Restroom renovations are proposed to update plumbing and electrical systems and improve accessibility. Bond funding, with the help of state debt service aid, makes it possible to address these capital improvements in a timely manner. westfieldnjk12.org/vote
Our schools have served generations of students, but they are showing their age. Learn more about how the bond referendum proposes important upgrades. westfieldnjk12.org/vote
Westfield schools face an increased need for small-group instruction to help students advance academically. Learn how our bond proposals aim to meet these needs and create space for Full Day Kindergarten in this short video. https://youtu.be/OGB4HpmqXL0?si=NeW0fKkDrejh9CtX
As part of our school-wide Community Service Week, some classes chose to clean up outdoor spaces! 🌎✨ Little hands made a big impact! Specials thanks to our parent volunteers!
Officer Barham visited our Pre-K class for Community Service Week, sharing how police keep us safe! 👮♂️💙 Our little learners showed their appreciation by making thank-you cards for community helpers.
Stay in the know! 📨 Dr. G’s weekly Budget + Bond updates are packed with key details ahead of the April 15 vote. Check your email inbox or visit the NEWS section on our website: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/2106929 https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/2106902
🎥 Want to understand the details behind our April 15 Bond Referendum? Our video series breaks down the key projects, funding plans, and the process, making it easy for you to stay informed! Watch now and get the full picture: https://bit.ly/Bond-Referendum-Videos
Lots of in-person and remote opportunities through April 8 to learn about the Budget and Bond Referendum! https://bit.ly/WPS-BudgetBond-Engagement
Our kindergarten students are hard at work using their magnetic tile boards to build words with digraphs! From ch in “chip” to sh in “shop,” these young learners are mastering letter combinations that make reading and writing even more fun. Hands-on learning like this helps reinforce phonics skills in an engaging and interactive way.
🫧🔬Our Pre-K scientists had a blast experimenting with different tools and materials to discover the secret to making the BIGGEST bubbles! From droppers to tongue depressors, they explored how shape, size, and technique affect their bubbles. Through hands-on play, they learned about cause and effect, surface tension, and problem-solving—all while having so much fun!
Ms. Montes's kindergarteners had a special visit from their middle school buddies! The older students joined the class for storytime, games, and lots of smiles. These connections help build confidence, leadership, and a strong sense of community across grade levels. We love seeing our students learn and grow together!
🚀 This week in Kindergarten Enrichment, our young engineers put their creativity and teamwork to the test! Using the engineering design process, students worked in pairs to plan, design, and build an original artifact using 100 Lego blocks. From towering structures to imaginative creations, they embraced problem-solving and collaboration every step of the way. 🌟
Kindergarten students explored the addition symbol and what it means to add! Students took turns rolling a dice, adding that many cubes to their growing number line. With each roll, they watched the group of cubes grow all the way to 20!
This hands-on activity helped our little learners visualize addition in a fun and engaging way. Math is more than numbers—it’s about seeing how things grow and change when we add! 🌟
🦷✨ Today, our students had a special visit from a local dentist! They learned all about dental hygiene, the best foods for strong, healthy teeth, and the importance of brushing and flossing. Some students even got to dress up as a giant set of teeth—talk about a big smile! 😁 A huge thank you to Dr. Aimee and her team from Oceans Pediatric Dentistry for making dental care fun and engaging!
Our kindergarten students are hard at work in Writer’s Workshop, using their creativity to bring their ideas to life! From drawing detailed pictures to stretching out sounds in words, these young writers are building confidence and developing a love for storytelling. 📝✏️
Students in the Wrap Program have been diving into interdisciplinary learning all about winter! They explored how cold weather affects people and animals, discovered winter ecosystems, and got creative with fine motor crafts. Imaginative play brought their learning to life as they pretended to go ice fishing!
Through hands-on experiences, our young learners made connections across science, art, and play—turning winter into a season of discovery! ❄️✨
✨📚 Kindergarten students had an incredible time during an interactive read-aloud of Kai and the Electric Slide by Kelly J. Baptist! This beautifully written and illustrated story celebrates confidence, perseverance, and the joy of dance—perfect for Black History Month!
Reading diverse stories helps us celebrate, learn, and grow together!
🎨❤️ Our kindergarten artists were inspired by the vibrant work of John Uphues! Using their knowledge of colors, symmetry, and hearts, they created their own unique and colorful masterpieces. This creative project was a wonderful way to celebrate Valentine’s Day while exploring the mechanics of fine arts. Great job, young artists! 🎨✨
Dating back to 1885, George Washington’s birthday was the first federal holiday honoring an individual’s birth date. In 1971, it moved to the third Monday in February, falling between Washington and Abraham Lincoln’s birthdays, inspiring the name Presidents Day. #PresidentsDay
REMINDER: The deadline to submit completed petitions for candidacy in April 15, 2025 School Board Election is 4p on Tues, Feb 25. Nominating petition updated to reflect new legislation requiring 25 signatures. https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/page/boardelectionapril2025
