We are excited to continue our social media series titled William Penn Senior Spotlights. For the remainder of the school year, we will be highlighting the Class of 2026 and their plans for their future. Please be sure to check back in with our social media pages to see which Senior will have the spotlight.

Today we highlight Verany Vianca Mateo Cedano! 🎓

#BearcatPride🐾
about 11 hours ago, The School District of the City of York
William Penn Senior High School spotlight on Senior Verany Vianca Mateo Cedano, aspiring for a real estate license. Quotes teacher Ms. Wilson as an inspiration, noting her influence on exploration and confidence. Features a circular photo of Verany and the William Penn Senior High School logo.
William Penn Senior High School spotlight on Senior Verany Vianca Mateo Cedano, aspiring for a real estate license. Quotes teacher Ms. Wilson as an inspiration, noting her influence on exploration and confidence. Features a circular photo of Verany and the William Penn Senior High School logo.
William Penn Senior High School spotlight on Senior Verany Vianca Mateo Cedano, aspiring for a real estate license. Quotes teacher Ms. Wilson as an inspiration, noting her influence on exploration and confidence. Features a circular photo of Verany and the William Penn Senior High School logo.
8th grade Bearcats, it's time to LEVEL 🆙 Please see the details below for more information.

A permission slip was recently sent home with your student. Don’t forget to sign and return!

Parents and Guardians can RSVP using the following link: https://bit.ly/LevelUpParentRSVP

#BearcatPride🐾
about 13 hours ago, The School District of the City of York
Class of 2030 Level Up Day event graphic. William Penn SHS invites rising 9th graders. Dates: May 21-22, 10AM-12PM. Hashtag: #BearcatPride.
Class of 2030 Level Up Day event graphic. William Penn SHS invites rising 9th graders. Dates: May 21-22, 10AM-12PM. Hashtag: #BearcatPride.
Class of 2030 Level Up Day event graphic. William Penn SHS invites rising 9th graders. Dates: May 21-22, 10AM-12PM. Hashtag: #BearcatPride.
Our district recently hosted its annual Academic All-Star Baseball Game, where several of our Bearcat families and staff came out to celebrate student achievement and enjoy an evening of fun and #BearcatPride!🐾
about 14 hours ago, The School District of the City of York
The School District of the City of York district families and staff recently enjoyed an evening of fun at the annual Academic All-Stars Baseball Game.
The School District of the City of York district families and staff recently enjoyed an evening of fun at the annual Academic All-Stars Baseball Game.
The School District of the City of York district families and staff recently enjoyed an evening of fun at the annual Academic All-Stars Baseball Game.
The School District of the City of York district families and staff recently enjoyed an evening of fun at the annual Academic All-Stars Baseball Game.
The School District of the City of York district families and staff recently enjoyed an evening of fun at the annual Academic All-Stars Baseball Game.
The School District of the City of York district families and staff recently enjoyed an evening of fun at the annual Academic All-Stars Baseball Game.
The School District of the City of York district families and staff recently enjoyed an evening of fun at the annual Academic All-Stars Baseball Game.
The School District of the City of York district families and staff recently enjoyed an evening of fun at the annual Academic All-Stars Baseball Game.
The School District of the City of York district families and staff recently enjoyed an evening of fun at the annual Academic All-Stars Baseball Game.
The School District of the City of York district families and staff recently enjoyed an evening of fun at the annual Academic All-Stars Baseball Game.
Huge congratulations to the following William Penn Senior High School student athletes on committing to continue their academic and athletic careers at the collegiate level! 🎉

🧡 J’Ontai Bailey - IUP - Track and Field
💙 Loren Chambers - Shippensburg University - Track and Field (Not pictured)
🧡 Lloyd Valcarcel - Albany State University - Track and Field (Not pictured)
💙 Trevor Lee - IUP - Football
🧡 Najee Still - Eastern University – Football
💙 Shavane Anderson - Syracuse University - Football
🧡 Elijah Minter - HACC Harrisburg - Basketball
💙 Tai Maxfield - HACC Harrisburg - Basketball
🧡 Brandon DeShields, Jr. - Allegany College of Maryland – Basketball

Your hard work, dedication, and commitment have made the Bearcat community proud. We wish you the best of luck in the future Bearcats!

