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LOWER MERION SCHOOL DISTRICT | ARDMORE, PA

Lower Merion School DistrictThe Lower Merion School District (LMSD), located in Philadelphia’s historic Main Line suburbs, serves the 62,000 residents of Lower Merion Township and the Borough of Narberth. Established as one of Pennsylvania’s first public school districts in 1836, LMSD enjoys a rich tradition of achievement, innovation and community partnership and a longstanding reputation as one of the finest school systems in the United States. The District’s six elementary schools, two middle schools and two high schools provide a challeng-ing, multidisciplinary academic program and a dynamic co-curricular experience to more than 8,000 students.

All of the District’s schools have received state and national recognition for excellence. LMSD schools rank among the highest in Pennsylvania for SAT and PSAT scores, total number of National Merit Semifinalists, total number of International Baccalaureate diplomas granted and appear in numerous “Top Schools” lists. Approximately 97% of high school graduates attend institutions of higher learning.

LMSD’s comprehensive instructional program encompasses an array of services for special needs and gifted children, community-based learning programs, early-intervention literacy support, an International Baccalaureate diploma program and a full menu of college prep, honors and AP courses. An extensive range of course offerings in core areas, music and the arts, technology and special subjects form the foundation of the District’s secondary curriculum. Themed, yearlong middle school programs offer students enhanced opportunities to explore subjects through hands-on, interdisciplinary study and block scheduling. The District’s world languages program enables all students to receive uninterrupted world language instruc-tion from first grade until the time they graduate. More than 500 supervised academic, athletic, community outreach and performance oriented co-curricular programs

are available in the District, from elementary technology clubs to high school varsity sports. In addition to serving student programs, the District’s facilities are utilized by thousands of community members for enrichment programs, recreation and general use.

The District’s strategic plan, All Forward, is the result of significant community collaboration and serves as a strategic compass for the next five years and beyond. Five “strategic pathways” form the framework of the plan, driving ongoing efforts around redefining student success, curriculum development, professional learning, student engagement and community partnerships.

The District’s professional staff consists of 768 full-time teachers, 89% of whom have advanced degrees. The faculty is complemented by a support staff of 633 skilled individu-als. A counselor and psychologist are available in every school.

LMSD maintains one of the lowest class size averages in Pennsylvania. In addition to providing a supportive teaching environment, the District offers competitive salaries and benefits and extensive staff development opportunities.

All ten of the District’s schools have been completely modernized in the past ten years to serve the needs of a 21st century education. LMSD was recently named one of the 14 nationwide recipients of the U.S. Department of Education’s first-ever Green Ribbon Schools District Sustainability Award, selected for its exemplary efforts to reduce environmental impact and utility costs, promote better health and ensure effective environmental education.

For more information about LMSD, please visit www.lmsd.org

CALENDAR LEGENDACT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . American College TestingACAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lower Merion Academy BuildingADM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Administration BuildingAGTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Art Goes To SchoolASVAB . . . Armed Services Vocational Aptitude BatteryAP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Advanced PlacementAUD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .AuditoriumBC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bala Cynwyd Middle SchoolBH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Belmont Hills Elementary SchoolCAF. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CafeteriaCSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . Committee for Special EducationCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cynwyd Elementary SchoolEFLM . . . . . . . . Education Foundation of Lower MerionERB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Educational Record Bureau TestES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Elementary SchoolESL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . English as a Second LanguageGL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gladwyne Elementary SchoolGYM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GymnasiumHH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Harriton High SchoolHS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . High SchoolHSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Home & School AssociationIB . . . . . . . . . . . . International Baccalaureate ProgramISC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Interschool CouncilK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . KindergartenLIB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LibraryLM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lower Merion High SchoolLMSD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lower Merion School DistrictLMEA . . . . . . . . . . Lower Merion Education AssociationLMTSF. . . . . . Lower Merion Township Scholarship FundMLAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Line Art CenterMOCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Office Conference RoomMR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Merion Elementary SchoolMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Middle SchoolNHS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . National Honor SocietyNMSQT . . . . National Merit Scholarship Qualifying TestPIP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pre-Interscholastic Physical FormPSAT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Preliminary SAT

ENTER TO LEARN. GO FORTH TO SERVE.LOWER MERION SCHOOL DISTRICT

ON THE COVER1. Charlotte Perin, Grade 12, Harriton

Oil on Canvas, Self-Portrait

2. Oliver Nickerson, Grade 5, MerionTempera on Papier Mâché, Cow Mask

3. Rachel Harmon, Grade 5, Penn ValleyPastel, Still Life

4. Lila Siniscalchi, Grade 2, GladwyneYarn Weaving

5. Danny Lyons, Grade 2, Belmont HillTempera Paint, Suminigashi Fish

Culture and ClimateThe Lower Merion School District is an equal opportu-nity educational institution that prohibits discrimina-tion on the basis of handicap/disability, race, color, age, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin. For information regarding our policies promoting equal opportunity and prohibiting harassment, bullying, and similar unacceptable practices, please refer to the Policies page on the LMSD website or contact the Office of the Senior Director of Policy, Personnel, and School Programs. If you believe you are a victim of, or witness to, a discriminatory incident or practice, you should im-mediately report the situation to a Building Principal/Assistant Principal or the Office of the Superintendent.

