More on the 2023-2024 School Budget at the BOE meeting on Tuesday, February 28 in Cafe B at WHS. Meeting begins at 6p, Board goes immediately into private session, public session resumes @ 7p. Agenda: https://bit.ly/BOEAgendas2022-23 Livestream: https://bit.ly/BOELiveStream202223
6th graders enjoying the Pickleball Unit in physical education class.
Want to serve on the Board of Education? A reminder that the deadline to submit a petition for candidacy in the April 25, 2023 School Board Election is 3 p.m., March 6. Petitions/more information:
https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/page/april-2023-school-board-election-information
RIS Peer Leaders hard at work today!
As part of a generous donation from Westfield Education Fund, Imagine, A Center for Coping with Loss will host a virtual presentation for parents/caregivers on March 9 entitled "Supporting Children Coping with Loss." Learn more: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1003886
This week during homeroom, students were given the opportunity to write a kind message to themselves or their peers on a sticky note that was then displayed on our “Throw Kindness like Confetti” bulletin board.
Our schools are closed on Friday, February 17 and February 20 in observance of Presidents Day. Enjoy!
The Student Council would like to thank everyone who contributed last week to our Food Drive to benefit the Presbyterian Church in Westfield. We were able to collect 1,029 items for those in need in our immediate area.
An update on the 2023-2024 School Budget and April 25 Budget Vote was provided at the February 7 meeting of the Board of Education. Read more in the synopsis:
https://bit.ly/BOEMeetingSynopsisFeb72023
Congratulations to our intermediate school student musicians, selected to perform with Central Jersey region band and orchestra ensembles in March! https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/994956
Lottery Registration for the Westfield STEM Camp 2023 opens Friday, February 10 and closes Friday, February 17. This popular summer camp is for students entering Grades 3-8. All information, including how to register, at https://sites.google.com/westfieldnjk12.org/stemcamp/home.
Students in Mr. Lane’s 6th grade Social Studies classes were actively engaged in presenting their Ancient Egyptian belief system project.
Interested in sharing your college or career experience with our WHS students? Check out the Blue Devil Community Network. We look forward to hearing from you! https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/989458
Congratulations Alex and Nathan! They were recently accepted into the CJMEA Intermediate Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble.
The 2023-2024 School Budget and April 25 Budget Vote will be among the presentations at the BOE meeting on Tuesday, February 7 at 7 p.m. in Cafeteria B at WHS. Agenda: https://bit.ly/BOEAgendas2022-23 Livestream: https://bit.ly/BOELiveStream202223
Students at RIS watched a powerful live performance called "Through the Eyes of a Friend". This presentation by Living Voices parallels the life of Anne Frank.
7th grade students are growing hydroponic plants in the classroom to assist them in understanding photosynthesis.
Ms. Goodwin's 7th grade TED II classes are learning about circuitry to create a variety of different projects. Controlling the brightness of a light, to building a remote control to drive a car- the creations are endless.
RIS Spirit Week is in Full Swing = Hawaiian Day
Save the Dates for Westfield STEM Camp 2023. Registration will be in mid-February for this popular summer camp. Stay tuned!
