Yesterday we learned that one of our Pottstown High School students was involved in an off campus altercation which resulted in a gunshot wound to the buttocks from a small caliber pistol.

Today a search was conducted at Pottstown High School. No dangerous items were found.

Throughout the district we are experiencing intermittent phone disruptions at some of our schools resulting in dropped calls or other problems.

The coaches and players of the 2021 Pottstown High School Football team are honoring Mr. James " Butch" Leveille, former player and Trojan Football Head Coach. A special decal bearing his name will be worn on the players helmets.

The art contest is open to all 5th through 12th grade students in Berks, Chester, and Montgomery counties.

Programs are available for teens and elementary students. Please click on the link below for class descriptions and the application. A Spanish version of the flyers are also available.

The flu shot is offered at the Office of Public Health to individuals age 6 months and older. Flu Clinics - Fall 2021.pdf

Remember that all Pottstown School District students are eligible so please do not hesitate to utilize this resource! Food security is extremely important during a pandemic and we want both you and your children tobe safe. If you have any questions please reach out [email protected]

This year t he Pottstown High School will be holding parent-techer conferences on Thursday, September 23, 2021. Individual conferences will be scheduled for 15 minute sessions in the afternoon from 12:35 until 2:50 p.m. and in the evening from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

Please complete this form.

The purpose of this conference is to review your student's grades, questions and concerns. Thank you for the opportunity to visit your child's teachers on Thursday, September 23, 2021.

The last school year stretched us in ways we didn’t think possible. There is no question that our students are more technologically savvy than ever. While we are dedicated to In-person instruction five days per week, it is good to have options for inclement weather or other situations that would have caused us to cancel school and extend the school year.

After competing in the annual Pottstown, Pottsgrove cross country meet both teams and coaches share some time together playing Ultimate Frisbee. Participating in athletics helps to build character, integrity, resiliency and lifelong friendships. 

While a student at Pottstown High School Destyn Snyder, class of 2019 was at the center of both academic and co-curricular activities.

Thank you to those that participated in our recent survey regarding mask requirements. Attached to this email, you can see the results.

The consensus decision was reached during a public relations and community engagement committee meeting Aug. 12 at which seven board members agreed to move forward with the change.

Pottstown Vaccine Clinic Public  by Bethel Community Church of Pottstown Pottstown Vaccine Clinic open every Tuesday and Thursday from 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM.  

When Lamoni Green heads to Nashville later this month for a national competition, she’ll take with her the love and best wishes of an entire community of friends and neighbors in Pottstown.

Darius Smallwood capped his scholastic athletic career at Pottstown by ascending the loftiest of heights this spring.

Congratulations to Darius Smallwood, Pottstown High School Class of 2021. Darius earned national honors at the National Scholastic Athletics Foundation Outdoor National Track Meet held in Eugene Oregon.

Congratulations to PHS Engineering students and their teacher Mr. Andy Bachman on earning fourth place in the statewide Governor's STEM Challenge.

Perhaps the most welcome aspect of Pottstown High School's graduation ceremony Wednesday night was how normal it seemed.  

Pottstown Area Athletic League offering Lacrosse and Field Hockey clinics.

Please see the link below, which will show you the PAC's Athlete of the Week! A very big congratulations to Darius on setting a new school record in the 800 meter race.

Pottstown High School recently hosted a Senior Acceptance Day in celebration of seniors accepted to a college, trade school, military, or internship.

Congratulations to PHS Trojan seniors Darius Smallwood and Jahzeel Watson on their outstanding performances at the PIAA State Track Championships.

These physicals are for any student entering 7th grade to 12th grade who are interested in playing a sport.

Congratulations to PHS senior track stars Darius Smallwood and Jahzeel Watson,their performance at the PIAA District I Track Championships earned them a place next week at the state championships.

Pottstown High School engineering teacher Mr. Andy Bachman had a big smile on his face when he announced congratulations to PHS student Nada Elgendy for her acceptance to the Exelon STEM Summer Leadership Academy. He said,this is an exciting learning experience that will help guide Nada's future plans.

Please see the reminders below regarding Keystone Testing, which starts next Monday, May 17th. Students not taking a Keystone exam should follow their normal schedule.