Dear LMSD Families,Welcome to the 2017-18 school year, we are pleased to present this year’s LMSD Calendar. As in the past, the calendar serves as a showcase for student artwork, highlights important event dates and is a quick reference guide to District information.

The calendar also features images of the people who make our District such a special place. It’s an opportunity to celebrate our students, who inspire us every day and drive our passion to make Lower Merion public schools the very best they can be. Each year we continue to be grateful for the countless contributions of our active parent community, engaged alumni and community volunteers. Providing a world-class public education is made easier with your contributions and those of our dedicated team of teachers, administrators and support staff. Some of our proudest recent accomplishments are listed as “Points of Pride” on the back of the calendar.

We encourage you to use this calendar as a guide and continue to rely on our website, www.lmsd.org, for detailed information including comprehensive calendar listings, announcements and updates and a variety of school and District related resources.

Thank you for your continued support and best wishes for a safe, successful and enjoyable school year.

Sincerely,

Robin Vann LynchPresident, Board of School Directors

Robert CopelandSuperintendent

PSS. . . . . A Pennsylvania System of School AssessmentPV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Penn Valley Elementary SchoolPW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Penn Wynne Elementary SchoolSAT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Scholastic Aptitude TestTSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Technology Student AssociationVOC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Voices of ChangeWV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Welsh Valley Middle School

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Olivia Anderson, Grade 1, Penn WynneOil pastel/watercolor shapes

6. Saria Herial, Grade 3, CynwydTempera Paint and Beads

7. Macie Walsh, Grade 4, Penn WynneStill Life

8. Mary Wetherbee, Grade 11, Lower MerionAcrylic Paint, Chicken

9. Cecilia Denis, Grade 8, Welsh ValleyClay, Art Deco Pottery

10. Carmen Cheng, Grade 8, Bala CynwydCraypass, Animal Eye

LOWER MERION SCHOOL DISTRICT

Board of School DirectorsSchool Directors are elected at municipal elections on odd-numbered years to serve four-year terms, beginning on the first Monday in December following their election. The primary responsibility of the Board of School Directors is to set policies that define the nature of public education from kindergarten through the twelfth grade. Parents, staff, students and residents are encouraged to attend School Board meetings. Time is set aside for questions, comments, or suggestions from the public at each meeting. There is a Business Meeting each month during which formal action occurs. During the school year, an Education Committee & Supplementary Regular Board Meeting is also held each month, except during December and June. Meetings are held on Monday evenings at 8:00 pm in the LMSD Adminis-tration Building, Board Room. School Board meetings during the school year are usually videotaped and aired on the District’s Educational Access Channel. Unless otherwise noted on the cable channel or District website, airings occur on the Thursday after the meeting at 7:00 pm and again on Saturday at 10:00 am, Sunday at 7:00 pm, Monday at 10:00 am and Tuesday at 7:00 pm. Previously videotaped meetings may also be viewed on the LMSD

website www.lmsd.org. Please go to the “Board of Directors” section and click on “View Recent Meetings.” Directors also serve on various Board Committees, including: Communications, Curriculum, Facilities, Finance, Human Resources, Legislative, Policy and Ad Hoc Legal. Committee meetings are open to the public and schedules are posted on the District website.

Schedule InformationSCHOOL HOURSElementary Schools . . . . . . . . . 9:00 am – 3:35 pm Kindergarten: Morning . . . . . . . 9:00 am – 11:50 am Afternoon . . . . . 12:45 pm – 3:35 pmMiddle Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:15 am – 3:05 pmHigh Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30 am – 2:40 pm

SCHOOL CLOSING INFORMATIONUse any of the following sources for information regarding weather-related school closings and emergency announcements:District Website . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.lmsd.orgComcast Cable Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Verizon Fios Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36LMSD Emergency Hotline . . . . . . . . . . 610-645-0143Twitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . @LowerMerionSD

The District’s automated messaging system may also be utilized. A voicemail and email message will be sent to emergency contact phone numbers provided by parents at the start of the current school year. The phone messaging system will only be used for weather-related announcements when these announcements can be made before 10:00 pm and after 8:00 am, unless advised otherwise.

FACTORS FOR SCHOOL CLOSINGSThe Superintendent of Schools and Operations Department administrators monitor weather conditions throughout the year, especially during the winter months. The extent to which winter weather affects the operation of our schools and bus trans-portation varies with the amount and type of precipi-tation. The time of day the storm occurs and the weather conditions during and after a storm are also factors that must be considered. The most important consideration is the safety of students and staff.

MEETINGSMondays, 8:00 pmLMSD ADM Bldg., Board Rm. 301 E. Montgomery Avenue Ardmore, PA 19003

Top: Robert Copeland, Superintendent; Robin Vann Lynch, President; Melissa Gilbert, Vice President; Laurie Actman, Diane DiBonaventuro

Bottom: Ben Driscoll, David Federman, Maureen O’Leary, Virginia Pollard, Subha Robinson

School Board Business and Education Meetings 2017-2018 SCHOOL YEAR

This is a list of scheduled Board Meetings. Please visit www.lmsd.org for any future changes.

