“Being present every day is the first step toward achievement.” #AchievingExcellenceTogether
This week on "Superintendent's Spotlight", the Westfield High School Show Choir stopped by the studio to give us a preview of their upcoming Disney inspired Cabaret Show that will be held on Thursday, February 12 at 6:30 p.m. at Westfield High School. Tickets are only $10.00. Westfield Technical Academy's Culinary Arts Department also helped us celebrate National Homemade Soup Day. Thanks for watching!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wYrrHkCOF_M
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wYrrHkCOF_M
We are pleased to announce that Westfield Public Schools will offer tuition-free preschool for Westfield residents for the 2026-2027 school year. If your child will be 3 or 4 years old by September 1, 2026 and you are interested in having your child attend WPS preschool, please complete this interest form. If you have more than one child eligible for preschool, please complete a separate form for each child.
All 3 year old preschool classrooms will be held from Monday through Friday for 2.5 hours, either in the morning or afternoon. The morning program will run from 9:15 am to 11:45 am and the afternoon program will run from 12:45 pm to 3:15 pm.
All 4 year old preschool classrooms will be held from Monday through Friday from 9:15 am to 3:15 pm each day.
This form will remain open through Friday, March 20, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Families will be notified on or before Thursday, April 2, 2026 if their child has been selected.
Please contact Jonathan Scagel, Preschool Program Supervisor, at (jonathan.scagel@schoolsofwestfield.org) with any questions.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XmEKoihDwnMvWVCE3mxwJUkcHZNwrvGU-Us8IP2kQIU/edit?usp=sharing
All 3 year old preschool classrooms will be held from Monday through Friday for 2.5 hours, either in the morning or afternoon. The morning program will run from 9:15 am to 11:45 am and the afternoon program will run from 12:45 pm to 3:15 pm.
All 4 year old preschool classrooms will be held from Monday through Friday from 9:15 am to 3:15 pm each day.
This form will remain open through Friday, March 20, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Families will be notified on or before Thursday, April 2, 2026 if their child has been selected.
Please contact Jonathan Scagel, Preschool Program Supervisor, at (jonathan.scagel@schoolsofwestfield.org) with any questions.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XmEKoihDwnMvWVCE3mxwJUkcHZNwrvGU-Us8IP2kQIU/edit?usp=sharing
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National School Counseling Week 2026 (Feb. 2-6), sponsored by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA), highlights the essential contribution of school counselors within U.S. school systems and the tremendous impact they have in helping students achieve school success and plan for a career. Take a moment to thank your school counselor(s). #AchievingExcellenceTogether
Three hundred students from Westfield High School and Westfield Technical Academy presented their science and engineering projects in the WHS auditorium to over 100 judges, scientists, industry professionals, and educators with backgrounds in science and engineering at the 25th annual High School Science and Engineering Fair on Jan. 29.
“It was an incredible day. It’s always rewarding to see our students so engaged in their work and excited about presenting it to the judges. Our Science Fair is truly a community effort, and as a school community, we have so much to be proud of. Our students and the students who joined us from WTA really produced some impressive projects,” said WHS Principal Charles Jendrysik.
During the four hours of judging that morning, which was covered live by Westfield Community Television, coordinator and science teacher Christina Smith said the science standards in the Westfield high schools allow students to progress all the way to the International Fair.
Winners who will be moving on to the regional fair were announced with balloons at a public viewing that evening and the next day during school.
WHS science teachers Jakob Wyman and Renee Sweeney said 15 projects from WHS and two from WTA were selected by the judges to move on to the regional fair, with five projects selected as alternates. Sweeney said Westfield has 15 slots altogether at the regional fair.
The project that was scored the highest by the judges went to WHS junior Giovanni Santaniello with his project on “Mycoremediation — utilizing pleurotus ostreatus var. Columbinus (oyster mushrooms) to degrade plastic.”
https://www.masslive.com/westfieldnews/2026/01/student-scientists-share-findings-at-25th-high-school-science-engineering-fair.html
“It was an incredible day. It’s always rewarding to see our students so engaged in their work and excited about presenting it to the judges. Our Science Fair is truly a community effort, and as a school community, we have so much to be proud of. Our students and the students who joined us from WTA really produced some impressive projects,” said WHS Principal Charles Jendrysik.
