Congratulations to WHS 12th grader Ryan Williamson who will perform with the NAfME National Choir in November! https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/826398
The Back-to-School issue of The NEWS Letter is in email inboxes. In case you missed it, it is also posted on the district website under District Information: https://sites.google.com/westfieldnjk12.org/thenewsletter/back-to-school-2022
New students at Jefferson enjoyed a scavenger hunt this week, a fun way to explore and learn about their new school.
Opening Day for staff! Superintendent Dr. Raymond González, Board President Brendan Galligan, and WEA President Kim Dickey were on hand to welcome all back. Great to see everyone eager and ready for the first day of school on September 7. https://youtu.be/LwUoDE1-nAE
Board of Education meeting on Tues, Aug 30 in Cafe B at WHS. Meeting begins at 6p with Board members moving immediately into private session. Public portion of meeting will resume at 7p Agenda: https://bit.ly/BOEAgendas2022-23 Livestream: https://bit.ly/BOELiveStream202223
We are excited for the new school year! Orientation is underway for our incoming 1st graders and other students and their families, transitioning to a new school.
Gearing up for the start of a new school with WHS Marching Band Camp!
WHS Class of 2022 graduate Isabella Lagatta is the recipient of the McKinley Elementary PTO Scholarship, made possible by McKinley parents & PTO fundraising. It is awarded each year to a McKinley alum who continues to live the school's motto to "Grow our Hearts and our Minds."
In its 20th year, the Extended School Year Program helps students strengthen and maintain academic skills for the coming school year. Here's what the engaging program looked like this summer: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/802771
The summer scrubdown is no small undertaking. With great appreciation, here is our Roosevelt custodial crew.
A new K-12 Director of Counseling and generous donations from our community partners were among the highlights at a special Board of Education meeting on July 25. Here's a synopsis: https://bit.ly/SynopsisJuly252022
A productive 3-day leadership retreat, as our administrators gather to share best practices and exchange ideas for the coming school year and beyond, while participating in important training sessions.
At a special meeting on July 25, the Westfield Board of Education approved the appointment of Falynn Balassone as K-12 Director of Counseling to succeed Maureen Mazzarese, who is retiring as of August 31, 2022. Read more: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/790921
Our ELL campers enjoyed learning about animals and their habitats while continuing their English language acquisition. Read more: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/790862
The Board of Education will hold a special meeting at 4p on Monday, July 25 in Cafeteria B at Westfield High School to address personnel, finance & HIB items. Agenda: https://bit.ly/BOEAgendas2022-23 Livestream: https://bit.ly/BOELiveStream202223
Wilson is getting ready for September. Great crew!
Smiling faces and diligence at Franklin and Lincoln. Thank you!
Spotlight on Education - a curated selection of written articles, videos, and photographs - is just one of the many resources on our new website. https://sites.google.com/westfieldnjk12.org/wps-spotlightoneducation/home https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/
Basic circuitry, sublimation, propulsion & solar energy were among the lessons learned during fun, hands-on experimentation at STEM Camp for Grades 6-8.