EDUCATION COMMITTEE & SUPPLEMENTARY REGULAR BOARD MEETING September 11, 2017October 16, 2017November 13, 2017

BUSINESS MEETINGSSeptember 18, 2017October 23, 2017November 20, 2017December 4, 2017 (Reorganization Meeting)December 18, 2017

School & Community OrganizationsCOMMUNITY PARTNERSLMSD maintains active partnerships with a number of community organizations and greatly values the contribu-tions of community members in various school-based initiatives. Community partners help enhance student learning and provide valuable resources to support school projects. Individual schools often maintain partnerships for specific projects and initiatives throughout the year.

The District officially recognizes several school-related organizations whose missions and functions directly support LMSD schools and students. These organizations include Interschool Council, Home & School Associations, the Committee for Special Education, the Lower Merion Township Scholarship Fund, the Committee to Address Race in Education, the Lower Merion/Harriton Alumni Association and the Education Foundation of Lower Merion.

Any organization interested in partnering with or support-ing Lower Merion School District, should contact the Office of Community Relations at [email protected]. To make a tax-deductible financial contribution or donation of goods/services, please contact the LMSD Business Office at [email protected].

INTERSCHOOL COUNCIL (ISC)The Interschool Council (ISC) is the umbrella organization for the ten Home and School Associations (HSAs) in Lower Merion School District. The ISC strives to enhance educa-tion throughout the District by promoting communication among parents/guardians, teachers, administrators, the Board of School Directors and the general community.

HOME & SCHOOL ASSOCIATION (HSA)Each of the District’s ten schools maintains an active Home & School Association (HSA) that meets regularly to inform parents of upcoming school and District-wide initiatives, plan activities, provide a forum for ideas and concerns and act as a liaison between parents and school staff. All parents are invited to actively participate in their school’s HSA.

Each HSA maintains a school listserve that provides important information and updates to school families. Parents/guardians may register for these listserves through the District website or via their individual HSA.

COMMITTEE FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION (CSE)Founded in 1972, CSE is a parent-led volunteer organiza-tion serving families of students with an IEP, GIEP or 504 Service Agreement. CSE hosts general meetings on topics of interest to families and runs a monthly brown bag lunch as an informal gathering for parents/guardians to share their experiences. Visit http://www.lmcse.org/ for more information.

LOWER MERION TOWNSHIP SCHOLARSHIP FUND (LMTSF)LMTSF awards grants on a financial need basis to gradu-ates of Lower Merion and Harriton high schools for post high school education. This includes funds for colleges, universities, vocational/technical or business schools for up to four years or eight semesters. Contributions come from District residents, industry, civic and social organiza-tions, proceeds from school photographs, the sale of Tribute Cards through HSAs and student and parent fund raising activities. For more information call 610-645-1893 or visit www.lmtsf.org.

EDUCATION FOUNDATION OF LOWER MERIONThe mission of the Foundation of Lower Merion is to provide a vehicle for the entire community’s voluntary support of programs and activities enhancing the educa-tional experience of all students, consistent with the

mission of the Lower Merion School District. Founded in 2006, the Foundation is intended to provide the financial flexibility needed to ensure that Lower Merion’s schools continue to thrive. It also aims to strengthen alumni and community pride, and to develop meaningful relationships with other community organizations, including businesses and cultural institutions. Visit the Education Foundation website at www.educationfoundationoflm.org.

LOWER MERION/HARRITON ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONThe purpose of the Lower Merion/Harriton Alumni Association is to help maintain the bonds between old friends and their high school alma maters. The Alumni Association maintains a database of all graduates, assists the class agent with reunion planning and sponsors a Distinguished Alumni Award Program. Harriton and Lower Merion graduates are invited to officially join the Alumni Association to help ensure a strong, enduring connection to the school community. For more information, please visit the Alumni Association website: www.lmhalum.org.

2017-2018 HSA, ISC, CSE PRESIDENTSISC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Andrea Fox, Melanie SchafmeisterCSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Karin FoxBelmont Hills . . . . . . . . . . . Andrea Tickle, Bissette DurhamCynwyd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Lisa Foster, Anna LanfordGladwyne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brooke Cordes, Kerry McCreightMerion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tracy Coyle, Lauren HigginsPenn Valley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kim Heft, Whitney HoffmanPenn Wynne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wendy Elgart, Tracee ZevanBala Cynwyd. . . . . . . . . . . Shannon Knight, Kes MessingerrWelsh Valley . . . . . . . . . . Rachel Lester, Cheryl MastermanHarriton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Anne Andres, Sherry WertLower Merion . . . . . . . . . . . Sarah Altman, Jenny Lightman


CommunicationsWEBSITE Comprehensive information about the District is available online at www.lmsd.org. The website includes individual school home pages, teacher pages and staff contact information, online registration for school and District programs, transportation information, cafeteria menus, school supply lists and a variety of other resources. STUDENT PROGRESS – POWERSCHOOLPowerSchool is a powerful, easy-to-use, secure communi-cation tool connecting teachers, parents and students through the LMSD website. Using Pearson’s PowerSchool student information system, the Portal allows collabora-tion to improve student achievement. Up-to-date, online access to grades, homework, attendance and assignments makes it easier for parents, teachers and students to accurately monitor, identify and accelerate student progress.

PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCESDates and times for parent-teacher conferences are listed on the school calendar. Please consult with your child’s school for scheduling information.

ASSESSMENTSThe District administers a variety of assessments to monitor and support student achievement. Assessments may be utilized specifically for academic placement; some are state-mandated; some are part of a District-wide assessment initiative; and others are required for college admission. The District communicates assessment results (including report cards) via mail at the elementary level and via the PowerSchool student information system at the secondary level.

CONTACTING YOUR CHILD’S TEACHER• Use email for brief questions. • Contact your child’s teacher by phone or schedule an

in-person meeting for more detailed conversations. • Please give the teacher a reasonable amount of time to

respond, as they may not have access to email during the school day – a response can usually be expected within 24 hours. • You may also call the school office and

leave a message.

ASK THE SUPERINTENDENTAsk the Superintendent events are open, public forums hosted by Superintendent Robert Copeland to provide community members the opportunity to ask ques-tions and engage in conversations about District topics. A list of dates can be found on-line at www.lmsd.org

HOW TO RESOLVE A PROBLEM• Elementary school parents should contact their

classroom teacher or principal first. • Middle and high school parents should speak with the

child’s teacher and/or guidance counselor. Contact the assistant principal for discipline-related issues and the principal, if your problem is not resolved.

• Telephone numbers can be found in the School Directory at the end of this calendar.

• If academic questions are not fully addressed at the school level, contact the assistant superintendent’s office.

• Other concerns may be addressed to the assistant superintendent.

• If you continue to have unresolved questions, you may bring the matter to the superintendent and, finally, to the Board of School Directors, by writing the Board at 301 East Montgomery Avenue, Ardmore, PA 19003 or via email at [email protected].

SOCIAL MEDIALMSD is on Facebook and Twitter. The District’s social media accounts are both great ways to stay updated on District-related news and information. Be sure to follow LMSD on Twitter (@LowerMerionSD) and Facebook.

LMSDTVLMSDtv programming can be viewed on Comcast Cable Channel 22 and Verizon Fios Channel 36. Normal pro-gramming includes Board of School Directors meetings, student productions and a slide presentation of informa-tion, announcements and student, staff, school and District recognitions.

Penn Valley Elementary School, Grade 2

Additional ServicesSCHOOL COUNSELING SERVICESThe American School Counseling Association (ASCA) and the Pennsylvania School Counseling Association (PSCA) asserts that school counseling is an integral part of the overall educational experience. Lower Merion School District’s school counseling department is committed to providing all students with a comprehensive school-counseling program, which systematically addresses the three areas of academic, career and personal/social development. The goal is to assist students in exploring, planning and realizing their individual interests, abilities and goals, thus helping them to reach their full potential as productive members of society.

HEALTH SERVICESHealth Services are available in each school to support student health, learning and achievement. The Health Services team is composed of certified school nurses, staff nurses and consultants (dentist and physician). In addition to providing direct services to students, school nurses promote health and risk reduction and plan and coordinate ongoing, comprehensive health care programs and services for students in collaboration with families and treating medical professionals.

Direct services to students include: nursing assessment, diagnosis and treatment; physical/dental assessments and screenings mandated by the Pennsylvania Depart-ment of Health; management and control of acute and chronic disease; monitoring of immunization status and implementation of immunization programs; administra-tion of medication and skilled nursing procedures; and development of Individualized Health Care Plans as needed for individual students. Members of the health services team provide culturally competent health services, education and counseling to promote healthy living and to reduce health risks.

In addition to their roles as direct service providers and educators, nurses also develop and coordinate a continuum of ongoing, comprehensive health care programs and services for students in collaboration with their families, the school and the community. School Nurses support students by participation in building based teams including the Student Assistance Program, achievement teams, IEP teams, 504, crisis intervention and other school based teams. School nurses plan and present a variety of staff development programs and educational programs for students around health issues.

TRANSPORTATIONThe LMSD Transportation Department provides bus services for both the District and local private schools. Each day during the school year, LMSD buses transport more than 9,000 students to 136 school locations in the Delaware Valley. The District’s fleet of 120 vehicles includes 65 buses fueled by compressed natural gas (CNG), the largest fleet of alternative fuel school buses on the East Coast.

LMSD buses are monitored by a Global Positioning System (GPS) to help ensure an efficient, safe and secure transportation system. GPS-equipped buses enable the District to track the location, direction and speed of our vehicles. A majority of buses are now equipped with security cameras. The cameras have proven to be an effective tool for districts nationwide seeking to deter misconduct on buses and can provide critical information in situations when disciplinary action may be considered.

