Penfield families are invited to the Superintendent’s Desserts & Discussion, to be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 2, at the Penfield High School Commons.
October 5, 2026
Students in Chris Grayeski’s eighth grade science class used rolls of masking tape, reams of card stock, and a lot of ingenuity as they built roller coaster runs for marbles.
September 30, 2026
Nine Penfield High School students have been named Commended Students in the 2027 National Merit Scholarship Program (NMSC).
September 24, 2026
Thirty-three students from Penfield High School and Bay Trail Middle School were honored for their achievement in vocal or instrumental performance by the New York State School Music Association.
September 22, 2026
Throughout September and October, Penfield Central School District will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, honoring the histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans.
September 17, 2026
Penfield Central School District continues to embrace the Five Pursuits framework, a model designed to ensure that all students feel seen, challenged, and supported in the classroom.
September 9, 2026
From its youngest learners in Pre-K to seniors in high school, Penfield Central School District opened its doors to more than 4,500 students on Tuesday, Sept. 2.
September 2, 2026
Dozens of Penfield Central School District educators took time from their summer vacation to return to the classroom for curriculum writing and professional development.
August 31, 2026
Penfield Central School District has selected Jeff Alger as its new Director of Health, Physical Education, and Athletics.
August 26, 2026
Penfield Central School District is pleased to announce that it has officially joined the Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES Community Schools CoSER.
August 25, 2026
For several weeks over the summer, Harris Hill Elementary School plays home to the Penfield Central School District’s Extended School Year program.
August 5, 2026
More than 1,000 students at Penfield High School, about 70 percent of all students, earned accolades for their academic success in the fourth quarter.
July 28, 2026
Susan Kavanagh and Stacy Lonardo were sworn in as the newest members of the Penfield Central School District Board of Education during the annual organizational meeting on Tuesday, July 14.
July 16, 2026
More than 50 Penfield students who are members of the Urban-Suburban Program, were recognized during the annual Recognition Night.
July 13, 2026
The Rochester Democrat and Chronicle named Penfield High School student-athlete AJ Theodorakakos as the Boys Lacrosse Player of the Year in its list of All-Greater Rochester Spring Teams.
July 9, 2026
On Wednesday, June 24, the Class of 2026 celebrated their graduation from Penfield High School, crossing the stage to receive their diplomas.
June 24, 2026
During the June 9 Board of Education meeting, eight Penfield Central School District students were recognized for their artistic abilities at the annual Arts in Education Celebration.
June 11, 2026
At the June Board of Education meeting, Penfield Central School District announced its new 2026–2031 Strategic Plan, Boldly Penfield: Future Focused, Together!
June 10, 2026
NYSPHSAA announced that 161 Penfield High School students participating in 10 sports teams were named Scholar-Athletes for the winter 2026 season.
June 5, 2026
Earlier this month, students in Chris Pelletier’s Ceramics courses took their work outside as they learned how to fire pieces in an outdoor Raku kiln.
June 2, 2026
Penfield High School inducted 93 students into its National Honor Society (NHS) during a ceremony held on Monday, May 18.
June 1, 2026
Students in Katrina Robinson’s AP Biology classes had some plucky visitors this month, as they studied the behavior of Rhode Island Red hatchlings.
May 29, 2026
Penfield Central School District Board of Education members Krista Khan and Susan Gilbert-Collins recently earned recognition from the New York State School Boards Association (NYSSBA).
May 26, 2026
During a ceremony hosted by the Monroe County Council of School Superintendents’ (MCCOSS), Penfield High School senior Aidan Elliot was recognized as a Michael C. O'Laughlin Outstanding Senior.
May 22, 2026
Dr. Davné McGee, Assistant Director of Programs at Penfield, was recently honored by the Genesee Valley Chapter of ASCD.
May 21, 2026
On Tuesday, May 19, voters approved Penfield Central School District’s proposed 2026-2027 budget, with 2,466 votes in favor and 1,222 votes opposed.
