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Honoring Jassinya Alvarado: A Leader Rooted in Community and Equity | Women’s History Month
Each March, Women’s History Month invites us to reflect on and elevate the women who shape our communities and institutions. These are women who have stepped into roles not always […]

Unlocking curiosity and student voice through ‘Genius Hour’
The School District of Lancaster is always seeking innovative ways to connect learning with students’ interests, creativity, and real-world skills. As part of our Strategic Focus on Academic Excellence, we’re […]

Staff Shoutout: Lauren Clemens, Burrowes ES
This week’s Staff Shoutout goes to someone who, in a matter of months, has become a cornerstone of the Burrowes Elementary community: Lauren Clemens, School Counselor. At Burrowes Elementary School, when […]

In the harvest: Heather Huffman’s path to showing up, fully | Celebrating Social Work Appreciation
“Being a social worker means having a career that allows me to be me.” When you talk to Heather Huffman, one thing becomes immediately clear, she brings her full self […]

Wharton ES collect 1,589 donations in a week of service and leadership
In the heart of Lancaster, something powerful happened at Wharton ES this March. What started as a weeklong food and toiletry drive turned into a meaningful schoolwide effort that brought […]

Reimagining systems for student success
In the School District of Lancaster, we believe that educational equity is not just a goal—it is a core value. When we say that we are committed to a culture […]

Celebrating excellence in school communications: SDoL wins big at PenSPRA
We’re proud to share some exciting news: the School District of Lancaster’s Office of Communications has been recognized by the Pennsylvania School Public Relations Association (PenSPRA) with several awards in […]

Becoming the person she once needed: Patricia Maila’s story | Celebrating Social Work Appreciation
“Being a social worker means meeting people where they are, not where I want them to be.” Some social workers arrive at their profession through coursework or internships. Others, like […]

Broadcasting NOW! Empowering the next generation of storytellers at SDoL
What does it mean to broadcast in today’s world? At the School District of Lancaster, it means empowering our students to tell powerful stories using modern tools, authentic experiences, and […]

Moving Forward Together: Celebrating Women’s History Month with Dr. April Hershey
March is a time to honor the contributions of women in history and those shaping the future. At the School District of Lancaster, we take this time to celebrate the […]

Creating an inclusive learning environment rooted in our core values
At the School District of Lancaster, we are committed to fostering an equitable and inclusive learning environment where every student can thrive. Our core values guide our efforts in ensuring […]