Field Day is Tuesday, May 26!

Permission slips have been sent home with students and are due back by May 18. We’re excited to welcome parent volunteers! To help the day run smoothly, parents may attend while volunteering at a station. If you’re interested, please return the volunteer form that was sent home.

As you prepare for the day, please send students dressed in layers, with a water bottle, a hat or sunglasses, and sunscreen.

about 8 hours ago, Westfall Local Schools
Field Day - A bright, colorful graphic promoting Westfall Elementary Field Day shows silhouettes of children jumping and celebrating against a blue sky with clouds. The text reads “Westfall Elementary Field Day” with “Tuesday, May 26” below, and green grass along the bottom.
Open enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year is NOW OPEN through our online Interdistrict Open Enrollment application in Final Forms.

To enroll a new student, parents and guardians can visit https://westfall-oh.finalforms.com/, create an account, and complete the required information. Please ensure both required proofs of residency are uploaded into the portal.

For current Interdistrict Open Enrollment students, parents and guardians can log in to https://westfall-oh.finalforms.com/ to complete the application and upload the necessary documents.

Please note that applications will not be marked as received at the Board Office until both approved proofs of residency have been successfully uploaded.

The deadline to submit online Interdistrict Open Enrollment applications is May 15, 2026.

Online applications are available now until May 15. Open Enrollment Guidelines and a list of approved Proof of Residency Documents are available directly in the application.

For additional information, please contact the Westfall District Office at paula.dumm@westfallschools.com.
3 days ago, Westfall Local Schools
Online Open Enrollment - A promotional graphic for Online Open Enrollment featuring a student sitting cross-legged on a wooden floor, holding a laptop and giving a thumbs up. The background is split between a grey section and a textured red wall displaying the Westfall "W" logo. Text on the graphic reads "Online Open Enrollment" and "Complete your Open Enrollment Forms on our online platform – Final Forms" with the deadline "Now Until May 15." Icons on the red side highlight benefits: "Easily Upload Documents in the Secure Portal" and "Reduce Paperwork."
Our Mustangs Student-Run Credit Union is excited to share a fun incentive! Open an account or make a deposit—even just a penny—and your name will be entered into a drawing for a CRAVE BOX! It’s our way of saying thank you for supporting us. Don’t miss out—see you Friday!
4 days ago, Westfall Local Schools
ACU - A promotional graphic for Atomic Credit Union features a vibrant background with diagonal stripes of lime green, red, and blue. To the left, white text bubbles with black handwriting-style font read, "MAKE A DEPOSIT AND BE ENTERED TO WIN THIS AWESOME SNACK BOX." To the right, a "CraveBox" care package is overflowing with a variety of 45 snack items, including Mini Oreos, Fun Dip, Cheez-Its, Goldfish, Takis, Rice Krispies Treats, and Welch’s Fruit Snacks. The top of the image includes the NCUA and ESI logos alongside the Atomic Credit Union logo, with a small note stating, "NO PURCHASE NECESSARY - SEE YOUR STUDENT RUN REP WITH ANY QUESTIONS."
Director of Communications Emily Clark visited Mrs. Woods’ second-grade classroom on Friday as a special guest reader, bringing with her a story inspired by two famous bald eagles she enjoys watching on a YouTube livestream—Jackie and Shadow.

After searching for a book that captured their quirky antics and coming up empty, she decided to write her own titled "Jackie, Shadow, and the Not-So-Perfect Nest." The story highlighted Shadow’s attempts to improve their nest, complete with stick deliveries that don’t always go as planned.

Students followed along with the livestream of the eagles and asked questions about the pair. Students enjoyed the visit so much that during recess, they built their own nests with Lincoln Logs and created drawings of Jackie and Shadow.

