The Recess Runners program is a great way to foster fitness and fun. Thank you to our parent and student volunteers. Here are a few snapshots from Franklin.
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Runners on the field
Students pose for the camera with smiles and thumbs up
Two parent volunteers smile for the camera
The Board of Education will meet on Tuesday, October 15 in WHS Cafeteria B, beginning with a private session at 6 p.m., and public session at 7 p.m. Agendas: https://bit.ly/BOEAgendas2024-2025. Live Stream/Recordings: https://bit.ly/BOE-Meetings2024-25
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graphic noting BOE meeting on October 15
As Yom Kippur approaches, we extend our respect to those observing this most solemn day in the Jewish calendar. May this time of reflection, atonement, and renewal bring peace and spiritual growth.
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Yom Kippur graphic
The district is piloting a new initiative at our secondary schools to enhance safety during concerts and performances. Learn more here: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1811965
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Graphic noting important announcement about concert/performance ticketing
Ms. O'Neill's class went on a soil walk, digging deep into the properties of different soil samples found on the Wilson Elementary School property.
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Students with pencils and clipboards on soil walk
Students with pencils and clipboards on soil walk
Students with pencils and clipboards on soil walk
Reminder for the upcoming three-day weekend. Enjoy!
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Graphic noting schools closed on Oct 14
Mismatch Day during the Week of Respect, celebrating what makes each of us unique!
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Tamaques student wearing mismatched clothes for Week of Respect
Tamaques principal wearing mismatched clothes for Week of Respect
Tamaques student wearing mismatched clothes for Week of Respect
Tamaques student wearing mismatched clothes for Week of Respect
The Golden Pass is a great way for Westfield senior residents to see our talented high school students on stage and on the field. Learn more about the program here: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1811820. Please share with your family, friends, and neighbors.
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Photo of the Golden Pass
Reading around the campfire at Washington.
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Students sit in circle, reading around a fake campfire with flashlights.
Students in Mrs. Greczek's class got comfy with their realistic fiction books, diving into stories that reflect real-life experiences. "They took time to make predictions, jot down key ideas, and pose intriguing questions," says Wilson principal Crystal Marsh.
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Student lying on ground, reading, with stuffed animal next to her
Two students seated on floor, reading
Student smiles for camera with book
Students at desks reading
Student reading book at desk
"Morning Meeting" is a great way for our elementary school teachers to work on social-emotional skills, helping students to build relationships and getting the day started off well. Here are 5th graders at Tamaques.
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Teacher and students stand in a circle
Teacher and students stand in a circle, some students have hands raised
Congratulations to our perfect scorers on the June ACT and SAT! https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1809840
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Acting principal poses for picture with two ACT/SAT perfect scorers
Science and STEM learning at Edison, with hands-on lessons on plant biology and roller coaster engineering and design.
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Two students watering plants
Student cutting construction paper
Two students work on construction paper roller coasters
Mandarin III students created a biography, sharing their own story in the third person. At WHS Back- to-School Night, parents were given their children's Chinese names and wrote a collection of short, encouraging messages from a provided list of Chinese phrases.
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Student letters written in Mandarin
Student letters written in Mandarin
Roosevelt students in French class act out a variety of skits to hone their language skills .
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Intermediate students in French class
Always a fun STEM learning experience at McKinley, as 4th graders experiment with various strategies in order to create the tallest tower of cups.
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4th graders work together on a STEM cup stacking project
4th graders work together on a STEM cup stacking project
Three 4th graders work together on a STEM cup stacking project
Three 4th graders work together on a STEM cup stacking project
The Jefferson Jaguars enjoyed last week's annual Walk and Bike to School Day!
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principal and student pose for picture in front of school sign
three students smile for the camera
students hug the jaguar mascot
Three students pose for picture with jaguar mascot
father and daughter pose for picture with jaguar mascot
Lots of meaningful activities planned for the Week of Respect. Here's what it looked like at Franklin's kick-off assembly, focusing on the Six PIllars of Character and the school theme, "Kindness Starts With Me".
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Principal reads a book on stage, with book projected on screen behind him
Student smiles for camera, holding Respect sign
Principal and two students on stage with  screen behind them
Student speak into microphone on stage with "Respect" on screen behind her
Principal points out "think before you speak" and "words matters" points on screen
Our Kindergarten mathematicians demonstrate teamwork skills, working together to put number cards in order.
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Photo collage of kindergartners working on math problem
We hope to see you at "Understanding the HIB Process," an important session for all Westfield Public Schools parents/guardians tomorrow (Tuesday), October 8 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Wilson Elementary School. Please remember to register: https://bit.ly/HIB-Session-Oct8-RSVP
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Graphic noting parent session on understanding the HIB process