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The Penn Wood High School gym buzzed with excitement on November 22, as it transformed into the scene of the 20th annual basketball alumni game, now officially the Rap Curry Classic. This year, the event paid special tribute to Penn Wood legend and former athletic director, Rap Curry, with a night full of energy and community spirit.
New this year was a skills and 3-point competition featuring the Lady Patriots, who wowed the crowd with their talent and brought an extra dose of excitement to the evening. The current boys` team also took to the court for an intrasquad scrimmage, giving fans a preview of the season to come.
The alumni game was a thrilling match-up between the "young guns" and the "seasoned vets" with high-flying dunks, smooth layups, and three-point shots from all over the court. Athletic Director Leon Howard shared, “The Classic is a great way to celebrate what Rap started. We want to keep the legacy and grow the event as the years go.”
Thank you to all the alumni, fans, and families who came out to support and honor Rap’s lasting legacy. Let’s keep celebrating the community, tradition, and excellence that make Penn Wood basketball so special! 🏀
@pennwoodbasketball @pennwoodgirlsbball @repginacurry
Congratulations to the winners of the Employee of the Quarter award for the first quarter of the 2024-2025 school year! Each recipient received an engraved plaque, a $50 Amazon gift card, flowers, and a balloon, personally delivered by Superintendent Dr. Eric Becoats.
Congratulations to our Q1 winners:
🎉 Kayla Jackson - Penn Wood High School
🎉 Derrick Johnson - Park Lane Elementary School
🎉 Tamiko Laurie - Ardmore Avenue Elementary
🎉 Dr. Patricia Pardini - Penn Wood High School
🎉 Carol Poplawski - Park Lane Elementary School
🎉 Denise Shuler - Walnut Street Elementary School
The Employee of the Quarter award honors those who go above and beyond to make a difference. Let’s celebrate their amazing contributions to our students and in our schools, district, and community! 🙌 #WPSDProud
The Personalized Learning Community (PLC) hosted a social gathering for K-8 students at the William Penn School District administration building on November 22nd. Families, students, teachers, and staff came together for an afternoon of gaming fun, featuring both retro classics and modern consoles! These monthly gatherings are all about building connections, creating memories, and celebrating our community. #WPSDProud 🖥🕹🎮
It takes a team to support public schools! As we wrapped up #americaneducationweek on November 22nd, WPSD staff and students wore their favorite team jerseys or William Penn School District gear to show their team spirit!
Staff at the administration building came together to enjoy a soft pretzel 🥨 and lemonade 🍋 - a tasty way to celebrate teamwork and collaboration 🙌. This fun day was a great reminder that success happens when we work together! #WPSDproud
Thank you to @sentimkearney for visiting our sixth-grade classes at Aldan Elementary School during American Education Week!
On Thursday`s Educator for a Day, Senator Kearney shared about his journey from architect and adjunct professor at @drexeluniv to his career in politics. He spoke about his time as the mayor of Swarthmore, discussed current events, and answered our students’ insightful questions.
Senator Kearney even mentioned his love for sports—playing as a #2 slashing guard in basketball and still playing weekly soccer games. ⚽🏀 One curious student asked if he could dunk, and he confirmed that he could, sparking lots of cheers!
Thank you, Senator Kearney, for inspiring our students with your story and your dedication to our community. We appreciate your time and service! #AmericanEducationWeek #EducatorForADay #WPSDproud #WPSDCommunity
In celebration of American Education Week, State Representative Gina Curry @repginacurry visited Ms. Albert`s 3rd-grade class at East Lansdowne Elementary to share the beloved classic "Ramona Quimby, Age 8" by Beverly Cleary.
This book holds a special place in Rep. Curry`s heart, as it was originally gifted to her daughter during elementary school. After an engaging and inspiring reading session, Rep. Curry generously gifted the book to Ms. Albert`s class, passing on the joy of storytelling.
Thank you, Rep. Curry, for your dedication to education and for creating such a memorable moment for our students! #americaneducationweek
Students across WPSD enjoyed a festive holiday lunch in their school cafeterias today, enjoying turkey, gravy, stuffing, green beans, and a slice of pie to top it all off! Colwyn and East Lansdowne Elementary students were all smiles, giving the meal a big thumbs-up and calling it delicious!
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It was a fantastic way to celebrate the season of gratitude together. #WPSDCommunity
Bell Avenue and East Lansdowne Elementary Schools held their annual book fairs this week! Students enjoyed exploring and picking out new books, bookmarks, and games. These events brought excitement for reading to every grade level.
Thank you to everyone who helped make this year`s book fairs a success!
Thank you to everyone who participated in the ‘Why I ❤️ WPSD`
contest! We loved seeing the heartfelt responses from families across the district, sharing what makes the William Penn School District special to them. It truly shows the pride and community spirit that make WPSD such a wonderful place to learn and grow!
📸 Check out WPEA president Ms. Andrea Fink with a list of the winners in the photo! 📸
We’ll be reaching out to each winner by email to share the good news and arrange delivery of the gift card, courtesy of the William Penn Education Association (WPEA). You can also see the list of winners on our website: williampennsd.org under Recent News.
Thank you for being part of our celebration of #AmericanEducationWeek! Keep sharing what you love about WPSD using #WPSDLove. 🏫✨
Park Lane Elementary School students and staff shared some of the reasons Why They ❤️ WPSD! #AmericanEducationWeek #WPSDLove #WPSDProud
Dr. Eric Becoats kicked off American Education Week by visiting Ms. Mitch’s first grade class at East Lansdowne Elementary School on November 18th! He read “The Buddy Bench” by Patty Brozo and Mike Deas to them and then had a fun discussion about the importance of being kind thoughtful, and inclusive. The students asked a lot of great questions and shared some amazing insights!
Did you know that American Education Week has been celebrated for over 100 years? It all started in 1921 with a goal to raise awareness about the importance of public education. Today, it’s a week-long celebration that brings schools, families, and communities together to recognize the hard work of educators and the power of learning. Let`s keep the spirit alive this week as, together, we make a difference! #WPSDLove #AmericanEducationWeek #WPSDProud
Celebrating an exciting @philadelphiaeagles win at Penn Wood High School! 🦅💚🤍