🥞🍎 Every Wildcat deserves a great start to the day — and that begins with breakfast! Don't forget, breakfast is free for all MASD students every school day, so be sure to grab a bite before the bell rings. It’s one of the many ways we’re helping every Wildcat learn, grow, and thrive. You can also find a list of meal supports for Wildcat families on our district website. Because when we take care of one another, our whole community grows stronger. 💜 #WildcatPride
11 days ago, MBGSD
a young boy picks breakfast items
a young girl and boy pick breakfast items
a young girl picks breakfast items
young students pick breakfast items
a young student picks breakfast items
🍂 FALL FUN // Fourth graders at Elmwood Academy had a blast soaking up the fall sunshine at Koser Park recently! From games and giggles to colorful leaves and friendship, it was the perfect opportunity for Wildcat-style autumn fun. 💛 📸 Thanks to Nicole Hutcheson for the photo. #WildcatPride
11 days ago, MBGSD
A group of elementary students in hats and jackets enjoying the fall weather
🎉 CELEBRATING OUR SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGISTS // This week, we’re celebrating National School Psychology Week and the incredible team of professionals who support our Wildcats every day. Our school psychologists play a vital role in helping students build confidence, strengthen relationships, and overcome challenges so they can succeed both in and out of the classroom. 👏 Thank you for the care, expertise, and heart you bring to our schools—you make a difference every day in the lives of our students, families, and staff. Today we celebrate you. Every day we appreciate you. #WildcatPride
12 days ago, MBGSD
a group of school psychologists posing for a picture
🧦 HEY MISSY, YOU KNOCKED OUR SOCKS OFF // Dr. Bitz recently stopped by Mechanicsburg Middle School to celebrate Administrative Assistant Missy Coffman, who coordinates the MMS Marketplace, a program that distributes more than 100 food bags to each week help ensure every student has access to nutritious meals. Her compassion and care ensure that no Wildcat goes without — and recently, she’s gone even further by learning about Halal dietary needs and creating specialized bags to support students who follow this diet.

Thank you, Missy, for your heart, dedication, and commitment to making sure every student feels seen, supported, and cared for. You truly knocked our socks off! 💜

➡️ Visit our website to learn more about meal support for our Wildcat families across the district: https://www.mbgsd.org/article/2514474

#WildcatPride #YouKnockedOurSocksOff
15 days ago, MBGSD
A man in a suit presents a female staff member with a pair of maroon Wildcats socks, while the staff member holds a weekend meal bag.
🎉 MEET YOUR STATE CHAMPS // Our high school marching band - your Maroon Machine - just last night captured the US Bands state championship title in their division. They rose to the top, bringing home the gold with unstoppable Wildcat pride. 🏆 Huge congratulations to every student-musician, director, staff member, parent, volunteer, and supporter who pushed, worked and believed. Your dedication and excellence are now legend. Here’s to continuing tradition, pride and excellence—and to the next chapter of Wildcats making music and making history. 🤍 📸 Thanks to Melissa Coffman for sharing these special photos. #WildcatPride
16 days ago, MBGSD
High School band celebrating a state win on the field.
High school band members celebrating a state win on the field

📚 IT'S THE WORD OF THE YEAR // When the Word of the Year is “6 7,” you know our 8th grade Pioneers are going to make it 6 7 times more fun. 💜 From math to social studies, our middle school staff joined in on the fun yesterday by adding their own twist to the trend—proof that learning (and laughter) are always in style.

📸 Shoutout to MMS Administrative Assistant Melissa Coffman for sharing "6 7" of her best photos with us. 😂

#WildcatPride

17 days ago, MBGSD
A teacher in a 6-7 outfit.
A teacher in a 6-7 outfit.
A teacher in a 6-7 outfit.
A teacher in a 6-7 outfit.
A teacher in a 6-7 outfit.
Back of tshirt that has a picture of the square root of 49.
A teacher in a 6-7 outfit.

We had lots of Fall fun at Kindergarten Academy today - Wildcat style, of course!

18 days ago, MBGSD
A student showing a temporary tattoo of a paw print on his hand.
A student showing a temporary tattoo of a paw print.
A student showing a temporary tattoo of a paw print on her hand.
Students showing a temporary tattoo of a paw print on their hands.
A student showing a temporary tattoo of a paw print on her hand.
A student getting a temporary tattoo of a paw print.
A student getting a temporary tattoo of a paw print.
A student getting a temporary tattoo of a paw print on her hand.
A student getting a temporary tattoo of a paw print.
👏 GRATEFUL FOR YOU // As October comes to a close, we want to take a moment to celebrate the incredible leaders who guide our schools each and every day. National Principals Month is a time to recognize the dedication, vision, and heart our principals bring to their work — creating environments where students thrive, staff feel supported, and families feel connected.

Thank you to our Wildcat principals for leading with care, compassion, and commitment. Your leadership makes a lasting difference, and we are grateful for all you do. Today we celebrate you, every day we appreciate you. 💜

(We promise, we didn't forget about our assistant principals! We'll celebrate them in April during AP week.)

