116 WHS 12th graders are graduating with the Seal of Biliteracy, demonstrating proficiency in two or more languages. Congratulations to all!
WHS Marking Period 3 Honor Rolls are out. Congratulations to all! https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/o/whs/article/2218436
My Shadowlight is coming to WHS May 13–14, an interactive, immersive experience inside an exact replica of a WWII cattle car used to transport Jews and others to concentration camps. Open to the public 3–5p both days. Space is limited—register here: https://bit.ly/MyShadowlight
WHS Acting Principals, Mr. Loughran and Mr. Paterson, began Teacher Appreciation Week today announcing teacher awards. Congratulations to Mr. Rudy Scipioni, Ms. Paula Parada, Mr. Jeffrey Robbins and Mrs. Kimberly Gosen-Fowler!
Congratulations to the winners of the NJCTE High School Writing Contest, "Heart, Hope, Humanity" Elizabeth Williamson, 2nd Place - Poetry, Sasha Dambal, 2nd Place - Short Story, Mairin Fowler, 3rd Place - Poetry, and Ben Balaban (not pictured) 1st Place - Short Story
WHS members of the Future Educators Club had the opportunity to visit Jefferson Elementary School and experience a day in the life of a teacher. Thank you to the dedicated Jefferson teachers who welcomed our students and inspired the next generation of educators!
Based on preliminary results, voters APPROVED all questions in the budget vote and bond referendum! Check your email inbox for an update from Dr. G. Thank you for voting! Details: westfieldnjk12.org/vote
Polls close soon. If you have yet to cast your ballot in the Westfield Public Schools budget vote and bond referendum, in-person voting will remain open until 8 p.m. westfieldnjk12.org/vote
Tomorrow’s the day! The budget vote and bond referendum take place on April 15, offering a unique opportunity to leverage $57.5 million in debt service aid . Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Find your polling location here: westfieldnj.gov/236/Elections-Voting
The April 15 bond referendum includes up to $57.5M in state debt service aid—reducing the local share of costs. Learn what this would mean for Westfield Public Schools: westfieldnjk12.org/vote
📢 Reminder to all Westfield residents: Don't forget to visit our Budget + Bond portal for crucial information before going to the polls on April 15. Your vote counts ! westfieldnjk12.org/vote
🎥 Want to understand the details behind our April 15 Bond Referendum? Our video series breaks down the key projects, funding plans, and the process, making it easy for you to stay informed! Watch now and get the full picture: https://bit.ly/Bond-Referendum-Videos
The generosity is overwhelming! Bins were overflowing in anticipation of WHS Community Service Day. We've already emptied them multiple times, and the donations keep coming! Bins are located at the main entrance of WHS.
ICYMI 📬 Dr. G’s Budget + Bond email updates are posted in News section of district website. While each message contains important info, #1 explains how to vote, #2 outlines estimated costs, #3 breaks down school-by-school projects, and #4 provides a recap. westfieldnjk12.org
Spring Break is next week — but don’t forget! Westfield residents will vote next Tuesday on an additional spending proposal for the 2025-2026 school district operating budget, a facilities bond referendum, and school board candidates. westfieldnjk12.org/vote
You received your Vote By Mail ballot and are ready to submit it – now what? There are three convenient ways to deliver your marked ballot. More voter information is available on the “How to Vote” section of the portal. westfieldnjk12.org/vote
📚 The FAQ page on our Budget + Bond portal is one of the go-to resources for detailed answers and important information. westfieldnjk12.org/vote
Traveling for Spring Break? No need to miss casting your ballot in the April 15 Budget Vote + Bond Referendum. Visit the Fraser Building to apply for a ballot, mark it, and turn it in all at once. westfieldnjk12.org/vote
Westfield is one of the few school districts in New Jersey without Full Day Kindergarten. Bond Proposal 2 on the April 15 ballot aims to address this educational need to support student success. Visit our Budget + Bond portal to learn more. westfieldnjk12.org/vote
The bond referendum proposes relocating the high school woodshop to a new space—one that will reflect modern technologies and techniques to further prepare students with 21s century skills in design, fabrication, and innovation. WHS Engineering & Design teacher Laura Doyle explains the reasons behind this move. https://youtu.be/c0uW1UZep3s?si=Ry-JXVRy31gKhO2o