I think it’s safe to say Jackie and Shadow have a few more fans after this visit! To watch the livestream of Jackie and Shadow, visit https://www.youtube.com/live/B4-L2nfGcuE?si=-pLbtIOI_9z6y9Gi.
7 days ago, Westfall Local Schools
In a brightly decorated elementary classroom, a female teacher sits on a stool and reads a large binder-style book to a group of young students sitting on the floor. To the left, a large monitor and a smaller computer screen both display the live bald eagle nest cam. The room is filled with educational posters, a "Happy Birthday" wall, and a calendar marked for the month of May.
A close-up of a television screen displays a live webcam feed from the Friends of Big Bear Valley, showing two adult bald eagles perched in a large stick nest nestled high in a pine tree. In the center of the nest, several small, grey, fuzzy eaglets are visible huddled together. The background reveals a vast landscape of evergreen forests and a blue lake under a clear sky, with a digital timestamp at the bottom reading May 1, 2026.
A teacher wearing a green utility jacket and jeans sits before her class, holding open a yellow-paged book that features photos of bald eagles. The page she is showing includes text about hatchlings breaking through their eggs and mentions the eagles Jackie and Shadow. The students, seen from behind, look up attentively while the background shows a classroom wall decorated with photos and motivational signs.
Two smiling children, a girl in a pink shirt and a boy in a white thermal shirt, kneel on a classroom floor next to a creative project. They have constructed a small eagle's nest out of interlocking wooden toy logs and placed a hand-drawn, colored paper cutout of a bald eagle on top. A plastic bin of building toys sits on the floor beside them.
Wednesday is the final day of our Tattoo a Teacher fundraiser. Check out the current leaderboard to see where the top 10 participants stand as we head into the final stretch. It’s not too late to donate and tattoo your favorite teacher. Be sure to return your form and donation before Wednesday, May 6.
7 days ago, Westfall Local Schools
Tattoo A Teacher Leaderboard - A leaderboard for the Tattoo a Teacher fundraiser featuring a ranked table of the top staff members and their current tattoo counts. The header is written in a stylized blackletter font, and the background is a pale yellow with illustrations of tattooed arms at the top and orange flames at the bottom. The table shows Mr. Davey in 1st place with 27 tattoos, followed by Mrs. Leatherwood with 24. A three-way tie for 4th place includes Mrs. Huff, Mrs. Smith, and Ms. Candy, all with 14 tattoos. Other ranked staff include Ms. Wynkoop in 3rd with 15, Mrs. Jones in 5th with 13, Mrs. Stonerock in 6th with 12, Ms. Marshall in 7th with 11, and Mrs. Patterson in 8th with 9 tattoos.
Tattoo A Teacher Form - An informational flyer for a school fundraiser titled Tattoo a Teacher running from April 27th to May 6th. The top of the page features illustrated arms covered in various temporary tattoos like stars, snakes, and roses. The middle section contains instructions and a comprehensive list of participating staff members organized by grade level from Preschool through 5th Grade, as well as Encore, Cafeteria, and Admin staff. The bottom of the flyer includes a fillable form for students to write their name and the staff members they wish to tattoo. A pricing heart indicates that small tattoos are 1 dollar, medium tattoos are 3 dollars, and large tattoos are 5 dollars. The text notes that all proceeds benefit the Principal’s fund for field trips and that teachers will wear all their temporary tattoos on Tuesday, May 12th.
Mr. Davey’s physical education class is putting a fun twist on fitness with a game of Hungry, Hungry Hippos. Students work in pairs to guide their teammates on scooters, sliding them out to collect balls from the center circle and pulling them back to safety. The activity builds core strength, coordination, and teamwork—all while keeping students engaged and active. Great job, Mustangs!
12 days ago, Westfall Local Schools
Students playing Hungry Hungry Hippos in gym class
Students playing Hungry Hungry Hippos in gym class

Yearbooks have arrived and will be coming home this week! If you forgot to order a yearbook, a limited number of extras are available for purchase. They are $25 and can be purchased with cash (exact change, please; no change is available) or by check made payable to Westfall Elementary School. We will sell them on a first-come, first-served basis until they are gone! You can email Miss Wynkoop at katie.wynkoop@westfallschools.com to reserve an extra yearbook for your student, or send in payment with your student to purchase one.

12 days ago, Westfall Local Schools
Extra Yearbooks - Graphic with a gray background featuring the word “EXTRA” repeated three times in large red lettering, with the bottom version filled in. At the bottom left, it reads “Yearbooks $25,” and at the bottom right, “While Supplies Last,” alongside a small Westfall “W” logo and an open book icon in the center.

Welcome, Future Mustangs! Our newest kindergarteners officially signed their intent to join our school family during Kindergarten Screenings this month. Marty the Mustang made a special appearance to meet students and pose for photos with our kindergarten teachers. See you in the fall, kindergartners! We are so excited to be part of your educational journey!