For questions, requests and concerns, please visit the Transportation page on the District website and click the Information Request Form. Complete safety guidelines are also available on the website and should be reviewed before the start of each school year. For specific bus

assignments, please log into the PowerSchool Parent Portal at https://powerschool.lmsd.org.

NUTRITIONAL SERVICESLMSD Nutritional Services provides more than 7,000 meals per day in the District’s ten public schools and nearly 500 meals to satellite operations and private schools throughout the area. This includes a full service breakfast and lunch program. The department also offers extensive catering services for meetings, banquets and special events.

Each school has a fully equipped kitchen and all food is prepared on site. Students carrying their own lunches may purchase assorted milk products and 100% juices as well as a-la-carte products. The District participates in the National School Breakfast and Lunch Program, which provides free and reduced-price lunches based upon need. A salad bar or equivalent is offered at all schools. Information regarding breakfast and lunch programs is distributed on the first day of school. Menus for elemen-tary, middle and high schools are published regularly on the District website.

LMSD Nutritional Services has taken a leadership role in the effort to promote healthy choices in the school cafeteria. The District was among the first in Pennsylva-nia to eliminate the use of cooking oils that contain trans-fats and became the first District in the state to eliminate all items with trans-fats from the menu. The District’s School Health Advisory Council (SHAC), com-posed of parents, dieticians, health care professionals, students, faculty and other community members, has worked together to assist the District in the development of wellness and nutrition policies that promote healthful eating through nutrition education and a school environment that is supportive of healthful eating. The District employs a full-time dietician.

RegistrationREGISTERING FOR SCHOOL: GRADES K-12Parents/guardians must first complete the registration forms online at www.lmsd.org/register.

Once the online forms are complete, a parent/guardian must schedule an in-person appointment at the Central Registration office, located at 301 E. Montgomery Avenue, to submit the addi-tional required documents (proof of age, proof of residency and health/immunization records). Appointments can be scheduled by calling Central Registration at 610-658-3996.

To register for school, a new student must be:• A resident of Lower Merion School District

(proof of residency is required)• 5 years old on or before September 1

for Kindergarten• 6 years old on or before September 1

for 1st Grade

Parents/guardians should make every effort to register their child/children as soon as possible after they establish residency in Lower Merion School District.

More detailed information and a variety of helpful resources, including a Registration FAQ; a District “Address Finder” portal that enables users to easily determine what LMSD schools are assigned a particular address; and more can be found on the District website. If you do not have internet access, please call 610-658-3996 for assistance.


Special EducationLMSD provides an extensive range of educational services and supports for students with special needs. These services include: Learning Support, Emotional Support, Autistic Support and Life Skills Support. Speech/language therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, hearing support, vision therapy, transition services, ESY and 504 Service Agreements also are provided to eligible students requiring these services due to an educational need. A broad array of supplementary aids and services to support students’ educational needs includes communication devices, audio versions of books, assistive technology, a braille production center and pre-vocational opportunities. The continuum of programs and services for children with disabilities varies in accordance with the changing needs of our community.

ASSESSING STUDENT NEEDSThe District informs the public about special education through its website, brochures and posters provided by the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit (MCIU) and public notices placed by the MCIU in local newspapers. As part of our Child Find responsibilities, the District’s School Age Transition Team (SATT) assesses the educational needs of students transitioning from early intervention programs and also consults with local pre-schools regarding the educational needs of incoming students. In addition, the educational needs of students attending District schools are monitored by each school’s Achievement Team. These teams focus on meeting the educational needs of students within the general educational classroom with increasing intensity and frequency of general education supports as indicated by data.

INCLUSIONLMSD has a long-standing commitment to the inclusion of students requiring specially designed instruction within the general education environment to the extent appropriate for the individual child. Students with disabilities participate in general education across all ten schools. The inclusion of special education students is extensive and continues to exceed state averages. This strong commitment begins with the IEP team’s determination of the individual strengths and needs of each student and the supports necessary for the student’s success in the general education program.

Hailey Fital, Grade 2, Belmont HillsTempera Paint/Chalk Pastel, Still Life

PARTNER SCHOOLINGIn an effort to maintain favorable class sizes, preserve programs, maximize existing resources and provide planning flexibility at the elementary level, the District utilizes a “partner school” plan. The plan caps certain sections of grade levels in elementary schools when they reach pre-deter-mined class size targets. When sections are capped, students who register thereafter will be enrolled at a “partner school” – a Lower Merion elementary school that can accommodate further enrollment in that class section.

For example, if a new student registers for first grade, but there are no open first grade seats in his/her “home school,” the student would be assigned to first grade in the “partner school” where there are open seats. When a child is enrolled in a partner school, he/she will receive all the benefits of attending the home school, including transportation, etc. and have the opportunity to return to the home school once space becomes available.

Rules and RegulationsRules, regulations and policies help to ensure a safe, efficient and positive school environment. Please take time to review expectations as they relate to students, families and the public.

