Mechanicsburg Area Senior High School

💜 YOUNG WILDCATS, BIG HEARTS // Ahead of tonight’s PIAA District 3 5A playoff game at Bishop McDevitt, our 5th graders at Elmwood Academy created baskets filled with heartfelt messages and treats for every football player and coach. One note, written from 5th grader Paul to senior Alex Lombardi, said it best: “Use grit, even when things get tough…" and make sure to "be the change you want to see in the world.”

Moments like these remind us what it means to be part of the Wildcat family—lifting each other up, leading with kindness, and showing pride in every season.

🏑🏈 Best of luck to our Football team tonight and to our Field Hockey team tomorrow as they also continue their postseason run against Villa Maria at Exeter Township High School. 💜

Go, Cats!

📸 Thanks to Keith Shively for capturing this special moment.

#WildcatPride

1 day ago, MBGSD

A football player holding a handwritten message from a young student.

🏈⚽🏑🏃‍♀️ 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.

9 days ago, MBGSD

Two field hockey players jumping in the air.

🥁👏 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

9 days ago, MBGSD

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

9 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

12 days ago, MBGSD

Football players on the field celebrating a win

Football players on the field celebrating a win by dumping water on the coach

🏈⚽️🏑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

14 days ago, MBGSD

🍁 AUTUMN VIBES, WILDCAT STYLE // Our district is bursting with color (and Wildcat pride!) this fall. 💜

#WildcatPride

15 days ago, MBGSD

Colorful fall trees in front of a school.

A chair and desk overlooking a colorful fall tree.

💡 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

15 days ago, MBGSD

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

15 days ago, MBGSD

Photo of a yard sign advertising a charity yard sale, as described in our post caption.

🚌 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

18 days ago, MBGSD

A "World's Best Bus Driver" sign proudly displayed on the dashboard of a school bus.

⚽🏑🏐 POSTSEASON PLAY IS HERE, WILDCATS // The early part of the week is a big one for our Wildcat athletes as multiple teams take the field (and court!) in postseason action — right here at home! 💪 Reminder: All PIAA playoff and postseason tickets must be purchased online. Link below.

TUESDAY, OCT. 21, 2025
⚽ Boys Soccer vs. Exeter – 5:00 PM 
⚽ Girls Soccer vs. Wilson – 7:30 PM 
📍 Northside Stadium 
🎟️ Separate tickets required for each game

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 22, 2025
🏑 Field Hockey vs. South Western – 7:00 PM 
📍 Memorial Park Stadium
🏐 Volleyball vs. Spring Grove – 7:00 PM 
📍 MASH Gymnasium

🎟️ https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/piaad3/L2VtYmVkL2FsbA%3D%3D

Come out and cheer on our Wildcats as they compete for postseason glory! Let’s pack the stands, show our maroon pride, and make some noise! 🐾

 #WildcatPride

19 days ago, MBGSD

Field hockey players running on the field.

✨ IT'S A FAIRY-TALE COLLABORATION // This week, our MASH Fall Play's cast of Snow White welcomed some special new faces to the stage — our younger castmates! Chris (11th grade) and Liliana (12th grade), who play the Prince and Snow White, teamed up with 3rd graders Luke and Mackenzie, who play the Young Prince and Young Snow White.

Such a wonderful example of cross-district collaboration and Wildcat pride—big and little stars shining together on stage! 💜

🎭 Mark your calendar now to come see Snow White!

📅 November 7 & 8 at 7:00 PM
📅 November 9 at 2:00 PM
🎟️ Tickets on sale now: https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/mbgsd/entity/schools/7

📸 Special thanks to Jeff Luttermoser for capturing this special moment for us to share with you.

#WildcatPride

22 days ago, MBGSD

Two young students standing next to two older students backstage during play practice.

🧦 YOU KNOCKED OUR SOCKS OFF, JOYCE! // At the corner of West Simpson and South Broad, Mechanicsburg Police Department’s Joyce Phillips is more than a superstar crossing guard—she’s a bright spot in every Wildcat’s morning. From her cheerful wave and ear-to-ear grin to her signature puppy treats and candy stash 🍬, Joyce brings safety, care, and connection to everyone who crosses her path.

Thank you, Joyce, for leading with heart, spreading positivity, and helping our Wildcats start each day with a smile. 💜 (Our Wildcats are appreciative of the trusty umbrella you carry on rainy days, too! ☔)

#WildcatPride #YouKnockedOurSocksOff

23 days ago, MBGSD

A man in a suit holding a stop sign while presenting a pair of branded socks to a school crossing guard.

