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Reflecting on First Week of Distance Learning

: Edison students take part in a master class conducted by the Carolyn Dorfman Dance company on Feb. 4, exploring ways to express themselves through movement.

Artistic Expression through Movement

Photo of Tamaques 1st grader teachers dressed as elderly people on the 100th Day of School.

100 Days of School

Photo of Edison 8th grade peer leaders working with 6th graders on effective communication scenarios.

Edison's Tolerance Team

: (L-R) Westfield High School student musicians Max Tennant, Conor Daly, Patrick Gallagher, Alex Cha, and Aprina Wang will perform with the New Jersey Music Educators Association (NJMEA) All-State Band at NJPAC on Saturday, February 22.

All-State Band

Photo of Lincoln kindergartners singing during National Grandparents Day.

Smiles and Songs 

Photo of two Tamaques students smiling and holding handmade vortexes during STEAM Day.

STEAM Day at Tamaques

Photo of two Wilson 5th graders as Thomas Edison and Harry Houdini at annual

A Day at the Wax Museum

Photo of backs of three Grade 5 violinists during winter concert at Jefferson School.

Sounds of the Season

Photo of smiling kindergartners enjoying holiday concert.

Lincoln Kindergartners Enjoy Holiday Concert

Photo of Hanukkah craft made at Handmade Holidays event at McKinley School.

Handmade Holidays at McKinley

Photo of Dr. Lamont Repollet on the left - the Commissioner of Education; Kathy Goldenburg on the right -- the President of the State Board of Education; and Daryl Palmieri - the Union County Superintendent, posing with Drs. Perry and Dolan and teacher Christine Pitarresi during Blue Ribbon recognition in Trenton.

More National Blue Ribbon Celebrations

Photo of Jefferson robotics team

Jefferson Robotics Team to Compete in State Championship

Photo of Dr Dolan, Dr Perry & Washington School teacher posing with National Blue Ribbon Schools program director during ceremony.

Washington School Accepts National Blue Ribbon School Award

The WHS Girls Tennis Team who, for the first time in nearly a decade won the sectional championship, was recognized at last night's Board of Education meeting.

WHS Girls Tennis Team Recognized at Board Meeting as Sectional Champs

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Happy Veterans Day

Photo of decorated pumpkins in Wilson School Pumpkin Patch.

Wilson's Annual Pumpkin Patch

Photo of RIS students wearing pink for annual Pink Out in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Annual Pink Out at Roosevelt

Photo of Franklin dedication ceremony of new playground with lots of students, staff and parents.

Playground Dedication at Franklin

Photo of Jefferson School community and local officials at dedication of school garden.

Dedicating the Jefferson Learning Garden

Photo of kindergartners at Lincoln School in spirit wear shirts on Spirit Day.

Spirit Day at Lincoln

Photo of Franklin students wearing colorful shirts reflecting the Six Pillars of Character.

Week of "Extra" Respect

Aerial photo of Washington staff in blue shirts positioned in shape of a blue ribbon to celebrate designation as National Blue Ribbon School.

National Blue Ribbon Pride at Washington School

Photo of band, athletes, local dignitaries on Kehler field for re-dedication ceremony.

Rededication Ceremony at Gary Kehler Stadium

Photo of National Merit Semifinalists with WHS principal Mary Asfendis

National Merit Semifinalists

Photo of smiling RIS students on 2nd day of school.

First Day of School at RIS

Photo of 4 Wilson students on 2nd day of school.

First Day of School at Wilson

Roosevelt School Counselor Kim Schumacher leads Peaceful Playground, an ESY course on conflict resolution for preschool to 5th grade students.

Strengthening Skills with Extended School Year Program

Photo of WHS Class of 2019 throwing caps into air.

Congratulations, WHS Class of 2019!

Photo of members of the WHS Band performing a volunteer concert at a senior citizens residence.

Volunteer Concert for Westfield Senior Citizens

Photo of McKinley 4th graders representing Ireland in a recent International Celebration.

An International Celebration at McKinley

Photo of excited McKinley students running to try out new playground equipment.

The McKinley Oasis

Photo of annual walk-a-thon at Lincoln School.

Lincoln School Walk-a-Thon

Photo of Edison Intermediate School principal Dr. Matthew Bolton with four finalists of the Project CS Girls science competition.

