We encourage you to visit the bond referendum and budget vote portal on the district and school websites, now updated with additional pages, including Long Term Solutions, How to Vote, Full Day Kindergarten, and 2025-2026 Operating Budget. http://westfieldnjk12.org/vote
In the winter edition of School Leader Magazine, Dr. González writes about the district's use of data to create equitable environments for students in the Westfield Public Schools. Check out his article on page 10. https://adobe.ly/42tPuYF
Today, on International Holocaust Remembrance Day, we remember the six million Jews and countless others who died in the Holocaust. Let’s honor their memory throughout the year by rejecting hatred and embracing respect for all. #WPSCelebratesDiversity #NeverAgain
Congratulations to all recognized by the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Association for their creative submissions in the annual essay / poetry / art contest. https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1988036
The Golden Pass Program expands to include intermediate school performances! The program provides Westfield residents 65+ free entrance to many of our athletic events and secondary school performances. Read more and spread the word! https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1986324
Still time to register for K-8 STEAM Night on February 5 from 6:30-8:30p at Edison. Lots of great hands-on learning planned -- some listed on the flyer, with others to come. https://sites.google.com/westfieldnjk12.org/wps-ptc-ptso/ptc-gifted-education
Local artist Ricardo Roig explained his unique "Hand Cut Print" technique, while sharing his creative process and passion with WHS art students. Thank you to the Westfield Coalition for the Arts for sponsoring this inspiring workshop.
Reading, writing, and arithmetic at Washington!
To select their top 3 choices for an upcoming memoir book club, Roosevelt 7th graders in Ms. Burke's ELA class participated in a "book tasting, complete with tablecloths, French music, and candlelit ambiance," says principal Brian Gechtman.
Jefferson 1st graders recently used watercolors for the first time to beautify their cityscape drawings. What fun!
Edison students played a trivia game with Student Assistance Coordinator (SAC) Ms. Wilson, displaying their ability to make healthy choices and take positive action when faced with difficult decisions in their everyday lives.
McKinley 4th graders in Ms. Zales and Ms. Barna's class concluded a persuasive writing unit, creating posters to encourage adoption of pups at Wise Animal Rescue.
The kindergarten concert for delighted grandparents is always an annual favorite!
Save the Date for a unique picture book experience on Monday, February 10, beginning at 6 p.m. at Edison Intermediate School. Wild Symphony is described as "a magical blend of storytelling, music, and visual art." Free tickets at https://wpsvpa.booktix.com/departments.
Completed petitions for candidacy in April 15, 2025 School Board Election are being accepted. Petitions due to BA/Board Secretary Patricia Ramos by 4p on Tues, Feb 25. Nominating petition and more information here: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/page/boardelectionapril2025
Our students love when families share their cultures and traditions. Franklin 2nd grader Anya and her parents introduced a book and a craft in Mrs. Vaglio's class, in celebration of Muslim Heritage Month .
Lots of celebrations of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in our schools. Franklin 4th graders participated in fun, engaging lessons, including listening to the story, Martin's Big Words, and creating a collage of words they felt were important to Dr. King and his legacy.
Tamaques 1st graders joined together to create a beautiful poster, based on this year's theme of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Association of Westfield ... Building Bridges to the Beloved Community.
The Board of Education will meet on Tuesday, January 21 in WHS Cafeteria B, with public portion of meeting beginning at 7 p.m. Agendas: https://bit.ly/BOEAgendas2024-2025. Live Stream/Recordings: https://bit.ly/BOE-Meetings2024-25
The Westfield Public School District will be closed on Monday, January 20, as we honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and his legacy of compassion, service, and hope.
