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![graphic with a wordmark reading Excellent Schools Excellent Community and an image of smiling elementary school students high fiving and playing drums in a music class]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1783010672/wwsk12inus/zjllvemxmkitemhaaqbr/ESECblogheader2.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1783010672/wwsk12inus/zjllvemxmkitemhaaqbr/ESECblogheader2.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1783010672/wwsk12inus/zjllvemxmkitemhaaqbr/ESECblogheader2.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1783010672/wwsk12inus/zjllvemxmkitemhaaqbr/ESECblogheader2.png","width":1080}])
The language of the question is mandated by the state but its wording creates opportunities for confusion.
![Graphic with the wordmark reading Excellent Schools >> Excellent Community]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1783009852/wwsk12inus/jbj5j7eqj6d9l3r5xvcx/ESECblogheader1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1783009852/wwsk12inus/jbj5j7eqj6d9l3r5xvcx/ESECblogheader1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1783009852/wwsk12inus/jbj5j7eqj6d9l3r5xvcx/ESECblogheader1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1783009852/wwsk12inus/jbj5j7eqj6d9l3r5xvcx/ESECblogheader1.png","width":1080}])
Community members have asked about school funding, property taxes, and connecting to the broader community.
![Two students and a teacher holding an award and standing in front of a logo at a Future Farmers of America Convention.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1782226378/wwsk12inus/ogzbq6eakvnhwbr7fjeh/FFAConvention2026.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1782226378/wwsk12inus/ogzbq6eakvnhwbr7fjeh/FFAConvention2026.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1782226378/wwsk12inus/ogzbq6eakvnhwbr7fjeh/FFAConvention2026.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1782226378/wwsk12inus/ogzbq6eakvnhwbr7fjeh/FFAConvention2026.png","width":1080}])
The Ag Issues team was recognized as placing 2nd in the state and the Animal Science Demonstration team was crowned as State Winners.
![Dr. Atha smiling with text that reads "A message from superintendent Dr. John Atha June 18, 2026]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1781809964/wwsk12inus/ggt9ktucwibylxvn2mji/DrAthaMessageApril232026.png","width":250}])
Strong schools, safe neighborhoods, a supportive community, and shared values that make Westfield special.
![WWS teacher looking out into a room of students while she teaches a lesson.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1781808350/wwsk12inus/zvvubngu1wck11hy9fmq/TheChallengeWeFaceBlog6182026.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1781808350/wwsk12inus/zvvubngu1wck11hy9fmq/TheChallengeWeFaceBlog6182026.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1781808350/wwsk12inus/zvvubngu1wck11hy9fmq/TheChallengeWeFaceBlog6182026.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1781808350/wwsk12inus/zvvubngu1wck11hy9fmq/TheChallengeWeFaceBlog6182026.png","width":1080}])
Despite being one of Indiana's highest-performing school districts, WWS receives a low level of state funding.
![Group of elementary students with backpacks on in a hallway.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1781807004/wwsk12inus/ltop4sf7rvvewa1axcix/WhatHappensIfThisReferendumPassesBlog6182026.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1781807004/wwsk12inus/ltop4sf7rvvewa1axcix/WhatHappensIfThisReferendumPassesBlog6182026.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1781807004/wwsk12inus/ltop4sf7rvvewa1axcix/WhatHappensIfThisReferendumPassesBlog6182026.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1781807004/wwsk12inus/ltop4sf7rvvewa1axcix/WhatHappensIfThisReferendumPassesBlog6182026.png","width":1080}])
This referendum is about people. Our students and the people who care for our students.
![High School Boys Golf team gather around each other for a photo with their coaches holding the state title trophy.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1781791330/wwsk12inus/i8vbpnlyczcr4lqw0hue/WHSBoysGolfStateChamps.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1781791330/wwsk12inus/i8vbpnlyczcr4lqw0hue/WHSBoysGolfStateChamps.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1781791330/wwsk12inus/i8vbpnlyczcr4lqw0hue/WHSBoysGolfStateChamps.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1781791330/wwsk12inus/i8vbpnlyczcr4lqw0hue/WHSBoysGolfStateChamps.png","width":1080}])
The team and individual state title is Westfield's second consecutive win.
![WWS Board of School Trustees Adopts Resolution for November 2026 Operating Referendum]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1734725315/wwsk12inus/slnjvzdrxzgqbwukp6me/W-Brandmark-full-color.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1734725315/wwsk12inus/slnjvzdrxzgqbwukp6me/W-Brandmark-full-color.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1734725315/wwsk12inus/slnjvzdrxzgqbwukp6me/W-Brandmark-full-color.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1734725315/wwsk12inus/slnjvzdrxzgqbwukp6me/W-Brandmark-full-color.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1734725315/wwsk12inus/slnjvzdrxzgqbwukp6me/W-Brandmark-full-color.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1734725315/wwsk12inus/slnjvzdrxzgqbwukp6me/W-Brandmark-full-color.png","width":1743}])
If passed, the referendum would support safety, staffing, transportation, academic programming, and student support services.
![Headshot portrait of Michael Reinhardt, new WWS Director of Transportation]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1781047591/wwsk12inus/pddlnrvae3d728oqqqhf/MichaelReinhardtHeadshot.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1781047591/wwsk12inus/pddlnrvae3d728oqqqhf/MichaelReinhardtHeadshot.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1781047591/wwsk12inus/pddlnrvae3d728oqqqhf/MichaelReinhardtHeadshot.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1781047591/wwsk12inus/pddlnrvae3d728oqqqhf/MichaelReinhardtHeadshot.png","width":1080}])
Reinhardt brings 20+ years of student transportation experience, and a commitment to safety, operational excellence, and customer service.
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