WHS Varsity Indoor Color Guard achieves 2nd place in the Scholastic A class at a recent mid-atlantic competition, with the leadership of captains Ben Wisniewski and Kaitlyn D'Alessandro. Next up, the WInter Guard International Philadelphia Regional on February 24.
All Westfield Public Schools and district offices will be CLOSED on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, due to the impending storm. All afterschool activities are canceled. The Board of Education meeting also is canceled, with announcement of a rescheduled date to come. Please stay safe and warm!
It's National School Resource Officer (SRO) Day. Thank you to Officers Nicholas Calello (WHS), Michael DiBella (RIS), and Ricardo Johnson (EIS) for their dedication to safety, mentorship, and fostering positive relationships in our secondary schools.
Celebrating Lunar New Year traditions at McKinley amidst colorful decorations and activities.
Lottery registration for our popular Summer 2024 Westfield STEM Camp for Grades 3-8 begins today, Monday, February 12 through Friday, February 23. For dates, workshop descriptions, and other important details, visit :https://sites.google.com/westfieldnjk12.org/stemcamp/home
Sixth graders at RIS utilize research, writing, presentation, and public speaking skills during a recent social studies unit on Ancient Egypt.
Mrs. Morris' 1st graders at Wilson worked in groups to research different types of penguins, followed by a Reader's Theater performance of "Tacky the Penguin," a story that reinforces being true to oneself.
In Library Media Science at Lincoln, students are learning about the qualities of Caldecott winning titles and casting a vote for their favorite title!
The Board of Education will hold a regular public meeting on February 13 in Cafeteria B at WHS, beginning at 6 p.m. Agenda: https://bit.ly/BOEAgendas2023-2024 Livestream: https://bit.ly/BOELivestream2023-2024
Congratulations to these Roosevelt Upstanders of the Month!
Redesigning the WHS Student Center in Architecture II class, while learning about commercial building standards, fire egress, ADA accommodations, and much more. In Woods II, students built end tables, utilizing craftsmanship, design, wood joinery techniques, and other skills.
Kudos to the winners of the 11th Annual WHS Dream Team Palooza Contest, whose poster, poetry, or PSA entries depicted the theme: "Be Kind to Your Mind, Live Drug-Free." https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1448559
Lots of recent activities taking place in elementary schools as part of the Great Kindness Challenge. At Franklin, during morning announcements, students explained how to say, "Hello" in their native language or the language of their heritage.
Congratulations to our award-winning Optic Magazine student journalists and adviser Shawn McDonald! https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1448421
A diverse collection of books on display in the WHS library, recognizing current historical and heritage observances and celebrating a world of cultures and experiences. #WPSCelebratesDiversity
Mark your calendars for our Budget Community Engagement sessions. Multiple in-person and virtual opportunities are provided for Westfield voters to learn more about the 2024-2025 school district operating budget and to get their questions answered before going to the polls on Tuesday, April 16. https://sites.google.com/westfieldnjk12.org/wps-april2024budgetvote/community-engagement
Congratulations to our talented student instrumentalists and their instructors, as the students prepare to perform in state and regional ensembles!
https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1445840
A huge thank you to our school counselors who play a pivotal role in fostering a positive learning environment and supporting the academic success, personal growth, and career readiness of our students
Jefferson's recent Multicultural Festival showcased a vibrant blend of 20 different cultures through music, food, clothing, sports, crafts, and more. Over 200 students and their families attended this popular event that fosters understanding and appreciation within the school community. Thank you to the Jefferson PTO and all participants and attendees who supported this great annual tradition.
This month and throughout the school year, we celebrate the achievements and traditions of African Americans and other cultures of the African diaspora.