13 days ago, Westfall Local Schools
Kindergartener signing a certificate with the Westfall backdrop in the background and a sign that reads Welcome Future Mustang
Kindergartener signing a certificate with the Westfall backdrop in the background
Kindergartener signing a certificate with the Westfall backdrop in the background and a sign that reads Welcome Future Mustang
Kindergartener and mom signing a certificate with the Westfall backdrop in the background and a sign that reads Welcome Future Mustang
Kindergartener signing a certificate with the Westfall backdrop in the background and a sign that reads Welcome Future Mustang
Kindergartener signing a certificate with the Westfall backdrop in the background and a sign that reads Welcome Future Mustang
Group of teachers posing with Mustang mascot with the Westfall backdrop in the background
Miss Marshall’s art students have spent the past month exploring Earth Day and brainstorming ways to protect our planet. After identifying issues like pollution and waste, students set out to engineer their own solutions.

Starting with rough sketches and moving into 3D construction using recycled materials, the children combined imagination with ’a touch of magic’ to bring their inventions to life. A major focus was placed on symbolism, challenging students to create visual cues that represent their invention’s purpose.

To wrap up the project, students pitched their visionary designs to a very ‘tough’ investor—a stuffed animal dog—and shared their hard work and environmental passion with their peers.
13 days ago, Westfall Local Schools
Student posing with environmental art piece
Student posing with environmental art piece
Student posing with environmental art piece
Student posing with environmental art piece
Student posing with environmental art piece
Congratulations to our talented Westfall students who were recognized in the Pickaway Soil & Water Conservation District’s 2026 Conservation Poster Contest, held in partnership with the National Association of Conservation Districts. This year’s contest featured 131 student entries from across Pickaway County.

We are proud to celebrate the following winners:
* In the 2nd–3rd grade category, Kinsley Steward earned 1st Place.

* In the 4th–6th grade category, Brooklyn Steward earned 2nd Place, and Addison Baltzer received an Honorable Mention.

Great work to these students for using their creativity to highlight the importance of conservation!
13 days ago, Westfall Local Schools
Kinsley Steward holding her artwork and wearing her medal
Kinsley Steward's winning graphic and poster
Brooklyn Steward smiling and holding her winning poster and wearing her medal
Brooklyn's graphic showing her poster
Picture of Addison Baltzer smiling and holding poster and ribbon
Addison's graphic showing her winning poster design
Our America 250 Extravaganza was a tremendous success, a fun-filled evening of learning, celebration, and community. Guests enjoyed free pizza, explored hands-on craft stations, and had the chance to win door prizes. Many tried their luck with the estimation jars, and our Musical Mustangs delivered a wonderful performance.

