School Board Recognition Month
It's School Board Recognition Month! Wiss Nation proudly thanks our School Board members for their unwavering dedication to our school community. Their leadership, guidance, and service play a vital role in ensuring the success and well-being of our students and staff. We appreciate the many hours they devote to making our district stronger.
District Artist of the Month: Leah Richard
Congratulations to our District Artist of the Month, Leah Richard, a talented 5th grader from Lower Gwynedd! Leah is pictured with her artwork alongside her art teachers, Ms. Soto and Ms. Drury. Her piece was created as part of the Cactuses and Succulents in Pueblo–Inspired Pots project, where students explored artistic techniques and cultural traditions. We are so proud of Leah and all of our student artists for their creativity, learning, and thoughtful connections between art and culture!
Kindergarten Registration Begins January 2026
Registration for incoming kindergarteners for the 2026-2027 school year begins in January! Children who will be age 5 on or before September 1, 2026, are eligible to enter kindergarten. Visit our Registration webpage for important information and dates, including our Kindergarten Overview Meetings on January 21.
WHS Ranked Among Best High Schools
Wissahickon High School is proud to be ranked among the top 4% of high schools in the nation and among the best in the state by U.S. News & World Report in 2025! WHS placed in the top 4% nationwide, 3rd highest in Montgomery County, and 21st in Pennsylvania (or 17th when excluding special admission schools).
Check out What I Learned: Annual Report to the Community
We invite the community to explore our 2024-2025 Annual Report to the Community which spotlights students across the district sharing what they learned via quotes and videos.Through their own words, you’ll see how education isn’t just about memorizing facts—it’s about exploring new ideas, asking big questions, and finding inspiration in unexpected places.
WSD Schools Designated No Place for Hate
All six Wissahickon School District schools have once again been officially designated as No Place for Hate Schools for the 2024-2025 school year! This incredible achievement reflects the unwavering commitment of our building leaders, students, and staff to fostering inclusive and welcoming environments.
Two New Episodes: Leading with Dignity Podcast
NOW PLAYING! Two new episodes of Leading with Dignity: Casual Conversations with Dr. Dawan! In each episode, Dr. Mwenyewe Dawan, Assistant Superintendent, connects with our district leaders to showcase their personalities, passions, and stories behind their roles! We hope that you'll find a deeper understanding and appreciation of the remarkable work our leaders undertake every day.
Why I Work at Wiss Nation
One of the reasons why Wissahickon is a leader in education is because we value the importance of relationships. Click below to watch the video and hear why new and long-term staff members enjoy working at Wissahickon.
Lower Gwynedd Pride
Our school is proud to serve more than 620 students in grades K-5 with a strong sense of community, a rich curricular program, an inspiring learning atmosphere, and a commitment to character.
Wiss SELebrates: Belongingness
Each month, our schools incorporate lessons and activities that support social emotional learning (SEL) skills -- self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills and responsible decision making.
Food Service Resources
Check out our Food Service resources, including how to view menus, choose healthy breakfast and lunch options, pay for school meals and download the Nutrislice app. There is a wide variety of healthy selections every day!
News & Events
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Our Vision
Wiss Nation is a learning community where all students and staff feel a sense of belonging and are inspired to engage and excel to their fullest potential.
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Belonging
We strive to promote a culture of BELONGING through our policies, practices and programs.
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Home & School Association
The Home & School Association (HSA) provides fun and educational opportunities for students and families.
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Stay Connected
We use multiple methods to communicate important information to our community.
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Social Emotional Learning
Social emotional learning (SEL) helps students form positive relationships and work collaboratively!
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Wiss Well-Being
WSD embraces the importance of well-being for our students, families and staff!