Are you ready for Bowls for Hunger? We are! Don't forget to come out tomorrow (4:00-6:30pm at high school cafeteria) to help support our local food pantries and get yourself a bowl (or two) of some delicious soup and more. #Pioneers
Great job to these Coloma 5th grade students who achieved High Honor Roll and Principal's List for the 1st Quarter! Congratulations! #Pioneers
Good Luck to the Lady Pioneers as they travel to Kettle Moraine today!
Dear Pioneer Families,
As Thanksgiving approaches, it’s a time when many of us gather to share delicious meals, enjoy games, watch football, or prepare for the holiday season. Most importantly, it’s a chance to come together with friends and family to reflect upon and celebrate all we are thankful for in our lives.
In the spirit of gratitude, we also encourage everyone to join us for the annual Bowls for Hunger event on Monday, December 2nd, 2024, from 4:00 to 6:30 PM at the Westfield Area High School Cafeteria. This event is a wonderful way to give back to our community while enjoying a delicious soup supper created by local dining establishments.
For just $10 per ticket, you’ll receive a beautiful handmade stoneware bowl and supper, with the option to dine in or carry out. Tickets can be purchased at the door or from Westfield Area High School students. We also welcome attendees to donate non-perishable food items to help support those in need.
Finally, I’d like to highlight a few reflections of gratitude shared by some of our students. Their thoughtful responses capture the spirit of thankfulness and serve as a wonderful reminder of the many things we have to celebrate in our school community. Here are their reflections, shared in a "summarized" Top Ten format to bring some holiday cheer!
10. “I’m grateful for the lunch program—and for the counselors who always give me food because I’m always hungry!”
9. “Explore classes like Arts, Tech Ed, and Foods give us a chance to try new hobbies and figure out what we love.”
8. “The athletic opportunities here are amazing—and so are the coaches who push us to do our best.”
7.“The training I got to become a firefighter shows how Westfield schools help us pursue our dreams and make them a reality!”
6. “I’m thankful for staff like Mrs. Locke, who helped me discover my passion for reading, and Mrs. Hoffa, who helps us catch up when we fall behind.”
5. I’m grateful for an education that teaches me it’s okay to think differently from my classmates. With so many voices in the classroom, I’ve learned to see things from different perspectives—and that’s just as important as the life skills like leadership, communication, and organization our teachers share with us.”
4. “Our incredible music programs and talented teachers inspire us to grow as musicians and people. Whether it’s Ms. Trewin helping me through tough times, or Mrs. Mades, Mr. Greve, and Dr. Steward encouraging us. They’ve shaped my life in ways I’ll always remember.”
3. “The relationships I’ve built with friends, teachers, and staff are something I’ll always treasure. They’ve given me strength, opportunities, and unforgettable experiences.”
2. “I’m thankful for the teachers who truly care, like Mrs. Alcorta and Ms. Trewin, who helped me through the hardest times in my life and gave me the courage to keep going.”
And the number one thing we’re grateful for in our high school education…
1. “Public education here has taught me leadership, communication, and organizational skills—life lessons that will stick with me forever.”
A huge thank you to our high school students for sharing their gratitude and reminding us why our schools are so important. Happy Thanksgiving! Your support makes all the difference.
Warm Regards,
Michelle Johnson
District Administrator
Happy Thanksgiving!
The holiday season is upon us, and our December newsletter is packed with updates. Stay informed and join us in wrapping up 2024 on a high note!
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No School on Wednesday, November 27th through Friday, November 29th.
School will resume on Monday, December 2nd (which is a 2 hour late start day).
We wish you all a happy Thanksgiving!
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One week until Bowls for Hunger! If you can't decide on which soup to get, we have some EXCITING news for you. For the first time ever, there will be a flight of soups (4 small portions of different soups) available at the same price.
Come on out to the high school cafeteria on Monday, December 2nd between 4:00-6:30pm.
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The 4th grade class at Coloma Elementary School visited the school forest a few weeks ago to explore the beautiful woods and create “burrows” for the two main characters in their class read aloud Violet and Jobie: In the Wild. They did a great job using the steps of the engineering design process to plan and build their burrows for their mouse characters. They can’t wait to go back to the school forest again soon! #Pioneers
CES held their Veterans Day program on Nov. 12. We appreciate everyone who attended.
Thank you to all Veterans! #Pioneers
4th grade students in Mrs. Francis's class use Play-doh to make figures that express the meanings of their weekly vocabulary words. This allows students to use creative ways to demonstrate their understanding of new vocabulary words. It also helps students them retain the information they learn.
Does a dinner that is already planned and made sound good to you? Come on out to get dinner AND support a great cause on Monday, December 2nd! #Pioneers
On Tuesday, November 5th, fourth grade students at Westfield Elementary School took part in a mock election. Throughout the process, students learned why it was both a responsibility and a right to be able to vote as well as understanding who was eligible to vote. Students then used the results to make graphs comparing those results to each of the three classrooms that participated.
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Join the School District of Westfield for Free Mental Health Webinars! 📢
The School District of Westfield is partnering with Cartwheel to offer a series of FREE webinars focused on supporting youth mental health and well-being! 🌟 These sessions cover essential topics for parents, caregivers, and school staff to empower and equip everyone with practical strategies for helping kids thrive.
📅 Upcoming Webinar Dates:
Dec 4 at 7 pm ET
Feb 5 at 7 pm ET
…and more throughout the year! 🗓️
✨ Topics Include:
Coping with back-to-school anxiety
Recognizing and treating disordered eating
Navigating conversations about mental health
…and so much more!
Whether you’re looking to build resilience, improve communication, or understand complex topics like ADHD and trauma, these webinars provide valuable guidance and resources.
Register now to attend live or receive a replay: bit.ly/3tuLo3b
Let’s work together to support our students and community! 💙
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Regular School Board meeting on Wednesday, November 20th at 6:00pm in the District Board Room B121.
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Here are our WES November students of the month.
In November our students worked a lot on being KIND!
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WES held their Veterans Day program on Monday morning.
Thank you to all the Veterans!
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Only a few days left to snag your Pioneer apparel. They make great presents!
Store closes on November 17th.
When you order, please indicate the student's name that the order should be given to when it comes in or if you will be picking up the order yourself.
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The School District of Westfield had ten students from 5th grade compete in the Math Matters Competition on Nov. 12th. These students came from all three of our elementary schools.
They were among the 452 students from 17 schools who participated in the individual and group challenges. These students represented our school district well! #Pioneers
