Olivia Berger, Liam Concannon, Gianna Puglisi, and Henry Seigerman are recipients of the "Lift While You Climb” Award for Spring 2023, in honor of the late Dr. Derrick Nelson. Teachers nominate students whose character reflects that of the beloved former WHS principal.
Wilson writers in Ms. Guerra's class choose an animal from the Endangered Species List to research. They use graphic organizers to take notes before presenting their findings with their peers.
Congratulations to newly elected Board President Sonal Patel and Board VP Robert Benacchio and to Board members Kent Diamond, Brendan Galligan, and Charles Gelinas, sworn in to 3-year terms.
Congratulations to Dr. Matthew Bolton, appointed Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum, Instruction and Programs, effective July 1! https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1110419
McKinley 2nd graders learn about the parts of a flower by dissecting tulips, supplied by the McKinley PTO.
Students in Mrs. Meade's Journalism class at Edison work collaboratively on composing the narrative for a documentary project.
It's Spring Concert Season! Lots of hard work goes into preparing for these daytime and evening performances. Here's what it looked like at McKinley as the Grade 4 Band and Orchestra played for their schoolmates, under the skillful direction of Ms. Fatsis and Mr. Staluppi
Members of Wilson's 5th chorus, under the direction of Mrs. Webber, recently performed the National Anthem at a Somerset Patriots game.
Members of the WHS Future Educators Club visit Jefferson Elementary School to learn about being an educator, assisting in many different classrooms.
Lincoln students are learning about seeds and plants. "It's never too early to 'grow' a green thumb," says principal Dr. Tiffany Jacobson.
Board meeting on Tues, 5/9 in WHS Cafe B. New Board members sworn in & Pres/VP elected at 6p; Board then moves into private session. Public portion resumes 7p with student/staff recognition. Agenda: https://bit.ly/BOEAgendas2022-23. Livestream: https://bit.ly/BOELiveStream202223
Congratulations to this year's recipients of the WHS Staff Awards. Stay tuned for more!
Annual volleyball matchup as Washington and Wilson raise $3814.25 for the Childhood Leukemia Foundation. Special thanks to organizers Matthew Borchin, Elisa and John Borja , Kerri Ponzio, and all who attended and supported this fun event for a good cause.
Our schools and PTOs continue to recognize the many cultural traditions of our school community. Franklin's well-attended Multicultural Night offered informative booths with clothing, artifacts, games and delicious food.
Spring National Letters of Intent! Congratulations to our student-athletes! https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1101435
Congratulations to Mrs. Morris and Mr. Jesse, this year's recipients of the Rotary Club of Westfield's Philhower and Steengrafe Awards. Full story: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1098510
WHS No Place for Hate Committee members visit 5th graders at our elementary schools to share the work that NPFH does at our secondary schools. Activities included a discussion of the meaning of hate, a poem analysis, a NPFH pledge signing, and how to join NPFH in 6th grade.
The April issue of The NEWS Letter includes an update on unused snow days, an overview of the Next Generation Science Standards, community news, and much more! https://sites.google.com/westfieldnjk12.org/thenewsletter/the-news-letter/april-2023
Westfield Public Schools has again been named one of the "Best Communities for Music Education." At the same time, the WHS Concert Choir and Chorale recently placed highly in adjudicated performances at a Washington, D.C. festival. https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1095327
