🎵 MUSIC THAT CONNECTS COMMUNITY // This holiday season, the Mechanicsburg Area Senior High School Chamber Ensemble shared the gift of music throughout our community, performing at the “Light Up the Night” celebration at the Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts, The Woods at Cedar Run, and Messiah Lifeways.
Throughout November, students prepared 45 minutes of holiday music, bringing warmth, joy, and meaningful connections to audiences of all ages. Each performance was a reminder of how music has the power to bring people together and strengthen the bonds between our schools and the community we’re proud to serve.
We’re grateful for the opportunities that allow our Wildcats to connect, give back, and spread a little extra holiday cheer along the way.
📸 Special thanks to LaShae Willits, Director of Orchestras, for capturing these photos.
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Throughout November, students prepared 45 minutes of holiday music, bringing warmth, joy, and meaningful connections to audiences of all ages. Each performance was a reminder of how music has the power to bring people together and strengthen the bonds between our schools and the community we’re proud to serve.
We’re grateful for the opportunities that allow our Wildcats to connect, give back, and spread a little extra holiday cheer along the way.
📸 Special thanks to LaShae Willits, Director of Orchestras, for capturing these photos.
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🎁 💜 A TRADITION OF GIVING // For more than a decade, Mechanicsburg Area Senior High School Student Council has proudly sponsored a family through Operation Wildcat’s Project Legacy.
Earlier this month, Student Council members thoughtfully shopped for gifts, and last week, they gathered for their annual holiday party to carefully wrap each one before delivery. Every gift was wrapped with intention, kindness, and care.
This long-standing tradition is a beautiful reflection of who our Wildcats are — compassionate, generous, and committed to supporting one another and our community.
📸 Special thanks to Student Council Co-Advisor Sarah Williams for sharing these moments with us.
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Earlier this month, Student Council members thoughtfully shopped for gifts, and last week, they gathered for their annual holiday party to carefully wrap each one before delivery. Every gift was wrapped with intention, kindness, and care.
This long-standing tradition is a beautiful reflection of who our Wildcats are — compassionate, generous, and committed to supporting one another and our community.
📸 Special thanks to Student Council Co-Advisor Sarah Williams for sharing these moments with us.
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🎵 MUSIC THAT MOVED THE ROOM // MASH senior Marabeth Duggan recently delivered a stunning soprano solo during a special concert with the Central Pennsylvania Symphony, performing “Silent Night” in Dr. Leo Nester’s arrangement alongside Maestro Stephen Czarkowski on solo ’cello and the CPS string orchestra.
Equally impressive was the MASH Concert Chorale, led by Gordon Kaslusky, which joined the symphony for two pieces and then took the spotlight with three performances of their own.
From soloist to ensemble, our Wildcats represented the very best of musical excellence and collaboration.
📸 Pictured in addition to the Concert Chorale large group photo (left to right): Gordon Kaslusky, Marabeth Duggan, Maestro Stephen Czarkowski, and MASH faculty member Leigh Ann Chow, principal oboist for the symphony.
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Equally impressive was the MASH Concert Chorale, led by Gordon Kaslusky, which joined the symphony for two pieces and then took the spotlight with three performances of their own.
From soloist to ensemble, our Wildcats represented the very best of musical excellence and collaboration.
📸 Pictured in addition to the Concert Chorale large group photo (left to right): Gordon Kaslusky, Marabeth Duggan, Maestro Stephen Czarkowski, and MASH faculty member Leigh Ann Chow, principal oboist for the symphony.
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🔌🧠 FUTURE-FOCUSED WILDCATS AT WORK // MASH students recently stepped into real-world career experiences through a variety of career exploration opportunities. Some explored how physical therapists use neuromuscular electrical stimulators at Central Penn College’s Health Services career exploration event, while others successfully wired a three-way electrical switch board at a career event hosted by the Independent Electrical Contractors.
These real-world experiences are just a snapshot of the many career exploration opportunities helping our future focused Wildcats discover interests, build skills, and imagine what’s next. 💜
📸 Shoutout to Jeff Luttermoser, MASH Graduation Project Coordinator and Internships & Cooperative Education Supervisor, for capturing these moments in action.