STUDENT ATTENDANCE: PARENT REMINDERS• Encourage punctuality and school attendance. • Absences are excused for medical reasons, death in the

family, religious holidays, court appearances or other valid reasons approved by Board policy.

• Notify school on the day of your child’s absence and submit a note explaining the child’s absence on his/her return to school.

• If a child is absent and/or late without notification, school officials will contact parents/guardians to confirm the reason.

ATTENDANCE HOTLINES: ABSENTEE, LATENESS & SAFE ARRIVAL Lower Merion High School. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 610-645-1898Harriton High School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 610-658-3960Bala Cynwyd Middle School . . . . . . . . . . . . . 610-645-1400Welsh Valley Middle School. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 610-658-3946Belmont Hills Elementary School . . . . . . . . . 610-645-1429Cynwyd Elementary School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 610-658-3903Gladwyne Elementary School . . . . . . . . . . . . 610-658-3904Merion Elementary School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 610-658-3902Penn Valley Elementary School . . . . . . . . . . . 610-645-1403Penn Wynne Elementary School . . . . . . . . . . 610-645-1404

DISTRICT POLICIESDistrict policies are reviewed regularly by the administra-tion and the Board’s Policy Committee, in consultation with the District solicitor. Committee recommendations are submitted to the full Board of School Directors for a final review and vote. The public is welcome to attend Policy Committee meetings to provide feedback on proposed updates and changes. A complete list of all District policies and administrative regulations covering Board Procedures, Programs, Pupils, Employees, Finances, Property, Operations and Community can be found on the LMSD website on the District Policies page.

CODE OF CONDUCTThe District maintains a Code of Conduct for students outlined in Policy 235: Student Rights & Responsibilities. The Code of Conduct, which is available on the District website, outlines expectations for student behavior and consequences for infractions. This information is also included in student handbooks, which are provided by schools and available on the District website.

Miranda Clapp, Grade 4, CynwydClay and Pipe Cleaners, Dave the Potter Inspired

Hailey Fital, Grade 2, Belmont HillsTempera Paint/Chalk Pastel, Still Life

Gabrielle Van Hollander, Grade 11, Lower MerionFilm/Photography

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAYAll Schools Closed

All Schools and Offices Closed

All Schools and Offices OpenFirst Student Day for Grades 1-12All Elementary Schools - AM Kindergarten Bus Orientation 10:30 am

All Elementary Schools - PM Kindergarten Bus Orientation 10:30 amAll Schools - Back to School Immunizations 4:30-8:30 pm (LMHS Nursing Office)

All Elementary Schools - 1st Day for Kindergarten students - Morning Session 9-11:50 am; Afternoon Session 12:45-3:35 pm

HH/LM - Registration deadline for SAT test given 10/7 (for more information go to www.collegeboard.org)

HH/LM - ACT Test (go to www.actstudent.org for more information)

SCHOOL BOARD Education Committee & Supplementary Regular Board Meeting ADM Bldg. Board Room 8 pmHH - Health Screening

All Schools - Emergency Bus Evacuation Drill (Inclement Weather 9/13) HH - Health Screening

HH - Health Screening Elementary SchoolsOpen HouseBH - 7-8:30 pmCY - 7-9 pmGL - 6- 6:45 pm 1st session

7:15-8 pm 2nd sessionMR - 7-9 pmPV - 7-9 pmPW - 6:30-8:30 pmHH - Health Screening

SCHOOL BOARD Regular Business Board Meeting ADM Bldg. Board Room 8 pm

BH - Health ScreeningBC/WV - Open House

7-9 pm

BH - Health Screening All Schools and Offices Closed

All Schools and Offices ClosedHH/LM - Registration Deadline for SAT Given 10/7 (go to www.collegeboard.org for more information)HH/LM - Registration deadline for ACT Test given 10/28 (go to www.actstudent.org for more information)

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HARRITON HIGH SCHOOL

Art Teachers: Honora Jackson, Laura Labrinakos, Peter Murray, Peter Ranieri, Kate Witman

1. Kathryn Lewis, Grade 11Acrylic PaintingOctopus

2. Luke Powell, Grade 12Digital PhotographyMoon

3. Ellie Willkomm, Grade 11Digital PhotographyDancing Light

4. Hanna Wright-Riley, Grade 9Metal ArtsFloral Statement Necklace

5. Hope Strickland, Grade 10CeramicPinch Pot

6. Lillian Brody, Grade 12Black and White PrintSelf-Portrait

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All Schools and Offices OpenFirst Student Day for Grades 1-12All Elementary Schools - AM Kindergarten Bus Orientation 10:30 am

All Elementary Schools - PM Kindergarten Bus Orientation 10:30 amAll Schools - Back to School Immunizations 4:30-8:30 pm (LMHS Nursing Office)

All Elementary Schools - 1st Day for Kindergarten students - Morning Session 9-11:50 am; Afternoon Session 12:45-3:35 pm


HH/LM - ACT Test (go to www.actstudent.org for more information)

SCHOOL BOARD Education Committee & Supplementary Regular Board Meeting ADM Bldg. Board Room 8 pmHH - Health Screening

