The William Penn JROTC proudly welcomed members of the ELKs Lodge #213 during their recent visit at William Penn Senior High School. We would like to thank the ELKs Lodge #213 for their generous donation of a new American Flag to WPSHS.

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3 months ago, The School District of the City of York
Two women are assembling a U.S. flag, while standing in a school classroom surrounded by desks and a whiteboard. A district staff member in military uniform can be seen standing nearby in the background.
A group of students, a district staff member, and local community members are standing in front of a whiteboard and an American flag in a school classroom.
A group of three women are standing in a school classroom, each of them holding a navy "Bearcat Battalion" T-shirt with a Bearcat graphic.
🔥 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! 🐾

The Hoops for Harmony Tournament will be held from January 16, 2026 to January 19, 2026. For more information, click here: https://bit.ly/2026HoopsforHarmony
3 months ago, The School District of the City of York
Bearcats Athletic Schedule for the School District of the City of York.
Bearcats Athletic Schedule for the School District of the City of York.
Two Bearcat Alumni, Itammar Sanon and Abdul Hinton recently represented York as champions for inclusion, raising over $1800 for Best Buddies international. WPSHS has been a part of Best Buddies international for the past four years. This organization has created lifelong friendships between students with autism and IDD and their peers.

To learn more about the WPSHS Best Buddies Club, we encourage you to follow their Instagram account: WPSHS_inclusion.

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3 months ago, The School District of the City of York
former William Penn Senior High School students are standing together, wearing purple "Champion" sashes. A woman is standing at a podium behind them with a colorful backdrop.
A group of district staff members, former students, and current students are sitting around a table at an elegant event. Plates of salad, candles, and drinks can be seen on the table.
WPSHS students took the next step toward their academic futures at the recent York City Dollars for Scholars information session. Students had the opportunity to engage in a panel discussion with Bearcat Alumni, while also getting started on their scholarship applications.

York City Dollars for Scholars works to make post-secondary educational success possible for every York City student by providing scholarships and mentorship to support their journey to and through college or career programs.

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4 months ago, The School District of the City of York
A district staff member and a student are standing in a school library, engaging in discussion while looking at a laptop. Other people can be seen sitting at tables in the background.
A student is sitting at a table in a school library typing on a laptop. Other people can be seen sitting at tables in the background.
Two students are standing in a school library near a whiteboard. One of the students is wearing headphones.
A group of four students are sitting around a table in a school library, working on laptops and other electronic devices. Other people can be seen in the background.
A district staff member is standing in front of a screen, speaking to a group of students who are seated at tables in a school library.
A group of William Penn Senior High School alumni students are sitting in front of a whiteboard in a row in a school library.
A group of William Penn Senior High School alumni students are standing together in front of a whiteboard in a school library.
The William Penn JROTC Bearcat Battalion recently celebrated a change of command, recognizing the service of outgoing commander Cadet/LTC Jonathan Gomez and welcoming incoming commander Cadet/LTC Jade Rivera. This ceremony reflects the program’s continued commitment to citizenship, leadership, and service to the community.

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4 months ago, The School District of the City of York
A group of uniformed students are standing in formation in a school classroom. One student is holding a flag labeled "High School." The mood is formal and organized. Posters and information are displayed on the walls.
A group of students in military uniforms are standing in formation in a school classroom. One student is holding a flag. A mural on the wall is depicting a person helping another climb.
A military officer in camouflage is handing a flag to a cadet in uniform during a ceremony. Lined-up cadets observe solemnly. A mural on the wall is depicting a person helping another climb.
A group is standing solemnly in a school classroom, including people in military uniforms. A mural of one person helping another is on the wall.
Three uniformed individuals are standing in a line, facing an instructor at a podium with an American flag. The room has military decor with flags and a colorful bulletin board.
A young woman in a military uniform is standing at a lectern with an American flag beside her. A young man in uniform is standing to the right of her. A whiteboard with notes and a background of orange and black walls are visible.
A man in military uniform is speaking at a podium adorned with various stickers. An American flag is next to his left and a uniformed individual is standing to his right, near a whiteboard.
Two students in military uniforms are standing at a podium in a school classroom. An American flag is to their left, and a whiteboard filled with notes is behind them.
Two JROTC cadets in formal uniforms flank an army officer in camo. They are standing in a school classroom, with flags and a mural in the background.
Congratulations to our girls indoor track team on their 1st place win this past weekend! Their 4x200m relay squad won the event at a meet for the second time this season.

