Across Lancaster, students are raising their voices on behalf of public education. What started as an International Baccalaureate Global Politics assignment became a student-led rallying call to protest the state’s […]
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Honoring and celebrating our school leaders: National Principals Month – October 2025
Every October, the School District of Lancaster joins schools across the country in celebrating National Principals Month, a time to honor the leaders who shape the daily experiences of students, […]
Student participation in 2025 PAYS survey
Our district is taking part in the 2025 Pennsylvania Youth Survey (PAYS) and the 2025 Pennsylvania Youth Survey Junior (PAYS Jr.) sponsored by the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency, […]
Honoring legacy and leadership: the 29th Annual Distinguished McCaskey Alumni Awards Banquet
The J.P. McCaskey Alumni Association hosted its 29th Annual Distinguished Alumni Awards Banquet on Thursday, October 2, celebrating five McCaskey HS graduates whose personal and professional achievements continue to inspire […]
Celebrating heritage, honoring community at the annual City of Lancaster’s Hispanic Heritage Month celebration
Every year, from September 15 to October 15, the nation celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, a time to recognize the cultures, histories, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans who have […]
Art that speaks, stories that connect: Speak to My Soul
At the Thaddeus Stevens & Lydia Hamilton Smith Center for History and Democracy, the relaunch of Speak to My Soul unfolded as an evening of artistry, truth-telling, and community connection. […]
Celebrating Lancaster traditions: Central Market’s Fall Harvest Breakfast and McCaskey Tag Day
Fall in Lancaster has a way of bringing people together. The air feels a little crisper, the pace a little slower, and the sense of community a little stronger. This […]
Staff shoutout: Christopher Wenden, School and Community Engagement, at McCaskey HS
Every school day begins with thousands of small moments that set the tone for what follows. For McCaskey High School students, one of those moments is often being greeted by […]
McCaskey student Ruth Abera named national winner in USTA Foundation NJTL essay contest
The School District of Lancaster is honored to recognize McCaskey High School student Ruth Abera, who has been named a national winner of the 2025 USTA Foundation National Junior Tennis […]
Pink Lancaster: Order your shirts to support the fight against breast cancer!
It’s that time of year again for Pink Lancaster. Pink Lancaster began in 2011 by Advantage Lancaster with a heartfelt mission: to uplift and support individuals and families impacted by cancer […]
Building trust and community, one cup at a time
On Wednesday, October 1, Burrowes Elementary School opened its doors not only to students and families but also to the community and the Lancaster Township Police Department for the 9th […]
Celebrating and recognizing Yom Kippur – October 1-2, 2025
At the School District of Lancaster, we strive to create a community where every student, family, and staff member feels seen, valued, and respected. Part of that work is recognizing […]