Inclement Weather Guidelines 2019-2020
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The weather is definitely getting colder, which means that the possibility of inclement weather is right around the corner!
We wanted to share the Wilson School District's 2019-2020 Inclement Weather Guidelines with our school community. Please click
here
to view the guidelines, so that you are familiar with all of our communication methods regarding school delays and closings.
**Please Note** Closing/delay calls are defaulted to go to primary and cell phone numbers in the Family Access system. Parents have the ability to change phone numbers by visiting the Skylert tab in
Family Access
. Also, please keep in mind that calls may come during the early morning hours, so please click
here
for instructions regarding how to OPT OUT of these calls.
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Report Cards/Progress Reports Now Available
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Secondary report cards are currently visible through the Skyward Family Access “Portfolio” tab for secondary students
Elementary progress reports will be visible on Tuesday, November 19. If you have any questions about Skyward Family Access, please contact your building secretary.
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Important November Dates!
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Just a reminder that there will be no school for students on Monday, November 11.
In addition, Wilson School District will be following an altered schedule the week beginning November 25. All students will have an early dismissal on Monday, November 25, and Tuesday, November 26. Secondary students (Grades 6-12) will be dismissed at 11:00 am. Elementary students (Grades K-5) will be dismissed at 11:45 am.
There will be NO school for students from Wednesday, November 27, through Monday, December 2, in honor of the Thanksgiving holiday. Classes will resume on Tuesday, December 3.
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Winter Concert Season Is Here!
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As the Holiday Season approaches, there is nothing like the sound of children singing and bells ringing to awaken the spirit in all of us.
The students and staff of the Wilson School District are excited to announce the 2019 Wilson Holiday/Winter Concert Schedule. Please click
here
for the complete concert schedule.
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Road Work Near High School/ Whitfield Campuses This Weekend
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PPL Electric Utilities will again be working on Van Reed Road in Spring Township starting at 10 p.m. Friday, November 8, to install an underground transmission line. Crews will work straight through the weekend until Tuesday, November 12 at 6 a.m. Van Reed Road will be closed between Snyder Road and Dwight Street between Friday at 10 p.m. through Tuesday at 6 a.m.
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Wilson Education Association to Host FREE Indoor Yard Sale for Wilson Community
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On Saturday, December 7, 2019 (8 am- 11 am), the WEA will be hosting its 8
th
annual indoor yard sale at the Wilson High School Lower House Cafeteria. The snow date is December 8 (9 am-noon). This invitation is for adult residents of the Wilson School District community. All items are free. This yard sale is for members of the Wilson community who are in need of some extra help during the holiday season. The items available were generously donated by staff of the Wilson School District community. On behalf of the entire school district, we are pleased to, once again, be able to help residents during the holiday season!
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Mark Your Calendar! Wilson Scholarship Fund Concerts
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Looking for a great way to support Wilson students while enjoying wonderful musical events? Please plan to attend several upcoming concerts to benefit the Wilson Scholarship Fund.
Saturday, November 9, 2019, 2 p.m.
| Yocum Institute for Arts Education, 3000 Penn Ave, West Lawn PA 19609
Stephanie Trick and her husband, Paolo Alderighi, will perform a piano concert featuring the Yocum’s twin Steinways.
Tickets are available at the Yocum Institute, or at the door: $20. Ticket proceeds will be split 50/50 between Yocum and the Wilson Scholarship Fund.
The concert will feature stride, ragtime and great American songbook renditions of popular music by this international duo of accomplished pianists. Their only area appearance in 2019 and 2020.
Saturday, February 22, 2020, 2 p.m.
| Yocum Institute for Arts Education, 3000 Penn Ave, West Lawn PA 19609
A Boscov’s Berks Jazz Fest pre-concert featuring Paris Washboard, a quartet of clarinetist, trombonist, pianist, and washboard player, featuring New Orleans Dixieland music, straight from Paris, France. Only known regional appearance in 2019, 2020, and 2021.
Tickets are available at the Yocum Institute, or at the door: $20. Ticket proceeds will be split 50/50 between Yocum and the Wilson Scholarship Fund.
Saturday, March 28, 2020, 2 p.m.
| Yocum Institute for Arts Education, 3000 Penn Ave, West Lawn PA 19609
A Boscov’s Berks Jazz Fest pre-concert featuring:
- First set- Roaring 20s Vintage Orchestra featuring danceable tunes from the 1920s in 78 rpm record stylings.
- Second set- Ben Mauger’s Vintage Jazz Band presenting hot solos and driving sextet improvisations of traditional jazz standards.
Tickets are available at the Yocum Institute, or at the door: $20. Ticket proceeds will be split 50/50 between Yocum and the Wilson Scholarship Fund.
Saturday, March 28, 2020, 7-9 p.m.
| Circle S Ranch House Restaurant, 2738 Penn Ave, West Lawn PA 19609
Ben Mauger’s Vintage Jazz Quartet plays traditional jazz in the Old West dining room and dessert location popular since 1973.
Donations to the Wilson Scholarship Fund suggested. Food purchases required in lieu of a music cover charge.
The Wilson Scholarship Fund has awarded $251,900 in scholarships since 1999.