Pottstown High Girls Lacrosse has had a history of outstanding players. Thanks to Coach Brandy Scherer for sharing news of a few of our alumni presently displaying their talents while earning their college degrees.

Last week, I announced to the school board and shared publicly, the preliminary 21-22 school year plan to return to full time in-person instruction 5 days per week starting August 23rd 2021.

Thanks to our College and Career Counselor Susan Pritt for sharing the good news. Congratulations Naomi Parson on being awarded a $1,000 Pennsylvania Association for College Admissions Counseling Scholarship!!

Bobby Shantz will be making his annual appearance at Shantz Field on Monday, May 10th for the game between our Pottstown Trojans and Perkiomen Valley Vikings. If you are able, come out at 3:30 to meet the legend and get an autograph.

Congratulations to student athletes earning Mercury All Area Team honors. They represent our school and community.

There is now a vaccine clinic located at Bethel Community Church of Pottstown.

Congratulations to Trojan student athletes who were recognized by the Pioneer Athletic Conference for their academic and athletic achievement and honored for their civic responsibility.

Please click here to see the pictures from the Lacrosse Senior Night.

As National Library week comes to a close we want to highlight our very own librarian team with a few of their favorite books.  

Congradulations to all the students who are on the third marking period honor roll.

Pottstown Middle School Presents Disney's Beauty and the Beast.

DECA, an organization aimed at creating leaders and entrepreneurs within student bodies, encouraged its state qualifiers to compete in the Annual State Career Development Conference online.

This morning, during their daily inspection our food service staff noticed packaging problems and some food spoilage with meals that are part of the food distribution program.

Congratulations to Pottstown High School girl wrestlers,Julianna Figueroa, Zoe Earle,Mia Bumbarger and Xiyah Robinson, who are pioneers in helping to promote girls wrestling as a sanctioned sport by the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association.

As we look forward to the safe return of students to in-person class next week, we want to remind you that masks are mandatory. Every student and staff member is required to wear a mask at all times.  

Alyssa Dultz Pottstown High School class of 2018 is living up to the school district mission of "Preparing each student by name for success at every level".

Congratulations to Pottstown High School Senior CyeNyla Hall on receiving a full ride from the Questbridge National College Match to Haverford College.

Congratulations to Christian Albert and Darius Smallwood on signing National Letters of Intent to continue their education and athletics. Christian will attend Gwynedd Mercy University majoring in Business and participate in Cross Country and Track. He is a three sport athlete and a Distinguished Honors student.

As a reminder, we will begin the hybrid program return to school on March 22, 2021. In preparation for that return, all students are required to have the typical back to school paperwork completed. This is required for virtual and hybrid students. Please click on the link below for a short explanation and then click on the link below that to begin the process.

The federal government indicated they would not be waiving the PSSAs and other standardized testing requirements this year. Our state lawmakers are pushing back with a bipartisan effort to compel them to change their minds.  

Congratulations to Pottstown High School teacher Arden Moore! Arden was selected as a Frontline Hero by the Philadelphia Phillies! Frontline Heroes will be honored with a big "sign of gratitude" from the Phillies and their fans.

Thanks to Mrs. Katie German Pottstown Middle School Band Director and the 7/8 grade band for a virtual "Ice Ride" concert on a cold snowy day in February. 

Pottstown High School senior Kishan Patel is another example of hard work paying off. As an honor student, one of the Senior Student Representatives to the school board and an advocate for state reform of educational funding system his days are filled with work.

Local healthcare and community leaders will share the latest information on prevention, vaccines, and answer your questions and concerns.

Pottstown High School female members of the wrestling team traveled to Gettysburg to take part in an all female dual meet tournament. They teamed up with Gettysburg High School to take on teams from ten other schools from across the state in three rounds of competition.

Congratulations to members of the Pottstown High School Trojan wrestling team who are proving that hard work pays off on the mat and in the classroom. Nine members of the team earned academic honor at the end of the second marking period.

Congratulations on the 2nd Marking Period Honor Roll.

