School District Of The City Of York

September is Attendance Awareness Month! Success starts with showing up—because every lesson, every connection, and every day matters for our Bearcats. 🐾

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A diverse group of students and staff stands together in a classroom, promoting Attendance Awareness Month with enthusiasm.

Join us Thursday evening as the William Penn Bearcat Marching Band kicks off pre-game at 6:15 PM. Doors open at 6:00 PM, so arrive early to catch the show before the Bearcats take on Northeastern at 7:00 PM! 🏈 Stick around after the game for a special post-game performance you won’t want to miss! 🎶

Bring your spirit and #BearcatPride! 🐾

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Promotional graphic for York High Football Gameday and Band Night. York High vs. Northeastern on Thursday, September 11th at Smalls Athletic Field. Gates open at 6 PM, game begins at 7 PM. Pre-game and post-game band performances included.

📢 Join us on September 15, 2025 for our first 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!

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Event announcement for "Budget Listen and Learn" meetings on September 15 and 29, 2025, in York, PA. Join to share your input!

Davis PreK-8 administration recently showed appreciation for their staff with a football-inspired cart full of treats! 🏈

#BearcatPride🐾

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Davis PreK-8 Principal, Ms. Sweitzer and a district staff member are posing in a school hallway with a football-themed snack cart labeled 'Tailgate Zone,' filled with snacks and drinks. One is dressed as a referee, and the other holds a pom-pom. Behind them, a bulletin board is decorated like a football field with yard markers and a yellow goalpost.

A group of district staff members posing with playful signs, including "Here for Snacks" and "Here for the Commercials," in a bright room.

A snack cart decorated for tailgating, featuring bags of popcorn, candy, and beverages, topped with festive inflatable goalposts.

A district staff member is holding two paper pom-poms in her hands while standing in a classroom decorated with colorful hanging paper fans. A table with snacks and football-themed decorations is nearby.

A district staff member is holding blue and gold pom-poms in both of her hands, while standing inside of a classroom. A student is sitting at a desk in the background, looking at the district staff member.

A district staff member in a Ravens jersey holding a football and snacks in a classroom decorated for a football-themed event.

Davis PreK-8 Principal, Ms. Sweitzer and a district staff member are posing joyfully in a school hallway, one holding a green "TOUCH DOWN" sign. Bright classroom decor and a flag are in the background.

A district staff member standing in a classroom, joyfully holding up two colorful paper fans. The background shows desks and educational materials.

A district staff member in casual attire and a school police officer posing together in a school hallway, each holding decorative items in front of a bear paw mural.

🔥 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! 🐾

Please note: The Boys Varsity Football Game and Band Night will be held on Thursday, September 11, 2025. More details are forthcoming.

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Bearcats Athletic Schedule for the School District of the City of York.

Hannah Penn PreK-8 and Jackson PreK-8 kicked off our district’s Open Houses with an evening full of connection and #BearcatPride! 🐾

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Two adults and one child standing near a classroom and dark blue lockers.

Jackson PreK-8 Principal and a group of people sitting down in a school cafeteria. Multiple flags are hanging from the ceiling.

A district staff member handing a container of stickers to a child. There is an adult and another child standing next to the child who is reaching for the stickers.

A district staff member, an adult and a child standing in a classroom.

A district staff member standing with her hands up in a classroom.

A child reaching for a journal. Multiple people can be seen in the background.

Three district staff members posing for a group photo. Other people can be seen in the background.

District staff members posing for a group photo in front of a table that has water bottles on it.

Two district staff members and a student posing for a photo in a classroom.

Two adults and two children posing for a photo outside.

Today, local historian Ms. Samantha Dorm gave a powerful presentation to the WPSHS JROTC Cadets on the history of the Six Triple Eight.

Special thanks to Harry Murphy, News Reporter at abc27 News, for covering a feature story on our WPSHS JROTC Program!

Tune in to abc27 News this evening between 5-6 PM to hear the full story!

#BearcatPride🐾

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William Penn Senior High School JROTC Cadets, local historian Samantha Dorm and abc27 News Reporter, Harry Murphy pose for a group photo.

Local historian Samantha Dorm presenting to the William Penn Senior High School JROTC Cadets.

Abc27 News Reporter, Harry Murphy interviewing Senior Army Instructor of the JROTC Program, Dr. Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) John W. Howard II.

Abc27 News Reporter, Harry Murphy interviewing a William Penn Senior High School student who is apart of the JROTC Program.

Abc27 News Reporter, Harry Murphy interviewing William Penn Senior High School Army JROTC Instructor, First Sergeant Brad Maxwell.

