The Shamrock Blast 03/13/25

This past weekend, Westfield Middle School took the stage for their Spring play, Goldilocks on Trial!

In this twist on the classic fairytale, Goldilocks finds herself in court facing charges from the Three Bears for breaking and entering, eating their porridge, and causing chaos in their home. Under the direction of Rhonda Johnson, the cast and crew delivered a fantastic performance, bringing laughter and energy to the stage. Congratulations to our talented Shamrocks on a job well done!

Photos provided by Westfield Middle School Yearbook

Summer camp catalogs are now available! Browse the variety of exciting programs by clicking the catalog buttons below. Enrollment is currently open. Click below to visit our website to learn more and register today!

All Westfield High School and Westfield Middle School consumable fees for 2024-2025 school year have been posted to your student's PowerSchool account. Westfield High School fees should be paid in full by April 6. Westfield Middle School fees should be paid in full by April 11. Please log into PowerSchool to make your payment. Device repair fees will be added as needed throughout the year.

Please note that new student fees have not been posted yet.

Important Notes:

• Families qualifying for Free and/or Reduced Scholarship Assistance are still responsible for Chromebook repairs, charger replacements, lost library books, and lost textbooks. These fees are not covered by the scholarship.

• If you need more time to pay, please contact Stacy Luedke at luedkes@wws.k12.in.us or call 317-867-8000, press 7, and then extension 10063 to arrange a payment plan.

• If you need your student’s ID number, please contact the school at 317-867-8000.

• All unpaid fees will be sent to collections and incur a $10 collection fee.

(Note: You cannot pay these fees via the PowerSchool or WWS mobile apps. The Powerschool app will need to be refreshed in order for payments to be visible via the app.)

You have three payment options:

1. Online Payment:

• Log into the PowerSchool Parent Portal using your username and password. If you need help with your account or forgot your password, contact your student’s school.

• Click the "Balance" link (coin icon) on the left side, then "Make a Payment."

• Select "Add All to Cart" or choose specific items to pay for. You will be redirected to the Westfield Washington Web Store.

• Log into your RevTrak account or create one using your email address. Complete your payment once logged in. Note: There is now a 4.1% processing fee for credit card payments. Please avoid using Internet Explorer.

2. Mail Payment:

• Mail a check payable to Westfield Washington Schools to:
  Attention: Stacy Luedke
  19500 Tomlinson Road, Suite B
  Westfield, IN 46074

• Be sure to include your student’s name in the memo line.

3. Phone Payment:

• Call 317-867-8000, press 7, and then enter extension 10002, 10004, or 10063 to pay by credit card over the phone. Please note the 4.1% processing fee.

For questions or to set up a payment plan, email luedkes@wws.k12.in.us or call Stacy Luedke at 317-867-8000, press 7, then extension 10063.

This is a friendly reminder that Monday, March 17, will be a teacher work day and staff professional development day. There will be no school for students that day. Have a happy St. Patrick's Day!

Kindergarten Registration for the 2025-2026 school year is open! Click the button below to register. For detailed information pertaining your child's school, please visit your school's future kindergartener page. This page provides essential details on registration requirements, important dates, kindergarten screening schedules, supply lists, and upcoming events.

Not sure which school your child will attend? Use our interactive map by clicking the button below. Simply enter your address to find your designated school.

Westfield Washington Schools is introducing a new finger scanning system for meal checkout to enhance efficiency in our cafeterias. This secure technology replaces PIN numbers and barcodes, reducing wait times and streamlining the process for students.

The system does not store fingerprint images. Instead, it converts touchpoint measurements into an encrypted alphanumeric code that cannot be reversed or used outside of meal checkout. All data is securely stored on district servers and protected under FERPA regulations.

By implementing this system, students will spend more time eating and less time waiting in line, eliminating concerns about lost cards or forgotten ID numbers. Families who prefer to opt-out may do so by contacting Food Services Director Paul Sherrer at sherrerp@wws.k12.in.us.

