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Woodrow Wilson Middle School
Announcements
Inclement weather school closure announcements can be found on the homepage of the District's website, www.philasd.org, or by calling 215-400-INFO (4636). Announcements will also be reported to news radio KYW 1060 AM and all major local television newscasts.
Calendar
January 28 and January 29 Mathematics and Reading Predictive Testing February 9, 2010 Home and School Meeting 6pm Parent Academy Ms Carr - Rev Up for PSSA 7pm February 15, 2010 School is Closed President's Day
Meet the Principal
Joel D. Boyd became Principal of Woodrow Wilson Middle School on August 1, 2008. He has previously held positions as a classroom  teacher, school leader, and central office administrator. Most recently, Mr. Boyd served as a Special Assistant to the Superintendent of the Miami-Dade County Public Schools (Miami, FL), the 4th largest school system in the country. He previously served in a similar capacity with the Duval County Public Schools (Jacksonville, FL), a district of more than 125,000 students. In 2006, Mr. Boyd was selected as one of only six educators nationally for a fellowship to complete his doctorate at Harvard University in the renowned Urban Superintendents Program. A native of Delaware, Mr. Boyd holds a Master’s degree in Education Policy and Management from Harvard University, a Master’s degree in School Leadership from Wilmington College, and a Bachelor’s degree in Education from the University of Delaware.
Message From The Principal
We once again welcome the beginning of another school year at Woodrow Wilson Middle School. School will open for all students on Tuesday, September 4, 2010 at 8:11 a.m. promptly. It is our aim that every child arrives on time and every day of the 2009-2010 school year. The administration and staff look forward to providing your children with unique and challenging learning experiences.
The staff and students of Wilson Middle School are working extremely hard to succeed . On average, student attendance has kept steady at 95 percent. Benchmark scores have consistently been above the region and district average.Academically, many intervention programs have been put in place to assist of students with achieving greatness on the Benchmarks, Acuity and PSSA assessments.
Parents can support these efforts by sending your child to school on time every day and also by making sure your child attends Power Hour or Saturday Scholars. Hope you enjoyed a peaceful and joyous break. Sincerely, Joel Boyd Principal
Welcome to Wilson Middle School
Calendar
JUNE June 18 Eighth Grade Graduation June 23 Last day for Students EIGHTH GRADE ACTIVITIES FOR JUNE 2009 Tuesday, June 16: Class T-Shirt Day and graduation rehearsal in the auditorium Wednesday, June 17: Yearbook Signing and graduation rehearsal at Northeast High School Thursday, June 18: Eighth Grade Commencement at Northeast High School 1PM SEVENTH GRADE ACTIVITIES FOR JUNE 2009 Wednesday, June10: Picnic in The Culture Day 8:30 AM- 9:45 AM
Wilson Newspaper
Wilson Newspaper Volume 1 SPECIAL HONOR FOR WILSON STUDENT
Woodrow Wilson 8th grader, Marquis Edwards was announced as an “All American” at a special assembly program in our auditorium on December 8, where the media, guest speakers, and selected classes were waiting for him. Many positive things were said about him by his parents, his football coach, and his advisor, Mrs. Anderson. When asked for comment on Mrs. Anderson’s speech, he replied, “ I loved it. A really touching speech. Almost made me cry.”
On January 4, 2009, Marquis represented Pennsylvania in the “All-American Bowl” in San Antonio, Texas.
-Cali Chesterman
Converse Walks Away With Wilson
The most popular brand of sneaker at Wilson Middle School is Converse. In a survey of more than 500 sixth, seventh and eighth graders, 177students said they preferred Converse. The second highest number of votes went to Nike, with 105. The “Other” category came in third with 89 votes. Fourth place went to Adidas with 72 votes. The fifth place sneaker was DC Shoes with 32 votes. Sixth place was held by Puma with 25 votes. Sadly for Reebok, it came in last place with 6 votes. This is the first of many surveys that you will be seeing in our newspaper. -Einas Hassan& the Wilson News Team
THE END OF A GREAT SOCCER SEASON
It’s all over now--the struggle to win a championship. But even after losing their last game, Coach Glover is still proud of his team. " We were undefeated until the last game,” Coach Glover told The Wilson News We won twelve games and lost one. The one we lost was the most important one of course, but I am still proud of my team because every player contributed to the team. The team won the division championship and we beat Baldi in the first game but, what can I say. In the last game we had an off game and they had a great one."
Coach Glover wants to congratulate all the team members for their hard work . He plans to introduce Indoor Soccer in the spring.
