West Middle School

REMINDER that Wilson School District will be following an altered schedule the week beginning November 24.

All students will have an early dismissal on Monday, November 24, and Tuesday, November 25. Secondary students will be dismissed at 11:00 am. Elementary students will be dismissed at 11:45 am.

There will be NO school for students from Wednesday, November 26 through Monday, December 1, in honor of the Thanksgiving holiday. Classes will resume on Tuesday, December 2.

This week’s #ThrowbackThursday features the Wilson Theater Company’s 2002 production of The Miracle Worker alongside this year’s show, The Play That Goes Wrong.

Don’t forget, the curtain rises TONIGHT! Get your tickets and come support our talented cast and crew!

Tickets: https://wilsontheatrecompany.ludus.com/index.php?show_id=200503486

The Play That Goes Wrong takes the stage tomorrow! You don’t want to miss this fantastic show.

Grab your tickets and come cheer on our amazing cast and crew!

https://wilsontheatrecompany.ludus.com/index.php?show_id=200503486

The annual high school powder puff game was a success!

The Senior Class of 2026 beat the Junior Class of 2027, 41-40, on a walkoff field goal as time expired! #WilsonSD

Photo Credit: Joe Mays

Thank you, Mr. Ed Case, for eight years of dedicated service to the Wilson School Board!  He wrapped up his final meeting surrounded by family and was honored with a custom lamp recognizing his leadership—especially as Chair of our Operations Committee and Board Liaison to the Wilson Education Foundation. We are grateful for your commitment to Wilson!  #WilsonSD

Wilson West Algebra I students were challenged to use Pythagorean Theorem and SOH CAH TOA to find all three side lengths and angles of a right triangle. They created word problems and diorama scenes to enjoy an interactive day of problem solving! #WilsonSD

Calling all parents with a child going to kindergarten in 2026!! Join us Tuesday, January 6 at 6:00 pm for an informational parents night about our Building Bulldogs program!

The meeting will be held in the Staff Development Room in the high school, 2601 Grandview Blvd, Reading, PA 19609

Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSea52zII2D-_iTX16OY_Rx8GoHfQtA_0zQqYHB2SFX5q3gAbA/viewform

Southern’s 7th and 8th grader students in Nature Club took their learning outdoors for a habitat exploration right on our school grounds, guided by guest educators from Nolde State Forest. Students documented their discoveries in field journals and uncovered all kinds of signs of animal life, even when the environment seemed quiet! #WilsonSD

Last week, our Reading Specialists hosted a fun, family-focused literacy night featuring dinner and three activity rotations: writing, phonics, and a read-aloud. Students and families learned together, and every student went home with a brand-new book!

At last week’s board meeting, our School Board had the chance to visit the BCTC East Campus and hold their meeting there. Wilson culinary students who attend BCTC impressed everyone by preparing and serving a delicious dinner! #WilsonSD

Are you a Wilson alum pursuing a degree in education? Will you be graduating in December 2025, May 2026, or have at least 60 credits completed as of this semester?

We want YOU to work for us! Become a part-time substitute while you’re still in school and consider coming back after graduation as a full-time teacher!

Each year, as part of our recruiting process, we actively seek out Wilson alumni like you to join our team.

Please fill out the Google form NO later than December 5, 2025 if you are interested in getting employment information from Wilson School District!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc-MPmQn5LbpMmguFhAJylazBJE1qmiL93suA8QxeSWdU0_Fg/viewform

Students in Spring Ridge’s Intermediate Autistic Support class took part in a fun, hands-on pumpkin exploration activity! The students got to touch the outside of the pumpkin, knock to hear its sound, and feel its texture before scooping out the insides and exploring even more. It was a great way to engage their senses and celebrate learning through discovery! #WilsonSD

Last month, the Berks Business Education Coalition recognized seniors from across the county for their participation in local internship opportunities. Laila Jones was recognized for her participation as a student intern at Iron Valley Real Estate with agent Cheryl Arroyo as well as her participation with our Adapted Physical Education classes. Congratulations, Laila! #WilsonSD

You’re invited the opening reception of “2026 Calendar Tribute to Wilson Schools - Yesterday and Today” on November 22, 1-4 pm! Roy Snyder’s colorful paintings capture the nostalgia and wonderful architecture of the district. Grandview Gallery is proud to partner with Roy to fundraise for the M.J. Snyder Scholarship and the Wilson Education Foundation.

Can’t make the opening reception? Buy calendars here: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/ZD9WLZMCEDF6N (note: artwork only available to purchase in person) Calendars are also available for purchase at Mays Sandwhich Shop (2525 Penn Ave, Reading, PA 19609)

All calendar sales will be donated to the Wilson Education Foundation. The Wilson Education Foundation positively impacts students’ lives by supporting the Wilson School District in three areas: Student Experience, Teaching Excellence, and Community Engagement. The money the Wilson Education Foundation raises is used to support and assist the needs of students, teachers, and community.

All original painting sales will be donated to the M.J. Snyder Scholarship Fund awarded by the Berks County Community Foundation. This scholarship is in honor of Mary Jane Snyder, Roy’s wife, who taught third grade at the Womelsdorf School in the Conrad Weiser School District for 27 years. Mary Jane was a caring, creative, conscientious, highly respected, and much loved teacher. The scholarship in her honor is awarded to a senior graduating from Conrad Weiser High School who intends to major in education, with a preference for elementary education; and three student-athletes from the Wilson Aquatics program.

Wilson Theater Company presents The Play That Goes Wrong!

A delightfully disastrous comedy play, The Play That Goes Wrong follows the Cornley University Drama Society as they attempt to stage a 1920s murder mystery.  Everything spirals hilariously out of control, as the accident-prone cast and crew struggle to make it to the final curtain call.  Audiences will be treated to a whirlwind of slapstick humor and perfectly timed chaos. This laugh-out-loud farce is a must-see for fans of Monty Python and Noises Off, and good for audiences age 10 and up! 

Get your tickets here: https://wilsontheatrecompany.ludus.com/index.php?show_id=200503486

During Tuesday's professional development day, teachers from across the district collaborated to lead learning sessions for their colleagues and fellow educators! From honey tasting to crime scene investigations, it’s always inspiring to see our teachers in action, learning alongside one another and sharing their expertise! #WilsonSD

This #ThrowbackThursday, we celebrate the first Wilson football team to enter the Berks Conference League in 1946 and the student-athletes who continue to make us proud today! #WilsonSD

Happy National School Psychology Week! Our School Psychologists work closely with families and staff to support student success and ensure safe, welcoming learning environments. Thank you to our incredible team for all you do! #WilsonSD

Last week, our 6th grade students and teachers from Southern got to step out and experience the construction site firsthand!

With vests and hard hats on, they had a fun sneak peek at the work in progress.

A huge thank you to eciConstruction for giving our students this exciting opportunity and for sending them home with some awesome swag! #WilsonSD

Check out the Winter 2025 Performing Arts schedule! Mark your calendars for all these amazing performances! #WilsonSD