If you haven't already, check out the district's new mobile app for quick and easy access to school news and events, student stories, the website, and more. Instructions on how to download here:
https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/943809
January is School Board Recognition Month! Remember to thank our dedicated Board members for their service.
Mrs. Pisano's class at Jefferson celebrated the winter holidays with personalized “compliment presents” to spread kindness and cheer. Each student wrote 6 notes on the paper "presents" and also received 6 from their peers. This activity helps promote positive classroom community.
6th graders in Mrs. Morrison and Ms. Miller's math class use technology and math skills to simplify variable expressions, recording their answers according to specific directions. For each correct answer, an image appears on the screen, with a completed image by activity's end.
Lincoln students have delighted in the many winter-themed lessons and are making great connections to their experiences outside of school.
Under the direction of parent volunteers, Tamaques 3rd graders in Mrs. Bartlett's class wrapped gifts before the holidays to be distributed to students across New Jersey by unitysme.com.
Jefferson 1st and 2nd grade buddy classes teamed up to create sock snowpersons, following step-by-step directions using a sock, rice, rubber bands, and other colorful items.
McKinley 1st graders entertained schoolmates and family members at a recent winter holiday singalong.
Edison and Roosevelt students and staff recently took part in a "No Place for Hate" signing, pledging to speak out against hate and prejudice while collectively agreeing to work to create a school environment where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
Second graders at Franklin made book recommendations for everyone to enjoy this winter while third graders wrote step-by-step instructions for making s'mores as part of their non-fiction unit.
Our elementary students and staff love the annual holiday visits from Edison and Roosevelt student musicians and their instructors. So festive and fun!
Members of Roosevelt's "One Student Body" Club meet after school with advisor James Lane to create additional country flags for an existing cafeteria display of all of the nations representing the heritages of students and staff. Such diversity!
Early dismissal on Friday, December 23. Wishing all a restful Winter Break. Look forward to welcoming back students and staff on Monday, January 2.
25 WHS student musicians were selected to perform with Central Jersey Region II choral and band ensembles. Congrats to all! https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/946536
The WHS DREAM Team host their annual Hot Chocolate Holiday, with students enjoying some sweet treats while reading messages that reinforce healthy choices.
Mr. Borchin's third grade scientists at Wilson have been busy applying science and engineering principles to build cars, test them, reflect on their data, and revise their designs.
In a recent physical education unit of study, Kindergarten students used scooters as they worked in partnerships while utilizing gross motor movements and coordination to propel themselves across the Multipurpose Room floor. Scooter tag was a huge hit!
The Washington School community enjoyed a recent Skate Night at the Westfield Rink. Thank you to the Washington PTO for organizing this fun event!
Announcing our new app for mobile phones for the Westfield Public School District! Stay up-to-date with access to events, school news, student stories, and more. Learn how to download the app for free and customize it. https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/943809
Tamaques students learn how to compare and contrast in Ms. Halloran’s class.