Each student received a free book to take home, and every guest left with a mini American flag as a keepsake. Thank you to everyone who joined us in celebrating America 250 and helping make the event such a memorable experience.
14 days ago, Westfall Local Schools
Student smiling at camera while coloring with markers
Students coloring on a large coloring page laid out across a table
A student smiling at the camera while coloring a large coloring sheet
A student smiling while holding a family swimming pool in a box while Uncle Sam walks behind him
A student smiling holding a box of Whirley Pop machine and popcorn kernals
A family smiling at the camera while holding a box containing an inflatable cow sprinkler
A student holding an estimation jar
A student posing with a bicycle
A groupd of patrons smiling at the camera while standing behind a table display for The Backwoods Boom
Men dressed in civil war outfits talking and demonstrating to students
Our second-grade students recently welcomed Rail Safety Inspector Joshua Elzey from the Ohio Public Utilities Commission for an important lesson on train safety. Through Operation Lifesaver, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing accidents around railroad tracks and crossings, students learned how to stay safe and make smart choices near trains.
14 days ago, Westfall Local Schools
Rail Safety Inspector Joshua Elzey speaking to students in audience with a screen in the background showing Trains and Tracks with a red train engine
Rail Safety Inspector Joshua Elzey answering questions from students
Rail Safety Inspector Joshua Elzey pointing to screen that shows railroad crossing signs
Mrs. Wolfe helped bring learning to life by arranging for the Cincinnati Bengals mascot to visit her third-grade class as a fun wrap-up to their NFL unit. The mascot also stopped by other third-grade classrooms, giving even more students the chance for a unique, one-on-one experience. Great job, Mrs. Wolfe, and thank you to the Cincinnati Bengals for making our students’ day!
16 days ago, Westfall Local Schools
Cincinnati Bengals mascot posing with a class of male and female students with a teacher standing in the back
Cincinnati Bengals mascot signing a young boy's black tshirt
Cincinnati Bengals mascot handing a female student a red booklet with a black paw print on the front
Cincinnati Bengals mascot posing in front of white board with team names listed with students sitting at their desks
Cincinnati Bengals mascot signing a young boy's orange football jersey
Cincinnati Bengals mascot posing with a class of male and female students with a teacher standing in the back
Cincinnati Bengals mascot posing with a class of male and female students with a teacher standing in the back
Cincinnati Bengals mascot posing with a class of male and female students with a teacher standing in the back
Cincinnati Bengals mascot posing with a class of male and female students with a teacher standing in the back
Reminder to our CURRENT Kindergarten Families: Due to the screening process for prospective 2026-2027 kindergarten students, there will be NO SCHOOL for all current kindergarten students on Friday, April 24. Grades 1-5 will continue as scheduled.
18 days ago, Westfall Local Schools
Current Kindergarten Students - A graphic with a red and white border featuring a photo of four young children lying in a circle on green grass, smiling and making "goggles" around their eyes with their hands. To the right, bold text on a white background reads, "Attention CURRENT KINDERGARTEN STUDENTS. THERE WILL BE NO SCHOOL FOR CURRENT KINDERGARTEN STUDENTS ON APRIL 24." A small note at the bottom adds that grades 1-5 will continue to be in session as scheduled. A school logo with a stylized "W" appears in the corners.

As part of our ELA program, our first graders have been hard at work creating animal trading cards using Google Slides. Their projects feature a wide range of animals, including box jellyfish, spitting cobras, beaded lizards, and more, showcasing both their creativity and research skills! Great job, Mustangs!

19 days ago, Westfall Local Schools
A classroom wall display shows several printed student projects about animals, each page featuring a short description and a small image. The topics include animals like box jellyfish, African buffalo, spitting cobra, blue-ringed octopus, and rhesus monkey. The pages are pinned in rows on a bulletin board, with students’ names handwritten at the top of each sheet.
A classroom wall display shows several printed student projects about animals, each page featuring a short description and a small image. The topics include animals like box jellyfish, African buffalo, spitting cobra, blue-ringed octopus, and rhesus monkey. The pages are pinned in rows on a bulletin board, with students’ names handwritten at the top of each sheet.
A classroom wall display shows several printed student projects about animals, each page featuring a short description and a small image. The topics include animals like box jellyfish, African buffalo, spitting cobra, blue-ringed octopus, and rhesus monkey. The pages are pinned in rows on a bulletin board, with students’ names handwritten at the top of each sheet.
Get ready for a fun way to support our students with Westfall Elementary’s ‘Tattoo a Teacher’ fundraiser! From April 27 through May 6, students can choose participating teachers or staff members and purchase school-appropriate temporary tattoos for them to wear. On May 12, staff will proudly show off every tattoo purchased.

This optional fundraiser helps provide field trips and additional opportunities for our students. Forms and payment can be sent in with students, and all orders must be turned in by May 6.
19 days ago, Westfall Local Schools
Tattoo A Teacher: Flyer titled “Tattoo a Teacher” with dates April 27–May 6. Decorative illustrated arms with temporary tattoos frame the top. The flyer explains a school fundraiser where students select participating teachers or staff and purchase temporary tattoos for them to wear. Instructions outline choosing staff, submitting a form with payment by May 6, and that staff will wear all purchased tattoos on May 12. A long list of participating staff is included by grade level and department. Proceeds benefit the Principal’s Fund for field trips and student activities. The bottom includes blank lines for student name, selected staff, number of tattoos, and amount enclosed. Pricing is listed as small $1, medium $3, and large $5, with cash or check accepted.
Give your curious student a summer to remember at Camp Pegasus 2026. This enrichment day camp is designed specifically for identified gifted students finishing grades Kindergarten through 7th in Pickaway County schools.

