🎨 DOT DAY SPARKED OUR CREATIVITY // Yesterday, our Wildcats across the district joined in the global celebration of Dot Day, inspired by Peter H. Reynolds’ book The Dot. The day reminds us to be brave, try new things, and make our own mark on the world. 💪

Students and staff wore their dots proudly, filled our hallways with hand-drawn designs, and celebrated creativity alongside their art teachers—including some who brought their own special Dot-themed style to the day.

📸 Special thanks to art teacher Rachel Connell and staff across the district for sharing many of these great photos.

#WildcatPride #DotDay
11 days ago, MBGSD
Student showing off homemade dot-themed shirt
Two students and a teacher showing off matching black and white polka dot pants
Young student wearing red and white polka dot minnie mouse inspired outfit
Student wearing dot day tshirt
Friends showing off dot themed clothes
Student wearing dot day tshirt
Friends on the playground wearing dot themed clothes
Staff showing off polka dot shirts.
Student in art class designing dot themed artwork
Students at a table designing dots in art class.
WANTED: Party Planners • Yearbook Photographers • Field Trip Chaperones

Join us at our first PTO meeting TONIGHT, Tuesday, September 16th
📅 6:30 PM
📍 Broad Street Library

Help us plan the Welcome Back Wildcats Dance, connect with the yearbook editors, and get assistance with your volunteer clearance paperwork.

We’d love to see you there! 💙🐾
12 days ago, Broad Street

🎉 Exciting news, Wildcat families! 🎉

👉 We now have an Official Facebook Page! Stay up to date on events, announcements, and all the great things happening in our school community. Don’t forget to like and follow so you never miss an update! 💙📘
🔗 https://www.facebook.com/BroadStreetWildcats

💙🐾 Show your Wildcat pride! Our Broad Street Elementary Spirit Wear Store is now open. All items are listed at cost, with free delivery to school or direct shipping available. Grab your Broad Street swag today! #WE_BELONG
🛍️ https://www.creativeengravingplus.com/masdbroadstelm

15 days ago, Broad Street
In honor of PATRIOT'S DAY, tomorrow September 11, wear RED, WHITE or BLUE!
17 days ago, Broad Street
Patriots Day Thursday, Sept 11 - Wear Red, White, or Blue!

If your family is interested in receiving weekend food bags, please click here or the QR code to complete the form for each school aged child in your family.

19 days ago, Broad Street
Weekend Food bag flyer
📚 A NEW CHAPTER IN LEARNING // Our elementary Wildcats are diving into the Core Knowledge Language Arts (CKLA) program, and you can feel the excitement in the classroom. These engaging lessons are building strong foundations in reading, writing, and communication.

📸 K-3 Literacy Coach Rebecca Morris introduces our little learners at Broad Street Elementary School and Kindergarten Academy to some of the adventures they'll go on as part of their journey to becoming confident readers and storytellers. Special shoutout to KA's Marisa Zimmerman for the photos of our Kindercats.

#WildcatPride
19 days ago, MBGSD
Students touching sparky, a stuffed animal
Students holding hands
Students sitting on the floor to meet sparky, a stuffed animal
Students on the floor listening to a teacher introducing Sparky
Teacher using a white board
Students holding hands while meeting sparky, a stuffed animal
Students on the floor listening to a teacher introducing Sparky

🎉 🧦 SOCKS OFF TO MR. WILLIAMS // We’re proud to share that Dr. Bitz recently delivered our very first You Knocked Our Socks Off award to DAN WILLIAMS, first-grade teacher at Broad Street Elementary!

Outside of school, Mr. Williams noticed a MASH student in need and didn’t hesitate to step in—staying by their side until help arrived. That student turned out to be one of his former first graders, a powerful reminder that the connections our teachers build last far beyond the classroom. Congratulations, Mr. Williams! 💛

🧦 What is You Knocked Our Socks Off? It’s a new way to celebrate MASD staff who go above and beyond in big and small ways. When we see or hear about these moments where staff "knocked our socks off," Dr. Bitz will surprise the honoree with a fun pair of Wildcat socks as a token of thanks.

#WildcatPride #YouKnockedOurSocksOff

24 days ago, MBGSD
A man in a suit presents a male teacher with a pair of maroon Wildcats socks.
🐾 GET COZY, STAY WILDCAT PROUD // Our Mechanicsburg Area PTO is excited to launch a custom Wildcats blanket fundraiser! Perfect for chilly game nights, movie marathons, or showing off your Wildcat pride at home. Please share with all of your Wildcat friends!

