Chambersburg Area School District

Kindness month continues with a Kindness Tunnel at Hamilton Heights Elementary this morning. Thank you to all the first responders, community members, CASD staff, and CASHS band/cheerleaders/athletes who offered kind words and encouragement to students!

Explore the future with Xello at CASD! Families can now use the Family Portal to see their child’s interests, career exploration, goals, and plans. Hear from Brad Ocker and learn how Xello supports future-ready students. 💙 #OneTrojanCommunity

Mr. Marvin Worthy, member of the Chambersburg Rotary Club, visited Thaddeus Stevens Elementary School to read "Fox in Sox" by Dr. Seuss for the Read across America initiative.

Superintendent Chris Bigger talks with Melissa Cashdollar, Director of Middle Level Grades 4–8, about CASD’s new intermediate and middle schools, future programming for grades 4–8, and how these changes will strengthen One Trojan Community. Watch: youtu.be/iUDmRXYdWxU

Kindergarten Registration has been open for two months, and the Class of 2039 has 215 young scholars enrolled in the early registration window. Our first giveaway winner is Jolynn! To register, visit casdonline.org/departments/re…. Your child may be the next winner!

Don't forget! Join us tomorrow at the Chambersburg Engagement Center (20 South Main St) from 4pm-6pm for our one year celebration of serving families. Come to learn more about the services that we offer.

All CASD schools will be closed this Wednesday, March 18th, for an Act 80 Day. #CASD #Chambersburg #SchoolClosure #Act80Day #FranklinCountyPA #TrojanPride #CommunityUpdate

All CASD schools will dismiss two hours early today, Monday, March 16th, due to expected severe weather this afternoon. All evening events are also cancelled.

All CASD Schools will be closed this Friday, March 13th, for Spring break. Enjoy your long weekend!

CASD will hold a committee-of-the-whole board meeting tonight starting at 7:00 p.m. The meeting is held in the CASD Administration Building boardroom and will be streamed on YouTube. Read more: ow.ly/hOe850XT5Wt

A CASD co-op experience helped Alicia Lear discover her passion for teaching. Her story reflects the kind of career exploration now supported through Xello, CASD’s new college and career readiness platform. Watch Alicia's story here ow.ly/KZHC50YqnuE

Meet Anna Offutt, ESL Teacher at Stevens Elementary School! 📷Anna explains how CASD supports multilingual learners, strengthens English language development, and helps students build academic success through strong classroom and ESL supports. Watch here: youtu.be/QVZBS1p5FyE

CASD Navy JROTC cadets showcased their hard work at today’s annual Pass-in-Review at CASHS, featuring a formal review, drill demonstrations, and awards. We’re proud of their dedication and leadership. 📸 See photos below and watch a short clip here: youtu.be/QuH8xEZfEsU

Join us for the Chambersburg Navy JROTC Pass-in-Review tomorrow, March 4, at CASHS Field House! Drill demos begin at 10:45am (arrive by 10:30). Free & open to the public. Come celebrate our Cadets’ accomplishments! Park in McKinley St. lot. Read more: ow.ly/gIG950YoHQ2

Reminder: Join us March 7, 2026 at Scotland Community Center for the CASD Mini-THON Bingo Fundraiser! $30 includes 24 games ($50–$100 prizes) + lunch. Doors 11:45am | Bingo 1pm. Special $250 & $500 games, raffles & more! 🎉 Tickets: fourdiamonds.donordrive.com/chambersburgar…

All schools will open on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026.

The Trojan Band celebrates 100 years on Saturday, May 9 at 7PM in the CASHS Auditorium! 🎶 Past directors Lerew, Gotwald & Wenerd return to conduct, plus the premiere of “Orders to Burn” by 2023 grad Jacob Picking.

🏰 March 2–6 is National School Breakfast Week! This year’s theme, “The Quest for Breakfast,” highlights the importance of starting each day with a nutritious meal. Be sure to review this week’s breakfast menu and encourage your student to join the quest! 🥞✨

At Ben Chambers Elementary, 1st and 2nd grade families attended a Title I family event where they learned how to support reading and math at home. Families were given materials to play the reading and math games at home for further practice.

CASHS Tiny Trojan Preschool registration is now open for 2025–2026! 🎓 FREE program for children turning 4 by Oct. 1, 2026 (must be potty trained). Classes meet Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri, 9:30–11:00am. Learn more and register here: ow.ly/4SM550YmtfP

Progress reports for secondary students (grades 6th through 12th) have been posted to the Community Web Portal and are now available to view. To access progress reports or to sign up for an account, visit: ow.ly/gvaI50Ym6v6