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.
The Massachusetts Statewide Graduation Council has released a proposed statewide graduation framework designed to better prepare all students for success after high school. The framework outlines seven key elements focused on ensuring students build a strong academic foundation, demonstrate mastery of course content, showcase their creativity, and develop meaningful real-world problem-solving skills.
Parents, guardians, students, and staff are encouraged to review the proposed requirements and provide feedback through the statewide survey. Input from our community is important and will help inform future decisions.
The survey will remain open through June 30, 2026.
https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8612728/Statewide-Graduation-Council-Interim-Report
Parents, guardians, students, and staff are encouraged to review the proposed requirements and provide feedback through the statewide survey. Input from our community is important and will help inform future decisions.
The survey will remain open through June 30, 2026.
https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8612728/Statewide-Graduation-Council-Interim-Report
Please click here for the latest newsletter from Westfield Public Schools. Thank you! https://app.smore.com/n/9a5q3x
Our students love the monthly visit from our therapy dogs! It is such a great opportunity for them to relax and have a little fun with our 4-legged friends. During the visits, Mrs. Scott embeds skill-building lessons, too. That day, she taught the students to help our visitors with their coats and offer them coffee or tea. Our visitors were delighted and complimented them on their excellent manners. As they were leaving, several of them told Mrs. Scott how much they love coming to WMS!
Due to icy conditions, Westfield Public Schools will have a two-hour delayed start today, Wednesday, March 4, 2026. Thank you.
Due to the prediction of snow and freezing rain this afternoon, all afterschool activities are canceled today, Tuesday, March 3, 2026. Thank you.
Good morning,
We have decided to postpone tonight’s event. Unfortunately, the weather is not expected to improve this afternoon or evening. We want to ensure everyone’s safety and keep people off roads.
The organization has graciously agreed to return for an evening event the next time they are in the area. Please watch for an announcement.
We had hoped to move forward as planned, but Mother Nature has other plans. I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and sincerely appreciate you taking the time to include this event on your calendars.
Thank you,
Principal McMillan
Update: The Rachel's Challenge event tomorrow evening is being changed to 5:00 p.m. instead of 6:00 p.m. due to inclement weather later in the evening. Enjoy some free pizza during the presentation! Register here if you haven't already: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rachels-challenge-community-event-at-westfield-middle-school-tickets-1983288156264?aff=oddtdtcreator
Congratulations to our incredible Chorus Director, Mrs. Cipoletta, on receiving the Harold Grinspoon Excellence in Teaching Award!
This honor is a true reflection of the passion, dedication, and vision she brings to our music program every single day. Under her leadership, chorus enrollment has grown substantially, creating opportunities for more students to find their voices and experience the joy of music.
Beyond the classroom, Mrs. Cipoletta has brought our Chorus into the community, building meaningful connections and showcasing the talent and spirit of our students. Her work has elevated not only the music program, but the entire WMS community.
Mrs. Cipoletta has made an extraordinary and lasting impact, and we are so proud to celebrate this well-deserved recognition. Congratulations on this remarkable achievement!
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
We rarely say this, but... please actually read this post! Free pizza. Gift cards. 50 MINGA points. Okay, now that we have your attention...
We wanted to send a quick reminder about our upcoming Rachel's Challenge family event this Tuesday evening! We worked hard to bring this incredible organization to our school, and we'd love to see a great turnout.
Here are the details:
📅 Tuesday | WMS Cafeteria
🍕 Free Pizza: 5:30 p.m.
🎤 Evening Presentation: 6:00 p.m.
Rachel's Challenge is a national movement inspired by Rachel Scott, the first student killed in the 1999 Columbine High School shooting, whose journals and acts of kindness sparked a mission to create safer, more compassionate schools across the country.
Enjoy some free pizza, enter the gift card raffle, and students who attend will earn 50 MINGA points! Spots are still available, so please register today if you haven't already.
Click here to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rachels-challenge-community-event-at-westfield-middle-school-tickets-1983288156264?aff=oddtdtcreator
We wanted to send a quick reminder about our upcoming Rachel's Challenge family event this Tuesday evening! We worked hard to bring this incredible organization to our school, and we'd love to see a great turnout.
Here are the details:
📅 Tuesday | WMS Cafeteria
🍕 Free Pizza: 5:30 p.m.
🎤 Evening Presentation: 6:00 p.m.
Rachel's Challenge is a national movement inspired by Rachel Scott, the first student killed in the 1999 Columbine High School shooting, whose journals and acts of kindness sparked a mission to create safer, more compassionate schools across the country.
Enjoy some free pizza, enter the gift card raffle, and students who attend will earn 50 MINGA points! Spots are still available, so please register today if you haven't already.
Click here to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rachels-challenge-community-event-at-westfield-middle-school-tickets-1983288156264?aff=oddtdtcreator
The WMS Drama Club Presents - Peter Pan: A Musical Adventure! Please join us next Friday, March 6th at 6:00 p.m. in the auditorium. The cost is $5.00. We hope to see you there!
We are excited to share that we will be transitioning to MINGA, a digital platform that will streamline how we manage behavioral referrals, positive behavior recognition, and hall passes here at school.
Here's what this means for your family:
Referral Notifications — Depending on the type of referral, you will receive both a text message and an email notifying you when a referral has been submitted for your child. You will also receive a notification if a detention is assigned.
Your Child's MINGA Dashboard — Each student will have their own MINGA Dashboard where they can view all referrals, positive behavior points earned for our school store, assigned consequences, and more. This gives students a great tool to stay informed and take ownership of their behavior and achievements. While parents will not have a Dashboard, you can ask your student to show you their information.
