Plate Patrol 2.0 🍽️
We invite our community and families to come out and get a free Holiday meal on Tuesday, November 25, 2025!
📍 William Penn Senior High School Cafeteria (Door 15 – College Avenue)
🕚 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📞 Deliveries will be available for the elderly. Call 717-916-3290 to place your order from 11:00 AM-2:00 PM
We're accepting donations of food items for the meal and supplies! Some of the donations include stuffing, mashed potatoes, rolls, canned vegetables, canned drinks, desserts, bottled water, to-go containers, grocery bags, and plastic silverware. Please drop your donations off at William Penn's Main Office located at 101 West College Avenue, York, PA 17401 by Monday, November 17th.
Volunteers are also welcomed!
We invite our community and families to come out and get a free Holiday meal on Tuesday, November 25, 2025!
📍 William Penn Senior High School Cafeteria (Door 15 – College Avenue)
🕚 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📞 Deliveries will be available for the elderly. Call 717-916-3290 to place your order from 11:00 AM-2:00 PM
We're accepting donations of food items for the meal and supplies! Some of the donations include stuffing, mashed potatoes, rolls, canned vegetables, canned drinks, desserts, bottled water, to-go containers, grocery bags, and plastic silverware. Please drop your donations off at William Penn's Main Office located at 101 West College Avenue, York, PA 17401 by Monday, November 17th.
Volunteers are also welcomed!



Through the Bearcat Balance Wellness Initiative, led by Mrs. Melanie Still, our district staff members recently took part in a biometric screening — taking steps toward healthier living and wellness across the district.
#BearcatPride🐾
#BearcatPride🐾






Ferguson PreK-8 recently enjoyed a full-day visit from Dr. Andrea Berry-Brown, Superintendent of Schools.
From engaging student interviews to warm interactions with our youngest learners and dedicated staff, it was a day full of learning, laughter, and leadership.
#BearcatPride🐾
From engaging student interviews to warm interactions with our youngest learners and dedicated staff, it was a day full of learning, laughter, and leadership.
#BearcatPride🐾


8th grade students at Goode PreK-8 are looking ahead to an exciting new chapter!
Our Bearcats recently explored the next steps in their educational career as they learned about many academic offerings and expectations that await them in high school.
#BearcatPride🐾
Our Bearcats recently explored the next steps in their educational career as they learned about many academic offerings and expectations that await them in high school.
#BearcatPride🐾







Our Boys Varsity Football Team is heading to districts! 🏈 Join us on Friday, November 7 at Wilson High School (303 Dwight Street, West Lawn, PA 19609). Tickets must be purchased online. Click here to purchase your ticket: https://bit.ly/Nov7Districts. To view the livestream, click here: https://bit.ly/Nov7Livestream.
We hope to see you there to cheer our Bearcats on! 🐾
📸: My Mid-Atlantic

WPSHS students recently enjoyed a fun-filled PBIS Fall Party filled with great music, games, prizes, and good vibes! Our Bearcats continue to show what it means to Be Great on Purpose.
#BearcatPride🐾
#BearcatPride🐾







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



Bearcat Families:
This is a reminder that Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 2, 2025. Don't forget to turn your clocks back one hour before you go to bed this evening.
This is a reminder that Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 2, 2025. Don't forget to turn your clocks back one hour before you go to bed this evening.



Gru and his minions took over Kindergarten today! 💛 Huge shoutout to Ms. Siar, Mr. Rodgers, Ms. Hartranft, and Grandma Carol at Goode PreK-8 for bringing the Despicable Me magic to life, and to our little ones for designing their own amazing minion looks!
#BearcatPride🐾
#BearcatPride🐾

Magical moments at McKinley PreK-8! Students in PreK-2nd grade recently received a special visit from their Principal, Dr. Ashley White. Disguised as the McKinley Magic unicorn, Dr. White stopped by multiple classrooms to spread smiles and deliver sweet treats! 🦄
#BearcatPride🐾
#BearcatPride🐾










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, our students were fueled with energy and motivation during an exercise training with Ali Johnson, owner and founder of Max-I-Mus Performance & Fitness. From building strength to boosting confidence, the session was all about pushing limits and striving for excellence. 🏃♀️🏃 Stay tuned for more highlights!
#BearcatPride🐾










Bearcat Families: This is an important reminder that Tuesday, November 4, 2025, is a staff development day. There will be no school for students. All students should return to school on Wednesday, November 5, 2025.



SDCY leaders recently gathered for two days of collaboration and growth focused on the key areas that drive student success and strengthen our schools. These meetings take place at a different school each time, and these sessions were hosted at Ferguson PreK-8 and Jackson PreK-8. #LeadershipInAction was evident as they conducted learning walks to observe, reflect, and align practices that support our goals.
#BearcatPride🐾
#BearcatPride🐾










October's STEAM Challenge at Smith STEAM Academy was centered around designing and constructing different models of frogs. 🐸 To kick off the day, students heard from Ms. Quillyn Bickley, an employee at Herpetological Associates, who came to talk to the students about why frogs are super heroes.
#BearcatPride🐾
#BearcatPride🐾










Students at Ferguson PreK-8 were rewarded for their hard work and positive behavior at their recent Fall Fest! 🍁 This PBIS reward event was filled with fun, laughter, and festive activities!
#BearcatPride🐾
#BearcatPride🐾










We invite you to attend our district's upcoming Faith-Based Meeting of the 2025-2026 school year! Please see below for more details. Join us as we collaborate in supporting the School District of the City of York!



📢 Join us for our upcoming Budget Listen and Learn Session! 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!



Our Student Services Department recently toured several local community organizations in York City, receiving information about educational and recreational programs and services available to students and families. The team met with organizational leaders and program staff at Crispus Attucks, Martin Library, and Voni B. Grimes gym. The day also consisted of a walking tour of Mural Park in the city's Royal Square neighborhood. Their tour, entitled "Fall in Love with York City", was coordinated by WPSHS school counselor, Dr. Alana Barnes.
#BearcatPride🐾
#BearcatPride🐾

Our Bearcat Marching Band and William Penn JROTC proudly represented the Bearcat community at this year’s Halloween Parade!
Special shoutout to our York High Alumni Band for joining in and continuing a timeless tradition of music, spirit, and #BearcatPride! 🐾
Special shoutout to our York High Alumni Band for joining in and continuing a timeless tradition of music, spirit, and #BearcatPride! 🐾










🔥 This Week’s Athletic Schedule is 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 J.V. Football Game that was scheduled for today, October 27th, has been cancelled.
Please note: The Boys J.V. Football Game that was scheduled for today, October 27th, has been cancelled.

