
McKinley School is Teaming Up for Respect! Students are excited to share their team spirit during The Week of Respect.






We hope to see you at "Understanding the HIB Process," an important session for all Westfield Public Schools parents/guardians tomorrow (Tuesday), October 8 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Wilson Elementary School. Please remember to register: https://bit.ly/HIB-Session-Oct8-RSVP


Reminder for parents/guardians of students in PreK to 12th Grade: Don't miss this opportunity to learn about the district's HIB process from members of our counseling team. Tuesday, October 8, beginning at 6:30p at Wilson.


Fourth graders enjoyed their first STEM challenge of the school year- cup stacking. Students experimented with various strategies in order to create the tallest tower of cups.





Thank you to the McKinley PTO for hosting a wonderful family social to kickoff the school year. Students and their families had so much fun at Pizza Night.








We are excited to introduce an important resource for our community - our Facilities Bond Referendum Information Portal. The portal will be updated frequently with lots of important details, as we move closer to finalizing the referendum in February 2025. You'll find an easy-access button on the district and school websites.
https://sites.google.com/westfieldnjk12.org/wps-bond-referendum/home


We are excited to introduce an important resource for our community - our Facilities Bond Referendum Information Portal. The portal will be updated frequently with lots of important details, as we move closer to finalizing the referendum in February 2025. You'll find an easy-access button on the district and school websites.
https://sites.google.com/westfieldnjk12.org/wps-bond-referendum/home


From September 15 to October 15, we celebrate the rich cultural heritage, diverse traditions, and invaluable contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans to our nation. We honor the resilience, creativity, and vibrant spirit of Hispanic communities that have shaped and continue to enrich our society in countless ways. #WPSCelebratesDiversity


First graders play "Penny Dice" to practice number sense and counting skills.





Fourth graders enjoyed their Science lesson outside. They used questioning to investigate items in nature.




Save the Date for an informative and important session to help parents understand the HIB process. October 8 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the Wilson Elementary School library. For PreK-12 parents/guardians. Hope to see you there!


Opening Day at McKinley School - Our students are excited for the new year!









ICYMI in the BTS edition of The NEWS Letter, check out our new District Pulse, a monthly video snapshot of the many activities and improvements taking place across the district. https://youtu.be/tmTMZRLGcjA?si=QQklpDZ7xhUmxlN2


Greeted by a rousing performance by members of the WHS Marching Band, staff gathered for an Opening Day ceremony, followed by a full schedule of PD sessions, as they prepare for the return of students on Thurs, Sept 5. Read more: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1743551

We can't wait to see our staff and students next week! Here is a quick video snapshot of key dates for the start of the new school. https://bit.ly/WelcomeBack-KeyDates


All six of our elementary schools have been recognized for implementing programs and events to create safer environments for walking and bicycling in their communities. Learn more: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1725576

First regular public BOE meeting for 2024-25 school year to be held on Tuesday, August 27 in WHS Cafe B. Private session at 6:30p. Public portion of meeting resumes at 7p. https://bit.ly/BOEAgendas2024-2025. Meeting will be livestreamed; link to be posted on district website.


The Westfield Public School District has been recognized for initiatives that promote sustainable practices and educate students to be responsible environmental stewards. https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1725461

Our classrooms are gleaming as our custodial teams methodically work through the herculean task of the summer deep clean. We can't wait to welcome our students back on Thursday, September 5! Here's a glimpse at Franklin and Wilson.

Thank you to the WHS girls and boys basketball team who volunteered their time to provide physical education opportunities for students in the Extended School Year Program. More on how ESY reinforces and strengthens skills here: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1715537