Shepherdstown Elementary Unveils New Building with Ceremony
Shepherdstown Elementary School celebrates new building with dedication ceremony
The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Tuesday, December 16, 2025
By Staff
On December 11, Shepherdstown Elementary School celebrated the opening of its new 57,445-square-foot building with a dedication ceremony, marking the culmination of over a decade of planning. Principal Jodi Payne welcomed the community, emphasizing the building as a nurturing environment for students to learn and grow. With facilities like a STEAM lab, library, and outdoor classroom, the new school is designed to inspire future generations of Black Bears. The event featured remarks from local education leaders and performances by students, including the fifth-grade chorus, showcasing an exciting new chapter for the school and its community in Shepherdstown.