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These real-world experiences are just a snapshot of the many career exploration opportunities helping our future focused Wildcats discover interests, build skills, and imagine what’s next. 💜
📸 Shoutout to Jeff Luttermoser, MASH Graduation Project Coordinator and Internships & Cooperative Education Supervisor, for capturing these moments in action.
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TWO-HOUR DELAY // Due to the possibility of a refreeze, all Mechanicsburg Area School District schools will be operating on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Tuesday, December 16, 2025. Special shoutout to our crews at MASD and the road crews in our local municipalities and PennDOT for all of their hard work in making sure roads, parking lots, and sidewalks are passable and safe for our Wildcats!
🎁 IT TAKES A VILLAGE // Huge thanks to our incredible school social workers and our amazing community volunteers who came together again this holiday season to support Wildcat families through the Sheetz for the Kidz program.
Bundled up and full of generosity, this team worked side by side to pack and distribute holiday gifts—making the season a little brighter for families across our district. We’re so grateful for the care, compassion, and community spirit that make moments like this possible.
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Bundled up and full of generosity, this team worked side by side to pack and distribute holiday gifts—making the season a little brighter for families across our district. We’re so grateful for the care, compassion, and community spirit that make moments like this possible.
#WildcatPride
🏈 D1-BOUND // Congratulations to MASH seniors and student-athletes Collin Stare and Jimmy DeWire who recently committed to continuing their sport at the collegiate level. Collin will play football for Central Michigan University and Jimmy will play football at Sacred Heart University.
📸 Photos shared courtesy Patrick Grill.
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📸 Photos shared courtesy Patrick Grill.
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🎁 WILDCAT ELVES IN ACTION // From jackets to school supplies and everything in between, each gift tells a story of community coming together. Thank you to our friends at Operation Wildcat and to their supports from across the community for making OW's Project Gift Box a beautiful reminder of what it means to take care of one another. 💛
📸 Members of our facilities team brave the cold to wheel in boxes and racks of gifts that will become part of this month's Project Gift Box, as coordinated and distributed by Operation Wildcat.
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📸 Members of our facilities team brave the cold to wheel in boxes and racks of gifts that will become part of this month's Project Gift Box, as coordinated and distributed by Operation Wildcat.
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🎉 UPDATE: SHE'S PRINCETON-BOUND // We recently introduced you to Chelsea Guan, a MASH Senior who was named a 2025 QuestBridge National College Match Finalist. WE'VE GOT AN AMAZING UPDATE! Chelsea got word that she has officially matched through the program — earning a full four-year scholarship to Princeton University! 🐾➡️🐯
QuestBridge connects outstanding students with life-changing educational opportunities at some of the nation’s top colleges, and Chelsea truly shines. At MASH, she’s a leader in every way — co-captain of Speech & Debate, a contributor to the school newspaper, a talented violinist, and a dedicated Link Leader supporting our younger Wildcats.
We are so proud of her incredible accomplishment and can’t wait to watch her continue to soar as a future Tiger. 📚
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QuestBridge connects outstanding students with life-changing educational opportunities at some of the nation’s top colleges, and Chelsea truly shines. At MASH, she’s a leader in every way — co-captain of Speech & Debate, a contributor to the school newspaper, a talented violinist, and a dedicated Link Leader supporting our younger Wildcats.
We are so proud of her incredible accomplishment and can’t wait to watch her continue to soar as a future Tiger. 📚
#WildcatPride #QuestBridgeMatch #FutureTiger
🎄🎶 HOLIDAY SOUNDS OF THE SEASON // Helps us give a special shoutout to members of our talented MASH marching band who recently volunteered their time to bring some extra cheer to the Upper Allen Tree Lighting Festival.
They filled the evening with festive holiday music and Wildcat spirit — a perfect way to kick off the season. 💜 Thank you to our musicians for sharing your gifts with the community!
📸 Thank you, Nadia Renoll, Alyson Garland, and Jess Long, for capturing these moments for us to share with the community.
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They filled the evening with festive holiday music and Wildcat spirit — a perfect way to kick off the season. 💜 Thank you to our musicians for sharing your gifts with the community!
📸 Thank you, Nadia Renoll, Alyson Garland, and Jess Long, for capturing these moments for us to share with the community.
