Westfield Public Schools

Highland students and staff were so excited to welcome back some of our former Huskies, Seniors from the Graduating Class of 2024! Staff and students lined the halls to celebrate the seniors with cheers, applause, and high fives. It was such a wonderful experience for everyone! Congratulations Class of '24!

Due to the weather forecast, which is predicting severe thunderstorms, heavy rain, gusty winds, and possible hail between 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. this evening, WTA's graduation ceremony will be held in the auditorium. While we know this decision is disappointing, we need to consider the safety of staff, students, and guests. WTA's graduation will be broadcast live on local cable channel 12. Thank you in advance for your understanding. Sincerely, Principal Hastings Superintendent Czaporowski

The 2024 Westfield Technical Prom was held May 10. The event was hosted by Crestview Country Club in Agawam. https://www.masslive.com/prom/2024/05/2024-prom-photos-westfield-technical-academy.html

WHS graduates toured their elementary school as they prepare to head out into the world! Congratulations class of 2024!

The Westfield High School softball team mustered up just three hits through five innings to Leominster’s seven in a state tournament game, but it’s what came after that mattered most. Pinch-runner Tristan Macznik scored the game-winning run in the bottom of the sixth inning and junior pitcher Shea Hurley shut down three of Leominster’s top four batters to help No. 4 Westfield sneak past the 14th seeded Blue Devils, 4-3, in a Division 2 softball Round of 16 state tournament game Wednesday at Westfield State University. https://www.masslive.com/westfieldnews/2024/06/no-4-westfield-escapes-d2-softball-round-of-16-with-4-3-win-over-no-14-leominster.html

Vladyslav “Vlad” Vysotskyi, a senior in information technology, said he wasn’t really surprised at being named the Westfield Technical Academy valedictorian for the class of 2024, as he was number one in his class all through high school. https://www.masslive.com/westfieldnews/2024/06/westfield-tech-valedictorian-tells-fellow-students-to-follow-their-interests.html

Prepare to be dazzled and entertained as our talented students in the Westfield Intermediate School Drama Club bring to life the timeless tale of Simba, Nala, and the unforgettable characters of "The Lion King KIDS"! 📅 Dates: June 12th and 13th 🕖 Time: 7:00 PM 🏫 Location: Westfield Intermediate School Auditorium This family-friendly production promises an evening of joy, laughter, and inspiration for audiences of all ages. Don't miss this opportunity to support our students and experience the magic of "The Lion King KIDS"! Tickets are $5 for adults, $3 for students/seniors, and free for children 5 and under.

The Westfield High School baseball team is now one win away from earning a trip to the Final Four. No. 3 Westfield scored eight runs over the last three innings and senior pitcher Ethan Johnson tossed a complete game shutout as the Bombers blanked No. 19 Nashoba Regional, 8-0, in a Division 2 baseball Round of 16 state tournament game Tuesday at Bullens Field. https://www.masslive.com/westfieldnews/2024/06/westfield-pitcher-ethan-johnson-tosses-complete-game-no-3-bombers-eliminate-no-19-nashoba-8-0.html

Although Westfield is fresh off a PVIAC Class A softball championship, the Bombers appear to be in a rush for that next step this postseason. No. 4 Westfield made quick work of Agawam in their first state tournament game of 2024, shutting out the 29th seeded Brownies 12-0 in five innings Monday. https://www.masslive.com/westfieldnews/2024/06/no-4-westfield-softball-defeats-no-29-agawam-for-3rd-time-this-season-in-d2-state-tourney-round-of-32.html

The 2024 Westfield High School Prom was held May 31. The event was hosted by Log Cabin. https://www.masslive.com/prom/2024/06/westfield-high-school-2024-prom-at-log-cabin.html

Amelia Park Children’s Museum announces the opening of their new permanent train exhibit. The new nearly life-size train houses a three-level train table, crawl-through train tunnel, and conductor controls so children can roleplay driving a train. “Our train table has long been one of our more popular exhibits at the museum, so it’s very exciting to see an upgraded version installed on-site,” said Brianne Zulkiewicz, APCM’s Assistant Director. “We are excited to see how children choose to interact with the train’s new features and learn about train transport. In the coming months, we hope to build off of the enthusiasm for our new exhibit to educate our visitors about the history and importance of trains in our region.” The new train exhibit was made possible through financial support from Shurtleff Children's Services, Inc. and The Executive Office of Economic Development (EOED) through the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism (MOTT) Destination Development Capital (DDC) Grant Program. Amelia Park Children’s Museum is open Thursday through Tuesday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The museum is closed to the public on Wednesdays.

