January 13, 2023
Wilson Middle School Career Fair Gives Students A Glimpse of Future Opportunities
The Wilson Middle School Career Fair was an overwhelming success! Over 530 8th-grade students had the opportunity to hear from over 70 professionals about the many different career options available to them. A great mix of professions were represented– from trades, to construction, to medical, to finance and much more! 
 
We are so grateful to Alvernia University for hosting us on their beautiful campus. A special thank you goes to the middle school counseling team for their leadership of this important event.  
Nominees Sought for Wilson's Distinguished Alumni
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 during the National Honor Society Induction Ceremony. They will also be memorialized by including them on our Distinguished Alumni Wall of Fame. For more information and to complete a nomination form, please click hereThe deadline for submission is January 20, 2023.
No School For Students or Staff- January 16
There will be no school for students or staff on Monday, January 16,
in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday.
All district offices will also be closed on January 16.
District Inclement Weather Communication Reminders
We received feedback after our first inclement weather day regarding our communications process. Please click here to view the guidelines outlining all our communication methods regarding school delays and closings.

We also encourage our families to verify your contact information in our Skyward system to ensure that you receive district-wide calls to the appropriate phone numbers. To verify/ update your contact information, log into Skyward Family Access, and click on "My Account" in the top right. You'll see your email/phones listed and can update them. Once you are done, just click SAVE.

If you verified your information and you are still not receiving calls from the Wilson School District, please email help_desk@wilsonsd.org and provide the following information in your email:
  • Date of communication you believe you did not receive
  • Phone number or email address you feel that communication should be sent to

Finally, please remember that calls may come during the early morning hours, so please click here for instructions regarding how to OPT OUT of these calls.

Thank you for your ongoing support and patience as we make weather-related decisions. 
Don't Miss Our Remaining Winter Concert!
Just one more concert left in our Winter Concert series! Don't miss out!

Wednesday, February 15 @ 7 pm
Symphonic Band/Orchestra Concert in the HS Auditorium
Wilson Theater Company Presents: "Our Wonderland"
Join the Wilson Theater Company for their original production of "Our Wonderland." This is a new Alice for a new generation! This production is written, scored, directed, choreographed, and costumed by the actors! Come down the rabbit hole again....

Performances will be on January 19 and 20 at 7 pm and on January 21 at 2 pm in the Wilson High School Auditorium.

For tickets, click here.
Wilson Students Participate in Berks County Science Olympiad
On January 5, fourteen Wilson High School students participated in the Berks County Science Olympiad competition at Kutztown University.

The team is advised by Joe Melograna, Greg Brooks, and Gay Wentzel. The competition included 22 events that challenged students within the fields of physics, chemistry, biology, and engineering. Wilson’s team finished in 5th place!

(L to R): Charlie Frantz, Adi Nayak, Jay Khamar, Suvrat Agrawal, Kofi Anokye, Sidharth Senthilvel, Joe Melograna, Jason Kaufmann, Selina Wu, Jenny Xiao, Isabella Vitales, Paige Hinkle, Xi Lin, Nneoma Uchendu, Anjana Gopa, Greg Brooks

Many students earned top 3 finishes in their various events. The event was featured in the Reading Eagle on January 6.

1st Place in Cell Bio: Isabella Vitales, Xi Lin
2nd Place in Flight: Anjana Gopal, Selina Wu
2nd Place in Environmental Chem: Nneoma Uchendu, Jason Kaufmann
3rd Place in Codebusters: Anjana Gopal, Jenny Xiao, Paige Hinkle
3rd Place in Write It, Do It: Anjana Gopal, Selina Wu

The team will continue to prepare for the regional competition that takes place on March 16. The regional event will include approximately 25 teams from Berks and surrounding counties. Congratulations to all our outstanding students!
Wilson High School Student Chosen for Global Citizenship Scholarship
Congratulations to Wilson High School student Dylan Rosinski on winning one of the EF Global Citizenship Scholarships

Dylan's application and video submission stood out amongst other global citizens throughout the world. Dylan was awarded $1,000 towards his educational experience this spring! Congratulations Dylan!
Registration is Open for Wilson Baseball Youth Clinic
The Wilson Baseball Youth Clinic is designed to help students develop baseball skills and encourage sportsmanship.  

