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Inclement Weather – Monday, December 15, 2025
Update: Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 5:54 p.m. SDoL Alert: Due to cold temperatures and blowing and drifting snow, the district will operate on a two-hour delay on Monday, Dec. […]
Where belonging meets books: Lafayette ES’s 2nd annual Book Blast
We know that strong literacy skills are built not only through instruction, but through moments that help students see reading as something that belongs to them. On Wednesday, December 10, […]
Staying Connected
Hanukkah invites us to pause during the shortest days of the year and reflect on the enduring power of light. It's a celebration rooted in perseverance, faith, and the belief that even a small flame, when protected and shared, can illuminate far more than its immediate surroundings. That message resonates deeply within our schools and throughout our city.
Across School District of Lancaster, we are proud of the many cultures, traditions, and identities that shape our classrooms. Jewish students, families, and staff are an important part of our community, and honoring their traditions strengthens the sense of belonging that we strive to create for every learner. When traditions are acknowledged and celebrated, students see themselves reflected and respected in the places where they learn and grow.
Hanukkah also reminds us of the importance of passing values from one generation to the next. The lighting of the menorah is both a remembrance and a promise. It's a reminder of resilience and a commitment to carry light forward through teaching and community connection. These are values we see every day in our schools, through educators who show up with dedication, families who partner with us, and students who bring curiosity and compassion into shared spaces.
As candles are lit this week, may they bring warmth into homes, spark meaningful conversations, and offer moments of reflection and hope.
From all of us at the School District of Lancaster, we wish our Jewish families and neighbors a happy Hanukkah, filled with light, peace, and connection.
Hanukkah invites us to pause during the shortest days of the year and reflect on the enduring power of light. It’s a celebration rooted in perseverance, faith, and the belief that even a small flame, when protected and shared, can illuminate far more than its immediate surroundings. That message resonates deeply within our schools and throughout our city.
Across School District of Lancaster, we are proud of the many cultures, traditions, and identities that shape our classrooms. Jewish students, families, and staff are an important part of our community, and honoring their traditions strengthens the sense of belonging that we strive to create for every learner. When traditions are acknowledged and celebrated, students see themselves reflected and respected in the places where they learn and grow.
Hanukkah also reminds us of the importance of passing values from one generation to the next. The lighting of the menorah is both a remembrance and a promise. It’s a reminder of resilience and a commitment to carry light forward through teaching and community connection. These are values we see every day in our schools, through educators who show up with dedication, families who partner with us, and students who bring curiosity and compassion into shared spaces.
As candles are lit this week, may they bring warmth into homes, spark meaningful conversations, and offer moments of reflection and hope.
From all of us at the School District of Lancaster, we wish our Jewish families and neighbors a happy Hanukkah, filled with light, peace, and connection.
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