WPS has received national recognition for its arts advocacy, in partnership with the Westfield community! https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1997807
5 months ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic noting arts advocacy award
An online lottery registration for our popular summer STEM Camp opens at 8 a.m. on February 3. Learn more, including how to register: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1997192
5 months ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic noting STEM Camp details
Mr. Samarco's students at Wilson dove into the exciting world of chemical reactions by simulating volcanic eruptions in their classroom.
5 months ago, Westfield Public Schools
Student doing science lesson
Student doing science lesson
Student doing science lesson
Student doing science lesson
Kindergartners introduced to relay races. "This fun activity is more than just a race," says Lincoln principal Dr. Tiffany Jacobson. "It’s a fantastic way for our young learners to practice gross motor skills, improve their coordination, and experience the power of teamwork."
5 months ago, Westfield Public Schools
Photo collage of kindergartners enjoying relay races.
Happy Lunar New Year! Today, we join in celebrating this special time that marks new beginnings and honors traditions across many cultures. Wishing our community happiness, health, and prosperity in the Year of the Snake! #WPSCelebratesDiversity #YearOfTheSnake
5 months ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic noting Lunar New Year
In the winter edition of School Leader Magazine, Dr. González writes about the district's use of data to create equitable environments for students in the Westfield Public Schools. Check out his article on page 10. https://adobe.ly/42tPuYF
5 months ago, Westfield Public Schools
screenshot of magazine article
Congratulations to McKinley 4th grader Aliyah , selected as a winner of the "Student Ideas for a Better America" competition by the National Museum of Education. She submitted her idea as a 3rd grader... a deep subterranean thermoelectric generator she calls the "E-zap Box."
5 months ago, Westfield Public Schools
Photo of student holding certificate
We encourage you to visit the bond referendum and budget vote portal on the district and school websites, now updated with additional pages, including Long Term Solutions, How to Vote, Full Day Kindergarten, and 2025-2026 Operating Budget. http://westfieldnjk12.org/vote
5 months ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic noting update to bond + budget portal
Congratulations to all recognized by the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Association for their creative submissions in the annual essay / poetry / art contest. https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1988036
5 months ago, Westfield Public Schools
Group photo of MLK contest winners
Today, on International Holocaust Remembrance Day, we remember the six million Jews and countless others who died in the Holocaust. Let’s honor their memory throughout the year by rejecting hatred and embracing respect for all. #WPSCelebratesDiversity #NeverAgain
5 months ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic noting International Holocaust Remembrance Day
The Golden Pass Program expands to include intermediate school performances! The program provides Westfield residents 65+ free entrance to many of our athletic events and secondary school performances. Read more and spread the word! https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1986324
5 months ago, Westfield Public Schools
Golden Pass
Still time to register for K-8 STEAM Night on February 5 from 6:30-8:30p at Edison. Lots of great hands-on learning planned -- some listed on the flyer, with others to come. https://sites.google.com/westfieldnjk12.org/wps-ptc-ptso/ptc-gifted-education
5 months ago, Westfield Public Schools
Flyer with details of K-8 STEAM Night
Local artist Ricardo Roig explained his unique "Hand Cut Print" technique, while sharing his creative process and passion with WHS art students. Thank you to the Westfield Coalition for the Arts for sponsoring this inspiring workshop.
5 months ago, Westfield Public Schools
Local artist speaks to high school art class
To select their top 3 choices for an upcoming memoir book club, Roosevelt 7th graders in Ms. Burke's ELA class participated in a "book tasting, complete with tablecloths, French music, and candlelit ambiance," says principal Brian Gechtman.
5 months ago, Westfield Public Schools
Four students smile for camera during "book tasting"
Four students read books and write  during "book tasting"
Reading, writing, and arithmetic at Washington!
5 months ago, Westfield Public Schools
Student reading
Student reading
Two students writing on white boards
Student smiles for camera in front of math problem on board
Edison students played a trivia game with Student Assistance Coordinator (SAC) Ms. Wilson, displaying their ability to make healthy choices and take positive action when faced with difficult decisions in their everyday lives.
5 months ago, Westfield Public Schools
Student assistant counselor (SAC) with student
Two students participate in a healthy choices game
Student assistant counselor (SAC) with student
Jefferson 1st graders recently used watercolors for the first time to beautify their cityscape drawings. What fun!
5 months ago, Westfield Public Schools
students work with watercolors
student  work with watercolors
students work with watercolors
students work with watercolors
McKinley 4th graders in Ms. Zales and Ms. Barna's class concluded a persuasive writing unit, creating posters to encourage adoption of pups at Wise Animal Rescue.
5 months ago, Westfield Public Schools
4th  graders create posters for an animal rescue organization
animal rescue poster created by 4th graders
4th  grader creates posters for an animal rescue organization
animal rescue poster created by 4th graders
4th  graders create posters for an animal rescue organization
animal rescue poster created by 4th graders
4th  graders create posters for an animal rescue organization
animal rescue poster created by 4th graders
4th  graders create posters for an animal rescue organization
4th  graders create posters for an animal rescue organization
Our students love when families share their cultures and traditions. Franklin 2nd grader Anya and her parents introduced a book and a craft in Mrs. Vaglio's class, in celebration of Muslim Heritage Month .
5 months ago, Westfield Public Schools
Parent reads a book to class
Mother, father, and daughter pose for picture, holding class craft
wide shot of parent reading book as family and class looks on
Mother & father work with students on craft
Save the Date for a unique picture book experience on Monday, February 10, beginning at 6 p.m. at Edison Intermediate School. Wild Symphony is described as "a magical blend of storytelling, music, and visual art." Free tickets at https://wpsvpa.booktix.com/departments.
5 months ago, Westfield Public Schools
Wild Symphony poster