❄️ TWO-HOUR DELAY, 1/29/26 and 1/30/26 // Mechanicsburg Area School District will operate on a two-hour delay schedule on Thursday, January 29, and Friday, January 30, 2026. Based on several factors—including cold temperatures, the need to navigate snow piles, and the benefits of increased daylight—a delay was the best decision for our students.
Thank you for your patience as we work our way back to a normal school schedule.
Thank you for your patience as we work our way back to a normal school schedule.
A Special Author Visit in 3rd Grade!
It was an exciting day in 3rd grade today! 😂📖 Our students were thrilled to welcome, via Zoom, author Kenn Nesbitt—a beloved children’s poet known for his hilarious poems about everyday situations. Families can check out more of his poems and resources on his website: https://poetry4kids.com.
❄️➡️📚 BACK AT IT // After two snow days (+ two hours), our Wildcats were all smiles and happy to be back together—learning, laughing, and filling our halls with energy once again. Welcome back, Wildcats. We missed you. 💜
📸 Photos of our little learners at Broad Street, Northside, and Shepherdstown (thanks, Shep, for sharing the photo of your Wildcats with Officer Mark).
#WildcatPride
📸 Photos of our little learners at Broad Street, Northside, and Shepherdstown (thanks, Shep, for sharing the photo of your Wildcats with Officer Mark).
#WildcatPride
❄️ Welcome back, Wildcats! ❄️
After a few snowy days off, our halls are buzzing again! Officer Mark was here bright and early this morning, greeting students in the Shep lobby. It’s great to see everyone back and ready to learn! 🐾✨
After a few snowy days off, our halls are buzzing again! Officer Mark was here bright and early this morning, greeting students in the Shep lobby. It’s great to see everyone back and ready to learn! 🐾✨
❄️💪 A HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR MAINTENANCE & FACILITIES CREWS // Through heavy snowfall and challenging temperatures, our dedicated maintenance and facilities teams have been hard at work clearing parking lots, roads, and sidewalks to ensure our buildings and campuses are safe and ready for the return of our students and staff. They’ll be back at it again today for another round of winter weather cleanup.
Your long hours, teamwork, and commitment do not go unnoticed. We are incredibly grateful for all you do behind the scenes to keep our Wildcat community moving, no matter the weather. THANK YOU. 💜
📸 Special thanks to Erick Hoffman, Director of Facilities, for sharing these photos with us.
#WildcatPride
Your long hours, teamwork, and commitment do not go unnoticed. We are incredibly grateful for all you do behind the scenes to keep our Wildcat community moving, no matter the weather. THANK YOU. 💜
📸 Special thanks to Erick Hoffman, Director of Facilities, for sharing these photos with us.
#WildcatPride
❄️ CLOSED // All Mechanicsburg Area School District schools will be CLOSED tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27, 2026. This will be a traditional snow day with no makeup day needed.
Our Facilities Department and local municipalities did an amazing job today, as they worked tirelessly to clear roads, sidewalks, and parking lots throughout the district. Unfortunately, there are still a few trouble spots out there that we'll hopefully see cleared up tomorrow.
Stay safe, Wildcats!
Our Facilities Department and local municipalities did an amazing job today, as they worked tirelessly to clear roads, sidewalks, and parking lots throughout the district. Unfortunately, there are still a few trouble spots out there that we'll hopefully see cleared up tomorrow.
Stay safe, Wildcats!
❄️ WEATHER ALERT // Mechanicsburg Area School District will be CLOSED on Monday, January 26, 2026. This will be a traditional snow day with no makeup day needed. We will continue to monitor forecasts and road conditions for Tuesday and will communicate with staff and families if there is a need to alter the schedule for the day.
💙 Please help us give a special shoutout to our in-house maintenance crews and all crews across our municipalities who are working tirelessly to keep our roads clear and safe.
Stay warm, dry, and safe, Wildcats!
📸 Special thanks to Music/Vocals Teacher Gordon Kaslusky for capturing this picturesque moment at Kindergarten Academy.
#WildcatPride
💙 Please help us give a special shoutout to our in-house maintenance crews and all crews across our municipalities who are working tirelessly to keep our roads clear and safe.
Stay warm, dry, and safe, Wildcats!
📸 Special thanks to Music/Vocals Teacher Gordon Kaslusky for capturing this picturesque moment at Kindergarten Academy.
#WildcatPride
🧤❄️ A SIGN OF THE SEASON // One brave glove. One cozy winter hat. Both waiting patiently on the fence.
If this looks even slightly familiar, consider it your sign to check the lost and found at your child’s school for anything that might be yours. Winter gear has a way of wandering off—and we’d love to see these items make it back home where they belong.
Pro tip: a quick label can help lost items find their way back next time. 💜
#WildcatPride
If this looks even slightly familiar, consider it your sign to check the lost and found at your child’s school for anything that might be yours. Winter gear has a way of wandering off—and we’d love to see these items make it back home where they belong.
Pro tip: a quick label can help lost items find their way back next time. 💜
#WildcatPride
Building positive connections! Several of our 2nd graders had the opportunity to have lunch with Officer Mark, our District Resource Officer. Smiles, stories and great conversations all around. 👮♂️💙
Our third graders are rolling into STEM fun! 🎉
In the library with Mr. Roberts, students planned, designed, and tested their own marble mazes, putting their engineering skills to the test.
Support That Makes a Difference
Every day at Shep, students receive individualized attention from caring teachers and staff who are committed to supporting both learning 📘 and well-being 💙.
