Last week, our second-grade students enjoyed a fun field trip to Young’s Jersey Dairy in Yellow Springs. The trip introduced them to the world of dairy farming.
They began their visit with an educational “MOOvie” at The Dairy Tale Theatre, followed by a wagon ride around the farm. Students had the opportunity to feed goats in the livestock petting barn, and they were especially excited to meet and milk “Jenny,” the farm’s model Jersey cow.
To wrap up the day, everyone enjoyed a scoop of Young’s famous homemade ice cream. It was a fun, hands-on learning experience that brought the classroom to life in the best way.
Thank you to Young’s Jersey Dairy for providing such an engaging and educational day for our students.
Westfall Elementary recently held a Kindergarten Music Showcase, led by Miss Wynkoop. This special event was designed to give parents, friends, and community members a closer look at what happens during a typical kindergarten music class.
Guests had the opportunity to watch Miss Wynkoop guide her students through several activities, each highlighting different learning styles and musical concepts. Thank you to all the families who joined us for this wonderful celebration of creativity, education, and the joy of learning through music.
Our fifth-grade students recently explored the work of contemporary artist Andy Burgess, drawing inspiration from his vibrant collages created while living in New York City. Burgess is known for artwork that captures iconic landmarks and scenes from his community.
Inspired by this approach, artists in Miss Marshall’s art class reflected on the places and features that make our own community special and incorporated them into their final project.
Rather than using glue, students challenged themselves by sewing their collages—a technique that not only adds texture and depth to their artwork but also teaches them a lifelong skill. Miss Marshall taught them that sewing can be both creative and practical, offering a way to repair and restore items rather than replace them.
The first photo is an example of Andy Burgess’s work, and the second is that of our Mustang artists. Their collage showcases several beloved spots around town. We encourage you to take a closer look and see how many you can recognize!
Reminder: CURRENT Kindergarten Families: Due to the screening process for prospective 2025-2026 kindergarten students, there will be NO SCHOOL for all current kindergarten students on Friday, April 25. Grades 1-5 will continue as scheduled.
Save the Date! Join us on Tuesday, August 5, for a Back to School Kick-off Event featuring FREE food, school supplies, and community resources! On-site assistance will also be available to help complete your student's Final Forms. Stay tuned for event locations!
Today, Westfall’s Budgetary Clerk Tammy Cline visited Mrs. Woods' class for a fun and creative crafting session! With the help of Payroll Clerk Ashley Sarratt and Communications Director Emily Clark, the students made adorable washcloth bunnies that held candy-filled eggs. The class had so much fun bringing their bunny creations to life. Thank you to Tammy, Ashley, and Emily for making this fun activity possible and thank you to Mrs Woods for the invitation!
REMINDER: There will be NO SCHOOL Friday, April 18 - Monday, April 21. Classes will resume on Tuesday, April 22, 2025.
What an incredible night at Westfall Elementary! Our 2nd-grade students lit up the stage with their performance of "Rain Before Rainbows." Their dedication and hard work truly shined through every song! Thank you to Miss Wynkoop for organizing another incredible show, and thank you to everyone who came out to support our performers!
REMINDER: There will be NO SCHOOL Friday, April 18 - Monday, April 21.
Classes will resume on Tuesday, April 22, 2025.
We are less than a week away from our 2nd-grade music program, "Rain Before Rainbows," on Tuesday, April 15, at 7:00 PM. Doors open at 6:40 PM. Our 2nd graders have been working hard and look forward to sharing this performance with you!
Reminder: CURRENT Kindergarten Families: Due to the screening process for prospective 2025-2026 kindergarten students, there will be NO SCHOOL for all current kindergarten students on Friday, April 11, and Friday, April 25. Preschool and Grades 1-5 will continue as scheduled.
We are excited to announce that our students will have the opportunity to receive a FREE haircut at school on Thursday, April 17, from a volunteer licensed cosmetologist!
✂️ Spots are still available — don’t miss out! Please return permission slips by Friday, April 11.
Mrs. Woods' second-grade students have been reading the book Messy Martha. In the story, Martha makes a cake with the help of her friends—measuring, mixing, and working together. Inspired by the recipe at the end of the book, the students baked their own chocolate banana cake. Thankfully, they didn’t make the same mistakes as Messy Martha—they kept the classroom kitchen clean!
SAVE THE DATE: Join us in celebrating our Preschool Graduation on Wednesday, May 21, at 5:30 PM in the WES Cafetorium! This special ceremony honors our preschoolers who will be moving on to Kindergarten next school year. Family members of our graduates are welcome to attend.
Our Mustangs Student-Run Credit Union is thrilled to announce another fun incentive! Any student who opens an account or makes a deposit will receive a FREE Moonpie!! It’s our way of saying thank you for your support. Don’t miss out—see you Friday!
We are excited to announce that Westfall Elementary students will have the opportunity to receive a free haircut at school on Thursday, April 17, from a volunteer licensed cosmetologist!
A limited number of spots are available, and they are on a first come, first served basis. Please return permission slips by Friday, April 11.
If you need an additional permission slip or have questions, please contact kala.cantor@westfallschools.com or angela.ware@westfallschools.com.
Thank you to our incredible paraprofessionals for their dedication, hard work, and support of our students and staff. This morning, we showed our appreciation with a special breakfast to honor all they do. Our school wouldn’t be the same without you—thank you!
Westfall Elementary Student Council is hosting a fundraiser to support Mrs. Jones, a first-grade teacher currently undergoing medical treatment. From April 7-11, gourmet lollipops will be available for $1.00 during lunch, with all proceeds going directly to Mrs. Jones and her family. Additional donations in cash or checks made out to Westfall Elementary Student Council are also welcome. Let’s come together to make her day a little bit sweeter and show how much we care!
We are excited to introduce our new online Interdistrict Open Enrollment application through Final Forms!
To enroll a new student, parents/guardians can visit https://westfall-oh.finalforms.com/, create a new account, and complete the necessary information. Please ensure both required proofs of residency are uploaded into the portal.
For current Interdistrict Open Enrollment students, parents/guardians can log in to https://westfall-oh.finalforms.com/, complete the application, and upload the required documents.
Please note: Applications will not be marked as received in the Board Office until both approved proofs of residency are successfully uploaded. The deadline to submit online Interdistrict Open Enrollment applications is May 15, 2025.
Online Interdistrict Open Enrollment Applications will be available from April 1 to May 15, 2025. Open Enrollment Guidelines and a list of approved Proof of Residency Documents can be found within the application.
For additional information, please contact the Westfall District Office at paula.dumm@westfallschools.com.
Congratulations to our 5th-graders for committing to the DARE promise! We're so proud of you as you graduate from the DARE program and look forward to seeing you apply the valuable skills you’ve learned as you continue your education.
A special congratulations to our essay winners: 1st place Rose Neff, 2nd place Mya Davey, and 3rd place Bentley Dauberman. We also celebrate Rose Neff for receiving the Mustang Education Award as a standout DARE student.
Thank you to DARE Officer Deputy Hamlin and the Pickaway County Sheriff's Office for your dedication and support of our students.
