Last week, 12 JSHS students attended Penn State Berks’ Latino Forum, where Hispanic leaders and advisors shared insights and encouraged higher education. A 14-year Hispanic Heritage Month tradition, the forum inspires students to envision possibilities and pursue their futures!

This outstanding discovery table supported our students at WHEC throughout their Pennsylvania unit providing maps and puzzles to books and interactive materials. Thank-you to the Berks County Communitity Fondation for providing grant funding for this learning experience!

The Berks Business Education Coalition honored Senior Sarah Kauffman for her work at Valley Mist Farm last year. She’s growing her animal-care skills at Conrad Weiser Animal Hospital this year. Congratulations, Sarah! 🎉 #spartansatwork

WHEC first grade students celebrated Johnny Appleseed's birthday this fall with a day full of fun apple activities! From examining apples under a microscope to painting with apples, students got to explore, create and learn!

We're thrilled to welcome Richard Aulenbach as our latest featured intern! At RPA Engineering, he analyzes LinkedIn metrics, performs market research, and assists the marketing team with data entry. Keep up the excellent work, Richard! #spartansatwork

Mrs. Krim’s math students tackled the Marshmallow Tower Challenge. In teams they planned and built towers to reach maximum height and stand 15 seconds. They used math—shapes, measurement, timing—and practiced teamwork, communication, critical thinking skills!

From the classroom to the sidewalk! Honors & AP Macroeconomics students put their knowledge into practice by creating sidewalk chalk Production Possibilities Curves during a review with Mr. Hughes!

Senior Lyla Hayley is interning at Cho Plastic Surgery. Lyla helps by cleaning, sanitizing, and preparing exam rooms for patients. She also observes surgical procedures. She's excited to learn more about the skin, skin conditions, and treatment options. Best of luck, Lyla!

Our Model UN club hosted its annual student-led regional training, welcoming high school students from Berks and Montgomery counties. Participants explored UN history, learned Model UN procedures, and put their skills into practice during a mock conference.

WHEC hosted their "PJs for Patients" fundraiser to benefit Four Diamonds through Wyomissing Area's Mini-THON and raised $765.41 as a building. Students gave $1 to wear pajamas to school, and staff donated to wear jeans for the day. A cozy, comfy day for a wonderful cause!

Meet our next Featured Intern, Jayden Alba. Jayden works with SIR Physical Therapy, where he helps by sanitizing exam tables, doing laundry and observing physical therapists working with patients. He is excited to learn more about how the human body heals. Well done, Jayden!

Students in grades 9-12 had the opportunity to participate in Student Voice Day, a day dedicated to empowering students and making sure their voices are heard! Students shared their perspectives, and discussed ways we can continue building a positive, successful school community!

We're introducing the students behind WASD's social media — Melina Chen, Aniyaih Cruz, and Zoe Lecher. They'll work with Ms. Tierney to spotlight events, student success, and extracurriculars during 26-27. #spartansatwork

Inspired by the colorful, playful work of artist Jenn Stark, students in grades 1-4 worked together with Mrs. Heist-Albright to create this ocean-themed collaborative artwork. Each student painted a drip line using cool colors to capture the feeling of the underwater world.

Wyomissing Area Junior-Senior High School has earned recognition among Pennsylvania’s top public high schools, ranking 79th statewide and second in Berks County in the 2026-27 U.S. News & World Report rankings. Read more (subscription required): readingeagle.com/2026/09/21/…

Students explored the wide range of extracurricular activities available at this year's Club Fair. From performing arts groups to academic, service, and interest-based clubs, students found new ways to get involved and connect with the school community all year.

Congratulations to our Senior High Student Council officers for the upcoming school year: Karla Aguay, Kalia Schippers, Ellie Devine, and Siena Carlino. These officers will help to support Student Council's pillars of service, camaraderie, leadership, and culture.

Join our team at WASD! View our open positions and apply here: applitrack.com/wyoarea/onlin…

Congratulations to our Mini-THON committee on a successful Color Run this past weekend! This outstanding community event raised over $3000 for Wyomissing Area Mini-THON and Four Diamonds, and was a fantastic way to start our year. #FTK