A group of three William Penn Senior High School students, Yazmily, Ailani, and Isabella, alongside Ms. Dakota Gonda and Mr. Joshua Gross, recently traveled to compete in the annual Pennsylvania Technology Student Association (PA-TSA) State Conference.

Our Bearcats participated in events focused on web site design, data science and analytics, and video production. They also participated in extracurricular interest sessions, such as peer-to-peer speed networking, metallurgy, and early career professional development.

Special shoutout to WPSHS student, Yazmily, for placing in the top 8 out of 20 finalist interviews on her data science report!

#BearcatPride🐾
6 months ago, The School District of the City of York
A group of three William Penn Senior High School students alongside two William Penn Senior High School staff members, recently competed in the annual Pennsylvania Technology Student Association (PA-TSA) State Conference.
A group of three William Penn Senior High School students alongside two William Penn Senior High School staff members, recently competed in the annual Pennsylvania Technology Student Association (PA-TSA) State Conference.
A group of three William Penn Senior High School students alongside two William Penn Senior High School staff members, recently competed in the annual Pennsylvania Technology Student Association (PA-TSA) State Conference.
Congratulations to this year’s William Penn Senior High School Prom Queen, Ericka Goodman and Prom King, Brandon DeShields! 🧡💙

Special shoutout to our entire 2026 Prom Court! 👑 We hope that all of our Seniors had an amazing time!

#BearcatPride🐾
6 months ago, The School District of the City of York
This year's William Penn Senior High School's Prom Queen, Ericka Goodman and Prom King, Brandon DeShields are wearing Prom Queen and King sashes while posing together for a photo.
Two William Penn Senior High School students are posing for a photo together while wearing Prom Royalty sashes.
Two William Penn Senior High School students are posing for a photo together while wearing Prom Royalty sashes.
Two William Penn Senior High School students are posing for a photo together while wearing Prom Royalty sashes.
Two William Penn Senior High School students are posing for a photo together while wearing Prom Royalty sashes.
Two William Penn Senior High School students are posing for a photo together while wearing Prom Royalty sashes.
The WPSHS JROTC Program recently received a special visit from Mr. John Di Donato, United States Army Cadet Command, Chief of 2nd Brigade, JROTC, where he met with William Penn Administration, learned about the program and experienced the growth and achievement of our JROTC Cadets.

#BearcatPride🐾
6 months ago, The School District of the City of York
William Penn Administration and staff with Mr. John Di Donato, United States Army Cadet Command, Chief of 2nd Brigade, JROTC, in JROTC wing.
Dr. Andrea Berry-Brown, Superintendent of Schools, and William Penn Senior High School student, Angelica Morales Vargas, recently attended the Future Leaders of York Luncheon with local school leaders. This program is designed to help high school sophomores and juniors develop leadership skills and build connections with each other and community leaders.

#BearcatPride🐾
6 months ago, The School District of the City of York
Dr. Andrea Berry-Brown, Superintendent of Schools, and William Penn Senior High School student, Angelica Morales Vargas, are standing together in front of a "Leadership York" backdrop.
All William Penn Senior High School students and families are welcome to attend! Join us for a day of fun, purpose, and giving back!

William Penn Senior High School’s MiniTHON is bringing students and families together to support the fight against childhood cancer.

📅 Saturday, May 2, 2026
⏰ 12:00–4:00 PM
📍William Penn Senior High School Gym (Enter through door 33)
Cost: $10 to participate

Click the following link to make a donation to the WPSHS MiniTHON: https://bit.ly/WPSHSMiniTHON2026

