Shep Reading Corner! Every month, we'll feature a reading recombination straight from our Shepherdstown Library. This month's book is "Don't Trust Fish," by Neil Sharpson. They're in our homes. They're in our water. But what do we really know about them?

This is sure to be a fun read!
7 months ago, ShepOffice
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Wildcats Have a Blast in the Corn! 🌽

Miss Cerio’s class had a blast at Corn Cob Acres on Friday, October 9! Our Wildcats had so much fun exploring and playing in the corn. 🍂🐾

See pictures below! 📸
7 months ago, Dave Echelmeier
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🌿 2nd Grade Field Trip to the Environmental Center

On Friday, October 10, second graders explored the great outdoors on their trip to the MASD Environmental Center! Through hands-on activities and nature stations, they discovered more about plants, wildlife, and the environment around them. 🍂🔬
7 months ago, Dave Echelmeier
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🎭 First Graders Bring Fables to Life! 🐾

🐾 Our first graders wrapped up their first CKLA unit on Folktales and Fables with a celebration of storytelling and fun! Each class chose one of the fables they learned about and acted it out for their friends. 🎭 After all their hard work, the whole grade came together - popcorn in hand 🍿to enjoy watching everyone’s storytelling and acting skills shine! 🌟 #ShepPride #WildcatReaders #CKLA #FirstGradeFun
7 months ago, Dave Echelmeier
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🦉🐢🐍 ZooAmerica Visits Shepherdstown! 🐍🐢🦉

Our Pre-K and 1st grade Wildcats had an exciting visit from ZooAmerica on Friday morning! Students got to meet a snake, a turtle, and several other amazing animals up close during the presentation. 🐾

The smiles, curiosity, and “oohs and ahhs” said it all - what a wild and wonderful learning experience! 🌟
7 months ago, Dave Echelmeier
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🚒🔥 Fire Prevention Week fun! 🔥🚒

Our students had an exciting visit from our local firefighters today! They got to see the fire trucks up close and learn about fire safety!

A huge THANK YOU to Upper Allen Fire Department for keeping us safe and teaching our Wildcats the importance of fire safety! ❤️🧯 #FirePreventionWeek #WildcatPride

7 months ago, ShepOffice
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🌞 Good Morning, Wildcats! 🌞

Every morning, our Wildcats begin with Morning Meeting 🐾—a time to build community, connect, and get ready for a great day of learning.

👋 Greeting – saying hello and making sure everyone feels seen
💬 Sharing – listening and learning from one another
🎲 Activity – having fun and working together
📜 Morning Message – focusing on the day ahead

At Shepherdstown, every student begins the day together because belonging and connection come first. 💙🐾

7 months ago, Dave Echelmeier
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☔️ While it may be cloudy and rainy outside, our Wildcats are bringing the sunshine inside! 🌟

Students can start their morning at Shep with a free grab-and-go breakfast to enjoy in their classrooms. After that, they ease into the day with soft start games and activities. Smiles and laughter make every day a great start! 🐾
7 months ago, Dave Echelmeier
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Happy Principal Appreciation Month! 🌟 Thank you to our amazing principal Mr. Echelmeier for your leadership, dedication to our students, and the countless ways you make our school a fun place to come to, everyday. We appreciate you!
7 months ago, ShepOffice
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✨ Special Olympics Send-Off & Celebration ✨

🐾💜 Last Thursday, Shepherdstown students cheered on their classmates with a Wildcat Tunnel send-off before they headed to Dickinson College for the Special Olympics! 🎉 Our Wildcats did an amazing job participating in their events - we are so proud of you! 👏🌟

📸 Check out the photos from this wonderful day!

7 months ago, Dave Echelmeier
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🌿✨ First Grade Field Trip! ✨🌿

Our first graders had a wonderful day at the MASD Environment Center yesterday! 🌎 They explored nature up close and participated in a variety of station activities that brought their science learning to life. 🌱🐾

📸 Check out some photos from the trip!
7 months ago, Dave Echelmeier
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🎃🍂 Shep Fall Fest Fun! 🍂🎃

On the evening of Thursday, October 2, our Wildcats had a blast at Shep Fall Fest! Students and families enjoyed fun games, activities, and seasonal excitement together. 🐾

A big thank you to everyone who joined us!

7 months ago, Dave Echelmeier
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🎉🧹 Happy Custodian Appreciation Day! 🧹🎉

Our Wildcats showed their gratitude by sharing notes of thanks with Ms. Kathy today. 💌✨ Your hard work keeps our school safe, clean, and welcoming every single day. We appreciate you more than words can say! 🌟💛
7 months ago, Dave Echelmeier
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🕷️ Tales with a Twist 🕷️

📖✨ Ms. Gartner’s 1st Grade Wildcats are diving into folk tales during CKLA! 🌍 They learned how stories are passed down through generations and discovered how Anansi the Spider 🕸️ is quite the clever trickster. 😏
7 months ago, Dave Echelmeier
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Maroon & steel in action! Our monthly #WildcatWednesday had students and staff at Shep showing off their Wildcat pride in style!

#wildcatpride

7 months ago, ShepOffice
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This month, our Super Paw focus was Communicate with Respect. Congratulations to these students for being September Super Paw recipients!

#wildcatpride
7 months ago, ShepOffice
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On Friday, September 26, our Wildcats came together for a paws-itively awesome 🐱💙 Community Meeting!

👮‍♂️ Met Officer Mark
🧠 Met our School Psychologist, Tracy Watkins-Harper
⭐ Celebrated peers earning Super Paws for Communicating with Respect
📚 Reviewed our monthly guidance lessons
👟🐾 Super Paw winners received a Wildcat Jibbitz Charm for their Crocs

We wrapped up by singing our CATS Song 🎶 as a school family! 💙✨
7 months ago, Dave Echelmeier
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🐠 Making a Splash in Math! 🐠
Mrs. Thrush’s 1st graders are diving into their 2nd math unit! Students are tossing goldfish into a fishbowl and fishpond to represent math number sentences. 🐟✨

Combining math and fun, these little mathematicians are swimming through addition like pros! 🐡📚

7 months ago, Dave Echelmeier
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📚✨ Sneak Peek at the Shepherdstown Book Fair! ✨📚

Our Wildcats had a blast previewing all the amazing books 📖📸 during preview shopping day! From snapping pics to making wishlists, the excitement for reading is real! 😃🐾

Shopping is happening this week, Tuesday through Thursday, and books can also be purchased at the Fall Fest on Thursday evening from 6–7 PM. Don’t miss out! 🎉📚
7 months ago, Dave Echelmeier
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✨🧚‍♀️ Folklore & Fairy Tales Come to Life! 🧚‍♂️✨
Our 2nd grade students enjoyed a magical morning celebrating the completion our first CKLA Folklore and Fairy Tale Unit. From storybook characters to delicious treats, the rooms were filled with pancakes, laughter and so much fun!📚
7 months ago, ShepOffice
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