🚀 Roosevelt 8th grade scientists took learning to new heights with self-chosen space projects. Students researched their topics and created dynamic slideshows to share with their peers.
Stay in the know! 📨 Dr. G’s weekly Budget + Bond updates are packed with key details ahead of the April 15 vote. Check your email inbox or visit the NEWS section on our website: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/2106929 https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/2106902
Wilson’s 5th grade scientists took their learning outside to explore the question: How and why do our shadows change throughout the day?
Lincoln kindergartners use magnetic tile boards to build words with digraphs. "From ch in 'chip' to sh in 'shop,' these young learners are mastering letter combinations that make reading and writing even more fun," says principal Dr. Tiffany Jacobson.
All are invited to our Mental Health Symposium this Thursday, March 27 at 6p, organized by the district's Student Assistance Coordinators (SACs). If you did not get a chance to pre-register, feel free to attend and make sure to enter through WHS back door off Rahway Avenue.
Congratulations to National Merit Finalist Garrett Gao and our National College Board Recognition Program recipients! https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/2103526
The deadline to nominate deserving educators and staff for the Rotary and Optimist Club awards is this Friday, March 28. https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/2084115 https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/2079783
Class 2D at Jefferson published impressive nonfiction books, complete with strong introductions, text features, and dedication pages! Families joined a “Meet the Author” event to celebrate their hard work and creativity.
🎥 Want to understand the details behind our April 15 Bond Referendum? Our video series breaks down the key projects, funding plans, and the process, making it easy for you to stay informed! Watch now and get the full picture: https://bit.ly/Bond-Referendum-Videos
The Board of Education meets on Tues, March 25 in WHS Caf B at 7p for review of final budget & bond ballot questions. Winter athletic champion teams also will be recognized. Agendas: https://bit.ly/BOEAgendas2024-2025. Live Stream/Recordings: https://bit.ly/BOE-Meetings2024-25
Students from Edison and Roosevelt Intermediate Schools recently enjoyed immersive STEAM field trips. Full story: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/2101876
The Franklin school community received a generous grant from Sustainable Jersey and the NJEA to transform an underutilized space into the future "Franklin Hub," described by principal Dr. Paul Duncan as "a vibrant, welcoming, and accessible outdoor learning and community space."
Don’t miss Stephen Hill tonight (March 20) at Edison from 6:30-8 p.m. Hear his powerful journey from addiction to recovery and beyond. Mr. Hill also has been sharing valuable insights with our 8th graders on making positive choices.
Lots of in-person and remote opportunities through April 8 to learn about the Budget and Bond Referendum! https://bit.ly/WPS-BudgetBond-Engagement
Check out this "By-the-Numbers" snapshot of some of the proposed improvements in the bond referendum.
Don't forget to nominate a deserving elementary educator and school district employee for the Rotary Club's Philhower and Steengrafe Awards. The deadline is this Friday, March 21. https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/2079783
Franklin's Student Council Celebrations Committee brings awareness to important events like Women's History Month, Pi Day, Ramadan, and St. Patrick's Day. They research each topic and share their findings through bulletin boards, slideshows, and school-wide announcements
Shoutout to these Roosevelt 8th graders for presenting a well-crafted bill in Model Congress!
The State has committed up to $57.5 million in debt service aid toward the proposed bond referendum projects. If voters approve the bond funding plan on the April 15 ballot, these funds will reduce what local taxpayers contribute. Checkout the updated Budget + Bond portal with a tax impact estimator, ballot language, and school-by-school breakdown of projects. westfieldnjk12.org/vote