During the four hours of judging that morning, which was covered live by Westfield Community Television, coordinator and science teacher Christina Smith said the science standards in the Westfield high schools allow students to progress all the way to the International Fair.
Winners who will be moving on to the regional fair were announced with balloons at a public viewing that evening and the next day during school.
WHS science teachers Jakob Wyman and Renee Sweeney said 15 projects from WHS and two from WTA were selected by the judges to move on to the regional fair, with five projects selected as alternates. Sweeney said Westfield has 15 slots altogether at the regional fair.
The project that was scored the highest by the judges went to WHS junior Giovanni Santaniello with his project on “Mycoremediation — utilizing pleurotus ostreatus var. Columbinus (oyster mushrooms) to degrade plastic.”
https://www.masslive.com/westfieldnews/2026/01/student-scientists-share-findings-at-25th-high-school-science-engineering-fair.html
Westfield baseball standout Joshua Wagner has found a new home to continue his academic and athletic career.
Wagner announced on X (formerly Twitter) last week that he has committed to play Division I baseball for Merrimack College upon graduation. This has been a moment in the making for Wagner. So for his vision to finally become a reality is a dream come true.
This spring will mark Wagner’s fourth and final season with the Bombers. And during his memorable tenure, Wagner has accumulated 136 strikeouts and has allowed 46 earned runs in 121 combined innings pitched thus far. On the offensive side, meanwhile, the senior has recorded 31 combined hits and 21 RBIs in 115 plate appearances thus far.
But aside from those impressive figures, Wagner has also been a vocal leader who helped guide Westfield to the D-II state semifinals against Plymouth North in 2024. That said, it’s no wonder that Wagner has been named a Super 7 and First-Team All-Western Mass. selection for two consecutive years.
https://www.masslive.com/highschoolsports/2026/01/westfields-joshua-wagner-commits-to-play-d-i-baseball-at-merrimack.html
Wagner announced on X (formerly Twitter) last week that he has committed to play Division I baseball for Merrimack College upon graduation. This has been a moment in the making for Wagner. So for his vision to finally become a reality is a dream come true.
This spring will mark Wagner’s fourth and final season with the Bombers. And during his memorable tenure, Wagner has accumulated 136 strikeouts and has allowed 46 earned runs in 121 combined innings pitched thus far. On the offensive side, meanwhile, the senior has recorded 31 combined hits and 21 RBIs in 115 plate appearances thus far.
But aside from those impressive figures, Wagner has also been a vocal leader who helped guide Westfield to the D-II state semifinals against Plymouth North in 2024. That said, it’s no wonder that Wagner has been named a Super 7 and First-Team All-Western Mass. selection for two consecutive years.
https://www.masslive.com/highschoolsports/2026/01/westfields-joshua-wagner-commits-to-play-d-i-baseball-at-merrimack.html
We have found the perfect place to display two beautiful drawings gifted to Westfield High School. These detailed renditions of our school were sketched by two graduating members of the Class of 2025.
We are proud to showcase their work for our school community to enjoy!
We are proud to showcase their work for our school community to enjoy!
Area businesses are encouraged to attend the Westfield Education to Business Alliance (WE2BA) meeting, co-sponsored by the Greater Westfield Chamber of Commerce and Westfield Public Schools, on Jan. 28, 8-9 a.m. at Tiger’s Pride Restaurant in Westfield Technical Academy.
This meeting will focus on ways in which the business community can both support and gain from the work of high school students as they head into their prospective careers.
Kevin Daley, assistant principal at WTA, will talk about cooperative education and the students in the various shops who are ready to go to work.
“The WTA Cooperative Education Program is pivotal to career development and the success of many of our students. It provides opportunities to acquire real-world job experience while earning credits towards graduation working 30-40 hours a week. These opportunities foster career skills, lead to potential full-time employment, all while earning money and building their resumes with our local businesses,” Daley said.
“Currently we have over 55 Grade 12 and Grade 11 students participating in the program with anticipation of more in the next few weeks, with hopes to reach 100 by the end of June,” Daley said, adding that in order to be eligible, students must meet academic, attendance and discipline requirements, and receive a positive recommendation from all of their teachers. He said all 11 of WTA’s career technical education shops are actively looking for business participation.
Patricia Healy, Reed Career Center counselor at Westfield High School, will talk about internships, job shadows and work-based learning at WHS. Healy said she is looking for businesses to partner with WHS seniors in an internship and/or job shadowing opportunity. Students who intern commit to 10 hours per week.
