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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!

Elementary PBIS Snow Day

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

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

Mrs. Galish's room celebrating Valentine's Day

Laurel Arts visits the elementary school!

Basketball Senior, Braxton, recognized for 500 rebounds.

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.

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

Even the Panther is excited for Christmas!

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

2025 County Chorus, hosted by Berlin

Shade SADD members attended a conference hosted by SCTC!

Student Council members that helped serve the Veterans Day Breakfast.

Sr. High band members with Mr. Henigin 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 K-2).

Congratulations to our Reading Winners for October (individuals).

Students and families enjoyed their evening at the Halloween Dance!

Who said dinosaurs were extinct?!

PTA's Halloween Dance, 2025

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!

2025 Homecoming Queen, Madalyn

2025 Homecoming Court

The escorts with the 2025 Grand Marshal

Get excited Panther!

Powderpuff cheerleaders working the crowd! Go Panthers!

TOUCHDOWN!

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!

2025 Homecoming Court and Chairwoman

Queen Candidate Natalia escorted by Chase

Queen Candidate Madalyn escorted by Braxton

Queen Candidate Kennedy escorted by Connor

Queen Candidate Alana escorted by Mike

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

WestPAC Softball Championship Game

Date: May 11
Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Mount Aloysius College, Cresson, PA
Game Details: Shade-Shanksville vs. Turkeyfoot Valley; Shade-Shanksville will be "Home Team" and Turkeyfoot Valley will be "Away Team"

Online Ticket Link: Click on the "Get Your Tickets Online" Image Below