Children’s librarian Macy Davis, of the Elizabeth Tabor Library, presented a special story time at the Project GROW preschool program in December. The Old Rochester Regional School District and MA Superintendency Union #55 started registration on Monday, Feb. 9, 2026, for Project GROW for the 2026-27 school year. (Photo Courtesy Old Rochester Regional School District and MA Superintendency Union #55)
MATTAPOISETT — Superintendent Michael S. Nelson is pleased to announce that registration for the Old Rochester Regional School District and MA Superintendency Union #55 Project GROW preschool program is open for the 2026-27 school year.
Project GROW has long provided high-quality pre-schooling to children in Marion, Mattapoisett and Rochester.
“Project GROW continues to be an important entry point into learning for many of our youngest students,” Superintendent Nelson said. “Project GROW reflects our commitment to early childhood education by offering a welcoming, supportive environment where children can build confidence, curiosity and essential social skills.”
The program provides children with a part-day, high-quality preschool experience in a public school setting, in addition to an inclusive learning environment for children with special needs.
The program is being offered at three district schools:
- Sippican Elementary School, Marion (9 a.m. – 1 p.m.)
- Center School, Mattapoisett (8:50 a.m. – 12:50 p.m.)
- Rochester Memorial School, Rochester (9 a.m. – 1 p.m.)
The program consists of two classes:
- Tuesday and Thursday ($2,520/year)
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday ($3,780/year)
All classes follow the ORR public school calendar.
This four-hour program is open to all children residing in Marion, Mattapoisett and Rochester who will be 3 years of age before Sept. 1, 2026.
Each Project GROW class is held at the town elementary school where the family resides.
Parents and guardians are reminded that they are responsible for providing transportation to and from the program each day.
“Project GROW is designed to meet children where they are developmentally while encouraging independence, creativity and collaboration,” said Early Childhood Coordinator Doreen Lopes. “Our educators focus on meaningful experiences that help children develop a strong sense of readiness for kindergarten and beyond.”
Each preschool class is staffed by a certified teacher and assistant. The program aligns with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and follows the High/Scope curriculum.
For more information or to register your child for the program, click here.
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Students assembled toy train tracks at the Project GROW preschool program in December. The Old Rochester Regional School District and MA Superintendency Union #55 started registration on Monday, Feb. 9, 2026, for Project GROW for the 2026-27 school year. (Photo Courtesy Old Rochester Regional School District and MA Superintendency Union #55)
Students enjoyed a holiday shop and enjoyed Gingerbread Man stories in December at the Project GROW preschool program. The Old Rochester Regional School District and MA Superintendency Union #55 started registration on Monday, Feb. 9, 2026, for Project GROW for the 2026-27 school year. (Photo Courtesy Old Rochester Regional School District and MA Superintendency Union #55)
Children do a “Gingerbread Cookie Dance” at the Project GROW preschool program. The Old Rochester Regional School District and MA Superintendency Union #55 started registration on Monday, Feb. 9, 2026, for Project GROW for the 2026-27 school year. (Photo Courtesy Old Rochester Regional School District and MA Superintendency Union #55)
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