🏐 DIG IT, KATIE! // Huge congratulations to senior volleyball standout Katie Waterman, who was recognized at last week’s match against State College for reaching 500 career digs! 💪 Katie not only shines on the court but also gives back as a mentor and coach for middle school volleyball players. Her young athletes celebrated their “Coach Katie” with a poster, flowers, and plenty of sweet treats — a perfect tribute to an incredible role model. Fun fact: Katie also has 500 career kills! WOW! We’re so proud of you, Katie — for your accomplishments, leadership, and Wildcat spirit! 🐾 #WildcatPride

26 days ago, MBGSD

a group of girls surrounding their coach who is holding a sign

👏 WILDCAT LEADERS IN ACTION // A huge shoutout to a group of Link Crew leaders at Mechanicsburg Area Senior High School who gave an exceptional presentation to the Board of School Directors last week.

These student leaders shared insights about the new Link Crew mentorship program, which helps 9th graders transition into high school by pairing them with trained student mentors who offer guidance, encouragement, and a friendly face from (even before) day one. 🐾

Their poise, passion, and commitment to building a culture of belonging truly embody the Wildcat Way. Way to go, Link Crew — you’re making a difference! 💜

#WildcatPride

28 days ago, MBGSD

A group of students in teal tshirts standing with adult educators.

🌮 (LET'S TACO ’BOUT) A WARNING: This food service crew may cause excessive laughter! 😂

Our MASH Food Service team isn’t just serving up great meals—they’re serving up stylish laughs, too! From “Romaine Calm and Lettuce Carrot On” to “Nacho Average Lunch Lady,” this crew keeps their t-shirts lighthearted and lunchtime fresh and fun. 🥗

We’re so grateful for the smiles (and delicious food!) they bring to our Wildcats every day. 🐾

#WildcatPride

30 days ago, MBGSD

A group of staff standing together in humourous food service tshirts.

👑 HOMECOMING ROYALTY // Please help us celebrate our 2025 Homecoming King and Queen, Noah Apple and Madi Dollman, crowned during Friday evening's Homecoming festivities. 🏈

#WildcatPride

about 1 month ago, MBGSD

Homecoming king and queen crowned during halftime of the football game.

🐾 THANK YOU, COACHES // Today is National Coaches Day, and we’re giving a big #WildcatShoutout to every coach across Wildcat Nation — on the field, in the gym, on the court, in our classrooms (we’ve got amazing instructional coaches, too!), and everywhere in between.

You motivate, mentor, and model what it means to give your best every day. From game plans to lesson plans, you help our Wildcats grow stronger, smarter, and more confident. Today we celebrate you. Every day, we appreciate you.

📸 Photo of Dave Heckard, Wildcat Football Head Coach, courtesy Pat Grill.

#WildcatPride

about 1 month ago, MBGSD

Football coach providing instruction to his team.

💙 CELEBRATING OUR OLYMPIANS // Today our Wildcat athletes shined bright at Special Olympics! With determination, teamwork, and big smiles, they gave their all — showing us the true spirit of sportsmanship and Wildcat Pride. 🐾🏅

A huge thank you to the buddies who cheered, encouraged, and stood side-by-side with our athletes every step of the way. Together, you created memories full of joy, friendship, and celebration.

We couldn’t be prouder of our Wildcats — you inspire us all! 💛

Visit our official Facebook page for a full photo album from this beautiful day - www.facebook.com/MASDwildcats

#WildcatPride

about 1 month ago, MBGSD

A special olympian competing in the long jump. He's mid air.

Special olympians and their buddies walk in the opening ceremonies.

A student smiling with a little student in a wheelchair during special olympics.

Group of student celebrating special olympians.

A young special olympian walking hand in hand with his big buddy.

Young special olympians standing with a college mascot dressed like a red devil.

👑 HOMECOMING ROYALTY // Meet your 2025 Homecoming Court! These Wildcats will take the field Friday night as part of our Homecoming celebration. 🐾

Queen’s Court: (left to right) Lucy Morisani, Adra Willits, Johanna Runkle, Penny Lemin, Madi Dollman
King's Court: Jack DeLuca, Drake Dawson, Noah Apple, Daniel Wenger. Not pictured: Finley Bupp

📸 Thanks to NaTasha Clever for the photos of our MASH royalty.

#WildcatPride

about 1 month ago, MBGSD

A group of five young ladies standing next to each other in front of a painted cement wall.

A group of four young men standing next to each other in front of a painted cement wall.