Westfield Academy and Central School

The Westfield Band wishes you Happy Holidays from all around our town! Thank you for your continued support of our students. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Dgwm9Jb_pwSBR_sj9UoeQEO2kpgOB7Mi/view?usp=sharing

Our December Star Program - Featuring our fourth grade. https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ni008VkTO_iQk70QjbIGwCKtqMj88Ws6c9Parkykn1Q/edit?usp=sharing Happy Reading! Your STAR Committee Danielle, Emily and Stephanie

Good afternoon WACS Families: If you are a parent/guardian of a student who attends in-person at WACS, we ask that you please take a moment to complete the micro-cluster COVID - 19 testing survey below. The survey will close on Monday, December 21st. Please complete one entry per student. Thank you for your participation! https://forms.gle/BvUFJmbv7957qaCGA

The Elementary School is enjoying the season!

Winter Athletics Update NYSPHSAA has issued a press release regarding the delay of Winter Sports and the cancellation of Indoor Track . https://5il.co/nyzg

Congratulations to Angel Busch! We are proud to announce that Angel Busch made 2nd Team All-State - New York State High School for Girls Soccer - Fall 2020.

Good morning WACS, We were notified today that an employee in our secondary school tested positive for COVID -19. The individual was last present on December 8th. As per county guidelines, there is no need for contact tracing at this time. Our employee was not in direct contact (within 6 ft.) for 10 minutes or greater with any individuals. We will continue to collaborate with and follow the guidance established by our county health department. Please continue to wear face coverings and maintain your distance – 6 feet or greater. Be well WACS!

Governor Andrew Cuomo’s Cluster Action Initiative and the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) require schools that are in a designated yellow, orange, or red zone to test specific percentages of in-person students, teachers, and staff for COVID-19 in order to hold in-person classes. While neither Westfield nor Chautauqua County are currently considered a yellow, orange or red zone, we are taking action to prepare for these regulations should the need arise. Westfield is inviting you to an informational meeting about the guidelines and projected process for testing that would allow in-person learning to continue in the event that our area is designated a yellow zone. This will be presented via Zoom on Wednesday, December 16, at 6:30 pm. Please complete the information below. An invitation with zoom credentials will be sent to the email you share here, please verify it is entered correctly. Thank you for your continued role in keeping our school a safe place to learn. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1q2CXVCKP_x3G-lRo33UBvet0iDptft7yS-uB8e_XaOQ/edit?ts=5fd389b0

Our Board of Education Meeting will be conducted virtually on Monday. The meeting will begin at 7:00 p.m. and is viewable using the link below. Any public comments should be submitted to Mrs. Tina Winslow at twinslow@westfieldcsd.org by Monday at 2:00 p.m. https://ensemble.e2ccb.org/hapi/v1/contents/permalinks/westfield/view

WACS was notified today that a secondary student has tested positive for COVID-19. The student was last present on 11/20/2020 and is considered an off-site contact by the Chautauqua County Department of Health. There is no need for contact tracing at school. We will continue to work closely with the health department regarding any circumstances that may arise. Please continue social distancing, wearing masks, and practice proper hand washing hygiene.

Winter Sports Update NYSPHSAA has announced the cancellation of ALL Winter State Championships and the postponement of all high-risk sports (i.e.: basketball) until authorization is granted by state officials. NYSPHSAA Press Announcement - https://5il.co/ntde

Ski Club Update With the increasing COVID – 19 cases in our county, we are going to push back the start of Ski Club until we come back from January. Then, at that time, we will reevaluate our transportation plans. However, students should see either Mr. Meegan or Mr. Pikiewicz to receive their pass prior to Winter Break.

WACS will be offering meals for children during our planned Winter Recess (December 23- Jan 3). If you would like to participate in the meal program over the Winter Recess, please fill out the survey linked below. Any child, 18 and under, qualifies for free meals provided by the school district. Pick up will be on Tuesday, December 22nd between 11am and 1pm at the cafeteria pick-up window. Please be prepared as this will be breakfast and lunch for December 23-January 3. Any questions please call 326-2151 and speak to Heather Myers, Food Service Director. We ask that you submit requests no later than Wednesday 12/16 to allow planning. https://forms.gle/sQfAQsQD7EtCvdkp9

Ski Club Members, The Peek plans on opening Friday December 18th (fingers crossed). Those that purchased a Tuesday night pass only, your pass is available at school. Mr Meagan will have the middle school passes and Mr. Pikiewicz will have the high school passes available in their classrooms. Those that purchased an edge pass must have their picture taken at Peek'n Peak before a pass can be authorized. Due to Covid-19, pass pictures will now be taken on the first floor of the annex building. It will be located behind the ticket window sales area. Follow the signs when you get to the Peek. You can get this done anytime during their regularly scheduled hours. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Meegan or Mr. Pikiewicz. Think snow.

Low and Moderate Risk Sports The Executive Committee of Section VI has voted to postpone the start date for the winter season’s low and moderate risk sports ( boys & girls bowling, rifle, indoor track, boys swim and skiing) to January 4, 2021. This change will align all winter sports to the same date - January 4th. When we receive additional information regarding winter athletics, we will communicate to our Westfield Community.

6-12 Make-Up Photo Day December 15th - Group 1 (Mo./Tu.) Grades 6-12 & Staff 8:00-11:30am - Come to the camera when you can Gym Lobby/Concession Area Social distancing and face masks required

Middle and High School Holiday Spirt Week

Each year, the Recording Academy sponsors a week in January called "Grammy In-the-Schools" which offers high school students in southern California a chance to spend time with leaders in the music industry. This year, due to the pandemic, the event will be held virtually and will feature some ensembles from Westfield High School. The McClurg Street String Band is one WACS music group that recorded a video during the class "Musician's Studio" which many of the students take. They are performing an Irish tune called "The Rights of Man", which is a tribute to the book by the same name by Thomas Paine (think history class). Also featured will be a performance by the Westwinds form this year, and our handbell ensemble from 2019 (pre-covid). https://ensemble.e2ccb.org/Watch/o6LZz34G

Good afternoon WACS, We were notified today that an employee in our secondary school has tested positive for COVID-19. The individual was last present in school on December 1st. We are working closely with the Chautauqua County Department of Health to take the necessary steps in addressing the situation. Any close contacts will be notified. Thank you.

Fireside with Santa