STEM Competition Finalists at Edison

Photo of: : (From left) Westfield High School interim principal James DeSarno congratulates special education teacher Lara Rinaldi, English/Project ’79 teacher Erin McKeon, English teacher Aimee Burgoyne-Black, and custodian Mario Arana who are this year’s recipients of excellence awards for going above and beyond their responsibilities each day. The four will be recognized by the Westfield Board of Education on Tuesday, June 11 at 7 p.m. at 302 Elm Street.

Award Winning Staff

Photo of 4th graders performing in Wilson School Spring Band Concert on May 7, 2019.

Spring Concerts

Photo of a Math Bakery station in a Franklin School 4th grade classroom with math problems on

A Math Bakery at Franklin School

Photo of two students at Tamaques School participate in Grade 4 Wax Museum.

Tamaques School Wax Museum

: Dubbed the “Wingmen” and “Cover Girls” because they “take underclassmen under their wings and provide emotional cover,” 45 WHS juniors and seniors facilitated the annual Guy & Girl Thing at Westfield High School on March 22.

The Guy & Girl Thing at WHS

Photo of a kindergartner and his mother participating in Community Service Night activities at Tamaques School.

Community Service Week 

Photo of Westfield Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Margaret Dolan reading to 2nd graders at Washington School during Read Across America activities.

Read Across America Day 

Photo of bulletin board at Roosevelt Intermediate School that reads

Great Bulletin Board at RIS!

First graders enjoy a Valentine's Day singalong at Washington School.

Valentine's Day Singalong at Washington School

Washington School students enjoy coding activities during Computer Science Education Week.
Franklin School students join in a lively performance by Ginga Brasileira on Nov. 19 as students explore the history, language and culture of Brazil through music and dance. The dancers enlisted students in performing the Maculele, a stick dance from the Brazilian sugar cane plantations, while showcasing other dances including the Capoeira which combines dance, martial arts, and music. The event is part of a cultural arts program provided by the school’s Parent -Teacher Organization.
Tamaques principal David Duelks dresses as a fisherman with his staff as various ocean critters for Halloween 2018.

Halloween Fun at Tamaques

Washington School students run laps as part of the Recess Runners' Club.

Recess Running Club at Washington

Each 5th grader at Franklin School created a paper heart which then were combined to create giant peace signs on the auditorium doors and elsewhere.
Jefferson 1st graders wear the finest clothes for a themed day during Week of Respect.

Jefferson Students Dress Up for Week of Respect

Recent News

ALL WPS SCHOOLS CLOSED, BEGINNING MONDAY, MARCH 16

Beginning Monday, March 16, all Westfield Public Schools will be closed until further notice, due to COVID-19 (coronavirus) concerns. Please check your email for communications from Dr. Dolan. Information also is posted on the district website under "Coronavirus Information." Thank you for your patience and understanding.
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Coronavirus Information

The Westfield Public School District is committed to providing updates and guidance regarding Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), including recommendations from local, state, and national public health organizations. Please click on the heading above for important updates and resources on this evolving situation.
Westfield High School math teacher Callie Campbell posts a daily math joke and puzzle in the front windows of her Westfield home for passersby. “I hope the math joke and puzzle bring a smile or chuckle to people in this time of uncertainty while also serving as a fun learning for people of all ages.”

Pitching In to Give Back

Whether donating 10,000 medical gloves to an area hospital, helping to disinfect Westfield police vehicles, or setting up a social media fundraiser to buy grocery gift cards for families in need, the Westfield Public Schools community is pitching in to help during this public health crisis.
At its virtual public meeting on March 24, 2020, the Westfield Board of Education unanimously approved the appointment of Dr. Paul Duncan as principal of Franklin Elementary School, effective July 1, 2020.

A New Franklin Principal

At its public meeting on March 24, 2020, which was held remotely due to COVID-19 restrictions, the Westfield Board of Education unanimously approved the appointment of Dr. Paul Duncan as principal of Franklin Elementary School in Westfield, effective July 1, 2020.
Photo collage of Jefferson second graders during week one of distance learning.

Reflecting on First Week of Distance Learning

The Westfield Public School District began remote learning on Tues, March 17 with the district’s superintendent calling the response by the entire school community “inspiring.” Click the headline above to read more about what distance learning looked like in its first week.
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Philhower Fellowship Nominations

The deadline for nominations for the 28th annual Charles Philhower Fellowship Award is Friday, April 3, 2020. The Philhower Fellowship recognizes an outstanding full-time elementary teacher in the Westfield Public Schools each year.
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The Westfield Public School District, in partnership with families and community, educates all students to reach their highest potential as productive, well-balanced and responsible citizens who respect individual differences and diversity in an ever changing world.