William Penn Senior High School

Special thank you to WGAL Reporter, Morrissey Walsh for highlighting our William Penn STEAM Academy’s “Stories in the Streets” district-wide Little Library Project!

William Penn STEAM Academy students utilized all pillars of the STEAM framework to successfully complete their year-long project with the goal of increasing access to books for our school communities.

Be sure to check out their featured story this evening around 5:55 PM on WGAL!

#BearcatPride🐾

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

William Penn STEAM Academy students recently completed their year-long "Stories in the Streets" district-wide Little Library event.

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 Tia Shifflett! 🎓

#BearcatPride🐾

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

Today was a beautiful showcase of student talent, culture, and #BearcatPride🐾 at William Penn Senior High School! 🇭🇹

In honor of Haitian Flag Day, a group of WPSHS students put together a wonderful student-led performance that honored the rich history, culture, and contributions of our Haitian students and families. From start to finish, the celebration was filled with energy, unity, and appreciation as our Bearcat community came together to celebrate Haitian heritage.

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

A group of William Penn Senior High School students recently performed in the high school auditorium in celebration of Haitian Flag Day.

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

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🐾

3 months 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.

3 months 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.

4 months 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.

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🐾

4 months 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.

4 months 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.

4 months 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.

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 months 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.

4 months 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.

🎶 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

4 months ago, School District of the City of York

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! 🐾

4 months 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

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🐾

4 months 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.”