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Graduates in caps and gowns joyfully throwing their hats into the air outdoors.

Congratulations Class of 2026, we wish you the best of luck in your future endeavors! 

A group of seven young women sitting together in a modern indoor space.

Senior's Top Golf Trip

Group of five young men indoors, smiling and relaxed in a casual setting.

Senior's Top Golf Trip

A group of people socializing indoors while someone plays golf in the background.

Senior's Top Golf Trip

A smiling person holds a tie-dye shirt with red and blue colors outdoors.

High School 4th PBIS Day

Two people stand by a table with colorful items and toys outside.

High School 4th PBIS Day

Group of young women playing a lawn game on a grassy field.

High School 4th PBIS Day

A group of people in a gym, some engaged in activities, others conversing.

High School 4th PBIS Day

Group of six young men playing on a grassy field near a baseball diamond.

High School 4th PBIS Day

Group of students posing together on stone steps in front of a monument.

5th and 6th grade at Gettysburg

A line of baseball players in blue and yellow uniforms with numbers and 'SHADE' on the back.

Shanksville-Shade Baseball 2026

Three people on a baseball field, two dressed in team colors and one in a blue sweater.

Baseball Senior Recognition 

A softball team in uniforms, smiling with medals, holding a trophy on the field.

Shade-Shanksville 2026 Softball WestPAC Champions

Four young women in softball uniforms pose with a trophy and medals.

2026 WestPAC Softball Champions

Group of people standing together outdoors, some wearing casual clothing.

8th Grade at Penwood Farms for AG Day

Three smiling teenagers pose together with arms around each other.

8th Grade at Penwood Farms for AG Day

A group of seven girls sitting on grass, smiling at a sunny outdoor event.

Shade FCA at National Day of Prayer

Group of people, including athletes and family, on a softball field.

Softball Senior Recognition 

Person holding a fish by a pond, with others fishing in the background.

After learning to tie flies - they had to test them out, for science! 

Two people using a net in a stream, searching for aquatic life.

Trout release hands-on experiences 

Two girls in waders holding a net over water, collecting samples.

Seining during Trout Release

A smiling young man in a green shirt stands in a doorway, surrounded by two friends.

Getting ready for Trout Release

Quail eggs in an incubator, one chick has hatched.

The elementary school has babies!!! The first quail chick hatched this morning! 

Three students in formal attire wearing sashes for prom titles.

2026 Prom Prince (Caleb), Prom Princess (Payton), Prom Queen (Madelyn), and Prom King (William) 

A girl in a blue gown and a boy in a purple shirt with prom king sash, posing together.

2026 Prom Queen and Prom King (Madelyn and William) 

Two prom attendees pose together, wearing sashes and formal attire.

2026 Prom Princess and Prom Prince (Payton and Caleb) 

Two players celebrate achievements holding signs with congratulatory messages.

Junior softball player, Payton, celebrating her 75th hit! Congratulations on your milestone! 

Group of students and adults posing together in a school gymnasium.

SADD's presentation with guest speakers Debra and Ken Iwaniec. We appreciate the Iwaniec family coming in to share the account of their son's tragic accident and to raise awareness of making responsible decisions. 

A group of students engaged in a classroom discussion around a table.

Our 2026 Envirothon team is studying hard, learning lots, and most importantly making memories!

Four people in a classroom, one wearing fur garments, others at a table with fur pieces.

Having fun prepping for Envirothon with DCNR officer provided lessons.

Group of children wearing yellow hats and shirts posing outside a building.

Kindergarten in front of the International Conservation Center, PTA sponsored field trip!

Group of eight friends smiling in front of a Hulk statue at an amusement park.

Senior Trip, 2026

Group of friends posing in front of a colorful Mardi Gras sign at an archway.

Senior Trip to Universal Studios, 2026

Group of travelers standing with luggage at a parking structure.

Seniors getting ready for their flight to Florida! Have fun!

Group of graduates wearing honor sashes, holding a National Honor Society banner.

Shade-Central City National Honor Society

Group of children holding certificates in a decorated room.

