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Principal Update: July 9
Good Afternoon Colonial Nation, This is Ms. Brewington with an important update regarding students who were in Driver’s Education for the 2nd Semester of this past school year and students who will be participating in Summer Activities and Conditioning Programs. We...
Drivers Education Update
We have received permission to resume our driver education classes starting on Monday July 13th.
2020 Yearbook: SOLD OUT 7/7/2020
2020 Yearbooks are SOLD OUT. Complete included form if you want to receive notification for when the books are available. Also included is a form to voice concerns or ask questions.
Temporary Process for Work Permits
During the COVID-19 State of Emergency, we will utilize the following temporary process for work permits: A minor and/or their parent can go online to the Department of Labor website print the work permit out, complete the middle section (Minors information), have the...
Summer Virtual Credit Recovery: Registration CLOSED (all spots taken)- Updated 6/23/2020
Registration was first-come-first-serve, has filled up, and is now CLOSED. For those that already registered, Summer Credit Recovery will run from June 29, 2020 – July 24, 2020. This will run virtually starting on June 29, 2020. Classes will be held every Monday – Thursday (No classes on Friday). Students must attend one of the two sessions. Read more about attendance policies and session schedules.
Pay Online for Credit Recovery 6/22-6/24/20
As of this afternoon, June 23rd at 3pm, we have reached capacity for our credit recovery summer program. We are not accepting any other applicants at this time.
Graduation 2020: June 25 Update
Click here for the pdf of the letterJune 24th, Good afternoon William Penn Families & Students!!! This is Ms. Brewington, School Principal with a special announcement!! The 2020 Penn Quill has arrived!!! We are super excited to share all of our school memories...
Resources for Holding Coversations about Race and More in 6/2/2020 Edition of Colonial Clippings
We all watched the events in Minneapolis last week and the unfolding frustration, anger, and sadness boil over into violence across the country. At the heart of this incredible display of raw emotion and pain is institutional racism that has plagued this country for far too long. Talking about institutional racism is not simple. It requires courage through conversations and actions. Colonial is committed to confronting racism and it’s systemic impact on our community and doing everything in our power to eliminate it. Included in the Clippings are: Topical Resources for Families; Grab and Go Meal Changes; Chromebook Reminder; Student Belongings Pick Up; Student and Family Wellness Series Continues
Yearbook Update and FREE Digital Signing Pages 6/3/2020
Check out the update on the yearbooks you ordered. PLUS learn about the FREE Yearbook Digital Signing Pages that are available to EVERYONE, regardless if you purchased a yearbook or not.
2020 Undergraduate Awards
Submit a Request to pick up student belongings from WPHS- Form DUE 6/4/20
Students who have belongings inside William Penn may fill out a form to request item pick up. Senior forms are due by June 4th and Underclassmen forms are due by June 16th. Pick up times and information included in this post.
Summer Programs Update 5/26/2020
View update on Summer Programs including WPHS Summer Camp, Credit Recovery, NCC Summer Youth Programs, Weights and Conditioning, Other Support Support and ESY/12-month
Maintaining a Healthy Work/Life Balance
Maintaining a work-life balance is harder than ever with the new “Stay at Home” lifestyle that we are currently living. Check out this article, a quick read from Edutopia, by Lauren Huddleston. The article offers easy guidelines and practical boundaries to promote a healthy work-life balance.
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2020 Senior Awards [Updated Link 5/26/2020]
View the awards ceremony at: https://youtu.be/nh5GOgvj4Ys
From the Superintendent to the Seniors 5/22/2020
Senior Class Update 5/19/2020
Seniors view updates regarding Important Dates, Senior Awards, Last Day of School for Seniors, Drop Off school materials/obligations, Pick up Cap & Gown, Virtual Graduation, Diploma Pick Up, Graduation Pictures, and Yearbook Pick Up.
District Update: May 14, 2020
End of Year Update: During the week of June 15th, schools will allow families to pick up any necessary belongings through a curbside pickup. Specific details will come at a later date for each school.
