Blue & White Newsletter - 9/4/2026

West York Football celebrated nearly six decades of Bulldog tradition as the undefeated 1967 football team became the first team inducted into the West York Football Hall of Fame.

The celebration began Thursday evening with a special social event that brought members of the 1967 team together with the current Bulldog football team. Over dinner, players shared stories, looked through old photos and newspaper articles, and reminisced about their time at West York.

The celebration continued Friday as the returning Bulldogs toured the High School before gathering for an indoor tailgate. Players and their spouses were joined by the spouses and families of teammates who have since passed away, allowing their memories and contributions to remain part of the celebration. Current players, coaches, and other members of the West York football community also took part, creating a meaningful connection between generations of Bulldogs.

Later that evening, the 1967 undefeated team was officially inducted into the West York Football Hall of Fame prior to the Bulldogs’ home game against Susquehanna Township.

It was a memorable celebration of the friendships, traditions, and Bulldog pride that have connected West York Football across generations. Congratulations to the 1967 Bulldogs on this historic and well-deserved honor!

High School students in Ms. Nicki Stiger’s Creative Writing class recently explored how sensory details can make descriptive writing more vivid and engaging.

Using all five senses as inspiration, students practiced building strong imagery and making meaningful comparisons through figurative language. Their final project challenged them to put those skills into practice by writing a poem about food designed to help readers see, smell, taste, hear, and feel the experience through words.

The activity gave students a creative way to strengthen their descriptive writing while showing just how powerful carefully chosen details can be.

Families of our second and third grade students are invited to Fall in Love with Lincolnway on Thursday, September 17, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. at Lincolnway Elementary School and playground.

Hosted by the Title One Program and PTO, this community event is a chance for all Lincolnway families to spend time together, get to know the school, and enjoy an evening of fun. Activities will include face painting, lawn games, a STEM activity, reading activities, a photo booth, free popcorn, and a book giveaway. Food trucks will also be available for purchases.

All Lincolnway families are welcome — we hope to see you there!

Junior Achievement of South Central PA will bring its REAL Life program to West York Area High School on Wednesday, September 23, helping students build practical skills for life after graduation. Through interactive activities, students will explore topics such as budgeting, saving, credit, careers, insurance, investing, and other real-world financial decisions.

Adult volunteers are needed to help lead the activities and work with students throughout the day. The program will run approximately 8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., with training and on-site support provided.

Interested in volunteering? Check out this linked video for more information.
Click the flyer image to the right or the registration link below to sign up. https://form.jotform.com/212215942576962

Celebrate Homecoming with us on Wednesday, October 7, beginning at 6:00 p.m. at West York Area High School.

Following the parade, head to the High School band lot for a pep rally to celebrate. Enjoy food trucks, music, and plenty of Bulldog spirit as we come together for a fun Homecoming evening!

Food vendors will include Savory’s Pumpkin Funnel Cakes, Bricker’s Famous French Fries, and Sarah’s Creamery.

Get ready for a big year, Bulldogs! The High School Student Council will host a Mini-THON on April 10, 2027, featuring a 12-hour dance marathon to raise funds for the Four Diamonds Fund.

Four Diamonds supports children and families impacted by pediatric cancer, and West York has set a goal of raising $35,000 throughout the school year.

Student Council officers got an early start this summer by attending the Mini-THON Leadership Conference in Hershey, where they learned more about planning a successful event and connected with students from schools across Pennsylvania.

We’re excited for a year of fundraising, school spirit, and support FTK — For the Kids!

Upcoming events and fundraisers:

• September 25 — Mini-THON Gold Out Football Game
• October 21 — Brown’s Baked Goods Fundraiser

More events are already in the works, so stay tuned for details throughout the year!

West York has entered T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights contest for a chance to win funding for our football program and facilities, including the $1 million grand prize home field upgrade. The contest also awards $5,000 to 1,000 schools through weekly $5K Friday giveaways.

You can help us stand out! Share your West York school spirit on social media, tag @TMobile and West York, and include #FN5GL and #Entry in your post. Community participation can help increase our visibility and our chances to advance in the competition.

Let’s show them what Bulldog pride looks like!

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West York Area High School yearbooks are now available to order, and families can receive FREE personalization through September 18.

This year’s theme is “Forever a Bulldog,” celebrating the memories, friendships, and experiences that make the high school years special. Senior families can also purchase yearbook ads to recognize and celebrate their graduating student.

Yearbooks can be ordered through the Jostens website: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1043306/West-York-Area-High-School/

• Lincolnway Elementary School — Wednesday, September 9
• Wallace Elementary School — Wednesday, September 16

Family First Health’s Mobile Dental Team will visit several West York schools during the 2026-27 school year to provide dental care during the school day.

Students enrolled in the program may receive services such as dental exams, cleanings, X-rays, fluoride treatments, sealants, and oral health education as needed. Families must complete a new enrollment form for each child every school year at least two weeks prior to the scheduled visit.

Enroll at this link or by clicking the image below: https://familyfirsthealth.jotform.com/251734387844063

Upcoming Fall Visits:

• Trimmer Elementary | October 26
• Lincolnway Elementary | November 2
• Middle School | November 9
• Wallace Elementary | November 16

SEPTEMBER 2026

• Monday, September 7 — Labor Day Holiday - District Closed
• Tuesday, September 8 | 5:00 p.m. — Educational Programming Committee (EPC) Meeting
• Tuesday, September 8 | 7:00 p.m. — Work Session of the Board
• Wednesday, September 9 — Lincolnway Picture Day
• Wednesday, September 9 | 6:00 p.m. — High School Back to School Night
• Tuesday, September 15 | 5:30 p.m. — Cocurricular Committee Meeting
• Tuesday, September 15 | 6:30 p.m. — Board Voting Meeting
• Wednesday, September 16 — Wallace Picture Day
• Wednesday, September 16 | 6:00 p.m. — Elementary PTO Meeting @ Wallace Elementary
• Friday, September 25 — Early Dismissal

The Bulldog Pantry, operated through Ms. Amanda Burt’s Life Skills Support class, provides monthly food distributions for West York families with students in grades K–12. The first distribution is September 23, with additional dates scheduled through May.

Community donations remain an important part of keeping the pantry stocked with food and household essentials. Grocery store gift cards are also appreciated for the purchase of fresh and perishable foods.

Most needed items include: Boxed noodles and spaghetti sauce, Mac & cheese, Cereal and cereal bars, Canned ravioli, Paper products, Hygiene products

For more information, click the image above, go to the Pantry page wyasd.org/community/bulldog-pantry, or contact Ms. Amanda Burt at amburt@wyasd.org.

Want to learn more about The Foundation for the West York Area School District or ways to get involved? Click the button below to visit The Foundation page, where you can also find our Interest & Involvement Survey.

We’d love to hear from Bulldog families, alumni, staff, community members, and supporters!

As work continues on the District’s Athletic Fields Project, please use caution around all construction areas. Construction areas may change as work progresses. Thank you for helping us keep our campuses safe.

• Stay on designated walkways and paths
• Do not cross temporary fencing or barriers
• Avoid construction equipment and materials
• Watch for moving construction vehicles
• Follow all posted signage and staff directions

The Community Corner on our website is a helpful resource for families to explore information from local organizations about upcoming events, clubs, camps, programs, and other community opportunities.

Please make sure to look over the 2026–2027 District Calendar that you can access from our website by clicking the bar below.

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