#WildcatPride
18 days ago, MBGSD
Photo grid of school principals with the message Thank You

🏈⚽🏑🏃‍♀️ Wildcat fans, it’s a big weekend for Mechanicsburg athletics! Several of our teams and individual players are advancing deep into postseason play, and we couldn’t be prouder of their dedication, teamwork, and Wildcat pride. We've listed below where you can cheer them on.

📸 BUT FIRST ... help us give a HUGE shoutout to MASH senior Gavin Thomas for this AMAZING photo from field hockey's win over the Falcons earlier this week and to Dr. Bitz for capturing Cross Country runner Lindsay McCorkel on the podium last weekend.

Friday, October 31, at 7 p.m.
Football vs. Red Land
Location: Memorial Park Stadium, Mechanicsburg
Event: District 3 Playoff Game

Saturday, November 1, beginning at 11 a.m.
Girls/Boys Individual Cross Country (Lindsay McCorkel, Emily Sweitzer, Nathan Landers)
Location: Hershey Entertainment Complex
Event: PIAA State Championship Meet

Saturday, November 1, at 3 p.m.
Girls Soccer vs. Manheim Township
Location: Central Dauphin’s Landis Field
Event: 4A District 3 Championship Game

Saturday, November 1, at 3 p.m.
Field Hockey vs. Penn Manor
Location: Memorial Park Stadium, Mechanicsburg
Event: 3A District 3 Championship Game

Tickets: All tickets for District 3 events must be purchased electronically through HomeTown Ticketing - https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/piaad3/L2VtYmVkL2FsbA%3D%3D

As a reminder and as shared yesterday, our Maroon Machine will also compete on Saturday, November 1, in the US Bands Pennsylvania State Championships in Downingtown, Pa. Be sure to check out yesterday's post for more details.

Let’s fill the stands, show our Wildcat spirit, and celebrate our outstanding student-athletes who continue to represent our community with tradition, pride, and excellence.

18 days ago, MBGSD
Two field hockey players jumping in the air.
Cross country runner standing on podium

🥁👏 CHAMPIONS // Our very own MASH Marching Band captured first place at the Mid-Atlantic Regional Championships on Saturday night with an incredible score of 93.8! Their precision, passion, and Wildcat pride shone through every note and every step. 🎶

Up next: the band heads to the US Bands Pennsylvania State Championships this Saturday night — as the top seed!

We are so proud of these talented musicians, directors, and staff who continue to make Mechanicsburg shine. 🤍

#WildcatPride

19 days ago, MBGSD
Color guard with very colorful flags.
Marching band on the field.
Color guard member during performance.
Marching band during on field performance.
Marching band during on field performance.
Marching band during on field performance.

🧦 HEY KATIE, YOU KNOCKED OUR SOCKS OFF // Let's celebrate MASH Social Studies teacher Katie Christ for showing compassion and care in a moment that truly made a difference for a student. Her quick thinking and kind heart turned a stressful personal situation for a student into one filled with reassurance and support. Thank you, Katie, for modeling what it means to look out for others the Wildcat Way. You Knocked Our Socks Off, Katie!

#WildcatPride #YouKnockedOurSocksOff

19 days ago, MBGSD
Two adults holding a pair of maroon striped, branded socks.
🐾 🏈 PLAYOFF TIME, WILDCATS! // The bracket is set and we’re defending our home turf! Join us at 7 p.m. on Friday, October 31, as Mechanicsburg takes on Red Land.

🎟️ Important Ticket Info - This is a District III playoff game, which means:
• Online tickets only — no cash at the gate
• $6 general admission (plus processing fee)
• No passes or discount cards
• Limited availability — grab yours early

👉 Get tickets here: piaad3.hometownticketing.com/embed/all

Go Cats!

📸 Special thanks to Wildcat supporter Dennis Baker for the amazing photos!

#WildcatPride
22 days ago, MBGSD
Football players on the field celebrating a win
Football players on the field celebrating a win
Football players on the field celebrating a win by dumping water on the coach
Football players on the field celebrating a win
🏈⚽️🏑CHAMPS // Introducing your 2025 Mid Penn Keystone Division Champs, Wildcat Football, and your 2025 Commonwealth Division Champs - Field Hockey and Boys Soccer.

Please also help us give a huge Wildcat shoutout to Cross Country (at Big Spring), Field Hockey (vs CV), Girls Soccer (vs Exeter), and Volleyball (at Man Twp) as they continue their post season play today. Go Cats!

📸 Shoutout to Wildcat supporter Pat Grill for the photo of our football team!

#WildcatPride
24 days ago, MBGSD
football players running onto the field
Field hockey players
Boys soccer team
🍁 AUTUMN VIBES, WILDCAT STYLE // Our district is bursting with color (and Wildcat pride!) this fall. 💜

#WildcatPride
24 days ago, MBGSD
Colorful fall trees in front of a school.
A chair and desk overlooking a colorful fall tree.
Colorful fall trees in front of a school.
Colorful fall trees in front of a school.
Colorful fall trees in front of a school.
A building surrounded by fall foliage.
💡 TEAMWORK + LEARNING = GROWTH // Professional development days give our team time to learn, connect, and grow—so we can give our best to our Wildcats every day. 🌟 Today, our Instructional Aides came together for hands-on collaboration and shared learning.

