Edison and Roosevelt students and staff recently took part in a "No Place for Hate" signing, pledging to speak out against hate and prejudice while collectively agreeing to work to create a school environment where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
about 2 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Edison student signs No Place for Hate pledge at her desk
No Place for Hate pledge on screen at front of classroom
Edison teacher discusses No Place for Hate pledge with students sitting at desks
No Place for Hate poster with signatures hangs on Roosevelt hallway wall
Our elementary students and staff love the annual holiday visits from Edison and Roosevelt student musicians and their instructors. So festive and fun!
about 2 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Members of the Edison orchestra,  including one dressed in Santa suit, play their cellos.
Two members of the Roosevelt jazz band play brass instruments while wearing holiday hats.
Roosevelt chorus sings while a violinist accompanies them
Edison orchestra wearing Santa hats
Second graders at Franklin made book recommendations for everyone to enjoy this winter while third graders wrote step-by-step instructions for making s'mores as part of their non-fiction unit.
about 2 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Grade 1 writing assignment with book recommendations
Grade 1 writing assignment with book recommendations
Grade 3 writing assignment at Franklin, with step by step instructions on making a S'more
Grade 3 writing assignment at Franklin, with step by step instructions on making a S'more
Members of Roosevelt's "One Student Body" Club meet after school with advisor James Lane to create additional country flags for an existing cafeteria display of all of the nations representing the heritages of students and staff. Such diversity!
about 2 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Photo collage of members of the RIS One Student Body Club working on country flags
Display of flags on cafeteria wall
Early dismissal on Friday, December 23. Wishing all a restful Winter Break. Look forward to welcoming back students and staff on Monday, January 2.
about 2 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic with row of houses announcing Winter Break schedule
The WHS DREAM Team host their annual Hot Chocolate Holiday, with students enjoying some sweet treats while reading messages that reinforce healthy choices.
about 2 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Members of the WHS Dream Team pose for a picture as they host a Hot Chocolate Holiday
25 WHS student musicians were selected to perform with Central Jersey Region II choral and band ensembles. Congrats to all! https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/946536
about 2 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
4 WHS student musicians pose for picture after being selected to perform with Region II band.
Mr. Borchin's third grade scientists at Wilson have been busy applying science and engineering principles to build cars, test them, reflect on their data, and revise their designs.
about 2 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Wilson 3rd graders working together on floor designing and testing cars
Three Wilson 3rd graders on floor with science project of designing and testing cars
Wilson 3rd grade teacher with students who are working in hallway on car design and test science project
In a recent physical education unit of study, Kindergarten students used scooters as they worked in partnerships while utilizing gross motor movements and coordination to propel themselves across the Multipurpose Room floor. Scooter tag was a huge hit!
about 2 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Kindergartner kneels on scooter, using hands to propel herself
Kindergartner lays on scooter and uses hands and feet to propel herself
Group of kindergartners kneeling on scooters
The Washington School community enjoyed a recent Skate Night at the Westfield Rink. Thank you to the Washington PTO for organizing this fun event!
about 2 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Two Washington students enjoy a snack during Skate Night
Jefferson 1st graders investigate sound and light during science. Students work cooperatively in small groups to discuss and share their learning.
about 2 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Jefferson 1st graders raise their hands and smile for the camera
Jefferson 1st graders sit at desks and work collaboratively on science project
Two Jefferson 1st graders working on science project
Tamaques students learn how to compare and contrast in Ms. Halloran’s class.
about 2 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Two Tamaques students write at desks
Venn Diagram showing compare and contrast activity
Announcing our new app for mobile phones for the Westfield Public School District! Stay up-to-date with access to events, school news, student stories, and more. Learn how to download the app for free and customize it. https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/943809
about 2 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic showing new mobile app
We greatly appreciate the community support of the Westfield High School Chorus program in raising funds to refurbish its 100-year-old Steinway grand piano. Join us on December 22 at the annual winter choral concert to see and hear its unveiling.
about 2 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Three WHS choral students pose with newly refurbished Steinway
Choral Director John B plays newly refurbished Steinway piano
The Jefferson Early Act Club continues to help others, with Winter Wishes unwrapped gifts for pediatric patients at Goryeb Children’s Hospital and a coat drive with all donated coats to be dropped off to the Westfield Police Department for NJ Cares program on January 6.
about 2 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Boxes of donated coats
Jefferson student holds gift donation
Boxes of donated gifts
Computer Science Education Week was Dec 6-12. Our students participated in the Hour of Code, an introduction to computer science that uses fun tutorials to show that anybody can learn the basics. Here's what it looked like at Franklin with librarian Mrs. Kennedy.
about 2 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Franklin students participate in Hour of Code actvities
Two Franklin students at laptops
Franklin students with laptops and headsets
A performance by Diavoli Blu, recognition of student-athletes for their tremendous fall seasons, a resolution of appreciation for outgoing BA Dana Sullivan, Board goals, and much more took place at the Dec 13 meeting of the Board of Education. https://bit.ly/BOESynopsisDec132022
about 2 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic showing photos of WHS string quartet performing at Board meeting
Graphic showing WHS teams with certificates at Board meeting
Graphic showing photo of BA with superintendent and Board president
'Tis the season for holiday concerts. Always a favorite time of year. Our talented students are in fine form under the direction of our equally talented musical directors / instructors.
about 2 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Music teacher plays the piano as elementary students at Tamaques sing during holiday concert
WHS Orchestra Director Craig Stanton conducts students during holiday concert
Elementary band director conducts McKinley band concert
Winter concert program
Congratulations to our perfect scorers on recent ACT-SAT subject area tests! https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/937488
about 2 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Principal Mary Asfendis poses with four of five WHS students who earned perfect scores on recent ACT-SAT subject area tests.
Online registration for kindergarten and Grade 1 is open for the 2023-2024 school year. Please share with your Westfield friends and neighbors. https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/936303
about 2 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic stating online registration open for Kindergarten and Grade 1  for 2023-2024