Westfield Academy and Central School

Congratulations to our Middle and High School students of the month for April, 2026!

On Tuesday, May 12, 2026, the Westfield-Mayville Rotary Club presented their Scholars of the Month. These students were selected because of their hard work, character, leadership, service, and dedication they demonstrate every day at Westfield Academy. The students are: Arielle Corbett Adam Eggleston Grace Grahm Sam Heim Griffin Paternosh Tahner Stow Ben Wolfe Congratulations on your outstanding achievements! Go Wolverines!

Today’s budget spotlight focuses on the many student opportunities supported through the proposed 2026-2027 school budget, including the addition of our new Unified Athletic Program!

This budget continues to invest in programs and experiences that help all students learn, grow, compete, and succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

Highlights include:

• New Unified Athletic Activities
• CTE & P-TECH Programs
• Music Competitions & Performances
• STEM Opportunities & STEM Wars
• Transportation Support for Student Events
• Co-Curricular Activities
• Athletic Programs
• Local Library Support
• Special Education Programs
• Capital Improvements

Budget Vote Information
Tuesday, May 19th, 2026
Noon – 8:00 PM
High School Gym Atrium

Eligible voters must be:
• A United States citizen
• At least 18 years old
• A district resident for at least 30 days prior to the vote

Today’s budget focus is on the upcoming Budget Vote taking place next Tuesday, May 19th from noon to 8 PM in the High School Gym Atrium.

We encourage all eligible community members to make their voice heard and participate in this important vote for our schools and students.

To vote, you must be:
• A citizen of the United States
• At least 18 years old
• A district resident for at least 30 days prior to the vote

Thank you for your continued support of our students, staff, and school community!

Key Club is hosting a giant yard sale Saturday, May 16 in front of the school from 9-1.  In case of rain, the event will be moved to the cafeteria.  A large variety of items are available at low cost.  A huge selection of clothing ranging in size from infant to adult is available.  Formal wear, business wear, outerwear and casual clothing are all available.  All clothing and shoes are FREE.

Join Us Tonight for the Annual School Budget Hearing!

Your voice matters as we plan for the future of our students, staff, and school community. We invite all community members to attend our Annual School Budget Hearing tonight at 6:00 PM in the Large Group Instruction (LGI) Room.

This is a great opportunity to:
• Learn more about the proposed 2026-2027 school budget
• Hear how the budget supports students, programs, safety, and opportunities
• Ask questions and stay informed before the May 19th budget vote

All budget information can be found at: https://www.westfieldcsd.org/documents/our-district/business-office/budget-documents/2026-27-budget-documents/25115186

We hope to see you there!

The Prom was a HUGE SUCCESS this past Saturday! This year's Prom Court was (left to right): Prom Queen - Grace Graham ; Prom King - Brayden Paddock; Prom Prince - Trent Ramm ; Prom Princess - Nahlia Douglas. Congratulations!

It's a beautiful Saturday for some baseball! Wolverines win it, 12-2, over Brocton/Cassadaga. ⚾🐾

Middle School Government sponsored Friday Night's Middle School Dance. Everyone had a great time!

Today’s 2026-2027 Budget Focus highlights the many student opportunities and experiences that help each student grow, explore, and succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

This budget continues to support programs and experiences that enrich the educational journey for all students, including:

• NEW Unified Athletic Activities Program
• CTE and P-TECH Opportunities
• Capital Improvements to Learning Spaces
• Music Competitions and Performances
• STEM Opportunities and STEM Wars
• Transportation Support for Student Events and Activities
• Co-Curricular and Athletic Programs
• Continued Support for Our Local Library
• Special Education Programs and Services

Our goal is to provide students with meaningful opportunities that support academic success, creativity, teamwork, leadership, and inclusion across all grade levels.

Thank you for your continued support of our students, staff, and school community!

Today’s 2026-2027 budget focus is student and staff safety. Our proposed budget continues to prioritize maintaining a safe, secure, and prepared learning environment for everyone in our schools.

Key safety investments include:
Newer and safer school buses
Capital improvements to district facilities
School Safety Advisor services
Staff Stop the Bleed training
Staff First Aid/CPR training

These investments help ensure our students and staff are supported every day!

Rogan Kelley, grade 11, was inducted into NHS last night at PTECH. CONGRATULATIONS Rogan!

🪩 Middle School Dance 🪩 Friday, May 8th Sponsored by MS Student Government

Today’s Budget Focus: Proposition #2- Funding of Repair Reserve

Proposition #2 includes the initial funding of a repair reserve, allowing the district to address unexpected repairs quickly, helping minimize disruptions to learning and keeping our buildings safe and operational.

Today’s Budget Focus: Proposition #1 on the May 19th ballot.

This proposition outlines the total proposed budget for the 2026–2027 school year and supports the programs, staffing, and services that keep our schools running each day.

Stay informed and remember to vote on May 19th!

Grady Kelley finished in 3rd place in the grades 8-12 ESports tournament that was held recently in Fredonia, NY at BOCES. Congratulations Grady!

As part of developing the 2026–2027 budget, the district carefully reviewed all areas of spending to identify opportunities to reduce costs while continuing to support student learning and daily operations.

Through this process, we were able to make targeted reductions in several areas, including:
• Office and administrative costs
• Buildings and grounds contractual services
• BOCES teaching expenses
• School vehicle purchases
• Office supplies and equipment

These adjustments help us maintain a fiscally responsible budget while preserving the programs and services that matter most to our students and families.

Our PreK Community Tour was so much fun today! Students loved getting out into the community and experiencing firsthand the places and people who help make Westfield a great place to live and grow! We are incredibly grateful to Noah Mathews Enterprises, the Westfield Police Department, Full Strength Coffee Company, the Westfield Fire Department, and Westfield Nursery for opening their doors and welcoming our students in today. These experiences help build not only knowledge, but also a sense of belonging and appreciation for the community they are a part of. Thank you to everyone who helped make this day so memorable for our PreK students!

Today’s Budget Focus: High-Cost, Required Expenses

As we continue to share details about the 2026–2027 school budget, today we’re highlighting high-cost items that are largely outside of the district’s control. These are essential expenses required to operate our schools, meet student needs and meet existing obligations.

Key Year to Year Increases Include:
• Special Education Tuition/BOCES Services: $253,631
• Equipment: $65,331
• Jamestown Community College Course Tuition: $29,000
• Health Insurance: $195,353
• Retirement: $18,636
• Social Security: $46,707
• District Insurance: $17,065
• Debt Service (voter-approved increase): $627,444
Total High-Cost Items: $1,253,167

These expenses reflect our commitment to supporting all students, maintaining safe operations, and meeting legal and contractual obligations.

Stay tuned as we continue breaking down the budget in the days ahead.

Have a great weekend!