Our district will be holding three sessions as part of our Portrait(s) of a Learner process, which is described in the message below. The sessions will be facilitated by the same highly skilled facilitators from MLP Integrated Design that we used for our facilities planning work and we would love more Happy Hollow caregivers to be included in this work!

Parents and caregivers will share insights about student growth, challenges, and the experiences that matter most across K-12. We’ll explore what skills and mindsets students need today and what supports truly make a difference. This feedback will guide the development of Portrait(s) traits and learner profiles. If you are interested please fill out this Google Form.

Additionally, caregivers have the opportunity to participate in the Big Group Visioning Series (Educational Forum)

The three-part series will bring together educators, parents and community members to co-create Wayland’s Portrait(s) of a Learner. Below is a calendar of the process/meetings.

Identify 4-6 core draft traits based on a series of focus groups with students, recent graduates, and parents/caregivers

Build narrative learner archetypes that reflect the range of Wayland learners

Revise and finalize the Portrait(s) as we prepare to launch.

Participants are required to attend all three sessions as each session builds on the previous one. Please click on the button below to fill out the Google Form here if you are interested in participating.

When: 7-8:30 pm, February 10, March 10, April 14, and May 12, 2026

Where: First Parish, 225 Boston Post Road, Wayland – in person only

Who:  For parents and other adults who live, work, worship or send their child(ren) to school in Wayland – from people who speak their minds often, to those who hold back, and everyone in between.

Facilitator: jamele adams

Registration: Registration is required. Attendance at all four sessions is encouraged but not required.  REGISTER

About: This four-session workshop is all about building skills for real-life and online conversations—especially with people whose life experiences differ from your own. Together, we’ll practice how to show up with curiosity and self-awareness, even when conversations feel uncomfortable or perspectives don’t align.

jamele adams, an educator, facilitator, and community peacemaker, will lead four in-person sessions where participants can practice empathetic listening, learn from one another, and build trust and connection. Together, participants will choose the discussion topic for each session.

By the end, you’ll have concrete tools to engage across differences—face-to-face and online. You’ll leave better equipped to navigate difficult conversations without losing connection. No matter who you are or where you’re coming from, this workshop is a welcoming space to learn, reflect, and grow together—and to help make the Wayland  community stronger.

This program is sponsored by the Wayland Public Schools and the Wayland Human Rights, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee (HRDEIC). The program is made possible through the generous support of the Lydia Maria Child Fund of First Parish in Wayland.

Flyer:  You can download the flyer here.

Questions: Email chairHRDEIC@wayland.ma.us

January 28, 2026, 7:00 - 8:30

Wayland High School Library 

An inspiring and practical conversation exploring the ways that data-driven, community-centered work is helping create spaces where people feel a true sense of belonging, even in challenging times.

You’ll walk away with a set of “back-pocket” tools you can use right away to foster connection in your own life. This event is not only a chance to learn from Nichole, it’s also an opportunity to meet and interact with fellow Waylanders who care about strengthening our community. 

 What’s Going On in Their Head? Understanding Teen Brains

 Tuesday, January 27th

Zoom Presentation from 7:00-8:00pm, followed by a Q/A from 8:00-8:30pm. Attendees will learn about adolescent brain development, tween/teen decision-making, and how adults can help foster

Fiver sessions for grades K-8 from July 13 - August 14 (9am-3pm with 8am early drop off) at Claypit Hill or Wayland Middle School (TBD); grades 9-12 at Wayland High from August 17-21

This programs seek to instill sportsmanship, self-esteem, and technical skills. This year we have weeks dedicated to ball control, possession, shooting, and team concepts. Registration will be open as of 8:00 pm on January 14th at ChampionSoccerSchool.com.

It’s the new “Student Information System” for the Wayland Public Schools. It replaces Home Access Center (HAC).

Once you have an account set up, you can login via the web interface or the mobile app.

This summer, the primary account holder for your student (listed as “mother) should have received an email from WAYLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS. The subject line said “PowerSchool Account Change.”

It may be that the information the school has in the system is incorrect. You can submit a support ticket using the Google Form at: https://forms.gle/592Fqm8e1kePE7Pb8

Here is a PowerSchool FAQ: Parent Portal FAQs for Families

ParentSquare is a communication hub for staff, families, and students. You can find the weekly Principal’s message and Friday eNews all in one place. The FAQ below has a lot of information about how to personalize your experience.

No, the school still sends all communication by email.

You should have received an email from the district inviting you to sign up. Regardless, you can go to parentsquare.com and register for an account with your email address.

No.

If you have difficulty with the login and/or registration process, reach out to your building’s Instructional Technology Support specialist and they can help you get set up.

Here is a ParentSquare FAQ:

Please note, not all announcements included in the Wayland All Schools News are school sponsored, but are community based, non-profit, non-sectarian, non-political, and are included here as a service to the Wayland school community.