School District Of The City Of York

Bearcat Cyber Academy had an amazing turnout at their recent Back to School Kickoff! 🐾

Families completed laptop registration, received bookbags and t-shirts, and grabbed some important resources for the school year!

Here’s to an amazing year ahead at Bearcat Cyber Academy! 💙🧡

8 months ago, The School District of the City of York

A Bearcat Cyber Academy student holding up a Bearcat Cyber Academy bookbag.

An adult is standing up looking at a laptop screen while a district staff member is talking to her. Another adult is sitting at the table.

Two district staff members standing behind a table with papers and brochures on it.

A district staff member writing on a piece of paper with an adult standing in front of the table. A child is in the background.

A district staff member holding up a shirt with the words "Bearcat Y Cyber" on it.

Two district staff members sitting and standing in the office area at Bearcat Cyber Academy.

Five district staff members posing in front of a Bearcat Cyber backdrop.

Day 8 of our Back-to-School Countdown is all about cafeteria menus!

Good nutrition fuels learning every day. Our cafeteria menus offer balanced meals to keep students energized and ready to succeed.

Families, please review the latest menus and meal options to help plan your child’s school meals.

🍎 View the menus here: https://bit.ly/SDCYFoodServices

9 months ago, The School District of the City of York

Graphic for the School District of the City of York's Cafeteria Menus with the words "Your guide to a successful school year include healthy meals! Be sure to check the district's cafeteria menus regularly so you know what delicious and nutritious options are available each day. Access it now on our Food Services Webpage! (Link is in the caption)"

The district recently hosted its annual Resource Fair, bringing families, students, and community partners together for an afternoon of connection and #BearcatPride! 🐾 From helpful resources and school information to fun activities and giveaways, it was a great way to get ready for the new school year. 💙🧡

9 months ago, The School District of the City of York

Two children and one adult blowing bubbles in a parking lot.

District leadership blowing a bubble with a child looking behind her in a parking lot.

A group photo of Family First Health employees.

Six children sitting at a table called Young Thinkers of York.

Two adults and five children posing for a photo in a school cafeteria.

Day 7 of our Back-to-School Countdown is all about attendance!

Being present matters every day. Our attendance policy helps ensure students get the most out of their learning experience.

Families, please review the attendance guidelines to understand how we track attendance and support students.

📖 Learn more here: https://bit.ly/SDCYAttendance

9 months ago, The School District of the City of York

Graphic for the School District of the City of York's Attendance Page with the words "Your Guide to a successful school year includes being on time! Access it now on our Attendance Webpage! (Link is in the caption)"

Davis PreK-8 brought the energy to Back to School Night with an evening full of connection, resources, and #BearcatPride! 🐾

Families picked up uniforms, stocked up on school supplies, and gathered important classroom information to get the year started on the right foot.

Here’s to an amazing year ahead at Dynamic Davis! 💙🧡

9 months ago, The School District of the City of York

Superintendent, Dr. Andrea Berry-Brown and Davis Principal, Ms. Sweitzer posing together at Davis PreK-8's Back to School Night.

Two adults and 5 children posing together at Davis PreK-8's Back to School Night.

Four adults and three children posing together at Davis PreK-8's Back to School Night.

District staff members posing together at a table during Davis PreK-8's Back to School Night.

District staff members wearing Kindergarten shirts and posing together at Davis PreK-8's Back to School Night.

A crowded gymnasium filled with people participating at Davis PreK-8's Back to School Night.

A group of people standing in a hallway while some of the people are filling out forms at a table at Davis PreK-8's Back to School Night.

Representative Carol Hill-Evans posing for a photo with a district staff member at Davis PreK-8's Back to School Night.

District parent liaison posing with a district staff member at Davis PreK-8's Back to School Night.

A School Board Member and three students posing together at Davis PreK-8's Back to School Night.

Our district recently held its opening kick-off day event where our School Board, administrators, teachers and staff came together in high spirits to usher in a new school year! 🗓️

We received a motivational message from Keynote Speaker and Bearcat Alumni, Clovis Gallon and left with encouraging words of wisdom from our Superintendent, Dr. Andrea Berry-Brown! 🧡💙

#BearcatPride🐾

9 months ago, The School District of the City of York

District staff posing together at the School District of the City of York's 2025-2026 Opening Kick-Off Day.

William Penn Senior High School's Bearcat Marching Band Drumline playing at the School District of the City of York's 2025-2026 Opening Kick-Off Day.

School Board Member and district staff posing together at the School District of the City of York's 2025-2026 Opening Kick-Off Day.

District staff handing out food at the School District of the City of York's 2025-2026 Opening Kick-Off Day.

Superintendent, Dr. Andrea Berry-Brown holding a microphone at the School District of the City of York's 2025-2026 Opening Kick-Off Day.

Keynote Speaker and Bearcat Alumni, Clovis Gallon delivering a motivational message at the School District of the City of York's 2025-2026 Opening Kick-Off Day.