#BearcatPride🐾
about 17 hours ago, The School District of the City of York
A group of William Penn Senior High School student athletes were recently celebrated for committing to continue their academic and athletic careers at the collegiate level.
A group of William Penn Senior High School student athletes were recently celebrated for committing to continue their academic and athletic careers at the collegiate level.
A group of William Penn Senior High School student athletes were recently celebrated for committing to continue their academic and athletic careers at the collegiate level.
A group of William Penn Senior High School student athletes were recently celebrated for committing to continue their academic and athletic careers at the collegiate level.
A group of William Penn Senior High School student athletes were recently celebrated for committing to continue their academic and athletic careers at the collegiate level.
A group of William Penn Senior High School student athletes were recently celebrated for committing to continue their academic and athletic careers at the collegiate level.
A group of William Penn Senior High School student athletes were recently celebrated for committing to continue their academic and athletic careers at the collegiate level.
A group of William Penn Senior High School student athletes were recently celebrated for committing to continue their academic and athletic careers at the collegiate level.
We are excited to continue our social media series titled William Penn Senior Spotlights. For the remainder of the school year, we will be highlighting the Class of 2026 and their plans for their future. Please be sure to check back in with our social media pages to see which Senior will have the spotlight.

Today we highlight Fabianica Isha Saint Jean! 🎓

#BearcatPride🐾
1 day ago, The School District of the City of York
William Penn Senior High School spotlight on Fabiana Isha Saint Jean. She plans to attend HACC, majoring in psychology. The image features a portrait of her smiling, with text appreciation for her inspiring teachers. William Penn Senior High School logo is displayed in the bottom left corner of the graphic.
William Penn Senior High School spotlight on Fabiana Isha Saint Jean. She plans to attend HACC, majoring in psychology. The image features a portrait of her smiling, with text appreciation for her inspiring teachers. William Penn Senior High School logo is displayed in the bottom left corner of the graphic.
William Penn Senior High School spotlight on Fabiana Isha Saint Jean. She plans to attend HACC, majoring in psychology. The image features a portrait of her smiling, with text appreciation for her inspiring teachers. William Penn Senior High School logo is displayed in the bottom left corner of the graphic.
Bearcat Cyber Academy is now accepting applications!

Interested in flexible, online learning? Bearcat Cyber Academy is enrolling students for the 2026–2027 school year!

🔹Certified SDCY teachers
🔸Learn from home
🔹Personalized, tuition-free education

Click the following link to apply: https://bit.ly/BCAApp
1 day ago, The School District of the City of York
Fierce Bearcat mascot logo with text "Bearcat Cyber." Below, "Application Open Now!" and "Beyond Your Traditional Education." Bold, energetic design.
Fierce Bearcat mascot logo with text "Bearcat Cyber." Below, "Application Open Now!" and "Beyond Your Traditional Education." Bold, energetic design.
Fierce Bearcat mascot logo with text "Bearcat Cyber." Below, "Application Open Now!" and "Beyond Your Traditional Education." Bold, energetic design.
Our district would like to extend our sincere appreciation for the opportunity to recently participate in the Good People Initiative. Through this initiative, our district had the pleasure of gifting three local businesses:

✨ Sunrise Soap Company
🌿 The House of Flowers and Exotic Plants
👗 Revolt Style Studio

It was truly a meaningful experience to be able to give back and spread #BearcatJoy🐾 within the local community.
1 day ago, The School District of the City of York
Melanie Still, Supervisor of Social and Emotional Learning, recently visited three local businesses on behalf of the School District of the City of York for the Good People Initiative.
Melanie Still, Supervisor of Social and Emotional Learning, recently visited three local businesses on behalf of the School District of the City of York for the Good People Initiative.
Melanie Still, Supervisor of Social and Emotional Learning, recently visited three local businesses on behalf of the School District of the City of York for the Good People Initiative.
Jackson PreK-8’s recent BINGO night was full of fun, laughter, and friendly competition! Congratulations to all of the winners who received a bucket that was thoughtfully created by Jackson teachers and staff. Thank you to everyone who helped to make this event a success for our students and families!

#BearcatPride🐾
1 day ago, The School District of the City of York
Jackson PreK-8 staff, students and families recently participated in a Bingo Night. The winners received a basket that was create by Jackson PreK-8 teachers and staff.
We are excited to continue our social media series titled William Penn Senior Spotlights. For the remainder of the school year, we will be highlighting the Class of 2026 and their plans for their future. Please be sure to check back in with our social media pages to see which Senior will have the spotlight.