The area's most popular are healthcare, electrical, construction, social work, and esthetics, and are all in need for the second semester. Healy said she plans to review her process of how students are assigned and monitored each week. Healy said she has 40 seniors signed up for internships starting at the end of January.
Also on the agenda are internet technology services available at WTA, and how businesses can support Link to Libraries.
“WE2BA offers a unique opportunity for members of the business community to engage with our students. Businesses can offer job shadowing or internship experiences, or they can adopt a classroom. It can be an ongoing relationship or a one-time experience. We’re looking for all kinds of businesses to participate, because the experiences seem to be very rewarding on both sides,” said Amanda Waterfield, executive director of the Greater Westfield Chamber of Commerce.
“The connections that come out of WE2BA allow students to explore industry or career options that may resonate and inspire them, while giving businesses the chance to inform and shape their future workforce. The chamber members who are active in WE2BA are having a meaningful impact on our classrooms, with a far-reaching ripple effect. I would encourage anyone who is looking to make a difference to join us for the meeting to learn more,” added Waterfield.
https://www.masslive.com/westfieldnews/2026/01/area-businesses-are-invited-to-engage-with-high-school-students.html
This meeting will focus on ways in which the business community can both support and gain from the work of high school students as they head into their prospective careers.
Kevin Daley, assistant principal at WTA, will talk about cooperative education and the students in the various shops who are ready to go to work.
“The WTA Cooperative Education Program is pivotal to career development and the success of many of our students. It provides opportunities to acquire real-world job experience while earning credits towards graduation working 30-40 hours a week. These opportunities foster career skills, lead to potential full-time employment, all while earning money and building their resumes with our local businesses,” Daley said.
“Currently we have over 55 Grade 12 and Grade 11 students participating in the program with anticipation of more in the next few weeks, with hopes to reach 100 by the end of June,” Daley said, adding that in order to be eligible, students must meet academic, attendance and discipline requirements, and receive a positive recommendation from all of their teachers. He said all 11 of WTA’s career technical education shops are actively looking for business participation.
Patricia Healy, Reed Career Center counselor at Westfield High School, will talk about internships, job shadows and work-based learning at WHS. Healy said she is looking for businesses to partner with WHS seniors in an internship and/or job shadowing opportunity. Students who intern commit to 10 hours per week.
The area's most popular are healthcare, electrical, construction, social work, and esthetics, and are all in need for the second semester. Healy said she plans to review her process of how students are assigned and monitored each week. Healy said she has 40 seniors signed up for internships starting at the end of January.
Also on the agenda are internet technology services available at WTA, and how businesses can support Link to Libraries.
“WE2BA offers a unique opportunity for members of the business community to engage with our students. Businesses can offer job shadowing or internship experiences, or they can adopt a classroom. It can be an ongoing relationship or a one-time experience. We’re looking for all kinds of businesses to participate, because the experiences seem to be very rewarding on both sides,” said Amanda Waterfield, executive director of the Greater Westfield Chamber of Commerce.
“The connections that come out of WE2BA allow students to explore industry or career options that may resonate and inspire them, while giving businesses the chance to inform and shape their future workforce. The chamber members who are active in WE2BA are having a meaningful impact on our classrooms, with a far-reaching ripple effect. I would encourage anyone who is looking to make a difference to join us for the meeting to learn more,” added Waterfield.
https://www.masslive.com/westfieldnews/2026/01/area-businesses-are-invited-to-engage-with-high-school-students.html
Twelve contestants competing for the 2026 Sons of Erin Colleen gathered on the morning of Jan. 18 to have their photos taken, get to know each other, and learn about all the responsibilities of the colleen and her court.
The breakfast meet-and-greet at the Sons of Erin on William Street in Westfield is the first step before one of them is chosen as the colleen and four others as members of her court at the 43rd annual Sons of Erin Colleen Ball on Friday, Feb. 6, at Tekoa Country Club, 459 Russell Road, Westfield.
Tracy Oleksak, who serves on the Colleen Committee and is herself a former member of the court, said this year’s 12 contestants are a well-rounded group of young women.
