Jefferson 5th graders honored the incredible people in their lives at the “My Hero – My Inspiration” event! 💙 Through essays, poetry, and creative projects, they shared heartfelt tributes to those who have made a positive impact, then proudly showed their guests around.
This month celebrates the vibrant traditions, languages, and achievements of Caribbean Americans. We honor the diversity of the Caribbean diaspora and the many ways Caribbean Americans have enriched our nation's history, culture, and communities. #WPSCelebratesDiversity
WHS environmental science students made their annual visit to Tamaques Park to study water quality and invasive species with help from the Westfield Green Team and other local partners. Thank you to teacher Jeff Robbins and the WHS science team for this hands-on learning!
Dr. González and WHS Acting Principal Bill Loughran attended the 40th Annual Union County Outstanding Scholars Breakfast to celebrate this year's recipients, Ethan Selvers and Carson Donnelly. Well done, Ethan and Carson!
WHS 9th graders recently experienced the powerful “Hate Ends Now” exhibit, stepping inside a replica WWII-era cattle car to learn about the Holocaust and the dangers of hate. Thank you to all who made it possible. Read more: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/2229859
🎶 A spring tradition we love! Mr. Geyer leads Franklin 5th graders in song at the Somerset Patriots game each year—and they always sound amazing! 🌟
Our 4th and 5th Grade Wax Museums always bring history to life! Here's a glimpse at McKinley, where students wowed visitors with creative costumes, memorized speeches, and informative displays as they embodied famous figures. A fun and engaging celebration of learning!
More prestigious recognition of our WHS Choirs and our performing arts districtwide. Well done! https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/2229419
Hi's Eye Sports has lots of excellent articles by our student sports journalists about our equally talented student athletic teams! https://hiseyesports.org/
Schools will be closed from May 23 -28, in observance of Memorial Day and due to unused snow days. This Memorial Day, we remember and honor the brave service members who gave their lives for our country. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten. #MemorialDay #HonorAndRemember
Washington marked Allergy Awareness Week with allergy-specific AM announcements, grade-level lessons (including a 5th grade session by Washington alum, now at WHS), special kits for celiac awareness, and a Teal Courtyard Party to further raise awareness!
The District Art Show is almost here ! Tuesday-Wednesday, June 3 -4 from 3- 7:30p each day in WHS Gym 5 area. Enter through Door D1 on Trinity Place. Free tickets are required for entry — scan QR code or click link to reserve yours! https://wpsvpa.booktix.com/dept/WHS/e/DAS
🎉 ¡Felicidades! Félicitations! 祝贺! Congratulazioni to our World Language Honor Society inductees! 🌍 Full story: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/2222126
Next regular public meeting of the Board of Education is Tuesday, May 20 in WHS Cafeteria B. Public portion BEGINS AT 6P, with recognition of staff awards of excellence. Agendas: https://bit.ly/BOEAgendas2024-2025. Live Stream/Recordings: https://bit.ly/BOE-Meetings2024-25
For the 8th year in a row, Westfield Public Schools has been named one of the Best Communities for Music Education!
Don't miss Arts on the Lawn at WHS, this Saturday, May 17 from 11a-3p. Should the weather not cooperate, this lively event will move indoors to Cafeteria B. Hope to see you there!
🎉 Congratulations to our scholar-athletes for 2024-2025! 🏆
🏅 UNICO Scholarship: Enzo Ferrero and Olivia Thornton
📚 NJSIAA Scholar-Athlete: Caterina Carayannopoulos
🥇 Union County Scholar Athlete: Anna Kylish and Owen Waibel
Well done! 👏
Kudos to the WHS Youth and Government Club for its group and individual honors at the 81st Annual NJ YAG Conference! https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/2208694
🎉 More congratulations are in order! WHS teachers Kimberly Gosen-Fowler, Rudy Scipioni, Paula Parada, and Jeffrey Robbins have been recognized for excellence in education. 🌟 https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/2203842
Edison Spanish teacher Jillian Martinez and Roosevelt science teacher Melissa Fahy are this year's recipients of the Optimist Club's Intermediate School Outstanding Teacher Award 🏆. Congratulations! 🎉 https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/2199849
