HARRISBURG
SCHOOL DISTRICT
We’re excited to host the first round of the PIAA District III 6A playoff games on Saturday, November 7, 2026 @ 1:00 pm at Severance Stadium!
Click the link below to purchase online ticket(s) from the PIAA District III Box Office. Tickets can be purchased online now!
https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/piaad3/L2VtYmVkL2FsbA%3D%3D
GAME INFORMATION:
•Football Game: York City/William Penn @ Harrisburg
•Game Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
•Location: Severance Stadium
•Gate Opens @ 11:30 am
• Kickoff @ 1:00 pm
•PIAA Playoff Ticket Cost: $8.00
•Conduct Policy and Access Information: Attendees must adhere to the Code of Conduct. No Exceptions.
GUIDELINES FOR GAME ACCESS:
•The gate will be closed to spectators at halftime except for those with pre-purchased online tickets and those on the will-call list.
•All students, regardless of which school they attend, must show valid ID for access to the game. Students/children without ID must enter the game with a parent/guardian. Purchase your tickets online.
•Adults may be required to show proper photo ID to purchase tickets.
•HBGSD employees attending the game with family must access the stadium via the entry gate, not the building.
•Backpacks and bags may be searched.
•Spectators should remain seated during the game. If spectators/fans leave the game, reentry is not permitted.
•Parking in front of the Field House is reserved for handicapped individuals with a valid parking placard and VIPs.
•With permission from PIAA, home playoff games for the Harrisburg Cougars will be LIVE streamed on HBGSD’s Cougar Sports at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOnyzhVGKCXXOfg4w3KdkVA
CONDUCT POLICY: THE HARRISBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT STRICTLY PROHIBITS:
•Firearms and weapons of any kind are NOT permitted on District/school property or stadium premises
•Disorderly conduct, including, but not limited to cursing, name calling, threatening words, actions, or fighting
•Threats made in person and/or via social media or any electronic device
•Public intoxication, possession or use of drugs or alcohol
•Clothing with inappropriate wording, images or symbols
•Ski masks and Shiesty masks are NOT permitted
•Trespassing or soliciting without district consent
•Smoking, vaping, spitting on school property, vandalizing or damaging property
Thank you for your continued support of Harrisburg’s Mighty Cougars student-athletes and everyone who works hard to create a safe and enjoyable experience for those who attend our sporting events at Severance Stadium.
WE ARE ONE HARRISBURG: One Vision, One Community, One Future!
Happy Fall! Thank you for attending our Trunk or Treat celebrations at schools across the Harrisburg School District. Students, families, and staff have "spook-tacular" time!
Attention HBGSD Parents, Guardians, and School Community,
As a reminder, starting on September 16, 2026, Harrisburg School District students will have a 2-hour early dismissal on most Wednesdays throughout the school year. High school students will be dismissed at 12:45 p.m., middle schools, Cougar Academy, and HVLA students will be dismissed at 1:30 p.m., and elementary school students will be dismissed at 1:50 p.m. To review dates for 2-hour early release Wednesdays, please click the link below to review the 2026-2027 District Calendar. https://www.hbgsd.us/page/calendar#docaccess-5fd3caa62ec1049f9a429d2a1379ab24
Attention HBGSD Parents & Guardians,
Take a moment to download our NEW Stopfinder app for school bus riders. Stopfinder is your all-in-one solution for real-time updates about your student's bus schedule, accessible anytime, anywhere!
Key Stopfinder Features:
✅ Private messaging with our Transportation Department
✅ Customizable GeoAlerts to notify you when the bus arrives or departs
✅ Easy setup using your primary email on file with the District
✅ Look out for your invitation via email to get started.
Please contact the main office at your child’s school to add or make a change to your primary email. Download Stopfinder for FREE from the App Store or Google Play! For any questions, feel free to reach out to Harrisburg School District's Transportation Department at (717) 703-4055. Thank you for your cooperation.
All Harrisburg youth are invited to enjoy FREE breakfast and lunch during Harrisburg School District’s free Summer Feeding Program at 4 convenient school locations.
Summer 2026 Breakfast and Lunch Program-Click READ Details and Schedule
EFFECTIVE JUNE 22nd THROUGH JULY 31st
Harrisburg School District’s Student Services Enrollment Center and the District office will be CLOSED on Fridays. The Student Services Enrollment Center will be open to the public Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Join our team and build your future in Harrisburg! Click the link below to view a full list of available positions.
Apply today! https://www.applitrack.com/hbgsd/OnlineApp/default.aspx.
To learn more, contact our Human Resources team at Humanresources@hbgsd.us.
Summer Bridge Program for Incoming Harrisburg High School Freshmen and the Class of 2030!
