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January 23, 2026
Penfield High School Named to Advanced Placement School Honor Roll
Penfield High School has been named to the 2026 Advanced Placement® Program (AP®) School Honor Roll, earning a gold distinction.
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January 14, 2026
Vanderzwan Named Acting Principal of Scribner Road Elementary School
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 13, 2026
Board of Education Workshop Explores Next Steps in Strategic Planning Process
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 9, 2026
Spring Coffee & Conversations Explore Portrait of a Graduate
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.
WHAT SETS US APART
We’re not like every other K-12 school district. See what makes our district stand out from the crowd.
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.