Western Wayne School Counselor Named Pennsylvania School Counselor of the Year

Robert D. Wilson School Counselor, Erica Booth, was honored at the School Counselor Annual Conference hosted by the Pennsylvania School Counselors Association held at The Hershey Lodge and Convention Center on November 29.  She was selected as Pennsylvania School Counselor of the Year, the equivalent of Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year.

Erica is in her sixth year at the Western Wayne School District, all of which were served at Robert D. Wilson Elementary. The PSCA SCHOOL COUNSELOR OF THE YEAR (SCOY) AWARDS honor professional school counselors who have made significant contributions to their students and/or school districts through the development and implementation of comprehensive school counseling programs that are based on the ASCA National Model.  Western Wayne Administration and staff are extremely proud of Erica’s great accomplishments in their district which have led her to receiving this honor.

 

 

Hamlin/ Lake Ariel Rotary Donates Coats for Western Wayne Students

 

Pictured are Western Wayne staff members with members of the Rotary who generously donated coats for students throughout the Western Wayne School District. From left: Matthew Fitzsimmons, high school guidance counselor; Diane Tansits, high school and middle school social worker; Tatiana Black, Rotary member; Susan Giguere, Rotary member; Terry Gunning, Rotary member; Renee Chernin, high school guidance counselor; Kasey Gribble, high school guidance counselor; Lisa Jacques, middle school guidance counselor; and Jennifer Bradley, high school assistant principal.

All four Western Wayne Schools (EverGreen Elementary, R.D. Wilson Elementary, the High School, and Middle School) benefited from a coat drive done by the Hamlin/ Lake Ariel Rotary.  The Rotary donated several cases of coats to the schools.  All of the schools received a variety of coats in different colors and sizes.  The district is so grateful for this donation and knows its students will greatly benefit from these much needed coats.   From left, Sue Schlasta, EverGreen Elementary social worker; and Tatiana Black, from the Rotary.

 

 

Mobile Agriculture Education Science Lab Visits Western Wayne Elementary Students

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Western Wayne’s  Robert D. Wilson Elementary School hosted a special event the week of November 27.  The Pennsylvania Farm Bureau’s Mobile Agriculture Education Science Lab came to the school  for students pre-kindergarten to fifth grade to enjoy.

The opportunity was afforded to the students through funding provided by the Wayne County Farm Bureau, a Soybean Council Grant and Robert D. Wilson PTA.

The Pennsylvania Farm Bureau’s Mobile Agriculture Education Science Lab creates an opportunity for students to learn about agriculture (Pennsylvania’s number one industry) in a fun and hands-on-way.

“With fewer children having a tie to farming, we created the Ag Lab program to help teachers educate more students about the importance of agriculture,” said PF  President Rick Ebert.

Students enter the lab to perform science experiments that teach lessons focused on farm, food, fiber and the environment.  Mobile Lab visits to schools are coordinated with the preparation of teachers and their classes for the science experiments.  A certified teacher travels with the lab to lead each class in the science experiments.  The lab is equipped with all the materials and supplies needed for the experiments.

Examples of the experiments that are taught in the lab include: germinating seed under different conditions, creating crayons from soybeans, and testing the water capacity of different soils.  A Mobile Lab can educate up to 900 students and involve up to 30 teachers per week.

At R.D., first grade participated in an experiment called Popcorn Capers.  Students engaged in conversation with Paula Brennan, Mobile Ag Lab Teacher, and enjoyed a story about corn, how it grows, where it grows, and its many uses.  Students then completed a sink and float activity including a corn kernel and a popped kernel of corn along with a variety of other common objects with varying degrees of air (rice crispies, cheese ball, raisins to name a few).

In addition, Kindergarten participated in an experiment called Farm Charm where prompted by conversation, the students and teacher built a farm and made connections between the various components of a farm.   Student made a Farm Charm to wear which symbolized all the components of a farm (sun, water, cows, pigs, chickens, soil and more).

All of the Western Wayne Elementary students and staff greatly enjoyed their experiences with the Mobile Lab and hope to have more of these unique educational experiences in the future.

 

Robert D. Wilson – 4th Annual Turkey Trot

 

 

Robert D. Wilson conducted the 4th Annual Turkey Trot November 29. 2019 thanks to the work and dedication of Elizabeth Musso, physical education teacher. Students enjoyed a variety of physical exercises stationed around the school and in the gymnasium. It a a tradition to get up and moving with friends and classmates. Students also had an opportunity to socialize and enjoy a Thanksgiving movie and popcorn supplied by the Robert D. Wilson PTA and prepared by office staff. It was a fun filled morning for all involved.

RDW Students Host Assembly to Promote Kindness

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On November 19th, students in the Kindness Club and Student Council hosted the annual Olweus Kickoff Event to promote kindness and teach anti-bullying strategies. After two months of planning, rehearsals, and preparation, eleven students in the fifth grade held a school-wide assembly which included:

– The Bully Circle: teaching the different roles that bystanders play in bullying situations
– The Wildcat Pledge: where all students pledged to be defenders of their school
– Kickoff Videos: pre-recorded by the student council- interviewing students throughout the school
– Classroom Match-ups: each classroom in the school was randomly paired with another. These classroom pairs will perform acts of kindness for each other throughout the year
– Kindness Dance: all students learned the special kindness dance: Throw Kindness Like Confetti!

A very special thank you to the students who made it all possible! They are a shining example of Wildcat Pride!
Kindness Club members: Audrey Agnello, Ayla Butrim, Magda Malcolm, Grace Moser, Trista Murphy, and Alexis Weist
Student Council members: Kera Edwards, Brendan Mistishin, Khloe Mistishin, Makayla Moser, and Madelyn Vinton

 

 

 

 

Apple Crunch Day celebrated by EverGreen – Robert D. Wilson Elementary !

On October 24, 2018 at EverGreen Elementary and Robert D. Wilson Elementary, students celebrated Apple Crunch Day! The teachers and students used apples to create interesting lessons and delicious snacks. Food service was involved as well, offering apples and apple crisp for the students. It was a fun way to incorporate math and reading skills while encouraging healthy eating habits.

 

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Kindness Club Received Anonymous Donation

 

The Kindness Club at R.D. Wilson received a $100 anonymous donation from a community member. This is the second year that the club received such a donation- and the funds have historically been put to good use. The club develops projects to spread kindness in the school and community. Donated funds have been used for buddy bench supplies, gifts for students, and props for plays/performances.

The current Kindness Club members (Audrey Agnello, Ayla Butrim, Magda Malcolm, Grace Moser, Trista Murphy, and Alexis Weist) have gotten to work right away. Partnering with the Student Council, they will host a special school assembly on November 16th. Funds from their most recent donation will help their wonderful endeavor.

The students would like to thank their mysterious donor once again for helping their visions of kindness come to life.

 

Junior Wildcat Football Players and Cheerleaders Recognition Night -October 19, 2018

The Junior Wildcat Football Players and Cheerleaders will be recognized on Friday, October 19th, 2018 during the Varsity Football game against Dunmore.

Players and Cheerleaders should report to the stadium by 5:50 PM.

Players/Cheerleaders only , dressed in uniform will be admitted to the game free. The football players will be allowed to warm up with the varsity players before the  game, join the team in locker room for Coach Wolff’s pre-game speech, will run through the tunnel with the team!  The cheerleaders will cheer with the varsity cheerleaders! Should be a great night!