Our school year begins with staggered start tomorrow!
We look forward to seeing all Upper Allen Wildcats on:
Last Name A-K Tuesday 8/19/25
Last Name L-Z Wednesday 8/20/25
🎒 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! 🎉
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📅 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! 🎉
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🎉 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
Please join us in congratulating—and thanking—these remarkable individuals for living the #WildcatWay every single day. 💙🐾
#WildcatPride #WildcatTradition #WildcatExcellence
🛝 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.
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📚 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!
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🎉 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! 💙🐾
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Here’s to a year of learning, growth, and making a difference—welcome to the Wildcat family! 💙🐾
#WildcatPride
💼 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.
🌳 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.
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.
📚 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! 🐾
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🚌 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
🎭 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.
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.
🚨 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.
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🎨 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!
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🎲 GAME DAY ALERT // Wildcats at Upper Allen Elementary School put their problem-solving skills to the test—and crushed it. 💥 Thanks to their awesome teamwork and smart thinking all around the building, they earned a school-wide game day.
Way to level up, Wildcats!
📸 Thanks to Dana Padfield and Kelsey Sharpe for sharing photos of students enjoying the day!
💜 A BIG SURPRISE (and LOTS of appreciation from us to you!) // Last week, Upper Allen Elementary School's social committee went above and beyond to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week—and our staff felt the love in a BIG way.
Thanks to generous donations from 84 Lumber, Stauffers, Paulus Farm, Wegmans, and Ashcombe Farms, every one of our 26 teachers received a special gift. 🎁
We’re so grateful for the support of our community and the kindness shared with our incredible educators.
📸 Photos shared courtesy UA Teacher Kaitlynn Dolan.
#WildcatPride #ThankYOU
🚌🛑 BUS SAFETY PROGRAM LAUNCHES MAY 5, 2025 - PLEASE SHARE // Mechanicsburg Area School District has partnered with BusPatrol and our friends at Mechanicsburg Police Department, Upper Allen Township Police Department, and Shiremanstown Police Department to launch a new school bus safety program in line with PA Motor Vehicle Code § 3345.
As part of the program, all school buses transporting our Wildcats will be outfitted with stop arm photo enforcement cameras to detect vehicles that illegally pass stopped school buses while the stop sign is out and red lights are engaged.
Footage obtained of a vehicle that illegally passes the stopped bus is then shared with the police department to determine whether to issue a violation by mail. The violation is reviewed by law enforcement and, once approved, a notice of violation is sent to the registered vehicle owner by mail. The program will officially launch on Monday, May 5, 2025.
Learn more about this program and school bus safety laws here - https://www.mbgsd.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=838760&type=d&pREC_ID=2665518
Know the law. Keep our Wildcats safe.
🎉 Happy Administrative Professionals Day to the behind-the-scenes heroes who keep our schools, departments, and offices running smoothly! From warm welcomes at the front desk to organizing ALL THE THINGS—your kindness, patience, and superpowers don’t go unnoticed. Thank you for everything you do to support our students, staff, and families each day! Today we celebrate you, every day we appreciate you.
📸 Photos of a few of the many amazing Administrative Assistants from across our district.
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💼 WE'RE HIRING—and building a great team, BRICK by BRICK!
Check out our custom action figures that spotlight some of our open positions, including teachers, instructional assistants, food service workers and cafeteria aides, custodians, and a soccer coach! Each role plays a vital part in creating an exceptional experience for our Wildcats—and we’d love for you to join the team.
Ready to bring your skills to our district?
Explore open positions and apply today: www.mbgsd.org/jobs
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🦎 LET'S MEET LOKI // Karol Maloney’s 1st graders at Upper Allen Elementary School are diving into animal groups in science — and recently, they explored reptiles with a very special guest: Loki the Gecko.
A big thank you to Upper Allen's Stacy Salter for sharing her awesome pet and teaching our Wildcats all kinds of fun gecko facts. The students were thrilled to meet Loki and loved every minute of this hands-on learning experience.
📸 Photos courtesy Mrs. Maloney.
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👏 HELP US GIVE A 'GIANT' THANK YOU // Mechanicsburg Area School District Food Service is a recipient of GIANT's Feeding School Kids initiative. Thanks to GIANT’s support, we will receive $14,273.99 to grow school feeding programs to help eliminate child hunger within our schools. Thank YOU to all who rounded up at the register. Together, we are ensuring our Wildcats have access to the nutrition they need to grow and fuel their education.
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📚 LET'S READ // Throughout the month, our elementary classrooms welcomed some very special guests in celebration of Read Across America Week! From community leaders to staff members and volunteers to family members, mystery readers brought stories to life and helped spark a love of reading in our Wildcats. ❤️
Thank you to everyone who took the time to share a story — your words made a difference, and your presence made it even more memorable!
📸 Photos courtesy Elmwood Academy teacher Heather Strock and Upper Allen teachers Melissa Gotthard-Shumate, Karol Maloney, and Kaitlynn Dolan.
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