WPS Staff Spotlight Introducing Lauren Akers
Please help us give her a warm welcome to our school and community, we are so lucky to have her!
Please help us give her a warm welcome to our school and community, we are so lucky to have her!

Student of the Month
We are proud to recognize Claire Bader, Alayna Bender, and Alezia Balatero as our Students of the Month for March . They consistently demonstrate outstanding dedication to academics, a positive attitude, and a strong commitment to personal growth.
These students stand out not only for their academic achievements, but also for their kindness, leadership, and willingness to help others. They set a great example for their peers and contribute positively to our school community.
Congratulations, Claire, Alayna and Alezia— keep up the great work!
We are proud to recognize Claire Bader, Alayna Bender, and Alezia Balatero as our Students of the Month for March . They consistently demonstrate outstanding dedication to academics, a positive attitude, and a strong commitment to personal growth.
These students stand out not only for their academic achievements, but also for their kindness, leadership, and willingness to help others. They set a great example for their peers and contribute positively to our school community.
Congratulations, Claire, Alayna and Alezia— keep up the great work!
Message from the Music room regarding the High School Spring concert!

Wishek Public School senior spotlight - Aiden Walth
Congratulations Class of 2026
Congratulations Class of 2026


Congratulations to our AMAZING Gold, Silver, and Bronze Readers! 🎉
Here is a list of the students and the minutes they read!
Preschool:
1st : Monica ~ 374 minutes
2nd : Corbin ~ 355 minutes
3rd : Kairyn ~ 274 minutes
Kindergarten:
1st : Kinzley ~ 544 minutes
2nd : Vivian ~ 395 minutes
3rd : Raelynn ~ 375 minutes
1st Grade:
1st : Ian ~ 336 minutes
2nd : Damien ~ 309 minutes
3rd : Emree ~ 293 minutes
2nd Grade:
1st : Letty ~ 390 minutes
2nd : Emma ~ 376 minutes
3rd : Kali ~ 366 minutes
3rd Grade:
1st : Isabel ~ 1130 minutes
2nd : Cruz ~ 725 minutes
3rd : Morgan ~ 608 minutes
4th Grade:
1st : Connor ~ 722 minutes
2nd : Charlie ~ 644 minutes
3rd : Braxton ~ 450 minutes
5th Grade:
1st : Mason ~ 1131 minutes
2nd : Layne ~ 1005 minutes
3rd : Amarah ~ 860 minutes
6th Grade:
1st : Nora ~ 910 minutes
2nd : Christian ~ 590 minutes
3rd : Landon ~ 550 minutes
Here is a list of the students and the minutes they read!
Preschool:
1st : Monica ~ 374 minutes
2nd : Corbin ~ 355 minutes
3rd : Kairyn ~ 274 minutes
Kindergarten:
1st : Kinzley ~ 544 minutes
2nd : Vivian ~ 395 minutes
3rd : Raelynn ~ 375 minutes
1st Grade:
1st : Ian ~ 336 minutes
2nd : Damien ~ 309 minutes
3rd : Emree ~ 293 minutes
2nd Grade:
1st : Letty ~ 390 minutes
2nd : Emma ~ 376 minutes
3rd : Kali ~ 366 minutes
3rd Grade:
1st : Isabel ~ 1130 minutes
2nd : Cruz ~ 725 minutes
3rd : Morgan ~ 608 minutes
4th Grade:
1st : Connor ~ 722 minutes
2nd : Charlie ~ 644 minutes
3rd : Braxton ~ 450 minutes
5th Grade:
1st : Mason ~ 1131 minutes
2nd : Layne ~ 1005 minutes
3rd : Amarah ~ 860 minutes
6th Grade:
1st : Nora ~ 910 minutes
2nd : Christian ~ 590 minutes
3rd : Landon ~ 550 minutes








The Wishek Speech team attended the Region 6 Tournament in Gackle on Monday April 6th here are the results:
Wishek took 3rd place in the overall sweepstakes.
Ashlyn received 1st place in poetry and 2nd place in dramatic interp, state qualifying in both events.
Kennedy received 7th place in humorous interp and 2nd place and state qualifed in EPR.
Paison took 6th place in poetry and Paison and Nevaeh 4th place in serious duo.
Nevaeh and Emily took 3rd place in humorous duo
Emily took 8th place in humorous interp.
Braelynn took 5th place in poetry and 3rd place in radio
Wishek took 3rd place in the overall sweepstakes.
Ashlyn received 1st place in poetry and 2nd place in dramatic interp, state qualifying in both events.
Kennedy received 7th place in humorous interp and 2nd place and state qualifed in EPR.
Paison took 6th place in poetry and Paison and Nevaeh 4th place in serious duo.
Nevaeh and Emily took 3rd place in humorous duo
Emily took 8th place in humorous interp.
Braelynn took 5th place in poetry and 3rd place in radio

