Westfield Schools’ Extended School Year Program Wraps Up

The program assists students with Individualized Educational Plans to prevent skill regression and prepare for the upcoming school year.

Union County Teacher Of The Year Awarded To Kenilworth Educator

Alejandro Mejía, a David Brearley Middle-High School Spanish Teacher, was honored for his hard work and dedication.

Westfield School Calendar For 2024-25: Key Dates To Know

Parents in Westfield can mark the first day of school, coming in September.

Westfield High School's 4th Marking Period Honor Roll For 2023-2024

Westfield High School recognizes student achievement every marking period at two levels: Honor Roll and Distinguished Honor Roll.

Westfield Kids Take Part In Multilingual Learners Summer Experience

This year's program welcomed students whose native languages include Chinese, Hebrew, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, and Ukrainian.

Heat Wave Forces Westfield High School To Move Graduation

The predicted heat index of 97-98 degrees on Thursday prompted school officials to move the ceremony to Friday morning.

Academic Honors At Westfield High School

Westfield High School students earned perfect scores on recent ACT and SAT subject area tests and some also received the Seal of Biliteracy.

New Preschool And Daycare Opening In Westfield

Apple Montessori Westfield offers a multipurpose space/indoor gym, certified outdoor classrooms, and plans for a saltwater swimming pool.

Meet Westfield High School National Merit Scholars

The merit scholar winners were among 2,500 winners nationwide and were selected from a pool of more than 15,000 finalists.

More Than 700 Graduate From UCNJ At Spring Commencement

There were two ceremonies to accommodate more than 700 graduates and their families.

Westfield Native, ABC News Reporter Matt Gutman Speaks To Students

Matt Gutman spoke about his experience as a war zone reporter to students at his alma mater Newark Academy.

Westfield HS Theatre Department Receives 21 Foxy Award Nominations

The cast and crew of the WHS Theatre Department productions of "Antigone" and "Sunday in the Park with George" were recognized.

Westfield High School Names Award-Winning Educators

John Cheddar, Gregory Bowers, Craig Stanton, and Shawn McDonald were all honored.

4 Westfield Students Win National Merit $2,500 Scholarship

The 2024 National Merit $2,500 Scholarship winners were announced Wednesday. See the Westfield winners.

New Athletic Director, WHS Assistant Principal Appointed In Westfield

James DeSarno and Jacqueline Spring were both appointed by the Westfield Board of Education on Tuesday night.

New President Chosen, Board Members Sworn In At Westfield School

The Westfield Board of Education held its reorganization meeting on May 1.

Westfield Named Among Top 40 NJ High Schools: U.S. News

U.S. News & World Report released its annual list of best high schools in the country. See where Westfield High School ranked.

20 Westfield High School Student-Athletes Sign Letters Of Intent

The letters signify recognition of the seniors' accomplishments both academically and athletically.

Westfield Passes $1.6M Spending Proposal: Unofficial Results

Additionally, voters elected three of the six candidates vying for seats on the Westfield Board of Education.

Westfield $1.6M Spending Proposal, School Board Election: Voting Info

See who is running for Westfield Board of Education and where to vote on Tuesday:

Westfield Locals Urged To Vote On Additional Spending Proposal: Letter

Superintendent of Westfield Public Schools Dr. Raymond González released a letter about the upcoming public vote on the $1.6M proposal.

Westfield Public Schools Earn Award For Its Music Program

It’s music to Westfield's ears.

Westfield Public Schools Hold Community Service Week

Westfield Public Schools participated in a districtwide community service initiative during the week of March 18.

Prelude to Italy: Westfield HS Band Send-Off Community Concert

Students will visit the cities of Rome, Latina, Spoleto, Assisi, Florence, Lucca, and Siena.

Edison Intermediate School To Present Disney's 'Frozen, Jr.'

The spring musical will be held at 4 p.m. on Thursday, March 21, and 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, March 22 and 23.

Tax Increase Proposed In Westfield School Budget For 2024-25

Superintendent Dr. Raymond Gonzalez and Business Administrator Patricia Ramos presented the budget at the March 5 meeting.

No Tuition Increase At Union College For 5th Year

UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ students taking a full-time schedule of 12 to 18 credits will continue to pay $2,640 per semester.

Virtual School Board Candidates Night In Westfield

Six people are running for three, three-year term seats on the Westfield Board of Education.

Nominations Welcomed For 2024 Philhower And Steengrafe Awards

The deadline to submit a nomination for both awards is Thursday, March 28.

Westfield Schools Will Get More State Aid For 2024-25

The more than 11 percent increase in funding is part of the Gov. Phil Murphy's school aid plan for the 2024-25 school year.

Westfield Public Schools To Celebrate The Arts In March

A reception on March 5 will include an art show featuring Westfield High School 11th grader Sophia Basaldua and 12th grader Danielle Might.

Voter Registration Deadline For Westfield School Election Approaches

The Annual School Board Election will be held on April 16 from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

All Westfield Schools Closed Tuesday Due To Snow

The Westfield Public Schools made the announcement on Monday night ahead of the storm.

WHS Student-Run Publication 'Optic Magazine' Receives Top Honors

This category recognizes the top-scoring HS and college student magazines nationally for the organization’s Scholastic Newspaper Awards.

Westfield Student Finalists Recognized At 11th Annual Palooza

Submissions consisted of posters, poetry, and public service announcements depicting the theme, "Be Kind To Your Mind, Live Drug-Free."

Anti-Semitism, Hate Is 'Unacceptable In Westfield,' Says Student

Student Representative Casey Isser gave a report to the Board of Education at the Tuesday night meeting.

15 Westfield High School students Earn Perfect ACT, SAT Scores

Congrats Westfield students!

Westfield Student Recipients of MLK Award Recognized

The students were welcomed at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Association’s 37th Annual Interfaith Service.

Kean University, Union College Switch To Remote Friday Due To Snow

A winter weather advisory will be in effect on Friday for the Union County area.

Early Dismissal For All Westfield Schools Friday Due To Snow

A winter weather advisory will be in effect from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday in Westfield.