“This year’s contestants are, like always, an exceptional group of bright young women. Each contestant brings her own personality, drive, and commitment to making a positive difference, with impressive contributions to both her school and community. It was a pleasure to meet with them at the breakfast on Sunday and to read their accomplishments submitted on their bios. Every one of them exemplifies what we look for in a colleen and court member to represent the Sons of Erin and the city of Westfield,” Oleksak said.
The 2026 contestants are Casey Elizabeth Coulombe, 17, of Westfield, a senior at Westfield High School; Giara Grace Curran, 17, of Westfield, a senior at WHS; Abigail Anna Jemiolo, 17 of Westfield, a senior at WHS; Maggie Grace Leen, 18, of Westfield, a senior at WHS; Savanna Brooke Mazeika, 17, of Westfield, a senior at WHS; Alexandra Marie Monczka, 21, of Southwick, a junior at Westfield State University; Reese Elinor-Janet O’Connell, 17, of Westfield, a senior at Hampshire Regional High School; Kylee Elizabeth O’Grady, 17, of Westfield, a senior at WHS; Angelica Madison Racette, 17, of Southwick, a junior at Southwick Regional High School; Kiera Marie St. Peter, 17, of Russell, a junior at WHS; Leah Catherine Shea, 17, of Westfield, a senior at WHS; and Sophia Rose Smithies, 17, of Westfield, a senior at WHS.
On Feb. 5 at 6 p.m., the contestants will meet with the judges for their interview and first round of judging based on personality and intellect, each making up 25% of their scores. Judges will know them only by their numbers, and contestants will answer a series of questions unknown to anyone beforehand.
On Feb. 6 at the Colleen Ball, contestants will be introduced by name and walk the runway, where they will be judged on their poise and appearance, making up another 25% of their scores. The judges’ selection of a colleen and her court will be announced at the ball.
The colleen and her court will represent Westfield during the “Green Season” events leading up to the Holyoke St. Patrick’s Day Parade on March 23, where they will ride on the Sons of Erin float.
https://www.masslive.com/westfieldnews/2026/01/twelve-contestants-compete-for-2026-sons-of-erin-colleen.html
The breakfast meet-and-greet at the Sons of Erin on William Street in Westfield is the first step before one of them is chosen as the colleen and four others as members of her court at the 43rd annual Sons of Erin Colleen Ball on Friday, Feb. 6, at Tekoa Country Club, 459 Russell Road, Westfield.
Tracy Oleksak, who serves on the Colleen Committee and is herself a former member of the court, said this year’s 12 contestants are a well-rounded group of young women.
“This year’s contestants are, like always, an exceptional group of bright young women. Each contestant brings her own personality, drive, and commitment to making a positive difference, with impressive contributions to both her school and community. It was a pleasure to meet with them at the breakfast on Sunday and to read their accomplishments submitted on their bios. Every one of them exemplifies what we look for in a colleen and court member to represent the Sons of Erin and the city of Westfield,” Oleksak said.
The 2026 contestants are Casey Elizabeth Coulombe, 17, of Westfield, a senior at Westfield High School; Giara Grace Curran, 17, of Westfield, a senior at WHS; Abigail Anna Jemiolo, 17 of Westfield, a senior at WHS; Maggie Grace Leen, 18, of Westfield, a senior at WHS; Savanna Brooke Mazeika, 17, of Westfield, a senior at WHS; Alexandra Marie Monczka, 21, of Southwick, a junior at Westfield State University; Reese Elinor-Janet O’Connell, 17, of Westfield, a senior at Hampshire Regional High School; Kylee Elizabeth O’Grady, 17, of Westfield, a senior at WHS; Angelica Madison Racette, 17, of Southwick, a junior at Southwick Regional High School; Kiera Marie St. Peter, 17, of Russell, a junior at WHS; Leah Catherine Shea, 17, of Westfield, a senior at WHS; and Sophia Rose Smithies, 17, of Westfield, a senior at WHS.
On Feb. 5 at 6 p.m., the contestants will meet with the judges for their interview and first round of judging based on personality and intellect, each making up 25% of their scores. Judges will know them only by their numbers, and contestants will answer a series of questions unknown to anyone beforehand.
On Feb. 6 at the Colleen Ball, contestants will be introduced by name and walk the runway, where they will be judged on their poise and appearance, making up another 25% of their scores. The judges’ selection of a colleen and her court will be announced at the ball.