Dear Wishek Community Members,
We are excited to invite you to join the Wishek School Band as we come together to celebrate our graduating class! Whether you’re a former band member, a local musician, or simply someone who loves to play, we would love to have you perform with us for this special occasion.
Event Details:
🎶
Rehearsals: Wednesdays April 15, 22, 29 and May 6, 13 at 6:30 in the school band room
🎓
Graduation Ceremony: Sunday May 17th 1:00pm at the school gymnasium
This is a wonderful opportunity to support our students, share your musical talents, and be part of a memorable event. We will be playing two songs, Pomp and Circumstance, as the graduates enter, and a piece called Wild Blue for the exit processional. All instruments and experience levels are welcome! We will also perform several patriotic songs at the Wishek American Legion Memorial Day Service at the Legion on May 25th.
If you're interested in participating, please contact Julianna Wolff or Janet Wolff so music parts can be properly covered.
We look forward to making beautiful music together!
Sincerely,
Julianna Wolff
Wishek Band Director
We are excited to invite you to join the Wishek School Band as we come together to celebrate our graduating class! Whether you’re a former band member, a local musician, or simply someone who loves to play, we would love to have you perform with us for this special occasion.
Event Details:
🎶
Rehearsals: Wednesdays April 15, 22, 29 and May 6, 13 at 6:30 in the school band room
🎓
Graduation Ceremony: Sunday May 17th 1:00pm at the school gymnasium
This is a wonderful opportunity to support our students, share your musical talents, and be part of a memorable event. We will be playing two songs, Pomp and Circumstance, as the graduates enter, and a piece called Wild Blue for the exit processional. All instruments and experience levels are welcome! We will also perform several patriotic songs at the Wishek American Legion Memorial Day Service at the Legion on May 25th.
If you're interested in participating, please contact Julianna Wolff or Janet Wolff so music parts can be properly covered.
We look forward to making beautiful music together!
Sincerely,
Julianna Wolff
Wishek Band Director

It's that time of year! Mark your calendars for our annual elementary track and field day!

Spring Concert Information below.

🚨 COMMUNITY EVENT – DON’T MISS THIS POWERFUL STORY 🚨
Join us for an unforgettable presentation by
John Thompson
Farm Accident Survivor • Speaker • EMS Advocate
📅 April 1st
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 Wishek High School Gymnasium
Join us for an unforgettable presentation by
John Thompson
Farm Accident Survivor • Speaker • EMS Advocate
📅 April 1st
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 Wishek High School Gymnasium

We are having such success and support; the donut truck is going to be temporarily closed from now until 1:00 pm so they can make the donuts for the elementary students!
Wishek attended the Strausburg Speech meet on March 28th. Ashlyn received 5th place in Dramatic Interp. and 2nd place in Poetry. Camie received 8th place in impromptu and also competed in Humorous Interp.

Sweet Treats Mini Donuts is coming to Wishek to help celebrate Reading Month! Please see information attached for when and where it will be located!

Reminder: Starting April 1st, Wishek Public School will no longer cover the costs of in-town bussing.
Please plan accordingly and contact the school office with any questions.
Please plan accordingly and contact the school office with any questions.
Students who are bringing art to display should come at 5:30pm to set up their art projects.

WPS Senior Spotlight - Kinley Volk
Congratulations to our 2026 Grad!
Congratulations to our 2026 Grad!


Sweet Treats Mini Donuts is coming to Wishek to help celebrate Reading Month! Please see information attached for when and where it will be located!

Wishek Public School families,
Please take a few minutes to complete our parent survey for school improvement. We take your feedback very seriously and are considering ways to improve our school. This survey will also be available on the school's website and Facebook page and will be sent out individually via OPUS.
Please take this opportunity to let your voice be heard!
Please use the link below to complete the survey:
https://eprovesurveys.advanc-ed.org/surveys/#/action/302636/35723
Thank you for your time and support.
Wishek Public School
Please take a few minutes to complete our parent survey for school improvement. We take your feedback very seriously and are considering ways to improve our school. This survey will also be available on the school's website and Facebook page and will be sent out individually via OPUS.
Please take this opportunity to let your voice be heard!
Please use the link below to complete the survey:
https://eprovesurveys.advanc-ed.org/surveys/#/action/302636/35723
Thank you for your time and support.
Wishek Public School
Police Chief Andy Tunheim visited the Sociology class about careers in crime and answered questions about things that have happened in his career! Thank you Andy!

Mark your calendars for our upcoming music dates!

