The School District of Lancaster proudly celebrates Elyse Minder, mathematics teacher at J.P. McCaskey High School, who has been named one of only six finalists in Pennsylvania for the Presidential […]
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Reaffirming our commitment to safety and security
Dear SDoL Family, As we begin the 2025-2026 school year, we want to take a moment to reaffirm our ongoing commitment to school safety. We maintain deep partnerships with first […]
Your voice matters! Join us at the District Parent/Guardian Advisory Committee (PAC) Meeting
At the School District of Lancaster, we know that when families and schools work together, students thrive. That’s why we are inviting all parents and guardians to join us for […]
Early dismissal dates for the 2025-26 school year
We are committed to ensuring every student has access to high-quality teaching and learning. To support this work, our district has built-in early dismissal days during the school year. These […]
Power Packs Project: 2025-26 distribution starts Sept. 17, 2025
The School District of Lancaster is proud to once again partner with the Power Packs Project, a nonprofit organization dedicated to ending weekend hunger in schools across Lancaster, Lebanon, and […]
Meet the Food Service JP & East leadership team
When we think about what it takes to keep schools running each day, we often picture classrooms, buses, and sports fields. But behind the scenes, another team is just as […]
Jassinya Alvarado to be honored at Bright Side Opportunities Center 3rd Annual Sneaker Ball with Diversity and Integrity Award
The Bright Side Opportunities Center will soon welcome guests to its 3rd Annual Sneaker Ball, a signature celebration that brings together community leaders, families, and partners to highlight the power […]
Staff shoutout – Beyond assumptions: Christine Wenger’s data-informed approach at Fulton ES
For Christine Wenger, every school day at Fulton Elementary begins with greeting her students outside on the playground. It’s a chance to check in with familiar faces, calm nerves for […]
The JP McCaskey Alumni Association Announces 2025 Award Recipients
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: F. David Foulk ‘86, M.Ed, Director, J. P. McCaskey Alumni Association 717-399-6418 / davidfoulk@sdlancaster.org. www.mccaskeyalumni.org The J. P. McCaskey Alumni Association has announced its […]
PPL Educators Award 2025 – Celebrate excellence in STEM teaching – nominate or apply today!
The School District of Lancaster is proud to share an exciting opportunity for our educators and families to celebrate the incredible work happening in our classrooms. PPL Foundation has launched […]
Staff Shoutout: The threads that connect us: meet Brian ‘bri’ Nguyen, Communications Specialist
When you see Brian “bri” Nguyen (they/he) in action, it’s often through a camera lens or behind the scenes of a story. As the Communications Specialist for the School District […]
Planting curiosity: The Edible Classroom’s Bucket Garden Program blooms at SDoL
At Price and Burrowes Elementary Schools, students are digging into something new this fall, literally. With the launch of The Edible Classroom’s Bucket Garden Program, our youngest learners are getting […]