It’s Community Service Week, and our district is buzzing with kindness and community spirit! 💙✨ Here's what it looked like at Franklin’s Community Service Night as students, families, and staff came together to make a difference.
Bond funding and state debt service aid would make it possible to add air conditioning to areas like Roosevelt Intermediate School’s cafeteria, where students often rush to the small air-conditioned backroom. Roosevelt principal Brian Gechtman explains. https://bit.ly/Referendum-RISCafeteria-AC
The Third Grade Women’s Tea at Washington is an annual celebration of weeks of research on famous women. 🌟 Students share booklets, along with handmade dolls and timelines of their famous woman's life, with special guests while enjoying tea and trivia.
Dr. G and BA Patty Ramos continue to meet with as many stakeholders as possible to answer questions about the bond referendum and 2025-2026 operating budget. Mark your calendars!
Westfield schools face an increased need for small-group instruction to help students advance academically. Learn how our bond proposals aim to meet these needs and create space for Full Day Kindergarten in this short video. https://youtu.be/OGB4HpmqXL0?si=NeW0fKkDrejh9CtX
McKinley students had an amazing time at a school-wide assembly full of energy, creativity, and fun! 🎉 Huge thanks to the McKinley PTO for making the Brain Break Academy happen—it was a big hit!
🚀 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.
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.
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
🎥 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."
Lots of in-person and remote opportunities through April 8 to learn about the Budget and Bond Referendum! https://bit.ly/WPS-BudgetBond-Engagement
