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Photo of Washington 5th graders waving during Grade 5 Clap Out Car Parade.
Photo of Washington principal and staff waving to 5th graders during Grade 5 Clap Out Car Parade.
Photo of Washington School sign with rainbow made of balloons in background.
Photo of Washington teacher holding sign up during car parade.
Photo of cars lined up for Washington teacher parade.
Photo of Washington students in front of rainbow made out of balloons.
Photo of Washington PTO moms with packages from Caring and Sharing Holiday Gift Drive.
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.
Photo of Washington School staff and students dancing at Board Meeting during celebration of Blue Ribbon ceremony.
Photo of Dr Dolan, Dr Perry & Washington School teacher posing with National Blue Ribbon Schools program director during ceremony.
Photo of a group of Washington 5th grade girls dressed as lifeguards for Halloween.
Aerial photo of Washington staff dressed in blue and in the shape of a Blue Ribbon to celebrate their designation as a National Blue Ribbon School.
Photo of Washington students wearing National Blue Ribbon shirts.
Photo of Washington students cheering as the school is announced as a 2019 National Blue Ribbon School.
Ten new murals adorn the Washington School gymnasium, thanks to a creative collaboration of 5th graders, parents, teachers, WHS graphic design students, the Westfield Coalition for the Arts, and a local graphic arts company.
Photo of Westfield Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Margaret Dolan as she reads to 2nd graders at Washington School during Read Across America activities.
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1st graders enjoy a Valentine's Day singalong at Washington School.
The Washington School band and chorus (4th and 5th graders) performs a holiday concert for students and staff.
: Washington School 3rd graders enjoy coding and programming during Hour of the Code activities on Dec. 5.
Washington School class has fun making faces for the camera during a class Halloween party.
Washington School students participate in the Recess Runners Club for fitness and fun.
Washington School crossing guard Bob Lewis greets students and families as they arrive on first day of school.
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New board member Sahar Aziz (lower right) is sworn in by Board Attorney Richard Kaplow before the virtual reorganization meeting of the Westfield Board of Education on Jan. 5. New members Leila Morrelli and Sonal Patel also were sworn in prior to the meeting.

BOE Welcomes New Members

At its reorganization meeting on Jan. 5, 2021, the Westfield Board of Education welcomed new members Sahar Aziz, Leila Morrelli, and Sonal Patel, who were sworn in by Board Attorney Richard Kaplow before the virtual meeting.
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Community Survey on Racial Literacy

Westfield Public Schools, in partnership with the Westfield Education Fund, is sponsoring a year-long community learning series on the topic of racial literacy. We invite and encourage members of the community to complete a brief survey to help us plan community learning experiences. For more on this important initiative and to access the "Responding to Hate" survey link, click the article headline to read on.
Promotional poster. Original artwork by Edison Intermediate School 8th grader Ashlynn Pepe.

Edison Theater Guild to Present Fun Night of Virtual Theater on January 8 & 9

The Edison Intermediate School Theater Guild proudly presents its Eighth Grade Drama – “The Complete History of Theater (Abridged)” – to be streamed on Friday, January 8 and Saturday, January 9 at 7:30 p.m. on both evenings. The Edison Intermediate School 8th grade actors and technical crew have created an amazing online show. They look forward to welcoming viewers for a fun night of virtual theater. Read more on how to purchase a StreamPass to attend this virtual performance.
Members of the Westfield High School Community Service Club held a leaf-raking fundraiser in November, raising $1,250 in donations to help members of the community in need.

Giving Back in Times of COVID

Whether creating holiday cards for senior care facilities, conducting food drives and collecting warm clothing for families in need, or donating masks and cleaning wipes to school staff, the Westfield Public Schools community continues its tradition of giving, despite challenges presented by COVID-19.
Jefferson 1st grader Lucas Perlmutter and his teacher, Mrs. DeNicola, pose for pictures in front of the 1st grader's winning Teacher Appreciation Poster, displayed in downtown Westfield.

Students Celebrate Teachers through Poetry, Essays, and Art

Whether teaching life lessons using quotes of famous people, spreading Math cheer, encouraging creative writing, or being a good listener, teachers in Westfield Public Schools were lauded by their students who used poetry, essays, song, and art to thank the educators during this time of COVID.
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Technology Problem Solving Tips

The district's Technology Department has created a list of tips to help families and staff navigate common technology problems related to remote learning.
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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.