Some of Wilson's first and fifth grade buddies met up to work on a collaborative project where they decide how to disguise their turkeys so they make it through Thanksgiving. We look forward to seeing their finished products.
The Westfield Board of Education is seeking an applicant who is interested in serving on the Board from January 1, 2023 through April 24, 2023 to fill the vacancy resulting from the resignation of Board member Amy Root. Details here: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/916168
Wilson fifth grade scientists traveled to the Buehler Challenger and Science Center. While there, students worked in teams to conduct investigations and apply principles of math and science to successfully complete their missions.
The Edison Field Project, key administration appointments, and a warm welcome for our new student Board representative were among the topics at the November 15 BOE meeting. Read more in this synopsis:
https://bit.ly/BOESynopsisNov152022
Our first grade scientists had an assembly with meteorologist John Marshall. They learned about weather tools, types of clouds, and extreme weather events to complement what they are studying. They even had a chance to deliver weather forecasts using green-screen technology.
Please click Agenda link for info on Strategic Planning Council / Special Board meeting on 11/14 in Edison cafeteria and regular public Board meeting on Tues, 11/15 in Cafe B at WHS. Agenda: https://bit.ly/BOEAgendas2022-23 Livestream: https://bit.ly/BOELiveStream202223
Please take note of early dismissals and schools closed during the week of November 7-11.
Wilson students made diyas, rangolis, and read books to learn about Diwali, the Festival of Lights.
Every Wilson student received a pumpkin to decorate for our annual Pumpkin Patch. Here are a few samples of our students' creativity.
Welcome to former Westfield Police Captain Frank Padovano, who has been appointed School Safety and Security Specialist for the Westfield Public School District. https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/891833
Strategic Planning Stakeholder Session for Parents and Community Members on Wednesday, November 2 from 7-9p. Hope to see you there!
In Mrs. Collins' art class, Wilson students learned about empathy, kindness, respect, and the growth mindset as they read "I am Human" by Susan Verde. Students and staff created self-portraits in the style of Peter H. Reynolds that came together in a mural to represent our wonderful Wilson School community.
The Board of Education approved Patricia Ramos to succeed Dana Sullivan as Business Administrator, effective January 1, 2023. Read more: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/880230
The Wilson community "stepped out" for National Walk or Bike Your Child to School Day sponsored by the PTC and the BRAKES group of Westfield.
Please join us for tonight's Board of Education in Cafeteria B at WHS. Meeting begins @ 6p with members moving immediately into private session. Public session resumes @ 7p. Agenda: https://bit.ly/BOEAgendas2022-23 Livestream: https://bit.ly/BOELiveStream202223
Students in Ms. Guerra's class conducted a reaction time investigation during science. The typical human reaction time is about 1/4 second. Do you think you could catch a dollar bill between your thumb and pointer finger? Think fast!
Wilson first, second, and third grade students had a Fire Safety and Prevention assembly with members of the Westfield Fire Department. Please take the time to develop a Family Fire Escape Plan. You can visit the Westfield Fire Department's website for more fire safety tips.
A full day of professional learning taking place during today's in-service for staff.
Respect is a Wilson School pillar of character each and every day. During the first week of October, our students take a little extra time to discuss what it means to be respectful at school, at home, and in our communities. This week in libary, students read the text "Tomorrow I'll Be Kind" and created bookmarks to spread the kindness to their peers when they check out books.
