Masks At Westfield Schools To Be Optional 'In Most Instances'

Superintendent Raymond González announced that Westfield Schools will go mask-optional, with a few exceptions, at Tuesday night's meeting.

700+ Parents Sign Petition For 'Mask Choice' At Westfield Schools

Frustrated with the school district's indecision over mask policies, parents created an online petition to advocate for 'mask choice.'

Westfield Band Director Named To '40 Under 40' Music Program

The Westfield High School band director was recognized by Yamaha for his achievements as an educator and growing the WHS music program.

Westfield Parents Test Mask Policy With Pizza Delivery At Meeting

The president of the board of education asked people to keep masks on during the meeting when boxes of pizza were delivered.

Masks Might Be Optional In Westfield Schools Starting March 7

Superintendent Raymond González said Westfield Schools will continue to monitor COVID cases before making masks optional district wide.

Westfield MLK Association Hosts Essay Contest

"We were impressed with the thoughtful essays, poems, artwork, and PSAs that we received this year."

Many NJ Schools Cancel, Adjust Midterms Due To COVID Concerns

With the surge in COVID-19 cases bringing added stress to many high schoolers, several NJ schools have modified their midterm exams.

No 'Test-To-Stay' In Westfield Schools — For Now

As COVID-19 surges across the state and country, some schools have implemented a "test-to-stay" strategy. Westfield will not at this time.

Westfield Elementary Schools Return To Full Day, WHS Half Days

All elementary schools will return to in-person, full days this week. Intermediate and high schools will remain on a half-day schedule.

COVID Surge Forces Westfield High School To Go Virtual Monday

Due to a surge in reported positive COVID cases over the weekend and staffing shortages, Westfield High School will go virtual on Monday.

Union County College : Three Union Students Chosen To Participate In The Kaplan Leadership Program

Union students selected as KLP Scholars are Marlon Arteaga, of Elizabeth; Sybel Francois, of Springfield; and Belicia Kensah, also of El ...

Westfield Officials Investigate Several Hate Incidents At WHS

Swastikas and a racial slur were found carved into a bathroom stall at Westfield High School.

Seven Westfield High School Students Got Perfect SAT, ACT Scores

Congratulations to these students!

Westfield Senior Writes Poem Encompassing Graduation Emotions

Graduating during a global pandemic is a heavy topic to grapple with, but this Westfield High School senior put his thoughts into a poem.

2021 College Aid: How Westfield Area Compares In Application Rates

See how FAFSA applications changed for Westfield area high schools.

Union County College : College Board Of Governors Chair Mary Zimmermann Elected Chair Of The New Jersey Council Of County Colleges

Mrs. Zimmermann, of Summit, is a proud 2001 alumna of Union County College and a zealous advocate for the needs of Union students. She h ...

Westfield School Board Preview: Employee Vaccines, Virtual Class

Westfield's School Board meeting will be held Tuesday at 7 p.m.

Oak Knoll Senior From Westfield Signs College Letter Of Intent

Trinity Koetje plans to continue playing lacrosse at Georgetown University.

Union County College : College Received $2.9M Title V Grant For New ExCEL Program

With the funding from the grant, Union College will implement Project ExCEL (Experiential Center for Education and Leadership) to improv ...

Union County College : College One Of 150 U.S. Community College Eligible For 2023 Aspen Prize

The 150 eligible colleges have been invited to submit data and narratives as the next steps in an intensive data and practice review pro ...

Union County College : Union County College Dedicates Weidenburner Hall In Honor Of Largest Single Donation

Prior to his death, Mr. Weidenburner established this endowed scholarship with the Union County College Foundation in his parents' name. ...

Union County College : College Celebrates Largest Graduating Class In Its History

Over the past decade, the College has refocused its efforts on student success and outcomes. This includes modernizing and streamlining ...

Union County College : College Students Participated In NASA Career Simulation

During the week, students assumed the role of NASA employees and engaged in authentic learning by building an Autonomous Pop-Up Flat Fol ...

Union County College : College Celebrates Completion Of Roy W. Smith Theater Renovation

The comprehensive renovation of the Theater included: complete redesign, new interior finishes and seating, new state of the art lightin ...

Westfield Congratulates National Merit Semifinalists

Thirty-four WHS students were also recognized for their exceptional academic promise as Commended Students.

Westfield Public Schools Come Out On Top In NJ District Rankings

An annual list of the top public school districts in New Jersey put Westfield near the top. See which other schools made the grade.

Union County College : Looking For A New Career – Train To Become A Pharmacy Technician!

Working under the supervision of a Licensed Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technicians speak with customers to acquire information, count tablets, ...

Best And Brightest: Westfield's Merit Scholar Semifinalists

Westfield's Merit Scholar Semifinalists have been announced. How do they compare with past years?

New Superintendent Welcomes Staff To School Year

Students returned to the classroom Sept. 9.

Westfield Residents Seek Help For Homeless Students

A local group is seeking supplies for homeless Union County students at two locations in Westfield next week.

Meet Westfield School Superintendent And Get Ice Cream

The Westfield Education Fund is hosting an event for families to meet new Superintendent Raymond Gonzalez. There will also be ice cream.

Westfield Businesswoman Wants Safer Buses For Special Needs Kids

A local legislator and a Union County mom will hold a press conference Thursday to push for GPS trackers on buses for special needs students

Westfield Special Education Student Wins Scholarship For College

Calais School graduate Rory Scialabba will study sports management at Misericordia University in Pennsylvania.

Westfield's School Reopening: 3-Foot Distancing, More Amid COVID

The Westfield schools will try to maintain 3-foot social distancing. See more highlights of the district's "Safe Return To School" plan.

Westfield Issues Guidance As Hurricane Henri Nears

Westfield is under a flood watch as Hurricane Henri nears. The storm is expected to make landfall on Long Island. Track it here.

Westfield High School Announces 3rd Marking Period Honor Roll

Principal Mary Asfendis recognized students for outstanding academic achievement.

Meet Westfield's Summer English Language Learners

Where are you from? Children from Poland, Russia, and more are learning English this summer through the Westfield schools.

Back To School: Westfield 2021-22 School Calendar

Parents in Westfield can mark the first day of school coming later this summer.

WPS Extended School Year Program Strengthens Skills

The program runs through Aug. 6 and focuses on maintaining and strengthening academic skills through the summer.

Union County College : College Board Of Trustees Chair Victor M. Richel Receives Prestigious Leadership Award

Mr. Richel is a community leader, philanthropist, and businessman. Mr. Richel was a Vice President for Elizabethtown Gas and it was unde ...