Our second graders had a fun-filled day connecting with farm animals and learning about the ins and outs of working on Doyle's Farm! They fed goats and cows, sheared a sheep, milked a goat, planted sunflowers, learned about a chick's life cycle, and even touched a baby bunny. They had the best field trip!
Our 5th grade students investigated the properties of polymers to analyze physical and chemical changes. Complimenting our Mixtures and solutions unit, 5th graders conducted an investigation with our Liberty Science instructors to determine whether the mixing of two or more substances results in new substances. Our students enjoyed the enrichment experience. Thank you to our PTO!
Our 4th grade classes engaged in a physics lesson presented by the Liberty Science Center. Students explored the principles of motion and energy transfer through a hands on investigation using marbles and a track.They predicted and observed how energy is transferred between marbles. Thank you to our PTO for sponsoring this program for our students!
Our 5th graders celebrated the incredible people in their lives with a "My Hero - My Inspiration" event! It was powerful to watch students express their gratitude through essays, poetry, and creative visual media, all dedicated to someone who has made a positive impact. After sharing their moving presentations, students enjoyed showing their special guests their classrooms and some of their favorite work. Moments like these truly highlight the meaningful connections in our students' lives. Thank you to our teachers for organizing this event!
Our 5th graders recently delved into the exciting world of physical and chemical changes! Complementing their Mixtures and Solutions unit, students partnered with Liberty Science instructors to conduct a hands-on investigation, exploring how mixing substances can lead to the creation of new ones. Thank you to our PTO for sponsoring this program for our students!
The Liberty Science Center team came and led our 2nd graders in a chemistry exploration with bubbles. Students observed the various states of matter and worked together to create their own bubble solutions. We had such a great time using our hands and minds to build on our science skills! Thank you to our PTO for sponsoring this enrichment program.
Our students were treated to another terrific musical performance! Mrs. Naylor conducted our 4th and 5th-grade orchestra in a program featuring a great variety of songs that were familiar and enjoyable to our student audience. It was a fun show! Many thanks to Mrs. Naylor for her dedication and hard work with our students.
Our 4th grade band students did a great job performing for our students and families. Thank you to Mrs. Webber for working with all our musicians!
Our 5th graders delivered a wonderful spring concert! The band and chorus students showcased their talent and hard work, and we extend our sincere thanks to Mrs. Webber and Mrs. Meyer for preparing them for such a great performance. We also appreciate our families for their continued support of our music program.
Therapy dogs brought smiles and calm to our school for Mental Health Awareness Month! Students were delighted to learn about these helpful dogs and spend time petting their super-friendly and soothing furry visitors.
Our first graders had an exciting visit from the Liberty Science Center! The students delved into the fascinating world of light. They explored light and shadow using flashlights and various materials, making predictions about what could create a shadow. Working in pairs, the young scientists sorted materials based on whether they believed they would cast a shadow. It was a fantastic hands-on learning experience!
Jefferson 3rd graders recently attended a field trip to Ellis Island to experience history firsthand, learning about the Immigration journey that shaped America through interactive exhibits and real life stories. The students explored different exhibits showing clothing from different cultures, left behind furniture, and stories of the challenges and successes of many immigrants. As students learn about the immigration process in their classrooms, they were able to visit the different rooms immigrants went to as part of the legal and medical inspections. Our students enjoyed a day full of sunshine, learning, and fun!
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Tomorrow’s the day! The budget vote and bond referendum take place on April 15, offering a unique opportunity to leverage $57.5 million in debt service aid . Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Find your polling location here: westfieldnj.gov/236/Elections-Voting
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Liberty Science Center visited Jefferson on Wednesday. Third Graders discovered how simple machines are used to make work easier. They learned the various types of simple machines and how they can be combined to build a complex machine like a catapult. Each student designed, tested, and redesigned following the Design Engineering Model. Thank you to our PTO for sponsoring this enrichment experience for our students!
Our 4th grader in Class 4MC had a fantastic time today with author and illustrator Kristin Ferrara! She brought her book, Teasing Time at the Zoo, to life with an engaging read-aloud, shared the inspiration and creative process behind writing and illustrating her story, and even taught students how to draw their own monkeys. It was a fun and inspiring visit that sparked student imaginations and creativity.
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