More photos from the first two days!
What an amazing 1st Day at Franklin School!
Our staff has been busy getting ready for tomorrow's return of our students (Thursday, Sept 7)! https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1230200
Check your email inboxes for Back-to-School edition of The NEWS Letter with lots of district updates and news. This monthly newsletter also is posted on the district website under Communications. https://sites.google.com/westfieldnjk12.org/thenewsletter/back-to-school-2023
Welcome to our new Visual and Performing Arts Supervisor and Assistant Principal at Franklin! https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1177600
The Board approved new district administration appointments at last night's meeting. Congratulations to Dr. Greer, Mrs. Schall, and Mrs. McCabe! https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1149081
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!
