The Board of Education meets on Tuesday, June 13 in WHS Cafe B. 5:30p private session; 6p public meeting resumes beginning with student and staff recognitions. Agenda: https://bit.ly/BOEAgendas2022-23. Livestream: https://bit.ly/BOELiveStream202223
5th Graders sing the National Anthem at the Somerset Patriots game.
The Westfield Human Relations Advisory Commission provided buckets of chalk to help inspire kind words all around Franklin School. Having adults in Westfield take the time to support kindness efforts at our school set a great example for our students. Current local leader, Mayor Brindle, was also on and and she met the founders of our Kindness Club (future leaders) pictured below with one of their club's sponsors Mrs. Romano.
Franklin Third graders had a great trip to Ellis Island. This visit was a culmination to their study of immigration.
Reminder: Schools will be closed this Friday, May 26 through next Tuesday, May 30.
More pictures!
Field Day brings out the competitive spirit and face paint!
Lots of action at the May 9 BOE meeting, with a celebration of students and staff, the appointment of a new Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction, a new Board President and VP, the swearing-in of 3 Board members, and more! https://bit.ly/BOESynopsisMay92023
Congratulations to Dr. Matthew Bolton, appointed Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum, Instruction and Programs, effective July 1! https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1110419
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
NO PLACE FOR HATE
Our 5th graders participated in a introductory No Place For Hate (NPFH) assembly that was organized by WHS students. The NPFH program starts in middle school and helps our district educate students about tolerance, respect and combating hate.
POETRY CAFE
Writing is hard work! When students are done making all of their revisions and edits, we like to celebrate their achievements and create an audience for their ideas and creativity. Students in 3-R read their poems in a "Poetry Cafe" setting. It was very hip atmosphere with a darkened room and a spotlight shining on our young poets.
MAYOR BRINDLE VISITS
Mayor Brindle visited our Readers are Leaders STEAM class and discussed women and leadership.
4TH GRADE BAND AND STRINGS CONCERT
With Mr. Staluppi and Mr. Freeman at the helm, the band and strings put on an amazing show for students and parents!
SPOTLIGHT ON GOOD CHARACTER
These students demonstrated the pillars of character and our goals of being safe, kind and inclusive. Maya Bodapati, Nathan Raths, Stella Bonk (not pictured), Owen Kavanaugh, Sophie Kim, Rithvik Chauhan, Eli Marks, Louis Daneault, Olivia Giordano, Sahas Shrestha (not pictured). Congratulations!!
ARTISTS OF THE MONTH!!
These students demonstrated creativity, excellence in their artwork and were respectful and kind toward others. Congratulations to Charlie Hertz, Rebekah Sandler, Brayden Levin, Ayla Arbitsman, Jack Peters, Norah Belosa, Emerson Parran, Lila Britain, Hopper Nisbet and Ani Najarian.
Music Students Of The Month!!
These students demonstrated respect, kindness, a positive attitude and strong effort in every class. Congratulations to Anahita Agarwhal, Peter Tosh, Daphne Giordano, Leshan Li, Nicholas Fernandez, Lexi Lentis, Lily Dauwalter, Liam Gross, Livia Shinoda-Zoboli and Sam Rice.
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
Wednesday was Administrative Professionals Day. Class 1-N wrote big thank you notes and presented them to our amazing Mrs. Valencia and Mrs. Kelly!
Multicultural Night was amazing!! So many people shared family and cultural traditions! There were many informative booths with clothing, artifacts, games and delicious food! Each year it just gets bigger and better!
