September 2021

Superintendent's Corner

Welcome to the inaugural issue of our monthly digital newsletter. Here you will find updates regarding our Safe Return Plan, District Goals, Board policies and other Board actions, upcoming dates for your calendars, and lots of good news and photographs from around the school district. The NEWS Letter is just one of many efforts to increase engagement and to keep the school community informed. We hope you enjoy it and welcome any feedback at mmcgann@westfieldnjk12.org.

The first month of the new school year has gotten off to a great start. It has been a life-affirming experience to see our students and staff back in our classrooms and schools, laughing, listening, and learning. I wish all of you a healthy and happy school year.

Dr. G.

WHAT'S NEW?

District and Board Goals

What are District Goals?

National Merit Semifinalists & Commended Students

IMPORTANT DATES

Oct 4-8: Week of Respect

Oct 11: Schools Closed / Staff Inservice

Oct 13: BOE Candidates Night

Oct 12, 13, 14: Start Strong Assessments - Intermediate & WHS

Oct 14 & 15: Start Strong Assessments - Elementary

Oct 20: PTC Meeting

Oct 25-29: Red Ribbon Week

Board Corner

Board agendas/minutes, meeting schedules and highlights, recordings, policies, presentations and much more are posted on the Board tab at www.westfieldnjk12.org.

NEXT BOARD MEETINGS

Tuesday, October 5 at 6 p.m.

Tuesday, October 19 at 7 p.m.

WHS Cafeteria B

BOARD POLICIES

No new policies were approved at the August 31 and September 21 Board meetings.

Community
Corner

The next general meeting of the Parent Teacher Council (PTC) will be held on October 20 at 10:15 a.m. in the Board Room at 302 Elm Street. To learn more about the PTC and how you can become involved, visit the PTC page under "Family Resources" at www.westfieldnjk12.org.

Meet the candidates running for the Westfield Board of Education as the Parent Teacher Council (PTC) holds a virtual Candidates Night on Wednesday, October 13 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Candidate bios and more information can be found under the Board tab at www.westfieldnjk12.org or by clicking HERE. To virtually attend the Candidates Night, please register here. A link to the virtual forum will be provided to everyone registered the day of the event. The evening will be moderated, with candidates asked a variety of questions to be gathered from the public prior to the forum. Questions may be submitted to ptc@westfieldnjk12.org by October 11.

Looking for District Information?

These
QUICK LINKS may be helpful.

Please visit the Community Flyers page on the "Family Resources" tab at www.westfieldnjk12.org to learn about upcoming events in the Westfield community.

A PICTURE IS WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS

Posing for a picture during recess

First Day of School

Welcome to Math

Sunshine and smiles

September 21 was IT Professionals Day.
We are grateful for our informational and instructional technology team.

Next up: Custodian Appreciation Day on October 2.

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Our Mission

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.