Westfield Academy and Central School

As we enter Memorial Day Weekend, Westfield Academy and Central school would like to share the most recent Wall of Fame Inductee: In an intimate ceremony on Monday, May 18, 2026, at 5 pm in Westfield Auditorium, Kevin Wilson White was inducted into the Westfield Academy and Central School Wall of Fame. Surrounded by family, friends, and community members, the 30-minute ceremony included memories and stories from Mrs. Wilson, Mr. Birner, and Mr. Pikiewicz. Mr. Paul White, Kevin's father, shared with us that stories and memories about Kevin are always important in helping keep Kevin's memory alive. Thank you to Paul, Patricia, David, Kimberly, Vera, and Stephen for sharing our special evening.

🎓Congratulations to the Class of 2026 Top Ten 🎓 Benjamin Wolfe-Valedictorian Zachary Wolfe-Salutatorian Emma DeGolier Adam Eggleston Savannah Frudd Grace Graham Addison Lendt Paulo Lescano Tahner Stow Olivia Wolfe Congratulations, Wolverines. We are proud of you!

Kindergarten shared their COURAGE with us today during their STAR program! We loved hearing about this month’s books and the many ways they have shown courage and bravery, connecting perfectly with our May character theme. Our young Wolverines did an amazing job! Thank you to all of the families that joined us today. 💙🐾 A special shout out to our May book sponsors the WP Jackaway Post 6764 VFW and John W. Rogers Post 327 🇺🇲 THANK YOU!

You may notice a new look around our school the next time you stop by! Our new door and window coverings not only showcase our Wolverine pride, but also provide an added layer of safety and security for our students and staff. We are proud to continue creating a welcoming, safe, and spirited environment for everyone who walks through the doors at WACS. 💙🐾

⛳️ Big Shout Out to Braylon Swanson and Lincoln Thomas for their golf league title!

Congratulations to our Westfield Elementary STEAM Team for their successful day competing at STEM Wars. This amazing group brought home several first place ribbons and a special Shark Tank trophy! Amazing work, Wolverines! STEM Wars, held at the Northwest Ice Arena in Jamestown, is a large hands-on STEM competition and career exploration event for students across Chautauqua County. For elementary students, it’s designed to make science, technology, engineering, and math fun through creative building challenges, teamwork, and problem-solving activities. The event is organized through Dream It Do It Western New York and regional education/manufacturing partners to expose students to future STEM and manufacturing careers in an engaging way. There were also several interactive exhibits from local manufacturing and engineering businesses and groups.

🎾 Congratulations to Adam Eggleston and Tahner Stow on their 3rd place Doubles finish! 🎾 🏆

Attention students and parents - Sign Ups for All Fall Sports are now active on Family ID. If you are interested in playing Football, Soccer, Volleyball, Cross Country or Swim, you MUST sign up on Family ID before June 3rd, 2026. If you are thinking of playing one of these but are not 100% sure, still please still sign up now.

Today is the day!

We encourage all eligible community members to come out and vote in our Annual School Budget Vote today from 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM in the High School Gym Atrium.

Your vote helps support our students, programs, opportunities, and the future of our school community. We appreciate your continued support and participation!

School Budget Vote 2026

CONGRATULATIONS to our new National Honor Society Inductees on May 18, 2026!

Kali DeGolier, Mary Quagliana, Gracie Bane, Elton Estes, Isabella Kurtz, Liberty Maring, Luvlee Zastrow, John Bratton, Ian Kindermann, Meredith Lendt.

⚾️ Good Luck to our Boys Varsity Baseball team tonight as they look to clinch the Division Title! ⚾️ 🎾 Best of luck to Cole Tenamore and Tahner Stow who are competing at Tennis Counties today! 🎾

We encourage all eligible community members to participate in the budget vote tomorrow! Below are some details about the two propositions that will appear on the ballot.

Proposition #1: 2026–2027 Proposed School Budget
The proposed budget includes expenditures totaling $21,359,328 and supports student programs, staff, transportation, safety initiatives, extracurricular opportunities, capital improvements, and daily district operations.

Proposition #2: Repair Reserve Allocation
An initial allocation of $100,000 from the District’s Unassigned Fund Balance into a Repair Reserve to help address:
• Unforeseen facility and building needs that may arise throughout the year

Your vote plays an important role in supporting the future of our students, staff, and school community.

Tuesday, May 19th
Noon – 8:00 PM
High School Gym Atrium

Our track athletes are having an incredible season. Just recently, Meredith Lendt placed 1st in the mile and 2nd in the two mile at the Super Eight track meet in Salamanca.   Also pictured here from other events this season are Noah Tuah, Nora Robinson, Ian Kinderman, and Meredith along with their C Lake teammates. Congratulations 👏🏼 to all!

As we get closer to the May 19th Budget Vote, we want to highlight the two propositions that voters will consider for the 2026–2027 school year.

Proposition #1: 2026–2027 Proposed School Budget:
Expenditures of $21,359,328

Proposition #2: Repair Reserve Allocation:
Initial allocation of $100,000 from the District’s Unassigned Fund Balance into a Repair Reserve to help address:
• Unexpected repairs
• Unforeseen facility needs that arise throughout the year

Your vote helps support the future of our students, staff, and school community.
• Vote on Tuesday, May 19th
• Polls open from Noon – 8:00 PM
• High School Gym Atrium

Thank you to all of our guests who attended the annual Senior Citizen's Breakfast and Budget Presentation this morning. The morning included a delicious breakfast served by members of National Honor Society, a presentation of the proposed 2026-37 School Budget by Mr. Melquist and Mr. Sikorski, musical performances from various student groups, and a tour of the building. The 2026 School Budget vote is Tuesday, May 19th from 12-8pm in the High School Gym Atrium.

Following another wonderful Senior Citizen Breakfast at Westfield Academy and Central School, we want to continue sharing information about the 2026–2027 school budget and the major cost drivers impacting next year’s budget proposal.

These are essential expenses that support student programs, staff, transportation, facilities, and required services throughout the district:

Year-to-Year Increase
• Special Education Tuition/BOCES Special Education - $253,631
• Equipment - $65,331
• Jamestown Community College Course Tuition - $29,000
• Health Insurance (15% Increase) - $195,353
• Retirement - $18,636
• Social Security - $46,707
• District Insurance - $17,065
• Debt Service (Voter Approved Increase) - $627,444

Total High-Cost Items Year-to-Year Increase: $1,253,167

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

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

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