Westfield Technical Academy senior pitcher Deven Werbiskis and the 34th seeded Tigers upset No. 2 Hopedale in the Division 5 baseball state tournament Round of 32 on the road Sunday at Town Park. https://www.masslive.com/westfieldnews/2024/06/the-westfield-news-scoreboard-no-34-westfield-technical-academy-stuns-no-2-hopedale-4-0-in-d5-baseball-round-of-32.html

The 12 graduates of the Westfield Technical Academy aviation maintenance technology class of 2024 were recognized in a ceremony inside Hangar 2 at Westfield-Barnes Regional Airport on May 30. The ceremony had to wait for Air National Guard F-15s to take off from the airport runway. Despite the rain, the hangar doors were wide open for attendees to view — and hear — the military jets. https://www.masslive.com/westfieldnews/2024/06/westfield-aviation-maintenance-grads-told-theyll-fill-urgent-need-in-industry.html

If you missed yesterday's special "Superintendent's Spotlight/On the Mark" program, click on the link below. This show is part 2 of our interviews with staff and students in the Aviation Maintenance Technology Program at Westfield Technical Academy. Thanks for watching! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rZcttch5twA

A high school awards assembly. Prom. Graduation. Ten senior softball players from Westfield High School and their fellow teammates can now add another celebratory moment to their list of accolades – a four-peat. https://www.masslive.com/westfieldnews/2024/05/latest-feat-for-westfield-softball-a-four-peat.html

Ms. Colleen D'Alessandro, New England Regional FAA Administrator, visited Abner Gibbs Elementary School 4th grade students today to deliver certificates of completion for their Federal Aviation Administration's Adopt a Classroom Program this year. Congratulations!

The second graders at Munger Hill Elementary School brought some of their favorite people to life in their annual Wax Museum on May 22, a 10-year tradition at the school. A team project of the second grade teachers, the students first pick a person of interest. They draw a portrait of that person, research information for a fact sheet and timeline, and put together a speech. Then for the Wax Museum, they dress up as their subjects, and wait for a tap on the shoulder to begin talking about them. https://www.masslive.com/westfieldnews/2024/05/westfield-2nd-graders-bring-favorite-people-to-life-in-munger-hill-wax-museum.html

5th grade students at Westfield Intermediate School recently completed a Project Lead the Way module on Earth’s Water and Interconnected Systems. As a culminating project, students were tasked with designing a water filter prototype to turn dirty water clean. Students showcased their filters to local industry professionals and WHS AP Environmental Science students on Wednesday morning. Students not only demonstrated how their filters worked with dirty water, but also discussed the importance of collaboration and the design process. Volunteers provided written feedback for students on presentation skills and how well they met the criteria and constraints of the engineering challenge. Special thank you to the amazing grade 5 STEM Teachers, Mr. Tyler and his AP Environmental Science students, Westfield Water Department, Springfield Water Department, City Engineer Allison McMordie, Retired Science Teacher Lisa Strycharz, School Committee member Kathleen Hillman, Kristen Mello from WRAFT, Cambrex, and Polish National Credit Union.

Order has been restored in the high school baseball world in Western Massachusetts. The Westfield Bombers are Western Massachusetts champions once more. Westfield won its second Pioneer Valley Interscholastic Athletic Conference Class A baseball title in three years as the No. 2 Bombers upstaged the top-seeded Central Golden Eagles 5-1 at Springfield-Central High School Tuesday night. https://www.masslive.com/westfieldnews/2024/05/westfield-pitcher-josh-wagner-no-2-bombers-down-no-1-golden-eagles-in-class-a-baseball-finals-5-1.html

Westfield Middle School held its annual Memorial Day program last week to honor our fallen heroes. The ceremony included pieces from the WMS band and chorus, under the direction of Mr. Emken and Mr. Gomes, as well as a history of Memorial Day presented by students. We were honored to have local veterans in attendance. Thank you to Mr. Dufraine, WMS STEM Teacher and Retired Air Force Colonel, for organizing the event!