-Luiz Campagnin
School News Update
This year the 8th graders had to choose between two trips, Spirit of Philadelphia and Neshaminy Park. Students voted and the majority picked Neshaminy Park. The trip is schedule on Monday, June 1st 2009! More dances will be planned as the year progresses. 8th grade students were measured for caps and gowns during the month of December. In the 7th grade Girls Matter Club with Ms. Kaisinger started. GMC went to see High School Musical 3 on Nov.7th @ Franklin Mills. Girls Matter Club thanks all Wilson students who supported
Toys 4 Tots by bringing in an unwrapped toy for a girl or boy.
A 7th grade zoo trip is scheduled in May.
The Home & School Association thanks everybody that helped with the Pizza
Fundraising. Kidstuff Coupon Books are still available in Room 116 for $25.00. After the holidays the first ever-Hot Chocolate Fundraiser will be started.
-Samuella Takyi-Buachie
INTERVIEW WITH AN ALL- AMERICAN
Marquis Edwards, the eighth grade honor student and honored athlete sat for an interview for a better sense of his accomplishment and personality.
Wilson News: What exactly is it that you did?
Marquis Edwards: I’m not exactly sure. They must’ve saw me on the field. I ran real good and that must’ve been why they picked me.
WN: Anyone special you want to thank?
ME: My mom, my dad, my mentors and teachers, my coach. Everyone- for making this happen for me.
WN: How do you feel now?
ME: Good. Really happy I got picked.
WN: Besides football, what other sports do you play?
ME: Basketball and just a little soccer.
WN: What do you do in your leisure time?
ME: Work out. Watch TV. Eat.
WN: Any advice for the students?
ME: Work hard, stay focused. Hopefully you could be in my position one day.
The game will be shown on NBC10 on January 4, 2009. For more information and a video clip about Marquis, go to the website below. http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/Student-Athlete_On_His_Way_to_All-Star_Game_Philadelphia.html
NEW PRINCIPAL TELLS ALL
The Wilson News caught up with our fast-moving new Principal, Mr. Boyd, for this exclusive interview:
Wilson News: In your opinion, what do you think is the best thing about Wilson?
Mr. Boyd: The students. The teachers. All the people that make Wilson a great place.
WN: What do you think the worst thing about Wilson is?
MrB: I don’t think we have a worst thing about Wilson.
WN: You don’t think we have a problem here?
MrB: I don’t think we have a problem here. Everyone and everything is great.
WN: What do you have to offer the students of Wilson?
MrB: Quality education. We’re going to put you on the path to college.
WN: In what way can you relate to the students?
MrB: I like to learn a do my best every day.
WN: Are you married?
MrB: Yes I am.
WN: Do you have children?
MrB: No I do not.
WN: If you had children, would you treat the students the same way as you do them?
MrB: Absolutely. Yes.
WN: Did you have any previous jobs?
MrB: Yes. I’ve worked with several other school districts and several other schools.
WN: What is your favorite color?
MrB: Black. And gray and gold because they are the colors of Wilson Middle School.
WN: Tell us something about yourself that nobody else knows.
MrB: I own a dog. I used to live in Miami.
-Xin Wu and Tiffany Chen, with Cali Chesterman
STUDENT GOVERNMENT HOLDS ASSEMBLY, ELECTIONS
The student government, under the direction of Mrs. Beasley, had an assembly for candidates to speak directly to Wilson Students. The candidates for office were:
for President: Asia Carter, Jasmine Salhani, Celina Santiago and Maryana Zakharkiv
for Vice President: Mary Thorpe ran unopposed
for Secretary: Tania Clark and Pavel Marchuk
for Treasurer: Khalisha Davis, Kevin Delisme, Sullena Staton and Tina Zhang
Mr. Fumo and the Wilson Band also entertained the students with holiday a program of holiday selections.
An election was held on Friday, December 19th.
ELECTED WILSON STUDENT GOVERNMENT PRESIDENT
The results of this year’s student government election are in and Celina Santiago is the new Wilson Student Government President.
Mary Thorpe, who ran unopposed, will beVice President is.
Tania Clark won the election for Secretary and Sullena Staton
is our new Treasurer.
Among their other duties, our new President and Vice President are introducing Wilson’s morning announcements.
OBAMA’S INAUGURATION LIVE AT WILSON
Wilson Middle school will broadcast the Presidential inauguration live via Channel One TVs on January 20th, starting at 10:00am. Teachers in classrooms without TVs should see their Assistant Principal.
ADVICE BY AUBREY
Have you ever had some trouble and needed help but you couldn't find anyone to talk to? Well now you can! In upcoming issues of the Wilson News we will be hosting an advice column, Advice by Aubrey. Write a letter and give it to your advisor in a sealed envelope and they will send it to Mr.Schwartz.
For privacy reasons we advise you not to use your real name. Your letter will be anonymous.
Due to limited space we can only publish a few letters sent in to us. However, your problem might be the next one that Aubrey answers.
