As we look ahead to 2026, may our school community continue to shine brightly, surrounded by the luck, love, and joy of the rainbow that graced our school on Friday, December 19th. Here’s to a new year filled with growth, connection, and shared accomplishments we can celebrate, TOGETHER.

With sincere appreciation and heartfelt holiday wishes from my WHOLE family to yours,
Christina Scaduto

1 day ago, Jessie F. George School
Happy Holiday wishes from the JFG, Principal
Morning announcements are fostering meaningful connections across our schools! Don’t miss this incredible performance by our talented JFG students as they set the stage for the holiday break! #JustFocusonGrowing

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Zo_hnNKVfc
2 days ago, Jessie F. George School
JFG PERFORMANCE
Through collaboration, our buddies poured their hearts and hands into a project meticulously crafted with care, curiosity, and passion. We can all treasure the final product as a beautiful reminder of the pride and strength that come from teamwork! #JustFocusonGrowing
3 days ago, Jessie F. George School
Through collaboration, our buddies poured their hearts and hands into a project meticulously crafted with care, curiosity, and passion. We can all treasure the final product as a beautiful reminder of the pride and strength that come from teamwork! #JustFocusonGrowing
Through collaboration, our buddies poured their hearts and hands into a project meticulously crafted with care, curiosity, and passion. We can all treasure the final product as a beautiful reminder of the pride and strength that come from teamwork! #JustFocusonGrowing
Through collaboration, our buddies poured their hearts and hands into a project meticulously crafted with care, curiosity, and passion. We can all treasure the final product as a beautiful reminder of the pride and strength that come from teamwork! #JustFocusonGrowing
Through collaboration, our buddies poured their hearts and hands into a project meticulously crafted with care, curiosity, and passion. We can all treasure the final product as a beautiful reminder of the pride and strength that come from teamwork! #JustFocusonGrowing
The Westwood Regional School District is proud to announce "Once a Cardinal, Always a Cardinal," a new initiative celebrating the deep-rooted connection between the District and its staff. This program highlights the 60 current employees who are also proud graduates of Westwood Regional Schools.

The initiative recognizes employees who have come full circle, returning to the hallways where they once learned to now lead and inspire the next generation. These dedicated individuals represent a wide range of roles, from teachers and administrators to support staff. Their collective experience totals an impressive 565+ years, showcasing a profound and enduring commitment to the community.

