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Woodrow Wilson Middle School Middle |
Principal 1800 Cottman Ave.
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We are C4 Champions. We are cooperative. We are compassionate. We are courteous. We are creative.
We are champions!
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Woodrow Wilson Middle SchoolWOODROW WILSON MIDDLE SCHOOL BECOMES A INTERNATIONAL BACCALUARETE WORLD SCHOOL
The International Baccalaureate® (IB) was founded in Geneva, Switzerland in 1968 as a non-profit educational foundation. A group of talented, forward-thinking teachers at the International School of Geneva, with assistance from several other international schools, created the IB Diploma Programme. What started life as a single programme for internationally mobile students preparing for university, has today grown into three programmes for students aged 3 to 19.
The programme in the early days consisted of a common pre-university curriculum and a common set of external examinations for students in schools throughout the world, seeking to provide students with a truly international education. Although the first IB schools were predominantly private international schools, they included a very small number of private national institutions and schools belonging to state education departments. This has changed over the years and today over half of all IB World Schools (authorized to offer one or more of our programmes) are state schools. Although the first IB schools were predominantly private international schools, today over half of all IB World Schools are state schools. Carrying forward the ideals and dreams of the IB founders, the organization exists to provide high quality education for a better world, as expressed in our mission statement.
Please contact Ms Anita Romano, IB Coordinator for more information at aperonace@philasd.org
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR BROAD STREET RUNNERS !!!!!!
IMPORTANT DATES School begins promptly at 8:11 a.m. MAY2-3-4 REPORT CARDS EARLY DISMISSAL 4 Dress Down Day $2.00 per student 9 IB TRIP 11 IB APPLICATIONS FOR 2012-2013 DUE 28 SCHOOL CLOSED
Welcome Dear Parents, Guardians, Students and Staff,
It is a privilege to be named your new principal. WILSON is a special place! We are fortunate to have various backgrounds of race, gender and heritage attending our school. Wilson maintains a long history of academic success for its children due to a dedicated staff, our community stakeholders and a close relationship with families of the children we serve. As educators and parents our challenge is to help all students view school as an unlimited opportunity for achievement. Together, we can enable our children to reach for and to attain success.
As a parent of an eighteen year old daughter and a twenty-two year old son, I understand the stress of being a parent. My commitment to you as a parent is to work as partners in educating your child. With your help we will create new and varied experiences for our students. As parents you are your child's first and most important teacher. We are dedicated to student success and hope that you will take every opportunity to become part of your child's education and an active member of our Wilson family.
Students, plan now to make a difference in our school. Study to the best of your ability and prepare yourselves wisely for your future. Think about your career goals and remain focused on them, as you further understand the importance of your education. A student’s role in education is to be active participants rather than passive. It is also very important to read ahead of your teacher and participate in class activities.
I look forward to helping the Wilson staff grow professionally as we work together to serve our children. I am committed to a shared and collegial leadership in our school, where all grow professionally and learn to view themselves as a member of a team working toward the same goal: a better school"
In closing, my door is always open to all and I hope that you stop by even for a quick hello. Should you have any questions or concerns you can reach me any time at sressler@philasd.org or by phone at 215.728.5015.
With warmest regards,
Stefanie Ressler Back To School NightBack To School Night September 22, 2011
Students interview Ms. Hunter in the IMC, Instructional Materials Center. Ms. Hunter is the librarian and the Teacher Technology Leader.
First In Math
FIRST IN MATH complements any curriculum, in any learning environment. Studies show that use of the program for minutes a day—in the classroom or at home—can increase math success. The more children use it, the more their skills improve. There is no software to install, games play on a PC or Mac, and new modules and updates are automatically available. The site offers broad content, with an open-ended, self-pacing design that is great for differentiated instruction. Implementation is scalable; employ First In Math in one grade or an entire district with equal ease, and no extra load on teachers. The program includes a “competition” component, which offers sustained, positive motivation. As students play, they earn award “stickers” that accrue to their personal and classroom score.
THE TOP TEAM IN THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA IS Miss Romano Grade 7 Section 722 ! Congratulations on ALL your hard work !! The team also ranked 16 in the nation!! The second place TEACHER in the Nation is Ms Mach !!!Miss Romano also placed in the top 30 teachers in the nation !!
Scribbs Spelling BeeScripps spelling bee puts one Wilson student’s talents to the test The Philadelphia Tribune hosted its 17th annual Scripps Regional Spelling Bee Saturday, March 12 at the High School of the Future. One of the contestants was 7th Grader Mindy Wang (722) The Philadelphia Tribune states that more than 156 fifth- through eighth-grade students from Philadelphia public, private, parochial, charter and home schools participated in this year’s bee which sent the ultimate winner to the National Scripps bee in Washington, D.C. “Anything that we can do to have a positive impact on education is something the Tribune wants to be involved in,” said Robert W. Bogle, president and CEO of the Philadelphia Tribune, who noted the bee’s significance. Mindy was among many students who competed at the school level. This was a great honor to proceed from Wilson to the Regional level. Her Literacy teacher, Mrs. Irene Levin and Wilson’s last year finalist, Rachel Butchner and her father joined Mindy and her father for this years competition. Mindy spelled many difficult words correctly until she was stumped by the word peccadillo. Mindy was the eighth remaining contestant. Congratulations to Mindy on all her hard work. To read more about the event click below.
National History Day 2012
What Is National History Day
Each year, thousands of middle and high school students and teachers across the United States participate in National History Day, a year-long educational program that culminates in a national contest every June. Students compete in a local contest. The winners move on to a state competition. Those winners move on to the national competition in Washington. Along the way, every participant gains first-hand experience conducting historical research and producing a documentary, exhibit, essay, performance, or website. Group website The web site category is the most interactive of all NHD categories. Therefore, a web site should reflect ability to use web site design software and computer technology to communicate the topic's significance in history. The historical quality, analysis, and interpretation of the topic must be clear and evident to the viewer through the content and navigational structure of the site.
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Mrs. Ressler, the principal, met and greeted all the parents and students for Back To School Night. These students are members of the Class of 2012 ! 