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🎄 THANK YOU, MECHANICSBURG! // Please help us give thanks to our friends at Operation Wildcat for another successful Project Tannenbaum distribution night. Because of their hard work — and our generous community — 76 families received trees, ornaments, lights, wreaths, garland, stockings, and more. 💜
Special thanks to every volunteer and supporter who donated, sorted, organized, and distributed items. Your kindness continues to brighten the season for our Wildcats. 🐾
🎁 LAST CALL TO SUPPORT PROJECT GIFT BOX! Operation Wildcat is still welcoming gift card donations to help support families across the district. Gift cards may be dropped off at the MASD District Office (600 S. Norway St.) no later than today, Friday, December 5, 2025.
Sign up: https://www.timetosignup.com/operationwildcat/sheet/1379347/
Learn more: https://www.operationwildcat.org/projects
📸 Photos courtesy Operation Wildcat.
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Special thanks to every volunteer and supporter who donated, sorted, organized, and distributed items. Your kindness continues to brighten the season for our Wildcats. 🐾
🎁 LAST CALL TO SUPPORT PROJECT GIFT BOX! Operation Wildcat is still welcoming gift card donations to help support families across the district. Gift cards may be dropped off at the MASD District Office (600 S. Norway St.) no later than today, Friday, December 5, 2025.
Sign up: https://www.timetosignup.com/operationwildcat/sheet/1379347/
Learn more: https://www.operationwildcat.org/projects
📸 Photos courtesy Operation Wildcat.
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🎻 A NOTEWORTHY MOMENT // Nineteen MASH orchestra students recently took the stage at the Cumberland County Honors Orchestra Festival at Shippensburg Area Senior High School.
Our talented Wildcats joined musicians from across the county to learn, rehearse, and perform under the direction of guest conductor Dr. Timothy Dixon from Messiah University. The festival was a meaningful day of collaboration, new friendships, shared memories, and truly fantastic music.
Bravo to our Wildcats for representing MASH with talent and pride! 🎶
📸 Special thanks to LaShae Willits for capturing this special event.
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Our talented Wildcats joined musicians from across the county to learn, rehearse, and perform under the direction of guest conductor Dr. Timothy Dixon from Messiah University. The festival was a meaningful day of collaboration, new friendships, shared memories, and truly fantastic music.
Bravo to our Wildcats for representing MASH with talent and pride! 🎶
📸 Special thanks to LaShae Willits for capturing this special event.
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🎁 PROJECT GIFT BOX // Our friends at Operation Wildcat – Mechanicsburg, PA are once again spreading joy throughout our community by helping ensure a bright holiday season for our Wildcats.
Operation Wildcat is inviting community members to support this year’s Project Gift Box by donating gift cards, which will be shared with families across the district. Currently, more than 200 opportunities to give still remain. Every contribution makes a meaningful difference.
Gift cards may be dropped off at the Mechanicsburg Area School District Office (600 S. Norway St.) no later than Friday, December 5, 2025. The District Office is closed through Monday, December 1, and will reopen from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. To sign up: https://www.timetosignup.com/operationwildcat/sheet/1379347/
To learn more about Project Gift Box and the many ways Operation Wildcat supports our school community, please visit their website. https://www.operationwildcat.org/projects
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🎓 WILDCAT SPOTLIGHT // Please join us in celebrating Chelsea Guan, a MASH senior who has been named a 2025 QuestBridge National College Match Finalist! She is one of just 7,000 students nationwide to earn this prestigious recognition and advance to the next stage of the highly competitive college match process.
QuestBridge connects exceptional students with life-changing educational pathways, mentorship, and a community that supports their growth, goals, and future aspirations.
Chelsea’s educational experiences extend far beyond the classroom. She’s co-captain of the Speech and Debate team, a member of the school newspaper, a violinist, and a Link Leader.
We are incredibly proud of Chelsea for this outstanding accomplishment and can’t wait to see where her hard work and determination take her next. 💙🐾
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🐾 WILDCATS ON THE RISE // Junior Link Leaders recently represented Mechanicsburg Area Senior High School at the Link Crew Leadership Conference at Hershey High School. They joined fellow student leaders from across the region for a student-led day focused on connection, belonging, and building strong school communities.
We’re so proud of these Wildcats for leading with heart, purpose, and positivity — and for helping make our schools a place where every student feels seen and supported.
