Category Archives: General Announcements

Wissahickon High School’s 15th Annual Family Awareness Night-Tuesday, April 12, 2011  Guests can choose up to 2 additional break-out presentations following Session One’s keynote presentation in the auditorium Session One:  Dr. Michael Fowlin’s “I’m NOT the Enemy” at 6:45 p.m. … Continue reading →

The WEOF Board extends its sincere appreciation to the community for its support of Monte Carlo Magic.  Guests numbering close to 200 attended the annual fundraiser.  The event raised $17,000+.  Dinner, music and lively casino style action made for an … Continue reading →

At the January 18 meeting, the WEOF Board voted unanimously to support the purchase of a concert piano.  The program request was made by John Conahan, Director of Choral & Musical Theatre Activities, WHS.  When informed of the results, Mr. Conahan … Continue reading →

On December 22nd, Dr. Fowlin gave an educational and entertaining presentation to all third, fourth and fifth grade students in the district.  The topics addressed were bullying, diversity and tolerance.  “I learned that it does not matter what you look … Continue reading →

Co-presidents Sherri Becker and Nancy O’Meara  are pleased to announce and welcome six new members to the board of the Wissahickon Educational Opportunities Foundation.  They are Christina DeMatteo, Karen Donofrio, Mishell Spiglemyer, Patricia Latimer and Jill Moynihan. WEOF is also pleased to announce … Continue reading →

Wiss Pals provides a setting for students of different abilities to interact and develop their social skills.  Ms. Emily Baird, Special Education teacher at WMS states,  “Wiss Pals has provided the opportunity for socialization with positive peer relationships which has … Continue reading →

Ms. Lisa Ruff, librarian at Blue Bell, received a grant from WEOF for this high-tech piece of equipment   A digital presenter enables this librarian to share books and student work interactively.  Group learning, such as reading aloud and editing prose, … Continue reading →

How is a rock climbing wall used for instruction?  The creative teachers at Mattison have used it to motivate, inspire and teach academics and physical education.  Second and third grade students climb across the wall, collecting and counting magnetic money … Continue reading →