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
Calling all students in Grades K-12! The Westfield Public School District is hosting an Earth Day 2024 Poster Contest. The 2024 Earth Day theme is "Planet vs. Plastics." Deadline to submit is March 27. Submission details here: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1491955
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic noting Earth Day Poster Contest
The Rotary Club of Westfield is accepting nominations for the Philhower and Steengrafe Awards. Nominate a favorite Pre-K to Grade 5 teacher and deserving staff member. Details here: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1491926
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic noting Phihower and Steengrafe Awards
Congratulations to our National Merit Finalists! https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1488406
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Group photo of National Merit Finalists
This Women's History Month, we celebrate the incredible achievements and impact of women around the world. From trailblazers breaking barriers to everyday heroes making a difference, their stories inspire and empower us all!
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic noting Women's History Month
Please join us this Friday, March 8 from 9-10a for the first of our community engagement sessions, "From Classroom to Community: Understanding the School District Operating Budget," in the 1st Floor Conference Rm at 302 Elm Street. See below for additional opportunities as well.
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic noting Community Engagement Sessions
Reminder: All Westfield Public Schools will have an early dismissal this Friday, March 8, as staff participate in professional development in the afternoon. Schedule here: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/page/inclement-weather-procedures-school-closings
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic noting early dismissal on March 8
The Board of Education will hold a regular public meeting on March 5 in Cafeteria B at WHS, beginning at 7p. The Board will vote on the tentative 2024-25 school district operating budget. Agenda: https://bit.ly/BOEAgendas2023-2024 Livestream: https://bit.ly/BOELivestream2023-2024
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic noting board meeting on March 5
March is Youth Art Month and Music In Our Schools Month. We're kicking both off with an Opening Reception on Tuesday, March 5 from 4:30-6:30p at the Roig Collection. We hope to see you there, as we celebrate the arts in our schools!
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic noting Youth Art Month and Music in Our Schools Month
Mr. Samarco's class has been comparing/contrasting character traits in "Dragon Masters: Rise of the Earth Dragon", creating their own dragons for the Lunar New Year. In social studies, they are researching African American inventors in celebration of Black History Month.
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Student holds up research on African American inventor
Students work at desks
Student works at laptop with headsets
Edison 8th graders in U.S. History recently participated in a Model Congress lesson. They learned about the legislative process by doing the work of elected officials, with student-written bills voted on by their peers.
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
8th graders in US History Model Congress lesson
When the citizens of Bikini Bottom discover that a volcano will soon erupt and destroy their humble home, SpongeBob and his friends must come together to save the fate of their undersea world. With lives hanging in the balance and all hope lost, a most unexpected hero rises up. Save the dates for the Roosevelt spring musical on March 7 at 4 p.m., and March 8 and 9 at 7 p.m. to see just how the power of optimism really can save the world! Tickets are available at ris.booktix.net.
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic with details of The SpongeBob Musical
A Physical Education gymnastics unit, with Jefferson 1st and 2nd graders performing various skills to improve body control and awareness. Students in the upper grades used ropes, pull up bars, tumbling mats, and a balance beam placed an inch or so from the floor.
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Group of students pose for a picture on gymnastic mat
Student tries gymnastics stretch, standing on mat
Three students balance on low beam a couple inches from floor
PE teacher speaks to students seated on mats in gym
As part of an elementary science unit, 1st and 4th graders study mealworms. The mealworms recently arrived at in Mrs. Wade's class at Wilson, with 4th graders learning the anatomy of the larva, how to care for mealworms, and whether they like color, certain smells, and sounds.
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Wilson 4th grader holds a mealwork
Close up of hand holding a mealwork
Another successful Math Night at Franklin, where students, families, and staff enjoyed a variety of activities based on the theme: "Old MacDonald had a Number Farm." Former students lent a hand, while current students collected stamps as they completed math challenges.
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Former Franklin student helps current students with Math Night activity
Former Franklin student smiles for the camera as he helps current students and families with Math Night activities
Franklin student with face painted smiles for the camera as she prepares to work on a maze at Math Night
Former Franklin student stands with current students in preparation for a Math Night activity
Franklin teacher dressed in farmer gear at Math Night
Franklin student smiles during Math Night.th Night
Are these values the same or not the same? Lincoln students recently used gross motor movements to show if values are equal or not equal.
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Photo collage of kindergartners using gross motor movements during math lesson
Combining a lesson on circuitry and Valentine's Day greetings in Ms. Goodwin's technology education class at Roosevelt.
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Two RIS students hold light up Valentine Day cards during lesson on circuitry
Our youngest learners celebrated the 100th day of school this week with lots of fun educational activities.
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Two 1st graders hold artwork based on 100th day of school
Tamaques 1st grade teachers dressed as 100 year olds
Photo collage of Lincoln students wearing 100th day hats and working on activities
Group photo of McKinley 1st graders holding 100 day items
Three 1st graders, wearing 100 day hats, play math game
1st grader holds gumball artwork in celebration of 100th day of school
three 1st graders wearing 100th day hats, stand next to 100 stacked cups
poster and balloons at a classroom entrance noting 100th day of school
The Board of Education meeting cancelled due to a snow day on February 13 is RESCHEDULED for Tuesday, February 20 in Cafeteria B at WHS, beginning at 7 p.m. Agenda: https://bit.ly/BOEAgendas2023-2024 Livestream: https://bit.ly/BOELivestream2023-2024
about 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic noting Board meeting on Feb 20