We appreciate your support as we roll out this new system and continue our commitment to providing all students with a safe, efficient, and convenient experience. The pilot program will begin in ten days.

Westfield High School Theatre invites you to enter the magical land of Narnia in this year's spring stage production of The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. You can purchase tickets by clicking the link below.

Show times:

Thursday, March 27 at 7 PM
Friday, March 28 at 7 PM
Saturday, March 29 at 2 PM
Saturday, March 29 at 7 PM

We are excited to announce that Dr. Ryan Hoover has been named the Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction, effective July 1, 2025. Dr. Hoover, who has served as our Director of Curriculum and Instruction since 2022, will step into this expanded role as Dr. John Atha transitions to Superintendent.

With over 27 years in education, Dr. Hoover has been instrumental in shaping our PreK-12 learning programs and supporting educators across the district. His leadership, dedication to student success, and innovative approach to learning will continue to elevate the quality of education in Westfield Washington Schools.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Hoover!

Harrison Gilbert, a senior at Westfield High School, participated in the first ever esports signing day, where he earned a scholarship to Indiana Wesleyan University to further his esports career while pursuing his bachelor's degree. His signing marks a significant milestone, setting the stage for future Westfield students to secure similar collegiate opportunities in esports. Congratulations, Harrison!

Last week, Maple Glen and Shamrock Springs students were honored in a ceremony for their art at the Indiana Statehouse! The student’s art will be on display for all to view in the statehouse rotunda for Youth Art Month for the duration of March. Way to go, Shamrocks!

Our Westfield FCCLA programs have been on fire these past few weeks! But first—what is FCCLA? Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) is a national nonprofit student organization that empowers students to develop leadership through hands-on learning in Family and Consumer Sciences pathways.

Westfield Middle School’s FCCLA team competed at the state level in Muncie, earning 8 National Qualifiers and 2 National Alternates across 10 events. Students also participated in youth and general sessions, and one of our teams won the statewide trivia competition! WMS teacher Emerson Burroughs was honored with the New Adviser of the Year Award.

Westfield High School also competed at the Indiana FCCLA State Leadership Conference and came away with 12 national qualifiers. Huge congratulations to the students and staff who put their all into this competition.

It’s been an exciting time for Westfield FFA, Speech & Debate, and DECA with all three competing in major events recently!

• Westfield FFA had an incredible showing at the FFA District Contest—in just their third year as a program, they brought 24 competitors across 18 events, the most of any of the 17 schools in attendance.
• Speech & Debate set a new school record with nine students qualifying for Nationals! A special congratulations to Mayah Lopez, named Student of the Year, and Coach Reineking, honored as Coach of the Year.
• DECA competed at the 2025 Indiana DECA State Career Development Conference, with many students earning spots at the 2025 DECA International Career Development Conference after placing in the top 11 at Districts.

To learn more about these impactful programs or explore the other extracurricular activities offered at Westfield High School, please click the button below.

Congratulations to our Students of the Month. These students ROCK!

We are so grateful for our dedicated cafeteria staff! Last week, Westfield Middle School showed their appreciation with a special celebration to honor their hard work and commitment. To all of our amazing cafeteria team members—thank you for everything you do to keep our schools running!

Last week, the Westfield Education Foundation awarded $10,000 in Impact Grants across the district! These grants are designed to create meaningful, lasting change by enhancing student achievement, fostering personal growth, and supporting large initiatives that benefit a broad range of students.

These grants are made possible when you support the Westfield Education Foundation. If you’d like to be part of this effort, visit the Westfield Education Foundation website to explore upcoming events and ways to get involved.

You're invited to join us on April 1 at 4:30 PM as we celebrate the completion of the Westfield Washington Schools Tennis Center. Join us for the girls' first home tennis match against Carmel High School immediately following the ceremony.

Whether you can't make it to a game or you want to give your relatives a chance to watch your kid play, Westfield Sports Network has you covered. WSN is a student-driven group that produces and does commentary for Rocks athletic events.

All previous and future stream links can be found on the IHSAA TV website. Just search "Westfield."

