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Symphonic Winds, Symphonic Orchestra qualifies for State Finals
Penn’s Symphonic Winds and Symphonic Orchestra both qualified for State Finals, which will be held on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Indianapolis area high schools. The Symphonic Orchestra performs at 10:30 a.m. at Pike High School. Symphonic Winds performs at 6:55 p.m. at Lawrence Central High School. Penn’s choir competed in regional competition and earned the exclusive "Gold Rating with Distinction". The State Finals appearances ...
Penn holds Class of 2026 White Coat Ceremony for future healthcare professionals
Penn High School honored Class of 2026 Seniors who have committed to becoming health care professionals through their studies in Penn’s Project League the Way Biomedical Science program with a White Coat Ceremony. A few photos from the ceremony are posted below. A complete Photo Gallery is available to download at phmexcellence.com/PhotosClassof2026. Penn-Harris-Madison Supt. Dr. Heather Short, Penn Principal Rachel Fry and P-H-M Education Foundation ...
Penn Spanish Teacher Surprised as 2026 Secondary Teacher of the Year
What started as a typical first block this morning in Señora Kelley Watts' Spanish IV class quickly turned into a surprise party when Spanish teacher Kelley Watts unexpectedly learned that she was being named Penn-Harris-Madison’s 2026 Secondary Teacher of the Year. With some behind-the-scenes planning by Principal Rachel Fry and Associate Principal Jeanie Mitchell, Watts was called away from her classroom for what she thought ...
Penn Associate Principal Jeanie Mitchell Named to Michiana Forty Under 40
Penn High School Associate Principal Jeanie Mitchell has been named to the 2026 Michiana Forty Under 40 class, an honor presented by the South Bend Regional Chamber every year recognizing emerging leaders across the region. The annual award highlights individuals under the age of 40 who demonstrate professional excellence, leadership, and a strong commitment to their communities. Honorees are selected based on career achievement, initiative, ...
Penn Theatre earns WAVE nominations
Penn High School's Theatre Department has been nominated nine categories for Lake Michigan College's WAVE Awards, which recognizes excellence in high school musical theatre productions. Penn High School is one of 13 schools in Southwest Michigan and Northern Indiana to be considered. The winners will be announced at the WAVE Awards on the evening of Wednesday, May 20 at Lake Michigan College Mendel Center in ...
