The 2009-10 school year officially ended on Monday
evening, June 14, 2010 when 170 seniors received their high school
diplomas. For some it may have come as a relief, for others it may have
been a stepping stone, but I am sure for all it was a wonderful evening
of lasting memories that will be shared with fellow graduates, families,
and friends for a long time. Thank you to Mr. Martuscelli for organizing
such a wonderful ceremony.
Overall, I am pleased to report the 2009-10 school
year was very successful and rewarding. I would like to take this
opportunity to thank all of our teachers, support staff members, board
members and administrators for all their efforts. We appreciate the
support you gave throughout the year. I am inspired by your dedication
to the education of our students and commitment to our District.
As we all know, the success of a school year is
based on the performance of our students. In 2009-10, our students
excelled in achieving in the classroom, supporting the community,
performing on stage, and competing on the playing field. Examples of
this success are listed below:
Examples of Success
• Preliminary scores indicate all buildings met AYP requirements for
the 2009-10 school year
• More than 10% of graduating seniors are members of the National
Honor Society
• 41 middle school students were inducted into the Junior National
Honor Society
• Wilson Borough Elementary School was recognized as a distinguished
Title I School by the Pennsylvania
Department of Education for high
student achievement
• 153 high school students were enrolled in AP courses
• 28 high school students were enrolled in college courses
• Williams Township Elementary school’s end-of-year 4Sight
assessment scores showed all grade levels,
in both math and reading
were 80% proficient and advanced
• Wilson Borough Elementary school kindergarten showed 90% of
children at Benchmark on end-of-year assessment
• Two high school students were recognized as National Merit
Scholars
• The high school Debate team captured first place in LVIDA Debate
League
• All five buildings were recognized as NO PLACE FOR HATE schools
• The middle school band received the Espirit de Corp award for
demonstrating proper social behavior,
as well as, professionalism
during their performance at the Music in the Parks Festival
competition.
They also received a rating of superior.
• 651 high school students participated on athletic teams; 361 male,
290 female
• Over 200 care packages were sent to troops
• 411 pints of blood donated
• 30 veterans with family members attended WBES Veteran’s Day
ceremony
Money
Raised by Students
$
100.00
-
Alex’s Lemonade Stand
$
3,000.00
-
Haiti Relief
$
1,541.04
-
Dream Come True
$
1,141.04
-
Center for Animal Health
$
150.00
-
Red Cross
$
1,007.19
-
Families from 3rd Street Alliance
$
400.00
-
Zack Heck Memorial Fund
$
10,000.00
-
March of Dimes, Dream Come True, Caitlin Smiles, Unicef
$
7,000.00
-
PA Water Rescue/Project TV
$
25,339.27
-
TOTAL
Please note: these are just examples of what our students
accomplished in a few short months, and reasons why it is accurate
to state 2009-10 was a success!
In closing, we hope everyone has a relaxing summer and we are
looking forward to 2010-11 with great anticipation.
To Our Middle School
Neighbors
The Wilson Area School District appreciates your
on-going patience during the construction of the Wilson Area
Intermediate School. We are pleased to report the project is on schedule
and our plans for full occupancy will occur in August of 2011.
This summer, Firmstone Street will be renovated;
this will include new sidewalks along the Intermediate School property
and the widening of the overall street. We will make every attempt to
minimize disruption and appreciate in advance your continued
understanding and cooperation.
We also want to note that our middle school
walking students will be shuttled again next year.
Once again, thank you for understanding and
support. We hope you have a relaxing and enjoyable summer.
Sincerely,
Doug Wagner
Superintendent
*** Updated ***
Proposed New School Immunization
Requirements
It has been proposed that new school immunization
requirements will go into effect for the 2011-2012 school year. It is important that all parents/guardians prepare for these changes.
Click here
to view the new proposed requirements. Please contact your school nurse with
questions.
ORDER A PERMANENT ENGRAVED
BRICK FOR YOUR
FAMILY, STUDENT, TEACHER, CLASS OR ALUMNI
The Wilson Area Class of 1957 would like to invite you to make your
permanent mark at Wilson Area High School by participating in our Alumni
Brick program. Your brick will be incorporated into a wall at the stadium.
Money raised will support the establishment of a high school outdoor
classroom, estimated
to cost $30,000.
Enter to
learn..............The Wilson Area School District will provide safe
environments and a variety of learning experiences that embrace
diversity and allow all students to achieve to their fullest potential
as responsible and productive citizens, who become life-long learners.
The District and community will work in partnership to prepare our
students for tomorrow's challenges so that they may.................Go forth to serve
