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Community Engagement

Mercersburg students stocking shelves at a local food pantry

Community service is a valued component of the Mercersburg experience, and all students are invited to participate.

Mercersburg Academy has established Community Engagement as an organized, designated afternoon activity (Performance Group Activity) available to students during each academic term. Many students participate in at least one community-service project each year, and the results are notable. Mercersburg has a number of relationships with organizations in our local community. Take a peek at some of our active service projects.

Mercersburg Academy interns use their free periods to provide extra support at the local elementary school.

Interns use their free periods to provide extra support at the local elementary school.

Students support Peckin' Thyme Animal Sanctuary by cleaning stalls, feeding the animals, and socializing with them.

Students support Peckin' Thyme Animal Sanctuary by cleaning stalls, feeding the animals, and socializing with them.  

Not only do you and your classmates work, have fun, and develop lifelong skills, but you also know at the end of the day that you’ve made a positive impact on your community.
Emily Parsons, Director of Community Engagement

The Conococheague Institute 

At the Conococheague Institute, students take on projects to support the site's historical and ecological mission.

My Neighbor’s Bounty

Our students help our town's food pantry through essential warehouse work, fundraisers, and food deliveries.

Special Olympics Maryland

Mercersburg has a long-standing relationship with Special Olympics that includes volunteering at regional events.