In case you missed it, our 2nd grade put on an awesome holiday concert! You can see it at the link below:
https://youtu.be/e2CTnCL9rJA
https://youtu.be/e2CTnCL9rJA
🔔 Last week, our RLBMS STING Club proudly rang the bell for the Salvation Army! Students volunteered their time to support a great cause and give back to our community. We are proud of their service and dedication to helping others during this season.
Mrs. Clark’s class is full of readers!! Congratulations! 🎉
Congratulations to our band directors, Mrs. Shaffer and Mr. Sensenig, and their talented students on a wonderful district-wide Christmas Band Concert last night!
Students from grades 5–12 filled the auditorium with the sounds of the season, performing a mix of classic carols and festive favorites. Thank you to our students, directors, and families for making the evening such a special celebration of music and holiday spirit!
Students from grades 5–12 filled the auditorium with the sounds of the season, performing a mix of classic carols and festive favorites. Thank you to our students, directors, and families for making the evening such a special celebration of music and holiday spirit!
🤖RLBMS Robotics Club Shines at Competition! 🏆
What an incredible day for our Robotics Club at their competition held at Tunkhannock High School Dec. 13th! Our students showed outstanding teamwork, creativity, and dedication—and the results speak for themselves:
🥇 Code Storm
• Champion’s Award
• Robot Performance Award
🎨 The Seven Sandy Sea Pickles
• Robot Design Award
🌟 Spark Flyers
• Motivate Award
🚀 The Rizzy Relics
• Rising Stars Award
👏 Special Congratulations!
Code Storm, The Seven Sandy Sea Pickles, and the Spark Flyers all finished in the Top 5 overall, earning them spots at the PA East Regional Championship at Malvern Prep High School on January 10–11!
These students have been working incredibly hard all fall and putting in long hours after school—their commitment truly paid off. Please be sure to congratulate them when you see them today!
👏👏👏
#RoboticsClub #StudentSuccess #STEMinAction #Teamwork #HardWorkPaysOff #ProudMoment
What an incredible day for our Robotics Club at their competition held at Tunkhannock High School Dec. 13th! Our students showed outstanding teamwork, creativity, and dedication—and the results speak for themselves:
🥇 Code Storm
• Champion’s Award
• Robot Performance Award
🎨 The Seven Sandy Sea Pickles
• Robot Design Award
🌟 Spark Flyers
• Motivate Award
🚀 The Rizzy Relics
• Rising Stars Award
👏 Special Congratulations!
Code Storm, The Seven Sandy Sea Pickles, and the Spark Flyers all finished in the Top 5 overall, earning them spots at the PA East Regional Championship at Malvern Prep High School on January 10–11!
These students have been working incredibly hard all fall and putting in long hours after school—their commitment truly paid off. Please be sure to congratulate them when you see them today!
👏👏👏
#RoboticsClub #StudentSuccess #STEMinAction #Teamwork #HardWorkPaysOff #ProudMoment
Students at Charlotte Lappla enjoyed Critter Christmas. We made special treats for animals and then enjoyed hot chocolate . We also really appreciated the High School National Honor Society for volunteering their time on this day helping our students .
🌎✨ STEAM Meets Social Studies! ✨🌎
Students in Mrs. Kreger’s Social Studies class completed a hands-on STEAM project to deepen their understanding of the incredible accomplishments of Mesoamerican civilizations.
Projects on display include:
🌱 Aztec chinampas showcasing innovative agricultural systems
📅 Maya code and calendar highlighting advanced math and astronomy
🗿 Olmec stone heads representing early artistic and cultural achievements
Through creativity, problem-solving, and research, students brought history to life while exploring how these ancient civilizations shaped the world we know today. Great work! 👏📚
Students in Mrs. Kreger’s Social Studies class completed a hands-on STEAM project to deepen their understanding of the incredible accomplishments of Mesoamerican civilizations.
Projects on display include:
🌱 Aztec chinampas showcasing innovative agricultural systems
📅 Maya code and calendar highlighting advanced math and astronomy
🗿 Olmec stone heads representing early artistic and cultural achievements
Through creativity, problem-solving, and research, students brought history to life while exploring how these ancient civilizations shaped the world we know today. Great work! 👏📚
Mr. Kyle and Officer Wolbert were feeling the festive vibes this afternoon at Don Gill! 🎄❄️
Students at the Charlotte Lappla enjoyed flapjacks with Santa for breakfast this morning. 17 years ago the Nutrition Group began this tradition at the Wellsboro School District and we are so happy to continue it again this year. It is a favorite of many with over 100 students attending!
#TheNutritionGroup #HealthySchoolMeals
#TheNutritionGroup #HealthySchoolMeals
🌟 Career Exploration Opportunity for RLBMS Students! 🌟
Wellsboro Area School District students in 6th–8th grade are invited to participate in the Junior Health Care Explorers Program, an interactive experience led by professionals from the University of Pittsburgh and UPMC.
Students will explore a wide range of exciting health-care careers, including:
🦷 Dentistry
🩺 General Medicine
🧠 Health & Rehabilitation Sciences
🖥️ Information Technology
🧪 Labs
🩻 Imaging
👩⚕️ Nursing
💊 Pharmacy
🌍 Public Health
😮💨 Respiratory
🔪 Surgical Services
Program Details for Parents & Guardians:
✔️ Saturdays, 9:30–11:00 a.m. | Jan. 24 – May 2
✔️ Held virtually via Zoom (access to a computer & webcam required)
✔️ Completely FREE for participants
✔️ Sessions are not recorded, so students must attend live to participate
📲 Register by January 22!
Click the link or scan the QR code provided to sign up.
