Why This Matters

The proposed relocation of Pre-K and grades 6-8 from WES isn’t just a budget adjustment—it’s a fundamental change that could have lasting impacts on our students, families, and community.

  • By removing both the youngest and oldest students from WES, enrollment would drop significantly, making the school more vulnerable to eventual closure. If WES closes entirely, Westford students would have to travel outside of town for their entire education.

    A local school keeps Westford a strong, vibrant community—once it’s gone, it’s nearly impossible to get back.

  • Westford is a small but close-knit town, and WES is at the heart of it. A thriving local school:

    • Keeps families in town and attracts new residents

    • Supports property values—a strong school makes Westford a desirable place to live

    • Builds community connections—without WES, we lose a vital gathering place

    When towns lose their schools, they often lose more than just a building—they lose their sense of community.

  • Parent involvement is crucial for student success, but moving students out of WES makes this harder:

    • Longer travel times mean fewer opportunities for parents to volunteer or attend events

    • Parents with multiple children in different schools will face logistical challenges

    • Extracurricular participation could drop if students can’t easily stay after school

  • Moving younger students out of WES means longer bus rides and added transportation challenges:

    • Increased travel time for Pre-K students, who are already adjusting to school

    • Difficult logistics for families with children in multiple schools

    • Winter weather risks, with longer commutes and potential delays

  • Relocating students means consolidating them into fewer schools, which typically leads to:

    • Bigger class sizes, reducing one-on-one attention for students

    • Fewer resources per student, as staff and funding get stretched thinner

    • Limited access to support services, like special education and counseling

  • Forcing students to change schools earlier than expected can be disruptive to their emotional and social well-being.

    • Pre-K students won’t get the chance to start their education in their hometown

    • Middle schoolers will face an earlier, more difficult transition to a new school environment

    • Younger students left at WES may feel the loss of their older peers and reduced school programming

  • The district says this move will cut costs, but does it really?

    • Will increased transportation costs cancel out the savings?

    • What happens if Westford families start leaving the district?

    • Could alternative budget solutions be explored instead?

Westford deserves a transparent, community-driven process—not rushed decisions with long-term consequences.

What Can You Do?

Fill Out A Survey

Share your personal concerns or experiences. Your input is critical in showing the school board the impact this decision will have on families, students, and the community.

Volunteer

Join our advocacy team! Whether it’s spreading the word, organizing events, or helping with outreach, every contribution matters.

Show Up At Meetings

Attend school board and community meetings to voice your concerns and stand up for our school. Bring friends, family, and neighbors—it’s essential to show strong community support