🐣 Egg-citement in Third Grade! 🐣
There’s been so much excitement in our third grade classrooms as students experience the magic of embryology firsthand—our chicks are hatching! From careful observation to joyful celebrations, this hands-on learning has brought science to life in the best way.
Even Kosmo, our beloved service dog, has been stopping by to check on the action—he’s just as excited as the students! 🐾
🌍✈️ Wildcats Around the World! 🐾🌎
What an incredible day at Shepherdstown as our students traveled the globe during our Wildcats Around the World Expo!
Students explored 8 different countries, collecting stamps in their passports as they learned about unique cultures, traditions, and histories. Along the way, they participated in hands-on activities, asked thoughtful questions, and even sampled delicious cuisine from around the world! 🍽️✨
A heartfelt THANK YOU to our amazing parent presenters and tour guides who made this experience possible. Your time, creativity, and passion brought each country to life for our students. This event would not have been the same without you! ❤️
It was truly a day of learning, connection, and global exploration our Wildcats will never forget. 🌐🐾
Thank you to Tracy Panzer, MASD Communication Specialist, for taking some of the wonderful photos.
🌍 Wildcats Around the World – A Journey Begins! ✈️
We’re excited to kick off our Wildcats Around the World event this Monday at Shepherdstown Elementary! These preview photos offer a sneak peek of the experience ahead.
Our students will “travel” from country to country with their passport, learning about cultures, traditions, and places from around the globe. We’re especially grateful for our presenters who will be sharing their knowledge and helping bring each destination to life.
We can’t wait to see our Wildcats explore, discover, and grow as global learners! 🌎🐾
We’re excited to kick off our Wildcats Around the World event this Monday at Shepherdstown Elementary! These preview photos offer a sneak peek of the experience ahead.
Our students will “travel” from country to country with their passport, learning about cultures, traditions, and places from around the globe. We’re especially grateful for our presenters who will be sharing their knowledge and helping bring each destination to life.
We can’t wait to see our Wildcats explore, discover, and grow as global learners! 🌎🐾
🍎The new MASD banners have arrived—and we’re looking better than ever here at Shep! 🍎
Feeling Lucky!
🍀 We’re so fortunate to have incredible coaches supporting both our Wildcats and our teachers. Thank you to all of our literacy and instructional coaches, including Cara Pehanich and Heather Lutz, for helping everyone shine! 🌟
🦁🐘 A Wild Day of Learning for Third Grade! 🦴
Our third grade students had a great field trip to the Oakes Museum of Natural History at Messiah University!
Students explored incredible exhibits featuring animals, fossils, minerals, and more -bringing their classroom learning to life in an exciting, hands-on way. From fascinating creatures to unique natural artifacts, curiosity was on full display all day long!
🐣 Egg-citement in Third Grade! 🐣
Our third graders are filled with egg-citement as they study embryology! Here is a picture of Mrs. Patchett candling the eggs to give students a peek inside. 🥚✨🐥
Our third graders are filled with egg-citement as they study embryology! Here is a picture of Mrs. Patchett candling the eggs to give students a peek inside. 🥚✨🐥
The library is more than just books at Shep! 📚 Our students are learning how to program robots and control how they move—exploring creativity, problem-solving, and technology along the way.
🌟 Shep Spring Open House Night! 🌟
Join us at Shepherdstown Elementary tomorrow, Thursday, March 5 from 6:00–7:00 PM!
🏫 Visit classrooms
📚 Shop the Book Fair
🍦 Enjoy an ice cream treat
🤝 Connect with our amazing staff
We can’t wait to welcome our Shep families for a fun evening together!
Join us at Shepherdstown Elementary tomorrow, Thursday, March 5 from 6:00–7:00 PM!
🏫 Visit classrooms
📚 Shop the Book Fair
🍦 Enjoy an ice cream treat
🤝 Connect with our amazing staff
We can’t wait to welcome our Shep families for a fun evening together!
The halls are filled with the sound of recorders! 🎶 Students in Miss. O'Donnell's music class are working hard to learn a new song today—and they sounded great!
💙 SCHOOL SOCIAL WORK WEEK // This week, we recognize the incredible impact of our school social workers and the vital role they play in supporting students and families. They help navigate challenges, connect families with resources, and partner with staff to ensure students have what they need to be successful in school. Their work often happens quietly and behind the scenes — but it strengthens our entire Wildcat community.
Today we celebrate you. Every day we appreciate you. 💙
#WildcatPride
Today we celebrate you. Every day we appreciate you. 💙
#WildcatPride
📚🎉 It’s Read Across America Week at Shep! Our Book Fair is officially underway, and students have the chance to shop Tuesday through Thursday.
