5th grade students spent weeks designing and constructing bridges. At the end of this unit, students tested how much weight their bridges could hold.
about 2 years ago, McKinley Elementary School
Time to test the bridge
Time to test the bridge
Time to test the bridge
Time to test the bridge
McKinley Kapers 2024: The Hocus Pocus Principal
about 2 years ago, McKinley Elementary School
Moms on stage
Kapers performance
Kapers performance
Dads on stage
Kapers performance
Kapers performance
Kapers performance
Staff on stage
Full cast on stage
Kapers performance
McKinley School celebrates Community Service Week!
about 2 years ago, McKinley Elementary School
Making rice socks for Plainfield Animal Shelter
Signing gratitude posters for community members
Signing gratitude posters for community members
Making rice socks for a local animal shelter
Making rice socks for a local animal shelter
Designing alphabet cards for children who are learning to read
Making colorful coasters for people receiving meals
Beautiful Get Well cards for patients at Children’s Specialized Hospital
Enjoy your Spring Break!
about 2 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Spring Break graphic
EIS students, teachers, and counselors speak to 5th graders about the transition to middle school.
about 2 years ago, McKinley Elementary School
5th graders listen to EIS presentation
5th graders listen to EIS presentation
Second Graders learn about the history and traditions of Ramadan.
about 2 years ago, McKinley Elementary School
Reading about Ramadan
Colorful Crafts for Ramadan
Reading about Ramadan
First Graders were so excited to share their Leprechaun Traps. They are future engineers!
about 2 years ago, McKinley Elementary School
Sharing Leprechaun Traps
Leprechaun Traps
Sharing Leprechaun Traps
Sharing Leprechaun Traps
Leprechaun Trap
Sharing Leprechaun Traps
The McKinley Community had a blast at BINGO Night!
about 2 years ago, McKinley Elementary School
It's BINGO time!
5th Graders enjoyed playing BINGO together.
It was a full house!
Mrs. Wiggins and Ms. Myers had fun as callers.
Mr. Hannis and Ms. Shaughnessy joined in the fun as BINGO callers.
Our Librarian, Mrs. Dynak, created a delicious book tasting for students to enjoy during Read Across America Week.
about 2 years ago, McKinley Elementary School
An assortment of books for students to sample.
Students sample various books and select their favorites.
Students sample various books and select their favorites.
March 28 deadline for Rotary and Steengrafe nominations is approaching! Don't miss the opportunity to select a favorite PK-5 educator for the Philhower Award and a deserving staff member in the district for the Steengrafe Award. https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1491926
about 2 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic noting details for Philhower / Steengrafe Awards
IMPORTANT: The "Not My Kid" assembly by Stephen Hill, originally scheduled for tomorrow evening (Thursday), March 21, has been POSTPONED! Stay tuned for an update with a rescheduled date.
about 2 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic noting that Stephen Hill assembly is Postponed!
On March 21, Stephen Hill of Speak Sobriety will present "Not My Kid: How to Build Resilient Kids to Make Healthy Choices and Overcome Adversity," sharing his impactful story of addiction and recovery. https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1504996
about 2 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Flyer noting "Not My Kid" parent program
Celebrating Read Across America with creative spirit days like wacky hairstyle day!
about 2 years ago, McKinley Elementary School
5th graders show off their wacky hairstyles
3rd graders show off their wacky hairstyles
What a creative hairstyle!
First graders are showing off their wacky hairstyles
5th Graders showing off their wacky hairstyles
Celebrating Music in our Schools Month with a special assembly from the EIS 8th Grade Band.
about 2 years ago, McKinley Elementary School
McKinley students listening to the EIS 8th Grade Band
McKinley students listening to the EIS 8th Grade Band
8th Grade students share why band is important to them.
The Parent Teacher Council (PTC) is hosting a virtual Board Candidates Night on Monday, March 18 from 7:30-9:30p. Visit the Board Election page for details, including how to register. https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/page/boardelectionapril2024
about 2 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
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
about 2 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic noting Phihower and Steengrafe Awards
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
about 2 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic noting Earth Day Poster Contest
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
about 2 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic noting early dismissal on March 8
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
about 2 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic noting board meeting on March 5
Happy Leap Day! Our students had fun celebrating this extra day of the year.
about 2 years ago, McKinley Elementary School
Hooray for Leap Day!
Yay! It’s Leap Day!