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J-LEAP program helps students immerse themselves in Japanese language.
A high school class speaking nothing but Japanese for an hour is a rare sight in New Jersey, let alone the United States. Thanks to a shared vision of enhanced cultural understanding and a partnership between The Japan Foundation and Laurasian Institution, this vision became a reality with the Japanese Language Education Assistance Program (J-LEAP). Cranford High School (CHS) was awarded the J-LEAP grant for the next two years, with fewer than 10 schools across the nation receiving the J-LEAP grant this year.
The 2024-25...
The Westfield High School Counseling Department hosted its 1st Annual WHS Grads Return event on December 17, with more than 20 recent alumni returning to WHS to share insights on post-secondary life with 11th and 12th graders.
The WHS alum served on four panels throughout the school, addressing questions and topics that included post-secondary exploration, the college application process, the transition to life after high school, the realities of college life, and more.
The morning program also included five Westfield community members who served on a career panel, televised live to 9th and...
Reeves-Reed Arboretum invites you to enjoy a fun-filled afternoon as they dive into the fascinating process of turning tree sap into delicious maple syrup! The annual Maple Sugaring Fest, a celebration of one of nature’s sweetest gifts, will take place on Sunday, March 2, 2025 from 1 pm to 4 pm at 165 Hobart Avenue in Summit. This family-friendly event is the perfect way to enjoy the outdoors while learning something new and indulging in some sweet treats.
Whether you’re a first-time attendee or a seasoned maple enthusiast, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
What to Expect
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In a thrilling encounter on January 11, 2025, the Chatham High School girls’ basketball team edged out Westfield High School with a 61-55 victory in a marathon four-overtime game. This win marked Chatham’s 11th consecutive victory, maintaining their unbeaten streak for the season.
The game was a testament to endurance and skill, with both teams displaying remarkable tenacity.
Chatham’s forward, Grace Kreuzer, delivered an outstanding performance, leading all scorers with 27 points.
Guard Grace Cloud also made pivotal contributions,...
Seven Westfield High School student instrumentalists will perform with CJMEA Region II Band and Orchestras in early January, having been selected following rigorous auditions. L-R: Liliana Lincoln, Anya Ausiello, Nathan DeBole, Christian Buonopane, Brianna Crisipino, Lucas Chalfant. Not pictured: Ethan Co.Photo Credit: Westfield High School Bands
Six Westfield High School vocalists will perform with the All-Eastern Honor Choirs in April. Photo Credit: Westfield High School Choral Department
Nearly 30 Westfield High School student musicians and vocalists have been accepted into prestigious regional...
Established in the 2020-2021 school year, the Cranford Esports program has become a thriving hub where gamers compete and play in a supportive and safe environment, fostering teamwork and community. This fall, the program achieved its first State Championship, with the Super Smash Brothers Ultimate team recording a 2-1 win over Sterling High School on Nov. 23. Starters Ryan West, Lorenzo Rodriguez, and Captain Zach Colyer, took home the Group Two championship belt.
“Our program is growing and developing a strong foundation with the younger players. Everyone has worked hard to get here and we...
Opening on February 7 and running through May 18, the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey will host a series of exhibitions focusing on the theme of place(less(ness)) that will feature various forms of media, including technology, textiles, and printmaking. Each exhibition explores ideas around the spaces we occupy and how we interact with them.
In the Main Gallery, artists Mollye Bendell, Christopher Kojzar, and JLS Gangwisch, members of the Baltimore-based collective strikeWare, will use media and technology to examine transit-related occurrences in the traveling exhibition ETA: Rerouted. The...