February "PAWsitive" behavior Students of the Month! Great job kids!! 

Group of children in pajamas smiling with adult volunteers in a classroom setting.

Mrs. Galish's Kindergarten class celebrating the letter "P" with some seniors!

A woman sitting on a couch feeds a small dog from a bottle.

What a fun day - Thanks Mrs. Benning! 

Group of people interacting with a small black sheep in a cozy indoor setting.

Mrs. Benning had a lesson and brought a special student with her!

Students holding up colorful paper crafts in a decorated classroom.

2nd Grade Character Projects

Participants lying on mats, aiming rifles at a shooting range.

Rifle State Competition

Four individuals standing together, wearing medals against a Pitt backdrop.

Congratulations boys! 

A group of athletes receiving awards on a basketball court with spectators in the background.

Boys Basketball, 3rd Place District V Game

Mrs. Maurer had a special Valentine's Day lunch for 2nd grade!

Mrs. Maurer had a special Valentine's Day lunch for 2nd grade!

Elementary PBIS Snow Day

 Elementary PBIS Snow Day 

Look at those Valentine's boxes!! (Mrs. Naret's 1st grade class)

Look at those Valentine's boxes!! (Mrs. Naret's 1st grade class)

Mrs. Nalisnik's 3rd grade class had fun with studying magnetism

Mrs. Nalisnik's 3rd grade class had fun with studying magnetism

Mrs. Galish's room celebrating Valentine's Day

Mrs. Galish's room celebrating Valentine's Day

Laurel Arts

Laurel Arts visits the elementary school!

senior 500 rebounds

Basketball Senior, Braxton, recognized for 500 rebounds. 

Boys 2026 WestPAC Champions
Boys 2026 WestPAC Champions
Boys 2026 WestPAC Champions

Boys 2026 WestPAC Champions

Three individuals celebrating a basketball event, one holding flowers and another a gift bag.

Michael Kipp, Basketball Senior Night 2026

Two men in blue and yellow sports attire, one holding a bouquet of flowers.

Braxton Newman, Basketball Senior Night 2026

Two children dressed in winter clothing play in deep snow, smiling and having fun.

Panther Nation having some snowy fun from winter storm Fern!

A person wearing a white jacket and orange beanie sits in snow, surrounded by a snowbank.

Panther Nation having some snowy fun from winter storm Fern!

Child in winter clothing hugs a tan and white dog in the snow.

Panther Nation having some snowy fun from winter storm Fern!

Child pulling a sled through deep snow during winter weather.

Panther Nation having some snowy fun from winter storm Fern!

A group of seven young athletes posing together in a gym, dressed in volleyball attire.

AND THE WINNERS ARE.... Congrats on winning the Volleyball Tournament!

A group of five teenagers in sports attire on a volleyball court.

Senior Volleyball Team, 2nd 9 Weeks PBIS Day

Some of the Senior Class in front of the Washington Monument, 2025.

Some of the Senior Class in front of the Washington Monument, 2025.

Senior high students in front of the Holocaust Memorial Museum, 2025.

Senior high students in front of the Holocaust Memorial Museum, 2025.

Even the Panther is excited for Christmas!

Even the Panther is excited for Christmas! 

Ace Dominators win the Pickleball Tournament for our first PBIS day in the high school!

Ace Dominators win the Pickleball Tournament for our first PBIS day in the high school!

2025 County Chorus, hosted by Berlin

2025 County Chorus, hosted by Berlin

Shade SADD members attended a conference hosted by SCTC!

Shade SADD members attended a conference hosted by SCTC! 

Student Council members that helped serve the Veterans Day Breakfast.

Student Council members that helped serve the Veterans Day Breakfast. 

Sr. High band members with Mr. Henigin before their concert at County Band!

Sr. High band members with Mr. Henigin before their concert at County Band!

Jr. High band members before their concert at County Band!

Jr. High band members before their concert at County Band!

Congratulations to our Reading Winners for October (Team 2, Grades 3-6).

Congratulations to our Reading Winners for October (Team 2, Grades 3-6). 

Congratulations to our Reading Winners for October (Team 2, Grades K-2).

