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Elementary Students Celebrate Earth Day

Congratulations to all our elementary students who participated in Whitpain Township’s 30th annual Earth Day art and poetry contest. At a celebration at Prophecy Creek Park last week, students were recognized for their environmentally focused art and poetry. Special shoutout to our 1st place winners who read their poems at the celebration.  

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Autism Acceptance Month
Celebrating National Autism Acceptance Month

During the month of April, Wiss Nation celebrates difference and promotes acceptance of Autism as a natural condition in the human experience.

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Congratulations to our District Artists of the Month

Congratulations to our Student Artists of the Month, selected by the WHS art teachers in each discipline. 

  • Graphic Design (Ms. McLaughlin): Xavier Basketbill
  • Art Lower - 1 & 2 (Ms. Channick): Danielle Flannery
  • Art Upper - 3, 4, AP (Mr.  Williams): Emma Reily
  • Ceramics (Dr. Williamson): Sarang Park
  • Photography (Ms. LeClaire): Andrew Tran
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Two New Episodes: Leading with Dignity Podcast

NOW PLAYING! Two new episodes of Leading with Dignity: Casual Conversations with Dr. Dawan! In each episode, Dr. Mwenyewe Dawan, Assistant Superintendent, connects with our district leaders to showcase their personalities, passions, and stories behind their roles! We hope that you'll find a deeper understanding and appreciation of the remarkable work our leaders undertake every day.

Dr. Jen Schmidt, Director of Teaching and Learning

Angela Farlow, Principal of Blue Bell Elementary

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Who Do I Contact?

Wondering who to contact at your child's school? Confused about who the right person is to address a specific question or concern? Check out our helpful SGE Contact Sheet and our Questions/Concerns Guidelines.

SGE Contacts

Questions/Concerns Guidelines

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Kindergarten Registration Begins January 2025

Registration for incoming kindergarteners for the 2025-2026 school year begins in January! Children who will be age 5 on or before September 1, 2025, are eligible to enter kindergarten. Visit our Registration webpage for important information and dates, including our Kindergarten Overview Meetings on January 21. 

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We Are Shady: PBIS Parody

This September, every staff member at Shady Grove participated in a parody song and dance to teach students about PBIS. The parody of Beyonce's "Texas Hold 'Em" taught students about being respectful, responsible, and safe in the classroom, hallways, bathroom, playground, and cafeteria. Thanks to Mrs. Cheryl Broderick, SGE teacher, for writing the lyrics and Ms. Karah Barrist, former SGE music teacher, for the vocals. 

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Shady Grove Designated No Place for Hate

Shady Grove is proud to be designated No Place for Hate. During the 2024-2025 school year, administrators, students, staff, and families will play a key role in actualizing the district’s No Place for Hate goals, plans and activities.

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Why I Work at Wiss Nation

One of the reasons why Wissahickon is a leader in education is because we value the importance of relationships. Click below to watch the video and hear why new and long-term staff members enjoy working at Wissahickon.

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Shady Grove Pride

Our school is proud to serve more than 670 students in grades K-5 with a strong sense of community, a rich curricular program, an inspiring learning atmosphere, and a commitment to character.

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Wiss SELebrates: Belongingness

Each month, our schools incorporate lessons and activities that support social emotional learning (SEL) skills -- self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills and responsible decision making. 

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Our Vision

Wiss Nation is a learning community where all students and staff feel a sense of belonging and are inspired to engage and excel to their fullest potential. 

Belonging

We strive to promote a culture of BELONGING through our policies, practices and programs.

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Home & School Association

The Home & School Association (HSA) provides fun and educational opportunities for students and families.

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Stay Connected

We use multiple methods to communicate important information to our community.

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Social Emotional Learning

Social emotional learning (SEL) helps students form positive relationships and work collaboratively! 

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Wissahickon Happenings

Are you interested in student and staff achievements and upcoming events? Check out the monthly Wiss Watch newsletter and subscribe! 

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