Good luck to the team on finishing the rest of the season! 🧡💙

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4 months ago, The School District of the City of York
Orange poster celebrating York High Indoor Track & Field's 1st place in girls' 4x200m relay. Features photos of four student athletes smiling with medals while standing in front of a wolf mural. Text includes names and Alvernia University location.
🔥 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! 🐾
4 months ago, The School District of the City of York
Bearcats Athletic Schedule for the School District of the City of York.
WPSHS students were all smiles as they decorated their gingerbread houses for the holidays! #BearcatPride🐾
4 months ago, The School District of the City of York
A student is sitting at a desk in a school classroom, holding up a gingerbread house. Other people can be seen in the background.
A student is sitting at a desk in a school classroom, looking down at a gingerbread house.
A student is sitting at a desk with a gingerbread house in front of him.
A district staff member and a student are decorating a gingerbread house in a school classroom. Other people can be seen in the background.
A student is sitting at a desk in a school classroom, holding up a gingerbread house. Other people can be seen in the background.
A student is sitting at a desk in a school classroom, holding up a gingerbread house. Other people can be seen in the background.
A district staff member is observing two students who are decorating gingerbread houses.
A district staff member is giving a fist bump to a student who is sitting at a desk in a school classroom.
🔥This Week and Next 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! 🐾
4 months ago, The School District of the City of York
Bearcats Athletic Schedule for the School District of the City of York.
Bearcats Athletic Schedule for the School District of the City of York.
As part of their Annual Holiday Sharing Tour, the William Penn Singers and Light Up Ensemble made a stop at the Central Administration Building before going to visit local nursing homes to spread more holiday cheer!

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4 months ago, The School District of the City of York
A choir group is standing in a semicircle behind a seated conductor playing a keyboard. They are holding songbooks and performing in a conference room. A decorated Christmas tree is visible to the side, adding a festive touch.
A small ensemble is performing in a conference room with large windows. The group includes violinists, a cellist, and a double bassist. A colorful quilt is hanging on the wall behind them.
A group of musicians are playing brass and woodwind instruments beside a decorated Christmas tree in a conference room.

We would like to congratulate the following William Penn Senior High School students on being selected to represent William Penn and the district in the Annual York County High School Honors Band Festival.

🐾 Klarra Derr (9th grade/Bass Clarinet)
🐾 Yury Hernandez (11th grade/Flute)
🐾 Manuel Garcia (11th grade/Tenor Sax)
🐾 Francisco Soto (11th grade/Trumpet)
🐾 Sha'Nyah Spencer (12th grade/Clarinet)

These musicians will join approximately 148 other 9th-12th grade band students representing 19 schools and school districts across York County. The festival will conclude with a concert on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at 2:30 PM in South Western High School's auditorium (200 Bowman Road, Hanover, PA 17331). The doors will open at 2:00 PM. Tickets are $10.00, can be purchased at the doors, and all seats are general admission.

Join us in congratulating our Bearcats!

4 months ago, The School District of the City of York
Five band students are standing in a school classroom holding their musical instruments, including a trumpet, saxophone, clarinet, and flute, smiling in a music room.

In collaboration with the William Penn Student Services team, Family First Health invites all SDCY families and staff, to our Student Services Night on Thursday, January 15, 2026, from 5:00-7:00 PM in the William Penn Senior High School Cafeteria (Door #15).

This event will highlight available health services, including school-based health centers, the Mobile School Dentist program, and community health services at the George Street Center, with giveaways available while supplies last. We hope to see you there!

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4 months ago, The School District of the City of York
Flyer for Family First Health Student Service Night on January 15, 2026, 5-7 PM at William Penn Cafeteria. Includes sections in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole. Highlights services like William Penn Senior High Health Center and Mobile School Dentist. Features images of a group holding a banner and a reception area. Keywords: health services, community event, multilingual.
For December’s PBIS event at WPSHS, students were invited to enjoy a Hot Chocolate Bar with their peers for being great leaders and showing their commitment to excellence!

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4 months ago, The School District of the City of York
A group of students are gathered around a table filled with hot chocolate supplies and toppings in a school cafeteria. A large "BEARCAT" sign can be seen above.
A group of four students are sitting at a cafeteria table in a school cafeteria, eating and talking with one another. There is a sign in the background that reads "Home of the BEARCATS WILLIAM PENN SR HIGH SCHOOL."
A group of district staff members are setting up a table with assorted pastries and snacks in a school cafeteria. A group of students can be seen sitting nearby at a table having a discussion with a district staff member.
A group of students are gathered around a digital screen showing a cozy fireplace in a school cafeteria. A sign that says "BEARCAT NATION" can be seen on the wall.
A group of eight district staff members and a student are standing in front of a digital screen displaying a cozy fireplace.
Two people can be seen dumping packets of hot cocoa mix into Christmas-themed paper cups. The table is filled with multiple paper cups that are decorated with snowflakes and snowmen.
Boxes of candy canes are lined up on a table, with loose candy canes and open bags of colorful foil-wrapped chocolates scattered in front.
Congratulations to the following students who were recently recognized at the Freshman PRIDE Awards Assembly for their hard work, achievements, and commitment to excellence during the first marking period. We are so proud of our Bearcats for showing what it means to lead with PRIDE—keep shining and striving for greatness!

