Westfield High School Marching Band Wraps Up 2024 Fall Season

The band finished the season performing in the New Jersey Marching Band Directors Association State Championships.

New Westfield AI Plan To Address Acceptable, Ethical Use In Schools

An Artificial Intelligence plan is being developed as a result of the district’s adoption of a new AI policy 2365.

Westfield High School Senior Dies In Car Crash

Westfield High School Acting Principal Tom Paterson shared the tragic news of Brandon Genlot's death with the community on Tuesday.

Record Number Of New Students Enroll At UCNJ Union College of Union Co

UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ announced it welcomed the largest number of new students this fall.

Façade Work Resumes 'For Now' At Westfield's Roosevelt School

An ongoing dispute between the lead contractor and one of the subcontractors is holding up the project in Westfield.

Westfield HS Students Tour Forensic Laboratory At The Nation’s Capital

Students also met with members of Congressman Thomas Kean Jr’s staff in Washington, D.C. for a Q&A session.

5 Westfield High School Students Earn Perfect Scores

The students earned perfect scores on subject area tests of the June 2024 ACT and SAT.

Free Pass To School Events For Westfield Senior Citizens

The Golden Pass allows Westfield residents 65 years and older to receive free admission to events that normally collect entrance fees.

Westfield HS Named Among Best Public High Schools In NJ

The latest Niche rankings show the best traditional public high schools in the nation. See where Westfield High School ranks:

'Understanding The HIB Process' Session Offered For Westfield Parents

This session is for parents and guardians of students in Grades Pre-K to 12 and will be held on Oct. 8 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Inclusive Playground Coming To Westfield's Franklin Elementary School

The renovated space will include 8 new pieces of accessible equipment with special surfacing, a student-designed mural, and pathways.

Westfield High School Student Named 2025 National Merit Semifinalist

The student is among the top 1 percent of highest scores on the PSAT and has a chance to earn a National Merit Scholarship.

Westfield Superintendent's New 5-Year Contract Approved

The Westfield Board of Education approved the new contract, which will expire in 2029, at its Tuesday meeting.

Westfield Schools Recognized For Promoting Walking, Bicycling

The Gold level certification under the New Jersey Safes Routes to School Recognition (SRTS) Program was awarded to all 6 elementary schools.

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.