Join Us for the 20th Annual Berks County Veterans Appreciation Dinner Dance! |
The Wilson High School Junior ROTC will host the 20th Annual Berks County Veterans Appreciation Dinner Dance in the Wilson High School Gymnasium on Saturday, November 5.
Tickets can be purchased in the high school office during the school day, at any Berks County Boscov's Department Store, or at the door on the day of the event. We are looking forward to the opportunity to honor our veterans at this wonderful community event.
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Community Feedback Survey--Open Until November 1 |
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In conjunction with our work around creating a sense of belonging and engagement, and in alignment with our vision of making Wilson School District a place where students love to learn, people love to work, and the community loves to live, our team is engaging all of our stakeholder groups in a survey to gather feedback regarding their experience in the district.
The PA Climate and Culture Survey is one part of a comprehensive program to identify, measure, and report on school conditions that foster and promote student academic success and achievement.
There is a survey that is designed specifically for our community to share their thoughts with us.
This survey is completely anonymous and voluntary. We’ll be collecting similar data from our staff, students in grades 3 and up, and parents or guardians.
To access and complete the community survey (specific to individuals in our community who do not have students in the district), please visit the homepage of our website where you can find the link. The survey will close on Tuesday, November 1, 2022.
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Women's Club of Spring Township Announces 36th Annual Festival of the Arts |
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It is that time of year! The GFWC Woman's Club of Spring Township is excited to once again sponsor The Festival of the Arts Contest. The Woman's Club of Spring Township has sponsored this contest for 36 years.
The contest includes the following categories: Short Story and Poetry, Student Art and Photography for Grades 3-8 and High School. Entries should be submitted to the student's building office. For guidelines and an entry form, please click on the appropriate link. Please note that every entry must be accompanied by a permission form.
Please click here for the flyer providing additional details.
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Share Your Career! Wilson Middle School Career Fair Scheduled for January 10, 2023 |
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The Wilson School District is excited to announce that we will be hosting our 8th-grade Career Fair event this year! This is our first time back in person for this event since 2019 and we want to invite you to join us!
We are looking forward to partnering with members of our community to share their education and work-related experiences with our students. Our goal is to have a wide range of careers represented so that our students are exposed to many different types of pathways for them to consider as they get ready for high school and beyond.
Below are some details regarding the event:
- The Career Fair event is scheduled for Tuesday, January 10, 2023 (snow date is Wednesday, January 11, 2023)
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The event will be held at the Alvernia University PLEX complex (400 Saint Bernardine Street, Reading).
- The event will be held from 10:00 am- 1:00 pm. Career Fair participants will be able to arrive by 9:00 am to set up their space.
- We will have approximately 500 eighth-grade students joining us from both Southern Middle School and West Middle School.
- There will be rotations and students will move between different sessions. You should expect approximately 120 students in the event space at a time.
- Students are given a scavenger hunt-type form that requires answers to a variety of work-related questions. The form also provides conversation starters. This event also provides our students with the opportunity to practice those soft skills like greeting others, starting a conversation, shaking hands, eye contact, etc.
If you are able to participate in our Career Fair on January 10, 2023, please complete this Google Form. We will be back in touch with additional details as the event date approaches. For planning purposes, please respond with your interest in participating by December 5, 2022.
Additional details are also available on this custom website. Check it often for updates!
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Grandview Gallery Announces the Opening Reception of "Watercolor & Photography" |
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Grandview Gallery invites you to join us at our opening reception of "Watercolor & Photography" by Patrice Reeder Martin and Greg Kauffman on November 19th, 1-4 pm.
On exhibit will be a collection of new and existing works of their vibrant watercolor paintings and photography.
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Fitzy's Halloween 5K-- Held in Remembrance of Ryder Knechtle |
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On Sunday, 10/30, Lauren's Foundation will sponsor its 18th annual Fitzy's Halloween 5K run. This year's run will be held both in remembrance of Ryder Knechtle and in support of his family.
Part of our mission at Lauren's Foundation is to promote brain tumor awareness and research To that end, we will be donating 20% of all registration fees received, matching that amount, and donating it to the Knectle family's chosen charity, Elle's Angels Foundation. If you are unable to attend on 10/30, donations can be made through the website, www.LaurensFoundation.org. Please note that 100% of the monies received through donations will go to Elle's Angels per the family's wishes.