The colleen and her court will represent Westfield during the “Green Season” events leading up to the Holyoke St. Patrick’s Day Parade on March 23, where they will ride on the Sons of Erin float.
https://www.masslive.com/westfieldnews/2026/01/twelve-contestants-compete-for-2026-sons-of-erin-colleen.html
The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Massachusetts will be hosting a Webex Webinar Keeping Kids Safe and Secure Online: A Project Safe Childhood Presentation for Parents. The webinar will take place on the evening of Tuesday, February 3rd at 6:30 pm in a partnership between the United States Attorney’s Office and Homeland Security Investigations Digital Forensics/Child Exploitation/Cyber Crime Unit. The registration flyer is attached. Advanced registration is required, and the capacity of the Webex webinar platform is 1000. In the event we reach capacity, those who are unable to register can email USAMA.PSCOutreach@usa.doj.gov to be put on the list for the next webinar.
Registration can be done either via the attached flyer or the link below.
Webinar topic: Keeping Kids Safe and Secure Online: A Project Safe Childhood Presentation for Parents
Date and time: Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 6:30 PM | (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Register link:
https://usao.webex.com/weblink/register/r83f7d49f6565b65bce8bb420f1cfef7c
Registration can be done either via the attached flyer or the link below.
Webinar topic: Keeping Kids Safe and Secure Online: A Project Safe Childhood Presentation for Parents
Date and time: Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 6:30 PM | (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Register link:
https://usao.webex.com/weblink/register/r83f7d49f6565b65bce8bb420f1cfef7c
Join us for the next WE2BA meeting and learn more about exciting opportunities to connect education and business in Westfield!
A reminder that Westfield Public Schools are closed on Monday, January 19, 2026, for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday. Thank you.
The Westfield High School girls basketball team has often found themselves on the wrong end of the score in the early portion of games this season. This time the Bombers fought back.
“We were hungry for a win, and we were trying to do all the right things,” Westfield girls basketball coach Christie Mirski said, following the Bombers’ 32-27 road win against Chicopee on Thursday.
Westfield rallied from an early first quarter deficit behind a sensational effort from sophomore forward-center Kendall O’Brien, who scored a game-high 19 points. O’Brien made several key plays throughout the contest.
https://www.masslive.com/westfieldnews/2026/01/kendall-obrien-propels-westfield-girls-basketball-past-chicopee.html
“We were hungry for a win, and we were trying to do all the right things,” Westfield girls basketball coach Christie Mirski said, following the Bombers’ 32-27 road win against Chicopee on Thursday.
Westfield rallied from an early first quarter deficit behind a sensational effort from sophomore forward-center Kendall O’Brien, who scored a game-high 19 points. O’Brien made several key plays throughout the contest.
https://www.masslive.com/westfieldnews/2026/01/kendall-obrien-propels-westfield-girls-basketball-past-chicopee.html
The Westfield High School girls swim team is rounding into peak form.
The Westfield High School girls swim team took control right from the outset and never looked back, defeating Belchertown 95-81 on Tuesday for their fifth win of the season and third straight victory.
The Bombers improved to 5-3 and now head into a key showdown with the Lancers (3-2) at Longmeadow High School on Friday at 5:30 p.m.
https://www.masslive.com/westfieldnews/2026/01/westfield-girls-swim-team-wins-3rd-straight-with-95-81-victory-over-belchertown.html
The Westfield High School girls swim team took control right from the outset and never looked back, defeating Belchertown 95-81 on Tuesday for their fifth win of the season and third straight victory.
The Bombers improved to 5-3 and now head into a key showdown with the Lancers (3-2) at Longmeadow High School on Friday at 5:30 p.m.
https://www.masslive.com/westfieldnews/2026/01/westfield-girls-swim-team-wins-3rd-straight-with-95-81-victory-over-belchertown.html
Westfield High School hockey team coach Dominic Puntillo, who teaches at Westfield Intermediate School, wanted his players from Westfield High and Westfield Technical Academy to be involved in their community.
Looking for ways they might get involved, junior Christian Andwood approached the coach with the idea of having players connect with younger students through reading. Eighteen players from WHS and WTA signed up to do just that.
Puntillo involved Westfield Public Schools Curriculum Director Susan Dargie, who supplied new books for them to read, and a plan was formed. On Jan. 9, a no-practice day for the team, the players, sporting their jerseys, visited four elementary schools in the district to read to the students as the last activity of their Friday.
