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Hybrid Learning at Wilson

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Outdoor Exercise at Tamaques

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First Day of School

Photo of @ 90 WHS seniors who received the Seal of Biliteracy.

WHS Seal of Biliteracy

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Congratulations, Class of 2020!

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Congratulations, Class of 2020!

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Congratulations, Class of 2020!

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Grade 5 Clap Outs

Photo of McKinley 5th grader and family waving to 5th grade teachers during Grade 5 Clap Out Car Parade.

Grade 5 Clap Outs

Photo of coach next to players in car as they drive thru to pick up varsity letters during COVID-19 restrictions.

Drive-Thru Varsity Letter Pickup

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A Field Day Tradition

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A Special Surprise for Seniors

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No Place for Hate

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A Virtual College Decision Day

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#AtHomeTogether

Banners adorn the Rahway Avenue fence of Gary Kehler Stadium, a special tribute to Westfield High School student athletes whose spring season is on hold due to COVID-19 restrictions.

Honoring Spring Student-Athletes

Banners adorn the Rahway Avenue fence of Gary Kehler Stadium, a special tribute to Westfield High School student athletes whose spring season is on hold due to COVID-19 restrictions.

Honoring Spring Student-Athletes

Photo of Washington School students holding signs in front of rainbow made of balloons.

An Uplifting Show of Unity

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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

Photo of Lincoln kindergartners singing during National Grandparents Day.

Smiles and Songs 

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

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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 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

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

Volunteer Concert for Westfield Senior Citizens

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

The McKinley Oasis

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

Spring Concerts

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A Math Bakery at Franklin School

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 

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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.
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

Westfield High School principal Mary Asfendis (right) congratulates senior Grace Endy, a 2021 National Merit Semifinalist.

Academic Excellence at Westfield High School

Westfield High School students continue to be recognized for academic excellence in a number of different areas, including speech/debate, SAT perfect scores, and the 2021 National Merit Scholarship Program.
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Virtual BTSN Bulletin Board at Lincoln

A successful virtual Back-to-School Night at Lincoln, with parents helping to create a beautiful virtual bulletin board containing special wishes/intentions/messages for their children.
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Racial Literacy

With the support of the Westfield Education Fund (WEF), the Westfield Public School District has unveiled an important new educational initiative aimed at improving discussions of race in classrooms across the district.
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National Merit Semifinalists

Congratulations to Westfield High School seniors Grace Endy, Samantha Salz, and Maxwell Scialabba, who have been named semifinalists in the 2021 National Merit Scholarship Program.
Photo of teacher & student elbow bumping on first day of school.

First Day of School

A glimpse at the first day of school, along with what our new staff and seasoned professionals have been doing to prepare.
Photo of WHS graduates with decorated caps.

Congratulations, Class of 2020!

The Westfield High School Class of 2020 officially received their diplomas on Thursday, July 9 after a thunderstorm cut short the initial commencement ceremony the day before.
Photo of Wilson teacher waving to 5th grader and family during Grade 5 Clap Out Car Parade.

Grade 5 Clap Outs

There were smiles and sunshine for our elementary Grade 5 Clap Outs, held via car parades this year due to COVID-19. Lots of photographs of those special days can be found here.
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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.