ACT 158 is a fairly new Pennsylvania law which offers alternative pathways to graduation to students who do not meet keystone requirements. The Office of Data Analytics recently conducted an […]
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PreK Parent/Guardian Survey Finds Strong Support for Program
In May, 2023, the Office of Data Analytics distributed an online survey to district PreK parents/guardians and several district PreK partners. The survey had a high response rate from district […]
School board approves $279.1 million budget for 2023-2024 school year
The School District of Lancaster Board of Directors on June 20 unanimously approved a $279.1 million budget that invests in staff to promote safe, nurturing learning environments and new facilities. […]
Change in school health center operator will not impact services for students, staff
Beginning in July, the school-based health centers in three SDoL schools will have a new operator. Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health is transitioning the operation of centers at Carter & […]
Education Foundation names alum, veteran fundraiser new executive director
The Lancaster Education Foundation (LEF) hired Angela M. Trout as its new Executive Director. Angela has more than 12 years of experience in non-profits and is a 1986 graduate of […]
“A full circle moment”: Surprised, Hall of Honor inductee reflects on family
Angelica Mendoza’s reaction said it all. As Dr. Jazmin Torres, McCaskey’s associate principal, ticked off the achievements and characteristics of the school’s 49th inductee into its Hall of Honor, Mendoza […]
McCaskey celebrates “brilliant” class of 2023
Brilliant sunshine greeted the 659 graduates of McCaskey’s class of 2023 when it processed into Clipper Magazine Stadium for the school’s 89th commencement. But a classmate said it was the […]
Looking ahead to Commencement: Information for graduates and families
Congratulations to the Class of 2023! McCaskey High School is preparing to celebrate more than 650 graduates during our 89th Commencement on Wednesday, May 31. Commencement ceremonies will be held […]
Elementary schools to be uniform-optional in 2023-2024
The School District of Lancaster is permanently dropping its uniform requirement for elementary students, beginning in the 2023-2024 school year. During the current school year, the district piloted a relaxed […]
Neighborhood Leaders Academy culminates with discussions with mayor, council leaders
When the Mayor’s Office contacted McCaskey High School regarding the Neighborhood Leaders Academy last fall, teachers Amy Savidge and Jed Burkholder quickly accepted the opportunity for students to advocate for […]
Smith-Wade-El announces state funding for girls’ STEM class at JP McCaskey
The Pennsylvania Department of Education awarded J.P. McCaskey High School a $30,000 grant to outfit a girls’ IDEA Innovation Lab in its building according to state Rep. Ismail Smith-Wade-El, who […]
Signed and delivered: Dr. Miles unanimously named superintendent
By unanimous vote, Dr. Keith Miles Jr. will be the next superintendent of the School District of Lancaster. The school board voted May 2 to appoint Dr. Miles, following a […]