“The visits from our WHS hockey athletes to our elementary schools were a tremendous success! I met students as they arrived at Paper Mill, and everyone was excited,” said Dargie. She said in many cases, the high school students chose to read at their former elementary schools.
https://www.masslive.com/westfieldnews/2026/01/visit-from-westfield-high-hockey-team-excites-elementary-students.html
Looking for ways they might get involved, junior Christian Andwood approached the coach with the idea of having players connect with younger students through reading. Eighteen players from WHS and WTA signed up to do just that.
Puntillo involved Westfield Public Schools Curriculum Director Susan Dargie, who supplied new books for them to read, and a plan was formed. On Jan. 9, a no-practice day for the team, the players, sporting their jerseys, visited four elementary schools in the district to read to the students as the last activity of their Friday.
“The visits from our WHS hockey athletes to our elementary schools were a tremendous success! I met students as they arrived at Paper Mill, and everyone was excited,” said Dargie. She said in many cases, the high school students chose to read at their former elementary schools.
https://www.masslive.com/westfieldnews/2026/01/visit-from-westfield-high-hockey-team-excites-elementary-students.html
Students, get involved at Westfield High School! Find your place in a club, activity, or school event. Check out the Club Event Calendar to see what's happening at WHS! Click the link below.
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Regular school attendance is one of the strongest predictors of student success. When students come to school each day they learn new skills, stay connected with teachers and classmates, and access the supports they need to thrive. Chronic absenteeism can make it hard to catch up — but every day missed is also an opportunity to improve. Let’s work together — families, teachers, and neighbors — to make sure every student can be present, safe, and ready to learn. #AchievingExcellenceTogether
Young adults in the Westfield Public Schools Transition Program spread holiday cheer with annual caroling stops at downtown businesses and a special delivery to the Westfield Animal Shelter on the Monday before Christmas.
Items delivered to the shelter were collected through their “Operation Santa Paws Supply Drive,” and included blankets, towels, Clorox wipes, food, toys, treats, paper towels and a gift card to Westfield Feed.
Teacher Carolyn Busiere thanked the Transition Program, Westfield High School, and other agencies for their contributions to the drive.
The Westfield Community-Based Transition Program is designed to prepare students with further support beyond high school, Busiere said.
Students ages 18-22 are provided the opportunity to learn and grow through community, recreation, socialization, self-advocacy, travel training, internships and inclusive college at Westfield State University and Holyoke Community College.
The program is based on the individual needs and vision of each student, whether it be life skills, functional academics, independent living and others.
The teachers and staff assist students and families in connecting to community agencies, resources, and adult funding sources prior to the student aging out the day before their 22nd birthday. The goal is to have a more seamless transition to adult life as lifelong learners and productive community members.
https://thereminder.com/local-news/hampden-county/westfield/young-adults-spread-holiday-cheer-in-downtown-westfield/
Items delivered to the shelter were collected through their “Operation Santa Paws Supply Drive,” and included blankets, towels, Clorox wipes, food, toys, treats, paper towels and a gift card to Westfield Feed.
Teacher Carolyn Busiere thanked the Transition Program, Westfield High School, and other agencies for their contributions to the drive.
The Westfield Community-Based Transition Program is designed to prepare students with further support beyond high school, Busiere said.
Students ages 18-22 are provided the opportunity to learn and grow through community, recreation, socialization, self-advocacy, travel training, internships and inclusive college at Westfield State University and Holyoke Community College.
The program is based on the individual needs and vision of each student, whether it be life skills, functional academics, independent living and others.
The teachers and staff assist students and families in connecting to community agencies, resources, and adult funding sources prior to the student aging out the day before their 22nd birthday. The goal is to have a more seamless transition to adult life as lifelong learners and productive community members.
https://thereminder.com/local-news/hampden-county/westfield/young-adults-spread-holiday-cheer-in-downtown-westfield/
Yesterday on "Superintendent's Spotlight", we recognized National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day with guests Captain Eric Hall and School Resource Officers (SRO) Jim Summers, Bryan Turgeon, and Mike Csekovsky. Staff and students from Westfield Technical Academy's Culinary Arts Program also helped us celebrate the day with a homemade breakfast treat. Thank you to our School Resource Officers for all the support that they provide to our staff, students, and families. Thanks for watching!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f0tMtzPnGnU
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f0tMtzPnGnU