With these goals in mind, the clinic's objectives are to:
  • Teach the fundamentals of hitting and pitching.
  • Learn proper instruction for infield and outfield play.
  • Establish an atmosphere where the values of sportsmanship, commitment, and team are emphasized.
  • Send each player home a better student-athlete.

STAFF: Wilson Baseball Coaching Staff and members of the Wilson High School Baseball Team

FOR: Any young man ages 7 to 14

DATE: Saturday, March 11, 2023 

Session 1 – Ages 6 to 9 from 8:00 am to 11:00 am
(Parents are encouraged to attend the competition finals 
and the closing ceremony beginning at 10:30 am.)

Session 2 – Ages 10 to 13 from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
(Parents are encouraged to attend the competition finals 
and the closing ceremony beginning at 2:30 pm.)

LOCATION: Wilson West Middle School Gymnasium/Auxiliary Gym

Click here for more information and to register.
Wilson High School National Day of Signing Recognition Event
On Wednesday, February 1, 2023, Wilson Athletics will host our National Signing Day recognition ceremony for all high school seniors who have committed to play collegiate athletics next year. 

The ceremony will be held in the High School Auditorium at 4:00 PM on February 1 and is open to the public to attend. Let’s congratulate these students as they continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level.
Youth Lacrosse Regular Registration Closes TODAY!
Youth Lacrosse (3rd - 8th grade) regular registration closes on Friday, January 13. We utilize these registration numbers to determine the number of teams and work with the league to schedule games so please register.

If by chance you miss signing up, late registration will remain open till February 10, but an additional fee of $25 applies.

In addition to your own registration, please encourage family and friends to sign-up and experience the amazing sport of lacrosse!

Registration Link

Additionally, if you need to order uniform (3rd - 8th grade) because you are new to the program, the old one doesn't fit, would like a new one, etc, our store is open and will close on February 10. The program requires a Wilson pinnie and black shorts. Any black athletic shorts are acceptable (UA, Nike, Adidas, etc.); the store offers an inexpensive option for consideration.

Uniform Order Link

If you have any additional questions, please direct them to our Boys and Girls Youth Directors.

Boys Director: Keith Reidinger- Keith.Reidinger@yahoo.com
Girls Director: Tom Voelker- tomvoelker@gmail.com
Wilson Mini-THON 2023 Is Here!
Wilson's Annual Mini-THON event will be held on Friday, March 3rd- Saturday, March 4th!
 
Register for High School Dancers!
Dancers will be required to raise $45 on donor drive. If you have any questions about registering or how to sign up for donor drive, please feel free to email 2023MalKatE@share.wilsonsd.org
 
Buy your 2022 Mini-THON T-Shirt!
Click HERE to access our WSD Mini-THON store before February 15th at 3:00 PM. T-shirts will be distributed at Wilson High School on February 28, March 1, 2, and 3. Check out the distribution schedule below:
 
Tuesday, 2/28 - 7:30 am - 8 am
Upper House Auditorium Lobby (HS students only)

Tuesday, 2/28 - 2:40 pm - 3:15 pm  
Upper House Auditorium Lobby (HS students only)

Tuesday, 2/28 - 6:45 pm - 8 pm
Main HS Entrance (Anyone)

Wednesday, 3/1 - 7:30 am - 8 am
Upper House Auditorium Lobby (HS students only)

Wednesday, 3/1 - 2:40 pm - 3:15 pm
Upper House Auditorium Lobby (HS students only)

Thursday, 3/2- 8 am-2:00 pm
Upper House counseling office.

Friday, 3/3 - At Mini-THON 6:00 pm- 9:00 pm
Upper House gym (anyone)
  
Watch for details on the Community Hours for Mini-THON! It's all For The Kids!
Join us at the Wilson Natatorium for a pool party event! Everyone is welcome-- elementary, middle school, and high school students.

Admission is $10 and liability waivers will need to be completed at the entrance.
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