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In case you haven't heard, there is an epidemic occurring at William Penn. An Epidemic of Learning. Learning is happening everywhere. In the classrooms students are acquiring the knowledge and skills required to be successful in high school and beyond. Search our web site or come in for a visit to experience the epidemic.
Jeffrey Menzer, Ed.D; Principal
DE State School Closing Information
Please make sure you review and complete your summer assignments.
Attention Athletes, Cheerleaders & Band Members
Due to the William Penn Wellness Center being closed to sports physicals from June 3rd through August 7th we are providing a list of alternative locations for a Sports Physical. As always remember your Primary Care Physician is the best place to receive a physical.
You may call starting August 10th to make appointments for Sports Physicals before the season starts August 15th. Our number is 324-5740.
Men's Soccer Players
If you have questions about the Fall Season, please refer to this document. If you have any additional questions, please contact Coach Nuneville.
WP Students Shine in the Classroom and on Stage!
This year, four WP students are performing in the Delaware All-State Theater production of West Side Story. Our congratulations to Kyle Crowther, Jennifer Figureoa, Avery Miller, and Emmanuel Berthelot.
Outstanding JROTC Instructor
Congratulation to MSgt Rush, William Penn High School's AFJROTC Aerospace Science Instructor on being selected as an Outstanding JROTC instructor. Only 20% (386) of 1,930 total instructors worldwide were selected for this award. His commitment to our JROTC program and school environment in general is evident every day!
Super Stars in Education
Congratulations to Marsha Evans for being recognized as a "Super Star in Education" for her
Math Program for At-Risk Students.
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Brian Fields ('09) to play in USA Football's 2009 Junior National Team
WPHS congratulates Brian Fields on being named to the 2009 Jr. National Team (Football). For the past four years, Brian's football talent and character have embodied Penn Pride, and Field's now brings that to the national stage.
<Read More on WMU Bronco's Website>
Marching Colonials Find Success and Fun in Wildwood
This weekend the WPHS Marching Colonials traveled to Wildwood, NJ to compete in the Atlantic Coast Championships. The Marching Colonials returned with two medals in the Scholastic A Division:
**1st Place (Gold Medal) - Jazz Band
**2nd Place (Silver Medal) - Drumline
Congratulations Marching Colonials! As always, you display Penn Pride wherever you go!
WP Places at DE TSA Competition
WP students received 1st place in two events at the DE Technology Student Association Competition. In the areas of Electronic Game Design, Mohamad Dicko & Johannah Wilkins received 1st place and in the Film Technology Category, Earl Bradley, Jason Chen, Tyler Haupt, Md Rahman, Ehmonie Roberson, & Jaime Tapia won 1st place.
Governor's School of Excellence
Congratulations to Dean Arnold, Martha Davidson, Olivia Davidson, Natalia Drew, & Antonio Robinson.
Class of 2010 Officers Announced
President - Jasmine Brown
Vice-President - Adam Emory
Secretary - Karol Oveido
Treasurer - Ashley Schneider
Over $4 Million Secured in Scholarships
Congratulations to the Class of 2009 for securing over $1 million in college scholarships. Students, please remember to bring all acceptance letters and scholarship letters to guidance.
Special congratulations to Geraldine Inoa for being a recipient of the Gates Millennium Scholars award. Geraldine is one of 1,000 students, selected from 20,500 applicants, to receive this honor.
Congrats FCCLA Competition Participants
Sharawn Edwards Bronze Medal in (Child Care Learning Center), Tamyra Pearsall (Certificate in Child Care Arts & Crafts) , Tempest Stewart certificate in (Star Event Illustrated Talk) , Morgan Saunders certificate in (Culinary Arts Cake Decorating), and Tiara Jackson certificate in (Culinary Arts Table Setting) for their participation in Family Career and Community Leaders of America competition during Spring Break.
WP Students to Travel to France to Debate
Lianmarie Colon and Geraldine Inoa have been selected to participate in this years' FRANCE-USA DEBATES which will take place in Paris, Fontainebleau and Caen, France May 28- June 9. These two students were selected among candidates from around the nation.
Science Students Display their Knowledge
6 WP students attended The Delaware Valley Science Fair after winning multiple awards at the New Castle County Science Expo. Special congratulations to Yvonne Rivera for placing 3rd in the area of Botany with her display, "Going Green with Grey."
WP Boys Basketball Wins State Finals
Congratulations to the 2008-09 DIAA State Champion COLONIALS!
The WPHS Boys Basketball team defeated Caesar Rodney, 67-54, Saturday afternoon at the Bob Carpenter Center. This is WP's 4th state basketball title.
The WP family is very proud of all the players and coaches for their tremendous dedication both on and off the court. For the full story, go to DelawareOnline.com.
Soap for Hope
WPHS is currently collect soap, washcloths, and quart-sized baggies for the Haitian Health Foundation . Haiti is the poorest country in the western hemisphere, and a bar of soap costs approximately a day's pay. WPHS recognizes the need develop global citizenship in our students. We hope you will help and donate what you can for others in need. For more information, contact Marybeth Kessler at mkessler@colonial.k12.de.us .
WPHS Student Council Blood Drive Sets Record
William Penn set a new one-day record, collecting 201 pints of blood from a total of 262 volunteers. The Student Council offers congratulations and gratitude to all those wonderful donors who helped save hundreds of lives with their generosity.
Kim Davis (Art) receives state recognition!!!
Congratulations to Kim Davis for earning the Art Educators of Delaware's Howard Pyle Art Educator Award. Earning this prestigious award is a tribute to Ms. Davis' commitment to art education on behalf of students and the Colonial community.
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