IB CLASS BEGINS PROJECT
Mrs. Eiler and section 808 are working on a service learning project which focuses on the effects of Teen Pregnancy. To give the Wilson population a better look at what they are doing, we stopped Ms. Eiler and asked her a few questions on the topic.
Wilson News: What goal is it that 808 and yourself are working on?
Mrs. Eiler: Our main focus is on the effects of becoming pregnant as a teen. We want to change the minds and attitudes of teens, to show that having a child is not what the media makes it to be. A baby isn’t just “cute”, it’s a huge responsibility that will effect both of your lives and of those around you. We’re revealing the reality of the situation to the public eye.
WN: How was this topic chosen?
Mrs. E: First, some students, as part of a homework assignment, selected a topic in they felt strongly about. We had about eight topics that needed to be addressed, which they voted on. Teen Pregnancy had the majority vote.
WN: What do you think about 808’s topic choice?
Mrs. E: They were brave to choose this topic. It is something that definitely needs to be addressed.
WN: Have you planned anything special for 808?
Mrs. E: Yes. We are having two guest speakers come and tell us about what effects Teen Pregnancy has had on their lives. One speaker is a Maternity Ward nurse and the other is a Teen Parent.
WN: What role are you playing in helping with this project?
Mrs. E: I am supplying the support and feedback. The rest lies in the hands of 808
WN: How publicly are you planning on addressing the issue of Teen Pregancy?
Mrs. E: It really depends on how far 808 can take it. If we change one life, one mind, then our job has been done. We change more and we have a definite accomplishment.
WN: How do you think 808 is progressing so far?
Mrs. E: Okay. Things will move more quickly once our guest speakers come in.
Mrs. Eiler said to listen in the near future for PA announcements and upcoming assemblies (which currently have no designated date).
-Cali Chesterman and Samuella Takyi-Bauchi
WILSON STATISTICS
Where are you from? Were you born here in the U.S.A.? If you weren't, don't worry because you're not alone. Out of the 1,140 kids enrolled in Wilson, 386 are immigrants. These 386 kids represent 33 countries and speak 33 different languages besides English.
Also, speaking of numbers, of the 1,140 students enrolled in Wilson 572 are girls, which means 568 are boys. Not many schools have such close numbers.
Luiz Campagnin and Gustavo Amaral
THE WILSON NEWS
PUBISHER: Mr. Schwartz
EDITOR: Cali Chesterman
REPORTERS: Luiz Campagnin, Ruben Agosto, Samuella Takyi Buachie, Einas Hassan, Susan Mei, Xinxin Wu, Tiffany Chen, Cali Chasterman, Lauren Wolfe
Gustavo Amaral, Alex Marulanda
PRINCIPAL: Mr. Boyd
Marquis Edwards
SPECIAL HONOR FOR WILSON STUDENT Woodrow Wilson 8th grader, Marquis Edwards was announced as an “All American” at a special assembly program in our auditorium on December 8, where the media, guest speakers, and selected classes were waiting for him. Many positive things were said about him by his parents, his football coach, and his advisor, Mrs. Anderson. When asked for comment on Mrs. Anderson’s speech, he replied, “ I loved it. A really touching speech. Almost made me cry.” On January 4, 2009, Marquis represented Pennsylvania in the “All-American Bowl” in San Antonio, Texas.
Message from the Principal
We have once again come to the end of another school year at Woodrow Wilson Middle School. With your support and our Home and School's support we had many successful events.
We are glad you are visiting us in cyberspace. Please visit this page for information on our recommended Summer Reading and classroom supply list. We look forward to seeing you in September. Please enjoy a restful and relaxing summer. SUMMER READING LIST Grade 6
The Watsons go to Birmingham
By Christopher Curtis
Esperanza Rising
By Pam Munoz Ryan
When is a Planet Not a Planet? The Story of Pluto
By Elaine Scott
American Revolution
By Mary Osborne
Grade 7
Hatchet
By Gary Paulsen
The Color of My World
By Joseph Lynn
Satchel Paige: Striking Out Jim Crow
By James Strum
The People Could Fly
By Virginia Hamilton
Grade 8 The House of Dies Drear
By Virginia Hamilton
A Single Shard
By Linda Sue Park
Lakota Woman
By Mary Brave Bird
Death Be Not Proud
By John J Gunther
The African American and Latino Scholars Program
The African American and Latino Scholars Program is an academic support program designed to accelerate the learning of students who demonstrate potential for advanced placement course work. The program consists of one-on-one and group mentoring (before and after school), academic tutoring and remediation, and enrichment activities. With a 15:1 student to teacher ratio, this program will thoroughly prepare and support African American and Latino students for enrollment in academically advanced classes such as the International Baccalaureate Program at Wilson and Advanced Placement courses in high schools throughout the city of Philadelphia.
The African American and Latino Scholars Program
The African American and Latino Scholars Program
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