Five Things About Staying Mentaly Healthy During COVID-19 Outbreak
“In the midst of the battle against the novel #coronavirus (#COVID19), it’s understandable that many Americans may experience heightened distress or anxiety, affecting our thoughts and emotions.”
Check out the short video created by Dr. Joshua Gordan, Director of the National Institute of Mental Health, as he explains five steps to help maintain your mental health and well being during the coronavirus outbreak.
YEARBOOK UPDATE 5/6/2020
There are only 100 copies of the 2020 yearbook left. Online ordering will continue until 5/20/2020 and the cost of the yearbook is $80. The cost of the yearbook is not included in Senior Dues. If you would like to order a yearbook, please visit www.jostensyearbooks.com. All sales are final.
How to Make Your Own Face Covering
View video from the U.S. Surgeon General to learn how to make your own face covering
Seniors: Complete form to order t-shirt and cap & gown sizes by May 8th
Order Shirt & Cap/Gown Due May 8th William Penn High School and The Wallin School will be waiving the Senior dues for all students and will provide each student with a traditional cap and gown. Any student who has previously paid Senior dues will be issued a...
Support for Parents During These Trying Times
Support for Parents During These Trying Times This is the first in a series of intentional communications with Colonial students and families to encourage all of you to allow yourself space and the time to process your personal experience of living through a pandemic...
Colonial Clippings SPECIAL EDITION 5/5/2020
May 5, 2020
Latest Coloinal Clipping 4/28/2020
April 28, 2020
Update: End of Year Senior Events
Dear Class of 2020 Students, Parents and/or Guardians, We hope this letter finds all of you safe and well during this time. As of April 27th, Governor Carney has extended the order to close schools for the remainder of the year. This order, along with mandates to...
We Honor Senior Spring Athletes
On April 24, 2020, we paid tribute to our senior spring athletes who will be missing their final Colonial season. Along with many other schools around the state, William Penn ran 20:20 off the football scoreboard at 8:00 pm for a ‘Friday Night Lights’ tribute to the senior athletes from the class of 2020.
Colonial School District Update
Today Governor John Carney announced that students will not be returning to school on May 18th as originally hoped. Due to the continuing COVID health crisis, school buildings will remain closed to the public through the end of this school year.
Latest Colonial Clipping 4/23/2020
April 23, 2020 Congratulations to Mr. Doody and Ms. Marsett on their accomplishment of becoming Yale Fellows! William Penn High School is...
WPHS Nurses Available via Zoom
Attention Colonial Parents/Guardians: William Penn High School Nurse’s will be offering office hours via Zoom, Monday-Friday, 12:30- 2PM. If you’d like to update or express any concerns to the nurse’s about your child’s health and wellness, please feel free to contact...
WP School Based Health Center is here for you!
COVID 19 UPDATE: We are still here for you! Send a text message to 302-285-9661 Although the school is closed at this time, our School Based Health Center staff are here for you. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911. If you have a mental health emergency,...
1-Minute Mindfulness Exercises
Self-care is so important, allowing one to help manage stress, ease anxieties and help to find relaxation during the emotional ups and downs. Check out some “1 Minute Mindfulness Exercises” from PsychCentral. The article has several 1-minute activities to help calm and refocus the mind.
From the Principal: 4/21/20
Good Evening William Penn Families and Students: This is Ms. Brewington with an important update regarding the grading practices that will take place for the 4th marking period of remote learning at William Penn High School. Due to the unexpected closure of school,...
Important Letter to Seniors
April 20, 2020 Dear Class of 2020 Students, Parents and Families: Our hearts go out to you. We can only imagine what you may be feeling during this time. We understand that graduating from high school is a once in a lifetime event. We also recognize that this...
Student Dress Code
CSD Expectation for Student Dress-English (8-15-17)
Student Activities, Clubs & Athletics Contacts
Activity Contact Info FY18