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Whitfield 2nd graders stepped into the role of real writers during their opinion writing unit by writing thoughtful letters to book authors! Students shared their opinions to various book authors on why their books are awesome, supporting their ideas with clear reasons and examples.Students were able to practice communicating their own thinking in an authentic way! By writing to a real audience, our learners were able to see the power of their writing and sharing their ideas. They also get to experience the joys of "snail mail"!  #WilsonSD

We are delighted to share that the following 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students at Spring Ridge participated in a writing contest called the Spook Squad. They were tasked with writing a spooky story and all of these awesome writers were chosen to have their pieces published in a book called, Spine Chilling Tales. We are so proud of these Bulldogs! #BulldogProud #WilsonSD

National School Counseling Week highlights the great impact school counselors have in helping students succeed. For all of their contributions to the lives of our students, we’d like to honor and acknowledge our fantastic team of school counselors! Thank you for all you do for our district! #WilsonSD #SchoolCounselingWeek

Looking for extra support for your child’s healthcare? Pennsylvania Medical Assistance provides comprehensive health coverage for children with disabilities or developmental delays.

Why sign up?
- It’s 100% free.
- It covers services private insurance might exclude.
- It can act as your child’s main insurance.

To qualify, a child must have: A diagnosed physical or mental health issue. An issue lasting at least one year. Limitations in daily activities compared to peers.

Apply online at www.compass.state.pa.us!

This past Saturday, Wilson High School students Kevin Ding, Emma Seidel, and Abigail Underwood performed with the PMEA District 10 Orchestra at Bethlehem Catholic High School. Kevin qualified to move on to Northeast Region Orchestra in February. Congratulations to these three accomplished musicians on their hard work and achievements! #WilsonSD

Last month, the Cyber Security Club traveled to Washington, D.C. to compete in the SANS NetWars Competition. During the event, teams tackled hands-on challenges based on real-world cybersecurity scenarios. Wilson’s Cyber Security Club stood out as the only group of high school students competing against teams of industry professionals. Despite the tough competition, the team earned an impressive third-place finish out of 17 teams in the highest division. Congratulations, Bulldogs! #BulldogProud #WilsonSD

Today, Whitfield students took part in the Hour of Code, a global movement that encourages students to build computer programming skills. It was a great day of learning as students, staff, and community members came together to explore computer science through hands-on activities. Thank you to Penn State Berks FIERCE (Futures in Engineering: Role Models Can Empower) students and Slapshot for joining us and being part of the fun!#WilsonSD

In honor of the school board's commitment to our students, schools, and communities, January is once again designated School Board Recognition Month.

School directors, who are unpaid, devote countless hours to the challenging and complex responsibilities of board business, including adopting policy, voting on budgets, evaluating school security issues, and reviewing hiring decisions.

Mr. Brad Hart, Ms. Lupe Kasper, Dr. Amy Kennedy, Ms. Steph Kocher, Mr. Bernard McCree, Mr. Sean McCrae, Ms. Jennifer Denny, Ms. Kat Royer and Mr. Bob Schneider are among the more than 850 school board members in the state’s 171 local school districts being recognized this month for their service.

We thank these locally elected officials for their service to our community! #WilsonSD

Last month, two teams of elementary students participated in the Keystone Competition at the BCIU. A team of 4th-grade students from Cornwall Terrace and a team of 3rd-grade students from Shiloh Hills collaborated to tackle a real-world challenge, design an innovative solution, and showcase their idea to judges. This completion was a fun, hands-on experience for the students to showcase their creativity and problem-solving skills. Congratulations to both teams on a successful competition! #WilsonSD #ProfileofaGraduate #FutureReadyGrads

Join us in continuing a beloved Wilson tradition by participating in our Valentines for Vets community service project. This initiative collects handmade Valentines to honor the Veterans at the Coatesville and Lebanon Valley Veteran Hospitals who have selflessly served to protect our freedoms. Your participation sends a meaningful message of gratitude and goodwill to the men and women who have given so much for our country.

Please deliver your Valentines to Pamela VanOstenbridge at Cornwall Terrace Elementary School (3100 Iroquois Avenue, Sinking Spring) by Thursday, February 5th.

Questions? Feel free to email Pamela at vanpam@share.wilsonsd.org. Thank you for your kindness and participation!

Our Wilson FBLA members recently competed at the FBLA Regional Competition, demonstrating their business knowledge across a variety of events. Congratulations to the following students:

Heidi Ding - 1st Place Organizational Leadership

Brendon Pagolu and Aniruddh Sharma - 1st Place Sales Presentation

Sean Nunez - 1st Place Entrepreneurship

Maddie Henne - 2nd Place Public Speaking

Iyon Greene - 5th Place Economics

Mikaela Brown - 5th Place Social Media Strategies

Eric Liu - Personal Finance

Kunle Ojikutu - Sports Management

Timothy Lengle - Financial Planning

#WilsonSD

Are your little ones ready for preschool next year? Join us for Berkshire Heights Open House! Come visit our classroom, meet the teachers, and ask questions!

For more information, please click here https://sites.google.com/share.wilsonsd.org/bhelc/home?authuser=0

REMINDER!!

There will be no school for students or staff on Monday, January 19, in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday.

All district offices will also be closed on January 19. #WilsonSD

Yesterday, we hosted our 8th grade students at the Wilson Middle School career fair where they learned about career paths from 150+ professionals. Thank you to everyone involved for inspiring our students, and to Alvernia University and their student volunteers for hosting us! #WilsonSD #ProfileofaGraduate #FutureReadyGrad

Whitfield staff came together to pack boxes of food for senior citizens at Helping Harvest! This meaningful tradition has been a part of the Whitfield and Wilson community for more than 15 years, bringing volunteers together in the spirit of service. It is always a rewarding and memorable experience for everyone involved. #WilsonSD

January is National Braille Literacy Month! At Wilson, four students are learning braille, the six-dot code created by Louis Braille that opens the door to reading, writing, and learning. This month, we’re proud to recognize their hard work and celebrate the importance of braille literacy for all! #WilsonSD

Before Winter break began, our 9th-grade Algebra 1 ISTEM students worked in teams to design and build a 3D physical model of the Mars surface using real elevation data. Students applied algebraic concepts such as slope, distance, and linear equations while integrating engineering design, scientific research, CAD modeling, CNC routing, and 3D printing.

This collaborative project was led by Mr. Wallence, Mr. Bright, and Mr. Howard, bringing together math, science, and engineering in an authentic learning experience. As part of the science integration, Mr. Bright enhanced the project by incorporating the StarLab, allowing students to explore planetary motion, space science, and Mars’ position in our solar system, further deepening their understanding of space exploration.

Together, this project encouraged students to think critically and creatively as engineers and scientists while demonstrating how mathematics connects to real-world applications and future exploration beyond Earth! #WilsonSD

The Winter Music Extravaganza and Talent Show made its exciting debut and is sure to become an annual Southern tradition. From tumbling to Tchaikovsky and chamber groups to cheer, students enjoyed a school-wide assembly featuring select music ensembles including The Southern Sinfonietta, Jazz Band, and Select Chorus, along with auditioned Talent Show performances from all three grade levels. The program showcased an impressive variety of talent, from choral numbers and colorguard to duets, dance, comedy, and even pointe choreography. It was a wonderful way to come together as a school community, celebrating the dedication and hard work of our performers as we head into Winter Break. Even the faculty joined in on the fun - check out the last picture to see what the teachers did! #WilsonSD

Last week before break, our transportation department held their annual holiday luncheon! We appreciate you all and everything you do for our district! #WilsonSD