A big congratulations to all the incredible participants of our 3rd Annual Paws for Wellness 5K Run/Walk!

Your energy, dedication, and community spirit made this event truly unforgettable.

#BearcatPride🐾

9 months ago, The School District of the City of York

District staff posing for a group photo before the start of the School District of the City of York's 5K Run and Walk.

District staff preparing for the School District of the City of York's 5K Run and Walk.

District staff member holding up peace signs in the middle of participating in the School District of the City of York's 5K Run and Walk.

A student running during the School District of the City of York's 5K Run and Walk.

District staff member holding her thumbs up in the middle of participating in the School District of the City of York's 5K Run and Walk.

District staff member running past the finish line at the School District of the City of York's 3rd Annual Paws for Wellness 5K Run and Walk.

District staff member and a student holding up a trophy at the School District of the City of York's 5K Run and Walk.

District staff members holding up a trophy at the School District of the City of York's 5K Run and Walk.

Trophies that say "Paws for Wellness Bearcats 5K 2025".

Goode PreK-8 brought the energy to Back to School Night with an evening full of connection, fun, and #BearcatPride! 🐾

Families cooled off with Kona Ice, snacked on pretzels, grabbed some great giveaways, and received important classroom information to start the year off right.

Here’s to an amazing year ahead at Goode! 💙🧡

9 months ago, The School District of the City of York

A family of three enjoying water ice at Goode PreK-8's Back to School Night.

An adult posing with two students in front of a backdrop at Goode PreK-8's Back to School Night. The two students are holding up bookbags.

Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Andrea Berry-Brown taking a selfie with Goode Assistant Principal, Mr. Shiposh at Goode PreK-8's Back to School Night.

A district staff member bending down next to a student holding up a book titled "Seed Starting Pro-Hex Kit."

An adult standing in a Kona Ice Truck at Goode PreK-8's Back to School Night.

A group of district staff members at Goode PreK-8's Back to School Night.

Two district staff members holding up pretzels at Goode PreK-8's Back to School Night.

A district staff member sitting at a table with coloring pencils, pencils and cards at Goode PreK-8's Back to School Night.

Goode Principal and Assistant Principal, Dr. Koerner and Mr. Shiposh posing for a photo with a student in front of a backdrop.

Two district staff members posing for a photo at Goode PreK-8's Back to School Night.

Devers K-8 School kicked off our Back to School Nights with an evening full of excitement, connection, and #BearcatPride! 🐾

Families received important classroom information, enjoyed haircuts, hot dogs, crafts, games, and so much more.

It was the perfect way to start the school year strong! 💙🧡

9 months ago, The School District of the City of York

Two adults and six children at Devers PreK-8's Back to School Night.

Student playing with a stretchy ball at Devers PreK-8's Back to School Night.

A barber cutting a young student's hair at Devers PreK-8's Back to School Night.

A young student grabbing a sticker at Devers PreK-8's Back to School Night.

Devers Principal, Dr. Hanson with two students at Devers PreK-8's Back to School Night.

District parent liaisons Sandie Walker and Madeline Torres Ocasio with a district staff member at Devers PreK-8's Back to School Night.

District staff at Devers PreK-8's Back to School Night. A student can be seen walking outside in the background.

Devers Assistant Principal, Dr. Greene helping district staff member with hot dogs at Devers PreK-8's Back to School Night.

Two students looking down at a candy bowl held by a district staff member at Devers PreK-8's Back to School Night.

A student drawing a bunny head at Devers PreK-8's Back to School Night.

Day 6 of our Back-to-School Countdown is all about staying connected!

SchoolStatus Connect is our new communication tool for the 2025-2026 school year 📲 Families will receive important updates from their student’s school and teachers right to their phone or email. Stay informed, stay engaged, and never miss important news again.

🔗 Learn more and access helpful resources here: https://bit.ly/SDCYSchoolStatus

9 months ago, The School District of the City of York

Graphic for the School District of the City of York's School Status Connect with the words "Your guide to a successful school year includes staying connected! Stay up to date with important information and messages coming directly from your teacher and school! Access it now on our School Status Connect Webpage! (Link is in the caption)"

Day 5 of our Back-to-School Countdown is all about our student athletes!

The 2025-2026 Athletics Schedule is available to view! 🏀⚽🏐

Visit the district website to stay up to date on game days, times, and locations. Don’t miss a moment of the action—come out and support our Bearcats!

📲 Check it out here: https://bit.ly/WPAthletics

9 months ago, The School District of the City of York

Graphic for the School District of the City of York's Athletics Schedule with the words "Your guide to a successful school year includes showing your Bearcat Pride! Stay up to date with all athletic schedules and come out to support our student-athletes all season long. Access it now on our Athletics Schedule page! (Link is in the caption)"

Day 4 of our Back-to-School Countdown is about being prepared!

