Westfield 2025 School Board Election: Who's Running, Where To Vote

The Westfield School Board Election is Tuesday, April 15. Check out our voter guide before you cast your ballot.

Westfield Intermediate Students Explore Space And The Arts

Students attended Space Camp at the Marshall Space Flight Center in Alabama and visited the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

Intermediate, High School Music Honors At Westfield Public Schools

The Westfield High School Wind Ensemble, Edison 7th grade violinist Emma Wang, and Westfield High School Choraleers were honored.

Westfield High School's 2nd Marking Period Honor Roll For 2024-25

The high school recognizes student achievement every marking period at two levels: Honor Roll and Distinguished Honor Roll.

Wilson Elementary School Donates $2K To Westfield Rescue Squad

The donation was part of the school's Coin Wars fundraiser for this year.

Westfield Board Of Education 2025: Rob Benacchio

Incumbent Rob Benacchio shares why he is running for election on the Westfield Board of Education in 2025.

Westfield Board Of Education 2025: Kristen T. Sonnek-Schmelz

Incumbent Kristen T. Sonnek-Schmelz shares why she is running for election on the Westfield Board of Education in 2025.

Westfield Board Of Education 2025: Violetta Watson

Violetta Watson shares why she is running for election on the Westfield Board of Education in 2025.

Westfield Student Recognized By '25 National Merit Scholarship Program

Fifteen Westfield High School students were also honored by the National College Board Recognition Program.

Tax Increase Introduced In Westfield School Budget For 2025-2026

The introduced budget proposes an increase of 2.92%. The public will also be asked to approve an additional spending increase of .26%.

Westfield School Board Shares Letter On Budget Vote, Bond Referendum

The Westfield Board of Education pens a Letter to the Editor ahead of the upcoming budget vote and bond referendum on April 15.

Westfield Board Of Education 2025: Mary Wickens

Incumbent Mary Wickens shares why she is running for election on the Westfield Board of Education in 2025.

Roselle Schools Owes Taxes To IRS, Implements Corrective Action Plan

The District has been assessed interest and penalties from the IRS as a result of a failure to make a proper federal tax deposit.

Honorable Ann P. Conti Scholarship Fund Accepting 2025 Applications

Union County residents attending a New Jersey law school are welcome to apply by March 24.

Meet The Candidates Running For Westfield School Board

Incumbents Robert Benacchio, Kristen Sonnek Schmelz, and Mary Wickens along with newcomer Violetta Watson are running for a seat.

Westfield Schools Will Get More State Aid For 2025-26

On Thursday, the state Department of Education released the 2025-26 state funding figures, showing how $12.1 billion will support schools.

See Who Is Running For Westfield School Board In April 2025

Four candidates are vying for three open seats on the Westfield Board of Education.

Spring Theater Productions in Westfield Public Schools

Mark your calendars for the following performances at Edison and Roosevelt Intermediate Schools and Westfield High School:

Deadline Moved For Westfield School Board Candidates To File Petitions

The deadline to submit completed petitions for candidacy in the April 15 School Board Election has been moved to Feb. 24.

2 Lockdowns At Westfield High School In Same Day

The sources of both threats were identified and brought to the Westfield Police Department for questioning, said authorities.

2nd Westfield High School Lockdown, Shelter In Place Lifted

This was the second emergency lockdown issued at Westfield High School on Wednesday.

Lockdown Lifted At Westfield High School After Social Media Threat

"I am pleased to report that the threat has been resolved, everyone is safe, and classes have resumed as normal": Acting Principal Loughran.

Westfield's Coordinator of School, Community Relations Retires

Mary Ann McGann served as Westfield's Coordinator of School and Community Relations for the past seven years.

Music Honors At Westfield Public Schools

Westfield student musicians have been selected to perform in band and orchestra ensembles at the state and regional levels.

Delayed Opening For Westfield Schools Due To Winter Storm

Forecasters predict mixed precipitation overnight with a mix of rain, snow, sleet, and ice on Thursday morning.

Westfield's Holy Trinity School Celebrates Catholic Schools Week

While visiting a local nursing facility, students from Westfield’s Holy Trinity School played bingo with residents.

Westfield High School Wind Ensemble To Perform 'Wild Symphony'

The accompanying children’s book will be read by elementary music teacher Trevor Sindorf throughout the performance.

Westfield Public Schools Recognized For Arts Advocacy

The Westfield School District’s Visual and Performing Arts Department is a recipient of the 2025 Music for All Advocacy in Action Awards.

Westfield Student Recipients Of MLK Award Recognized

20 elementary and intermediate school students in the Westfield Public Schools were awarded at 38th Annual Interfaith Service.

New Later School Start Times In Westfield Approved

The new start and end times impact elementary, intermediate, and high school students in Westfield.

Golden Pass Program Expands To Westfield Intermediate School Shows

Launched more than a decade ago, the program provides residents ages 65 and older free entrance to many sports events, and performances.

'No Question Additional Funding Proposal Needed' In Westfield: Super

Superintendent Dr. Raymond Gonzalez provided the community with an update on the upcoming budget and referendum vote in April.

School Board Candidates Sought In Westfield For April Election

Interested candidates can file to run for a seat on the school board during the April 15 Election.

Kindergarten, Grade 1 Registration Open In Westfield For 2025-2026

Detailed instructions and forms are available under "Student Registration" at westfieldnjk12.org.

Westfield High School Counseling Department Launches New Programming

The Westfield High School Counseling Department hosted its 1st Annual WHS Grads Return event on Dec. 17.

Westfield High School Music Honors

"Students are chosen for the All-Eastern ensembles based on their scores from their respective All-State Choirs": Choral Director Brzozowski

Westfield Student Artist Receives Nationwide Recognition

Sophia Basaldua has been selected among 50 students nationwide to have artwork featured in College Board’s 2024 AP Art and Design Exhibit.

Westfield High School's 1st Marking Period Honor Roll For 2024-25

The high school recognizes student achievement every marking period at two levels: Honor Roll and Distinguished Honor Roll.

Westfield HS Students Visit NJ State House For Firsthand Civics Lesson

The field trip was organized by language arts teacher Bailey Verdone and social studies teacher Antony Farag.

3 Westfield HS Students Recognized With 'Lift While You Climb' Award

12th grader Ethan Selvers and 11th graders Jose Flores Rodriguez and Chloe Martin were nominated by WHS faculty and staff.