Wyomissing Area SD

Gavin Wetzel is turning his interest in healthcare into real-world experience as an Anatomy & Physiology Intern with Mrs. Riverso. By setting up labs, managing supplies, helping fellow students, or assisting during dissections, Gavin is building valuable skills. #spartansatwork

AP Psychology students participated in Brain Speed Dating, embodying brain structures to find neural matches. With clever name tags and function-inspired pick-up lines, they explored how structures work togethervand sparked laughs and brainy chats!

Our Spanish Honor Society had a frightfully fun time volunteering at Spooky Hollow! Students helped raise funds with hair tinsel, temporary tattoos, and an exciting trivia game. We’re proud of them for supporting our community and sharing plenty of smiles and spooky spirit!👻🎃

The Class of 2029’s Fall Clothing Drive Fundraiser is TODAY, October 31, from 8:00–11:00 a.m. at the Jr/Sr High School! Please bring donations to the flagpole—we’d truly appreciate your support. See the attached flyer for details and accepted items!

What an exciting Instant Decision Day at the JSHS! 🎓 33 students connected with six colleges—Alvernia, Bloomsburg, Kutztown, Millersville, Reading Area Community College, and Shippensburg—and received 66 acceptances! Congratulations to everyone! 🎉

We're excited to introduce intern Chesney Brock with Berks Ortho. She helps prep and clean exam rooms, escorts patients, and observes ultrasounds, minor procedures, and orthopedic pre- and post-op appointments. Great work, Chesney! #spartansatwork

The Class of 2029’s Fall Clothing Drive Fundraiser is this Saturday, Oct. 31 from 8–11 a.m. at the Jr./Sr. High School. Donate at the flagpole that morning or in Mrs. Jordan’s room 120 or Mrs. Hatt’s room 138 this week. See the flyer for accepted items!

Last week, 12 JSHS students attended Penn State Berks’ Latino Forum, where Hispanic leaders and advisors shared insights and encouraged higher education. A 14-year Hispanic Heritage Month tradition, the forum inspires students to envision possibilities and pursue their futures!

This outstanding discovery table supported our students at WHEC throughout their Pennsylvania unit providing maps and puzzles to books and interactive materials. Thank-you to the Berks County Communitity Fondation for providing grant funding for this learning experience!

The Berks Business Education Coalition honored Senior Sarah Kauffman for her work at Valley Mist Farm last year. She’s growing her animal-care skills at Conrad Weiser Animal Hospital this year. Congratulations, Sarah! 🎉 #spartansatwork

WHEC first grade students celebrated Johnny Appleseed's birthday this fall with a day full of fun apple activities! From examining apples under a microscope to painting with apples, students got to explore, create and learn!

We're thrilled to welcome Richard Aulenbach as our latest featured intern! At RPA Engineering, he analyzes LinkedIn metrics, performs market research, and assists the marketing team with data entry. Keep up the excellent work, Richard! #spartansatwork

Mrs. Krim’s math students tackled the Marshmallow Tower Challenge. In teams they planned and built towers to reach maximum height and stand 15 seconds. They used math—shapes, measurement, timing—and practiced teamwork, communication, critical thinking skills!

From the classroom to the sidewalk! Honors & AP Macroeconomics students put their knowledge into practice by creating sidewalk chalk Production Possibilities Curves during a review with Mr. Hughes!

Senior Lyla Hayley is interning at Cho Plastic Surgery. Lyla helps by cleaning, sanitizing, and preparing exam rooms for patients. She also observes surgical procedures. She's excited to learn more about the skin, skin conditions, and treatment options. Best of luck, Lyla!

Our Model UN club hosted its annual student-led regional training, welcoming high school students from Berks and Montgomery counties. Participants explored UN history, learned Model UN procedures, and put their skills into practice during a mock conference.

WHEC hosted their "PJs for Patients" fundraiser to benefit Four Diamonds through Wyomissing Area's Mini-THON and raised $765.41 as a building. Students gave $1 to wear pajamas to school, and staff donated to wear jeans for the day. A cozy, comfy day for a wonderful cause!

Meet our next Featured Intern, Jayden Alba. Jayden works with SIR Physical Therapy, where he helps by sanitizing exam tables, doing laundry and observing physical therapists working with patients. He is excited to learn more about how the human body heals. Well done, Jayden!

Students in grades 9-12 had the opportunity to participate in Student Voice Day, a day dedicated to empowering students and making sure their voices are heard! Students shared their perspectives, and discussed ways we can continue building a positive, successful school community!

We're introducing the students behind WASD's social media — Melina Chen, Aniyaih Cruz, and Zoe Lecher. They'll work with Ms. Tierney to spotlight events, student success, and extracurriculars during 26-27. #spartansatwork