Don’t forget — families are welcome to visit during Thursday’s Open House from 6–7 PM to browse and pick up some new favorites!
🐾 February Community Meeting Highlights at Shep! 🐾
Our February Community Meeting was full of learning, fun, and recognition!
• Mrs. Walker, our school nurse, shared tips on the importance of brushing teeth and keeping those smiles healthy. 🪥😁
• Mrs. Lawler and Mr. Echelmeier showed how we use fidgets and brain breaks at school—with some awesome third-grade helpers joining in! ✨
• Miss Patchett shined in our Shep Spotlight interview, giving us a peek into her world at school. 🌟
• And of course, we celebrated our February Super Paws winners—way to go, Wildcats! 🐾🏆
What a great reminder of the amazing things happening every day at Shep! 💙
Our February Community Meeting was full of learning, fun, and recognition!
• Mrs. Walker, our school nurse, shared tips on the importance of brushing teeth and keeping those smiles healthy. 🪥😁
• Mrs. Lawler and Mr. Echelmeier showed how we use fidgets and brain breaks at school—with some awesome third-grade helpers joining in! ✨
• Miss Patchett shined in our Shep Spotlight interview, giving us a peek into her world at school. 🌟
• And of course, we celebrated our February Super Paws winners—way to go, Wildcats! 🐾🏆
What a great reminder of the amazing things happening every day at Shep! 💙
Staff Spirit Week Finale at Shep! ☀️
The final two days of Staff Spirit Week brought the creativity and the sunshine!
Thursday’s Anything But a Cup Day had staff getting wildly creative as they drank water from all sorts of funny and unexpected containers. 😂🥤
Friday closed things out with Beach & Pool Gear Day, turning Shep into a mini coastal getaway with full vacation vibes, smiles, and sunshine energy. 🏖️☀️
The final two days of Staff Spirit Week brought the creativity and the sunshine!
Thursday’s Anything But a Cup Day had staff getting wildly creative as they drank water from all sorts of funny and unexpected containers. 😂🥤
Friday closed things out with Beach & Pool Gear Day, turning Shep into a mini coastal getaway with full vacation vibes, smiles, and sunshine energy. 🏖️☀️
🌀 Wacky Wednesday vibes at Shepherdstown! 🧦🎉
Staff spirit week is in full swing and today we went all in—fun outfits, crazy socks, and hair that definitely has a personality of its own 😄
Hero or Traitor? A Third Grade Debate! 🏛️📚
Our 3rd graders are taking partner reading to the next level!
As they dive into the Roman Empire, they’re reading about Julius Caesar and asking BIG questions:
👉 Was he a hero?
👉 Or a traitor?
🎉 Staff Spirit Week Fun 🎉
Our staff are up to something fun this week with a staff-only Spirit Week! 🙌
Today’s theme was Relaxation, and the cozy vibes were strong—robes, PJs, slippers, pillows, and plenty of smiles 😄
More Spirit Week moments coming soon! ✨
🍎 PIN Power at Breakfast! 🍴
Our Wildcats are starting their mornings the right way! Today was the first day students entered their PIN numbers to grab breakfast. Remember, Wildcats - your six digit PIN is your key to a free, delicious school breakfast!
Breakfast is free for all students, so fuel up and start the day strong. 💪🥐🥛
📸 Look at our breakfast line in action — ready, set, enter your PIN!
Our Wildcats are starting their mornings the right way! Today was the first day students entered their PIN numbers to grab breakfast. Remember, Wildcats - your six digit PIN is your key to a free, delicious school breakfast!
Breakfast is free for all students, so fuel up and start the day strong. 💪🥐🥛
📸 Look at our breakfast line in action — ready, set, enter your PIN!
❄️ TWO-HOUR DELAY // Tomorrow, Monday, February 23, 2026, Mechanicsburg Area School District will operate on a two-hour delay schedule. We will continue to monitor conditions overnight and will reach back out if weather or road conditions necessitate any further changes. Thank you and stay safe, Wildcats.
Learning Together, Growing Together 💛
Students learning together in Shepherdstown, guided by an amazing volunteer. These moments—small groups, shared focus, and one caring adult making the time—are where the real magic happens. So grateful for the volunteers who support our students and help build a stronger community every day 🙌✨
Students learning together in Shepherdstown, guided by an amazing volunteer. These moments—small groups, shared focus, and one caring adult making the time—are where the real magic happens. So grateful for the volunteers who support our students and help build a stronger community every day 🙌✨
