February 13, 2020
Kindergarten 2020-2021
Online Registration Is Now Open!

If you have a student that is ready for Kindergarten for the 2020-2021 school year, you can register them on-line. Click on this link to go to the Kindergarten Registration page for instructions. We are excited to welcome our newest class of Bulldogs to the Wilson School District!
REMINDER! No School for Students February 14 & February 17
Don't forget! There will be no school for students on Friday, February 14, due to a professional development day for our staff.

In observance of the President’s Day Holiday, there will be NO school for students or staff on Monday, February 17. All District offices will also be closed.

Enjoy your long weekend, Bulldogs!
Wilson Students Excel at Regional Technology Conference
Wilson’s Technology Student Association had a very successful day at the Regional Conference last weekend. This was the first level of competition, and the first chance for students to test their work against the work of their peers from across the region. As a result of the Regional Conference, Wilson has qualified 21 students for the State Conference, which is held at Seven Springs Resort in April. Click here for a complete list of all our students who received recognition. We are so proud of them!
West Middle School Students Take First at Math Competition!
Congratulations to the Wilson West MATHCOUNTS team that took first place in the regional competition this past weekend!

The team will advance to the state competition in March. We are so proud of you! 
Congratulations to Our Festival of the Arts Contest Winners!
The Woman’s Club of Spring Township recently announced the winners of its annual “Festival of the Arts” Contest. Congratulations to the following Wilson students who received recognition:

SHORT STORY           
Grades K-2: Braden Smith, Cornwall Terrace      
Grades 3-5: Marley Rosier, Green Valley      
Grades 6-8: Sindura Sridhar, Southern Middle School      
Grades 9-12: Victoria Lessig, High School 

POETRY
Grades K-2: Alice Petersheim, Green Valley        
Grades 3-5: Sarah Bloss, Whitfield         
Grades 6-8: Meghan Cramer, Southern Middle School   
Grades 9-12: Arianna Papadakis, High School 
     
ART
Grades K-2: Lucy Borst, Cornwall Terrace   
Grades 3-5: Julia Snyder, Green Valley        
Grades 6-8: Alyssa Grim, West Middle School
Grades 9-12: Karen Mendoza, High School 
      
PHOTOGRAPHY
Grades 3-5 LIVING THINGS: Elias Reichert, Shiloh Hills                    
Grades 3-5 STILL LIFE: Colton Harter, Green Valley    
Grades 3-5 SCENIC: Timothy Lengle, Shiloh Hills      
Grades 6-8 LIVING THINGS: Gabrielle Santiago, Southern Middle School 
Grades 6-8 STILL LIFE: Clay Loose, West Middle School   
Grades 6-8 SCENIC: Shea Smith, West Middle School     
Grades 9-12 LIVING THINGS (COLOR): Jormary Romero, High School     
Grades 9-12 LIVING THINGS (B&W): Olivia Xie, High School     
Grades 9-12 STILL LIFE (COLOR): Amy Kovach, High School    
Grades 9-12 SCENIC (COLOR): Olivia Xie, High School     
 
All first place winners will be recognized at the 33rd annual Festival of the Arts program. Congratulations!
Wilson Mini-THON Hosts Parents Night Out TONIGHT!
Want to enjoy a night out TONIGHT? Wilson's Mini-Thon will be hosting a Parent's Night Out on February 13 from 6-9 PM. Bring your kids for a night of fun, games, crafts, and more! Pizza, drinks, and dessert will be provided.

The drop off will be at the High School Auditorium Entrance at 5:30 PM. Kids who are 3-4 years old and potty trained are welcomed, as well as, kids from kindergarten-5th grade.


Cost is $15 for the first child and $10 for siblings. ALL proceeds will go to Wilson's Mini- Thon. If you are interested in this event, click  here  to complete the waiver and bring it with you to the event.
Iron Chef Tickets Now on Sale!
The 2020 Iron Chef Competition and Benefit Auction will be held Sunday, March 22, 2020, at Wilson High School. All proceeds from this event benefit the Wilson Education Foundation. 
 
PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE HERE

Adult Ticket: $15 in advance | $20 at door

Student Ticket: (18 & under): $10 in advance | $15 at door (Children 3 & under are free)

First Taste Ticket: $25 | Enter at 12 pm, 1 hour before general admission opens at 1 pm, for the first opportunity to sample tasty treats from vendors.

To learn more about this great event, check out this video .

Questions? Please contact WEF Executive Director Molly Maack at 610-670-0180, ext. 6918. 

Please note that tickets can also be purchased/picked up at the Administration Building (2601 Grandview Boulevard, West Lawn) Tuesdays - Thursdays from 9 am - 2 pm.
Wilson Theater Company Proudly Presents Beauty and the Beast
Tickets for Wilson Theater Company’s production of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast are being sold NOW! This tale as old as time is filled with spectacular costumes, beautiful set design, and memorable music. Bring the family together for a story of learning to love and finding oneself.   Show dates are March 12 and 13 at 7:00 pm and March 14 at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm. Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased here .
Dawgs 4 Paws 1st Annual Dog Walk!
Dawgs 4 Paws is a group at Wilson West Middle School
that works to help the shelter pets in our community.

Join us for our 1st annual dog walk!
 
When? April 18, 2020
Registration and sign in begins at 8:15 am
Walk begins at 9:00 am
 
Where? Jim Dietrich Park
4899 Stoudts Ferry Bridge Rd., Reading, PA
 
What? The walk is on a shaded trail with the option to do the full 1.8 mile walk or take a shortcut half way through for a 1 mile option. Leashes are a must! Stick around after the walk for other activities including a photo booth and craft station.
The park also has an off-leash dog park area for before or after the walk .
 
Who? This family-friendly event is open to the community. No dog? No problem! Come walk with us and support the animals.
 
Why? Proceeds from the walk will benefit the Animal Rescue League of Berks County and the Humane Society of Lebanon County.
 
Register here by April 8 to guarantee your t-shirt!
Support a Fellow Bulldog!
The community is invited to a fundraising event that is hosted annually in honor of Green Valley student, Logan Ogeka. The 4th Annual “One Shining Moment for Bardet-Biedl Syndrome” will be held on April 4, 2020, at Kutztown University, in honor of Logan. You are invited to a fun filled night of basketball, food, beverages, and raffles. Please reserve your tickets, make a donation, and/or sponsor a table today!
 
Logan is currently in 1st grade at Green Valley Elementary School. He really enjoys school and is thankful for the support he receives from the great teachers and administrators at Green Valley. After school activities include swim lessons and several therapy sessions throughout the week to enhance what he learns at school. Logan also had the opportunity to play tee ball this year with the support of the Reading Fightins and Baseballtown Charities at the Dream League Field in Reading. 
 
Click here to purchase tickets to this great event and support a fellow Bulldog!
Wilson Softball Youth Clinic
Wilson Softball is offering a Softball Clinic to all residents of the
Wilson School District on March 7 from 4-7 pm. The clinic will be an opportunity for your daughter to work with Wilson softball players on improving skills, enhancing techniques, and learning what it takes to become a better softball player. Wilson Varsity Softball Coach, Gregg Kramer, will be directing the camp with the
assistance of the softball coaching staff. The objectives of the clinic are:

Teach the fundamentals of hitting and pitching
Learn proper instruction for infield and outfield play
Emphasize the values of sportsmanship, commitment, and team play
Reinforce proper techniques for throwing, catching, hitting, and fielding.

For more information and to register, click here .
10th Annual Baseball & Softball Pasta Fundraiser
Mark your calendar for Friday, February 21, from 4:30- 8:00 pm, for the annual Wilson Baseball and Softball Pasta Fundraiser.

The event will be held in the Wilson High School Lower House Cafeteria. Tickets are $10 each, and take out is available. For tickets, contact racsal@wilsonsd.org .
Help Wanted! Part-Time Nurse
We are currently seeking a part-time nurse at Green Valley/ Shiloh Hills Elementary School. Interested candidates can view additional information here .
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