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.
Congratulations to Arlo Salevsky in Ms. Adams' class for joining the 300 Book Club!!!
🎤 RLBMS Lunch Karaoke! 🎶
Our Hornets brought the energy Friday during lunch karaoke—singing, laughing, and cheering each other on! It’s always awesome to see students step up to the mic and have fun together. 💚💛
📹 Check out the highlight video on our website!
Visit the RLBMS page and click the featured link to watch the performances.
Great job, Hornets! 🐝
#RLBMS #HornetPride #LunchKaraoke #StudentLife
Miss L's last day.
We are so thankful to have the middle school STING students, led by Mrs. Outman, at Charlotte Lappla today to help students make ornaments for Christmas! The students had such an amazing day.
🎄 Holiday Cheer in Action! 🎄
Our amazing RLBMS STING students teamed up with Charlotte Lappla Elementary to spread joy and creativity this season! 🌟 Together, they crafted beautiful holiday decorations and shared smiles all around.
💚 Teamwork. Creativity. Community.
That’s what the STING spirit is all about! 🐝
📸 Check out these festive moments and let’s celebrate the power of helping hands!
#RLBMS #STINGStudents #HolidayCrafts #CommunityStrong #StudentLeadership
Our amazing RLBMS STING students teamed up with Charlotte Lappla Elementary to spread joy and creativity this season! 🌟 Together, they crafted beautiful holiday decorations and shared smiles all around.
💚 Teamwork. Creativity. Community.
That’s what the STING spirit is all about! 🐝
📸 Check out these festive moments and let’s celebrate the power of helping hands!
#RLBMS #STINGStudents #HolidayCrafts #CommunityStrong #StudentLeadership
🎄RLBMS STING Students Spread Holiday Cheer! 🎄
STING students on their way to craft ornaments with Charlotte Lappla students.
A huge thank you to Benedict’s Bus Service for generously donating a warm bus so students could travel comfortably and avoid the cold weather ❄️🚌
Stay tuned—more festive fun to come soon! 🎅✨
STING students on their way to craft ornaments with Charlotte Lappla students.
A huge thank you to Benedict’s Bus Service for generously donating a warm bus so students could travel comfortably and avoid the cold weather ❄️🚌
Stay tuned—more festive fun to come soon! 🎅✨
Congratulations to Jack on becoming a member of the 100 book club!
Madilynn is a super reader! She has been working hard on reading this book all by herself!
Wellsboro Area School District athletic events schedule for December 8th through December 13th
'Tis the season....dress up days are on the way!
Don Gill had some Turkeys on car duty before the Thanksgiving break!
🌟 RLBMS Staff Spotlight 🌟
We are excited to highlight Mrs. Szentesy!
⭐ Name: Mrs. Szentesy
⭐ Years in the District: 19
⭐ Fun Fact:
“I went to college to be a forensic anthropologist.”
⭐ Favorite Thing About Working With Middle School Students:
“There is never a dull moment, and I (mostly) love learning their ‘language.’ Six seeeeeeven!”
⭐ Pets:
“I don’t have any pets, but I live on a lake so I have plenty of wildlife to watch out my window!”
⭐ Favorite Book, Movie, or TV Show:
The Office
⭐ Favorite Food:
Tofu — “it’s so versatile!”
⭐ Favorite Travel Spot:
St. Pete Beach, Florida
⭐ Bucket List Goal:
Learn sign language.
⭐ Favorite Snack:
PopCorner chips!
⭐ Early Bird or Night Owl:
Early bird.
⭐ Dream Superpower:
The ability to slow down time.
⭐ If I Could Swap Jobs:
“I would definitely be a librarian!”
⭐ Words of Wisdom:
“You can’t control how others act, but you can choose how you react.”
💚🐝 Thank you, Mrs. Szentesy, for your dedication, positivity, and the energy you bring to The Rock!
We are excited to highlight Mrs. Szentesy!
⭐ Name: Mrs. Szentesy
⭐ Years in the District: 19
⭐ Fun Fact:
“I went to college to be a forensic anthropologist.”
⭐ Favorite Thing About Working With Middle School Students:
“There is never a dull moment, and I (mostly) love learning their ‘language.’ Six seeeeeeven!”
⭐ Pets:
“I don’t have any pets, but I live on a lake so I have plenty of wildlife to watch out my window!”
⭐ Favorite Book, Movie, or TV Show:
The Office
⭐ Favorite Food:
Tofu — “it’s so versatile!”
⭐ Favorite Travel Spot:
St. Pete Beach, Florida
⭐ Bucket List Goal:
Learn sign language.
⭐ Favorite Snack:
PopCorner chips!
⭐ Early Bird or Night Owl:
Early bird.
⭐ Dream Superpower:
The ability to slow down time.
⭐ If I Could Swap Jobs:
“I would definitely be a librarian!”
⭐ Words of Wisdom:
“You can’t control how others act, but you can choose how you react.”
💚🐝 Thank you, Mrs. Szentesy, for your dedication, positivity, and the energy you bring to The Rock!
🦌🍁 RLBMS Hunter Safety Reminder 🍁🦌
As hunting season gets underway, we want to wish all our students, families, and community members a safe and responsible season!
A few important reminders:
🔸 Hunter Safety First:
Always follow PA Game Commission guidelines, wear blaze orange, know your target and beyond, and never hunt alone.
🔸 Share Your Success!
Students are welcome to bring pictures of their harvest to school for our annual RLBMS Game Gallery. No weapons in photo. Please bring photos and information to Mr. Hildebrand.
We can’t wait to celebrate your traditions and see your photos. Have a safe, respectful, and memorable season, Hornets! 🐝🧡🏔️
🦃 Happy Thanksgiving from the Teachers & Staff at RLBMS! 🍂💛💚
As we head into the holiday break, we want to wish all of our students, families, and community members a warm and wonderful Thanksgiving. We are grateful for your support, partnership, and the incredible students who make Rock L. Butler Middle School such a special place.
May your day be filled with good food, laughter, and time spent with the people who matter most.
Have a safe and relaxing holiday weekend — we’ll see you after the break!
🍁 Happy Thanksgiving from The Rock! 🍁
As we head into the holiday break, we want to wish all of our students, families, and community members a warm and wonderful Thanksgiving. We are grateful for your support, partnership, and the incredible students who make Rock L. Butler Middle School such a special place.
May your day be filled with good food, laughter, and time spent with the people who matter most.
Have a safe and relaxing holiday weekend — we’ll see you after the break!
🍁 Happy Thanksgiving from The Rock! 🍁
🎨🦃 Sixth Grade Handprint Turkeys!
As part of our focus on filling in some of the fun “missed moments” of childhood, our sixth graders spent today creating classic paint-hand turkeys—an activity many never had the chance to try when they were younger.
In the lively chaos of an early dismissal, students rolled up their sleeves and made colorful, quirky handprint turkeys to bring home and share with their families. They may not be perfect, but that’s exactly the point—they’re creative, silly, and full of personality.
We hope these little works of art make it safely to your fridge door or even your Thanksgiving table. Happy almost–Thanksgiving! 🦃✨
As part of our focus on filling in some of the fun “missed moments” of childhood, our sixth graders spent today creating classic paint-hand turkeys—an activity many never had the chance to try when they were younger.
In the lively chaos of an early dismissal, students rolled up their sleeves and made colorful, quirky handprint turkeys to bring home and share with their families. They may not be perfect, but that’s exactly the point—they’re creative, silly, and full of personality.
We hope these little works of art make it safely to your fridge door or even your Thanksgiving table. Happy almost–Thanksgiving! 🦃✨