✨ Limited quantity – don’t miss out! Order by Friday, September 12, 2025.
📦 Benefits the PTOs at KA, Upper Allen, Broad Street, Shep, Northside, and Elmwood Academy - directly supporting our students.

Wrap yourself in comfort AND Wildcat spirit today! Order here: https://url.usb.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/OHVpC1VoPquj4L5uLfRsVJYRi?domain=mydesigns.teamthrows.com/

#WildcatPride
about 1 month ago, MBGSD
Graphic advertising wildcat blanket fundraisers
📚 LEARNING TAKES MANY FORMS // Learning isn’t just one thing—it’s a mix of moments happening all around us. Sometimes it looks like quiet focus on independent work. Other times it’s sitting shoulder-to-shoulder with a teacher, asking questions and exploring new ideas. And often, it’s the energy of teamwork, where students collaborate, share perspectives, and build solutions together.

No matter the setting, each moment adds up to growth, confidence, and discovery. That’s the heart of learning. Keep it up, Wildcats! 🐾

#WildcatPride
about 1 month ago, MBGSD
Student sitting at desk with headphones
Students cheering
Teacher and student working together
Student coloring at desk
STUDENT WORKING at desk
Student working at desk
STUDENT WORKING at desk
Two students sitting with ipads and headphones
Student on ipad
🎒 BACK TO SCHOOL 2025 // The countdown is over—our Wildcats are coming back! 🐾💛 We can’t wait to see those first-day smiles on Tuesday and Wednesday (and every day after that!).

📅 First Day for Grades 4–12: Tuesday, August 19, 2025
📅 Staggered Start for K–3: Tuesday & Wednesday, August 19–20, 2025

Get ready, Wildcats… it’s going to be an amazing year! 🎉

#WildcatPride
about 1 month ago, MBGSD
Back to School Graphic
🎉 HONORING OUR WILDCAT LEGENDS // Earlier this week, we proudly celebrated MASD staff members who have dedicated 20, 25, or 30 incredible years to shaping and inspiring future-focused Wildcats. Their commitment, passion, and unwavering support have left an enduring mark on our students and our community.

Please join us in congratulating—and thanking—these remarkable individuals for living the #WildcatWay every single day. 💙🐾

#WildcatPride #WildcatTradition #WildcatExcellence
about 1 month ago, MBGSD
A group of adults standing in line for a recognition photo.
Two lades standing next to each other for a recognition photo
three adults standing in line for a recognition photo

🛝 The jungle gyms are still. The slides are quiet. And we can't help but miss the laughter, energy, and smiles that fill our playgrounds throughout the school year. We are so excited to soon welcome back our Wildcats - it's not the same without you! 🐾

Our first day of school is August 19, 2025, with a staggered start for our K-3 Wildcats. Don't forget to check out our Back to School Resource Center for answers to many of your questions as you prep for the first day of school: www.mbgsd.org/BTS.

#WilcatPride

about 2 months ago, MBGSD
Playground without any children.
📚 Our newest teachers took the spotlight during professional development this week — leading a lesson with principals stepping into the role of students. We love seeing fresh ideas, confident voices, and collaborative learning right from the start. We’re so excited you’re here! #WildcatPride
about 2 months ago, MBGSD
teacher in front of a paper
new teachers at a table
new teachers at a table with peers
new teachers at a table with peers
new teachers at a table with peers
a new teacher leading a lesson
a male principal talking with a group of new teachers
🎉 WELCOME, NEWEST WILDCATS // Help us give a warm Wildcat welcome to all of our teachers who are new to MASD this year! Whether they’re just beginning their teaching journey or bringing years of experience from other districts, we’re thrilled to have them join our school community.

Here’s to a year of learning, growth, and making a difference—welcome to the Wildcat family! 💙🐾

#WildcatPride
about 2 months ago, MBGSD
Group of new teachers standing behind an outdoor office sign.

💼 A big shoutout to our incredible HR team and all the departments across the district who have been working behind the scenes to prepare for Monday — the first day of staff induction!

