The Ashland Public Schools is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Amanda Curley as the next Director of Preschool at the William Pittaway School. Ms. Curley brings over a decade of experience in early childhood and special education and a deep commitment to inclusive, student-centered learning.

A dynamic and results-driven educational leader, Ms. Curley has recently served as an Early Childhood Educator Mentor and Special Education Teacher in the Natick Public Schools. Her experience includes mentoring educators, facilitating professional development, designing an inclusive curriculum, and building strong partnerships with families and staff. She also served as Co-Director of Natick’s Extended Year Program, leading operations for over 180 students and 40 staff members. Previous positions included teaching at the Perkins School for the Blind and working as an ABA (Applied Behavior Analyst) for the Advanced Learning Center.

Ms. Curley holds multiple certifications, including licensure in Administration and Severe Disabilities. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Massachusetts Lowell and a Master of Education in Severe Special Education from Lesley University. She is pursuing her Master of Education in Educational Leadership and Management at Fitchburg State University.

"Amanda’s leadership, expertise, and passion for early childhood education make her the ideal choice to lead the William Pittaway Preschool," said Superintendent Jim Adams. "We are confident she will continue strengthening our program and ensure a nurturing and enriching learning environment for all students. I would like to publicly thank Ms. Sara Davidson for her stewardship over the past seven years and look forward to her working as the Special Education Coordinator at Pittaway."

Please join me in welcoming Ms. Curley to the Ashland community.

Jim Adams, Superintendent of Schools