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.
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.

Jackson Bearcats in Ms. Jen & Ms. Bambi's Pre-K classrooms recently went on an exciting field trip to Fun City. Students engaged in an active learning experience that supported gross motor development, balance, coordination, social skills, and confidence. From jumping and climbing to swinging, sliding, and running, it was a day full of adventures and learning!

#BearcatPride🐾

17 days ago, The School District of the City of York
Jackson Pre-K students recently went on a field trip to Fun City.
Jackson Pre-K students recently went on a field trip to Fun City.
Jackson Pre-K students recently went on a field trip to Fun City.
Jackson Pre-K students recently went on a field trip to Fun City.
Jackson Pre-K students recently went on a field trip to Fun City.
Jackson Pre-K students recently went on a field trip to Fun City.
Jackson Pre-K students recently went on a field trip to Fun City.
Jackson Pre-K staff recently accompanied Jackson Pre-K students on a field trip to Fun City.
Jackson PreK-8 Bearcats were recently recognized for completing the final day of their PSSA Saturday program as they prepared for the testing season. We’re proud of their dedication, focus, and commitment to success.

Good luck to all of our Bearcats as they continue with the testing season! 📝

#BearcatPride🐾
22 days ago, The School District of the City of York
A group of students are holding certificates while posing on school steps under a "Jackson School" sign.
Fun Friday post!

Jackson PreK-8 students recently celebrated their big win in the staff vs. student volleyball game with a well-earned treat from Rita’s. Way to go Bearcats! 🎉🍧

#BearcatPride🐾
about 2 months ago, The School District of the City of York
Jackson PreK-8 administrators are standing with a group of students in an open area. The students are holding Rita cups in their hands, with some of them putting their thumbs up.
Curiosity was in the air at Jackson PreK-8’s Science Night! 🌱🧪

Families and staff explored science through various hands-on experiments. From creating DIY lava lamps to using solar energy to create blueprint images and more, it was an evening full of creativity!

#BearcatPride🐾
3 months ago, The School District of the City of York
A young boy and a district staff member are sitting at a table in a school cafeteria. The young boy is joyfully digging into a blue pot of soil, while a district staff member is smiling at him. A board that has plant parts on it can be seen nearby on the table.
An adult man, a young girl, and a district staff member are standing outside in a parking lot behind a table that has a phone and colorful craft items on it.
A group of five students are gathered around a table in a school cafeteria engaging in a planting activity. They are using soil that is in a blue pot as well as plastic spoons. A district staff member can be seen sitting at the table observing the students.
A young boy is sitting at a table in a school cafeteria, surrounded by three adults, including district administration. Laptops, drinks, and papers can be seen on the table.
A young girl is dipping her hand into a black bin on a table in a school cafeteria. Other people and art supplies can be seen nearby.
Two district staff members and two students are gathered around a table in a school cafeteria, examining a craft in a black bin.
Two district staff members and two students are gathered around a table in a school cafeteria, engaging in a science experiment with pipettes and small containers.
A group of three people, including a district staff member, a man and a young girl are sitting at a table in a school cafeteria. The district staff member is looking at the young girl who is holding a test tube in her hand. A man can be seen sitting to the left of the young girl. There is a poster and science materials that can be seen on the table. Another person can be seen in the background sitting at another table.
Jackson PreK-8 staff put on a wonderful concert for students to celebrate the holiday season! #BearcatPride🐾
5 months ago, The School District of the City of York
A group of district staff members are performing in a school gym to an audience of seated children. Musicians are playing various instruments, and festive decorations creating a joyful atmosphere.
A man is playing a guitar beside a large screen displaying holiday song lyrics. Children in festive attire, including Santa hats and reindeer antlers, are watching eagerly in a school gym.
A school gym performance with a woman at a keyboard covered in festive cloth, and a man playing bass. Children are seated on the floor watching attentively.
Two musicians are playing acoustic guitars, one wearing a Santa hat, while a woman is standing nearby. Children are sitting on a school gym floor, watching a festive performance.
A group of children are sitting on a school gym floor watching a holiday-themed performance with musicians on stage. A screen is displaying "Happy Holidays" with a lit Christmas tree.
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!
5 months ago, The School District of the City of York
A group of five students are holding certificates in a school classroom while three district staff members are standing with them.
A district staff member is posing with a group of ten students who are holding certificates in a school classroom. A "Lunch Recess" slide is displayed behind them.
Jackson PreK-8’s Gratitude Parade was filled with smiles, celebration and thankfulness! Families, staff, and community members cheered our students on as they paraded through the community showing off their creativity and #BearcatPride! 🐾

