Congratulations to our District Artists of the Month
Congratulations to our Student Artists of the Month, selected by the WHS art teachers in each discipline.
- Graphic Design (Ms. McLaughlin): Xavier Basketbill
- Art Lower - 1 & 2 (Ms. Channick): Danielle Flannery
- Art Upper - 3, 4, AP (Mr. Williams): Emma Reily
- Ceramics (Dr. Williamson): Sarang Park
- Photography (Ms. LeClaire): Andrew Tran
Class of 2025 Celebrations & Information
Seniors: Looking for information about class events and celebrations? Visit the Seniors webpage for news and information.
Junior and Senior Proms
It's almost time to get glammed up and hit the dance floor with friends at the junior and senior proms. Check out the details under the Student Life tab.
Juniors Learn Money Management at Financial Reality Fair
What expenses surprised our juniors the most at the WHS Financial Reality Fair? "Haircuts! Food! Pet care! I barely had enough money to pay for everything! I’m broke!" These were some insights shared by students who participated in the Fair sponsored by Trumark Financial Credit Union. Every junior was assigned a job and a salary, then worked with the support of 40 volunteers to develop a monthly budget covering necessary expenses such as housing, utilities, transportation, clothing, and food - and other costs like entertainment.
Celebrating National Autism Acceptance Month
During the month of April, Wiss Nation celebrates difference and promotes acceptance of Autism as a natural condition in the human experience.
A Round of Applause for Our WHS Students in Into the Woods!
Kudos to our WHS students on their incredible production of Into the Woods performed March 6-8. The hard work and effort put in by the cast and crew made it an incredibly entertaining show for crowds of students, staff, families, and community members!
Register Now for Camp for Success: 8th-11th Graders
Attention 8th-11th grade families! Registration for the Camp for Success Boot Camp is open now through April 18th. Courses include Common Application for incoming seniors, SAT preparation and Pre-Teaching and Re-Teaching.
WHS Makes Region's Largest "Bird Call"
Wiss Proud! Eagles Proud! WHS made the largest “Bird Call” in the region! All 1,500 students called the Eagles to leave a phone message cheering the Birds on to victory. Accompanied by the band, the whole school sang the Eagles fight song! Also featured are 6th graders at WMS singing "Fly, Eagles, Fly!
Who Do I Contact?
Wondering who to contact at your child's school? Confused about who the right person is to address a specific question or concern? Check out our helpful WHS Contact Sheet and our Questions/Concerns Guidelines.
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.
WHS Designated No Place for Hate
WHS 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.
WHS Ranked Among Best High Schools
In 2024, Wissahickon High School was ranked among the top 4% of high schools in the nation and among the best in the state by U.S. News and World Report. WHS was ranked 687 out of 18,000 high schools in the nation, 16th highest in Pennsylvania and 3rd highest in Montgomery County!
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.
WHS Pride
We are proud to serve more than 1,350 students in grades 9 to 12. WHS is consistently ranked one of the best high schools in Pennsylvania by U.S. News & World Report and was selected for a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence by the U.S. Department of Education in 2017.
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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Get Involved! Extracurricular Clubs
WHS is proud to sponsor more than 50 diverse clubs, activities and programs.
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Trojan Athletics
Join one of our 48 sports clubs or teams - Girls, Boys, Varsity, JV and 9th grade.
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Home & School Association
The Home & School Association (HSA) organizes fun activities for students and staff.
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Wiss Well-Being
WSD embraces the importance of well-being for our students, families and staff!