From setting up spaces to coordinating schedules, organizing materials, and making sure every detail is in place, your efforts help create a warm and welcoming start for our newest team members. Thank you for helping us roll out the red carpet — we can’t wait to welcome our new Wildcats! 🐾

📸 Tina Rensel, HR Coordinator, puts the finishing touches on welcome packets for our newest teachers.

about 2 months ago, MBGSD
Photo of woman in dress standing in front of a table of swag and notebooks/pens.
🌳 As July comes to a close, we would be remiss if we didn't recognize Park and Recreation Month, and celebrate not only the incredible team that brings our programs and events to life all year long, but also our amazing staff who bring the magic to our Playground Program and Summer Adventure Camp.

From leading games and crafts to organizing youth sports, special events, and community programs, both our counselors and recreation team go above and beyond to make every moment meaningful. Their energy, kindness, and dedication create spaces where fun, learning, and connection thrive — all year long.

👏 Help us give a big THANK YOU to the heart of these programs — our amazing recreation staff! We couldn’t do it without you.

📸 Photos shared courtesy Tiffany Herron, Recreation Director.
about 2 months ago, MBGSD
Group of adults standing in front of a brick wall
Group of student camp counselors
Group of student camp counselors
Group of student camp counselors
Group of student camp counselors
📚 CALLING ALL K-5 WILDCATS // The MASD Bookmobile is rolling into the Cumberland Pointe neighborhood this summer—and we can’t wait to see you!

🚌 Wednesday, July 9, 1:30–3 p.m.
🚌 Monday, August 4, 1:30–3 p.m.

Come pick out some great books, say hi to our team, and keep your reading skills sharp all summer long. See you there! 🐾

#WildcatPride
3 months ago, MBGSD
MASD bookmobile is rolling into Cumberland Pointe Neighborhood from 1:30-3 PM on July 9 and August 4. K-5 students are invited.
🎭 IT'S SHOWTIME, AND YOU'RE INVITED // Our talented Mechanicsburg Area Parks and Recreation Musical Theatre Campers from across the district have been dreaming big—and now it’s showtime!

Campers proudly present Disney’s Dare to Dream Jr., a magical, family-friendly revue celebrating 100 years of Disney music and storytelling. Join our young Imagineers as they discover the power of dreams through songs from 24 beloved Disney films—classics and new favorites alike!

🎶 When: July 10 at 7 p.m., July 11 at 11 a.m. at 7 p.m.
📍 Where: Mechanicsburg Area Senior High School
🕒 The show runs about one hour.
🎟️ Admission is free!

You won’t want to miss this heartwarming, high-energy performance that is perfect for all ages.
3 months ago, MBGSD
Dare to Dream musical promo, shows are July 10 at 7 PM and July 11 at 11 AM and 7 PM in MASH auditorium
🚨 Electric Scooters & the Law: What You Need to Know // Curious about the rules surrounding electric scooters? Want to keep your kids safe while they ride? Join our friends at Upper Allen Police Department for an informative community meeting covering Pennsylvania laws, safety tips, and more. 📅 Monday, June 16, 2025 🕡 6:30 PM 📍 Upper Allen Township Multi-Purpose Room (100 Gettysburg Pike) Whether you're a rider, a parent, or a concerned neighbor, you're invited! Can’t make it? Visit UAPD's website for a full fact sheet - https://upperallenpolice.com/wp/ 🛴💡 Special thanks to our partners in safety for offering this informative presentation to our entire Wildcat community. #WildcatPride
4 months ago, MBGSD
Graphic that advertises an electric scooter safety presentation hosted by a local police department.
🎨 MASD STUDENT ART SHOWCASE // Our Wildcats have been busy creating — and now it’s time to celebrate their talent. Stop by the Mechanicsburg Area School District Student Art Show to see incredible artwork from students across the district on display. 🗓️ Now through May 27, 2025 🕛 Tuesdays & Thursdays | Noon–7 PM (Closes at 3 PM on May 27) 📍 The Art Center School and Galleries - 18 Artcraft Drive, Mechanicsburg 📸 Photos of the showcase and a few of our many talented artists shared courtesy teachers Lynette Giblin and Keri Wright. You can also check out a video shared by The Art Center School and Galleries: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1AVZL6X4N7/?mibextid=wwXIfr Come support our young artists and be inspired! #WildcatPride
4 months ago, MBGSD
Student standing in front of artwork
Student and adult standing in front of artwork
Art showcase
Student standing in front of artwork
Art showcase
Student standing in front of artwork
Art showcase