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In recognition of Labor Day, school will be closed Friday, Sept. 4, through Monday, Sept. 7. Classes will resume Tuesday...
09/01/2026

In recognition of Labor Day, school will be closed Friday, Sept. 4, through Monday, Sept. 7. Classes will resume Tuesday, Sept. 8. We hope our SDoL families enjoy a safe and restful holiday weekend!

09/01/2026

A new day. A final year.

Before the school day began on Friday, dozens of McCaskey High School seniors gathered in the early morning darkness at Victory Field to watch the sun rise together. It was more than the start of a new day. Senior Sunrise was a symbolic beginning to their final year of high school.

The road to graduation starts now, and the Class of 2027 is ready to make this year one worth remembering.

The September School Board meeting schedule is now available. All meetings will be held in the LGI Room at Lincoln Middl...
09/01/2026

The September School Board meeting schedule is now available. All meetings will be held in the LGI Room at Lincoln Middle School, 1001 Lehigh Avenue. Community members are invited to attend. Visit the School Board webpage for meeting details, agendas and livestreaming information.

Through a partnership among the School District of Lancaster, Let's Go 1-2-3 and the Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps, the cre...
08/31/2026

Through a partnership among the School District of Lancaster, Let's Go 1-2-3 and the Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps, the crew worked at McCaskey High School and Elizabeth R. Martin School to clear trails, remove invasive plants and prepare outdoor classrooms for students and teachers.

This was the second summer SDoL hosted a Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps crew. The program, administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources in partnership with the Student Conservation Association, gives high school students and recent graduates paid experience working on conservation projects.

Last year, most of the participating youth came from other school districts. This year, McCaskey High School students joined the Lancaster crew.

Read the full story on our website, link in comments.

As a district, we are committed to our three core commitments: ensuring every student has what they need to succeed, clo...
08/31/2026

As a district, we are committed to our three core commitments: ensuring every student has what they need to succeed, closing opportunity gaps, and fostering a culture of belonging. Upholding Title IX is one of the many ways we work to honor these commitments each and every day.

News from the School District of Lancaster

The Salvation Army of Lancaster is accepting applications for its annual Coats for Kids program, which provides new wint...
08/30/2026

The Salvation Army of Lancaster is accepting applications for its annual Coats for Kids program, which provides new winter coats and accessories to local children in need.

The program is open to children ages 0–16, with coat sizes ranging from 2T through young adult. Infants smaller than size 2T may receive hats, gloves and blankets.

Online registration will be available September 8–27. For more information, visit link in comments.

Millersville University will host its 6th Annual Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Conference on Tuesday, September 15...
08/29/2026

Millersville University will host its 6th Annual Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Conference on Tuesday, September 15th, 2026, focusing on "Strengthening Institutions, Engaging Communities and Empowering Citizens."

This one-day conference will take place at the Ware Center for the Arts in downtown Lancaster, PA from 8:30AM to 4:00PM, bringing together policymakers, community leaders and advocates, agency heads and staff, and educators to address one of today's most pressing social challenges.

The conference aims to facilitate meaningful dialogue on innovative solutions, best practices, and resource sharing to promote peace, justice, and community safety in alignment with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions.

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 | 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Ware Center On-site/same day registration available. Event Details:  Millersville University will host its 6th Annual Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Conference on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, focusing on "Peace, Justice and...

“I am excited to learn from the incredible students, families, educators, and community partners who make SDoL such a sp...
08/28/2026

“I am excited to learn from the incredible students, families, educators, and community partners who make SDoL such a special place,” Bryson Green said. “I look forward to building meaningful relationships and contributing to the outstanding work already taking place on behalf of this rich community.”

Green has joined the School District of Lancaster as a Leadership Resident for the 2026-2027 school year from Harvard University. During the 10-month residency, fully funded by Harvard, he will work alongside Superintendent Dr. Keith Miles, support the district’s middle schools and learn how central office departments work together to serve students, educators and families.

Green will bring his experience as a principal into conversations about the district’s future while continuing to grow as a leader himself. His time in Lancaster offers an opportunity to support SDoL’s middle schools, learn from the community and contribute to work that keeps students at the center.

Welcome to SDoL, Bryson!

Get to know Bryson by reading his full story, visit our website! Link in comments.

The School District of Lancaster is inviting community members to become part of Valued Volunteers – Together We Read, a...
08/27/2026

The School District of Lancaster is inviting community members to become part of Valued Volunteers – Together We Read, a districtwide initiative that connects volunteers with students to help strengthen reading skills.

The training serves as both the district’s required Valued Volunteers orientation and a kickoff for the Together We Read initiative. Participants will learn about the volunteer process while also receiving reading strategies, tips, and resources they can use when reading with students in our schools.

No teaching experience is necessary. If you’re a first-time volunteer or returning to support SDoL students, the training will provide the tools and confidence needed to make every reading session meaningful.

The 2026 Volunteer Orientation date are:

August 28 at Scheffey Professional Learning Center
September 10 at Hazel I. Jackson Middle School
October 8 at Reynolds Middle School
November 12 at Burrowes Elementary School
December 10 at Elizabeth R. Martin School

RSVP is required. Sign up today to get started volunteering!

News from the School District of Lancaster

Big Red had a pretty memorable summer outing. McCaskey High School's mascot joined more than 100 characters at Hersheyp...
08/27/2026

Big Red had a pretty memorable summer outing. McCaskey High School's mascot joined more than 100 characters at Hersheypark's inaugural All-American Mascot Day. The gathering brought together mascots representing high schools, colleges and universities, sports teams and community organizations.

Big Red greeted visitors, posed for photos and proudly carried the Red Tornado spirit through the park and returned to Lancaster with plenty of photos, a few new mascot friends and another memorable chapter in McCaskey's summer!

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