If you ever have questions about a specific referral, please reach out to your child's teacher directly. The teacher's name will be included in each referral.
We believe MINGA will help us better communicate with families, celebrate student success, and address concerns in a timely and transparent way. Thank you for your continued partnership!
Thank you.
Principal McMillan
Here's what this means for your family:
Referral Notifications — Depending on the type of referral, you will receive both a text message and an email notifying you when a referral has been submitted for your child. You will also receive a notification if a detention is assigned.
Your Child's MINGA Dashboard — Each student will have their own MINGA Dashboard where they can view all referrals, positive behavior points earned for our school store, assigned consequences, and more. This gives students a great tool to stay informed and take ownership of their behavior and achievements. While parents will not have a Dashboard, you can ask your student to show you their information.
If you ever have questions about a specific referral, please reach out to your child's teacher directly. The teacher's name will be included in each referral.
We believe MINGA will help us better communicate with families, celebrate student success, and address concerns in a timely and transparent way. Thank you for your continued partnership!
Thank you.
Principal McMillan
Due to the forecasted snowstorm tonight and tomorrow, Westfield Public Schools and Offices will be closed tomorrow, Monday, February 23, 2026. Please stay safe. Thank you.
Westfield Public Schools and the Westfield Police Department Release Drill Dates
Westfield Public Schools continues to update our school district’s comprehensive safety plan in conjunction with the Westfield Police and Fire Departments. A team of Westfield Administrators and other staff members representing every level from elementary to high school, has been working collaboratively with the Westfield Police and Fire Departments to make sure our students, staff, and families have a current, research-based, and educationally sound emergency operations plan.
As part of our continued work with Westfield Police Department and our ongoing training for students and staff, our city departments working together will conduct lockdown drills in our schools the week of March 9-12 utilizing the enhanced lockdown procedures known as A.L.I.C.E. (Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, and Evacuate).
If you have any questions regarding our drills please contact Mr. Christopher Rogers, Director of Operations and Safety for the Westfield Public Schools at 413-572-6495 or c.rogers@schoolsofwestfield.org. Thank you!
Westfield Public Schools continues to update our school district’s comprehensive safety plan in conjunction with the Westfield Police and Fire Departments. A team of Westfield Administrators and other staff members representing every level from elementary to high school, has been working collaboratively with the Westfield Police and Fire Departments to make sure our students, staff, and families have a current, research-based, and educationally sound emergency operations plan.
As part of our continued work with Westfield Police Department and our ongoing training for students and staff, our city departments working together will conduct lockdown drills in our schools the week of March 9-12 utilizing the enhanced lockdown procedures known as A.L.I.C.E. (Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, and Evacuate).
If you have any questions regarding our drills please contact Mr. Christopher Rogers, Director of Operations and Safety for the Westfield Public Schools at 413-572-6495 or c.rogers@schoolsofwestfield.org. Thank you!
Westfield Middle School Principal Jesse McMillan is inviting the public to join the school for a screening of Rachel’s Challenge from 6-7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 3.
Rachel’s Challenge tells the powerful true story of Rachel Joy Scott, the first person killed in the Columbine High School tragedy in April 1999. “Through emotional storytelling and Rachel’s own words, our community is inspired to reflect on their personal influence, the power of compassion and the importance of treating others with respect,” McMillan said.
During the day, the group will give two assemblies, one for seventh graders and one for eighth graders. The assemblies will be followed by a unique workshop for up to 100 students and 10 teachers, which McMillan called a mini-training to come up with ideas on how to keep the momentum going. “I want to make sure we can continue that work each day,” he said.
“Their primary message is to find simple ways to spread kindness — that’s what their daughter did as well during her time at Columbine,” McMillan said.
In the evening, there will be a free presentation for the community at large from 6-7 p.m. Pizza will be served beforehand in the cafeteria at 5:30 p.m. People are asked to preregister for a free ticket through the link on the Westfield Middle School website at https://www.schoolsofwestfield.org/o/wms to let them know who’s coming.
https://www.masslive.com/westfieldnews/2026/02/rachels-challenge-is-coming-to-westfield-middle-school-on-march-3.html
Rachel’s Challenge tells the powerful true story of Rachel Joy Scott, the first person killed in the Columbine High School tragedy in April 1999. “Through emotional storytelling and Rachel’s own words, our community is inspired to reflect on their personal influence, the power of compassion and the importance of treating others with respect,” McMillan said.
During the day, the group will give two assemblies, one for seventh graders and one for eighth graders. The assemblies will be followed by a unique workshop for up to 100 students and 10 teachers, which McMillan called a mini-training to come up with ideas on how to keep the momentum going. “I want to make sure we can continue that work each day,” he said.
“Their primary message is to find simple ways to spread kindness — that’s what their daughter did as well during her time at Columbine,” McMillan said.
In the evening, there will be a free presentation for the community at large from 6-7 p.m. Pizza will be served beforehand in the cafeteria at 5:30 p.m. People are asked to preregister for a free ticket through the link on the Westfield Middle School website at https://www.schoolsofwestfield.org/o/wms to let them know who’s coming.
https://www.masslive.com/westfieldnews/2026/02/rachels-challenge-is-coming-to-westfield-middle-school-on-march-3.html
With the amazing leadership of Mr. Emken and the incredible help of our band students and parents, the band room got a fresh new look. The walls were repainted, the space was brightened up, and you can truly feel the pride that went into every brushstroke. It wasn’t just about paint — it was about community: parents and students giving their time over the February break, students excited to see the transformation, and a director who cares deeply about creating a space where music is made every single day.
