December Events in the William Penn School District
The William Penn School District’s December 2019 Calendar of Activities/Events is available on the district website. (more…)
The William Penn School District’s December 2019 Calendar of Activities/Events is available on the district website. (more…)
The William Penn School District’s November 2019 SUN Newsletter is available on the district website.
The William Penn School District’s November 2019 Calendar of Activities/Events is available on the district website.
The William Penn School District Board of Directors Community Relations Committee invites students, staff, and families to an upcoming meeting focused on assessing the current strengths, challenges, needs and potential resources regarding the state of school climate in our district.
TOPICS INCLUDE:
• Social-emotional learning initiatives
• Counseling programs
• Trauma-informed and restorative practices
• Youth court
• Cultural competency and cultural relevance
• Encouraging family and community participation
• School discipline and safety
• Social and emotional well-being
Share your experiences and help us identify some next steps!
TWO MEETING DATES:
Wednesday, October 16 – 6:30 pm
Wednesday, November 20 – 4:00 pm
meetings held at WPSD Green Avenue Administration Building, 100 Green Avenue, Lansdowne, PA 19050
According to WPVI, police said Tito Gleplay was last seen around 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday near 3rd and Pine streets.
Around 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, police said Tito was found safe.
No further details have been released.
The William Penn School District community is invited to take part in a small discussion group, about 90 minutes, to provide input on the ideal qualities for your next superintendent. Participation in the Focus Groups is a key part of this process and will provide the community an opportunity to learn more about the search process and to contribute to the development of a leadership profile for the next superintendent by identifying ideal characteristics and discussing the needs of the district.
(Or RSVP to airving@dciu.org with your name and date by October 9, 2019)
Saturday, October 12 – 10:00 am – Penn Wood Middle School
Tuesday, October 22 – 10:00 am – Bell Avenue Elementary School
Wednesday, October 23 – 6:00 pm – Penn Wood High School Green Ave. Campus
Thursday, October 24 – 7:00 pm – Penn Wood High School Cypress St. Campus
All WPSD community members are invited to take the Superintendent Leadership Qualities Survey (available in multiple languages) to give your input about the leadership qualities desired in your next superintendent. Your participation is needed and appreciated. Hard copies are also available at at any district building, including the administrative offices. Please complete surveys by October 4, 2019.
The Superintendent Search is being conducted by the Delaware County Intermediate Unit (DCIU) as a value-added service at no cost to the William Penn School District.
For more information, please go to the Superintendent Search page on the William Penn School District website at www.williampennsd.org or the DCIU website at www.dciu.org.
Officer Austin Gallagher recently bought and installed nets for the Bell Avenue Elementary School basketball court. The community-building gesture helps to build trust and establish communication between police and youths. Watch Fox 29’s coverage of the story below.
The William Penn School District is holding a series of Listening Sessions for residents of all district communities. Officials will be available to listen to concerns and answer questions about anything you want to talk about!
Meetings take place at 7:00 pm at the following locations and dates:
November 5, 2018: Aldan/Aldan Elementary School
December 3, 2018: Darby/Penn Wood Middle School Library
February 4, 2019: East Lansdowne/E. Lansdowne Elementary School
March 4, 2019: Yeadon/Bell Ave. Elementary School
April 1, 2019: Colwyn/Colwyn Borough Hall
May 6, 2019: Lansdowne/Twentieth Century Club
Snacks and refreshments will be provided. Your entire family is welcome!
For questions or more information please contact Pam Bookman at pbookman@wpsd.k12.pa.us