Hands-on math exploration using Base Ten Blocks and meter sticks to learn about tenths and hundredths of a meter in Beth Billing's 4th grade class at Franklin.
over 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Two 4th graders sitting crossed legged on the floor working meter measuring stick
Two 4th graders working together on floor with meter measuring stick and math sticks
Two 4th graders sitting crossed legged on floor working with math materials and meter measuring stick
Two 4th graders working together on floor with meter measuring stick and math materials
This Thursday Table Talk during lunch periods at WHS focused on National Impaired Driving Prevention Month, with our Student Assistance Coordinators (SACs) sharing important information and students trying out "Fatal Vision" goggles to experience the impact of impairment.
over 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Student tries to walk a straight line, wearing VR goggles
Student reads Impaired Driving Facts while counselor looks on
Counselor looks over table with Impaired Driving facts and other artifacts
Counselor speaks to gathered students about impaired driving
Group of students look on as one student tries walking in straight line, wearing VR goggles
Trifold board with impaired driving facts
The Board of Education will hold a regular public meeting on Tuesday, December 19 in Cafeteria B at WHS, beginning at 7 p.m. Agenda: https://bit.ly/BOEAgendas2023-2024 Livestream: https://bit.ly/BOELivestream2023-2024
over 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic noting BOE Meeting on Dec 19
Using a timed carousel of task cards, students in Mrs. Ferreira's 6th grade social studies class at Edison used the acronym GRAPES (Geography, Religion, Achievements, Politics, Economy, Social Structure) to identify and categorize historical facts about ancient civilizations.
over 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Two EIS 6th graders work together on social studies research project
EIS 6th graders work around the room, collecting information for social studies research project
Congratulations to these talented student musicians and their instructors! https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1380136
over 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Five WHS band members pose for a picture
"Shredding Stress" at Roosevelt where students recently participated in healthy coping strategies to manage stress and anxiety. Student Assistance Coordinator Christine Trottere assembled a table of stress balls, fidget toys, kinetic sand, bubbles, along with a paper shredder!
over 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Student uses paper shredder as counselor looks on
Lots of evident talent and dedication in our holiday concert rehearsals and performances.
over 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Franklin vocal director Brent Geyer directs Grade 5 Chorus, all dressed in green t-shirts
Four 5th graders play flute
Washington Grade 5 band members perform for schoolmates
WHS Band rehearses on stage
Our school community is committed to year round community service and charitable giving. The Franklin Grade 5 Student Council's Caring and Sharing Committee recently conducted a schoolwide gift drive to brighten the holidays for children with cancer and related blood disorders.
over 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Members of the Gr 5 Caring and Sharing Committee pose for a picture as they load a car full of gifts for a local charity.
Members of the Gr 5 Caring and Sharing Committee pose for a picture as they load a car full of gifts for a local charity.
Writing realistic fiction in 4th grade at Jefferson, a meticulous process that includes brainstorming, planning, drafting, revising/editing and publishing.
over 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
4th grader works on writing at desk
Two 4th graders smile for camera as they sit in hallway collaborating on writing project
4th grades work on writing at their desks
Two 4th graders smile for camera as they sit in hallway collaborating on writing project
Jefferson 2nd graders have been working on their personal narratives. This lesson focused on planning a strong beginning, middle, and end to their narrative.
over 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Jefferson 2nd graders work on personal narratives at desk
One 2nd grader stands at front of room in front of screen, as her classmates listen, seated on the floor.
Jefferson 2nd graders sit in pairs, discussing personal narratives
McKinley 2nd graders are observing mealworm larvae and pupae.
over 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Three McKinley 2nd graders studying pupae and larva.
Learning about water density in 3rd grade science at Tamaques.
over 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Two 3rd graders writing on white board
Student writes on white board while classmates sit at desk with hands raised.
Our holiday concerts are showcasing sounds of the season, with more concerts scheduled this week. Congratulations to our talented students and instructors.
over 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Jefferson Gr 5 Band on stage performing
RIS Orchestra performs on stage
McKinley Gr 4 chorus sings, accompanied by instructor on piano
Celebrating a Hanukkah tradition with the dreidel game in Ms. Zale's 4th grade class at McKinley.
over 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Two 4th graders play the dreidel game
Four 4th graders smile for the camera as they play the dreidel game
Three 4th graders smile for the camera as they play the dreidel game
Classes at Washington have been enjoying weekly visits from two therapy dogs. These 3rd graders were delighted to meet Maggie.
over 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Delighted group of 3rd graders on floor petting a therapy dog
Don't miss tonight's Parent Academy. We hope to see you there!
over 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Infographic re Parent Academy
Our elementary students enjoy their visits to the school library. Here are a couple of snapshots from Jefferson and McKinley where recent topics included coding and digital citizenship.
over 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Two 3rd graders work on  coding handout.
4th graders enjoy book projected on screen during library.
Tamaques 5th graders participate in a "conversation starter" activity to strengthen communication skills and foster connections and friendships. Special thanks to Tamaques school counselor Janice Dawer.
over 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Tamaques 5th graders smile for the camera, while sitting on the floor and sharing conversation starters with each other, school principal, and school counselor.
5th graders sitting in groups on the floor, sharing conversation starters
Group of 5th grade girls smile for the camera, while sitting on floor and sharing conversation starters.
Multilingual learners in Mrs. Vasconez's classes at WHS interviewed teachers and administrators, preparing a questionnaire and asking participants about their favorite holiday and their experiences around it.
over 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Multilingual students interview teachers and administration as part of a lesson to increase English acquisition
Multilingual students interview teachers and administration as part of a lesson to increase English acquisition
Multilingual students interview teachers and administration as part of a lesson to increase English acquisition
Is it longer or shorter? Lincoln students use cube towers to measure and make comparisons.
over 1 year ago, Westfield Public Schools
Two kindergartners at desk use glue sticks and colorful paper as part of math lesson
Tight shot of student hand with glue stick and math sheet designing Shorter or Longer
Kindergartner with unicorn hat works on math problem