SUN Bucks, the federal food benefit program once known as Summer EBT, is returning for summer 2026. SUN Bucks provides a $120 lump-sum summer benefit per school-aged child for income-eligible families. Apply online (https://www.mass.gov/massachusetts-sun-bucks-program) or scan the QR code for additional information.
Friday, April 10, marked the first-ever Westfield Public Schools Applied Learning Student Showcase. Students from grades 2-12 representing all schools in our district presented projects to local professionals and community members.
The event highlighted applied learning across multiple subjects, including STEM, science, computer science, civics, and history. Additionally, students from the Free Web Clinic course provided local businesses with professional consultations and website improvement strategies.
This showcase was made possible through the support of our partners and dedicated staff:
Mestek: Thank you for hosting this event.
The One8 Foundation: We appreciate your sponsorship and support of applied learning.
Local Businesses and Volunteers: Thank you for providing students with professional feedback and serving as an authentic audience.
Westfield Teachers: Thank you for facilitating this work in the classroom and guiding student success.
We are proud of the hard work and professional engagement demonstrated by our students.
The event highlighted applied learning across multiple subjects, including STEM, science, computer science, civics, and history. Additionally, students from the Free Web Clinic course provided local businesses with professional consultations and website improvement strategies.
This showcase was made possible through the support of our partners and dedicated staff:
Mestek: Thank you for hosting this event.
The One8 Foundation: We appreciate your sponsorship and support of applied learning.
Local Businesses and Volunteers: Thank you for providing students with professional feedback and serving as an authentic audience.
Westfield Teachers: Thank you for facilitating this work in the classroom and guiding student success.
We are proud of the hard work and professional engagement demonstrated by our students.
The PTO is raising money for end-of-year events for WMS students. Your donation helps make these activities special. To give, please visit: https://school-spirit-wear-premium-81240.cheddarup.com. Thank you for your support!
Join our team!
Student success starts with showing up! Daily attendance helps build strong habits, lasting friendships, and academic achievement. Let’s work together to make every day count! #AttendanceMatters
Creativity takes center stage as “Into the Arts” comes to Westfield High School on Saturday, April 11, to showcase visual arts from students in grades 2 and 4 through high school that will be displayed throughout the hallways and library on the first floor of WHS from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. “It’s Bandtastic,” featuring student musicians from grades 4 to 12, will perform at 1 p.m. in the gymnasium during the Into the Arts festival.
For the first time, WHS art students will preview their work on Thursday, April 9, from 5 to 7 p.m. in a free art show open to the public.
“The Art Club will be selling plants, and there will be refreshments in the library. It is called Prelude to the Arts, and we received a grant from the Mass Art Culture [Cultural Council]. Please feel free to stop by to see the art before Into the Arts,” said WHS art teacher Karen Kane.
Band Director Patrick Kennedy said It’s Bandtastic has been a highlight every year since its inception in the Spring of 2016.
https://www.masslive.com/westfieldnews/2026/04/wps-celebrates-the-arts-at-into-the-arts-on-april-11-at-whs.html
For the first time, WHS art students will preview their work on Thursday, April 9, from 5 to 7 p.m. in a free art show open to the public.
“The Art Club will be selling plants, and there will be refreshments in the library. It is called Prelude to the Arts, and we received a grant from the Mass Art Culture [Cultural Council]. Please feel free to stop by to see the art before Into the Arts,” said WHS art teacher Karen Kane.
Band Director Patrick Kennedy said It’s Bandtastic has been a highlight every year since its inception in the Spring of 2016.
https://www.masslive.com/westfieldnews/2026/04/wps-celebrates-the-arts-at-into-the-arts-on-april-11-at-whs.html
We're launching our April Attendance Challenge! The 7th and 8th grade teams with the highest attendance in April will WIN a fun-filled trip to the Boys & Girls Club! You play a huge role in your child's success — and it starts with showing up every day. Let's work together to make April our strongest month yet!
Students had a great time attending the annual Amelia Park Sled Hockey Tournament today! Teams from across the U.S. came to compete in sled hockey—a fast-paced sport primarily for athletes with disabilities, though some able-bodied players also choose to play. The tournament even included athletes with Paralympic experience! Our students walked over to cheer them on, helping create a supportive and energetic atmosphere for teams traveling from near and far. It was a meaningful way to support our community while gaining appreciation for the skill and dedication of these athletes. Thank you to Mrs. Rosario (Devine) for organizing!
Every day in school matters. Students build skills, form friendships, and get one step closer to their goals by showing up. Attendance = opportunity. Let’s make every day count. #EveryDayCounts
A few friendly reminders: Please remind students about Spirit Week, which begins Monday! In addition, the dance will take place on Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. Tickets will go on sale at lunch starting Monday. All tickets are $10 each. Please see the attached photo for pick-up and parking information. Remember, the dance dismissal process takes approximately 10 to 15 minutes to dismiss all students, but it ensures everyone departs safely. Please be respectful to staff during the dismissal process.
The entire WMS staff spent the day learning together during a full-day professional development organized by Principal McMillan. Our focus was on Responsive Classroom and how we can thoughtfully embed this work into an Advisory period that will be part of our 2026–27 schedule for all students.