All Schools - Emergency Bus Evacuation Drill (Inclement Weather 9/13) HH - Health Screening

HH - Health Screening Elementary SchoolsOpen HouseBH - 7-8:30 pmCY - 7-9 pmGL - 6- 6:45 pm 1st session

7:15-8 pm 2nd sessionMR - 7-9 pmPV - 7-9 pmPW - 6:30-8:30 pmHH - Health Screening


BH - Health ScreeningBC/WV - Open House

7-9 pm

BH - Health Screening All Schools and Offices Closed

All Schools and Offices ClosedHH/LM - Registration Deadline for SAT Given 10/7 (go to www.collegeboard.org for more information)HH/LM - Registration deadline for ACT Test given 10/28 (go to www.actstudent.org for more information)

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HH/LM - Registration deadline for SAT test given 11/4 (go to www.collegeboard.org for more information)

MR - Health ScreeningHH/LM - Registration deadline for ACT Test given 10/28 (go to www.actstudent.org for more information)

HH/LM - SAT Test (for more information go to www.collegeboard.org)

PV - Health Screening PV - Health Screening PV - Health ScreeningHH/LM - PSAT/NMSQT Test

SCHOOL BOARD Education Committee & Supplementary Regular Board Meeting ADM Bldg. Board Room 8 pmPW - Health Screening

PW - Health Screening HH/LM - Parent/Teacher Conferences 6 pm

BC/WV - Parent/Teacher Conferences 6 pm

HH/LM - Registration Deadline for SAT Given 11/4 (go to www.collegeboard.org for more information)

SCHOOL BOARDRegular Business Board Meeting ADM Bldg. Board Room 8 pmAll Schools - Student Influenza Immunizations 5:30-8 pm (LMHS Nursing Office)WV - Health Screening

WV - Health Screening WV - Health Screening HH/LM - ACT Test (for more information go to www.actstudent.org)

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Art Teachers: Nancy Falcone, Victoria Talarigo, Kimberly Zachmann

1. Willa Melton, Grade 4Permanent Marker on MetalPhiladelphia Federal Facade

2. Sophia Daugherty, Grade 5Ink on PaperPop Art Print Heath Bar

3. Peilin Chen, Grade 2Clay, WatercolorCoqui Frog

4. Emma Lovasi, Grade 1Crayon, WatercolorGreat Wave Painting

5. Yenny Jin, Grade 5Ink on PaperPop Art Print Cupcake

6. Lilian Wang, Grade 3Tempera on PaperMonet’s Water Lilies

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CY - Health Screening CY - Health Screening MR - Health Screening MR - Health ScreeningHH/LM - Registration deadline for SAT test given 11/4 (go to www.collegeboard.org for more information)

MR - Health ScreeningHH/LM - Registration deadline for ACT Test given 10/28 (go to www.actstudent.org for more information)


PV - Health Screening PV - Health Screening PV - Health ScreeningHH/LM - PSAT/NMSQT Test

SCHOOL BOARD Education Committee & Supplementary Regular Board Meeting ADM Bldg. Board Room 8 pmPW - Health Screening

PW - Health Screening HH/LM - Parent/Teacher Conferences 6 pm


HH/LM - Registration Deadline for SAT Given 11/4 (go to www.collegeboard.org for more information)

SCHOOL BOARDRegular Business Board Meeting ADM Bldg. Board Room 8 pmAll Schools - Student Influenza Immunizations 5:30-8 pm (LMHS Nursing Office)WV - Health Screening

WV - Health Screening WV - Health Screening HH/LM - ACT Test (for more information go to www.actstudent.org)

All SchoolsEarly DismissalNo Lunch ServedHS 11:20 am; MS 11:55 am;ES 12:25 pmNo PM KindergartenStaff Development Day

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GL - Health ScreeningHH/LM - Registration deadline for ACT test given 12/9 (for more information go to www.actstudent.org)


All Schools Closed - Staff Development Full Day

All Secondary Schools - End of 1st Quarter

NEA - American Education Week November 13-17

SCHOOL BOARD Education Committee & Supplementary Regular Board Meeting ADM Bldg. Board Room 8 pmBC - Health Screening

BC - Health Screening BC - Health Screening Elementary Schools - Parent/Teacher Conferences 5-7 pm

Elementary Schools -Early Dismissal 12:25 pmNo Lunch ServedNo AM or PM KindergartenElementary SchoolsParent/Teacher Conferences1:15 pmHH/LM - Registration deadline for SAT Test given 12/2 (go to www.collegeboard.org for more information)

SCHOOL BOARDRegular Business Board MeetingADM Bldg. Board Room 8 pmElementary Schools -Parent/Teacher Conferences 5-7 pm

Elementary Schools -Early Dismissal 12:25 pmNo Lunch ServedNo AM or PM KindergartenElementary SchoolsParent/Teacher Conferences1:15 pm

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Art Teacher: Victoria Talarigo