May 20, 2026
Ninth graders taking French 2 at Penfield High School performed exceptionally well on a national contest that tested their proficiency in the language.
May 19, 2026
Penfield High School’s Esports Club is just three years old, but that was all the time it needed to rise to the top.
May 14, 2026
Penfield Central School District was once again recognized as a Best Communities for Music Education, an honor given by the NAMM Foundation.
May 11, 2026
Penfield Central School District honored Roc Dogs as its 2026 Community Champion for Public Education for their ongoing support of middle and high school students.
May 8, 2026
In its 21-year history, Penfield High School’s FIRST Robotics Team, 1511 Rolling Thunder, has established itself as a force to be reckoned with.
April 27, 2026
More than 1,000 students at Penfield High School, just over 70 percent of all students, earned accolades for their academic success in the third quarter.
April 27, 2026
Over the last several months, NYSED has released data included in its district report cards, and students at Penfield Central School District continue to demonstrate academic proficiency.
April 21, 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 20, 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 16, 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 14, 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.
April 13, 2026
Join building principals and District leadership for Dinner & Discussion, taking place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Monday, April 27, at the Indian Landing Elementary School Cafetorium.
April 10, 2026
Penfield Central School District has announced the rotation schedule for the 2026-2027 school year.
April 8, 2026
Nine student artists from Penfield High School have their photography work on display at “Through the Students Lens,” hosted by the Image City Photography Gallery.
April 7, 2026
Penfield Boys Basketball and FIRST Robotics Team, Rolling Thunder, bring home major awards!
March 25, 2026
Penfield Central School District is among the more than 157 school districts and BOCES in New York State to receive the Utica National Insurance Group’s School Safety Excellence Award for 2026.
March 18, 2026
With large floor-to-ceiling windows, bright lights, colorful displays of books, and comfortable, modular furniture, it’s easy to see why students flock to Penfield High School’s redesigned library.
March 13, 2026
At Community Design Day participants had a chance to envision the priorities and strategies critical to the strategic plan’s success.
March 12, 2026
Students at Penfield Central School District will have the opportunity to explore their career interests and meet with industry leaders in emerging fields during the Community Partnership Fair!
March 11, 2026
If your child will be 5 years old by Dec. 1, 2026, they are officially invited to join the Penfield School District for kindergarten in the 2026–27 school year.
March 10, 2026
The business acumen of eight Penfield High School students stood out among more than 3,000 students from across New York State during the NYDECA State Competition, held earlier this month.
March 9, 2026
More than 50 students, staff, and family members have been rehearsing weekly in preparation for the inaugural Penfield Family Band concert, to be held at 1 p.m. on Sunday, March 15, at Bay Trail.
March 9, 2026
Penfield Central School District has selected Ms. Linda Dickey as assistant principal of Penfield High School and Dr. Joyce Akwaa as assistant principal at Bay Trail Middle School.
February 25, 2026
Penfield Central School District has expanded its safety and security team, adding sentries and security workers across its six schools and implementing a District-wide safety plan.
February 25, 2026
This spring, Penfield will relaunch its TIES Program, creating inclusive opportunities for students in and outside of school.
February 23, 2026
NY Inspires it aims to ensure every student graduates from high school ready to thrive in college, career, and as a contributing member of society.
February 20, 2026
More than 1,000 students at Penfield High School, just over 70 percent of all students, earned accolades for their academic success in the second quarter.
February 19, 2026
Registration is now open for the Penfield Education Foundation’s 7th Annual 5K Race/Walk.
February 18, 2026
Among the 1,200 faculty and staff who have made careers at Penfield Central School District are a select few who are also proud alumni.
February 17, 2026
During its meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 10, the Penfield Central School District Board of Education approved the 2026-2027 school calendar.
February 11, 2026
Ninety Penfield students were selected to participate in the MCSMA All County Festivals, being held at the end of February and throughout March.
