William Penn Senior High School

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.

4 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.

🔥 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.

🔥 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

William Penn recently brought the energy to Back to School Night with an evening full of connection, resources, and #BearcatPride! 🐾

Families enjoyed free haircuts, stocked up on school supplies, got work permits and ID pictures, and savored delicious food — all while gathering the tools they need for a strong start to the school year.

Here’s to an amazing year ahead at William Penn! 💙🧡

4 months ago, School District of the City of York

Mini-thon Advisory at William Penn Senior High School's Back to School night, standing next to their table.

People visiting a community partner table

English Language Development Department at William Penn Senior High School's Back to School night, standing next to their table.

Families at the back to school night at William Penn

Community Partner at William Penn Senior High School's Back to School night, standing next to their table.

JROTC Department at William Penn Senior High School's Back to School night, standing next to their table.

Food Services Department at William Penn Senior High School's Back to School night, standing next to their table.

Day 8 of our Back-to-School Countdown is all about cafeteria menus!

Good nutrition fuels learning every day. Our cafeteria menus offer balanced meals to keep students energized and ready to succeed.

Families, please review the latest menus and meal options to help plan your child’s school meals.

🍎 View the menus here: https://bit.ly/SDCYFoodServices

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

Graphic for the School District of the City of York's Cafeteria Menus with the words "Your guide to a successful school year include healthy meals! Be sure to check the district's cafeteria menus regularly so you know what delicious and nutritious options are available each day. Access it now on our Food Services Webpage! (Link is in the caption)"

Day 7 of our Back-to-School Countdown is all about attendance!

Being present matters every day. Our attendance policy helps ensure students get the most out of their learning experience.

Families, please review the attendance guidelines to understand how we track attendance and support students.

📖 Learn more here: https://bit.ly/SDCYAttendance

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

Graphic for the School District of the City of York's Attendance Page with the words "Your Guide to a successful school year includes being on time! Access it now on our Attendance Webpage! (Link is in the caption)"

Day 6 of our Back-to-School Countdown is all about staying connected!

SchoolStatus Connect is our new communication tool for the 2025-2026 school year 📲 Families will receive important updates from their student’s school and teachers right to their phone or email. Stay informed, stay engaged, and never miss important news again.

🔗 Learn more and access helpful resources here: https://bit.ly/SDCYSchoolStatus

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

Graphic for the School District of the City of York's School Status Connect with the words "Your guide to a successful school year includes staying connected! Stay up to date with important information and messages coming directly from your teacher and school! Access it now on our School Status Connect Webpage! (Link is in the caption)"

Day 5 of our Back-to-School Countdown is all about our student athletes!

The 2025-2026 Athletics Schedule is available to view! 🏀⚽🏐

Visit the district website to stay up to date on game days, times, and locations. Don’t miss a moment of the action—come out and support our Bearcats!

📲 Check it out here: https://bit.ly/WPAthletics

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

Graphic for the School District of the City of York's Athletics Schedule with the words "Your guide to a successful school year includes showing your Bearcat Pride! Stay up to date with all athletic schedules and come out to support our student-athletes all season long. Access it now on our Athletics Schedule page! (Link is in the caption)"

Day 4 of our Back-to-School Countdown is about being prepared!

With the new school year quickly approaching, we want to remind our Bearcat families to review the District's Uniform Policy to ensure that your student starts the year off strong! 👕

Click here to review the policy ➡️ https://bit.ly/SDCYPolicy

Let's dress for success, Bearcats! 🐾

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

Graphic for the School District of the City of York's Uniform Policy with the words "Your guide to a successful school year starts with being prepared! Make sure you're familiar with the District's Uniform Policy so your student is ready from day one. Access it now on our uniform information page! (Link is in the caption)"

Day 3 of our Back-to-School Countdown is about staying updated and informed!

🗓️ The 2025–2026 Events Calendar is available to view on our district website! Stay updated on all of the important dates and events that will be happening across the district!

📍From early dismissals to holidays—you’ll find it all on our Events Page ➡️ https://bit.ly/25-26Events

Let’s make it a great year, Bearcats! 🐾

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

Graphic for the School District of the City of York's 2025-2026 Events Calendar with the words "Your guide to a successful school year! Stay updated on all of the important dates and events that will be happening across the district! Access it now on our events page! (Link is in the caption)"

Day 2 of our Back-to-School Countdown is all about staying connected!

Make sure your contact information is up to date in the Sapphire Parent Portal so you don’t miss important updates, alerts, or school news.

📝 Take a moment to double-check your phone number, email, and address today!

➡️ https://bit.ly/SDCYSapphire

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

Graphic for the School District of the City of York with the word "Update your contact information! Log into your Sapphire Parent Portal Account with a picture of a mobile phone. Stay informed on important student information for the 2025-2026 school year!"

