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Recent Videos
🎉 Celebrating Excellence at Penn Wood High School! 🎓
The faculty and staff of Penn Wood High School proudly recognized the incredible achievements of their students at the 2025 Awards Ceremony on June 9th! From academic excellence to leadership, service, and growth, our students continue to make us #WPSDproud every single day.
🌟 Presidential Awards honored seniors with a 3.5 GPA or higher. Congratulations to the 113 members of the Class of 2025 who earned this distinction!
🌟 Educator & Departmental Awards highlighted students who have shown outstanding growth, commitment, and achievement in every subject area.
🌟 Activities Awards recognized students making a difference through clubs, honor societies, arts, athletics, leadership, and more, showcasing the heart of our vibrant school community.
👏 Huge thanks to our teachers, advisors, staff, and families who support and inspire our students all year long.
📄 See the full list of award recipients and honorees here:
https://bit.ly/PWHS_2025Awards
PennWoodProud #WPSDproud #PWHSClassof2025 #WeArePennWood
✨ A proud sendoff at Park Lane Elementary!
On June 13, 6th-grade students were honored in a move-up ceremony that celebrated their accomplishments, growth, and bright futures. With loved ones in the audience and excitement in the air, it was a special day for all.
🎈 The journey has just begun for Aldan Elementary’s youngest scholars!
On June 13, proud families and smiling staff came together to celebrate the Kindergarten Move-Up Ceremony. This heartwarming event marks a significant milestone in the academic journeys of these young students. 🎓❤️
The room was filled with excitement as the students showcased what they learned, received their certificates, and officially took their next step toward first grade.
Way to go, Aldan rising first graders, your future is bright and full of possibilities!
A sendoff to remember at Bell Avenue Elementary!
On June 13, families, friends, and staff gathered to honor the Class of 2031 during a joyful 6th-grade move-up ceremony.
Special guest and William Penn School Board representative Mr. Robert Wright delivered an inspiring keynote address that encouraged students to embrace leadership and believe in their potential.
Adding even more excitement to the day, the Philadelphia 76ers` official drumline, the Stixers, made a surprise appearance! 🥁💥 With drums beating and energy soaring, they led students off the stage and out of the school building for the very last time. An unforgettable exit marked the end of an incredible chapter.
🎓 A day of pride and celebration at Walnut Street Elementary!
On June 12, families and friends gathered to celebrate the proud 6th-grade students during their Move-Up Ceremony. The event was filled with heartfelt moments as students were recognized for their achievements and took the next big step toward middle school.
Congratulations, Walnut students, your journey is just getting started!
🏀🔥 The competition was intense, the crowd was hyped, and the bragging rights were on the line!
On June 11, Penn Wood High School hosted its annual Staff vs. Students Basketball Game, and it did NOT disappoint. Both teams brought the energy, but this year… the staff pulled off a narrow win!
Shout-out to the students for showing up and making this year’s game a special one! There`s never a loser in this game, just school spirit at its finest!
🎉 Big smiles and even bigger futures ahead!
On June 12, Colwyn Elementary celebrated its youngest learners during a joyful Kindergarten Move-Up Ceremony. Families filled the room with pride and excitement as the students sang songs, received certificates, and officially became first graders! 🎓🌟
The celebration was full of laughter, love, and the promise of all the amazing things yet to come.
Congratulations to the rising stars. First grade, here they come!
Got a sneak peek of our Penn Wood High School graduates as they visited their elementary schools and the middle school on June 13th. Teachers and students clapped them out and cheered them as they walked the hallways one last time as WPSD students.
Graduation will take place on Wednesday, June 18th at 10 a.m. at Neumann University.
Congrats 🎓 Bravo 🎉 We`re so proud of you! 😍
Park Lane Elementary held its annual Block Party on Wednesday, June 11, and the energy was through the roof!
From bouncing around in the bounce house to showing off moves to the sounds from DJ Smoove, students enjoyed a day full of fun, games, and community spirit. Friendly competitions kept everyone moving, and the sweet treats kept everyone smiling, with cotton candy, soft pretzels, and refreshing water ice from Fred’s! 🎶🍧🥨
A huge thank you to the staff, volunteers, and families for making it all happen. What a way to celebrate an amazing school year!
The William Penn Jazz Band hosted its 3rd Annual Jazz & Dessert Night at Penn Wood Middle School on May 29th, a magical evening filled with music, celebration, and community!
The high school jazz band performed and featured a standout set from Kehinde and Taiwo Mogaji. There was a short awards ceremony and two special announcements: the 2025 Marching Band show theme and the student leadership team for the upcoming year.
This year’s major award winners were:
🎹 Taiwo Mogaji – Louis Armstrong Jazz Award, recognizing excellence in jazz performance
🎷 Kehinde Mogaji – John Philip Sousa Band Award, honoring leadership and commitment to the band program
Leading the 2025 student leadership team will be:
– Nia’Mora Roberts (Drum Major)
– Lahmae Hampton (Percussion)
– Eva Nabried-Coles (Brass)
– Alishah Poole (Woodwinds)
The event highlighted the dedication and talent of our student musicians. Thanks to everyone who volunteered and came out to join us! We’re already looking forward to the 4th Annual Jazz & Dessert Night next spring.
#WPSDmusic #pennwoodproud
Aldan Elementary School hosted a science fair on June 4. Students presented a variety of projects, showcasing their investigations and findings across different scientific disciplines. The event offered students the opportunity to showcase their understanding of scientific principles and share their work with the school community.