April 20, 2026
Penfield UPK Enrollment Now Open
Penfield Central School District is excited to continue its Universal Pre-Kindergarten Program (UPK) for fall 2026! Open enrollment will run 8 a.m. Monday, April 20 through 4 p.m. Friday, May 1.
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April 20, 2026
Penfield Central School District is excited to continue its Universal Pre-Kindergarten Program (UPK) for fall 2026! Open enrollment will run 8 a.m. Monday, April 20 through 4 p.m. Friday, May 1.
April 16, 2026
The Rochester Democrat and Chronicle named Penfield High School student-athlete Jackson Green as the Boys Basketball Player of the Year in its annual winter sports All-Greater Rochester Teams.
April 14, 2026
A musical tradition at Penfield celebrates 55 years this month as Marshall Gilkes, one of the world’s preeminent trombonists, performs alongside students during a two-night concert event.
April 13, 2026
Eight educators from Penfield Central School District are members of the New York State Master Teacher Program, which recognizes outstanding K-12 public school STEM teachers.
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By the Numbers
The Penfield Central School District is one of the top school districts in Monroe County. Our schools are consistently ranked in the top for academic performance, and our district is known for its outstanding educational program and its focus on the whole student. We encourage families to reach out to learn more about our school district!

District Goals
The Board of Education has established District Goals that provide the over-arching, student-focused direction for everything we do as a district. These goals focus on academic achievement, partnerships, and fiscal responsibility and ensure that the district continues to move forward in providing the best possible education for our students.

The Whole Student
Penfield CSD is committed to educating the whole student. The District acknowledges, respects, honors, and values the diversity of our community by welcoming all cultural identities, orientations, and abilities. We foster a culture where ALL feel safe, seen, heard, and represented. We are committed to Educational Equity.