Let’s come together #FTK and make an impact!
6 months ago, The School District of the City of York
William Penn Senior High School MiniTHON flyer. Navy background with yellow text detailing event for cancer fundraising on May 2, 2026, 12–4 PM.
Congratulations to the following William Penn Senior High School students who earned Distinguished Honors, High Honors, and Honors for the third marking period! 🐾
6 months ago, The School District of the City of York
List titled "Distinguished Honors" for 9th grade, 10th grade, and 11th grade at William Penn Senior High School. Each grade includes names of students recognized for their achievements. The design features a blue and orange color scheme.
List titled "Distinguished Honors" for 11th grade and 12th grade at William Penn Senior High School. Each grade includes names of students recognized for their achievements. The design features a blue and orange color scheme.
List titled "High Honors" for 9th grade, 10th grade, and 11th grade at William Penn Senior High School. Each grade includes names of students recognized for their achievements. The design features a blue and orange color scheme.
List titled "High Honors" for 11th grade and 12th grade at William Penn Senior High School. Each grade includes names of students recognized for their achievements. The design features a blue and orange color scheme.
List titled "Honors" for 9th grade and 10th grade at William Penn Senior High School. Each grade includes names of students recognized for their achievements. The design features a blue and orange color scheme.
List titled "Honors" for 11th grade and 12th grade at William Penn Senior High School. Each grade includes names of students recognized for their achievements. The design features a blue and orange color scheme.
List titled "Honors" for 12th grade at William Penn Senior High School. Each grade includes names of students recognized for their achievements. The design features a blue and orange color scheme.
We would like to give a special shoutout to WPSHS students, Yuddy Filpo Nunez and Breyson Herrera Lopez, for recently participating in the NAACP York Branch ACT-SO competition! Their dedication, hard work, and commitment to excellence are truly commendable.

Congratulations to WPSHS student, Yuddy Filpo Nunez, on winning Gold in the painting category. Your talent, creativity, and dedication truly shine through your work!

#BearcatPride🐾
6 months ago, The School District of the City of York
Two students are standing outdoors in front of a stone wall, holding certificates of achievement.
A student is standing in a parking lot, holding a colorful painting titled "Harvest of Blessing." Background features trees and houses.
A student is holding a painting that is depicting a woman in glasses and a purple shirt marked “Harvest of Blessing.” Behind her, people are accessing food in a brick food bank setting.
The WPSHS Class of 2029 is having a Chipotle fundraiser today! Show the flyer below at the restaurant when you place your order, or you can order online for pickup using the code below. Thank you for supporting our Bearcats!

Location: 890 Loucks Road, York, PA 17404
Time: 5:00 - 9:00 PM
Online code: FJM7EJX
6 months ago, The School District of the City of York
Flyer for a Chipotle fundraiser featuring a foil-wrapped burrito with text: “Do Good with Chipotle.” Benefits William Penn Senior High School, Class of 2029, on April 18th, 5-9 PM, York, PA.
Flyer for a Chipotle fundraiser featuring a foil-wrapped burrito with text: “Do Good with Chipotle.” Benefits William Penn Senior High School, Class of 2029, on April 18th, 5-9 PM, York, PA.
Join us on Thursday, April 30th, from 6:00-7:00 PM for the William Penn Senior High School Art Show as we celebrate our students' artistic talents, followed by the WPSHS Band & Orchestra Spring Concert that will be held at 7:00 PM in the WPSHS Auditorium (Enter through door 13).

Light refreshments will be provided. Please RSVP using the following link so we can plan accordingly: https://bit.ly/WPArtandMusic

We hope to see you there! 🐾🎶
6 months ago, The School District of the City of York
A vibrant painting of red, white, and yellow flowers in a blue vase. Text reads: "ART SHOW, April 30th, 6-7 PM, William Penn Sr. H.S. Auditorium Lobby."
Illustrated poster for "Band & Orchestra Spring Concert" with hands holding a seedling. Features concert details: April 30, 2026, 7 PM, at William Penn Senior High School Auditorium.
Illustrated poster for "Band & Orchestra Spring Concert" with hands holding a seedling. Features concert details: April 30, 2026, 7 PM, at William Penn Senior High School Auditorium.
Illustrated poster for "Band & Orchestra Spring Concert" with hands holding a seedling. Features concert details: April 30, 2026, 7 PM, at William Penn Senior High School Auditorium.

