Teaching to the Whole Child

The theory of educating the whole child focuses on all aspects of a student’s development—academic, social, emotional, and physical. Our school is committed to teaching the whole child by embracing their unique learning styles and paces, addressing their social-emotional needs, and partnering with families to gain a deeper understanding of their home life.

We prioritize recognizing each student’s hobbies, likes, and dislikes, incorporating these interests into our educational approach. By doing so, we create an engaging, nurturing, and inclusive environment that supports every aspect of a child’s development, ensuring they thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. This approach also ensures that an MWJDS education is holistic, nurturing well-rounded individuals who are prepared for success in all areas of life.

“My children have thrived at MWJDS, where their teachers challenge them and take them to the next level both in traditional content and in their critical thinking skills and social & emotional learning.” – MWJDS parent

MWJDS supports both neurotypical and neurodiverse learners through:

  • Advanced academics
  • Enrichment programs
  • Hands-on learning
  • Project-based learning
  • Providing the least restrictive environment
  • Behavior intervention planning
  • Occupational therapy sessions
  • Speech and language therapy
  • Adhering to IEP / 504 plans
  • Offering accommodations and modifications
We have demonstrated success in serving many students with the following attributes:
  • Exceptional Learner
  • Gifted & Talented
  • Language Based Learning Disabilities
  • Specific Learning Disabilities
  • Communication Disabilities
  • Executive Functioning
  • ADD/ADHD
  • Developmental Delay
  • Social & Emotional Challenges
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder

We organize small structured social groups like lunch bunches and friendship groups, to enhance individual students’ social abilities. Soft skills such as persistence, collaboration, academic risk-taking, and self-reflection are embedded within the everyday curriculum to cultivate independent thought and action, boost confidence, and foster student autonomy.

“Looking back, I realize that my success and growth was not due to my academic knowledge, it was due to the unique support and guidance I received by my teachers. Moving forward, I will use the lessons I received from my teachers to help lighten others’ fires as they did for me.”

MWJDS builds upon the Massachusetts Frameworks Curriculum for our secular academic foundation. As a pluralistic Jewish community, MWJDS ensures students are connected to Jewish traditions while respecting the diverse beliefs of individual families.