Jefferson Elementary School

🌟 Week of Respect | October 5–9 🌟

This week, we celebrate the power of kindness, empathy, and respect! Let’s work together to create welcoming school communities where everyone feels valued, included, and supported. 💙

2 days ago, Westfield Public Schools

October is off to a great start across Westfield Public Schools! 🍁 Students are engaged in hands-on science, music rehearsals, pedestrian safety lessons, STEM builds, picture day, and college prep! 📚🍂
Character count: 180

3 days ago, Westfield Public Schools

A gymnasium set up with multiple photography stations for picture day, complete with backdrops, studio lighting strobes, softboxes, and cameras on tripods. Photographers are assisting students who are seated or standing for their portraits.

Elementary students practice pedestrian safety inside a gymnasium on a simulated crosswalk mat with street lane lines. One student holds a stop sign and another holds a pedestrian crossing sign while classmates walk across. A projected image on a screen behind them shows a real intersection.

An elementary school choir standing in rows on a wooden stage, holding yellow sheet music and singing during a chorus rehearsal in front of a blue backdrop curtain.

Four young elementary students stand side-by-side in pajamas on a wooden floor, holding handmade musical instruments constructed from cardboard boxes and rubber bands.

Three students work together at classroom desks on a STEM tower project made from straws and tape.

A group of elementary students wearing bright orange safety patrol sashes stand together inside a school library with bookshelves behind them.

Elementary students wearing yellow shirts that read "RESPECT" on the back sit in a circle on a classroom rug during a music lesson, participating in a rhythmic activity.

A group of students and adults stand on a grassy field and dirt baseball diamond, watching a water bottle rocket launch into the air, creating a cloud of water mist above its launcher.

Group photo of Washington Students standing in front of a tree

A student and two educators sit together at a wooden conference table, looking at a laptop screen. The adult on the left points at the laptop screen while discussing information with the student and staff member beside her.

💙 Disability Awareness Month 💙

This month, we celebrate the achievements, contributions, and diverse experiences of people with disabilities. Together, let’s promote inclusion, accessibility, understanding, and a community where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

4 days ago, Westfield Public Schools

An illustrative poster celebrating Disability History & Awareness Month (October 2026) presented by Westfield Public Schools, featuring a diverse group of people with varying abilities holding signs.

Our 5th Grade Safety Patrol completed their training and officially signed their pledges this week. Our student leaders are thrilled to begin their volunteer duties next week. We greatly appreciate their leadership and dedication to helping guide our younger children safely during morning arrival.

5 days ago, Jefferson Elementary School

Students proudly wearing their safety patrol belts.

Students trying to figure out how to wear their new safety belts.

Safety Patrol advisors train the students.

Advisor shares the pledge with the students.

Thank you to our principals across Westfield Public Schools for your leadership for our staff and support for our students every day. 💙👏

6 days ago, Westfield Public Schools

Square graphic that says October is National Principals Month with school and district logos

This October, we celebrate the rich heritage, traditions, culture, and contributions of Italian Americans and the lasting impact they have made on our communities and our nation. ❤️🤍💚

7 days ago, Westfield Public Schools

Digital graphic from Westfield Public Schools commemorating "Italian-American Heritage Month" for October 2026, set against a background of draped Italian and American flags.

Our 5th graders rotated across classrooms to explore the 5 Themes of Geography with different teachers! This special lesson allowed students to experience new teaching styles and get a fun taste of middle school schedule transitions. Thank you to our 5th grade teachers!

8 days ago, Jefferson Elementary School

Students sitting and listening to the teacher.

Students raising their hands to volunteer to participate.

Students walking in the halls to go to the next class.

Students excited to enter a new classroom.

Our 5th graders officially kicked off chorus this month! They have been busy establishing ensemble routines and are already diving into learning some exciting new music. We look forward to watching their musical talents grow as they prepare to share their voices with our school community later this year.

10 days ago, Jefferson Elementary School

students sitting on the benches facing the music teacher during chorus lesson

students sitting on the benches facing the music teacher and learning the new song

✨From outdoor discussions and reading sessions to hands-on classroom projects and club check-ins, our students and staff are making the most of every moment together and building connections every day. Here are a few more scenes from around the district this month.☀️📝

10 days ago, Westfield Public Schools

A student wearing a lanyard and glasses smiles for a selfie outside with a staff member who holds up a flyer titled "Stone of Hope Club!" in front of a school walkway.

A smiling student wearing a red shirt sits at a classroom desk working on a colorful paper cutout art project, with glue sticks, scissors, and paper shapes spread out on the table.

