Westwood In A Minute: WPS Students Return to School

Students and staff of Westwood Public Schools returned to their classrooms on Wednesday, August 28th, the first day of the new, 2024-25 academic year. Superintendent Timothy Piwowar continued his tradition of visiting every school in the district on the first day, announced the school district this week. Mr. Piwowar visited as many classrooms as possible to welcome students back.

Below are a few photos from the beginning of the new school year.

Photo courtesy of Westwood Public Schools. Students at the Sheehan Elementary School were welcomed back with a festive sign.

Photo courtesy of Westwood Public Schools. WPS Superintendent Timothy Piwowar joins kids at the Pine Hill Elementary School for an ice-breaking activity.

Photo courtesy of Westwood Public Schools. A billboard at the Downey Elementary School reminds students to “Be Kind” to others.

Thanks to Darcie Fisher and Westwood Public Schools for contributing this news to Westwood Minute.

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