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We had a fun-filled week celebrating the holiday of love! Our high school students created Valentines for Vets in their Spanish class. Our elementary students had Valentine's Day parties with themed crafts and snacks. Some lucky classrooms heard our talented Tenors and Basses from Select Choir perform Singing Valentines!
What a fun week to spread some love!
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Construction Update:
Exciting developments are underway with the Performing Arts Center construction project! As we progress, we're pleased to report that the underground water storage system is on track to reach subgrade for paving by the end of next week. Additionally, the demolition of the canopy has been completed, and excavation for the new construction is progressing smoothly.
Looking ahead, interior demolition is scheduled to begin on March 22. This leaves two weeks after our last performance in the existing Auditorium to remove any items from behind the stage for storage until we occupy the new facility.
Stay tuned for further updates as we continue to make strides toward the opening of our new Performing Arts Center! To learn more about our construction projects, click here.
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REMINDER
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 in 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 at the Wilson Education Foundation’s Bulldog Bash event in October. They will also be memorialized by being included on our Distinguished Alumni Wall of Fame. For more information and to complete a nomination form, please click here. The deadline for submission is April 1, 2024.
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Do You Know an Extraordinary Teacher?
It's time for our Annual Teacher of the Year Award!
This includes classroom teachers, subject teachers, and certified teaching professionals who provide direct instruction to students,
K through 12, in a classroom setting.
Submit a nomination narrative telling us why you're nominating this educator for the Extraordinary Teacher of the Year Award. The narrative should include examples and supporting information about how the nominee shows a superior commitment to ensuring top-level education for their students.
Awards
· $1,000 for one K-5 teacher*
· $1,000 for one 6-12 teacher*
*includes $500 match from the Wilson Education Foundation
Nomination Deadline: April 26, 2024
Winners will be announced by the end of the 2023-2024 School Year!
Click here for more information and to submit a nomination.
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Click here for 2024-2025 district approved calendar. | | | |
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WTC Presents The Little Mermaid!
Tickets are now on sale for Wilson Theatre Company's production of Disney's "The Little Mermaid". Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney's The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. With music by eight-time Academy Award winner, Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater and a compelling book by Doug Wright, this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs, including "Under the Sea," "Kiss the Girl" and "Part of Your World."
Tickets can be found here, Wilson Staff get one free ticket! Please email lenmar@share.wilsonsd.org with any questions.
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Donuts with the Cast!
Calling all Little Mermaid fans! Please join us for a magical morning with the cast of WTC's Little Mermaid on Saturday, February 24th in the High School lower-house cafeteria! There will be a character meet and greet, opportunities to take photos with cast members, and Little Mermaid-themed crafts. Donuts and beverages will also be served.
Space is limited and an RSVP is required. There will be two separate seatings (9am or 10am) and a $5 per child suggested donation. Please sign up below and include how many children will be attending. We look forward to seeing you!
Date:
02/24/2024 (Sat.)
Location:
Wilson HS Lower-House Cafeteria 2601 Grandview Blvd. Reading, PA 19609
Get your tickets here.
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Summer Program
Registration for Wilson Summer Preschool & Child Care Program is open!
The 2024 Summer Program at Berkshire Heights runs from the week following the last day of school (subject to change). The program is available for for Wilson SD resident children 3 years of age through "incoming" Kindergarten students.
Summer Wilson Preschool at Berkshire Heights is open Monday through Friday from 6:30am to 5:30pm.
Click here for more information.
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BCTC Career Camp
The Berks Career & Technology Center (BCTC) is hosting a Career Camp for current 6th-8th grade students.
This camp is designed to help students explore their interests and gain exposure to potential career paths they may not have considered before. By participating, students will have the opportunity to interact with professionals in these fields and engage in activities that will broaden their understanding of various career options. For more information click here.
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Support the 2024 Wilson Iron Chef event with a Sponsorship, Donation, or by Attending our Event
on Sunday, March 17, 2024 at Wilson High School!
People’s Choice Competition & Vendor Lane 1-3:30 pm
Wilson Iron Chef Competition 2:30-4 pm
The Wilson Iron Chef is truly a community-wide event that brings together Wilson students, parents, faculty, administration, and the business community. Come out to watch High School Culinary Students from Conrad Weiser, Governor Mifflin, and Wilson compete for the 2024 Iron Chef Competition Title!
FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE
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SPONSORSHIPS/DONORS
Sign Up HERE, or use Mail-in Form, or scan the QR code:
Wilson Iron Chef Sponsors and Donors receive wonderful exposure for their business to the Wilson community. At the same time, they are helping to support the Wilson Education Foundation, whose mission is to positively impact students’ lives by supporting the Wilson School District in Student Experience, Teaching Excellence, and Community Engagement.
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TICKETS
Sign Up HERE, use Mail-in Form , or scan the QR code:
General Admission Adult Ticket
$20 in advance | $25 at the door
Student Ticket
(18 & under) $15 in advance | $20 at the door
Children under 3 are free
First Taste Ticket
$30 allows entrance at 12 pm, one hour before general admission opens
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Wilson Mini-THON is thrilled to invite you to our Mini-THON event at Wilson High School on Friday, March 8 through Saturday, March 9, 2024. This exciting 12-hour event will be packed with games, raffles, merchandise, dancing, a bounce house, laser tag, food, and much more! Community hours will be from 6:00-9:00 PM in the High School UH Gym.
Our dedicated club members have worked all year and can't wait to reveal the final amount raised at the end of the night. To make this event a success, we're seeking adult volunteers to help chaperone. If you’re interested and available, please sign-up to volunteer.
Any middle school student who raised $15 (submitted via Donor Drive, cash, or check written out to “Wilson Mini-THON”) will be given the opportunity to remain on the floor for an extra hour! High school students who wish to stay the entire night must raise a minimum of $50 on their Donor Drive. If you are a middle school or high school student that wants to stay the extra hour or the night of, make sure to fill out the registration form.
Make sure to check out our website to learn more and follow our social media accounts! Thank you for your ongoing support and we can’t wait to see you at Mini-THON!
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Adult English ESL Classes
Use the QR code in the flyer below to sign up! If you are interested in attending the classes held at Wilson, (Tuesdays and Thursdays 6-8:30PM at Southern Middle School), search, "Lupe Kasper" or enter, "Wilson."
Be sure to sign up soon! The next registration which will be held on Thursday February 22nd at Southern Middle School 6-8:30PM.
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This week’s club spotlight featured the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Club. FBLA focuses on building business and entrepreneurship skills in our students. The club participates in region, state, and national level competitions, and fundraises in the Wilson community as well. If students are interested in joining the club they can approach Mr. Anthony Ciatto for more information! | |
MathCounts!
Students from both West and Southern Middle School competed in the Berks County MathCounts Competition. Ethan Zhou, Sawyer Carney, Vinny DeJoseph and Kevin Ding finished in FIRST PLACE and will be competing at the State competition.
We also had 6 students finish in the top 10 as individuals.
10th - Eren Arslan
9th - Ayya Agrawal
8th - Conner Aulestia
6th - Ron Mengnjo
3rd - Vinny DeJoseph
2nd - Ethan Zhou
Congratulations, Bulldogs!
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#BulldogProud
Wilson’s Technology Student Association had a very successful day at the Regional Conference last Saturday. This was the first level of competition and first opportunity for students to receive recognition for their ongoing efforts. As a result of the Regional Conference, Wilson has qualified 30 students for the State Conference, which is held at Seven Springs Resort in late April. Wilson students had 8 first place finishes, 7 second place finishes, and 4 third place finishes! Amazing job and congratulations to these talented students!
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Color Guard Takes First Place!
Earlier this month, our indoor color guard placed first in their division at their competition held at Springford High School! Congratulations, Bulldogs!
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We had the privilege of interviewing Alexa Kairis, an exceptional athlete in both lacrosse and soccer at Wilson High School, who has recently made the commitment to play Division 1 Lacrosse at Penn State University. At Penn State, she intends to pursue a major in Business. Alexa shared some of her tips for aspiring college athletes, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and self-belief. She also brings attention to the significance of effective time management, attributing her success in both sports and academics to her time on the field and in the classroom. Alexa states, “Every day is an opportunity to get better, and putting in the work pays off. You are far more capable of achieving your goals than you think.” | | |
Last week we held our National Signing Day event to recognize our senior athletes who have committed to play at the collegiate level. Congrats to our 32 student-athletes on this outstanding accomplishment! Follow @whssportsmedia on Instagram or Wilson Sports Media on Facebook for individual photos of all our athletes! | |
Congratulations to our competition cheer team for making it to Nationals!
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