You can participate in Fitzy's Halloween 5K individually or as a team (max 6) - see the brochure (link below) for details.
New this year, the Kid's Trick or Treat run will be free to kids 12 and under - and they will receive a trick-or-treat bag and free goodies and novelties to fill it up! We will also be featuring an inflatable haunted house for the first time (weather permitting).
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Wilson's Mental Health Council to Host Pickleball Tournament! |
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Support the Wilson High School Mental Health Council at their Pickleball Tournament!
Event Details:
- Event Date: Saturday, November 12 from 10 AM to 2 PM. (Rain date November 19 from 10 AM to 2 PM.)
- Sign-ups close November 4th, 2022.
- At the Wilson High School Tennis Courts.
- Doubles tournament- either sign up with a partner or you can select to be randomly assigned one.
- All ages and skill levels are welcome!
- Come to play or to watch!
- Entry is by donation.
Snacks and drinks will be available by donation, either monetary or by donating a new toy for children in need. All community members are welcome!
Come out, have fun, and help to raise awareness for mental health in our community.
The event benefits the JED foundation. The Jed Foundation (JED) is a nonprofit that protects emotional health and prevents suicide for our nation’s teens and young adults, giving them the skills and support they need to thrive. JED changes and saves lives by equipping individuals, strengthening schools, and mobilizing communities.
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Wilson Runway Club to Host Karaoke Dinner Fundraiser! |
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Wilson Seniors Receive Recognition As National Merit Scholars |
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Congratulations to our Wilson High School seniors who recently received recognition from the National Merit Scholarship Program.
National Merit honors are determined based on a student's performance on the PSAT. Each year, approximately 1.5 million high school students take the PSAT. Of those, 50,000 or 3.3% of students are named Commended Scholars, and 16,000 or 1.1% are chosen as National Merit Scholar Semifinalists.
Named a National Merit Semifinalist:
Zachary Conzaman
Jack Peacock
Sidharth Senthilvel
Jodie Xie
Receiving National Merit Commendation:
Owen Fick
Claire Hinkle (not pictured)
Aidan Hunter
Amish Jindal
Congratulations on this outstanding achievement!
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Wilson Transportation Team Member Receives Certification |
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Congrats to Wilson Transportation Department team member Colin who recently completed an intensive online study program and a series of testing to become a Bluebird Bus Company Certified Technician.
Colin's dedication to expanding his training helps keep our fleet of buses running smoothly!
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Wilson Girls Volleyball and Field Hockey Teams are County Champs! Congratulations! |
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Second Grade Swim Instructors Needed! |
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Do you enjoy working with kids? Wilson School District would love to have you on staff for our 2nd Grade Learn to Swim Program! There is no experience necessary as our staff will provide all of the program training. We're looking for adults who enjoy working with students.
Must submit all three clearances to the district for this position. The program runs 5 days a week from 12:00-2:30 pm.
Contact Erin Kurtz at 610.670.0180 x3072 for more info.
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Ski Club Registration is NOW OPEN! |
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We are excited to announce that registration is now open for the 2022-2023 Wilson Ski Club!
Check out the details below:
Registration closes October 31st and students must register online.
Join our Google class page for up-to-date information:
Class code: kjvghxt
An additional $100.00 will be required for transportation. Due December 16th
Checks can be made payable to “Wilson School District” and given to:
High School - Mr. Brooks (Upper house), Mr. Bright (Lower House),
West - Mr. Deblack or Mr. LaChance
Southern - Mrs. Risser
Our 3 trips to Blue Mountain:
Jan. 12th
Jan. 26th
Feb. 9th
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Tips For A Safe Halloween-- From the Wilson SD Nursing Department |
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As we head into the Halloween weekend, our nursing staff wanted to share some helpful hints with you to keep kids safe during the holiday festivities.
- A responsible adult should accompany young children on neighborhood rounds.
- If your older children are going alone, plan and review a route acceptable to you.
- Agree on specific times children should return home.
- Teach your children never to enter a stranger's home or car.
- Instruct children to travel only in familiar, well-lit areas and stick with their friends.
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Tell your children not to eat any treats until they return home, and take care to avoid any food allergies.
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Be aware that there is a recent concern regarding fentanyl that mimics the appearance of candy being found across the United States. We encourage you to read over this article to better understand what is being found and have a conversation with your student.
We hope you all have a safe and happy weekend!
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