February 10, 2026
Penfield High School students Mellodi Flowers and Jadon Kane have been named as finalists for the 2026 Princeton Prize in Race Relations (PPRR).
February 6, 2026
Students at Bay Trail Middle School involved in Best Buddies raised $265 in support of individuals with disabilities during their Bean Buddies event.
February 4, 2026
The Project LEAD committee at Indian Landing Elementary School is hosting the Penfield Black History Month Celebration of the Arts at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 11, in the school cafeteria.
February 3, 2026
As the new Penfield High School library nears its grand opening, one team has already settled into the space, the Student Help Desk.
February 2, 2026
Penfield Central School District received a $15,000 grant from the Bosch Community Fund to support K-12 math instruction.
January 28, 2026
Penfield is continuing its commitment to strengthening professional practice through the transition to New York State’s new Standards-based Educator Evaluation and Professional Support (STEPS) System.
January 26, 2026
Penfield High School has been named to the 2026 Advanced Placement® Program (AP®) School Honor Roll, earning a gold distinction.
January 23, 2026
Penfield Athletics is fortunate to have built a strong and positive partnership with Dr. Craig Cypher, Clinical and Sport Psychologist with UR Medicine Orthopaedics and Physical Performance.
January 21, 2026
The Office of Professional Learning continues its commitment to providing rich, engaging, and ongoing professional learning experiences grounded in best practices for teaching and learning.
January 19, 2026
After 17 years of service to Penfield, Scott Hirschler will retire as principal of Scribner Road Elementary School at the end of this year. Sheonaid Vanderzwan was named acting principal.
January 14, 2026
Members of the Penfield community are invited to share their vision and hopes for the District’s new strategic plan during Community Design Day, to be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 28.
January 13, 2026
On Tuesday, Jan. 27, Penfield Central School District will host two Coffee & Conversations sessions for members of the community focused on Portrait of a Graduate.
January 9, 2026
Through the Dream Lab, students at Penfield’s four elementary schools are learning to solve problems, think creatively, and explore technology.
January 6, 2026
Eight members of Penfield High School’s Latino Student Union (LSU) spent time with elders from St. Ann’s, spreading holiday cheer and celebrating Latin cultures.
January 5, 2026
Students involved with Penfield High School’s Spanish Honor Society collected more than 200 gifts in support of Rochester Hope, a local organization dedicated to serving families in Rochester.
December 30, 2025
Earlier this month, Penfield High School students showcased their business acumen at the DECA regional competition hosted by the Saunders College of Business at Rochester Institute of Technology.
December 29, 2025
The Penfield Esports team electrified the Empire State Scholastic Esports Federation State Tournament, battling their way to an impressive third-place finish.
December 19, 2025
Thirty-eight Penfield High School student-athletes representing 10 sports were named to the Rochester Democrat and Chronicle’s All-Greater Rochester Teams.
December 18, 2025
Maycanitza Pérez, Assistant Superintendent for Educational Services at Penfield Central School District, was honored with a S.T.A.R. Award, given by Latina Unidas.
December 17, 2025
NYSPHSAA announced that 238 students from 13 sports teams from Penfield High School were named Scholar-Athletes for the Fall 2025 season.
December 16, 2025
On Friday, Dec. 12, representatives from more than a dozen community groups gathered with Penfield Central School District leaders for a collaborative discussion focused on mentorship.
December 15, 2025
Harris Hill’s The Diggity Blasters and Cobbles-Bay Trail’s Legends of LEGOS took two of the three top spots and earned an invitation to the regional competition in Buffalo this February.
December 11, 2025
The Penfield Central School District is pleased to announce the appointment of two new members to its Communications Team, following Board of Education approval at its Dec. 9 meeting.