Responsive Classroom is an approach to teaching and learning that prioritizes strong relationships, a positive school climate, and building students’ social and emotional skills alongside academics. The goal is to create classrooms where students feel safe, respected, and ready to learn.
Throughout the day, teachers collaborated, practiced strategies, and explored ways Advisory can become a meaningful space for connection, reflection, and community building for every student at WMS.
We’re excited about the work ahead and proud of a staff that is always learning and growing together. At WMS, we’re continually looking for ways to improve our school and better support our students!
A reminder that there will be NO SCHOOL for students on Friday, March 13, 2026. Thank you!
Westfield Public Schools is excited to invite you to volunteer at our first ever WPS Applied Learning Student Showcase.
This event will celebrate the vast reach of our applied learning initiatives across grade levels, subjects, and schools in our district. We invite you to experience student demonstrations and presentations of these meaningful, innovative projects.
Please register to attend and provide our students with the relevant feedback that helps bridge the gap between the classroom and workforce.
The showcase will take place on Friday, April 10th from 8:30-11:00am.
This event will celebrate the vast reach of our applied learning initiatives across grade levels, subjects, and schools in our district. We invite you to experience student demonstrations and presentations of these meaningful, innovative projects.
Please register to attend and provide our students with the relevant feedback that helps bridge the gap between the classroom and workforce.
The showcase will take place on Friday, April 10th from 8:30-11:00am.
Join us for the next WE2BA meeting on Wednesday, March 25, at 8:00 a.m. and learn more about exciting opportunities to connect education and business in Westfield!
WESTFIELD VETERAN PROPERTY TAX WORK OFF PROGRAM!
We are looking for volunteers to serve in our elementary schools as Safety Officers - you set the dates and times! Your volunteer hours translate into a property tax abatement up to $1,500!
To apply contact Julie Barnes at julie.barnes@cityofwestfield.org or call the office at 413-572-6247 for more information.
We are looking for volunteers to serve in our elementary schools as Safety Officers - you set the dates and times! Your volunteer hours translate into a property tax abatement up to $1,500!
To apply contact Julie Barnes at julie.barnes@cityofwestfield.org or call the office at 413-572-6247 for more information.
Local businesses. Local classrooms. Real world learning.
To learn more about our programs or get involved or how you can get involved, please call Laurie Chistolini at 413-562-2298. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Wwa5WiagtSyL3oe33odtVf6lrQRWJTxw/view?usp=sharing
To learn more about our programs or get involved or how you can get involved, please call Laurie Chistolini at 413-562-2298. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Wwa5WiagtSyL3oe33odtVf6lrQRWJTxw/view?usp=sharing
An American Spectacular!
Celebrating 250 years of American music.
Join us for the 73rd Annual Pops Concert at Westfield High School
March 13 & 14, 7:00 PM
$10 General Admission
$5 For Students
Tickets at the door or westfieldhighschoolband.com
Celebrating 250 years of American music.
Join us for the 73rd Annual Pops Concert at Westfield High School
March 13 & 14, 7:00 PM
$10 General Admission
$5 For Students
Tickets at the door or westfieldhighschoolband.com
On Feb. 26, Superintendent Stefan Czaporowski, Director of Assessment Christine Shea and Curriculum Director Susan Dargie gathered flower bouquets and balloons for a surprise delivery to the six Westfield teachers who were honored with the Grinspoon Pioneer Valley Excellence in Teaching Award.
This year’s honorees included five veteran educators who have collectively impacted thousands of students, alongside one teacher new to the profession who is already making a meaningful difference.
In the nominations from their school principals, this year’s Grinspoon teachers were described as going above and beyond for their students and their school communities as a whole.
“So many of our staff members go above and beyond every day for our students, and it is both a pleasure and a privilege to honor six educators each year with the Pioneer Valley Excellence in Teaching Awards. I am also deeply grateful to the Harold Grinspoon Foundation for continuing to make this meaningful opportunity available to our district,” said Czaporowski after the visits.
All of the Grinspoon Pioneer Valley Excellence in Teaching honorees will be celebrated at a banquet held at the Log Cabin in their honor on May 12. They will also receive $250 scholarships, tuition incentives for graduate courses, YMCA memberships and other gifts and benefits.
The Pioneer Valley Excellence in Teaching Awards program is made possible by the Harold Grinspoon Charitable Foundation in partnership with the Irene E. & George A. Davis Foundation, and supported by area colleges and universities, YMCAs of Pioneer Valley, the Springfield Jewish Community Center, Arrha Credit Union, Country Bank, and Meyers Brothers Kalicka.
https://www.masslive.com/westfieldnews/2026/03/six-westfield-teachers-honored-with-excellence-in-teaching-awards.html
March 16th-20th will be a spirit week! Not next week; the week after. We will end the week with a pep rally (PINK OUT!) and our last all-school dance of the year with the theme of "Mini Prom." Please see the attached posters. Tickets will go on sale next week at lunch!
Due to the current weather conditions tonight's SEPAC meeting is cancelled.