Today we highlight Darius Rooby! 🎓

#BearcatPride🐾
1 day ago, The School District of the City of York
William Penn Senior High School spotlight on senior Darius Rooby, a future mechanical engineering major at York College of Pennsylvania. Quote praising Mr. Mandell and a portrait of Darius, conveying inspiration and positivity.
William Penn Senior High School spotlight on senior Darius Rooby, a future mechanical engineering major at York College of Pennsylvania. Quote praising Mr. Mandell and a portrait of Darius, conveying inspiration and positivity.
William Penn Senior High School spotlight on senior Darius Rooby, a future mechanical engineering major at York College of Pennsylvania. Quote praising Mr. Mandell and a portrait of Darius, conveying inspiration and positivity.
We are excited to continue our social media series titled William Penn Senior Spotlights. For the remainder of the school year, we will be highlighting the Class of 2026 and their plans for their future. Please be sure to check back in with our social media pages to see which Senior will have the spotlight.

Today we highlight Ny’shionna Jackson! 🎓

#BearcatPride🐾
3 days ago, The School District of the City of York
Spotlight on Ny’shionna Jackson from William Penn Senior High School. Includes her future plans in Psychology at Albright College. Image shows her smiling on a football field, holding flowers, wearing a sash, with a sunset in the background. Text highlights the inspirational impact of her teacher, Mrs. Sgrignoli.
Spotlight on Ny’shionna Jackson from William Penn Senior High School. Includes her future plans in Psychology at Albright College. Image shows her smiling on a football field, holding flowers, wearing a sash, with a sunset in the background. Text highlights the inspirational impact of her teacher, Mrs. Sgrignoli.
Spotlight on Ny’shionna Jackson from William Penn Senior High School. Includes her future plans in Psychology at Albright College. Image shows her smiling on a football field, holding flowers, wearing a sash, with a sunset in the background. Text highlights the inspirational impact of her teacher, Mrs. Sgrignoli.
We would like to congratulate the following students on winning the Rotary Club of York’s recent Social Media Contest! Through thoughtful posts and videos, these students shared inspiring ideas about kindness, inclusion, advocacy, and overcoming hate with love.

🧡 1st place post winner: Jeremy Sanchez – 11th grade student at WPSHS (Not pictured)
💙 2nd place post winner: Rebecca Barthelemy – 12th grade student at WPSHS
🧡 3rd place post winner: MiAmor Johnson – 6th grade student at Devers PreK-8 (Not pictured)
💙 3rd place video winner: Edel Nazario – 12th grade student at WPSHS

While not all students are pictured, we are #BearcatProud🐾 of the positive impact that these young scholars are making in our schools and community!
3 days ago, The School District of the City of York
Two William Penn Senior High School students were recently recognized for winning the Rotary Club of York's recent Social Media Contest.
Two William Penn Senior High School students were recently recognized for winning the Rotary Club of York's recent Social Media Contest.
Two William Penn Senior High School students were recently recognized for winning the Rotary Club of York's recent Social Media Contest.
Our Lady Bearcats Softball Team recently celebrated Senior Night by honoring four of their graduating Seniors:

🧡 Alexus Montanez
💙 Alexis Rodriguez
🧡 Chloe Diggs
💙 Siaralys Calderon Tejada

Your hard work, leadership, and dedication will be remembered on and off the field Bearcats! 🥎

#BearcatPride🐾
3 days ago, The School District of the City of York
The Lady Bearcats Softball Team recently celebrated Senior Night by honoring four of their graduating Seniors.
The Lady Bearcats Softball Team recently celebrated Senior Night by honoring four of their graduating Seniors.
The Lady Bearcats Softball Team recently celebrated Senior Night by honoring four of their graduating Seniors.
The Lady Bearcats Softball Team recently celebrated Senior Night by honoring four of their graduating Seniors.
The Lady Bearcats Softball Team recently celebrated Senior Night by honoring four of their graduating Seniors.
We are excited to continue our social media series titled William Penn Senior Spotlights. For the remainder of the school year, we will be highlighting the Class of 2026 and their plans for their future. Please be sure to check back in with our social media pages to see which Senior will have the spotlight.

Today we highlight Alexa Pimentel Rosario! 🎓

#BearcatPride🐾
3 days ago, The School District of the City of York
William Penn Senior High School Spotlight on student, Alexa Pimentel Rosario. Alexa is majoring in Accounting at Penn State University. Graphic includes a picture and quote of the student.
William Penn Senior High School Spotlight on student, Alexa Pimentel Rosario. Alexa is majoring in Accounting at Penn State University. Graphic includes a picture and quote of the student.
William Penn Senior High School Spotlight on student, Alexa Pimentel Rosario. Alexa is majoring in Accounting at Penn State University. Graphic includes a picture and quote of the student.
We are excited to continue our social media series titled William Penn Senior Spotlights. For the remainder of the school year, we will be highlighting the Class of 2026 and their plans for their future. Please be sure to check back in with our social media pages to see which Senior will have the spotlight.