Special shoutout to the William Penn Marching Band and York High Bearcat Varsity Cheerleaders for their amazing performances! 🧡💙
6 months ago, The School District of the City of York
A group of district staff members and students are standing in the middle of a street holding colorful balloons that are shaped like stars and animals.
A group of district staff members and students are standing in the middle of a street wearing antler headbands, holding orange balloons and crafts.
A district staff member and a group of students are standing in the middle of a street holding a colorful banner that says "Jackson Kindergarten" and is covered with multicolored handprints.
A group of six students are standing in the middle of a street holding a "Jackson 2025 Student Council BearCats" banner. Some of the students are wearing yellow slashes.
A group of students are parading down a street, wearing colorful balloon hats. Some of the students are holding a decorated sign.
A group of students from the William Penn Marching Band are wearing Santa hats and carrying red flags while walking down a street in a parade.
The William Penn Marching Band are playing instruments, including saxophones and clarinets, while wearing Santa hats. They are walking down a residential street.
The York High Bearcat Varsity Cheerleaders are holding orange and blue pom-poms in the air, while standing next to members of the William Penn Marching Band who are holding drums in their hands. Yellow cones are lining the road.
The York High Bearcat Varsity Cheerleaders are standing in the middle of a street holding orange and blue pom-poms.
A group of students and district staff members who are apart of the William Penn Marching Band are standing outside wearing Santa hats and holding musical instruments and red flags.
A special shoutout to Jackson PreK-8 parent, Sophane Ricot and her family, on recently receiving the Celebrating Families Award, exemplifying what it means to be a dedicated partner in education.

#BearcatPride🐾
6 months ago, The School District of the City of York
A group of four adults, including district staff members and four children are standing in front of a "Welcome!" sign on a wall. One of the adults is holding a fruit basket in her hand.

Jackson 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.

During the presentation, Jackson students and staff proudly shared all the amazing things happening at their school.

Thank you, Jackson, for your commitment to excellence and community!

#BearcatPride🐾

6 months ago, The School District of the City of York
A group of district staff members and students posing together in a lobby area.
A student speaking at a podium in a conference room surrounded by district Administration, School Board members and the community.
A student speaking at a podium in a conference room surrounded by district Administration, School Board members and the community.
A district staff member speaking at a podium in a conference room surrounded by district Administration, School Board members and the community.
A district staff member speaking at a podium in a conference room surrounded by district Administration, School Board members and the community.
A district staff member speaking at a podium in a conference room surrounded by district Administration, School Board members and the community.
Join us for an evening focused on social-emotional learning!
・Thursday, December 4
・ 5:00–7:00 PM
・ Goode PreK-8 School
・ PreK–2nd Grade Families

Enjoy a free Olive Garden dinner
Parents: Interactive learning session
Children: Dance fun with Children’s Movement Circus

RSVP Today ➡️ https://bit.ly/PreKSELEvent

A night of family fun, connection, and growth. We can’t wait to see you there!
6 months ago, The School District of the City of York
Flyer titled 'Big Feelings, Little Learners' invites families to an event on December 4th, 5-7 PM, at Goode School. Includes a free Olive Garden dinner, interactive learning session, and dance fun with Children's Movement Circus.
Flyer titled 'Big Feelings, Little Learners' invites families to an event on December 4th, 5-7 PM, at Goode School. Includes a free Olive Garden dinner, interactive learning session, and dance fun with Children's Movement Circus.
Flyer titled 'Big Feelings, Little Learners' invites families to an event on December 4th, 5-7 PM, at Goode School. Includes a free Olive Garden dinner, interactive learning session, and dance fun with Children's Movement Circus.
SDCY needs a physical exam on file for students in Kindergarten, 6th, and 11th grade.

• If your student has already had a physical, ask their doctor for a copy and submit it online or turn it in to the school nurse.

• If your student has not had a physical yet, please schedule an appointment as soon as possible to stay up to date.

For more info, visit our website ➡️ https://bit.ly/SDCYHealth
6 months ago, School District of the City of York
Graphic that says "Reminder, student physicals are required. Students need a doctor's physical in Kindergarten, 6th and 11th grade, Turn in your form to the school nurse or submit it online. Schedule an appointment if your student doesn't have one yet."
Graphic that says "¡Se requieren exámenes físicos para los estudiantes! Los estudiantes necesitan un examen físico médico en kínder, sexto y undécimo grado. ¡Entrega el formulario a la enfermera escolar o envíalo en línea! Recordatorio Programe una cita si su estudiante aún no tiene una."
Graphic that says "Egzamen fizik elèv yo obligatwa! Elèv yo bezwen yon egzamen fizik nan men doktè a nan jadendanfan, 6yèm ak 11yèm ane. Remèt fòm ou a bay enfimyè lekòl la oubyen soumèt li sou entènèt! Rapèl Pran yon randevou si elèv ou a poko genyen youn."
Jackson PreK-8 recently hosted a fun-filled Literacy Night, where students, staff, and families came together to celebrate the joy of reading! From engaging activities to read alouds, it was a night that inspired a love for literacy across all ages.

