The Board approved new district administration appointments at last night's meeting. Congratulations to Dr. Greer, Mrs. Schall, and Mrs. McCabe! https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1149081
The Board of Education meets on Tuesday, June 13 in WHS Cafe B. 5:30p private session; 6p public meeting resumes beginning with student and staff recognitions. Agenda: https://bit.ly/BOEAgendas2022-23. Livestream: https://bit.ly/BOELiveStream202223
5th graders are in Sandy Hook now!!
Principal's for the Day! The Iafolla brothers had a highly educational and productive day being Mr. Duelks. Mr. Duelks very much enjoyed going fishing for the day as he knew the school was in good hands.
Lunch with Mr. Duelks!! Always looking for ways to connect with students, Mr. Duelks meets with these second graders to learn more about their school year!
Second generation Holocaust survivor visits Tamaques School today to speak with our 5th graders. Mr. Joel Lebowitz's father was in the woods with the Bielski brothers during the Holocaust. The Bielski brothers were a part of a group from Belarus who helped provide shelter for primarily women, children and the elderly who were able to flee into the forest.
Spring Book Fair is back!! Such a beautiful day to book shop and encourage reading!
Reminder: Schools will be closed this Friday, May 26 through next Tuesday, May 30.
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
5th grade spring concert tonight!
Our 5th grade band and chorus performed today for their schoolmates and are excited for this evening's performance - good luck!
Congratulations to Dr. Matthew Bolton, appointed Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum, Instruction and Programs, effective July 1! https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1110419
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
It's teacher staff appreciation week at Tamaques and cinco de mayo today! As a way to recognize both, our fantastic PTO has provided a Mexican food truck for our staff lunch!
Thank you PTO!!
NJSLA downtime for our 5th graders - today all of our 5th graders were treated to learning about and interacting with local therapy dogs as a way to unwind from state testing.
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
Learning about the Holocaust by way of exploring those cities/towns/areas mentioned in the book, Number the Stars by way of Google Earth. Thank you , Ms. Jeanine Gottko, District Master Technology Teacher for hosting with 5S this morning!
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
Thanks Mr. Tom & Mr. Jonathan! Our two fantastic crossing guards were recognized this morning, along with all of the districts crossing guards at the Municipal Building. Along with members from our schools PTO, Dr. Gonzalez, Mayor Brindle, Town Administrator Gildea and Chief Battiloro were in attendance.
Glow Day Learning- 5th graders are getting ready for NJSLA testing by participating in learning experiences that are tied to the curriculum for math!
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