Today we highlight Ni’Shy Kirkland! 🎓

#BearcatPride🐾
3 days ago, The School District of the City of York
William Penn Senior High School spotlight on Senior, Ni’shy Kirkland, featuring college plans and a quote about inspiration from a teacher. The backdrop is blue with a radiating spotlight effect. A circular photo shows a young man in formal attire standing confidently on a tree-lined path.
William Penn Senior High School spotlight on Senior, Ni’shy Kirkland, featuring college plans and a quote about inspiration from a teacher. The backdrop is blue with a radiating spotlight effect. A circular photo shows a young man in formal attire standing confidently on a tree-lined path.
William Penn Senior High School spotlight on Senior, Ni’shy Kirkland, featuring college plans and a quote about inspiration from a teacher. The backdrop is blue with a radiating spotlight effect. A circular photo shows a young man in formal attire standing confidently on a tree-lined path.

The William Penn Senior High School Student Services Team will be hosting Summer School Registration Events to assist families with registering their student(s) for summer school credit recovery courses. The Summer School Program is open to students in grades 9-12. Registration can be completed online or in-person!

In-Person Registration Sessions:
📅 June 3 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📅 June 4 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 WPSHS Cafeteria (Door 15)

If you are unable to attend these sessions and would like to register your student for summer school, please click the following link to fill out an interest form: https://bit.ly/WPSummerRegistration

4 days ago, The School District of the City of York
Summer School Registration flyer for William Penn Senior High School. Dates are June 3rd and 4th. Registration is for grades 9-12 at WPSHS Cafeteria. Bold orange and white text on a blue background next to a hallway image with colorful lockers.
Summer School Registration flyer for William Penn Senior High School. Dates are June 3rd and 4th. Registration is for grades 9-12 at WPSHS Cafeteria. Bold orange and white text on a blue background next to a hallway image with colorful lockers.
Summer School Registration flyer for William Penn Senior High School. Dates are June 3rd and 4th. Registration is for grades 9-12 at WPSHS Cafeteria. Bold orange and white text on a blue background next to a hallway image with colorful lockers.
To close out the concert season, our Bearcat musicians did an excellent job performing at their recent Combined Elementary School Spring Concert! The Combined Chorus, Band, and Orchestra students showcased their hard work, dedication, and passion for the arts.

Congratulations to all of our students and directors on an amazing concert season!

#BearcatPride🐾
4 days ago, The School District of the City of York
The Combined Elementary School Band, Orchestra, and Chorus recently performed in the William Penn Senior High School Auditorium for their annual Spring Concert.
The Combined Elementary School Band, Orchestra, and Chorus recently performed in the William Penn Senior High School Auditorium for their annual Spring Concert.
The Combined Elementary School Band, Orchestra, and Chorus recently performed in the William Penn Senior High School Auditorium for their annual Spring Concert.
We are excited to continue our social media series titled William Penn Senior Spotlights. For the remainder of the school year, we will be highlighting the Class of 2026 and their plans for their future. Please be sure to check back in with our social media pages to see which Senior will have the spotlight.

Today we highlight Myiangel Sohnleitner! 🎓

#BearcatPride🐾
4 days ago, The School District of the City of York
William Penn Senior Spotlight graphic featuring student, Myiangel Sohnleitner, a smiling young woman leaning on a wooden fence. Text highlights her passion for psychology and a teacher's inspiration at William Penn Senior High School.
William Penn Senior Spotlight graphic featuring student, Myiangel Sohnleitner, a smiling young woman leaning on a wooden fence. Text highlights her passion for psychology and a teacher's inspiration at William Penn Senior High School.
William Penn Senior Spotlight graphic featuring student, Myiangel Sohnleitner, a smiling young woman leaning on a wooden fence. Text highlights her passion for psychology and a teacher's inspiration at William Penn Senior High School.
🎶 Huge shoutout to the talented students and staff of William Penn Senior High School’s Music Department for an incredible performance at this week’s Box Lunch Revue at Central Market! Your hard work, passion, and talent were on full display! #BearcatPride🐾 📸: 5-7, Photography by Moises Oquendo
6 days ago, School District of the City of York
WPSHS performing in central market
WPSHS performing in central market
WPSHS performing in central market
WPSHS performing in central market
WPSHS performing in central market, director with his thumbs up
WPSHS performing in central market, drummer with his hand on the drum
WPSHS performing in central market, student playing the trombone
WPSHS performing in central market, student playing the saxophone
WPSHS performing in central market, Director playing the trombone

Families of Seniors are invited to attend the upcoming William Penn Senior High School Commencement Ceremony for the Class of 2026! The ceremony will be held on Thursday, May 28, 2026 at Smalls Athletic Field with a rain date of Friday, May 29, 2026. Families can arrive as early as 4:30 PM. This is a ticketed event only. Families and friends can plan to access the livestream on the day of the event.