Plan now to attend Harrisburg High School’s Summer Bridge Program for incoming freshmen at JOHN HARRIS CAMPUS on August 10, 11, 12, and 13 from 8:45 am to 12:15 pm. This is your chance to connect with future classmates and teachers, participate in exciting team-building activities, and start planning your high school journey so that you can graduate with the Class of 2030!
Free lunch will be served! Scan the QR Code to register. For questions, contact your 9th Grade Principal, Ms. Myers at (717) 703 - 4300 or email Emyers@hbgsd.us.
Notice of Updates for Board Meetings
The Harrisburg School District would like to inform the public that the General Business Board Meeting, originally set for Tuesday, May 19, 2026, has been rescheduled to Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 6:00 PM. This change is due to the upcoming election.
Additionally, a Special Board Meeting will take place on June 30, 2026, to address general business matters.
Both meetings will be held in the Administration Building (Board Room) at 1010 North 7th Street, Harrisburg, PA 17102.
Dear Camp Curtin Academy Parents, Guardians, Students, and Staff,
Due to a building maintenance issue, Camp Curtin Academy will be closed tomorrow - Friday, May 15. Instead of holding in-person classes, students will participate in a Flexible Instruction Day so that learning can continue at home. Attendance still counts, and instructions for participation will be shared by your child’s teacher. Please stay tuned for information and updates. Thank you for your continued partnership and support.
Due to a building maintenance issue, Camp Curtin Academy will be closed tomorrow - Friday, May 15. Instead of holding in-person classes, students will participate in a Flexible Instruction Day so that learning can continue at home. Attendance still counts, and instructions for participation will be shared by your child’s teacher. Please stay tuned for information and updates. Thank you for your continued partnership and support.
Kudos and thanks to our Camp Curtin Academy families and students who came out for this evening's Power PSSA & Family Engagement Fun Night. In addition to good food, games, and family fun, families received information about the Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA) testing changes, preparation strategies, the power of encouragement and boosting their child's confidence, and how to support their child's overall educational success.
No doubt. Tonight's event was definitely worth attending!
Let's give a huge shout out of thanks to our Camp Curtin Academy Family Engagement Specialist, Ms. Urrutia, for hosting this informative event and creating meaningful opportunities to connect with our families!
#CampCurtinAcademy #FamilyEngagement #PSSA #CommunityConnection
No doubt. Tonight's event was definitely worth attending!
Let's give a huge shout out of thanks to our Camp Curtin Academy Family Engagement Specialist, Ms. Urrutia, for hosting this informative event and creating meaningful opportunities to connect with our families!
#CampCurtinAcademy #FamilyEngagement #PSSA #CommunityConnection
We’re excited to announce Harrisburg School District’s upcoming recruitment campaign to attract highly qualified, passionate teachers, as well as individuals who are interested in other employment opportunities with our school district!
As part of our campaign, be sure to look for these happy HBGSD student and teacher faces on billboards across the city of Harrisburg and Central Pennsylvania.
Are you interested in joining our educational team? If so, click the link to view a full list of available positions. https://www.applitrack.com/hbgsd/OnlineApp/default.aspx
“One Harrisburg: One Vision, One Community, One Future.”
As part of our campaign, be sure to look for these happy HBGSD student and teacher faces on billboards across the city of Harrisburg and Central Pennsylvania.
Are you interested in joining our educational team? If so, click the link to view a full list of available positions. https://www.applitrack.com/hbgsd/OnlineApp/default.aspx
“One Harrisburg: One Vision, One Community, One Future.”
On December 2, 2025, the Harrisburg School Board of Directors conducted their reorganization meeting, which resulted in Ms. Roslyn Copeland being elected as President and Ms. Autumn Anderson as Vice President with service from January 2026 through December 2026.
Please join us in congratulating President Copeland and Vice President Anderson, as well as our seven other School Board Directors: Mr. Brian Carter, Ms. Annie Hughes, Ms. Jaime Johnsen, Mr. Doug Thompson-Leader, Ms. Terricia Radcliff, Ms. Danielle Robinson, and Mr. Ellis Roy. All were sworn in by Dauphin County's Magisterial District Judge, the Honorable Hanif Johnson.
Please join us in congratulating President Copeland and Vice President Anderson, as well as our seven other School Board Directors: Mr. Brian Carter, Ms. Annie Hughes, Ms. Jaime Johnsen, Mr. Doug Thompson-Leader, Ms. Terricia Radcliff, Ms. Danielle Robinson, and Mr. Ellis Roy. All were sworn in by Dauphin County's Magisterial District Judge, the Honorable Hanif Johnson.