Congratulations to our Reading Winners for October (Team 2, Grades K-2). 

Congratulations to our Reading Winners for October (individuals).

Congratulations to our Reading Winners for October (individuals). 

Students and families enjoyed their evening at the Halloween Dance!

Students and families enjoyed their evening at the Halloween Dance!

Who said dinosaurs were extinct?!

Who said dinosaurs were extinct?! 

PLANS Halloween Dance, 2025

PTA's Halloween Dance, 2025

Kindergartners were walking the runway during the Alphabet Fashion Show in school!

Kindergartners were walking the runway during the Alphabet Fashion Show in school! Head over to Shade's Facebook page to see more pictures from the fashion show! 

Mrs. Putyrski and her students having fun on Halloween while reading Macbeth!

Mrs. Putyrski and her students having fun on Halloween while reading Macbeth!

2025 Homecoming Queen, Madalyn

2025 Homecoming Queen, Madalyn

2025 Homecoming Court

2025 Homecoming Court 

2025 Homecoming Court

2025 Homecoming Court 

The escorts with the 2025 Grand Marshal

The escorts with the 2025 Grand Marshal

Get excited Panther!

Get excited Panther! 

Powderpuff cheerleaders working the crowd! Go Panthers!

Powderpuff cheerleaders working the crowd! Go Panthers! 

TOUCHDOWN!

TOUCHDOWN!

The Upperclassman powderpuff team with their coaches

The Upperclassman powderpuff team with their coaches

Underclassman powderpuff team with coaches

Underclassman powderpuff team and coaches

Shade Panther getting the crowd ready for the Homecoming celebrations!

Go Panthers Go! 

Homecoming 2025

2025 Homecoming Court and Chairwoman

Homecoming 2025

Queen Candidate Natalia escorted by Chase

Homecoming 2025

Queen Candidate Madalyn escorted by Braxton

Homecoming 2025

Queen Candidate Kennedy escorted by Connor

Homecoming 2025

Queen Candidate Alana escorted by Mike

Homecoming 2025

Queen Candidate Natalie escorted by Jory

Three people painting a large yellow paw print on pavement.

Seniors leaving their mark! (Kennedy, Mike, and Madelyn)

Group of nine young people sitting on a path with paint supplies and a design on the ground.

Members of student council refreshing the paw prints leading to the football field.

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Latest News

The Shade-Shanksville Panthers Volleyball Team will host the Salisbury Elks on Thursday, October 29, 2026

The Shade-Shanksville Panthers Volleyball Team will host the Salisbury Elks on Thursday, October 29, 2026 at the Cairnbrook Elementary Gym in the first round in the PIAA District 5 Championships. The match will start 7:00pm.

Advanced digital tickets can be purchased at piaad5.hometownticketing.com, the District 5 PIAA website district5.piaa.org.

General Admission tickets at the gate are $10.00. Encourage those who may want to attend that tickets bought in advance are at a substantial savings. The advanced "Student" ticket is $4.00 and "Adult" ticket is $7.00

Open School Board Seat

A vacancy exists for an individual to represent the Shade-Central City School District Board of Directors. Applicants' primary residence must be located within the geographical boundaries of the Shade-Central City School District. This appointment would expire at the Reorganization Meeting in December 2029. Those interested should submit a resume or letter of interest to Dr. David Reeder, Acting Superintendent at the Shade-Central City School District in person or via email- [email protected] . Please contract Mr. Reeder with any questions or at 814-754-4648. Deadline: Friday, October 23, 2026.

Change to Parent Teacher Conference Date

Change to Parent Teacher Conferences
Students will attend school on November 9th, 2026, for a regular school day. Students will not have school on November 16th, 2026, due to Parent Teacher Conferences being rescheduled.

Transportation Information

Please be advised that updated bus routes, and details for transportation changes for your student, are now available online. You can view your student’s specific routing information, by logging into your school Focus account and navigating to the transportation tab. If you need to make changes to their scheduled transportation, or have any questions, please call the school office at 814-754-5021. Thank you for your cooperation!
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