#BearcatPride🐾
7 months ago, The School District of the City of York
A smiling girl is holding up an orange mat with a clay elephant and the letters "E" and "L" made from dough in a school cafeteria. A person can be seen in the background.
A young girl is focusing on assembling colorful geometric shapes in a school cafeteria. Other children and learning materials can be seen in the background.
A young woman is sitting down reading a book to a young girl who is also sitting down at a table eating a bag of chips in a school cafeteria. Other children can be seen in the background.
An adult and a young boy are standing in a school cafeteria holding a book titled "This Little Chick." Other children can be seen in the background.
Three children and an adult are playing an educational game in a school gym. Colorful cards and dice are on the floor, creating a playful and engaging learning environment.
Three young girls and an adult are engaging in a group activity in a school gym using exercise equipment, chairs, and a basketball hoop.
A district staff member is guiding two young boys in an activity in a school gym with colorful squares.
A district staff member and two young boys are playing in a school gym. One of the boys is catching a large blue die. Colorful cards can be seen nearby on the floor.
A district staff member and two young boys are playing in a school gym. One of the boys is throwing a large blue die. Colorful cards can be seen nearby on the floor.
Jackson PreK-8 Principal, Ms. Smallwood and a district staff member are engaging with three young children in a school gym. Colorful cards and dice can be seen nearby on the floor.
Exciting things are happening at Jackson PreK-8!

We’re thrilled to introduce Jackson’s first ever Student Council! These outstanding students are stepping up as leaders, ready to represent their peers and help make their school community an even better place to learn and grow. Join us in congratulating our Bearcats! 🎉

#BearcatPride🐾
7 months ago, The School District of the City of York
A graphic of Jackson PreK-8's Student Council members for the 2025-2026 school year. Each of the student's names and roles are mentioned on the graphic.
District leadership and a group of students standing under a sign that reads "Welcome to JACKSON PREK-8 MAIN ENTRANCE".
Join us for our Play and Learn Series! This free program is open to children from newborn to age 4 and their parent or guardian. Come explore, learn, and play together in a fun and engaging environment.

Check out the flyer for more information — we look forward to seeing you!
7 months ago, The School District of the City of York
Flyer for "First 10 Play & Learn Series" detailing a 6-session event for kids aged birth to 4 at Keystone Kidspace, York, PA, with activities like storytime, music, crafts. Dates: October 11 to November 15, 8-10 AM. Free entry and meals. Image of joyful kids playing.
Flyer for "First 10 Play & Learn Series" detailing a 6-session event for kids aged birth to 4 at Keystone Kidspace, York, PA, with activities like storytime, music, crafts. Dates: October 11 to November 15, 8-10 AM. Free entry and meals. Image of joyful kids playing.
Flyer for "First 10 Play & Learn Series" detailing a 6-session event for kids aged birth to 4 at Keystone Kidspace, York, PA, with activities like storytime, music, crafts. Dates: October 11 to November 15, 8-10 AM. Free entry and meals. Image of joyful kids playing.
A big thank you to Phi Sigma Sigma of York College of Pennsylvania for their generous donation of school supplies to Jackson PreK-8! Your contribution makes a difference in helping our students learn, grow, and succeed. 📚✏️

#BearcatPride🐾
7 months ago, The School District of the City of York
York College of Pennsylvania's Phi Sigma Sigma Sorority members and Jackson PreK-8's Assistant Principal, Ms. Philo standing in front of a wall titled "WELCOME!" in a school office area. Some of the girls are holding baskets in their hands that are filled with school supplies.
Hannah Penn PreK-8 and Jackson PreK-8 kicked off our district’s Open Houses with an evening full of connection and #BearcatPride! 🐾
8 months ago, The School District of the City of York
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.
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.
9 months ago, The School District of the City of York
Two students posing together in front of a colorful backdrop with a calendar reminder about a school holiday on September 1.
Two students posing together in front of a colorful backdrop with a calendar reminder about a school holiday on September 1.
Two students posing together in front of a colorful backdrop with a calendar reminder about a school holiday on September 1.
Jackson PreK-8 brought the energy at their recent Back to School Night with an evening full of connection, resources, and #BearcatPride! 🐾

Families enjoyed a petting zoo, haircuts, cute hairstyles, and much more!

Here’s to an amazing year ahead at Jackson! 🧡💙
9 months ago, The School District of the City of York
Two district staff members posing behind a table that says "Adventure Awaits" while standing in front of a brick wall.
A district staff member and a student hugging each other. People can be seen in the background.
Six district staff members posing behind a table with papers and pens on it while standing in front of a brick wall.
An adult and a student are petting a horse while a small child is drinking out of a cup that has a spoon in it.
A girl scout employee posing at a table that has different materials on it.
Two students playing with a unicorn. One student is getting ready to throw a ring on the unicorn.
A barber giving a Jackson PreK-8 student a haircut.
A barber giving a Jackson PreK-8 student a haircut.
A barber giving a Jackson PreK-8 student a haircut.
A barber giving a Jackson PreK-8 student a haircut.