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Elementary School: Expose

Elementary school is all about exposing students to opportunities at School District of Lancaster. Students participate in college visits, hands on career exploration, and regular lessons focused on college and career readiness.

At School District of Lancaster we want to make sure you find the postsecondary pathway that is the right fit for you. Our vision is that all students receive a McCaskey diploma plus one other credential”. A high school diploma simply isn’t enough in today’s economy, students need some type of postsecondary training. Whether that be industry credentials, short or long term training programs, military enlistment, or enrollment in a 2 or 4 year college all students benefit from additional learning.

Below are some resources to help you explore different pathways. Learn about our higher education partners and opportunities right here in the Lancaster community.

Higher Education Partners

Elizabethtown College

Elizabethtown College hosts 5th grade students for an annual college visit.

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Franklin & Marshall College

F&M College hosts 5th grade students for an annual college visit. 

Franklin & Marshall College

Harrisburg Area Community College

HACC’s Lancaster Campus hosts 5th grade students for an annual college visit. 

Harrisburg Area Community College

Pennsylvania College of Art & Design

Pennsylvania College of Art & Design hosts 5th grade students for an annual college visit. Students participate in hands on activities to learn about careers in the arts.

Pennsylvania College of Art & Design

Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology

Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology is a longtime partner through the Adopt-a-Kindergarten program. Kindergarten students at 8 schools visit Thaddeus Stevens and participate in activities with Thaddeus Stevens professors. While currently limited to 8 schools, Thaddeus Stevens plans to add an additional school year each.

Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology

Future Readiness Resources

  • PA 529

    It is never too early to save for higher education

    PA 529

  • Future Readiness Checklist

    Future readiness checklist for elementary students and families

    Future Readiness Checklist

  • Xello

    Students can log in to Xello by using their SDoL credentials

    Xello

Learn More About Paying for Postsecondary Education