Special shoutout to Ms. Lettie Smith on receiving the Freshman Academy Teacher Award!

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4 months ago, The School District of the City of York
A group of district staff members and students are standing on stage, with some of them holding certificates.
A group of students are standing on stage, holding certificates.
A group of students are standing on stage, holding certificates.
A group of students are standing on stage, holding certificates.
A district staff member is serving a group of students at a buffet table with cookies, brownies, and other snacks in a school library.
A group of William Penn Senior High School students, accompanied by Ms. Schmuck and Mr. Gross, recently attended Harrisburg University of Science and Technology's Inaugural Computer Science Day. There were 8 teams, comprised of students from 10 different schools. Throughout the day, these teams worked on a variety of computer science related projects, from creating a text-based adventure game to performing security tests on a web application.

Dalbeuris Franco and Lizevel Duran were on the winning team, and a team comprised of only William Penn students, Dimir Andino, Alicia Gonzalez Mercado, Isabella Hernandez, Leeandrew Berdecia, and Saniyah Brooks won second place. Congratulations to our Bearcats on their efforts and for representing WPSHS with #BearcatPride! 🐾
4 months ago, The School District of the City of York
A group of three students are collaborating on a tech project, examining circuit boards on a table. Another student can be seen nearby.
A group of four students are collaborating on a tech project, examining circuit boards on a classroom table. Other people can be seen in the background.
Two students are collaboratively assembling a circuit board at a table. One of the students is reading a manual while the other is observing.
A student is sitting at a table with electronics and a water bottle, engaging in a discussion with a district staff member. Two students can be seen standing behind them in the background.
A group of students are holding gold and green boxes while standing outside in front of a concrete wall.
Thank you to the Peyton Walker Foundation for their generous donation of a climate-controlled AED cabinet at William Penn Senior High School’s athletic fields. This installation ensures 24/7/365 access to life-saving equipment for students, staff, and athletes who use the surrounding fields and facilities. We are grateful for this partnership and the commitment to keeping our Bearcat community safe! #BearcatPride🐾
4 months ago, The School District of the City of York
District staff members and community members are standing near a SaveStation machine and a mannequin.
District staff members and community members are standing near a SaveStation machine and a mannequin, cutting a ribbon.
District staff members and community members are standing near a SaveStation machine and a mannequin, cutting a ribbon.
A woman and two boys are standing near a SaveStation machine and a mannequin, with one of the boys and the woman doing a heart gesture.
🔥 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! 🐾
4 months ago, The School District of the City of York
Bearcats Athletic Schedule for the School District of the City of York.
Our William Penn Senior High School Winter Holiday Concert was a wonderful showcase of our students’ hard work and musical talent! Their performances filled the auditorium with holiday spirit. Thank you to all who attended!

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4 months ago, The School District of the City of York
A choir composed of fourteen individuals dressed in black attire are performing on stage in a concert setting. They're standing in rows, singing with a conductor and pianist.
A choir composed of fourteen individuals dressed in black attire are performing on stage in a concert setting. They're standing in rows, singing with a conductor and pianist.
A symphony orchestra on stage, musicians with string instruments, a conductor in motion in a concert setting. Red poinsettias line the stage for a festive mood.
A symphony orchestra on stage, musicians with string instruments in a concert setting. Red poinsettias line the stage for a festive mood.
A symphony orchestra on stage, musicians with string instruments, a conductor in motion in a concert setting. Red poinsettias line the stage for a festive mood.
A jazz band performs on stage, featuring a group of musicians wearing black with red ties in a concert setting. They are playing various instruments.
A choir of 30 singers stands on stage in blue robes with orange stoles, singing in a concert setting. A conductor and pianist accompany them.
A choir of individuals in blue and orange robes are singing on stage in a concert setting. A pianist accompanies them.
A group of WPSHS students recently engaged in a two-day panel discussion where they offered helpful testing strategies to their peers ahead of the upcoming Keystone exams. From smart study routines to managing stress, our student leaders shared tools to help everyone succeed.

Good luck to our WPSHS Bearcats as they begin Keystone testing tomorrow!

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5 months ago, The School District of the City of York
Students are sitting around a table in a school library, focused on writing and studying. Books and drinks can be seen on the table.
A district staff member is pointing to a smart board that has algebra on it in a school library. Students are sitting at tables observing and taking notes.
A school library filled with students who are sitting at wooden tables, facing a screen where two student presenters are standing near a smart board.
A school library filled with students who are sitting at tables, focusing on a district staff member who is standing near a smart board displaying a graph.
🔥 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! 🐾
5 months ago, The School District of the City of York
Bearcats Athletic Schedule for the School District of the City of York.