Explore BCTC's 35 Programs in 7 Career Clusters!
BCTC FAST FACTS: 
• Programs are open to high school students tuition free. Most students apply to BCTC in 9th grade to begin in 10th, but there are also great options for students in 11th and 12th.
• Students can gain work experience through work based learning, clinicals, and job shadowing.
• The BCTC schedule allows you to still participate in sports and other activities in your district.
• Students can earn free college credits while attending BCTC.

FOR PARENTS: 
• Now is the time for 7th, 8th, and 9th graders to begin exploring their career interests.
• If your child’s plans include college, technical school, or starting a career, BCTC will provide an excellent foundation for future success.
• BCTC also offers Continuing Education programs for adults to upgrade their skills, earn certifications, participate in apprenticeships, or train for a new career. Courses are offered day or evening with flexible scheduling, and affordable pricing.

Seniors planning to apply to Kutztown University are encouraged to participate in this "Instant Decision Day" event.  An admissions counselor from KU will be at Wilson on Thursday, November 9 to review admissions applications and potentially offer acceptances that day to qualified students. 

Students must submit their admissions application online to Kutztown no later than 11:59pm on Monday, November 6 as well as submit the registration form (below). Only students who sign up will be assigned a time to meet with the Kutztown representative.

For more information and to register: https://forms.gle/7yRjDvtZdZKQcYH79

Contact Rebecca Doutrich in the Career Center with any questions doureb@share.wilsonsd.org.

DONATIONS ARE HIGHLY ENCOURAGED 
ALL funds go to Wilson's Mini-THON

November 14 Tuesday, Noon;  November 30 Thursday, 6:30pm

December 14, Thursday, Noon;   December 19, Tuesday, 6:30pm
The Offer letter, or Financing Plans, that you receive to provide an idea of the cost associated with attending post secondary education can be confusing as each school formats their information differently.  PHEAA, represented by Linda Pacewicz and Daniel Wray of PA Forward, will assist you in this 1 hour webinar, in understanding and navigating through the types of Aid that are listed, what you are being offered and identifying the balances and next steps needed so you can make knowledgeable and affordable decisions.  Q&A interaction is encouraged!

Register Here: https://pheaa-events500.webex.com/mw3300/mywebex/default.do?siteurl=pheaa-events500&service=6

Covering the Gap: Pieces of the puzzle to help pay your education bill

November 16, Thursday, 6:30pm;   November 28^th Tuesday Noon

Understanding education balances can be confusing and whether you’re trying to address the costs or beginning to plan for higher education, this review is for you.  Join PHEAA representatives Linda Pacewicz and Daniel Wray for a 1 hour webinar that will emphasize best practices (such as seeking grants and scholarships first), remind families about additional resources (such as payment plans), and review private/alternative loans as a last resort in the process of covering the Gap and keeping balances affordable.  The discussion will also include the basics of credit, what factors impact a credit score, how can a credit score be improved and the effects on your borrowing capability.

Register Here: https://pheaa-events500.webex.com/mw3300/mywebex/default.do?siteurl=pheaa-events500&service=6 

Title: Winter Wonderland
Artist: Whitfield Elementary School
Date/time: Opening Reception 11/19 1-4 pm

Winter Wonderland celebrates our student artists from Whitfield Elementary School! Their Art Teacher, Mrs. Flanagan, works closely with her students to explore creativity in a fun and positive environment. Grandview Gallery is honored to work with Mrs. Flanagan and her wonderfully creative young artists.

#GrandviewGallery #WinterWonderland #WhitfieldElementarySchool

Monthly Faculty Meeting

November 14 Tuesday, Noon;  November 30 Thursday, 6:30pm

December 14, Thursday, Noon;   December 19, Tuesday, 6:30pm
The Offer letter, or Financing Plans, that you receive to provide an idea of the cost associated with attending post secondary education can be confusing as each school formats their information differently.  PHEAA, represented by Linda Pacewicz and Daniel Wray of PA Forward, will assist you in this 1 hour webinar, in understanding and navigating through the types of Aid that are listed, what you are being offered and identifying the balances and next steps needed so you can make knowledgeable and affordable decisions.  Q&A interaction is encouraged!

Register Here: https://pheaa-events500.webex.com/mw3300/mywebex/default.do?siteurl=pheaa-events500&service=6

Kids' Night Out, Mini-THON
Date: Friday, December 8, 2023 
Time: 5 pm (drop off), Event begins at 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm 
Registration https://forms.gle/ksbRMvkQdWuX7EfS6
Drop off is in the Wilson High School Upper house Auditorium Main entrance 
Pizza, Snacks, and drinks will be served

When: Saturday, December 9, 2023 (8 AM-11:00 AM)

        Alt. Weather Date: Sunday, December 10, 2023 (9 AM-11 AM)

Where: Wilson High School Lower House Cafeteria (enter via the back 

door of the LH cafeteria with the ramp by bulldog field. 

