Matthew Przywara / Assistant Superintendent
As the Assistant Superintendent for the School District of Lancaster, Matt has built an over 18-year career in public education that has delivered year-over-year improvements for students, staff, and families throughout Pennsylvania. As an advocate for equitable education, he has a background in finance and operations and led the district through significant financial challenges while ensuring students always come first. He has completed over $250 million in construction projects for upgraded learning facilities and initiated a comprehensive school boundary realignment.
Office of the Assistant Superintendent
- Effective leadership and management with a focus on caring, clarity, communication, consistency, people, process, productivity, and performance
- Strategic and organizational planning and alignment of all district resources and plans to improve student outcomes to fulfill our mission, vision, and values
- Systems to support effective engagement with key stakeholder groups, including the Board and employee associations
- Data-driven decision-making with a focus on improving equity, understanding the impact of decisions across the organization, and clearly and consistently communicating those decisions
Karen Wynn / Director of Curriculum, Instruction, & Assessment
With 28 years in education, Karen Wynn brings experience as a classroom teacher and principal to lead the School District of Lancaster’s Office of Curriculum, Instruction, & Assessment. In this role, she guides the Theory of Action with a focus on the instructional framework, a standards aligned curriculum, and academic systems of supports for students.
Office of Curriculum, Instruction, & Assessment
- High-quality instruction that meets the rigor of state standards
- Responsive and effective curriculum, programs, and supporting resources
- Coaching and professional development that enhances instructional practice
- Assessments that measure student learning to inform curriculum, customize instruction, and drive professional development
Chris Lopez / Executive Director of Student Services
A long-standing SDoL team member, Chris Lopez has served the SDoL community for over 20 years. He began his career as a Paraeducator in an Emotional Support classroom. He later began teaching in both Special Education and Alternative Education. He then moved into school leadership and effectiveness serving as an Assistant Principal and Principal at Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary for nearly 10 years. He is currently the Executive Director of Student Services leading the District’s Strategic Blueprint on Student-Centered Culture and Climate.
Office of Student Services
- A positive school climate where all students feel welcomed, supported, and safe in school: socially, emotionally, intellectually, and physically
- Responsive and effective systems and processes that remove obstacles and create opportunities for students to meet their full potential
- Coaching and professional development that ensures a Multi-Tiered System of Support in meeting student needs
- Collaborative analysis of data and solution design that informs resources, programs, and supports that ensure students have the tools to succeed in college, career, and the community
Dr. Camille Hopkins / Director of Schools
Dr. Camille Hopkins has served in the field of urban education for over two decades as a teacher, Dean of Students, Assistant Principal, and Principal. She was awarded Distinguished Principal status by the Pennsylvania Department of Education and the National Institute for School Leadership. In addition, George Ross Elementary School was named a Title I Distinguished School under her leadership as Principal. She is currently the Director of Schools, empowering and coaching principals to lead high performing schools. In this role, she also leads the Principal Resident Program, preparing teacher leaders to become future principals in the School District of Lancaster.
Dr. Josh Keene / Director of Schools
Dr. Josh Keene has been a classroom teacher, Dean, Assistant Principal and Principal, all in the School District of Lancaster. As Director of Schools, he works collaboratively with building leaders and central office staff to improve schools, drive student achievement and meet the goals in the district’s Theory of Action.
Office of School Leadership
- Cultivation and engagement of instructional leaders to guide systematic continuous improvement and increased desired outcomes through problem-solving and data-driven decisions
- School improvement planning and implementation that focuses on creating and managing high-performing systems that provide educational opportunities for students
- Coaching and professional development that enhances equity and excellence in leadership practice
- Ensuring that leaders guide school communities to outcomes that have a direct impact on the teaching and learning of students
Adam Aurand / Director of Strategic Communications
A nearly 20-year communications professional, Adam works to ensure SDoL communicates effectively and efficiently with its various constituent groups. Previously director of marketing and public relations at Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology and public relations specialist at Conestoga Valley School District, Adam also has experience in journalism and private industry. He writes for and consults with the Pennsylvania School Boards Association and is active in the Lancaster Chamber of Commerce.
Office of Communications & Engagement
- Promotion of the district’s brand and desirability within the community
- Family engagement that fosters shared responsibility among families, school, and community for student achievement
- Resource development that meets district needs and supports district initiatives
- Advocacy at state and local government on behalf of the district’s strategic priorities
Angela Williams / Director of Human Resources
Currently the Acting Director of Human Resources in the Office of Talent and Employee Engagement, Angela Williams joined SDoL in 2012. Originally starting as the Human Resources Statistical and Data Specialist, she has developed into a leader within the department. She brings over 10 years of experience in Human Resources and over 16 years of experience in the public sector. She holds a Master of Business Administration from Lebanon Valley College. She is passionate about serving the community in which she lives.
Office of Talent & Employee Engagement
- Attraction of high-quality and diverse staff that embody our organizational values
- Effective talent development to meet the needs of the organization
- Competitive total rewards strategy that is monetary, beneficial, and developmental and continually attracts our talent and supports the integration of work and life
- Tools and solutions that foster a culture of support, high expectations, performance, and engagement
Dr. Jeremy Raff / Director of Data Analytics
Jeremy Raff guides the district’s efforts to ensure data quality, capacity, and culture. He joined School District of Lancaster in 2016 after experiences in youth services and nonprofit management in the Lancaster community. Originally serving as Coordinator of College and Career Services, Dr. Raff transitioned into the Director of Data Analytics role in late 2022. He is passionate about making data accessible for all stakeholders in the SDoL community.
Office of Data Analytics
- Systems and procedures to ensure data quality
- Analysis and research to measure the effectiveness of SDoL-provided services and programs
- Tools, resources, and training to ensure departments use, track, and analyze data effectively
- Transparent reporting of data and insights to both government agencies and our local community
Kim Reynolds / Director of Finance
Kim Reynolds has worked for the School District of Lancaster for more than 20 years in various accounting/finance positions. She is currently the Director of Finance for SDoL. She graduated from York College of PA with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and from Eastern University with a Master of Business Administration. Kim is a member of the PASBO Accounting Committee as well and holds the credential of a Pennsylvania School Business Administrator.
Office of Finance
- Data-driven decision-making with a focus on financial analysis and academic return on investment
- Equitable allocation and stewardship of financial resources to provide maximum value to students today and in the future
- Transparency in reporting key financial information to stakeholders, including the School Board, staff, and community
- Financial tools and efficient solutions to maximize the time staff focus on student learning
Drew Schenk / Director of Operations
With 15 years of executive management experience in purchasing and operations, Drew Schenk leads the Office of Facilities, Office of Information Technology, Office of Food & Child Nutrition, and Office of Enrollment & Child Accounting. Drew holds a Bachelor of Science and Masters of Business Administration from Millerville University, a Master Certificate in Organization Leadership from Villanova University, and is finishing his Master of Education in School Business Leadership from Wilkes University. He also holds the designation of Pennsylvania Certified School Business Administrator from the Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials. Drew joined SDoL in 2017.
Office of Operations
- Equitable access to resources, including facilities, technology, and nutritional opportunities
- Stewardship of operational resources to provide maximum impact to students today and in the future
- Operational tools and efficient solutions to maximize the time staff focus on student learning
- Access to secure facilities conducive to safe and healthy learning and working environments