*Tickets will be given to each Graduating Senior!*

We look forward to a night of celebration as we honor our Seniors! 🐾

8 days ago, The School District of the City of York
William Penn Senior High School Class of 2026 Commencement Ceremony information with a blue background and white letters. Location is Smalls Athletic Field and the date is May 28, 2026, with the event beginning at 6:00 PM
William Penn Senior High School Class of 2026 Commencement Ceremony information with a blue background and white letters. Location is Smalls Athletic Field and the date is May 28, 2026, with the event beginning at 6:00 PM
William Penn Senior High School Class of 2026 Commencement Ceremony information with a blue background and white letters. Location is Smalls Athletic Field and the date is May 28, 2026, with the event beginning at 6:00 PM
WPSHS recently hosted a meaningful Bearcat Balance family engagement event focused on the importance of self-care. Led by Melanie Still, Supervisor of Social and Emotional Learning, WPSHS families gained valuable tools and strategies to support their overall well-being.

A special thank you to author and CEO of Major Preparation LLC, Bryan Majors, for sharing powerful insights from his book “Training for Triumph: How to Prepare Mentally, Physically, Emotionally and Spiritually for Your Life Long Goals.”

#BearcatPride🐾
9 days ago, The School District of the City of York
William Penn Senior High School families recently attended the Bearcat Balance event in the William Penn Cafeteria. Author and CEO of Major Preparation LLC, Bryan Majors, shared powerful insights from his book “Training for Triumph: How to Prepare Mentally, Physically, Emotionally and Spiritually for Your Life Long Goals.”
William Penn Senior High School families recently attended the Bearcat Balance event in the William Penn Cafeteria. Author and CEO of Major Preparation LLC, Bryan Majors, shared powerful insights from his book “Training for Triumph: How to Prepare Mentally, Physically, Emotionally and Spiritually for Your Life Long Goals.”
William Penn Senior High School families recently attended the Bearcat Balance event in the William Penn Cafeteria. Author and CEO of Major Preparation LLC, Bryan Majors, shared powerful insights from his book “Training for Triumph: How to Prepare Mentally, Physically, Emotionally and Spiritually for Your Life Long Goals.”
William Penn Senior High School families recently attended the Bearcat Balance event in the William Penn Cafeteria. Author and CEO of Major Preparation LLC, Bryan Majors, shared powerful insights from his book “Training for Triumph: How to Prepare Mentally, Physically, Emotionally and Spiritually for Your Life Long Goals.”
William Penn Senior High School families recently attended the Bearcat Balance event in the William Penn Cafeteria. Author and CEO of Major Preparation LLC, Bryan Majors, shared powerful insights from his book “Training for Triumph: How to Prepare Mentally, Physically, Emotionally and Spiritually for Your Life Long Goals.”
William Penn Senior High School families recently attended the Bearcat Balance event in the William Penn Cafeteria. Author and CEO of Major Preparation LLC, Bryan Majors, shared powerful insights from his book “Training for Triumph: How to Prepare Mentally, Physically, Emotionally and Spiritually for Your Life Long Goals.”
William Penn Senior High School families recently attended the Bearcat Balance event in the William Penn Cafeteria. Author and CEO of Major Preparation LLC, Bryan Majors, shared powerful insights from his book “Training for Triumph: How to Prepare Mentally, Physically, Emotionally and Spiritually for Your Life Long Goals.”
William Penn Senior High School families recently attended the Bearcat Balance event in the William Penn Cafeteria. Author and CEO of Major Preparation LLC, Bryan Majors, shared powerful insights from his book “Training for Triumph: How to Prepare Mentally, Physically, Emotionally and Spiritually for Your Life Long Goals.”
William Penn Senior High School families recently attended the Bearcat Balance event in the William Penn Cafeteria. Author and CEO of Major Preparation LLC, Bryan Majors, shared powerful insights from his book “Training for Triumph: How to Prepare Mentally, Physically, Emotionally and Spiritually for Your Life Long Goals.”