            (303 Dwight St., West Lawn, PA 19609) 

Who: This invitation is for adults.  All items are FREE. 

What:  The clothes and toy items available were generously 

        donated by staff of the Wilson School District community.  

Why: On behalf of WEA and the entire school district, we are 

      pleased to be able to help district residents during this time!   

www.WilsonEA.org

Financial Aid and Planning Q&A with PHEAA

December 12, Tuesday, 6:30pm;   December 21, Thursday Noon

Articles related to funding a higher education are in the news almost every day and it can lead even the most knowledgeable of us into information overload.  Have you ever wanted to simply ask a few specific questions, yet couldn’t find anyone to ask?  Maybe you have questions about planning for college, finding the right school, applying for scholarships and for federal and state aid, understanding offer letters, competing loan applications, comparing federal loans to private loans, repaying/refinancing loans after graduation – etc.  Join Linda Pacewicz and Daniel Wray of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) for a wide open one hour Q&A session.  Ask your questions in an open forum or privately via chat.  Hope to see you there!

Registration link to share:

Register Here  (under PAForward -more-)

November 14 Tuesday, Noon;  November 30 Thursday, 6:30pm

December 14, Thursday, Noon;   December 19, Tuesday, 6:30pm
The Offer letter, or Financing Plans, that you receive to provide an idea of the cost associated with attending post secondary education can be confusing as each school formats their information differently.  PHEAA, represented by Linda Pacewicz and Daniel Wray of PA Forward, will assist you in this 1 hour webinar, in understanding and navigating through the types of Aid that are listed, what you are being offered and identifying the balances and next steps needed so you can make knowledgeable and affordable decisions.  Q&A interaction is encouraged!

Register Here: https://pheaa-events500.webex.com/mw3300/mywebex/default.do?siteurl=pheaa-events500&service=6

Monthly Faculty Meeting

November 14 Tuesday, Noon;  November 30 Thursday, 6:30pm

December 14, Thursday, Noon;   December 19, Tuesday, 6:30pm
The Offer letter, or Financing Plans, that you receive to provide an idea of the cost associated with attending post secondary education can be confusing as each school formats their information differently.  PHEAA, represented by Linda Pacewicz and Daniel Wray of PA Forward, will assist you in this 1 hour webinar, in understanding and navigating through the types of Aid that are listed, what you are being offered and identifying the balances and next steps needed so you can make knowledgeable and affordable decisions.  Q&A interaction is encouraged!

Register Here: https://pheaa-events500.webex.com/mw3300/mywebex/default.do?siteurl=pheaa-events500&service=6

Financial Aid and Planning Q&A with PHEAA

December 12, Tuesday, 6:30pm;   December 21, Thursday Noon

Articles related to funding a higher education are in the news almost every day and it can lead even the most knowledgeable of us into information overload.  Have you ever wanted to simply ask a few specific questions, yet couldn’t find anyone to ask?  Maybe you have questions about planning for college, finding the right school, applying for scholarships and for federal and state aid, understanding offer letters, competing loan applications, comparing federal loans to private loans, repaying/refinancing loans after graduation – etc.  Join Linda Pacewicz and Daniel Wray of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) for a wide open one hour Q&A session.  Ask your questions in an open forum or privately via chat.  Hope to see you there!

Registration link to share:

Register Here  (under PAForward -more-)

Details soon

Monthly Faculty Meeting

Kids' Night Out, Mini-THON
Date: Friday, December 8, 2023 
Time: 5 pm (drop off), Event begins at 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm 
Registration Coming Soon
Drop off is in the Wilson High School Upper house Auditorium Main entrance 
Pizza, Snacks, and drinks will be served

Monthly Faculty Meeting

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Friday, March 8th- Saturday, March 9th!
 
Register for High School Dancers!
Dancers will be required to raise $TBD on donor drive. If you have any questions about registering or how to sign up for donor drive, please feel free to email Giavanna Jacobs <2024JacGiaN@share.wilsonsd.org>

Buy your 2024 Mini-THON T-Shirt!
Click here (SOON)  to access our WSD Mini-THON store before TBD  at 3:00 PM. T-shirts will be distributed at Wilson High School on TBD.  Check out the distribution schedule below:

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