This week's Madame McKinley's Wax Museum really brought history alive! Thank you to our 4th graders and their teachers for this highly engaging, memorable learning experience. We learned so much from your presentations and we are so very proud of you!
almost 3 years ago, McKinley Elementary School
Student presents at MCK wax museum
Student presents at MCK wax museum
Student presents at MCK wax museum
Student presents at MCK wax museum
Student presents at MCK wax museum
Student presents at MCK wax museum
Student presents at MCK wax museum
Student presents at MCK wax museum
Student presents at MCK wax museum
Lots of action at the May 9 BOE meeting, with a celebration of students and staff, the appointment of a new Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction, a new Board President and VP, the swearing-in of 3 Board members, and more! https://bit.ly/BOESynopsisMay92023
almost 3 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Wilson 1st graders cheer on their teacher at BOE meeting, with one holding a "You're the Best" sign
Wilson recipient of teacher award poses for picture with superintendent, principal and Board president
Photo collage of intermediate music students at BOE meeting
Photo collage of WHS music students at BOE meeting
Congratulations to Dr. Matthew Bolton, appointed Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum, Instruction and Programs, effective July 1! https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1110419
almost 3 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Dr. Matthew Bolton in front of a tree
Thank you to the Westfield Human Relations Advisory Commission and all who came out to participate in McKinley's Chalk the Walk event today. We enjoyed spreading positivity and good vibes all around the walkways of our school. Peace, love, McKinley!
almost 3 years ago, McKinley Elementary School
Student at the Chalk the Walk event today.
Third grader chalking the walk at McKinley today
Two girls chalk the walk at MCK.
Three boys pose with their chalk drawing.
Student chalking the walk with a positive message.
Student drawing positive designs at Chalk the Walk.
Boy chalking the walk at our school event.
Board meeting on Tues, 5/9 in WHS Cafe B. New Board members sworn in & Pres/VP elected at 6p; Board then moves into private session. Public portion resumes 7p with student/staff recognition. Agenda: https://bit.ly/BOEAgendas2022-23. Livestream: https://bit.ly/BOELiveStream202223
almost 3 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic noting BOE meeting on May 9, 2023
Our 2nd graders are learning about the parts of a flower by dissecting tulips today (thank you PTO for supplying the flowers)!
almost 3 years ago, McKinley Elementary School
Second graders dissecting flowers in class.
Second graders dissecting flowers in class
Second graders dissecting flowers in class
Second graders dissecting flowers in class
Second graders dissecting flowers in class
Second graders dissecting flowers in class
Second graders dissecting flowers in class
Second graders dissecting flowers in class
Congratulations to Mrs. Morris and Mr. Jesse, this year's recipients of the Rotary Club of Westfield's Philhower and Steengrafe Awards. Full story: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1098510
almost 3 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Photo collage of Philhower and Steengrafe Award recipients
First graders in Ms. Caruana's class read nonfiction books in their Book Club groups. They then did some research and created posters to present to the class. Public speaking can be a little scary at first but in the end, everyone learned a lot and it was fun!
almost 3 years ago, McKinley Elementary School
Students in 1-c present non-fiction posters
Students in 1-c present non-fiction posters
Students in 1-c present non-fiction posters
Students in 1-c present non-fiction posters
Students in 1-c present non-fiction posters
Students in 1-c present non-fiction posters
Thank you to all who voted on the 2023-2024 school district operating budget on Tuesday. In case you missed Dr. González's email to the school community, it is posted on the Superintendent's page on the district website. https://bit.ly/SuperintendentMessages2022-2023
almost 3 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Thank you graphic re school budget approved
Second grade and fourth grade buddies worked together on an upcycling project to celebrate Earth Day. Students brought in recycling products from home and brainstormed ways to create something new. Thank you to 4-Z and 2-P for these great photos.
almost 3 years ago, McKinley Elementary School
Tow boys show their upcycling project
Three boys work together on upcycling project for Earth Day
Girls work on a project in their classroom.
Budget Vote/Board Election next Tuesday, April 25! Lots of info on April Budget Vote website portal and under "Board Election" on website's Board tab. Please remember to vote; polls open from 7a to 8p. https://sites.google.com/westfieldnjk12.org/april-vote-2023/budget-snapshot
almost 3 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
2023-2024 Budget Snapshot Infographic
Beautiful afternoon for our 2023 McKinley Autism Awareness Staff Kickball Game!
almost 3 years ago, McKinley Elementary School
Students watching the kickball game
Emcees of the kickball game- Mr. P and a student.
McKinley Staff members who played kickball pose for a shot.
All MCK students were dazzled by an inflatable planetarium right in our own gymnasium today. Each grade level visited the SkyDome and experienced an interactive tour of the solar system. Thank you PTO for bringing the SkyDome to McKinley!
almost 3 years ago, McKinley Elementary School
Students and teachers inside the SkyDome.
Students answer questions, seated outside the Skydome.
Please note that the Board of Education meeting originally scheduled for tomorrow (Tues, 4/18) will be held on Thursday, 4/20 in WHS Cafe B, beginning at 7p. Agenda will be available at https://bit.ly/BOEAgendas2022-23. Livestream at https://bit.ly/BOELiveStream202223
almost 3 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic noting BOE Meeting on April 20, 2023
Classes 1-C and 3-S took advantage of the beautiful weather this week and read together outside. Thank you, Ms. Caruana, for these amazing photos!
almost 3 years ago, McKinley Elementary School
Three girls sitting and reading together outside.
Two boys reading outside together
Two girls sit on a bench reading outside.
A groups of students sit in Meghan's Garden reading their books.
Two boys reading outside together
Still time to attend a virtual community engagement session next Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday to learn more about the 2023-2024 school district operating budget before going to the polls on Tuesday, April 25. https://bit.ly/BudgetCommunityEngagement2023
almost 3 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Did You Know? Graphic with budget facts
Our 2nd graders are learning about Kenya this week in Social Studies. In Mrs. Schrader's class, students had a very interesting discussion about how Kenya is both similar to and different from our country. They really thought about their responses and gave some wonderful examples!
almost 3 years ago, McKinley Elementary School
students in 2nd grade classroom
Students having a discussion with their teacher in 2nd grade classroom.
In-person community engagement session TONIGHT (Tues, 4/11) at 6 p.m. at Edison Intermediate School. Don't miss an opportunity to have your questions answered about the 2023-24 School District Operating Budget . https://bit.ly/BudgetCommunityEngagement2023
almost 3 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic noting Budget Vote and Community Engagement Session Dates
In-person community engagement session TONIGHT (Tues, 4/11) at 6 p.m. at Edison Intermediate School. Don't miss an opportunity to have your questions answered about the 2023-24 School District Operating Budget . https://bit.ly/BudgetCommunityEngagement2023
almost 3 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Graphic noting Budget Vote and community engagement session dates
The March issue of The NEWS Letter includes budget and strategic planning updates, curriculum news with a focus on visual and performing arts and much more. Check it out here: https://sites.google.com/westfieldnjk12.org/thenewsletter/the-news-letter/march-2023
almost 3 years ago, Westfield Public Schools
Screenshot of March 2023 NEWS Letter heading