Come enjoy an evening of choral music performed by the William Penn Senior High School Concert Choir and Singers. The concert is free, and it begins at 7:00 PM, on Tuesday, April 28th, in the WPSHS Auditorium (Enter through door 13). Each song celebrates our collective strength, hope, and joy — "We are One."

Light refreshments will be provided. Please RSVP using the following link so we can plan accordingly: https://bit.ly/WPSpringChoralConcert

We hope to see you there! 🐾🎶 

6 months ago, The School District of the City of York
Illustrated poster for "We Are One" Spring Choral Concert. Two hands are clasped, with colorful swirls and dots in the background. Event details below are listed: 7:00 PM Tuesday, April 28, 2026 in William Penn Senior High School Auditorium.
Illustrated poster for "We Are One" Spring Choral Concert. Two hands are clasped, with colorful swirls and dots in the background. Event details below are listed: 7:00 PM Tuesday, April 28, 2026 in William Penn Senior High School Auditorium.
Illustrated poster for "We Are One" Spring Choral Concert. Two hands are clasped, with colorful swirls and dots in the background. Event details below are listed: 7:00 PM Tuesday, April 28, 2026 in William Penn Senior High School Auditorium.
Throughout the school year, members of District Leadership visit each of our school buildings to greet our teachers and staff with delicious breakfast items to start their day on a positive note. Earlier this morning, members of District Leadership stopped by WPSHS to hand out breakfast items to our amazing teachers and staff. A small gesture that speaks volumes—thank you for all you do for our students and school community!

#BearcatPride🐾
6 months ago, The School District of the City of York
Members of District Leadership recently visited William Penn Senior High School to deliver various breakfast items to teachers and staff.
Members of District Leadership recently visited William Penn Senior High School to deliver various breakfast items to teachers and staff.
Members of District Leadership recently visited William Penn Senior High School to deliver various breakfast items to teachers and staff.
Members of District Leadership recently visited William Penn Senior High School to deliver various breakfast items to teachers and staff.
Members of District Leadership recently visited William Penn Senior High School to deliver various breakfast items to teachers and staff.
Members of District Leadership recently visited William Penn Senior High School to deliver various breakfast items to teachers and staff.
🔥 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! 🐾
7 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.
William Penn Senior High School Spring Keystone Exam Information:

➡️ May 11: Algebra Keystone Assessments
➡️ May 14: Literature Keystone Assessments
➡️ May 15: Biology Keystone Assessments

For more information, please click the following link: https://bit.ly/WPSpringKeystones
7 months ago, The School District of the City of York
2025-2026 Spring Keystone exams dates for William Penn Senior High School: May 11, May 14, and May 15. Includes William Penn Senior High School's logo and the Pennsylvania Keystone Exams logo. There is text at the bottom that says "Click the link in the caption for more details!"
2025-2026 Spring Keystone exams dates for William Penn Senior High School: May 11, May 14, and May 15. Includes William Penn Senior High School's logo and the Pennsylvania Keystone Exams logo. There is text at the bottom that says "Click the link in the caption for more details!"
2025-2026 Spring Keystone exams dates for William Penn Senior High School: May 11, May 14, and May 15. Includes William Penn Senior High School's logo and the Pennsylvania Keystone Exams logo. There is text at the bottom that says "Click the link in the caption for more details!"

The WPSHS Yearbook Committee has yearbooks available for the 2025-2026 school year! If you’re interested in purchasing a yearbook, please view the link below. Be sure to make your purchase by April 20th if you would like free shipping to William Penn Senior High School.

Contact WPSHS Yearbook Advisor, Nichole Sgrignoli via email at sgrignic@ycs.k12.pa.us if you have any questions.

Click the following link to make your purchase: https://bit.ly/25-26YHYearbook

7 months ago, The School District of the City of York
Promotional flyer for the 2026 yearbook with 'Buy Now' at the top. Blue and orange theme with an open book illustration. Price is $30 for hardcover, orders due by 4/20 for free school shipping.
Earlier today, WPSHS students enjoyed a delicious Pancake Bar for their monthly PBIS reward—and William Penn staff had just as much fun celebrating alongside them! 🥞 Excellent job Bearcats!