Come out to support all of our Rocks athletic teams. Whether you want to watch a varsity game, a JV matchup or middle school showdown, you can click the buttons below to see where our Rocks will be.

The days are getting warmer, so stay cool with the Westfield bucket hat. This hat is available in two colors - the perfect accessory to show your Shamrock pride at any Westfield event.

The Rock Shop is a student-run, student-operated shop with student-designed items. So, in addition to getting the latest apparel, you're also helping students get real entrepreneurship experience before they even graduate!

As spring approaches, we want to remind families that Westfield Washington Schools live streams elementary musical performances. Led by Rocks Media House, this effort ensures loved ones can watch from anywhere. Subscribe now so you never miss a show!

Upcoming performances:

• 3/13 Oak Trace | Great Expectations
• 3/26 Monon Trail | Choir
• 3/26 Maple Glen | Second Grade
• 3/27 Carey Ridge | Let's Sing About Spring
• 3/27 Carey Ridge | Music Around the World
• 3/27 Washington Woods | Dancing on the Rooftop
• 3/27 Shamrock Springs | Neon Harmony
• 4/1 Oak Trace | Fourth Grade

Do you want to make an impact on the future leaders of our community? Join us at Westfield Washington Schools, where you can truly make a difference!

The Rock Strong Award presented by the Westfield Education Foundation is a quarterly award, given out at each school and operations to recognize teachers, instructional assistants, instructional coaches, building secretaries, bus drivers, substitute teachers, food service staff and operations staff for the great work they do for our children and our community!

Each quarter, all schools and operations will review nominations from staff, students, families and the community and select someone who represents its values and culture to receive the Rock Strong Award and a special gift.

FCCLA Foodies Rock is a fully functioning foodservice operation that is student centered and fostered through the Westfield High School Culinary Arts program. Our members are highly trained in customer service, hospitality, culinary techniques, food safety and sanitation. Foodies Rock holds a Food Permit by the Hamilton County Board of Health, Advisors Nikki Heflin and Bryan Ferreira are ServSafe Manager certified, and will follow the National Restaurant Association’s Guidelines for food preparation. Chef Heflin and Chef Ferreira each have over 20 years of industry experience, and love guiding their students in making both the optics and cuisine for your event out of this world! Check out this full list of opportunities to work with FCCLA Foodies Rock and book today!

Inquire with Chef Nikki Heflin for booking

whsfoodiesrock@wws.k12.in.us

317-701-4440

Calling all writers! The Westfield Library Foundation is hosting a Children's Book Writing Contest for all aspiring authors in Westfield. Learn more about the contest by reading the document below!

Westfield Education Foundation scholarship applications are currently open. For 37 years, the foundation has supported students’ futures, awarding a total of $114,350 in scholarships in 2024 alone.

Encourage your child to apply today! Browse available scholarships and click below to access the 2025 application. The deadline to apply is April 1, 2025.

Westfield Washington Township is offering Safe Sitter classes! Safe Sitter is a medically accurate childcare curriculum that gives young adolescents the skills to be safe, nurturing babysitters. Mrs. White will teach important life skills- business, medical and safe habits- in this high quality course. Babysitters know how to keep children safe and how to respond in an emergency. Graduates will receive a Safe Sitter certification. Please bring a sack lunch. These classes fill up quickly so don't delay!

Each month, incoming Superintendent Dr. John Atha invites community members to Westfield High School to chat with him about anything on their minds. Learn about how the district operates from a chief executive or ask questions about upcoming construction projects.

Upcoming Dates

• April 22, 2025
• May 1, 2025

Westfield Washington Schools is one of the fastest growing school districts in the state of Indiana. With an “A” rating from the Indiana Department of Education, WWS enrolled nearly 9,700 students, in 2023-24, across six elementary, one intermediate, middle, and high school. The district employs roughly 1,500 staff members. Westfield High School is ranked in the top 3 percent nationally by U.S. News and World Report, and has a graduation rate of 97.2 percent with 86 percent of its graduates continuing onto higher education.

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