Elementary students sit around a clover-shaped yellow table in a classroom, focused on cutting paper, writing, and completing a hands-on learning activity.

A group of students sits outside in dark blue Adirondack chairs arranged in a circle on a grassy lawn next to a brick school building, smiling and chatting during the school day.

Students sit cross-legged on a blue rug in a classroom, holding up mini whiteboards with their handwritten answers for their teacher, who stands in front of the room.

Students sit opposite each other at a blue wooden picnic table outside, using pencils to write in notebooks during a lesson with the book "Roxaboxen" displayed in the center.

Students gather around outdoor tables set up on the grass near a brick school building while staff members interact with them during a school club fair.

A staff member talks with students standing outdoors in a line near a green table during an outdoor school activity on a sunny day.

Wishing peace, joy, and meaningful time with family and friends to all in our Westfield Public Schools community who are celebrating Sukkot! 🌾✨

12 days ago, Westfield Public Schools

🌟Gold medals across the district! Westfield Public Schools is proud to announce that all eight elementary and intermediate schools have earned Safe Routes to School Gold recognition for their ongoing commitment to student pedestrian and bicycle safety. 👟🚲

13 days ago, Westfield Public Schools

A graphic that shows Gold Level Recognition for 8 Westfield Schools as part of the SRTS program

Photo of Westfield School Principals displaying their SRTS certificates.

Scenes from around the district. From therapy dogs 🐾 and butterfly releases 🦋 to sidewalk kindness notes 🌈 and friendly visits 👮‍♂️, it’s always a great week to learn, grow, and connect acrossWestfield Public Schools! 📚✨

14 days ago, Westfield Public Schools

A circle of elementary students look down in fascination at a monarch butterfly resting on a teacher's outstretched hand

Elementary students happily pet a seated golden retriever therapy dog in a classroom while an adult visitor looks on

Young students sit cross-legged on a colorful carpet in a classroom, playing a game with coins and dice

Elementary school students lie down on a vibrant, multi-colored grid rug for a quiet rest or mindfulness exercise in the classroom

A student and a counselor pose together in a school hallway next to a Student Assistance Program information board

wo smiling young girls stand on a school walkway with two Westfield police officers outside a school building

A group of middle school students and staff smile together around an activity table during a school event

Two students stand along a concrete ramp covered in colorful sidewalk chalk messages like "You are Kind" and "Slay The Day".

A young girl holds up a sign promoting the Great Pumpkin fair on October 2 after school to 6:30 PM at Franklin Elementary School

Two students at EIS signing Blue & Purple Ribbons for Suicide Prevention Month

Our International Peace Day event was a great success. Thank you to our school counselor, Ms. Saliceti, for organizing the "Walk the Chalk" event to spread peace and kindness.

15 days ago, Jefferson Elementary School

Student showing the peace sign and wearing tie dye shirt.

Principal and student wearing tie dye shirts to show peace.

Students write peace and kind messages with chalk

Join us on Tuesday, September 22, at Edison Intermediate School for our dedicated Special Education Back to School Night!

16 days ago, Westfield Public Schools

We wish a meaningful Yom Kippur to all in our Westfield Public Schools community observing. May the year ahead bring love, peace, and reflection. 🕯️🕊️

17 days ago, Westfield Public Schools

Just a quick reminder that school will be closed on Monday, September 21, 2026. We’ll see everyone back in class on Tuesday!

19 days ago, Westfield Public Schools

A digital graphic styled like a corkboard announcement. At the top, bold red text on a paper slip reads "REMINDER:". A torn sheet of paper pinned to the board states, "WESTFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS ARE CLOSED ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2026."

Our second grade students learned how to be smart, safe pedestrians during a special visit from Ms. Lee at EZ Ride. From using crosswalks and wearing bright colors to making eye contact with drivers and keeping devices put away, our students are ready to walk safely. Thank you, EZ Ride!

20 days ago, Jefferson Elementary School

Presenter shows bright colored clothing.

Presenter has students demonstrate how to safely cross the street.

Presenter talks about looking left and right before crossing.

Our 3rd graders stepped into the "Genre Café" today! After spending time learning about various literary genres, students explored a "menu" of book types to sample new styles and discover fresh reading interests. This hands-on "book tasting" gave our young readers a fun, interactive way to expand their horizons before selecting their next "just right" book.

21 days ago, Jefferson Elementary School

Join us in celebrating Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! 🌎✨ From September 15 to October 15, we honor the rich history, culture, and contributions of the Hispanic and Latino communities.

22 days ago, Westfield Public Schools