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Schools in the School District of Lancaster are closed indefinitely and the district is providing at-home enrichment, review and instruction while working with local, state and national leaders to combat the global spread of COVID-19, or coronavirus. All district updates, resources for on at-home learning and general information about the illness are on a dedicated webpage on this site.

Coronavirus Information

ONLINE INSTRUCTION

LEARN FROM HOME

School District of Lancaster teachers are providing enrichment and review for students while at home. Work may include packets, online resources, and/or virtual instruction to reinforce or extend students’ prior learning.

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SERVICES

PROVIDE SUPPORT

We continue to provide as many services as possible, including free meals (distributed Tuesdays and Thursdays) and healthcare at the clinic based at JP McCaskey (by appointment). Visit our Student Services page and use the dedicated forms to connect directly with a school counselor or social worker.

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COMMUNITY

SHARE RESOURCES

Thankfully, Lancaster is a city with many community partners who want to help in this uncertain and challenging time. SDoL's student services team is compiling a list of resources where families can find additional support during the COVID-19 outbreak.

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With students unable to attend school and participating in remote learning, it is vital for the School District of Lancaster to have correct mailing addresses for all families. SDoL mails work packets to elementary students at the addresses in our system. If your address has changed, and you have not yet updated the school district, please complete the form below. You are able to use your phone camera to provide proof of residency. Thank you!

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Featured News

SDoL meal distribution shifts to Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning April 9

Due to demand, the School District of Lancaster is resuming bi-weekly meal distribution, every Tuesday and Thursday, beginning April 9. The district will distribute three days of meals, breakfast and lunch, every Thursday and two days of meals every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to noon at five sites in the district: Carter & MacRae, Hamilton, […]

Final HS device distribution April 8

Families who were unable to pick up laptops or iPads from the McCaskey Campus will have another opportunity on Wednesday, April 8 from 1 to 4 p.m. All high school students will be using iPads or other district-issued devices for enrichment and review and planned instruction at home while the district’s schools are closed due to COVID-19.

LEARN

Our students succeed when families thrive. Find resources for parents/guardians on topics including attendance, counseling, college/career preparation, mental health and healthcare.

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Community

INSPIRE

Our schools are the cornerstone of a great community. Learn more about partnership opportunities for community organizations and ways individuals and groups can volunteer to support our students.

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Resources

GROW

We are proud to be responsible stewards of our community resources. Learn about our district budget priorities, facilities investments, real estate taxes and sponsorship opportunities.

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ALUMNI & FRIENDS

ENGAGE

Learn more about the McCaskey Alumni Association, one of the most active high school alumni groups in the US, and the Lancaster Education Foundation, supporting teaching excellence and student success in SDoL.

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All events in the School District of Lancaster are on hiatus at the order of the governor. At this time, schools are closed indefinitely. Missed activities may be rescheduled and/or canceled depending on if and when school can resume as normal.

The events below and the full calendar reflect the district’s original schedule. When we are confident we can resume activities, we will update the calendar to reflect the revised schedule. Thank you for your understanding.