Two WHS teams utilized their mathematical abilities, research skills, and creativity to analyze data, develop models, and propose solutions during a recent MathWorks Math Modeling Challenge, competing against nearly 3,000 teens across the U.S. and the U.K.
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Group of students work on math challenge together.
Group of students work at desks on laptops on math challenge
Students work in pairs on laptop on math challenge
Lincoln students love using the Wheel of Wow as they strengthen phonics skills. They practice tapping and writing single syllable words with diagraphs.
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Photo collage of kindergartners doing phonics
There's still time to celebrate Youth Art Month and enjoy the creative student works of art displayed at the Rialto, the Westfield Memorial Library, and the preview center at One Westfield Place. Don't miss it! https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1508049
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Student works of art displayed at library
Save the Dates as the WHS No Place for Hate Committee hosts a community movie night on March 22 and a community book read and discussion on April 17. Learn more here: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1507725
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Graphic noting Save the Date
It's Pi Day (3.14) with lots of fun, mathematical activities around the district related to the ratio of a circle's circumference to its diameter. Here's a snapshot from Roosevelt!
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Student studies an image on a screen with Pi information
Congratulations to Rostyslav Rozhdestvenskyi, recognized at Union County's "Unsung Heroes" Award Ceremony. WHS principal Mary Asfendis noted that Rostylslav makes WHS a better place, sharing his culture and experiences of coming to the United States from his native Ukraine.
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WHS principal speaks at podium as Unsung Hero student recipient looks on
Group photo of student who won Union County Unsung Hero award
On March 21, Stephen Hill of Speak Sobriety will present "Not My Kid: How to Build Resilient Kids to Make Healthy Choices and Overcome Adversity," sharing his impactful story of addiction and recovery. https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1504996
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Flyer noting "Not My Kid" parent program
Next up for an opportunity to learn about the 2024-25 school district operating budget is a virtual session tomorrow, March 14 from 9-10a and in-person on Monday, March 18 from 10:30-11:30a at the Westfield library. The full schedule, plus links to the virtual sessions, are on the Budget Portal on the district website. Get your questions answered before going to the polls on April 16! https://sites.google.com/westfieldnjk12.org/wps-april2024budgetvote/community-engagement
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic  noting budget sessions
The Optimist of Club of Westfield is accepting nominations for the 26th Annual Intermediate School Outstanding Teacher Award. The deadline to submit nominations is Wednesday, April 10. Learn more about the nomination process here: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1504870
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Screenshot of top of Optimist Club Flyer
A well-attended lunchtime math enrichment class at Washington, with students requesting to attend this weekly session.
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Washington Gr 5 teacher in front of screen, while students eat lunch and participate in a lunchtime math lesson
Pre-K students apply important school readiness skills and exercise autonomy as they engage in various learning centers.
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Photo collage of pre-kindergartners working at desks
Photo collage of pre-kindergartners working at desks
Roosevelt musical ensembles - Jazz I, Jazz II, and the Afternoon Ramble - performed at the Rotary Club of Westfield's annual Breakfast with the Bands.
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Jazz ensemble performs at "Breakfast with the Bands"
Wilson students and staff welcomed author Audrey Vernick for Read Across America Week. She reminded students that story ideas can be found anywhere, encouraging young authors to write their ideas down. Mrs. Vernick told the group that she keeps her ideas in a special bowl.
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Author speaks to students, image of one of her books on screen
Author refers to screen with an image of one of her books, while students listen, seated on gym floor
Author speaks to students seated on the gym floor
Welcome sign
Our elementary students love to "drop everything and read" in celebration of Read Across America Week. Here is what it looked like this week at Franklin.
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Crowded hallway as students "drop everything and read" during Read Across American Week"
Teacher and student sitting in hallway reading
Crowded hallway as students "drop everything and read" during Read Across American Week"
Students and teacher sitting in hallway, reading
Crowded hallway as students "drop everything and read" during Read Across American Week"
Tamaques parent volunteers recently shared their expertise in engineering, medicine, aeronautics, space, the health sciences, and much more during the school's popular STEAM Day. Thank you to all who participated in this dynamic day of learning.
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Student smiles for the camera while working on a STEAM Day activity
Student blows up a balloon
STEAM Day volunteer works with students
STEAM Day parent volunteer demonstrates stethoscope on student
STEAM Day banner
Three students, one wearing a crown hat, lay on the ground, blowing up balloons
Parent volunteer stands in front of screen, as students listen
Parent volunteer discusses aviation during STEAM Day
Parent volunteer points to image on screen during STEAM Day
Students smile for the camera during STEAM Day activities
Fun matinee performance of Roosevelt's production of "The SpongeBob Musical." Congratulations to the cast and crew! Still time to see this colorful and engaging show, with performances tonight (Friday) and tomorrow (Saturday) at 7 p.m. https://ris.booktix.net/
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
RIS actor as SpongeBob
Cast of the SpongeBob Musical on stage
Cast of the SpongeBob Musical on stage
Cast of the SpongeBob Musical on stage
Cast of the SpongeBob Musical on stage
Cast of the SpongeBob Musical on stage
At its March 5 meeting, the Board of Education approved the tentative 2024-2025 school district operating budget, which includes an additional spending proposal that will go before voters on April 16. Learn more on the Budget Portal and at our community engagement sessions; the first session is tomorrow (March 8) at 9a at 302 Elm Street. Hope to see you there! https://sites.google.com/westfieldnjk12.org/wps-april2024budgetvote?usp=sharing
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Screenshot of Budget Portal homepage
Cast members of the upcoming WHS production of "Heathers, the Musical" showcased their considerable talent during a preview at last night's Board of Education meeting. Don't miss it! https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1491974
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
WHS student actors on stage during preview of Heathers
WHS student actors on stage during preview of Heathers
WHS student actors on stage during preview of Heathers
WHS student actors on stage during preview of Heathers
It is that time of year when the Westfield Public Schools community looks forward to Spring musicals and celebrating the considerable talents of the cast, crew, and theater directors at EIS, RIS, and WHS. https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1491974
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic noting Heathers, the Musical
The Parent Teacher Council (PTC) is hosting a virtual Board Candidates Night on Monday, March 18 from 7:30-9:30p. Visit the Board Election page for details, including how to register. https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/page/boardelectionapril2024
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools