Today is Diwali. It is the Festival of Lights and many of our Indian students celebrate this holiday with their families. Several parents in Mrs. Arkin’s class came to share their traditions with the students. The first graders learned about Diwali and decorated clay lamps. We wish everyone who celebrates Diwali a wonderful time of celebration with their families and friends!
over 3 years ago, Jefferson Elementary School
A parent reads a story about Diwali to students on the rug.
Two students admire their clay lamp and tea light.
The entire class photographed with the 3 parents who presented.
A parent shows students how to make a rangoli, which is a beautiful design placed on the floor using colored powders or sand.
The Board of Education approved Patricia Ramos to succeed Dana Sullivan as Business Administrator, effective January 1, 2023. Read more: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/880230
over 3 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Patricia Ramos poses for picture at her desk
Today was Walk, Ride and Roll to School Day at Jefferson! Thank you to everyone who participated.
over 3 years ago, Jefferson Elementary School
Principal walked 2 students to school.
A 4th grade girl signs her name on the walk to school banner.
3 students sign the walk to school banner.
Principal arrives at the house of the student winners and get ready to walk to school.
Please join us for tonight's Board of Education in Cafeteria B at WHS. Meeting begins @ 6p with members moving immediately into private session. Public session resumes @ 7p. Agenda: https://bit.ly/BOEAgendas2022-23 Livestream: https://bit.ly/BOELiveStream202223
over 3 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic noting Board of Ed Meeting
With the help of Mr. Thompson and our 5th grade Green Team, food waste collection resumes this week for our older students.
over 3 years ago, Jefferson Elementary School
Three barrels- blue for recycling, green for food waste and gray for trash.
Two students places leftover food into the green barrel.
Our custodian observes as students place fold waste into the correct barrel.
Mr. Thompson and 3 female students posing with the various garbage barrels.
Our Westfield Fire Department presents the fire safety program to our 1st through 3rd grade students.
over 3 years ago, Jefferson Elementary School
Four firefighters take a group photo with a 1st grade class.
Students listening to Captain Karl at the assembly in the gym.
Grade 1-3 students watch a fire safety video in the gym.
In partnership with the Westfield Human Resources Advisory Commission (HRAC), we work to bring our community together. Our students, staff, families and community members draw positive messages on our sidewalks today. Thank you for participating!
over 3 years ago, Jefferson Elementary School
1st grade student uses chalk to write , Be Kind
Students, families and police officers draw kind messages on sidewalks.
Two 4th grade female students draw their positive messages.
Walk the Chalk event banner
During Week of Respect, our students and staff dressed for the occasion. Respect our Earth and our Surroundings - Wear tie dye!
over 3 years ago, Jefferson Elementary School
Two teachers show off their matching tie dye shirts.
Six 2nd graders standing and wearing tie dye.
The principal and teacher shows off their tie dye shirts with 5 3rd grade students.
All district elementary teachers are participating in our in-service today. Our Social Studies and Language Arts Supervisors facilitated the professional development on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion “DEI”. DEI teacher ambassadors worked with each grade level team to collaborate on creating common lessons based on diversity mentor texts.
over 3 years ago, Jefferson Elementary School
Two supervisors getting ready to present.
Three 3rd grade teachers ask DEI ambassador a question.
Four 4th grade teachers working together.
Elementary teachers listening to the presentation.
This afternoon, Connie Palmer, a social worker from Imagine, presented to our elementary staff. The staff learned about various types of grief and how to support our students who are coping with loss.
over 3 years ago, Jefferson Elementary School
Presenter drops dominoes which represent someone’s identity and connection with others.
Staff members talking in small groups.
Presenter talks about types of grief.
Staff members talking in small groups.
Schools are closed on Monday, October 10. Staff will have an in-service day.
over 3 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic noting that schools closed for Columbus Day on October 10
Second graders learn about odd and even numbers. Students working in pairs to help each other.
over 3 years ago, Jefferson Elementary School
Two students completing math page together.
Two students completing math page together.
Students on rug as teacher instructs.
Two students completing math page together.
Schools are closed on Wednesday, October 5 in observance of Yom Kippur.
over 3 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic noting schools closed for Yom Kippur
October 2 is National Custodian Day. We're grateful to these dedicated professionals who work hard to keep our buildings and grounds clean and safe. When we asked students if our custodians are superheroes, the answer was a resounding "YES!" https://youtu.be/wp716Z8C2Vo
over 3 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic that thanks our hardworking custodians on National Custodian Day
Our 5th Safety Patrols started volunteering this week during morning arrival.
over 3 years ago, Jefferson Elementary School
safety patrol monitor fourth graders online during arrival.
safety patrol takes a photo with some fourth grade students.
do safety patrols with a group of fourth graders.
to safety patrols standing with two 4th graders
Schools are closed on Monday & Tuesday, Sept 26 & 27. Happy Rosh Hashanah to all who celebrate.
over 3 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic noting schools closed for Rosh Hashanah
A synopsis of the September 20 BOE meeting is available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1M4Cb-4OrT3aHz6LzljxGrZIuNdF5ema46aBey41jJGY/edit?usp=sharing
over 3 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Synopsis Heading - Reads "Highlights from the Westfield Board of Education Meeting
Third graders enjoying music with Mrs. Meyer
over 3 years ago, Jefferson Elementary School
Students singing Jefferson song with music teacher.
Students singing with music teacher.
Students learning to read music notes with teacher.
Join us for the Board of Education meeting on Tues, Sept 20 at 7p in Cafeteria B at WHS. Agenda: https://bit.ly/BOEAgendas2022-23 Livestream: https://bit.ly/BOELiveStream202223
over 3 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic for BOE Meeting on September 20, 2022
Students having fun being creative in art class.
over 3 years ago, Jefferson Elementary School
Students doing tulip print making.
A small group of students doing tulip print making.
Two students doing Mondrian art designs.