✨ Consistent attendance = consistent success! ✨
Every day in school is a chance to learn, grow, and connect. When students show up, they set themselves up for achievement today and opportunities tomorrow. Let’s make attendance a priority—it’s the first step toward reaching every goal! 📚✅ #AttendanceMatters #EveryDayCounts
2 days ago, Westfield Public Schools
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More than 20 people, some virtually, attended the first Special Education Parent Advisory Committee (SEPAC) meeting of the school year on Sept. 11 in the Westfield River Elementary library to meet Gregory Rosenthal, Westfield’s new administrator of special services and student support services.

Most recently, Rosenthal, who started on July 1, was the director of special education and student services for the Douglas Public Schools. Prior to that role, he had a similar one with the Northbridge Public Schools. He has also worked as a special education teacher and administrator in public schools and out-of-district private special education schools.

https://www.masslive.com/westfieldnews/2025/09/parents-turn-out-to-meet-new-special-education-administrator.html
2 days ago, Westfield Public Schools
Hello, WMS Families! Happy Friday! As I shared with students today, I am seeking 1 student from each PACK in 7th grade and 8th grade to represent their team on the Principal's Council this year! If they are interested, please encourage them to apply using the following link: https://forms.gle/6q2QwJ27N1JveAcFA. Applications are due by the end of the day next Friday, September 19th. Please see the attachment for more information. -Mr. McMillan
5 days ago, Principal McMillan
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Lunchtime is always full of energy in the middle school cafeteria! 🍎🥪 Students gather with friends, share stories from their day, and enjoy a well-deserved break before heading back to class. As a cell phone–free middle school, our lunchroom is a space where students are fully present, engaging in real conversations, building friendships, and creating meaningful connections face-to-face!
6 days ago, Principal McMillan
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Join the upcoming presentation "Keeping Kids Safe and Secure Online"
6 days ago, Principal McMillan
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School pictures are ready! To order, log in to your account on mylifetouch.com or create an account using your student's student ID number. Picture retakes will be October 15th!
7 days ago, Principal McMillan
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Everyday counts! Consistent attendance builds success in school & beyond. #attendancematters
9 days ago, Westfield Public Schools
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Happy Friday! Click here to view September's "The Howler" newsletter from Principal McMillan: https://secure.smore.com/n/3n64bd
12 days ago, Principal McMillan
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Get your car sparkling clean while supporting an amazing cause! Our Builders' Club is hosting a car wash fundraiser and we need YOUR help to make it a huge success! Help us build a stronger community one car at a time. Tag a friend who needs a car wash!

12 days ago, Principal McMillan
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Click on the link below for this morning's season premiere of "Superintendent's Spotlight". This week, we spoke with our new Director of Special Education, Dr. Gregory Rosenthal, and celebrated 'Eat an Extra Dessert Day' with staff and students from Westfield Technical Academy's Culinary Arts Department. Thanks for watching!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t1Vy78U2Agg
13 days ago, Westfield Public Schools
Please help keep our kids and families safe! Please view the attached letter from Principal McMillan. Thank you!

https://docs.google.com/document/d/16htTcYCE7qtb82pVvdwpo-_WtggFYR6QXuj9w4bVf38/edit?usp=sharing
13 days ago, Principal McMillan
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Last week, Superintendent Stefan Czaporowski and Director of Curriculum and Instruction Susan Dargie were guests on "Rock on Westfield", to talk about the start of the school year. Click on the link below. Thanks for watching!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uLO_k13gWi4
15 days ago, Westfield Public Schools
WMS had an excellent first week of school! All 7th and 8th graders transitioned very smoothly! Today, Principal McMillan and the assistant principals reviewed school rules and procedures during grade level assemblies. We also shared more about the new student lounge, which will be opening soon. Students who have strong attendance and positive behavior will be able to visit the lounge throughout the year. We hope you enjoy the long weekend!
19 days ago, Principal McMillan
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Happy first day of school! We are pleased to report that it was a huge success! We look forward to a positive school year ahead. Please contact us if you need any support.
20 days ago, Principal McMillan
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New student orientation schedules, opening dates and other important information have been announced for Westfield Public Schools.