December 10, 2025
Congratulations to the PHS students who have been named to the High Honor and Honor rolls for the first quarter: High Honor Roll Grade 9 Zeynep Aktas, Lily Allmannsberger, Advaita Anish,
December 5, 2025
The District is holding a public vote on its proposed Innovation & Preservation Capital Project from 7 am to 7 pm Tuesday, Dec. 16th in the PHS Gym. Absentee and early voter ballots are available at
December 1, 2025
The winter sports season is just around the corner! JV and Varsity tryouts begin Monday, November 17, and Modified tryouts start December 1. All athletes must be registered in order to participate
November 13, 2025
The Penfield Schools Community is invited to join us for a Public Information Meeting on our proposed Innovation & Preservation Capital Project at 6 pm Tuesday, Nov. 12th in the PHS Commons. This
October 31, 2025
The Penfield High School Drama Department is presenting its fall play, A New Style for Murder, in performances at 7 pm Thursday, Nov. 20th through Saturday, Nov. 22nd in the PHS auditorium. Tickets
October 30, 2025
The Bay Trail Drama Club is presenting Shrek, Jr. The Musical in performances at 7 pm Thursday, Nov. 20th through Saturday, Nov. 22nd and 1 pm Sunday, Nov. 23rd in the Bay Trail Auditorium. Tickets
October 21, 2025
Winter sports season is quickly approaching! JV and Varsity tryouts begin on November 17. Registration will open on October 17. Modified sports begin on December 1, with registration opening on
October 6, 2025
The Bay Trail Music Collective is presenting a special Halloween Concert at 7 pm Wednesday, Oct. 29th in the PHS Auditorium! The concert will feature some spooky tunes from the Bay Trail 8th Grade
October 6, 2025
Congratulations to the students in the Scribner Road Environmental Club who were honored this week for completing the last two steps in creating a Penfield Pollinator Pathway garden. They added a
September 25, 2025
Today marks the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month! Don't miss our upcoming celebrations, including a performance by Europa from 7 to 8 pm Wednesday, Oct. 8th at PHS and our Family Celebration
September 15, 2025
The Penfield Schools Community is invited to join us for our K-12 Homecoming Celebration on Friday, Sept. 12th. The festivities begin at 5:30 pm with food trucks and the Family Fun Zone, followed by
September 5, 2025
Attention Families: The location for the Suzuki Program Parent Meeting scheduled for 7 pm Tuesday, Sept. 9th has been changed to the Penfield High School Chorus Room (Room
September 5, 2025
We are excited to welcome students back to school on Wednesday, Sept. 3rd! Please be reminded that the district has purchased school supplies for all students in grades K-8. In addition, the new
August 26, 2025
The Penfield Central School District is pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs. Laura Fitch as the new Director of Student Services, following Board of Education approval at its Aug. 19th
August 20, 2025
The Penfield Schools Community is cordially invited to attend the Grand Opening Celebration for our new Transprotation & Facilities Center, 1340 Jackson Road, at 5 pm Wednesday, August 20th. Join us
August 1, 2025
Please note that registration is now open for the fall sports season. Parents and students can register online at Arbiter Sports. Tryouts/practices for JV/Varsity sports begin on Monday, Aug. 18.
July 25, 2025
Congratulations to the Penfield High School students who have been named to the High Honor and Honor Rolls for the 4th Quarter! HIGH HONOR Grade 9 Devan Agnitti, Alexis Akar, Jaelyn Albert,
July 23, 2025
The Penfield Central School District is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Davné McGee as the new Assistant Director of Programs, following Board approval at its July 15th meeting. Dr. McGee
July 17, 2025
The Penfield Board of Education elected Dr. Aaliyah El-Amin-Turner as President and Mrs. Krista Khan as Vice President at its annual reorganizational meeting on July 15th. Dr. El-Amin-Turner joined
July 16, 2025
Dear Penfield Schools Community, We would like to make you aware that due to 2021 Capital Project work at the District Office, staff is being relocated to Bay Trail Middle School for the summer as
June 26, 2025