Thank you to our Westwood TV (WTV) for featuring some of our Once a Cardinal Staff. Check it out on WTV YouTube Channel to interviews with current Once a Cardinal Alumni/Staff at https://www.youtube.com/@WTV_NETWORK
13 days ago, Kelly Riedel
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'Tis the season to kick off your shoes, literally! Our teachers stepped into wellness with relaxing foot scans and a moment to breathe before the holiday rush. Nothing says “ready for the season” like happy feet and happy hearts! Thank you, Dr. Evan Chait, and Kinetic Rehab and Spine for the visit! Here’s to starting the holidays on the right foot! #JustFocusonGrowing
21 days ago, Jessie F. George School
'Tis the season to kick off your shoes, literally! Our teachers stepped into wellness with relaxing foot scans and a moment to breathe before the holiday rush. Nothing says “ready for the season” like happy feet and happy hearts! Thank you, Dr. Evan Chait, and Kinetic Rehab and Spine for the visit! Here’s to starting the holidays on the right foot! #JustFocusonGrowing
'Tis the season to kick off your shoes, literally! Our teachers stepped into wellness with relaxing foot scans and a moment to breathe before the holiday rush. Nothing says “ready for the season” like happy feet and happy hearts! Thank you, Dr. Evan Chait, and Kinetic Rehab and Spine for the visit! Here’s to starting the holidays on the right foot! #JustFocusonGrowing
Our students are enjoying a wonderful experience at our annual Holiday Shop, where they are selecting special gifts and embracing the magic of the season. Their smiles say it all! A big thank you to all the family volunteers for assisting our shoppers in choosing the perfect gifts for their friends and family! #JustFocusonGrowing
21 days ago, Jessie F. George School
Our students are having a wonderful experience at our annual Holiday Shop, picking out special gifts and embracing the magic of the season. Their smiles say it all! #JustFocusonGrowing
Our students are having a wonderful experience at our annual Holiday Shop, picking out special gifts and embracing the magic of the season. Their smiles say it all! #JustFocusonGrowing
Thank you to the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office and the Cyber Crimes Unit for presenting over the past two days to all of our grade 5 students. The students learned how to be safe on the internet at school and home and the value of a trusted adult. We are grateful for our partnership with BCPO.
23 days ago, Kelly Riedel
bcpo
A heartfelt thank you to all the wonderful families who generously contributed to our Food Drive! Together, we donated non-perishable items, frozen turkeys, and essential toiletries to the Helping Hands Food Pantry in Hillsdale. We are truly grateful for this incredible community and its unwavering support! #JustFocusonGrowing
about 1 month ago, Jessie F. George School
A heartfelt thank you to all the wonderful families who generously contributed to our Food Drive! Together, we donated non-perishable items, frozen turkeys, and essential toiletries to the Helping Hands Food Pantry in Hillsdale. We are truly grateful for this incredible community and your unwavering support! #JustFocusonGrowing
Washington PSO + NJ4S invites all of our elementary school parents to a presentation on November 18, Please see flyer for details and to register for this event.
about 1 month ago, Kelly Riedel
nj4s
Our 25-26 Peer Leaders are ready to shine! These incredible students are stepping up to be role models, helpers, and positive forces in our school! We couldn't be prouder of their amazing leadership, fantastic kindness, and unwavering commitment to making JFG an extraordinary place to learn and grow! #JustFocusonGrowing
about 1 month ago, Jessie F. George School
Our 25-26 Peer Leaders are ready to shine! These incredible students are stepping up to be role models, helpers, and positive forces in our school! We couldn't be prouder of their amazing leadership, fantastic kindness, and unwavering commitment to making JFG an extraordinary place to learn and grow! #JustFocusonGrowing
Washington PSO + NJ4S invites our elementary school parents to a presentation on November 18, Please see flyer for details and to register for this event.
about 1 month ago, Kelly Riedel
nj4s elementary
Our young scientists took hands-on learning to a whole new level! From exploring the gooey insides to counting seeds and making observations, our students’ faces were full of surprise, curiosity, and pure joy. It's moments like these that remind us how powerful experiential learning can be! Curiosity truly comes alive when little hands and big imaginations get involved! #JustFocusonGrowing
about 2 months ago, Jessie F. George School
Our young scientists took hands-on learning to a whole new level! From exploring the gooey insides to counting seeds and making observations, our students’ faces were full of surprise, curiosity, and pure joy. It's moments like these that remind us how powerful experiential learning can be! Curiosity truly comes alive when little hands and big imaginations get involved! #JustFocusonGrowing
Our young scientists took hands-on learning to a whole new level! From exploring the gooey insides to counting seeds and making observations, our students’ faces were full of surprise, curiosity, and pure joy. It's moments like these that remind us how powerful experiential learning can be! Curiosity truly comes alive when little hands and big imaginations get involved! #JustFocusonGrowing
Our young scientists took hands-on learning to a whole new level! From exploring the gooey insides to counting seeds and making observations, our students’ faces were full of surprise, curiosity, and pure joy. It's moments like these that remind us how powerful experiential learning can be! Curiosity truly comes alive when little hands and big imaginations get involved! #JustFocusonGrowing
This morning, our dedicated teachers attended a professional development session, immersing themselves in innovative strategies to diversify their instructional practices. Our co-teaching framework not only enriches our students' learning experiences but also empowers our educators to deliver quality instruction. The commitment to excellence is evident as they prepare to inspire and engage EVERY learner in their classroom.
about 2 months ago, Jessie F. George School
Continued professional development on our co-teaching framework
Continued professional development on our co-teaching framework
We are proud to announce that our 5th Grade Safety Patrol is officially up and running! These outstanding students are stepping up as role models, helping keep our hallways safe, supporting younger students during arrival and dismissal, and showing what it means to lead with kindness and responsibility! #JustFocusonGrowing
2 months ago, Jessie F. George School
We are proud to announce that our 5th Grade Safety Patrol is officially up and running! These outstanding students are stepping up as role models, helping keep our hallways safe, supporting younger students during arrival and dismissal, and showing what it means to lead with kindness and responsibility! #JustFocusonGrowing
This week, our students showed just how powerful kindness and respect can be! In honor of the Week of Respect, our school came together to create a beautiful Chain of Love and Kindness, each link representing a kind act, a thoughtful word, or a moment of inclusion.#JustFocusonGrowing
2 months ago, Jessie F. George School
This week, our students showed just how powerful kindness and respect can be! In honor of the Week of Respect, our school came together to create a beautiful Chain of Love and Kindness, each link representing a kind act, a thoughtful word, or a moment of inclusion.#JustFocusonGrowing
This week, our students showed just how powerful kindness and respect can be! In honor of the Week of Respect, our school came together to create a beautiful Chain of Love and Kindness, each link representing a kind act, a thoughtful word, or a moment of inclusion.#JustFocusonGrowing
This week, our students showed just how powerful kindness and respect can be! In honor of the Week of Respect, our school came together to create a beautiful Chain of Love and Kindness, each link representing a kind act, a thoughtful word, or a moment of inclusion.#JustFocusonGrowing
Just as the leaves are turning, our students are growing academically, creatively, and socially. Their hard work and imagination are on full display, and our walls are highlighting the energy, efforts, and hard work behind the doors of every classroom! We couldn't be prouder! #JustFocusonGrowing
3 months ago, Jessie F. George School
Just as the leaves are turning, our students are growing academically, creatively, and socially. Their hard work and imagination are on full display, and are our walls are highlighting the energy, efforts, and hard work behind the doors of every classroom! We couldn't be prouder! #JustFocusonGrowing
Just as the leaves are turning, our students are growing academically, creatively, and socially. Their hard work and imagination are on full display, and are our walls are highlighting the energy, efforts, and hard work behind the doors of every classroom! We couldn't be prouder! #JustFocusonGrowing
Just as the leaves are turning, our students are growing academically, creatively, and socially. Their hard work and imagination are on full display, and are our walls are highlighting the energy, efforts, and hard work behind the doors of every classroom! We couldn't be prouder! #JustFocusonGrowing
Just as the leaves are turning, our students are growing academically, creatively, and socially. Their hard work and imagination are on full display, and are our walls are highlighting the energy, efforts, and hard work behind the doors of every classroom! We couldn't be prouder! #JustFocusonGrowing
Just as the leaves are turning, our students are growing academically, creatively, and socially. Their hard work and imagination are on full display, and are our walls are highlighting the energy, efforts, and hard work behind the doors of every classroom! We couldn't be prouder! #JustFocusonGrowing
Just as the leaves are turning, our students are growing academically, creatively, and socially. Their hard work and imagination are on full display, and are our walls are highlighting the energy, efforts, and hard work behind the doors of every classroom! We couldn't be prouder! #JustFocusonGrowing
Reminder: Our district is pleased to invite you to an evening presentation in partnership with InSite Health:
Understanding Children’s Mental Health Tuesday, October 14, 2025 | 6:30 PM Westwood Regional High School, Hurley Theater. Please reference letter sent for more information. We look forward to seeing you on October 14th.
3 months ago, Kelly Riedel
insite health
Check out our first musical performance, live during our morning announcements! #JustFocusonGrowing

