At WES, students had the chance to participate in the library's first ever Character Book Pumpkin Parade. Students were able to bring in a pumpkin disguised as a book character and prizes were awarded based on three categories- most life-like, most creative and most memorable. The contest brought in 37 amazing entries! The winners from the contest are pictured below. #Pioneers
Select students in the Westfield Area Concert Choir were seen singing selections from their Winter Concert at Bowls for Hunger on Monday, December 2nd. Thank you to everyone who came out to support this wonderful local fundraiser! #Pioneers
Tonight is the night! Bowls for Hunger is at the high school from 4:00-6:30pm.
$10/ticket for handmade stoneware bowl and delicious soup supper created by many local dining establishments.
Please bring a non-perishable food item to donate if possible.
All proceeds go to support local area food pantries.
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Check out our Pioneer Athletics schedule this week as we return from Thanksgiving Break! Good Luck to all our athletes and please brave the cold when you can to come out and support our Pioneers! #PioneerProud
Girls Basketball put up a hard fought battle last night against a tough Wisconsin Lutheran team and came up short. They will look to bounce back with two road games this week!
Mrs. Francis’s 4th graders conducted a science experiment to extract DNA from strawberries. This was their reward for winning the October Kindness Challenge. #Pioneers
Reminder:
Monday, December 2, we have a 2-HOUR LATE start for 5k-12 grade due to staff professional development. Also, there is no 4K on Monday, they have parent-teacher conferences.
Are you ready for Bowls for Hunger? We are! Don't forget to come out tomorrow (4:00-6:30pm at high school cafeteria) to help support our local food pantries and get yourself a bowl (or two) of some delicious soup and more. #Pioneers
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Great job to these Coloma 5th grade students who achieved High Honor Roll and Principal's List for the 1st Quarter! Congratulations! #Pioneers
Good Luck to the Lady Pioneers as they travel to Kettle Moraine today!
Dear Pioneer Families,
As Thanksgiving approaches, it’s a time when many of us gather to share delicious meals, enjoy games, watch football, or prepare for the holiday season. Most importantly, it’s a chance to come together with friends and family to reflect upon and celebrate all we are thankful for in our lives.
In the spirit of gratitude, we also encourage everyone to join us for the annual Bowls for Hunger event on Monday, December 2nd, 2024, from 4:00 to 6:30 PM at the Westfield Area High School Cafeteria. This event is a wonderful way to give back to our community while enjoying a delicious soup supper created by local dining establishments.
For just $10 per ticket, you’ll receive a beautiful handmade stoneware bowl and supper, with the option to dine in or carry out. Tickets can be purchased at the door or from Westfield Area High School students. We also welcome attendees to donate non-perishable food items to help support those in need.
Finally, I’d like to highlight a few reflections of gratitude shared by some of our students. Their thoughtful responses capture the spirit of thankfulness and serve as a wonderful reminder of the many things we have to celebrate in our school community. Here are their reflections, shared in a "summarized" Top Ten format to bring some holiday cheer!
10. “I’m grateful for the lunch program—and for the counselors who always give me food because I’m always hungry!”
9. “Explore classes like Arts, Tech Ed, and Foods give us a chance to try new hobbies and figure out what we love.”
8. “The athletic opportunities here are amazing—and so are the coaches who push us to do our best.”
7.“The training I got to become a firefighter shows how Westfield schools help us pursue our dreams and make them a reality!”
6. “I’m thankful for staff like Mrs. Locke, who helped me discover my passion for reading, and Mrs. Hoffa, who helps us catch up when we fall behind.”
5. I’m grateful for an education that teaches me it’s okay to think differently from my classmates. With so many voices in the classroom, I’ve learned to see things from different perspectives—and that’s just as important as the life skills like leadership, communication, and organization our teachers share with us.”
4. “Our incredible music programs and talented teachers inspire us to grow as musicians and people. Whether it’s Ms. Trewin helping me through tough times, or Mrs. Mades, Mr. Greve, and Dr. Steward encouraging us. They’ve shaped my life in ways I’ll always remember.”
3. “The relationships I’ve built with friends, teachers, and staff are something I’ll always treasure. They’ve given me strength, opportunities, and unforgettable experiences.”
2. “I’m thankful for the teachers who truly care, like Mrs. Alcorta and Ms. Trewin, who helped me through the hardest times in my life and gave me the courage to keep going.”
And the number one thing we’re grateful for in our high school education…
1. “Public education here has taught me leadership, communication, and organizational skills—life lessons that will stick with me forever.”
A huge thank you to our high school students for sharing their gratitude and reminding us why our schools are so important. Happy Thanksgiving! Your support makes all the difference.
Warm Regards,
Michelle Johnson
District Administrator
Happy Thanksgiving!
The holiday season is upon us, and our December newsletter is packed with updates. Stay informed and join us in wrapping up 2024 on a high note!
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No School on Wednesday, November 27th through Friday, November 29th.
School will resume on Monday, December 2nd (which is a 2 hour late start day).
We wish you all a happy Thanksgiving!
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One week until Bowls for Hunger! If you can't decide on which soup to get, we have some EXCITING news for you. For the first time ever, there will be a flight of soups (4 small portions of different soups) available at the same price.
Come on out to the high school cafeteria on Monday, December 2nd between 4:00-6:30pm.
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The 4th grade class at Coloma Elementary School visited the school forest a few weeks ago to explore the beautiful woods and create “burrows” for the two main characters in their class read aloud Violet and Jobie: In the Wild. They did a great job using the steps of the engineering design process to plan and build their burrows for their mouse characters. They can’t wait to go back to the school forest again soon! #Pioneers
CES held their Veterans Day program on Nov. 12. We appreciate everyone who attended.
Thank you to all Veterans! #Pioneers
4th grade students in Mrs. Francis's class use Play-doh to make figures that express the meanings of their weekly vocabulary words. This allows students to use creative ways to demonstrate their understanding of new vocabulary words. It also helps students them retain the information they learn.
Does a dinner that is already planned and made sound good to you? Come on out to get dinner AND support a great cause on Monday, December 2nd! #Pioneers