💜 Thank you to our families for supporting this important time dedicated to staff growth and continuous improvement.

#WildcatPride
24 days ago, MBGSD
Staff members collaborating during professional development.
Staff members collaborating during professional development.
Staff members collaborating during professional development.
Staff members collaborating during professional development.
Staff members collaborating during professional development.
🧺 SHOP FOR A CAUSE // It's not too late to swing by the Operation Wildcat’s 24th Indoor Yard Sale, open until 8 p.m. today (Friday, Oct. 24) and from 7:30 a.m. to noon tomorrow, Saturday, Oct. 25, at Mechanicsburg Brethren in Christ Church. Find treasures big and small — books, collectibles, home décor, jewelry, toys, and more — all while helping students and families in need right here in our district. 💜

📅 Friday, Oct. 24 | 8 AM–8 PM
📅 Saturday, Oct. 25 | 7:30 AM–12 PM
📍 1050 S. York St., Mechanicsburg

Cash and credit accepted. Every purchase supports a Wildcat family! 🐾

#WildcatPride
25 days ago, MBGSD
Photo of a yard sign advertising a charity yard sale, as described in our post caption.
💜 LEARNING TO LIFT OTHERS // Students and staff from Mechanicsburg Area School District recently attended the 2025 Caring Team for Grieving Students Summit, joining peers and professionals from across Pennsylvania to learn how to better support classmates who are coping with grief and loss.

Representing MASD were student leaders from Elmwood Academy and Mechanicsburg Middle School, alongside our dedicated elementary and middle school counselors and social workers. Together, they explored ways to foster understanding, compassion, and connection within our schools — helping ensure that no Wildcat grieves alone.

#WildcatPride
26 days ago, MBGSD
Students dressed as superheroes.
A group of students and staff dressed as superheroes.
🧡 UNITED IN ORANGE // Wildcats across the district showed their support for Unity Day 2025 by wearing orange today. 🧡 Together, we stood united for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion—proving that every act of respect and every moment of connection make our schools stronger. We’ve never been prouder to celebrate this annual day of unity here in Mechanicsburg, where belonging and Wildcat pride shine bright.

📸 Special thanks to staff from across the district for helping to contribute to this photo album.

#WildcatPride
27 days ago, MBGSD
Three teachers in orange "be a buddy, not a bully" shirts.
Students in orange pumpkin shirts.
Students in orange, hands together showcasing an orange heart.
A superintendent at his desk.
Students outside at the park.
A group of students posing for a photo.
A young students in orange sitting at a desk.
Students in orange on the playground.
Two students in orange at a desk.

🚌 IT’S NATIONAL SCHOOL BUS SAFETY WEEK // Every day, our amazing bus drivers safely transport our Wildcats — rain or shine, morning and afternoon, always with care. Thank you for the patience, smiles, and watchful eyes that keep our students safe.

🚨 Safety reminder: When a bus has its stop arm out and red lights flashing, all traffic must stop — in both directions. Through our enforcement program that equips each school bus with stop-arm cameras, law enforcement issued 131 citations in May and September to drivers who illegally passed stopped MASD buses.

Let’s all do our part to keep Wildcats safe. ❤️ Slow down, stay alert, and always stop on red!

📸: A student-made “World’s Best Bus Driver” sign — proudly displayed on the dashboard of one of our school buses.

#WildcatPride

28 days ago, MBGSD
A "World's Best Bus Driver" sign proudly displayed on the dashboard of a school bus.
💥 GAME ON FOR A GOOD CAUSE // Mechanicsburg Middle School recently hosted its 12th annual Dodge HUNGER Dodgeball Tournament — and the Wildcat energy was off the charts! 🏐

With 34 teams and nearly 300 students and staff hitting the court, this year’s tournament raised an incredible $6,000 to support the MMS Marketplace Food Pantry in the fight against food insecurity. Special thanks to Bob Means Plumbing for supporting the cause by refereeing our games and by donating to our marketplace, showcasing their commitment to “flushing hunger.” 💪 That’s teamwork, community spirit, and Wildcat Pride in action! 👏

📸 Shoutout to Jess Long and Missy Coffman for the photos.

#WildcatPride #DodgeHunger
28 days ago, MBGSD
A group of adults standing with a big cardboard donation check.
A group of students dressed as Minions standing with a wildcat mascot.
A group of adults standing together in colorful "Carson's Pound" tshirts.
Students playing dodgeball.
A wildcat mascot with an adult in a yellow shirt.
A team of students in colorful outfits getting ready to start a dodgeball game.
Students playing dodgeball.
A group of students standing along a wall next to a Wildcat mascot.
A group of students standing in the middle of a gym with a Wildcat mascot.
A principal giving a high five to a student in a gym.