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A crest celebrating 100 years of Winter Park, established in 1927.

CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF WINTER PARK HIGH SCHOOL!

A Century of Wildcat Excellence

Winter Park High School proudly celebrates its 100th anniversary – a century of academic excellence, school pride, leadership, and community tradition. Since opening its doors in 1927, generations of students, educators, families, alumni, and community members have built a remarkable Wildcat legacy that continues to thrive today.

As we make this historic milestone, we invite our entire Wildcat community to join us in honoring the people, achievements, experiences, and traditions that have shaped Winter Park High School for a century. Together, we will celebrate our proud past, the Wildcats of today, and the generations who will carry our legacy forward into the next 100 years.

WAYS TO GET INVOLVED

As part of our Centennial Celebration, alumni, families, former faculty and staff, students, and friends are invited to participate in events that celebrate our shared history and strengthen our Wildcat community. Whether you attend an event, volunteer, share memorabilia, become a sponsor, or make a donation, your participation will help make this milestone unforgettable.

COMMUNITY CENTENNIAL EVENTS

All past, present, and future Wildcats, along with their families, friends, and members of the Winter Park community, are invited to join us for our Centennial events.


FALL COMMUNITY CENTENNIAL EVENTS

Homecoming Parade // October 14, 2026
Parade – 5:00 PM // ROAR Pep Rally – 6:00 PM // PTSA BBQ – 6:00 PM

Join us on Park Avenue and Central Park as we celebrate the Winter Park High School Homecoming Weekend and Community Centennial events kickoff. Homecoming festivities highlight the Wildcat Football Program, the Sound of the Wildcats Marching Band, the Cheerleading & Dance Programs, the Student Government Association, and over 90 other student clubs and organizations. Reconnect with friends, celebrate Wildcat traditions, and enjoy a night of school spirit.

PTSA BBQ tickets will be available by pre-sale only. Ticket sales will open soon, so please check back here for purchasing information and the ticket link.

 

Homecoming Football Game // October 16, 2026
Larry Gergley Stadium at Showalter Field – 7:00 PM

Wildcat Nation, come out and cheer on our football program to victory. Join us for a special edition of Friday night lights and take in the sights and sounds – from the concessions to the WPHS Alma Mater – for our Homecoming festivities. 

 

SPRING COMMUNITY CENTENNIAL EVENTS

A Century of Roars // February 13, 2027
Showalter Field – 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Our signature Centennial Celebration will showcase the remarkable people, traditions, accomplishments, and memories that define Winter Park High School. Guests will enjoy historical exhibits (athletic teams, performing arts clubs, other school organizations and more), interactive displays, time capsules, live entertainment, and opportunities to reconnect while celebrating a century of excellence and looking toward an exciting future.

CELEBRATE 100 YEARS. SUPPORT THE NEXT 100.

For a century, Winter Park High School has shaped generations of Wildcats and served as a cornerstone of the Winter Park community. As we celebrate our Centennial throughout the 2026-27 school year, we invite businesses, alumni, families, and community members to be part of this once-in-a-lifetime celebration.

Centennial Partners will receive special recognition throughout the year while helping us honor our past, celebrate our present, and invest in the next 100 years.

 

Centennial Partnership Opportunities

Diamond Presenting Partner // $10,000

Exclusive

  • Exclusive “Presented By” recognition for the Centennial Celebration
  • Premier logo / name placement on all Centennial materials
  • Recognition at all major Centennial events
  • Featured recognition on the Centennial website
  • Dedicated social media spotlight
  • VIP seating and access at Centennial events
  • Opportunity to provide welcome remarks at one signature event

 

Platinum Level Partner // $5,000

  • Prominent recognition of the Centennial website
  • Logo / name dispalyed at major Centennial events
  • Recognition at signature events
  • Multiple social media recognitions throughout the year
  • VIP access to Centennial events

 

Orange Level Partner // $2,500

  • Recognition on the Centennial website
  • Recognition at signature events
  • Social media recognition four times throughout the Centennial year
  • Centennial Partner banner

 

Black Level Partner // $1,000

  • Recognition on the Centennial website
  • Recognition at signature events
  • Digital “Proud Centennial Partner” badge

 

Friend of the Centennial // $100 – $999

  • Name listed on the Centennial website
  • Digital Centennial Supporter badge

 

Every Centennial Partner Helps Support

Your support helps make our Centennial year memorable for today’s Wildcats while preserving the history and traditions of Winter Park High School for generations to come.

Centennial partnerships help support:

  • Centennial celebrations and community events
  • Student experiences
  • Alumni engagement
  • Historical preservation
  • Campus enhancements
  • The next generation of Wildcats

 

Be Part of the Centennial Celebration

We would be honored to have you join us in celebrating 100 years of Wildcat excellence.

For sponsorship information or to become a Centennial Partner, please contact Principal Meechin at michael.meechin@ocps.net.

Please Note: All donations will be managed by the Winter Park High School Foundation and used to support the WPHS Centennial Community Events. Remaining funds after the Centennial Celebration will be used at the discretion of the Winter Park High School Administration to support and celebrate the students, faculty and staff of Winter Park High School.

SPONSORSHIP INFO

If you would like to help support the Centennial Celebration, please see the important information below.

Download the Full Sponsorship Package Here


INTERESTED IN SPONSORSHIP?

Please email Principal Meechin at michael.meechin@ocps.net.

CONNECTING WILDCAT ALUMNI

Want to be added to the official Winter Park High School Alumni email list? Just click on the link below to receive our quarterly Alumni email newsletter right to your inbox.
 

Click Here to Get on the WPHS Alumni Email List


Want to add information to the quarterly newsletter? Email michael.meechin@ocps.net. 

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Poster announcing "Wildcat Nation" celebrating 100 years, with a school crest and QR code.