Lunenburg Public Schools

Press Release for upcoming OLA Tier Review by DESE

During the week of December 16, 2024 the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s (DESE’s) Office of Language Acquisition (OLA) will conduct a Tiered Focused Monitoring Review of Lunenburg Public Schools. The Office of Language Acquisition reviews each district’s and charter school’s ELE program every six years to monitor compliance with federal and state English learner education laws and regulations. Areas of review will include English learners’ student assessments, identification of English learners; what programs English learners are placed in, parent and community involvement, curriculum and instruction, student support services, licensure requirements for faculty, staff and administration, program plans, and evaluation and recordkeeping.

In addition to the onsite visit, parent outreach is an important part of the review process. The district will send a survey to the parents of students whose records the review team examines with.The survey focuses on key areas of their child’s English learner education program. Survey results will be reviewed by OLA and they will contribute to the monitoring report.

Parents and other individuals may call Andrew McDonie, Office of Language Acquisition Review Chairperson, at (781) 338-3541 to request a telephone interview. If an individual requires an accommodation, such as translation, to participate in an interview, DESE will make the necessary arrangements.

Within approximately 60 business days of the onsite visit, the review chairperson will provide the Lunenburg Public Schools with a report with information about areas in which the Lunenburg Public Schools meets or exceeds regulatory requirements and areas in which the Lunenburg Public Schools requires assistance to correct or improve practices. The report will be available to the public at https://www.doe.mass.edu/ele/cpr/

Important Transportation Information

If your child(ren) will require bus transportation for next school year, please click on the link below to complete the form separately for each student in your family.  ALL families should complete this form (one for each child) by the May 1st deadline even if you do not require bus transportation.

student Registration


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LPS Volunteer flyer

COME VOLUNTEER WITH US!  


WE HAVE VARIOUS OPPORTUNITIES FOR FAMILIES AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS TO SHARE THEIR EXPERTISE!  


IF INTERESTED, PLEASE CONTACT LIZ PETERSEN IN THE SUPERINTENDENT'S OFFICE AT (978)582-4100 x 5211 OR lpetersen@lunenburgschools.net 

Last year the District Safety Team explored many school safety communication apps.  We have selected the Saferwatch app and will begin using it after our introductory meetings with parents of students PreK-12 and students in grades 6-12.  

Please see the parent flyer and Frequently Asked Questions for additional information or to download the app through the QR code or by going to  http://saferwatchapp.com/ 

If you could not attend the meeting with Officer McNamara but have questions, please send them to lps@lunenburgschools.net.

LUNENBURG PUBLIC SCHOOLS

1025 Massachusetts Avenue

Lunenburg, MA 01462

978-582-4100  X 5211

FAX: 978-582-4103

The Mission of the Lunenburg Public Schools is to provide all students with the skills, confidence, and passion for life-long learning so that they may find their own paths to successful careers, active citizenship, and rewarding lives.


Lunenburg Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, housing status, migrant status, language spoken, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.