Westfield Middle School

A reminder that there is no school for students Monday, April 20 - Friday, April 24 for Spring Vacation. Have a safe Spring Break!

Last Friday, chorus students from Westfield Middle School sang their hearts out at the Westfield Senior Center's Friday breakfast. This morning, the Westfield High School Jazz Band brought the house down and had people dancing in their seats. Special thanks to Mrs. Cipoletta, Mr. Kennedy, and our students for their outstanding performances. Thank you to the staff at the Senior Center for inviting us to perform. #AchievingExcellenceTogether

This morning, on "Superintendent's Spotlight", we talked with CEO Bo Sullivan about summer programming and the planned expansion of the Teen Center at the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Westfield. Westfield Technical Academy students and staff also stopped by to help us recognize National Eggs Benedict Day. Thanks for watching. #AchievingExcellenceTogether
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mi9Vr2F_1qA

The Flower Power fundraiser is a wonderful opportunity to support the WMS Chorus while brightening someone's day! All proceeds will go directly toward supporting our talented singers and their performances. Whether you're treating yourself or surprising a friend, your support helps keep the music alive at WMS.

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 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

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.

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.

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