Our 8th graders listened and reflected on the powerful message Mr. Stephen Hill shared with them today. Stephen will be back on Friday to continue the dialogue with our 8th graders.
Congratulations to this year's Lucky Leprechaun Contest Winners! Thank you to all staff and students that participated.
8th grade Science students were actively engaged in a self-chosen space activity. The students researched their topics and created a slideshow when presenting to their peers.
Congratulations to this group of 8th graders for putting forth a well thought-out bill to be presented (and hopefully passed) by the "President". We are very proud of how they presented in front of their peers during the Model Congress activity.
Jersey Cares Club is at it again - 2 Lunch Tuesday tomorrow at RIS
Student Assistance Coordinator, Mrs. Trottere, was in the Health classes this week teaching a lesson on Social Media's impact on body image and how to stay body positive.
Students enrolled in French classes made some creative masks for the start of Mardi Gras 2025!
8th Grade Social Studies students are fully engaged in their Model Congress unit. "United States Senators" work around the clock to get their Bills presented and passed!
Beautiful day to go outside for PE class! Our 8th graders were very excited to play football, four squares, soccer, and frisbee in the sun!
Middle school students coming together to make a difference, preparing lunches with care for those in need at the local food pantry. Great job Jersey Cares Club. Teamwork in action!
One of my favorite after-school clubs, RIS Afternoon Ramble, is jamming to 90's band "Reel Big Fish".
RIS Student Council Valentine's Day Candy Gram Sales raised money for the California Wildfire Foundation. We are very proud of our students.
Today's Black History assembly was a student-driven event and a true showcase of talent, reflection, and celebration.
Dating back to 1885, George Washington’s birthday was the first federal holiday honoring an individual’s birth date. In 1971, it moved to the third Monday in February, falling between Washington and Abraham Lincoln’s birthdays, inspiring the name Presidents Day. #PresidentsDay
REMINDER: The deadline to submit completed petitions for candidacy in April 15, 2025 School Board Election is 4p on Tues, Feb 25. Nominating petition updated to reflect new legislation requiring 25 signatures. https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/page/boardelectionapril2025
Check out our updated Bond + Budget portal with a robust schedule of community engagement sessions now posted. Whether in-person or remote, day or evening, there are plenty of opportunities to have your questions answered. westfieldnjk12.org/vote
We are so proud of our student body and Student Council Executive Board for all their efforts during our recent Food Drive.
As our 8th graders work on their culminating project, they participated in a moving assembly today, Through the Eyes of a Friend. Today's assembly uses a blend of dynamic performance and archival film to bring Anne Frank’s story and the experiences of young people during the Holocaust to life.
Due to inclement weather forecasted overnight expected to impact travel in the AM, all Westfield Public Schools will have delayed opening tomorrow (Thurs), Feb 6. Delayed opening schedule here: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/page/inclement-weather-procedures-school-closings
Looks like a fun-filled warm day in Orlando, Florida! RIS & EIS 8th graders are thoroughly enjoying the 2025 STEAM trip to Universal Studios and Kennedy Space Center.
