The Shamrock Blast 10/22/2026
The Official Newsletter for WWS
As we approach Election Day on November 3, I want to share ten important things about the Westfield Washington Schools operating referendum and the return on investment our community receives from its public schools. Westfield has a proud history of investing in our schools. That investment has paid dividends, helping create the welcoming, vibrant community we enjoy today, where people want to live, raise families, and support one another. Excellent schools and an excellent community go hand in hand. Neither happens by accident.
Early voting for the Nov. 3 election is available at several locations throughout Hamilton County, with three convenient locations for Westfield residents opening Oct. 21. All three locations offer the same early voting dates and hours.
Early Voting Locations
Westfield City Hall: 130 Penn Street, Westfield
Cool Creek Nature Center: 2000-1 E. 151st Street, Carmel
Westfield Washington Township Office: 17400 Westfield Blvd., Westfield
Dates and Hours (All Three Locations)
Oct. 21–22 and Oct. 28–29: 2–7 p.m.
Oct. 23–24 and Oct. 30–31: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Additional early voting locations are available throughout Hamilton County. Registered voters should bring an accepted photo ID.
WWS and the City of Westfield presented a proposed expansion of the School Resource Officer (SRO) program at the Oct. 13 Board meeting. The plan would provide dedicated SRO coverage at every school, specialized training, and additional supervision through a shared funding partnership. The Board approved the agreement, but implementation is contingent on voter approval of the Nov. 3 operating referendum.
WWS is pleased to announce Stacey Swan as the inaugural principal of Westfield Middle School West, opening for the 2027–2028 school year. Currently principal of Westfield Middle School, Swan brings extensive experience in secondary education, including leading a previous transition to a two-middle-school model. She will help establish the new school's culture and programming as WWS prepares for this next chapter.
WWS is pleased to welcome Taylor Gee as the district's new Assistant Director of Transportation. Gee brings experience in school transportation operations, staff leadership, and family communication, most recently serving as Transportation Manager for MSD Washington Township. She will help strengthen routing efficiency, staff support, and reliable transportation services for WWS students and families.
Congratulations to our October Students of the Month and Rock Strong Award recipients! These outstanding students and staff demonstrate our district's guiding principles through their leadership, compassion, hard work, and commitment to others. Join us in recognizing their accomplishments and the positive impact they make across WWS. View and download photos below, courtesy of Rocks Media House.
WWS is teaming up with the Noblesville Boom to bring new educational opportunities and game-day experiences to students and families! The partnership includes STEM programming, player appearances, special ticket packages, and more. Join us for Westfield Night at the Boom's home opener on Nov. 10, and cheer on WHS alum Braden Smith as he represents our community.
- Have you used the calculator to see the potential impact on your taxes?
- Do you feel well-informed about the referendum on the ballot this November?
- Have you seen the slides shared at State of the Schools?
- Do you have a voting plan?
If you answered "no" to any of those questions, check out our freshly updated referendum information webpage!
Westfield Band Concert Season Passes are now available for 2026–27! Season passes include admission to in-class band performances, along with advance seating reservations for the Holiday Festival. Season tickets cost $40 each. Purchase a pass to save time and money throughout the concert season.
*This pass does NOT include tickets to extracurricular events:Festival of Champions, IHSCGA Shamrock Showcase, IPA Percussion Invitational, IPA Winds State Prelims
**Holiday Festival: As a season ticket holder, you will receive a reservation code for ONE ticket. You can redeem that code to reserve ONE seat for ONE holiday performance of the Holiday Festival per season ticket.
Maple Park Village invites families to a free Trunk or Treat on Tuesday, Oct. 27, from 5–8 p.m. at 776 N. Union St. (across the street from WHS). Enjoy trick-or-treating with residents and staff, games and prizes, mini pumpkin decorating, hot cider, hot chocolate, and more. All ages are welcome, and costumes are encouraged. Please bring your own trick-or-treat bag!
Looking for catering for your next meeting or event? Foodies Rock, the student-operated catering business at Shamrock Station, offers off-premises and to-go catering services. WHS Culinary Arts students gain real-world experience through menu development, food preparation, and customer service while providing catering for events of all sizes. Email helfinn@wws.k12.in.us to learn more!
Are you looking for a creative, budget-friendly way to meet your printing needs? The Print Barn, our student-run print shop at Westfield High School, has you covered with custom stickers, posters, flyers, photo prints, and buttons—priced way lower than the competition! Your purchase helps provide students with real-world business experience.
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!
Whether you can't make it to a game or you want to give your relatives a chance to watch your child 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."
Westfield Magazine has compiled an ongoing list of community events, opportunities, festivals, parties, tours, and more! All of the events are in our local area, and there is something for the whole family.
Westfield Washington Schools (WWS) is one of the fastest-growing school districts in Indiana, rated an “A” district by the Indiana Department of Education, and proudly serving over 10,500 students across six elementary schools, one intermediate school, one middle school, and one high school. With a team of approximately 1,700 dedicated educators and staff, the district is committed to excellence in education and whole-child development. Guided by our vision that All Rocks are Life Ready, and driven by our mission to ensure high levels of learning and growth for each student through three essential pillars: academic achievement, career readiness, and student wellness, reflecting our unwavering commitment to preparing every student for success in school, in work, and in life.
Email: comms@wws.k12.in.us | Phone: 317-867-8000