Mrs. Swenson's 8th grade class is celebrating Black History Month. They are inspired by some historical figures.
Save the Date! Lottery registration for our popular Summer 2024 Westfield STEM Camp for Grades 3-8 begins Mon, Feb 12 through Fri, Feb 23. For dates, workshop descriptions, and other important details, visit :https://sites.google.com/westfieldnjk12.org/stemcamp/home
Students enjoyed the Mykee Fowlin assembly last week. Many approached him afterwards to thank him and show their appreciation for his message.
All Westfield Public Schools will have an EARLY DISMISSAL tomorrow (Friday), January 19, as the weather forecast predicts increasing snowfall into the afternoon. Please note the start times for Lincoln and the elementary schools in the Early Dismissal Schedule emailed to you or in the Inclement Weather Procedures on the district website under District Information.
Students attend Mr. Belline's extra help after school. Mr. Belline takes the time to reinforce math concepts taught in class.
After monitoring weather conditions overnight, all Westfield Public Schools will have a delayed opening today (Wednesday), January 17 to allow time for the DPW and our buildings and grounds crews to address icy conditions. For the delayed opening schedule, please check your email or the Inclement Weather Procedures on the district website. https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/page/inclement-weather-procedures-school-closings Please travel safely!
Nominating petitions for candidacy in the April 16, 2024 School Board Election are being accepted. The deadline to submit completed petitions is no later than 4 p.m. on Monday, February 26. Petition and more info here: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/page/boardelectionapril2024
Due to the forecasted winter storm and the potential for icy road conditions, all Westfield Public Schools will have a delayed opening tomorrow (Tuesday), January 16, to help safeguard our students and staff during their morning commute. Please check your email or consult the Inclement Weather Procedures page on the district website for the delayed opening schedule.
All Westfield Public Schools and offices are closed on Monday, January 15, in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
8th grade students are learning about propaganda from Mr. Cusumano as part of the interdisciplinary Holocaust unit. They analyzed advertisements and posters to determine what is being conveyed.
The students and faculty competed in an eventful and exciting basketball game on Friday, December 22. The students were victorious! Their win is a result of outstanding teamwork and communication between players and coaches. Congratulations!
Wellness Wednesday and Pajama Day all-in-one! Students had a chance to unwind and have fun during Wellness Wednesday activities in their PE and Health classes today. They enjoyed playing games and making various crafts with their teachers and counselors.
Today's Holiday Spirit Week day is Twin Day. The EIS Math teachers take Twin Day seriously!
Students in Mrs. Ferreira's 6th grade social studies class used the acronym GRAPES (Geography, Religion, Achievements, Politics, Economy, Social Structure) to identify and categorize historical facts. They completed a timed carousel of task cards with their peers to complete this task.
Students created hundreds of cards for the Cards for Troops as an annual tradition. Led by ELA teacher, Kim Swenson, Cards for Troops have received over 38,000 cards in the past 15 years from the Edison and Westfield school community.
Seventh grade students enjoyed their annual viewing of The Outsiders movie. The ELA teachers facilitate the showing of this movie at the conclusion of their unit in which students read and analyze the novel.
The EIS SGA collected food for local food pantries this holiday season. This annual food drive is always a huge success. Thank you for all who donated!
Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving!
For parents/guardians of students in grades 6-12... don't miss this opportunity to meet your child's Student Assistance Coordinator (SAC) and learn how they support our students. Plus, "Parenting in the Social Media Era." Wednesday, December 6 at 7p in the WHS Auditorium.
6th grade students in Mr. Robbins TED class piloted Flinn Scientific's new WhiteBox learning, an interactive software simulation system that is paired with hands-on activities. Students completed a shelter unit where they considered how to design, and then build, a shelter that would hold (or increase) temperature. Students gave presentations to administrators highlighting what they built and their views on whether investing in this product would be a worthy addition to future classes.
