Wissahickon Sustainability Council

Wissahickon Sustainability Council Started as the "green committee" of the Cook-Wissahickon HSA, we are now a 501c3 made up of parents, teachers and neighbors, working to green the school.

Formerly the Green Committee at Cook Wissahickon School.

We are so grateful for our annual volunteers from both Jefferson University and Villanova University! 4 years in a row b...
09/23/2025

We are so grateful for our annual volunteers from both Jefferson University and Villanova University! 4 years in a row both schools have sent student volunteers for much needed support to keep our meadows and grounds looking great!

The main play yard painting is done and 18 new trees were planted, all within the last 6 weeks! What a great collaborati...
10/07/2024

The main play yard painting is done and 18 new trees were planted, all within the last 6 weeks! What a great collaboration between school staff, parents and some local volunteers to make this happen! There’s more cool projects we’re working on so reach out to [email protected] to learn how to get involved!

It's been a big week for us! Thank you for the volunteers who came out to help paint the school yard (earlier this week...
09/08/2024

It's been a big week for us! Thank you for the volunteers who came out to help paint the school yard (earlier this week) and to Villanova University's Filipino American Society for helping us to clear weeds and plant new trees (yesterday)! The transformation of this space over the last couple of years--including this week--has been nothing short of amazing!

08/20/2024

V is Volunteer. There are lots of groups in the neighborhood that could use your help. We'll tag a few. Please add more! Friends of Boone Park, Andorra Branch - Free Library of Philadelphia, Friends of the Roxborough Library, Friends of Andorra Library, Friends of Gorgas Park, Friends of the Wissahickon, Friends of the Manayunk Canal, Friends Of Cook-Wissahickon Elementary, Wissahickon Sustainability Council, Roxborough High School, The Roxborough/Manayunk Conservancy, Friends of The Upper Roxborough Reservoir Preserve, W.B. Saul Home & School Association, Shawmont Home & School Association

08/18/2024

It's that time again! Drop off school supplies for The Academies @ Roxborough High School at either Unity Java or Unity Taqueria! They'll make sure they get to the right place!

07/19/2024

📚✏️ Get ready for the new school year at the Back-to-School Community Resource Fair! Join us on August 2nd from 1pm to 4pm at Northern Children's Services (Back Lot) for free giveaways, valuable information, and a chance to connect with local organizations. Don't miss out!

The Back-to-School Community Resource Fair is event that aims to empower local families and children as they prepare for the new academic year. It provides a platform for organizations like yours to connect with the community, share valuable information, and offer free giveaways to our visitors.

Event Details:
Date: August 2, 2024
Time: 1 pm to 4 pm
Venue: Northern Children’s Services (Back Lot)
Address: 5301 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19128

A Memorial Day work day to fix the bioswale border (adding seats) and install a new low fence to protect the recent plan...
05/28/2024

A Memorial Day work day to fix the bioswale border (adding seats) and install a new low fence to protect the recent plantings in the “edge meadow” zones.

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201 E. Salaignac Street
Philadelphia, PA
19128

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+12154003430

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In 2008, a group of parents, staff, students, and community members, formed the “Green Committee” as part of Cook’s Home and School Association, seeking to undertake a greening initiative in the school. In 2009 we became a 501(c)(3) non-profit and changed our name to The Wissahickon Sustainability Council. We work to:

· support class trips/guest speakers

· cultivate resources that enhance sustainability and sustainability education

· beautify the school grounds through regular cleanups and service days