Abc27 News Reporter, Harry Murphy interviewing local historian Samantha Dorm.

✨ Nothing brighter than a Bearcat smile; looks like we’ve caught a few! 🐾

#BearcatJoy

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A student smiling and holding up a drawing.

A district staff member smiling for a photo.

A district staff member smiling for a photo while standing in front of a sign that says "The Future of the world is in this classroom". There is another sign that says "Proceed with Kindness".

A student smiling with both of her hands on her face.

District staff members posing together for a photo. One of the district staff members is holding an iPad. The other district staff member has her hand around the district staff member that is holding the iPad.

A huge shoutout to our District's AI Committee!

This incredible group of leaders are exploring innovative ways to use AI to support our students, staff, and families. Their commitment to collaboration and creative problem-solving is paving the way for the future of education here in SDCY.

We are grateful for their dedication and look forward to what’s ahead!

#BearcatPride🐾

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District leadership working together on an assignment.

✨ PBIS Rewards in Action! ✨

Ferguson PreK-8 students recently enjoyed a sweet treat for displaying positive behavior in their classrooms! Way to go Bearcats, keep up the great work!

#BearcatPride🐾

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Three students holding popsicles in their hands and smiling. Other students can be seen in the background.

We’re still reminiscing about last Friday’s game… what a night! 🐾🔥

From the football team’s overtime victory to the cheerleaders keeping the crowd energized, to the marching band setting the perfect soundtrack: the Bearcat spirit was everywhere!

A special shout-out to the Class of 1985 for joining us and cheering alongside today’s Bearcats. Once a Bearcat, always a Bearcat! 💙🧡

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York High Class of 1985 posing for a group photo at York High's recent Football Game.

The York High Marching Band performing at the York High recent Football Game.

York High Cheerladers with the York High Mascot at York High's recent Football Game.

York High Football players cheering at York High's recent Football Game.

York High Football players and fans cheering at York High's recent Football Game.

🔥 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! 🐾

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Bearcat Families - You are invited to attend your student's Open House! View the graphic below for more details. If you have any questions, please contact the main office at your student's school building. We hope to see you there! 🧡 💙

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

Important calendar reminders for September:
Bearcat Families: Please take a moment to view the following important reminders for the month of September. Thank you.

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Two young children engaging with educational tools on a table. The graphic announces school calendar reminders: closed on September 1 for Labor Day, and an early dismissal on September 10.

📸 Introducing our "You’ve Been Caught Smiling" campaign!

We’re celebrating the joy and pride that shines through our Bearcats every day. Keep your eyes open… you might be next to get caught smiling! 😃🐾

#BearcatJoy

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A district staff member with her arm wrapped around a student.

District staff members posing together for a photo. Students can be seen in the background.

Ferguson PreK-8 Principal Ms. Love and a district staff member posing together for a photo.

A district staff member and a student sitting at a table together.

A district staff member holding up an inspirational quote while standing in front of a bulletin board.

Our Bearcats opened their volleyball season last night with heart and determination! Every game is a chance to grow, and we’re proud of the #BearcatPride they showed on the court. 🐾🏐

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Bearcat Volleyball team during their first game of the 2025 Fall Season.

Bearcat Volleyball team and one of the coaches during their first game of the 2025 Fall Season.

Bearcat Volleyball player with one of the coaches during their first game of the 2025 Fall Season.

August is National Truancy Prevention Month!

Consistent school attendance:
🟠 Builds strong routines and habits
🔵 Boosts student achievement
🟠 Helps set our students up for success

Every school day counts. Together, we can help our students succeed by making attendance a top priority! 🌟

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A graphic with a classroom scene in the background, emphasizing attendance with the text "Attendance Matters! August is National Truancy Prevention Month."

August is National Immunization Awareness Month! It is important for our students to stay up-to-date on their immunizations as it is a state requirement.

If you have any questions or need more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/SDCYImmunizations.

Let’s work together to keep our students healthy, safe, and ready to learn!

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Bearcat Families - This is a reminder that the district will be closed on Monday, September 1, 2025 due to the scheduled holiday. Students and staff will return to school on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. Thank you.

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Two students posing together in front of a colorful backdrop with a calendar reminder about a school holiday on September 1.

A big thank you to York County Children, Youth and Families for donating school supplies and backpacks to support the students of the School District of the City of York!

Together, we’re making sure every student has the tools that they need for success this school year!

#BearcatPride🐾

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District leadership and employees from York County Children, Youth and Families posing in front a table filled with school supplies, including backpacks, notebooks, and Crayola packs.