Hosted at Circleville Elementary School from June 8-11, 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM, the program offers hands-on experiences ranging from science investigations and engineering challenges to creative problem-solving.

The cost is $75 per participant, with payments accepted via check or Venmo. Registration is open now, but must be completed by May 15 to secure a spot.

You can register online at bit.ly/4d89429 or contact Camp Director Andrea Downs at andrea.downs@cvcsd.com for more information.
19 days ago, Westfall Local Schools
Camp Pegasus - An informational flyer for Camp Pegasus 2026, a summer enrichment day camp for identified gifted students in Pickaway County. The flyer features a cream-colored background with two black pegasus logos at the top and the slogan "Let Your Curiosity Take Flight." The event takes place June 8 through June 11, 2026, from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM at Circleville Elementary School. It is open to identified gifted students finishing grades K through 7 in Pickaway County schools. The cost is 75 dollars per participant, with a registration deadline of May 15. Course offerings are categorized by grade level, including Mad Scientist Lab and Tiny Creatures for grades K through 2; Creative Canvas and Clay, Ocean Explorers, and Mystery Science Lab for grades 3 through 4; and Kitchen Chemistry, Brain Games, and Up, Up, and Away for grades 5 through 7. The bottom of the flyer includes a QR code and a web link for registration, alongside contact information for Camp Director Andrea Downs at andrea.downs@cvcsd.com.

Westfall Elementary is hosting Club Invention, a Summer Youth Camp from June 15-19 for rising 2nd-6th-grade students. The camp runs daily from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM at WES.

Led by qualified local educators, this fun, hands-on STEM summer adventure is designed to ignite creativity and boost confidence in curious kids!

Register now to secure your student's spot at https://www.invent.org/program-search/camp-invention/oh05/25725. For more information, please contact rachel.speakman@pickawayesc.org.

21 days ago, Westfall Local Schools
Club Invention Flyer
Columbus Children’s Theatre visited Westfall Elementary this morning to perform "The Brothers Grimm Spectacular," a fast-paced show that combined 209 different fairy tales into one. Thank you, Westfall Field of Dreams, for sponsoring this event for our students!
21 days ago, Westfall Local Schools
A theatrical performer in a black blazer stands on a stage holding a large, weathered open book while looking toward another performer who is kneeling and looking upward with one hand to their forehead. The backdrop features oversized colorful book spines labeled with fairy tale titles like The Juniper Tree and Sleeping Beauty, alongside a banner for The Brothers Grimm Spectacular by CCT.
A male performer on a stage holds up two whimsical puppets with pointed yellow hats while a female performer in a black outfit stands smiling next to him. They are positioned in front of a colorful set piece designed to look like a stack of giant books, with an audience of children visible in the foreground.
A theatrical scene on stage shows one performer lying flat on the floor in a Snow White costume while a male performer stands over them holding a large prop book. To the right, a female performer in black holds up two puppets, all set against a backdrop of giant colorful book spines and a purple Brothers Grimm banner.
Three actors perform on a stage in front of a backdrop of oversized book spines. One actor wears a tall black witch's hat and a tan cape, holding a small puppet in a gold frame, while another actor holds up a yellow dress and a third stands behind them, all performing for a large audience of children.
A stage setup for a play titled The Brothers Grimm Spectacular features a performer in a shimmering light blue ballgown and a large white wig walking across the stage. To the right, a male performer sits on a stool with a large prop book on his lap, and a clothing rack with various costumes stands to the left.
A wide-eyed performer in a shimmering light blue Cinderella-style ballgown stands on a stage, lifting the skirt slightly with an exaggerated expression. Behind them is a set decorated with giant colorful book spines and a purple banner for the Columbus Children's Theatre, with the tops of an audience's heads visible at the bottom of the frame.
Led by music teacher Miss Wynkoop, our second graders performed an excellent set for the entire school on Wednesday afternoon in preparation for their evening performance of "You Make the World." It was a wonderful preview!
25 days ago, Westfall Local Schools
student speaking into a microphone
students standing on stage risers
students standing on stage risers
students standing on stage risers with music teacher standing in the center facing students
student speaking into microphone
students standing on stage risers with music teacher standing in center facing students
students on a dark stage holding lit flashlights
students on a dark stage holding lit flashlights
students on a dark stage holding lit flashlights