The halls may be calm for now, but that Bearcat buzz is building. August has arrived, and we’re kicking off our Countdown to School campaign as we get ready to welcome students back for a new year of learning, growing, and rising together.

📅 First Day of School Reminders:
🟠 August 19: PreK, Kindergarten, Grades 8, 9 and 12 should report to school
🔵 August 20: All students in Grades PreK-12 should report to school

Welcome Back Message ➡️ https://bit.ly/Welcomeback25-26

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

First Day of School Update Graphic for the School District of the City of York. On Tuesday, August 19, students in grades PreK, Kindergarten, Grade 8, Grade 9, and Grade 12 will report to school. On Wednesday, August 20, all students in grades PreK-12 will report to school.

Rising 9th graders in the BOSS Program recently received a glimpse of the college life while touring Harrisburg Area Community College's (HACC) Campus.

#BearcatPride🐾

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

Group of students receiving a tour of Harrisburg Area Community College's (HACC) Campus.

Transition Camp recently visited the Central Administration building to learn about various careers in education and also received a tour of the Central Administration building.

#BearcatPride🐾

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

Group of students and one adult sitting at a large table. Two other adults are standing next to the students.

Rising 9th graders in the BOSS Program were filled with thrill and excitement at their recent field trip to iFLY Indoor Skydiving. #BearcatPride🐾

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

Student flying indoors at iFLY with instructor.

One student is smiling while looking at another student who is also smiling.

Two adults and two students posing for a selfie. Both students and one of the adults are holding up the peace sign.

An adult and a student are taking a photo together. The adult is holding up the peace sign.

WPSHS Summer School Program recently held its first Thrive Time Thursday which is designed to encourage students to develop positive mindsets, habits, and choices. During these sessions, students have the opportunity to share real-life experiences that promote emotional wellness and academic persistence while also receiving the necessary tools for goal setting, self-discipline, and resilience. #BearcatPride🐾

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

A group of students engaged in an activity in a high school cafeteria.

WPSHS students in Mr. Kisselbach's class recently learned about the history of World War I through the use of artifacts that were used in the war. #BearcatPride🐾

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

A group of students attentively listens to an instructor demonstrating historical artifacts in a classroom setting.

A teacher demonstrates an object to a group of seated students in a classroom setting, with materials displayed on a table.

A group of individuals listens intently as a person demonstrates artifacts in a classroom filled with educational materials.

A presenter showcases a collection of historical artifacts to an engaged audience in a classroom setting, with educational materials on display.

A display of military memorabilia including medals, badges, helmets, and historical photographs arranged on a table.

☀️ Parent Advisory Council Summer Series Want to support our students and schools? Learn about programs that uplift children and families. 📅 June 30 | 7–8 AM 📅 July 28 | 12–1 PM 📅 August 9 | 11 AM 📍William Penn SHS – Door #15 (S. Pershing & W. College) RSVP here ➡️ https://bit.ly/PACSummerSeries

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

A vibrant flyer for the Parent Advisory Council's Summer Series event at William Penn Senior High School, featuring contact information and RSVP details.

"Ms. Shaver's art students recently designed, cut out, and installed a permanent work of art on the crosswalk in front of WPSHS. The walkway project is an extension of Ms. Shaver and Dr. Little's ongoing "Paint to Beautify" initiative, which has enhanced the halls of WPSHS. This particular artwork project is a collaboration with local artist Annalisa Gojmerac, the mastermind and coordinator behind the beautiful nature walkways found throughout the city. It is also in partnership with Bronley Martin, the Urban Revitalization Manager at the York County Economic Alliance/Downtown Inc." #BearcatPride🐾

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

A group of people stand on a street painted with large animal paw prints, in front of William Penn Senior High School. Traffic cones are visible.

Three individuals work together under a tent, painting large white footprints on a road in preparation for an event.

Two individuals assist a third, who is kneeling and placing white cutouts on a concrete surface in a sunny outdoor setting.

A student wearing gloves sits at a table, cutting fabric pieces, with a classroom and chalkboard in the background.

Two people are working at a table covered with fabric patterns and cutouts, engaged in a crafting or sewing project in a classroom.

White paw prints painted on asphalt, leading toward a school building in a sunny urban setting.

Bearcat Families - Please take some time to update your contact information for the 2025-2026 school year! Visit the Student Services page on our district website at www.ycs.k12.pa.us to log into your Sapphire Parent Portal Account. Stay informed on important student information for the 2025-2026 school year!

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

A digital flyer for the School District of the City of York urges families to update their contact information and log into the Sapphire Parent Portal. It features a student group photo and web address: www.ycs.k12.pa.us.