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sh_HKoSvv0M
3 months ago, Jessie F. George School
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Our Penguin Assembly was a tremendous success, filled with laughter, learning, and plenty of waddling fun! Students discovered fascinating facts about penguins, and we are thankful to our PSO for organizing such a fantastic assembly! #JustFocusonGrowing
3 months ago, Jessie F. George School
Our Penguin Assembly was a tremendous success, filled with laughter, learning, and plenty of waddling fun! Students discovered fascinating facts about penguins, and we are thankful to our PSO for organizing such a fantastic assembly! #JustFocusonGrowing
Our Penguin Assembly was a tremendous success, filled with laughter, learning, and plenty of waddling fun! Students discovered fascinating facts about penguins, and we are thankful to our PSO for organizing such a fantastic assembly! #JustFocusonGrowing
Our Penguin Assembly was a tremendous success, filled with laughter, learning, and plenty of waddling fun! Students discovered fascinating facts about penguins, and we are thankful to our PSO for organizing such a fantastic assembly! #JustFocusonGrowing
Our Penguin Assembly was a tremendous success, filled with laughter, learning, and plenty of waddling fun! Students discovered fascinating facts about penguins, and we are thankful to our PSO for organizing such a fantastic assembly! #JustFocusonGrowing
A heartfelt thank you to our incredible teachers, devoted staff, and supportive families for making our Back-to-School Night an outstanding success! Your enthusiasm, kindness, and collaboration crafted a warm and inviting atmosphere for our students. Here’s to a year overflowing with learning, laughter, and growth, together! #JustFocusonGrowing
3 months ago, Jessie F. George School
Huge thanks to our amazing teachers, dedicated staff, and supportive families for making back-to-school such a success. Your energy, care, and teamwork created a warm and joyful welcome for our students.
Huge thanks to our amazing teachers, dedicated staff, and supportive families for making back-to-school such a success. Your energy, care, and teamwork created a warm and joyful welcome for our students.
Huge thanks to our amazing teachers, dedicated staff, and supportive families for making back-to-school such a success. Your energy, care, and teamwork created a warm and joyful welcome for our students.
Huge thanks to our amazing teachers, dedicated staff, and supportive families for making back-to-school such a success. Your energy, care, and teamwork created a warm and joyful welcome for our students.
Huge thanks to our amazing teachers, dedicated staff, and supportive families for making back-to-school such a success. Your energy, care, and teamwork created a warm and joyful welcome for our students.
Huge thanks to our amazing teachers, dedicated staff, and supportive families for making back-to-school such a success. Your energy, care, and teamwork created a warm and joyful welcome for our students.
Huge thanks to our amazing teachers, dedicated staff, and supportive families for making back-to-school such a success. Your energy, care, and teamwork created a warm and joyful welcome for our students.