📸: Photography by Moises Oquendo

#BearcatPride🐾
7 months ago, The School District of the City of York
Two students are standing together in front of a wall in a school cafeteria.
Three William Penn Senior High School administrators are posing together inside of a school cafeteria. Students can be seen nearby in the background.
A group of five students are sitting at a table in a school cafeteria enjoying a meal together.
A district staff member is holding a tray of pancakes while standing in a school cafeteria. Another district staff member can be seen nearby in the background.
A student wearing headphones is sitting at a table in a school cafeteria.
Three district staff members are posing together in a school cafeteria. Another district staff member can be seen nearby in the background.
🔥 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! 🐾
7 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.
Yesterday, the WPSHS Department of College and Career and the Penn State Talent Search Program hosted their annual Career Fair. Students in grades 9-12 had the opportunity to explore a wide range of career paths, connect with professionals, and gain valuable insight into their futures.

A special thank you to all of the businesses and organizations who took the time to inspire and invest in our Bearcats!

#BearcatPride🐾
7 months ago, The School District of the City of York
A bustling college fair inside a school gymnasium filled with students and representatives at booths with colorful tablecloths, engaging in conversations.
A bustling college fair inside a school gymnasium filled with students and representatives at booths with colorful tablecloths, engaging in conversations.
A bustling college fair inside a school gymnasium filled with students and representatives at booths with colorful tablecloths, engaging in conversations.
A bustling college fair inside a school gymnasium filled with students and representatives at booths with colorful tablecloths, engaging in conversations.
A bustling college fair inside a school gymnasium filled with students and representatives at booths with colorful tablecloths, engaging in conversations.
A bustling college fair inside a school gymnasium filled with students and representatives at booths with colorful tablecloths, engaging in conversations.
A bustling college fair inside a school gymnasium filled with students and representatives at booths with colorful tablecloths, engaging in conversations.
A bustling college fair inside a school gymnasium filled with students and representatives at booths with colorful tablecloths, engaging in conversations.
A bustling college fair inside a school gymnasium filled with students and representatives at booths with colorful tablecloths, engaging in conversations.
A bustling college fair inside a school gymnasium filled with students and representatives at booths with colorful tablecloths, engaging in conversations.

Happening tomorrow! This event is open to all district families. Please enter through William Penn's main office.

7 months ago, The School District of the City of York
Flyer for Career Fair 2026 hosted by Penn State Talent Search Program on March 25, 2026, in William Penn Senior High School's Gym. Event is from 9 AM to 12:00 PM, featuring career opportunities. Cartoon figures are climbing blocks. Contact info and event details are provided.
Congratulations to the following WPSHS 11th grade students on receiving Distinguished Honors, High Honors, and Honors for the second marking period!

#BearcatPride🐾
7 months ago, The School District of the City of York
A group of students are holding certificates in a school cafeteria, while standing in front of a screen that has information about a university talent search program. One of the students is kneeling down on the floor.
Three students are holding certificates while standing in front of a school-themed mural with positive messages in a school cafeteria.
A group of students are holding certificates in a school cafeteria, while standing in front of a screen that has information about a university talent search program.
Calling all alumni! 🧡💙

The WPSHS Yearbook Committee has yearbooks available for purchase from previous school years. If you’re interested in purchasing a yearbook, please see the form below for more details. Contact WPSHS Yearbook Advisor, Nichole Sgrignoli via email at sgrignic@ycs.k12.pa.us if you have any questions.

Click here to make your purchase: https://bit.ly/YHYearbook
7 months ago, The School District of the City of York
York High yearbook sale graphic featuring an open yearbook and pen illustration, price is $20. Available years listed at the bottom of the graphic and there is text that says "Click the link in the caption to make your purchase!"