BBE Celebrates Grand Opening of New Addition
At a ribbon cutting ceremony on January 7, Blue Bell Elementary celebrated the completion of the new cafetorium, classrooms, bus loop and parking areas. Students, families, staff, School Board, and community members attended the grand opening celebration, followed by a tour of the new area, and the first band and choral concert held in the cafetorium.
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.
Episode #3: Dr. Jason Bialka, Principal of Shady Grove Elementary
Save the Date for a Special Presentation: Parenting in a Digital Age
Join us for a special Parent Presentation - Parenting in a Digital Age - with Robert Hackenson Jr. of Dynamic Influence to learn more about the impact of technology and social media on our children and how to help protect and support them with developing a healthy and positive online experience. There will be two sessions - January 22 and 23 - for different age groups.
WHS and BBE Pen Pals Connect
Mrs. Reckeweg’s 9th grade students and Mrs. Neft’s 4th grade students are making connections! The students have been writing letters to each other as part of a Pen Pal Program started last year. In December and May, the students get to visit each other's school. Check out the high school class visiting BBE. You can see the great bond between them!
Kindergarten Registration Begins January 2025
Registration for incoming kindergarteners for the 2025-2026 school year begins in January! Children who will be age 5 on or before September 1, 2025, are eligible to enter kindergarten. Visit our Registration webpage for important information and dates, including our Kindergarten Overview Meetings on January 21.
Winter Concert Showcases: Such a Delight!
We are so proud of our talented singers at Blue Bell who do such an exceptional job with their winter showcases. Students prepare for these shows in music class with Mrs. Swillo and perform for our families. So much fun!
District Artist of the Month: Natalie Kao
Congratulations to WMS 8th grader Natalie Kao, our District Artist of the Month. Natalie created a mixed media collage focused on value shading techniques. Her collage featured four different mediums, including repurposed dictionary pages. Natalie loves to draw at home, and she likes art because, she said, "it's very calming." Principal Bauer and Art Teachers Emily Shaffer and Caroline Bates congratulated Natalie on her phenomenal work!
BBE Construction Updates
The Blue Bell construction project, which began June 2023, will provide us with much needed classroom space, a new multi-purpose room and updated facilities to accommodate our growing enrollment.
Blue Bell Designated as No Place for Hate
Blue Bell Elementary is proud to be designated No Place for Hate. During the 2024-2025 school year, administrators, students, staff, and families will play a key role in actualizing the district’s No Place for Hate goals, plans and activities.
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.
Blue Bell Pride
We are proud to serve more than 530 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.
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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BBE Construction Updates
View updates on the Blue Bell Elementary construction project.
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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!