Congratulations to members of the Pottstown High School football team who were recognized for their academic success in the classroom. They were selected to the EasternPAFootball.com All Academic Team which recognizes High School athletes who demonstrate academic excellence in the classroom.

Pottstown High School marketing students ( DECA ) under the direction of sponsors Kevin Pascal and Victoria McShea, participated in the Annual District 8 Career Development Conference. DECA is a noteworthy career and technical student organization that is conducted through high schools and colleges.

Thanks to Pottstown High School Director Of Career Technical Education, Dave Livengood the culinary arts students have a brand new line of equipment to help them develop the skills they will need to enter the workplace.

Congratulations to PHS football player Jahzeel Watson on being honored with the Mini-Maxwell Award. Jahzeel has proven time and again on the field and in the classroom that hard work pays off.Trojan Proud to say he represent our school and community.

We can sleep well tonight Zach Griffin Pottstown High School class of 2020 stands ready to protect our freedom.

Just a friendly reminder about the boxed meals. All hot items in the foil need to be cooked at 365 degrees for 15-20 minutes. If heating in the microwave, please remove items from foil before heating. Oven temperature may vary. Keep cold items refrigerated until needed.

The Fall 2020 edition of Pottstown Pride proves once again that Hard Work Pays Off. COVID could not slow down the work ethic of Pottstown School District students,staff and alumni. They make every second count. Read about all of their achievements and you will know why we say Proud to be from Pottstown.

Happy to announce the restart of Pottstown School District Winter sports. See link to all updated schedules. Thank you for supporting our student athletes as they represent our school and community. Athletic Schedules Link to website.

Congratulations to PHS grad Mason Pennupacker on being sworn in as the newest member of the Manheim Borough Police Department. 

1st Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. On the Creative Market Blog - More than Just a Day Off: Remembering Martin Luther King Jr.

Congratulations to PHS Senior Jahzeel Watson on being named to the PA Football Coaches 4A Select All State Team. He earned second team at the wide receiver position. Jahzeel embodies the true meaning of student athlete, not only is he outstanding on the field but is an honor student who demonstrates good citizenship. He represents family,team,school and community with Trojan Pride and Honor. Another example of Hard Work Paying Off.

Trojan Proud of the Pottstown High School players named to Mercury All Area Girls Soccer Team. Zoe Earle. Juliana Figueroa and Yasmin Paez were all named to the Honorable Mention All Area Team.  

Congratulations to the student athletes on the Pottstown High School Football Team that were named to The Mercury All Area Team. Jazheel Watson,2nd team offense. Named to the Honorable Mention Team Jared Hewitt and Sincre Strimpel. Their hard work has paid off on the field and in the classroom. They are preparing to take their place as leaders in our community. Share the news of another reason to say Proud to be from Pottstown.

Trojan Proud of Pottstown High School Boys Soccer Players Dylan Maximenko and Jamaal Pratt on being named to The Mercury All Area Honorable Mention Team.They represent another example of hard work paying off.Learning the lessons that will lead to future success on the field and in the classroom.

Trojan Proud of Pottstown High School Field Hockey players, Destri Roye, Courtney Bratten, Taetum Robbins, who earned Mercury All Area Honorable Mention honors. They are another example of our student athletes who put in the work to excel in the classroom and on the playing field. Thanks for giving us another reason to say Proud to be from Pottstown.

PSD 2020-21 First Marking Period Honor Roll-revised   -    Congratulations to students who earned academic honors during the 1st marking period. COVID has given us all new challenges to overcome. Virtual or in person hard work pays off.

SENIOR PORTRAITS
Class of 2021
Pottstown Senior H.S.
Dates: Mon. - Fri., Oct. 12th – 16th
Location: Auditorium

You must be a parent or guardian listed to receive the text notifications.

Text yes to 87569 

All students interested in taking a level 2 or 3
Career and Technical class need to fill out an application.

The application has 2 parts; online form and a written form. Both sections need to be completed and the written portion is to be handed into the front office. Students should then register for the class in March during registration.

PART 1:  CLICK HERE FOR THE ONLINE FORM
PART 2:  CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE WRITTEN FORM

Please contact Mr. Delaney if you have any concerns or questions.  

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