Westfield High School invites all incoming freshman, new and transfer students and their parents and guardians to attend a freshman and Parent Orientation on Monday, Aug. 25, from 9-11 a.m. This will be an opportunity to get acquainted with the school and programs that are offered at Westfield High School.

Westfield Middle School is inviting incoming seventh graders to an orientation on Aug. 25 at 5 p.m., where they will meet administration, receive general school information, student schedules, and participate in a self-guided tour of the building.

An orientation for new students to Westfield Intermediate School is scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 19 at noon. There will be a short information session followed by a fun scavenger hunt around the school. New students will get to explore the building, find their classrooms, and discover many of the great things WIS has to offer.

Elementary schools in the city are also scheduling playdates for entering kindergarteners and preschoolers.

Highland Elementary is having a pre-K and kindergarten playdate on Wednesday, Aug. 22, at 9:30-10:30 a.m. for pre-K and 11 a.m. to noon for kindergarten. Come and meet the other students and their families and enjoy a fun time with chalk and bubbles and special guests Spiderman and Moana.

Munger Hill Elementary School is hosting Preschool Popsicle with a Principal at the school playground on Monday, Aug. 25, from 5-6 p.m.; and Kindergarten Popsicle with a Principal in the school playground on Wednesday, Aug. 27, from 5=6 p.m.

Paper Mill Elementary will have a Kindergarten playdate on the school playground on Monday, Aug. 25, from 5-6 p.m.

Southampton Road Elementary will have a preschool and kindergarten playdate on Tuesday, Aug. 26, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the school playground.

Westfield River Elementary’s Kindergarten playdate is on Tuesday, Aug. 19, from 4-5 p.m. outdoors in the back courtyard. Please enter by the side lot through the cafeteria.

https://www.masslive.com/westfieldnews/2025/08/new-student-orientations-and-school-start-dates-announced-for-westfield-schools.html

about 1 month ago, Westfield Public Schools
Mark your calendars for the WMS Open House!
about 1 month ago, Principal McMillan
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Please CLICK HERE to view the grade-level lists for school supplies. You will see a section for general supplies that will be required for all classes, as well as team-specific supplies. Student schedules will be released on Monday, 8/25, prior to orientation.

Friendly reminder: Our ultimate goal is to create well-balanced teams and classrooms. In an effort to remain true to our goal of providing all students with equal access to resources and opportunities, as well as maintaining a fair, consistent process that is focused on students’ needs, we are unable to honor specific parent/guardian requests for teams or teachers. We have strong, caring teachers and, regardless of placement, it is sure to be a great experience next year.

When you access your child's schedule, please contact Mrs. Kelly (grade 7 counselor) at a.kelly@schoolsofwestfield.org or Mrs. Michalik (grade 8 counselor) at l.michalik@schoolsofwestfield.org if there are any errors with the schedule.

Enjoy the rest of your summer!

about 1 month ago, Principal McMillan
Attention incoming 7th grade families: Join us for a 7th grade orientation night from 5-6 p.m. on August 25th! We will review important school procedures, hand out student schedules, and participate in a self-guided tour of the school. We hope to see you there!
about 2 months ago, Principal McMillan
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As you clean our your garage or basement - or drop by a local tag sale - please think of us if you come across any recess equipment! We are seeking donations of basketballs, soccer balls, footballs, volleyballs, and kickballs. You're welcome to drop by the main office. Incoming 7th graders, please feel free to bring to the upcoming orientation night in August. Thank you!
about 2 months ago, Principal McMillan
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Students asked, we listened! At the end of the 2024-25 school year, Principal McMillan conducted a student feedback survey. While we received some meaningful positive feedback, one clear area for growth was creating more dedicated spaces where students can hang out and connect. We're thrilled to announce the creation of our new student lounge! This new lounge will be integrated into our PBIS (Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports) program as a space for positive behavior recognition!

🎲 HOW YOU CAN HELP: We're seeking donations of new and gently used board games to make this space even more engaging for our students. Please drop off donations at the Main Office.

📅 More exciting details - and pictures - will be shared when school opens, including information about our special ribbon cutting ceremony!

Thank you to Lakeshore Learning for assisting with the design, and thank you for your continued support in making our school an even better place for our students!

#StudentVoice #SchoolSpirit
about 2 months ago, Principal McMillan
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