Wilson’s 1st and 2nd graders are building their locomotor and manipulative skills through fun, collaborative activities in gym class.
6 months ago, Wilson Elementary School
students playing during gym class
students crawling through hoop structure during gym class
students posing by hoop structure during gym class
Wilson’s second-grade artists took inspiration from the artist Paul Klee to create their own Cat and Bird pieces. Through the use of bold colors and unique shapes, they brought their whiskered creations to life.
6 months ago, Wilson Elementary School
student working on their Cat and Bird art
student working on their Cat and Bird art
students holding their Cat and Bird art
students working on their Cat and Bird art
student working on their Cat and Bird art
Wilson students took inspiration from the book Balloons Over Broadway and brought the magic of the Thanksgiving Parade to life! From brainstorming designs to carefully crafting each piece, their imagination soared as high as the iconic parade balloons.
7 months ago, Wilson Elementary School
student holding their balloon design
student holding their balloon design
student holding their balloon design
students holding their balloon designs
student holding their balloon design
students holding their balloon designs
students holding their balloon designs
students holding their balloon designs
Our Wilson Wizards didn’t let the rain dampen their recess fun! They enjoyed a variety of indoor games and activities.
7 months ago, Wilson Elementary School
student with puzzle
students playing Twister
students playing knock hockey
students playing jenga
student holding up structure
students playing knock hockey
Today at Wilson, the incredible Basketball Jones brought the energy and inspiration! Along with basketball tricks that had everyone on their feet, he shared a powerful message: kindness matters. A simple hello, a helping hand, or a kind word can make a world of difference.
7 months ago, Wilson Elementary School
student with basketball on head
student with basketball on foot
Basketball Jones
students holding up basketball
student with ball on head
2 students holding up basketball
students raising their hands
students holding up their hands
In honor of Veterans Day, students took the time to write letters to members of our armed forces. This special project was also tied in with World Kindness Day, giving students a chance to practice kindness by reaching out to those who protect our freedoms.
7 months ago, Wilson Elementary School
students working on cards for Veteran's
students working on cards for Veteran's
students working on cards for Veteran's
Wilson fourth and fifth grade students welcomed local author Matt Myklusch. He shared the magic behind his books, gave us a peek into his creative writing process, and inspired our students to grow their love for reading and writing even more.
7 months ago, Wilson Elementary School
local author Matt Myklusch
local author Matt Myklusch speaking with students
local author Matt Myklusch taking questions
local author Matt Myklusch speaking to students
local author Matt Myklusch with a class
Some of our first grade students explored the fascinating properties of air using wind socks. Their curiosity took flight as they dove into this "windy" investigation.
7 months ago, Wilson Elementary School
students sitting with wind sock
student sitting with wind sock
students running with wind sock
student running with wind sock
Our amazing fifth graders are making a difference every week by showing kindness to the environment! They collect recyclable paper, proving that small actions can lead to big impacts.
7 months ago, Wilson Elementary School
students collecting paper recycling
students collecting paper recycling
Some of our third grade students kicked off their study of the human body with a challenge: teaming up to count and discover all 206 bones in the human skeleton.
7 months ago, Wilson Elementary School
students counting bones that make up the human skeleton
students counting bones that make up the human skeleton
Wilson fourth grade scientists investigated and observed the powerful impacts of physical weathering on rocks.
7 months ago, Wilson Elementary School
student observing rocks
student observing rocks
student observing rocks
Bravo to our talented Wilson students for their fantastic performance of The Rotten Princess! Loosely based on Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew, this lively production delivered laughs, drama, and a message about the power of kindness.
7 months ago, Wilson Elementary School
students sitting backstage
students sitting backstage
students performing a play
students performing a play
students performing a play
students performing a play
students performing a play
the play ensemble
Some of our Wilson Buddies took their learning outdoors. They dove into their stories, analyzing character traits and bringing them to life through creative illustrations.
7 months ago, Wilson Elementary School
students standing with their book and illustration
students sitting with their book and illustration
students sitting with their book and illustration
students with their book and illustration
The Westfield Public Schools and Town of Westfield are recipients of the 2024 Green Team Collaboration Award for their joint efforts in creating and promoting sustainable practices in our schools and the community. Full story: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1868555
7 months ago, Westfield Public Schools
Group photo at awards ceremony
Wilson students learned about the importance of Election Day and took part in the electoral process by casting their votes for a school spirit day. With 82% of the votes, November 27 will be pajama day!
7 months ago, Wilson Elementary School
student holding an Election Day booklet
students holding an Election Day booklet
student holding an Election Day booklet
students in front of Election Day slide
Faculty from Wilson and Franklin spent the afternoon collaboratively planning.
7 months ago, Wilson Elementary School
teachers having a discussion at a table
teachers having a discussion at a table
teachers having a discussion at a table
teachers having a discussion at a table
Students in Mrs. Heard's class designed their own beautiful rangoli patterns as they learned about the traditions of Diwali.
7 months ago, Wilson Elementary School
2 students holding rangoli
Ms. Brown’s students put their engineering skills to the test with a spooky twist! In a fun Marshmallow Ghost Stack Challenge, they worked together to build the tallest structures.
7 months ago, Wilson Elementary School
students working on marshmallow tower
students working on marshmallow tower
students working on marshmallow tower
students working on marshmallow tower
Here are a few photos from Wilson School's Happy Halloween festivities!
7 months ago, Wilson Elementary School
4 students in costume
students on playground equipment in costume
2 students in costume
student in yellow costume
student in gold dress
football player costume
1 student in costume
4 students in costume
2 students in costume
Here are a few photos from Wilson's annual Pumpkin Patch. Thank you to our PTO for supporting this tradition.
7 months ago, Wilson Elementary School
bluey and Mario pumpkins
“Bob” from Beetlejuice Pumpkin
Mrs.Potts pumpkin
inside out and turkey pumpkins
fairy house pumpkin
spa day pumpkin
captain underpants pumpkin
space pumpkin
bumblebee pumpkin
dia de Los muertos pumpkin