The Westfield Washington Schools Board of Trustees voted 5-0 on Tuesday evening to move forward with plans for a dedicated early learning space for its infant through pre-K student program. The district’s early learning program currently occupies 21 classrooms over WWS’ six elementary buildings.
A standalone facility, planned for land already owned by the district at Monon Trail Elementary, 19400 Tomlinson Road, will free up these elementary classrooms to meet the needs of the schools’ K-4 population.
Additionally, the new building will house the district’s administrative offices, which currently occupy leased space at 1143 E. 181st St. This cost, $120,000 annually, is money that can be returned to the classroom.