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Photo of teacher directing students on first day of school.
Westfield Superintendent of Schools Dr. Raymond González welcomes back staff during an opening day ceremony on Sept. 1.

New Superintendent Welcomes Back Staff

Forty-two new educators participated in a two-day orientation on Aug. 30-31 as part of the New Staff Institute (NSI), a two-year program designed to support first-time educators and those who are new to the district.

District Welcomes New Staff

Franklin 3rd grader strikes a pose as Sonic the Hedgehog during Living Wax Museum.
Photo of Franklin 3rd grader dressed as Hermine from Harry Potter during Living Wax Museum.
Photo of Nancy Rygiel, 2021 Philhower Fellow, with superintendent, principals, and secretaries at Franklin School.
Photo of Franklin Glee Club in outdoor rehearsal
Photo of Franklin 2nd Grader participating in activities on China Day.
Photo of Franklin 2nd Grader participating in activities on China Day.
Photo of Franklin 2nd Grader participating in activities on China Day.
Screenshot of virtual Math Night at Franklin School.
Among the virtual activities during a 4th grade celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Jan. 15 was a picture of words that one class selected after reading the book
Photo of elementary students learning about mask wearing.
Photo of Franklin principal and staff waving to 5th graders during Grade 5 Clap Out Car Parade.
Photo of Franklin 5th grader and family during Grade 5 Clap Out Car Parade.
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Photo of Franklin students and staff aboard a bus filled with donated toys to be delivered to charitable organization in Newark.
Photo of Franklin 5th grade flute players during winter band concert.
Photo of Franklin 5th grade band during winter concert.
From left, Franklin School librarian/media specialist Rachel Kennedy welcomes former Westfield teacher, now a children’s author, Angela LaCarrubba on Oct. 7. LaCarrubba is pictured here with her grandsons, fifth grader Kyle LaCarrubba (center) and second grader Kellen LaCarrubba.
Photo of Franklin students wearing colorful shirts depicting the Six Pillars of Character.
Photo of Franklin School staff and students posing with new playground addition during ribbon cutting ceremony.
Photo of three Franklin students on Walk to School Day.
Photo of Franklin School tuba players with their tuba playing music director.
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Photo of Franklin 2nd graders learning the ancient art of Kung Fu as part of
All 2nd graders participated in Kindness Month by creating buckets full of necessary items for local first responders. Pictured here is the entire Franklin School 2nd grade class and their teachers.
Franklin School band and chorus perform a holiday concert in December 2018.
Franklin School students enjoy 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.
Each Franklin 5th grader created/decorated a paper heart with all hearts combined to create two large peace signs on the auditorium doors and elsewhere.
Franklin School 5th graders pose in front of
Franklin 1st graders wear
Photo of Franklin School sign with students and families arriving for start of a new school year.
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BOE Meetings Location Update

Regular Board of Education meetings will be held in Cafeteria B at Westfield High School for the foreseeable future, beginning at 7 p.m. unless otherwise specified. Please enter at the door in the back parking lot. All attendees are required to wear masks.
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Welcome Back!

Students received an enthusiastic welcome back from administrators, teachers, and staff as Westfield Public Schools kicked off the 2021-2022 school year on September 9.
Photo 1 Caption: Westfield Superintendent of Schools Dr. Raymond González welcomes back staff during an opening day ceremony on Sept. 1.

Welcome back, Staff!

Superintendent Dr. Raymond González welcomed back staff on Wednesday, Sept. 1 as the Westfield Public School District prepared for the return of students on Thursday, Sept. 9. During two opening day ceremonies for elementary and secondary educators, González -- who joined the district on Aug. 2 -- welcomed 42 new staff members and applauded the teachers and staff gathered in the Westfield High School auditorium for their dedication, perseverance, and commitment to their students throughout the pandemic.
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A Safe Return to School - 2021-2022

We are excited to welcome students and staff in September. Here are key highlights, with a link to the district's more detailed plan, "A Safe Return to School 2021-2022."
This year’s English Language Learners (ELL) Summer Experience had an Olympic theme, as Westfield students in grades 1-5 participated in enriching activities to help them continue their English language acquisition.

ELL Summer Experience

An Olympic theme was the focus of the English Language Learners (ELL) Summer Experience, a camp for Westfield students that provides meaningful enrichment activities to help students continue their English language acquisition.
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Little Library

Franklin students and staff recently unveiled a miniature lending library, part of a global book-sharing movement with the goal of inspiring a love of reading and giving back to the local community.
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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.