New Jersey Watershed Ambassadors brought a field lab into Dr. Terra and Mrs. McLoughlin's AP Environmental Science classes. These studies, like the data collected during a Sandy Hook field trip, help anchor core course concepts.
The Day of the Dead, or Dia de los Muertos, is a cherished Mexican holiday to honor loved ones who have died. Edison and Roosevelt students, along with intermediate Spanish and art teachers, created visual stunning displays while learning about Mexican culture and traditions.
The WHS Theatre Department is proud to present "Antigone" on November 16, 17, and 18. Tickets may be purchased online only at https://whstd.booktix.net/. Read full story here: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1325194
As Diwali approaches on November 12, elementary music teacher Kirsten Meyer shares her passion for music and dance with Jefferson students, teaching them a song and dance to celebrate the upcoming "Festival of Lights".
The WHS Marching Blue Devils wrapped up their 2023 season with impressive weekend performances. Read more: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1320033
Mark your calendars!
Don't miss the Edison Intermediate School Theater Guild production of "Puffs, or Seven Increasingly Uneventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic" @ 4p on Thurs, Nov 2 and @ 7p on Fri and Sat, Nov 3 and 4. Visit https://eis.booktix.net to purchase tickets.
Wilson students in Ms. O'Neill's class are learning about hydroponics. They used soda bottles to plant lettuce without soil. This week, they continued to make observations in their journals on how these plants are growing.
Our students love STEAM challenges! Here's a snapshot of recent activities at McKinley.
Lincoln students know that reading is making sense of the words in a book. When they reach a part of the book that is especially exciting, they mark it with a WOW sticker and share it with their reading partner.
Created by the intermediate school counseling team, monthly "advisory" lessons are a great way for students in Grades 6-8 to share personal feelings and stories during homeroom , as well as how they receive support and help during difficult times.
The chemistry algorithm called a "mole" is a basic measuring unit in Chemistry. Chemistry enthusiasts celebrate Mole Day on October 23 and WHS students joined in, with a variety of class activities.
Still time to catch a wonderful performance by the Roosevelt cast and crew of "A Midsummer Night's Dream" tonight (10/27) and tomorrow (10/28) at 7 p.m. All tickets are $10; no sales at the door. Tickets at https://ris.booktix.net/ Don't miss it!
We are honored to be recognized by #NJSPRA in their statewide School Communications Contest. The district received two 3rd place awards for our Budget Vote Website Portal and Budget Snapshot Infographic, leading up to last April's approval of the 2023-2024 operating budget.
McKinley's Family Reading Night is always a favorite, thanks to teachers and paraprofessionals who led destination-themed reading rooms, the McKinley PTO for organizing the Book Fair to support a love of reading, and WEA PRIDE for funding this fun-filled storytelling event.
Who knew that learning balance, postural control, muscle strengthening, coordination, jumping skills, motor planning, endurance, sensory input, and aerobic fitness at Washington could be so much fun?
We value visual and performing arts in our schools which are so essential to the overall learning experience. Enjoy these snapshots from Tamaques.
Great weather and lots of fall fun at Jefferson's recent Back-to-School Fall Picnic. Special thanks to the Jefferson PTO!
Lots of cooperative learning taking place in Ms. Ferreira's 6th grade Ancient World class at Edison, as students worked together on an early humans project, using multiple mediums including posters and songs.
Jefferson 1st graders are hard at work learning counting strategies using number lines, grids, and counters, and drawing pictures. They are building their reading stamina, writing pattern books, and practicing the proper formation of lowercase letters.