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Nominees Sought for Wilson Distinguished Alumni
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We are currently accepting applications for Wilson's Distinguished Alumni. Nominees must have graduated from Wilson High School at least 15 years prior to nomination, and have consistently demonstrated, both personally and professionally, excellence of academic endeavors, career experiences, and/or local, state, or national community service.
All applications will be reviewed by a committee. Selected Distinguished Alumni will be recognized during the National Honor Society Induction Ceremony. They will also be memorialized by including them on our Distinguished Alumni Wall of Fame. For more information and to complete a nomination form, please
click here
.
The deadline for submission is December 31, 2019.
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Come out and help show your support for our NEW community Fit Trail on THANKSGIVING MORNING, November 28, at Wilson's 2nd Annual Top Dog Turkey Trot!
The event, which is open to the entire community, will be held on the Green Valley and West Middle School campuses. The 4K will start at 8:30 am. All proceeds will support the new Top Dog Fit Trail. Registration link will be open soon!
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Join us For a Special Screening of the Documentary Screenagers
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How can families support their teens through these challenging issues?
The award-winning film,
Screenagers
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probes into the vulnerable corners of family life in a digital age. Through surprising insights from authors and brain scientists, solutions emerge on how we can empower kids to best navigate these challenges.
SCREENAGERS
reveals how screen time impacts kids' development and also offers solutions on how adults can empower their children to best navigate the digital world.
Wilson High School and Wilson HS PTO are pleased to offer families the opportunity to view the film
SCREENAGERS
on
Thursday, November 14, 2019, at 6:30 PM, in the Wilson High School Library.
At the conclusion of the film, Mr. Chris Trickett, Assistant Superintendent of Secondary, and Dr. Daniel Weber, Wilson High School Principal, welcome questions and discussion with our parents.
This is a FREE event, however we'd love to know if you are planning to attend! Click
here
to register.
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Registration for Wilson Lacrosse Spring 2020
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The Spring 2020 Lacrosse season will begin in March. You can register online by visiting our website or click on the
link.
Register online before January 6, 2020, and your registration cost is only $95. All online registrations made on/after January 6th 2020, will be at our standard, regular rate of $125.
If you are in need of a new pinnie, or if you are new to the program this year, we will hold a pinnie fitting on Wednesday, November 13, at the Wilson High School Lower House cafeteria from 7pm - 8pm.
Please note that this year, we are only accepting registrations through the online site. Any additional questions, please do not hesitate to reach out!
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A Dance Team clinic is available for all young Bulldogs to learn and develop dance skills. The Wilson High School Dance Team coaching staff would love to have the opportunity to work with your child to offer training and a great performance opportunity/experience. We strive to develop each dancer’s confidence through age appropriate choreography and experienced based groups.
The clinic will culminate in an additional and optional in-game performance with the WHS Dance Team at halftime of the Boys Varsity Basketball Game on Saturday, December 7th! The clinic will be held on Saturday, December 7, from 12 pm- 2 pm, at the Yocum Institute. For details and registration information, click
here.
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Ticket Information For Friday's Football Playoff Game
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Please note that tickets for Friday's home District 3 football playoff game against Harrisburg, are $6.00 at the gate (Adults, Sr. Citizens & Students).
Please remember that EMPLOYEE passes are not accepted for gate admission during playoffs.
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Aquatics Events/ Announcements
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Fall
Weekend Open Swims
- SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2019, 4:30-6:30 PM
- SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2019, 5:00-8:00 PM, DIVE IN MOVIE
(Note: Lanes will be open for lap swimming)
School Year Community Swim Pricing Information
- Friday Night & Weekend Open Swims: $5.00/ADULT & $3.00/STUDENT
- Mon. through Thurs. Night Lap Swimming (More Info Coming Soon): $3.00 PER PERSON
- Special Event Pricing: $5.00 (MASTERS SWIM PRACTICE, MOVIE NIGHT, EGG HUNT, AND SPECIAL EVENTS)
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Collecting Donations for Stocking for Soldiers
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We've got some pretty amazing, community-minded students here at Wilson! Anthony Fiore, a seventh grade student at Southern Middle School, is collecting much needed items for deployed troops overseas. The organization is called Keystone Military Families and the project is Stockings for Soldiers. They collect donations to provide holiday stockings for troops overseas. As the Youth Ambassador for Keystone Military Families, this is Anthony’s seventh year organizing the collection. Donations can be brought to Southern Middle School or special arrangements can be made to collect items in other building locations. Click
here
for a list of donations that would be greatly appreciated. The deadline for donations is December 2!
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Community Instagram Photo Contest!
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We are sharing the opportunity to participate in a community-wide Instagram photography contest. The contest is open to any resident of Berks County and provides entrants with the opportunity to share “What Berks County Means to Them.” More details are located
here
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Class of 1994 to Celebrate 25th Reunion
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Wilson High School Class of 1994’s 25th Class Reunion will be held on November 9, 2019, at PJ Whelihan’s at 7 PM. It is a free event with a cash bar, however, RSVP is appreciated, but not necessary. Any questions can be emailed to Darcie Hite Saar at
darhite@hotmail.com
. Other organizers that can be contacted are Allison Snyder Gudeman and Michele Pierantozzi Cassel.
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