As part of a bigger effort to bring more arts into the schools in the Bakersfield City School District, elementary schools like William Penn Elementary and others nearby are improving their music, visual arts, and performing arts programs this year, giving students more chances to be creative.

Q1. What kinds of after-school programs does William Penn Elementary have?

Ans: William Penn Elementary has after-school programs like art, music, and sports clubs that help students stay busy outside of school.

Q2. Does the school help students who speak English as a second language?

Ans. Yes, the school has a bilingual support program for English Language Learners to help them improve their reading and writing skills.

Q3: How often do meetings between parents and teachers happen?

Ans: There are two parent-teacher conferences each year, and parents can ask for more meetings to talk about their child's progress.

Q4. Does the school offer counseling?

Ans. Yes, the school has a full-time counseling staff to help students with their social and emotional growth and deal with behavior problems.

Q5. How does William Penn Elementary School connect with the people in the area?

Ans. The school takes part in events in the community and encourages students to do service-learning projects.