📸 Special thanks to Tricia Donley, MASH English teacher, for capturing these moments.
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We’re so proud of these Wildcats for leading with heart, purpose, and positivity — and for helping make our schools a place where every student feels seen and supported.
📸 Special thanks to Tricia Donley, MASH English teacher, for capturing these moments.
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🎶 A POWERFUL COLLABORATION OF MUSIC // Some of our talented student musicians from MASH recently joined the Harrisburg Youth Symphony Orchestra and the Cedar Cliff High School chorus for a special concert at Messiah University.
It was an incredible experience that showcased artistry, teamwork, and the power of music to bring communities together. 💜
📸 Special shoutout to Dr. Bitz for capturing this moment in music on film.
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It was an incredible experience that showcased artistry, teamwork, and the power of music to bring communities together. 💜
📸 Special shoutout to Dr. Bitz for capturing this moment in music on film.
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🤍 AMERICAN EDUCATION WEEK 2025 // From us to you, we share the special message below.
We are grateful for you — your commitment, your care, and your belief in every Wildcat’s inherent worth and potential. Thank you!
🎨 Please help us also celebrate and thank Broad Street Elementary School's Jonah, Vivienne, and Rahil for the hand drawn artwork (and smiles!).
Be sure to check back later today for a special video message from Dr. Bitz.
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We are grateful for you — your commitment, your care, and your belief in every Wildcat’s inherent worth and potential. Thank you!
🎨 Please help us also celebrate and thank Broad Street Elementary School's Jonah, Vivienne, and Rahil for the hand drawn artwork (and smiles!).
Be sure to check back later today for a special video message from Dr. Bitz.
#WildcatPride
🐾 BUILDING STRONGER TEAMS — ON AND OFF THE FIELD // Our Athletic Department recently welcomed Keith Waldman of Optimal Performance Associates, who led an energizing coaching development session for our coaches and assistant coaches. From connection to communication to collaboration, the focus was all about team building — strengthening the bonds that help our Wildcats thrive.
Huge thanks to Keith for equipping our coaching staff with fresh strategies and inspiration as we continue to support our student-athletes!
📸 Special thanks to AD Seth Pehanich for capturing these team building moments in action.
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Huge thanks to Keith for equipping our coaching staff with fresh strategies and inspiration as we continue to support our student-athletes!
📸 Special thanks to AD Seth Pehanich for capturing these team building moments in action.
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🎤 Our MASH Speech & Debate Team officially opened the 2025–26 season at the Dallastown Wildcat Invitational on Saturday, Nov. 8 — and our Wildcats made us proud!
Three Public Forum debate teams hit the competition floor, including veteran Public Forum speakers Chelsea Guan, co-captain, and Ayten Eldib, who mentored novice teams Kaylee Witters & Emily Jogi and Josiah Bulus & Sajith Ayala throughout the event. Another novice competitor, Allison Shute, stepped up in Impromptu Speaking.
👏 A special shoutout to veteran member and co-captain Aiden Pinsker, who advanced to the final round of Extemporaneous Speaking and earned 6th place out of 17 competitors!
The Wildcats are already gearing up for their next tournament — the Lasalle Forum Invitational at Lasalle College High School next month.
Way to go, Speech & Debate! 🐾
Three Public Forum debate teams hit the competition floor, including veteran Public Forum speakers Chelsea Guan, co-captain, and Ayten Eldib, who mentored novice teams Kaylee Witters & Emily Jogi and Josiah Bulus & Sajith Ayala throughout the event. Another novice competitor, Allison Shute, stepped up in Impromptu Speaking.
👏 A special shoutout to veteran member and co-captain Aiden Pinsker, who advanced to the final round of Extemporaneous Speaking and earned 6th place out of 17 competitors!
The Wildcats are already gearing up for their next tournament — the Lasalle Forum Invitational at Lasalle College High School next month.
Way to go, Speech & Debate! 🐾
WILDCAT STAFF SHINING BRIGHT // Join us in celebrating two incredible Wildcats! 🎉 Leigh Ann Chow, ELD teacher at MASH, and Alice Charland, elementary music teacher, were honored today as Outstanding Teachers by the Shippensburg University Superintendent Study Council.
We’re so proud of their dedication and the impact they make every day. 💜🐾
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