Thank you to Sydney Nauman and the FOX43 team for highlighting our CDL license program. Be sure to check out the story on tonight’s news!
#BearcatPride🐾

Our William Penn Senior High School Winter Holiday Concert was a wonderful showcase of our students’ hard work and musical talent! Their performances filled the auditorium with holiday spirit. Thank you to all who attended!
#BearcatPride🐾
#BearcatPride🐾








During the month of November, Ferguson PreK-8’s We Care Food Pantry supported numerous Bearcat families by ensuring they had access to nutritious food and essential resources. Thank you to the Ferguson team for your continued hard work and dedication. Your impact reaches far beyond the school walls.
#BearcatPride🐾
#BearcatPride🐾






We would like to congratulate two of our 1st Grade classrooms of English Learners who were recently recognized statewide by Imagine Learning through the Pennsylvania Imagine Learning Cup competition. This recognition is awarded to classrooms where students demonstrate outstanding progress in English Language Development (ELD) and complete at least 240 minutes of Imagine Learning in a month.
🐾 September Winner: Jackson PreK-8, Ms. Youngblood’s 1st Grade Class, supported by ELD Specialist Christina Highsmith
🐾 October Winner: Hannah Penn PreK-8, Ms. Samantha Fritz’s 1st Grade Class, supported by ELD Specialist Barbie Pabon Reyes
Both EL classrooms were among only three classrooms in Pennsylvania to win for two consecutive months!
🐾 September Winner: Jackson PreK-8, Ms. Youngblood’s 1st Grade Class, supported by ELD Specialist Christina Highsmith
🐾 October Winner: Hannah Penn PreK-8, Ms. Samantha Fritz’s 1st Grade Class, supported by ELD Specialist Barbie Pabon Reyes
Both EL classrooms were among only three classrooms in Pennsylvania to win for two consecutive months!


Our Pre-K team recently hosted a fun and meaningful Early Childhood Family Night focused on building social-emotional skills. Parents learned helpful strategies with First 10, while students enjoyed a dance lesson with Children’s Movement Circus. Families ended the night together with hands-on activity stations that supported SEL growth.
#BearcatPride🐾
#BearcatPride🐾





Our K-8 Winter Holiday Concert was an incredible night of music and holiday cheer! Students filled the stage with festive music, big smiles, and incredible talent—creating a warm and joyful evening for our school community.
We invite you to join us again on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at 7:00 PM in the William Penn Auditorium for the William Penn Senior High School Holiday Concert. Please enter through door 13.
#BearcatPride🐾





Coastal Wilds Mobile Zoo recently visited Ferguson PreK-8 to educate students on various animals from places across the world.
#BearcatPride🐾
#BearcatPride🐾





Davis PreK-8 took center stage at our School Board Committee meeting last evening with a fantastic presentation, showcasing what makes their school special, sharing data, and highlighting student and staff support.
A special moment of the evening was the presentation of the Celebrating Families Award to The Barthelemy Family, who exemplifies what it means to be a dedicated partner in education.
Thank you, Davis, for your commitment to excellence and community!
#BearcatPride🐾
A special moment of the evening was the presentation of the Celebrating Families Award to The Barthelemy Family, who exemplifies what it means to be a dedicated partner in education.
Thank you, Davis, for your commitment to excellence and community!
#BearcatPride🐾


A group of WPSHS students recently engaged in a two-day panel discussion where they offered helpful testing strategies to their peers ahead of the upcoming Keystone exams. From smart study routines to managing stress, our student leaders shared tools to help everyone succeed.
Good luck to our WPSHS Bearcats as they begin Keystone testing tomorrow!
#BearcatPride🐾
Good luck to our WPSHS Bearcats as they begin Keystone testing tomorrow!
#BearcatPride🐾




Bearcat Families: This is a reminder that Wednesday, December 10, 2025, will be an early dismissal for all students. Students will be dismissed at 12:00 PM.



🔥 This Week’s Games are here! Your Bearcats are locked in and ready to compete. Let’s pack the stands, bring the energy, and show our #BearcatPride! 🐾

Devers PreK-8 students brought joy and creativity to the Central Administration Building today for their annual Holiday decorating event! A highlight of the event was a special read-aloud from Dr. Berry-Brown, Superintendent of Schools.
#BearcatPride🐾
#BearcatPride🐾










McKinley PreK-8’s Family Frost Fest was filled with warmth, joy, and holiday spirit! ❄️ Families enjoyed a delicious meal, participated in winter-themed activities and crafts, and received a special gift—free holiday photos to capture the evening.
#BearcatPride🐾
#BearcatPride🐾









It’s not every day you see your district’s Business Manager behind the wheel of a school bus! 🚍 Huge shoutout to Shawn Hain, who went the extra mile and earned his CDL to help transport our students to activities and special events. Dedication looks like this!
#BearcatPride🐾
#BearcatPride🐾

You are invited to attend the York City School District Music Department’s upcoming William Penn Holiday Concert which will be held at William Penn Senior High School. The Holiday Concert will feature Concert Choir, Singers, Symphonic Band, Serenaders Jazz Band, Orchestra, and the String Ensemble. Please enter through door 13. We hope to see you there!



Reprogram York Highlight ✨
The School District of the City of York has recently partnered with Reprogram York to offer Therapeutic Arts Based enrichment programming for our students participating in the Bearcat Opportunities Program.
During a recent session with Kat Rossum, CEO of “Kat Choreography”, our students enjoyed learning the art of Hip-Hop—exploring new moves, building confidence, and expressing themselves through dance. 🎶 Stay tuned for more highlights!
#BearcatPride🐾
The School District of the City of York has recently partnered with Reprogram York to offer Therapeutic Arts Based enrichment programming for our students participating in the Bearcat Opportunities Program.
During a recent session with Kat Rossum, CEO of “Kat Choreography”, our students enjoyed learning the art of Hip-Hop—exploring new moves, building confidence, and expressing themselves through dance. 🎶 Stay tuned for more highlights!
#BearcatPride🐾










Dr. Andrea Berry-Brown, Superintendent of Schools, recently visited Ms. Raab’s Kindergarten class at Hannah Penn PreK-8, where she shared a fun read-aloud and engaged in meaningful moments of connection with our younger Bearcats.
Thank you, Dr. Berry-Brown, for inspiring our students and making their day special!
#BearcatPride🐾
Thank you, Dr. Berry-Brown, for inspiring our students and making their day special!
#BearcatPride🐾


You are invited to attend the York City School District Music Department’s upcoming K-8 Holiday Concert which will be held at William Penn Senior High School. Please enter through door 13. We hope to see you there!
Flyer created by: Bethzali Rivera Ribot, 7th Grade Student at Hannah Penn PreK-8
Flyer created by: Bethzali Rivera Ribot, 7th Grade Student at Hannah Penn PreK-8



📢 Join us on December 10, 2025 for our upcoming Budget "Listen and Learn" Session of the school year! We're asking for your input on the district's wants and needs as we plan our budget for the 2026-2027 school year.
Your voice matters—help shape the future of our schools!
Your voice matters—help shape the future of our schools!



In honor of yesterday being National Special Education Day, we would like to recognize the wonderful work that is taking place across our district. The Office of Special Education offers a variety of services and supports which includes Autistic Support, Emotional Support, Hearing Impaired Support, Speech and Language Support and many more.
Thank you to our teachers and staff who continue to make a difference in the lives of our students and families!
#BearcatPride🐾
Thank you to our teachers and staff who continue to make a difference in the lives of our students and families!
#BearcatPride🐾

