School District of Lancaster

The School District of Lancaster's School Climate Team attended the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for the Emotional Intelligence Leadership Symposium! This incredible opportunity is all about becoming more emotionally intelligent leaders, cultivate well-being for our dedicated staff, and foster a thriving learning environment within our school district. Through this transformative experience, they're gaining invaluable insights and tools to bring back to our district. Our goal is to foster an atmosphere of empathy, resilience, and emotional well-being, ensuring our schools are places where students can excel academically and grow personally. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue this journey of growth and positive change. #SDoLPA #SDoLproud #community #education #strongertogether

Summer camps are in full swing! School District of Lancaster's Wickersham ES kicked off their two-week adventure where our students will dive into a world of learning and fun! From coding to gardening, sign language to bucket drumming, and soccer and basketball skills to crocheting, robotics, and STEM activities – there’s something for everyone to discover and enjoy. At Camp WICK, these next two weeks are all about empowering our students with new skills, sparking their passions, and creating lasting memories. We can't wait to see the amazing things they’ll achieve! #SDoLPA #SDoLProud #Summer #Summercamp #lancasterpa #community #strongertogether #STEAM #STEM

As our McCaskey graduates embark on their next big adventure to college, we invite our community to come together and help them on their journey. McCaskey High School's Future Ready Center is collecting new or gently used luggage to ensure our graduates have everything they need as they step into this exciting new chapter. Your donation, big or small, can make a world of difference. Donations are accepted through August 2nd. Thank you for your generosity and for being a part of our graduates' success story. Together, we can make their transition to college a little bit easier and a lot more special! #SDoLPA #SDoLProud #Classof2024 #Community #strongertogether

The 13th annual Back-to-School Event will kick off at the stadium at 12 noon Sunday, Aug. 18. Festivities will continue until 4 p.m., followed by free admission to the Lancaster Stormers baseball game against the Staten Island FerryHawks at 5 p.m. During the Back-to-School Event, children receive free school supplies for the upcoming year. They can also receive a free haircut, and their families can learn about available social services. Over the years, the event has grown into a community festival, with music, food, games and other activities. Participation is open to children who will be entering kindergarten through 8th grade in 2024-25 school year. Registration is required. The deadline is 4:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 12. United Way of Lancaster County, PA is helping with volunteer recruitment for the Back to School Event. Dozens of volunteers are needed before, during and after Aug. 18: To sort and pack items ahead of time; to assist with logistics and distribution on the day itself; and to return any unused supplies to storage afterward. #BacktoSchool #Community #communityaction #strongertogether #education

Thank you to everyone who attended the School District of Lancaster's Support Staff Hiring Event at McCaskey HS - East! To see the enthusiasm and passion of everyone for making a difference in our students' lives inspire us. It was wonderful to meet so many individuals ready to join our team and support our community. If you couldn't make it to the event, don't worry! We are still hiring and would love for you to join us. Visit our website for more information and to apply. Together We Can! #SDoLPA #SDoLProud #Hiring #JointheTeam #Education #TogetherWeCan

We love seeing our team go above and beyond and leaning into our mission every day. School District of Lancaster's Reynolds Middle School Mr. Swinton and Mr. Iguina were out and about, visiting students around town. Despite the heat, they were spreading the word that the new school year is just around the corner, and we’re ready to welcome everyone back! #SDoLPA #SDoLProud #LancasterPA #Education #community #strongertogether

The School District of Lancaster is hosting a Support Staff Hiring Event on Wednesday, July 10th, at McCaskey East! Are you looking to make a positive impact in support roles our schools? We’re looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and make a difference in the lives of our students. Whether you’re looking to start a new career or advance in your current role, we have opportunities for you. Childcare is available for those who need it. Don’t miss this chance to be a part of something great! #LancasterPA #SDoLPA #SDoLProud #Hiring #jointheteam #Education

The School District of Lancaster is hiring a director of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, a new position primarily responsible for ensuring the district implements its equity policy with fidelity. The school board adopted an education equity policy in the spring of 2022, committing the district to “addressing barriers that prevent achievement” and ensuring that student outcomes are “neither predicted nor predetermined by explicit or implicit biases.” The policy includes a host of guidelines, directing the superintendent or designee to use diverse curricular materials, analyze student data, review policies and practices with an equity lens, improve employee diversity, and report annually to the board on efforts and progress. “It’s a big, important policy,” said SDoL superintendent Dr. Keith Miles. “We have spent the past two years working with our equity steering committee to implement it, and it has become clear to me and the board that this requires a dedicated individual to ensure that we are implementing with fidelity.” Apply today! #SDoLPA #SDoLProud #Education #DEIB #community #strongertogether

From our friends at Blessings of Hope: Saluting our heroes in blue this Independence Day! Meet Officer Shannon Mazzante, of the Lancaster City Bureau of Police, who gets snacks and drinks from Blessings of Hope to utilize in various ways to build positive experiences and relationships with students. The snacks are used at Reynolds Middle School to reward positive behaviors, kindness, and improvements. She recently donated pasta to the Cooking Club, who will then cook for the Drama Club. In addition, she coaches Girls on the Run and gets snacks and drinks for that program. Thank you for your support! #SDoLPA #SDoLproud #lancasterpa #community #strongertogether

This summer, two dedicated educators from Lincoln Middle School had a unique opportunity to travel to Cuba, creating lasting memories and strengthening bonds with the families of their students. Ellen Richardson, an English as a New Language (ELD) teacher, and her partner, Jason Stoltzfus, a 7th-grade math teacher, spent part of their summer visiting the family of one of their students, Martha Alpajon. Martha, who is set to start 8th grade at Lincoln this fall, has been spending her summer vacation in Cuba with her grandparents. Originally from Cuba, Martha and her parents relocated to Lancaster a few years ago. The visit from her teachers was a significant event for both Martha and her family. Reflecting on the experience, Ellen Richardson stated, “It was an honor and a privilege to visit Martha and her family in Cuba. Traveling to Cuba was a life-changing experience for us, and it gave us a deeper appreciation for who our students are and what they bring with them when they relocate to Lancaster. This experience has been a highlight of our careers.” #SDoLPA #SDoLProud #Summer #Travel #Adventure #Community #strongertogether