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SDoL announces finance department reorganization, to appoint interim business administrator
The School District of Lancaster today announced a series of financial leadership and organizational changes designed to strengthen internal controls, improve oversight, and ensure greater accuracy and transparency in financial […]
Expanding what support looks like after the school day ends: Nearly $500K to expand Lancaster’s Bench Mark Program
In the School District of Lancaster, we know that what happens after the final bell can be just as important as what happens during the school day. That is why […]
Staying Connected
Representing Hazel I. Jackson Middle School Wheatland Middle School- Reynolds Middle School:, Elizabeth R. Martin and Lincoln Middle School:, these School District of Lancaster middle school students formed a team that reflected something bigger than any single school. They called themselves I.C.E, short for Integrity, Commitment, and Empowerment. Those words became the standard they held themselves to long before the first game even began.
Competing in a regional NFL FLAG tournament in Baltimore, they entered an environment that demanded more than athletic ability. By the end of the weekend, they had gone undefeated, earning the championship!
Now, they are heading to Indiana this July to compete in the NFL FLAG National Tournament. Their game will be streamed on ESPN.
They started in Lancaster Recreation Commission's Flag Football team and now they're competing on the national stage. We are so proud! CONGRATULATIONS Red Tornado!
In the School District of Lancaster, we know that what happens after the final bell can be just as important as what happens during the school day.
That is why the recent announcement from @repizzy , awarding nearly $500,000 to expand the @bench_mark_strong Program, represents something much larger than a funding increase. It’s an investment in the systems of support that help students stay connected to their education when they need it most.
The Bench Mark Program has long been a trusted partner in Lancaster, working directly with students who are navigating challenges that extend beyond the classroom. Through mentorship, daily check-ins, and skill-building, the program meets young people where they are and helps guide them toward where they can go. This expansion will allow that work to reach more students at a critical moment, particularly those experiencing or at risk of chronic absenteeism.
In our district, we understand that attendance is not just a number. It’s a signal. Missing just two days a month can place a student on a path toward disengagement, making early intervention essential to long-term success. This is where partnerships like Bench Mark matter most.
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