This spring, kindergarten students from Washington, Burrowes, Fulton, and Price Elementary Schools walked across a different kind of graduation stage, one that represents both a celebration of curiosity and the […]
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Climbing higher, one brave second at a time: Local educator and student publishes children’s book “52 Seconds”
We are proud to celebrate the publication of 52 Seconds, a new children’s book co-authored by local educator and author Dr. Todd M. Mealy and his son, Carter Lee Mealy. […]
Building bridges through language and literacy: how Lincoln MS and Burrowes ES are growing together
At SDoL, every student, no matter their background or native language, deserves not only the tools to succeed but also the relationships and experiences that help them thrive. That belief […]
Peace in every language: Lafayette ES annual mural tradition grows through student vision
Each year at Lafayette Elementary School, a quiet corner of the building transforms into something bold, meaningful, and entirely student-made. This mural is about collaboration and letting young voices shape […]
From classroom to countywide impact: McCaskey’s Carlos Cruz named 2025 STEM Ambassador
When students walk into Carlos Cruz’s biology classroom at McCaskey East High School, they know they’re not in for a typical lecture. Instead, they might find themselves choreographing a cell […]
McCaskey’s “unique” class of 2025 reflects on moments that “only exist as our memories”
Lancaster, PA—As McCaskey High School senior Zoe Patterson addressed the school’s 91st commencement ceremony, she reflected on the emotions, experiences, and challenges at each step in an educational journey, from […]
McCaskey Softball welcomes future players for Fall 2025 | Recruiting grades 5-8
McCaskey Softball is opening its doors to students in grades 5 through 8 this fall, inviting them to explore a sport where every swing, every cheer, and every shared moment […]
2025-26 PA State Grant application is live! Here’s what students need to know
As we officially move into summer, we want to make sure our graduates and their families don’t miss one of the most important steps in securing financial support for college. […]
Looking forward to McCaskey High School’s 91st Commencement
Dear McCaskey Families and Guests, Our 91st Commencement is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 29 at Penn Medicine Park in Lancaster.Students report by 5:30 p.m. As […]
Empowering young voices: celebrating the GEMs graduation at Jackson MS
At Jackson Middle School, something special has been taking place all year, something that doesn’t fit neatly into a lesson plan or report card, but shows up in how students […]
2nd Annual Environmental STEM Fair ignites student innovation and community collaboration
We know that learning is most meaningful when it’s rooted in real life, when students are asked not only to understand their world, but to engage with it. That’s the […]
Celebrating Good Citizenship at Burrowes ES with Senator Scott Martin
At the School District of Lancaster, we strive to cultivate not only learners, but leaders, young people who understand that their actions, big or small, shape the world around them. […]