Monday Smiles at Shep 😊🐾
Nothing like starting the week with happy faces! Wildcats were all smiles at lunch today—and even bigger smiles soaking up the sunshine outside with Kosmo. 🐶💙
Here’s to a great week ahead at Shep!
Nothing like starting the week with happy faces! Wildcats were all smiles at lunch today—and even bigger smiles soaking up the sunshine outside with Kosmo. 🐶💙
Here’s to a great week ahead at Shep!
🚓💙 LAW ENFORCEMENT APPRECIATION DAY // Today (and every day!), we’re grateful for the strong partnerships we share with law enforcement across our community. Their presence in our schools goes beyond safety—it’s about connection, trust, and meaningful relationships with our students and staff.
A special thank you to Officer Mark, our District Resource Officer, whose steady presence and genuine care help our Wildcats feel supported and safe. From morning fist bumps and catch on the playground to lunchtime check-ins and hallway conversations, these moments matter.
Thank you to all of our law enforcement partners for being an important part of the Wildcat community. Today we celebrate you. Every day we appreciate you.
#ThankYOU #WildcatPride
A special thank you to Officer Mark, our District Resource Officer, whose steady presence and genuine care help our Wildcats feel supported and safe. From morning fist bumps and catch on the playground to lunchtime check-ins and hallway conversations, these moments matter.
Thank you to all of our law enforcement partners for being an important part of the Wildcat community. Today we celebrate you. Every day we appreciate you.
#ThankYOU #WildcatPride
🎉✨ Ringing in 2026 with smiles and sparkle! Our students kicked off the new year in style with their Happy New Year hats. Here’s to a year full of learning, laughter, and success! ✨🎉
🎒 YOUR WILDCAT JOURNEY BEGINS HERE // Families with a child who will be age 5 on or before September 1, 2026, are invited to register now for full-day kindergarten at Mechanicsburg Area School District. PLEASE SHARE with any MASD families who have an eligible child for kindergarten in the 2026-2027 school year!
To participate in The Wildcat Expedition — our special kindergarten orientation held later this spring at Kindergarten Academy — registration must be completed by April 1, 2026. During The Wildcat Expedition, families are introduced to Kindergarten Academy while incoming Wildcats enjoy age-appropriate activities and screenings designed just for them — a meaningful first step into their school experience.
Learn more and begin the registration process 🔗 www.mbgsd.org/registration
We can’t wait to welcome our future Wildcats. 💜
#WildcatPride
To participate in The Wildcat Expedition — our special kindergarten orientation held later this spring at Kindergarten Academy — registration must be completed by April 1, 2026. During The Wildcat Expedition, families are introduced to Kindergarten Academy while incoming Wildcats enjoy age-appropriate activities and screenings designed just for them — a meaningful first step into their school experience.
Learn more and begin the registration process 🔗 www.mbgsd.org/registration
We can’t wait to welcome our future Wildcats. 💜
#WildcatPride
🧦 HEY JASON AND COURTNEY, YOU KNOCKED OUR SOCKS OFF // Huge shoutout to Jason Petrello and Courtney Robison for stepping up in a big way last week, all in the name of a beloved Shepherdstown Elementary School tradition. When plans for the holiday sing-along had to pivot at the last minute, Jason went home over lunch to grab his guitar so the sing-along could continue, while Courtney jumped in to lead the vocals.
Thanks to their teamwork and willingness to say “we’ve got this,” our Wildcats still enjoyed a joyful community meeting. Tradition saved. Socks well earned. 💜
#WildcatPride #YouKnockedOurSocksOff
Thanks to their teamwork and willingness to say “we’ve got this,” our Wildcats still enjoyed a joyful community meeting. Tradition saved. Socks well earned. 💜
#WildcatPride #YouKnockedOurSocksOff
Holiday cheer is in full swing at Shep! 🎄✨
Students and staff showed off their festive spirit by wearing holiday pajamas and cozy sweaters this week. Smiles, laughter, and lots of seasonal joy filled the halls!
Students and staff showed off their festive spirit by wearing holiday pajamas and cozy sweaters this week. Smiles, laughter, and lots of seasonal joy filled the halls!
🎄Festive fun in Phys Ed! Students celebrated the holiday season the past two weeks by participating in themed activity stations that kept everyone moving.
🎉 December Community Meeting Highlights!
At our December Community Meeting, we celebrated our December Super Paws and recognized the amazing contributions of our students!
Our third grade students also interviewed Mrs. Baughman, our Supervisor of Elementary Education, and Mrs. Wells, our Reading Instructional Assistant, to learn more about their roles and support for our Wildcats.
The meeting wrapped up with our annual sing-along, with Mr. Petrello on guitar and Mrs. Robison stepping in to lead the students in song! 🎶 What a wonderful way to celebrate community and holiday cheer together!
At our December Community Meeting, we celebrated our December Super Paws and recognized the amazing contributions of our students!
Our third grade students also interviewed Mrs. Baughman, our Supervisor of Elementary Education, and Mrs. Wells, our Reading Instructional Assistant, to learn more about their roles and support for our Wildcats.
The meeting wrapped up with our annual sing-along, with Mr. Petrello on guitar and Mrs. Robison stepping in to lead the students in song! 🎶 What a wonderful way to celebrate community and holiday cheer together!
❄️🍪☕ A Winter Treat for Our Shep Staff!
Today, our staff enjoyed a cozy surprise with cookies and hot cocoa from the Cookies and Cocoa Cart!