For questions, contact JHCE@upmc.edu
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The Rock L. Butler Middle School chorus students delivered an amazing performance at last night’s Christmas Concert — filling the auditorium with festive songs, joy, and cheer. A huge thank you to our music teacher, Mrs. Shaffer, our students, and their families for making the evening so special.
In Mr. Callahan’s 3rd grade class, students listened to former Wellsboro Hornet student-athletes talk about their journey from elementary school to college. They spoke about the hard work and effort it takes to be successful, as well as the challenges that students will face along the way. Caitlyn Callahan, a former D1 Volleyball player at UNCW and The College of Charleston, as well as an NCAA All-American, and Darryn Callahan, a D2 baseball player at Slippery Rock University, spoke with the class, posed for pictures, and signed autographs for the students.
Students in Mr. Callahan’s and Ms. VanNess’ classes honored Veterans and Veteran’s Day by making projects and writing letters to thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
Wellsboro Area School District Athletic Events for December 15 through December 20, 2025
Attention Don Gill families: our breakfast with Santa scheduled for this morning has been postponed until December 18!
Good evening. Due to the drop in temperatures forecasted overnight and the potential for icy secondary roads, all schools in the Wellsboro Area School District will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, December 11, 2025. I apologize for any inconvenience this will cause. Thank you!
❄️ After-School Events Canceled – Wellsboro Area School District ❄️
Due to the current weather conditions, all after-school activities and events for the Wellsboro Area School District are canceled for today, 12/10/2025.
Student safety is our top priority.
Please stay safe, stay warm, and use extra caution if you need to travel.
We will share any additional updates as they become available.
Due to the current weather conditions, all after-school activities and events for the Wellsboro Area School District are canceled for today, 12/10/2025.
Student safety is our top priority.
Please stay safe, stay warm, and use extra caution if you need to travel.
We will share any additional updates as they become available.
CL students got to meet the reindeer yesterday
Lots of CL kids got to see Santa on their field trip yesterday!
Pulling off a holiday field trip as elaborate as this year’s celebration was no small feat—and behind the magic were months of planning, creativity, and generosity from Dr. Shaw and Tammy Benedict.
The trip featured five stations, each designed to give students an immersive, memorable experience:
Wagon Ride Through a Storybook Village
Students climbed aboard a wagon with Dr. Shaw, who read aloud from the book she authored while traveling through a life-size village she built to match the story’s setting. The ride offered children a rare chance to see a book written and read by a local author spring to life around them.
A Visit With Santa
Before the trip, students wrote letters to Santa and sealed them in their own envelopes. At the station, they mailed their letters, visited with Santa, posed for class photos, and received Santa hats generously provided by the Charlotte Lappla and Don Gill Elementary PTO. Any free moments turned into an impromptu holiday dance party.
Live Reindeer and Train Station Display
Students met Dr. Shaw’s two live reindeer and listened as one of her staff members shared fun and educational facts about the animals. Nearby, they explored an impressive model train station with a train expert—an intricate display spanning roughly a 15-by-15-foot area (not sure about that measurement…just a guess).
Craft Station
Students created “reindeer food” packaged in festive reindeer-themed bags organized by the school. They also made snowman ornaments, thanks to the organization and generous donations of Tammy Benedict and her staff.
Snack Station
Children enjoyed a spread of treats: reindeer mix (a toasted Chex blend prepared by Tammy), cupcakes (baked by Jenn Outman), hot cocoa, and water—all supplied through Tammy Benedict’s donations.
This trip was more than a single day of festivities—it was the culmination of over a year of planning. Dr. Shaw, Mr. Shaw, and her staff, along with the Benedict family poured immense time, energy, and resources into making the experience extraordinary. In addition to organizing stations and volunteering on-site, Benedicts also provided crucial financial support, including sponsoring the bussing needed to make the trip possible.
Dr. Shaw’s partnership and her dedication to creating a one-of-a-kind holiday setting transformed the event into something truly special—a magical holiday experience the students won’t soon forget.
The trip featured five stations, each designed to give students an immersive, memorable experience:
Wagon Ride Through a Storybook Village
Students climbed aboard a wagon with Dr. Shaw, who read aloud from the book she authored while traveling through a life-size village she built to match the story’s setting. The ride offered children a rare chance to see a book written and read by a local author spring to life around them.
A Visit With Santa
Before the trip, students wrote letters to Santa and sealed them in their own envelopes. At the station, they mailed their letters, visited with Santa, posed for class photos, and received Santa hats generously provided by the Charlotte Lappla and Don Gill Elementary PTO. Any free moments turned into an impromptu holiday dance party.
Live Reindeer and Train Station Display
Students met Dr. Shaw’s two live reindeer and listened as one of her staff members shared fun and educational facts about the animals. Nearby, they explored an impressive model train station with a train expert—an intricate display spanning roughly a 15-by-15-foot area (not sure about that measurement…just a guess).
Craft Station
Students created “reindeer food” packaged in festive reindeer-themed bags organized by the school. They also made snowman ornaments, thanks to the organization and generous donations of Tammy Benedict and her staff.
Snack Station
Children enjoyed a spread of treats: reindeer mix (a toasted Chex blend prepared by Tammy), cupcakes (baked by Jenn Outman), hot cocoa, and water—all supplied through Tammy Benedict’s donations.
This trip was more than a single day of festivities—it was the culmination of over a year of planning. Dr. Shaw, Mr. Shaw, and her staff, along with the Benedict family poured immense time, energy, and resources into making the experience extraordinary. In addition to organizing stations and volunteering on-site, Benedicts also provided crucial financial support, including sponsoring the bussing needed to make the trip possible.
Dr. Shaw’s partnership and her dedication to creating a one-of-a-kind holiday setting transformed the event into something truly special—a magical holiday experience the students won’t soon forget.
