the kitchen, and any other tasks that pertain to the food service
department. Rate Range: $11.74-14.22; Work Hours: Monday thru Friday 7:30 am to 12:30 pm. Benefit Eligible.
Minimum Qualifications: Good physical stamina, neat appearance, likes working with people.
Please send letter of interest to: Salvatore Petralia, Assistant Superintendent,
Wellesley Public Schools, 40 Kingsbury Street, Wellesley, MA 02481 or e-mail Personnel@wellesley.k12.ma.us
SUMMER POSITIONS AVAILABLE:
WINGS '11 Regular Education Program Staff Needed:
Regular Education Teaching Assistants Needed for 4 Weeks 7/5/11-7/29/11 AM Academic Courses
Teaching Assistants for the academic classes ($18/hr or current TA rate) are needed to teach in the AM (8:15-
11:45) session. Candidates must have experience teaching either math or literacy. Preference will be given to
candidates who are familiar with WPS grade level learning goals and who have experience working with
students with special needs.
Student Assistants Needed for 4 Weeks 7/5/11-7/29/11
A limited number of Student Assistants ($10/hr) are needed to work in enrichment classes in the AM (8:15-11:45)
and/or the PM (11:45-3:15) sessions. Students must be 16 or older and preference will be given to high school
and college students who have worked in WINGS in the past or who are children of Wellesley staff. After
March1st, read the description of the courses at www.wellesley.k12.ma.us (click on programs) and indicate in your
letter of application which courses you think your skills/talents/experience match.
Nursing coverage needed to cover all summer programs 7/1/10-8/6/10
Registered nurse(s) needed ($39.49/hr.) Preference will be given to current WPS nurses and others who have
worked in WINGS in the past.
Secretary Needed 7/5/11-7/29/11
Secretary responsibilities will include tracking and recording student attendance for each of the four time periods a
day, managing all incoming phone calls, helping to maintain attendance and weekly time sheets, helping to
support the needs of up to 70 adults.
Data Manager Needed 7/5/11-7/29/11
Responsibilities will include manipulating data to create daily reports and course lists. Must be proficient in using
FileMaker Pro 10.
Interested candidates should send a formal letter of application and current resume to
Dr. Gretchen Bravacos, 63 Hastings St., Wellesley, MA 02481 or via email at wings@wellesley.k12.ma.us
Elementary Special Education Summer Staff Needed:
Special Education Teacher Positions 6/27/11-8/5/11
Special Education Teachers ($39.49/hr) are needed to teach students with language- based learning disabilities in
grades 2-5. The position is part-time (8:30-11:30) each morning for six weeks. Training and experience teaching
reading, written language and math skills to students with disabilities is necessary and Moderate Special Needs
certification is preferred.
Lead Teachers for Full-Day Six Week Program 6/27/11-8/5/11
Lead Teachers ($39.49/hr) are needed to lead small group lessons for students with intensive special needs.
Other duties include consulting with academic and enrichment teachers, providing guidance to teaching
assistants, overseeing students’ schedules, etc. Training and experience teaching students with intensive
disabilities is necessary and Severe Needs certification is preferred.
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9. Lead Teachers for Full-Day Six Week Program 7/1/10-8/6/10
Lead Teachers ($39.49/hr) are needed to lead small group lessons for students on the Autism Spectrum. Other
duties include consulting with academic and enrichment teachers, providing guidance to teaching assistants,
overseeing students’ schedules, etc. Training and experience teaching students with autism is necessary and
Severe Needs certification is preferred.
Teaching Assistants for Four and Six Week Programs
Teaching assistants ($18 an hour or current rate of pay) are needed to support students with disabilities in special
education classes and in some academic, enrichment, and recreational activities for both the AM (paid hours
8:15-11:45) and the PM (paid hours 11:45-3:15) sessions. Preference will be given to candidates who are
currently working in WPS, with training in elementary education, special education, or related field and/or
experience with students with disabilities.
Interested candidates should send a letter of interest and a current resume to Ms. Beth Brown,
40 Kingsbury St, Wellesley, MA, 02481
Preschool Special Education Summer Programs Staff Needed:
 Lead Preschool Teachers for P.A.W.S. Summer '11
Lead teachers are needed for both the four (7/5/11-7/28/11) and six-week programs (6/27/11-8/4/11). Master’s
degree and DEEC licenses in both early childhood education and special education required, expertise in using
Applied Behavior Analysis as a teaching methodology is required for the six-week long program. Preference will
be given to current WPS employees.
 Preschool Teaching Assistants and Paraprofessionals
Teaching assistants ($18/hr or current rate) must have experience in working with preschool aged children with
special needs. Paraprofessionals ($25/hr or current rate) must have expertise in Applied Behavior Analysis.
Current WPS employees should state their current rate of pay in their letter of application.
 Therapists Needed for WINGS'11 and P.A.W.S. (Preschool at Wellesley Schools) 6/27/11-8/5/11
Speech/Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapists ($45/hr) are needed. Appropriate
licenses and/or certification and experience required. Preference will be given to current and former WPS
employees.
Interested candidates should send a formal letter of application and current resume to
Dr. Gretchen Bravacos, 63 Hastings St., Wellesley, MA 02481 or via email at wings@wellesley.k12.ma.us
Positions Available 2011-2012
District Wide
Deaf Educator (.2FTE) Middle School
Guidance Counselor (.5FTE)
Preschool
Special Educator (1.0FTE) High School
Chemistry (.5FTE)
Elementary Spanish (1.0FTE)
Occupational Therapy (.2FTE)
Please send cover letter, resume, three letters of reference, transcripts and licensure to: Personnel, Wellesley
Public Schools, 40 Kingsbury Street, Wellesley, MA 02481
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10. Anticipated Openings 2011 - 2012
District Wide High School (9-12)
Teacher of Visually Impaired (0.6 FTE) Biology (1.0 FTE)
Chemistry (.75FTE)
Elementary English (1.0 FTE)
K-2 and 3-5 Chinese/Latin (1.0FTE)
Special Educator ( 1.0 FTE) (Moderate SPED) Family/Consumer Science (1.0FTE)
Special Education Teacher/Therapeutic Class (Child Study Lab Teacher. Degree in Child
(1.0FTE) Development or Early Childhood Education)
Nurse (0.9 FTE) Fitness & Health (0.2 FTE)
Math (.4FTE)
Middle School Guidance Counselor (1.0 FTE)
History (.6FTE) Social Studies (1.0FTE)
Field Hockey Coach
Please send a cover letter, resume, three letters of reference, transcripts, and licensure by April 1, 2011 to
Salvatore Petralia, Assistant Superintendent, Wellesley Public Schools, 40 Kingsbury Street, Wellesley, MA 02481.
Wellesley Public Schools Actively Seeks to Increase the Diversity of its Workforce
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