With the new school year quickly approaching, we want to remind our Bearcat families to review the District's Uniform Policy to ensure that your student starts the year off strong! 👕

Click here to review the policy ➡️ https://bit.ly/SDCYPolicy

Let's dress for success, Bearcats! 🐾

9 months ago, The School District of the City of York

Graphic for the School District of the City of York's Uniform Policy with the words "Your guide to a successful school year starts with being prepared! Make sure you're familiar with the District's Uniform Policy so your student is ready from day one. Access it now on our uniform information page! (Link is in the caption)"

Day 3 of our Back-to-School Countdown is about staying updated and informed!

🗓️ The 2025–2026 Events Calendar is available to view on our district website! Stay updated on all of the important dates and events that will be happening across the district!

📍From early dismissals to holidays—you’ll find it all on our Events Page ➡️ https://bit.ly/25-26Events

Let’s make it a great year, Bearcats! 🐾

9 months ago, The School District of the City of York

Graphic for the School District of the City of York's 2025-2026 Events Calendar with the words "Your guide to a successful school year! Stay updated on all of the important dates and events that will be happening across the district! Access it now on our events page! (Link is in the caption)"

Day 2 of our Back-to-School Countdown is all about staying connected!

Make sure your contact information is up to date in the Sapphire Parent Portal so you don’t miss important updates, alerts, or school news.

📝 Take a moment to double-check your phone number, email, and address today!

➡️ https://bit.ly/SDCYSapphire

9 months ago, The School District of the City of York

Graphic for the School District of the City of York with the word "Update your contact information! Log into your Sapphire Parent Portal Account with a picture of a mobile phone. Stay informed on important student information for the 2025-2026 school year!"

Meet some of the newest members of our Bearcat family!

Their energy is contagious, their commitment is strong, and their excitment for the year ahead is undeniable.
Welcome to the team—we’re so glad you’re here!
💙🧡

#BearcatPride🐾

9 months ago, School District of the City of York

New teachers and staff in front of Smith STEAM Academy

The halls may be calm for now, but that Bearcat buzz is building. August has arrived, and we’re kicking off our Countdown to School campaign as we get ready to welcome students back for a new year of learning, growing, and rising together.

📅 First Day of School Reminders:
🟠 August 19: PreK, Kindergarten, Grades 8, 9 and 12 should report to school
🔵 August 20: All students in Grades PreK-12 should report to school

Welcome Back Message ➡️ https://bit.ly/Welcomeback25-26

9 months ago, The School District of the City of York

First Day of School Update Graphic for the School District of the City of York. On Tuesday, August 19, students in grades PreK, Kindergarten, Grade 8, Grade 9, and Grade 12 will report to school. On Wednesday, August 20, all students in grades PreK-12 will report to school.

Special thank you to Statewide Partners for their generous donation of bookbags and coats for our Bearcats!

#BearcatPride🐾

9 months ago, The School District of the City of York

District staff received bookbags and coats from employees at Statewide Partners. One of the employees is holding a backpack and another employee is holding a jacket.

SDCY staff recently welcomed our newest little Bearcats and their families at Kindergarten Orientation! From exploring a classroom to making new friends, our future kindergarteners are off to a fantastic start. 📚🖍️

#BearcatPride🐾

9 months ago, The School District of the City of York

A parent and an incoming Kindergarten student pose in front of a orange and blue backdrop with the words "The School District of the City of York" on it during Ferguson PreK-8's recent Kindergarten Orientation event.

A teacher and an incoming Kindergarten student are looking at a paper together during Ferguson Pre-8's recent Kindergarten Orientation event.

A teacher and an incoming Kindergarten student are working on a paper together during Ferguson Pre-8's recent Kindergarten Orientation event. The student is writing on the paper.

A Ferguson PreK-8 staff member and an incoming Kindergarten student are working on a paper together during Ferguson PreK-8's recent Kindergarten Orientation event.

Two Ferguson PreK-8 staff members sitting at a Welcome table during Ferguson PreK-8's recent Kindergarten Orientation event.

An incoming Kindergarten student posing with a bookbag in front of a colorful backdrop during Ferguson PreK-8's recent Kindergarten Orientation event.

Bearcat Families - Get ready for Back to School Night! View the graphic below to learn more about your student's Back to School Night. If you have any questions, please contact the main office at your student's school building. We look forward to welcoming you! 🧡💙

9 months ago, The School District of the City of York

Event schedule for upcoming Back to School Nights, listing dates and times for various school buildings in the School District of the City of York.

Join us on Saturday, August 9th for our 5K and Back to School Resource Fair! View the flyer below for more details. See you there! 🏃‍♀️🎒

Register here ➡️ https://bit.ly/SDCY5k

9 months ago, The School District of the City of York

Paws for Wellness Bearcats 5K Run/Walk and Health Expo & York City United Back 2 School Resource Fair on Saturday August 9, 2025. Race starts at 8:30 AM at Smalls Athletic Field located at 31 Hamilton Avenue, York, PA 17401. The Resource Fair starts at 12:00 PM at William Penn Senior High School (Enter through door 33).