September 6, 2018
Stay Connected With Wilson This School Year!
We've got a lot of great things happening at Wilson and we don't want you to miss out! We are glad you receive the Bulldog Blitz on a weekly basis, but you can also stay in touch with the Wilson School District through our official Social Media channels. From important student information to pictures of what is happening throughout our school buildings, this is the place to stay in the loop!  

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If you have a community event or program that you would like to share with our Wilson families, you can learn more here about submitting a flyer through our new Flyer Share partner, Peachjar. To see our district-approved flyers, click here .

Here's to a great 2018-2019 School Year!
ISTEM Program Looking for Community Mentors
The Wilson School District is extremely proud of our ISTEM (integrated science, technology, engineering, and math) program. Through this program, students entering their freshman year at Wilson High School have the option to enroll in an integrated block of courses focusing on these areas. At the culmination of their school year, students will present a major project that they have completed in groups and with the assistance of an outside mentor. 
 
On Thursday, Sept. 13, from 5:30-6:15 pm, the Wilson ISTEM faculty and administration will be hosting an ISTEM Mentor Open House to kick off the mentor program for the 2018-2019 school year.  

This year, we anticipate having 30 groups of students who will work with a mentor on a project throughout the school year. The mentors provide guidance throughout the entire process-- allowing students to hear from an expert in the STEM field. The Open House will be held in the ISTEM Lab, located in the Lower House on the High School campus. ANYONE interested in serving as a mentor for our students is invited to attend. More details and an interest form can be found here .
Wilson Education Foundation Announces Fundraiser
The Wilson Education Foundation, which raises money to support our students, teachers, and staff, is excited to announce a new fundraiser open to the entire community! The BIDPAL Auction allows community members to bid on Wilson-themed items and once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Some of the items up for grabs include VIP graduation tickets, a workout with Chad Henne, Principal for a Day, sports camps, and more! To start bidding, click here . You can also learn more about the WEF and the auction by clicking below.
Meet the Teacher Nights
To follow, are the remaining Meet the Teacher Nights at our school buildings:

Green Valley Elementary: Wednesday, September 12, 6:30-7:30 pm
West Middle School: Thursday, September 20, 6:00-8:00 pm
High School: Thursday, September 13, 6:30-8:30 pm
School Board Welcomes 2018-2019 Student Representative
The Wilson School Board officially welcomed the 2018-2019 Student Representative, Chris Russo, during the September 4 meeting. Chris will attend school board meetings to represent the student body througout the school year. In addition to serving in his role as Student Representative, Chris is president of Wilson High School's Student Government, captain of the water polo team and an Eagle Scout. Thank you, Chris, for serving as a bridge between our students and the school board. We are looking forward to your leadership this school year!
Wilson's Mini Thon
Hosts Gold Out Events This Weekend
Wilson's Mini-THON Club, organized by a team of our high school students, is an annual fundraising team that hosts various fundraisers throughout the school year. All these events are FTK (for the kids!), raising money for the Four Diamonds Fund. The kick-off event for this Club, which raised over $94,000 last year, is this weekend! Check out all the Gold Out Weekend events happening here, and support our student's efforts to raise money for the fight against pediatric cancer. #FTK
Wyomissing Restaurant to Host Fundraiser for Grace Austerberry

Grace Austerberry is the daughter of Wilson teacher and field hockey coach Christy Austerberry. Last month, at 9 months old, Grace went from being a perfectly healthy baby to having seizures that ultimately resulted in her being admitted to CHOP. She was recently diagnosed with Alper's Syndrome, which is extremely rare. The Austerberry's are prepared to do all they can to give Grace the best care. As a Wilson community, we want to help this loving family in their time of need. A fundraiser will be held at the Wyomissing Restaurant on September 23, from 4-8 pm, where 100% of the proceeds will be donated to the family. You can learn more here about Grace, her family, and the fundraiser.
Elementary Progress Report Card District Meeting

Ov er the past year, we have worked with parents, teachers, and administration to develop a new Progress Report (Report Card) for our elementary families. The Progress Report was created to help parents better understand what their child should know, and be able to do, according to the PA Core Standards established for that specific grade level. The new Progress Report will be provided to families three times per year on November 16, March 5, and May 31.

A District-wide information meeting about the new progress report card will be held on Wednesday, September 12 at 6 pm in the District Administration Building, 2601 Grandview Blvd., West Lawn.
Grid Iron Classic Comes to First Energy Stadium
We are excited to announce that Wilson will host Hempfield for the October 5 Varsity Football game at First Energy Stadium, as part of the 2018 Gridiron Classic. According to the Reading Fightin Phils, America's Classic Ballpark has been turned into a FOOTBALL MECCA this fall, and will be hosting numerous local high school football games. We are thrilled to be part of this once-in-a-lifetime event! All attendees at the game on October 5 will need to purchase a ticket. Details regarding reserved seating/ general admission tickets, can be found here . The Wilson Football Boosters are hosting an event that evening at the Pool Pavilion, which includes admission to the game and a full dinner buffet. You can learn about purchasing those tickets here . Hope to see all our Bulldog fans out on October 5 for the Gridiron Classic!
Wilson Aquatics Upcoming Events
Our Aquatics Department offers numerous opportunities for our community, including learn to swim sessions, open swims, Middle School and Youth Water Polo, and more! To review our entire listing of upcoming events, click here .
A Message from our Local Fire Department
Fall is a great time to ensure your home is fire safe. Here are some tips:

  • Your furnace should be inspected annually by a qualified professional.
  • Chimneys and vents should also be inspected for any build-up of creosote.
  • If you use a fireplace or wood stove, be sure the wood is dry and seasoned.
  • Your fireplace should have a metal screen or heat-tempered glass.
  • Have a covered metal container for cooled ash. Be sure it’s outside and at least 10 feet from any building.
  • Choose a fresh holiday tree. Be sure the needles are not falling off. Water often to keep it fresh. Never use candles around any tree. If the decorative lights appear worn, replace them.
  • If you use portable space heaters, be sure it’s plugged directly into an outlet and not a power strip. Be sure it’s 3 feet from any combustible materials.

And finally, CHECK YOUR SMOKE DETECTORS AND CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS . Change the batteries 2 times a year. If the device is older than 10 years, please replace it. If you live in Spring Township or Wyomissing Borough and do not have any detectors, or if you have family members or neighbors who do not have a smoke alarm or carbon monoxide alarm, please call Township of Spring Fire Rescue 610-898-1452 or Wyomissing Fire Department 610-375-4436, to schedule free installations.

In the last 2 years, 442 smoke detectors and 224 carbon monoxide detectors were installed in Spring Township by Township of Spring Fire Rescue firefighters. 

The Wilson School District thanks all our First Responders who work to keep our schools and community safe!
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