The Rotary Club of Westfield is accepting nominations for the Philhower and Steengrafe Awards. Nominate a favorite Pre-K to Grade 5 teacher and deserving staff member. Details here: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1491926
Calling all students in Grades K-12! The Westfield Public School District is hosting an Earth Day 2024 Poster Contest. The 2024 Earth Day theme is "Planet vs. Plastics." Deadline to submit is March 27. Submission details here: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1491955
Reminder: All Westfield Public Schools will have an early dismissal this Friday, March 8, as staff participate in professional development in the afternoon. Schedule here: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/page/inclement-weather-procedures-school-closings
The Board of Education will hold a regular public meeting on March 5 in Cafeteria B at WHS, beginning at 7p. The Board will vote on the tentative 2024-25 school district operating budget. Agenda: https://bit.ly/BOEAgendas2023-2024 Livestream: https://bit.ly/BOELivestream2023-2024
March is Youth Art Month and Music In Our Schools Month. We're kicking both off with an Opening Reception on Tuesday, March 5 from 4:30-6:30p at the Roig Collection. We hope to see you there, as we celebrate the arts in our schools!
Pre-K students apply important school readiness skills and exercise autonomy as they engage in various centers.
Today students learned we need our teeth to smile, eat and talk! We keep our teeth healthy by brushing and flossing! Special thanks goes out to our guest presenter, Dr. Aimee, who made learning about dental hygiene so much fun!
Happy 100th Day of School! The 100th day of school is filled with fun activities and learning opportunities centered around the number 100, fostering excitement and a sense of accomplishment among students!
Are these values the same or not the same? Students use gross motor movements to show if values are equal or not equal.
In Library Media Science, students are learning about the qualities of Caldecott winning titles and casting a vote for their favorite title!
Students are beginning to understand that pushes and pulls can have different strengths and directions. Today they contemplated how to knock down a wall made of concrete.
Save the Date! Lottery registration for our popular Summer 2024 Westfield STEM Camp for Grades 3-8 begins Mon, Feb 12 through Fri, Feb 23. For dates, workshop descriptions, and other important details, visit :https://sites.google.com/westfieldnjk12.org/stemcamp/home
Kindergarten students practice letter formation and letter sounds. They understand how authors use letters to write words and sentences in the stories we read!
Kindergarten mathematicians examine a number grid and identify patterns.
Dear Kindergarten Families,
We’re excited for Grandparents’ & Special Persons’ Day performances tomorrow!
There are a few reminders to maximize your enjoyment -
• Only pre-registered guests will be granted entry.
• All pre-registered guests must present identification.
• Doors will open 10 minutes prior to each show time. Since the forecast calls for rain, please prepare accordingly.
• There is only one (1) adult bathroom on the first floor; please take a “tactical wee” before coming to Lincoln School.
Advanced thanks for your understanding and cooperation!
Regards,
Tiffany Jacobson, Ed. D.
Principal 🦁
All Westfield Public Schools will have an EARLY DISMISSAL tomorrow (Friday), January 19, as the weather forecast predicts increasing snowfall into the afternoon. Please note the start times for Lincoln and the elementary schools in the Early Dismissal Schedule emailed to you or in the Inclement Weather Procedures on the district website under District Information.
After monitoring weather conditions overnight, all Westfield Public Schools will have a delayed opening today (Wednesday), January 17 to allow time for the DPW and our buildings and grounds crews to address icy conditions. For the delayed opening schedule, please check your email or the Inclement Weather Procedures on the district website. https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/page/inclement-weather-procedures-school-closings Please travel safely!
Today, students wrapped up their "Show and Tell" writing unit with a celebration. Students gave each other feedback using post-its with symbols.
Students were excited to share their work with friends from different tables, and even more excited to compliment each other's hard work!
Special thanks goes out to Mr. Carmine and Mr. Robert for working hard to keep our sidewalks and paths safe. They have been clearing and salting all day!
Please exercise caution at dismissal today. Despite our best salting efforts, the paths keep refreezing.
Nominating petitions for candidacy in the April 16, 2024 School Board Election are being accepted. The deadline to submit completed petitions is no later than 4 p.m. on Monday, February 26. Petition and more info here: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/page/boardelectionapril2024