1. Neilia Moore, Grade 1Paint, Colored Pencils, Oil Pastel, CrayonJim Dine-inspired Pop Art

2. Rachel Price, Grade 2Tempera PaintGyotaku: Japanese Fish Printing

3. Tess Heller, Grade 4Red Clay and GlazesTextured Mug

4. Miriam Hafkin, Grade 5Pencil and SharpieGeometric Composition

5. Nestor Lee, Grade 3Cut PaperKapa Sana: Hawaiian Quilting

6. Vivian Golder, Grade 4Tempera Paint and Watercolor CrayonsBirch Trees

December S M T W T F S

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BELMONT HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOLNovember 2017

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GL - Health ScreeningHH/LM - Registration deadline for ACT test given 12/9 (for more information go to www.actstudent.org)


All Schools Closed - Staff Development Full Day

All Secondary Schools - End of 1st Quarter

NEA - American Education Week November 13-17

SCHOOL BOARD Education Committee & Supplementary Regular Board Meeting ADM Bldg. Board Room 8 pmBC - Health Screening

BC - Health Screening BC - Health Screening Elementary Schools - Parent/Teacher Conferences 5-7 pm

Elementary Schools -Early Dismissal 12:25 pmNo Lunch ServedNo AM or PM KindergartenElementary SchoolsParent/Teacher Conferences1:15 pmHH/LM - Registration deadline for SAT Test given 12/2 (go to www.collegeboard.org for more information)

SCHOOL BOARDRegular Business Board MeetingADM Bldg. Board Room 8 pmElementary Schools -Parent/Teacher Conferences 5-7 pm

Elementary Schools -Early Dismissal 12:25 pmNo Lunch ServedNo AM or PM KindergartenElementary SchoolsParent/Teacher Conferences1:15 pm

All Schools Early Dismissal No Lunch Served HS 11:20 am; MS 11:55 am; ES 12:25 pm No PM Kindergarten Staff Development Day



All Secondary Schools - Report Cards Issued

HH/LM - Registration deadline for ACT Test given 12/9 (go to www.actstudent.org for more information)

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SCHOOL BOARDReorganization MeetingADM Bldg. Board Room 8 pm

HH/LM - Parent Teacher Conferences 6 pm

HH/LM - ACT Test (for more information go to www.actstudent.org)


All Schools and Offices Closed - Winter Break

All Schools Closed - Winter Break




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Art Teachers: Jacqueline Cassidy, Jordan Robinson

1. Paige Willis, Grade 8 Printmaking Abstract Art

2. Reiley Kreiser, Grade 8 WatercolorIdentity Portrait Helmet

3. Arden Gray, Grade 6 Clay Coil Pot

4. Carmen Miskel, Grade 6Pen and Ink, Watercolor PencilsSilhouette Story

5. Finnegan Lamb, Grade 6 Chalk PastelAbstract

6. Macy Bronte, Grade 7Mixed Media Emotion Sculpture

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HH/LM - Parent Teacher Conferences 6 pm








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All Schools Early Dismissal No Lunch Served Dismissal Times: HS 11:20 am; MS 11:55 am; ES 12:25 pmNo PM Kindergarten Staff Development (Half Day)


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Art Teacher: Andrea Indelicato, Kimberly Zachmann

1. Alex Johnson, Grade 5Tempera Paint Tree Stencil Painting

2. Ella Calhoun, Grade 3Pastel and GlueGeorgia O’Keeffe inspired abstract flower

3. Mac Myers, Grade 2Yarn Weaving

4. Ainsley Gould, Grade 4Marker/Tissue Paper StainRadial Design

5. Brooke Greenfield, Grade 2Oil Pastel/Tempera Paint Secondary Color Pumpkin Landscape

6. Jennifer Alvarez Pavon, Grade 3Oil PastelVase Still Life

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All Schools Early Dismissal No Lunch Served Dismissal Times: HS 11:20 am; MS 11:55 am; ES 12:25 pmNo PM Kindergarten Staff Development (Half Day)


HH/LM – Midterms HH/LM – Midterms HH/LM – Midterms

All Secondary Schools - End of 2nd Quarter

December S M T W T F S

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All Schools Closed - Staff Development (Full Day)


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Art Teacher: Wendy Kimmel

1. Sophia Kiker, Grade 4 Inspiration Dave Potter Still LifeMedia Colored Pencil

2. Rotem Schori, Grade 4Inspiration African LandscapeMedia Acrylic Paint

3. Julia Leonard, Grade 2Inspiration Jacob Lawrence MeidaTempera Paint and Colored Pencils

4. Nico Mavila, Grade 3Inspiration Fes MedinaPottery Media Clay and Glaze

5. Taylor Dixon, Grade 4Inspiration African LandscapeAcrylic Paint

6. Ruby Romano-Lehr, Grade 5Lehr Inspiration African MaskClay and Tempera Paint

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CYNWYD ELEMENTARY SCHOOLFebruary 2018

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All Elementary Schools - End of 2nd Trimester

All Schools - Emergency Bus Evacuation Drill (Inclement Weather 3/7)

HH/LM - Registration deadline for ACT test given 4/14 (for more information go to www.actstudent.org)


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HH/LM - Registration Deadline for ACT Test Given 4/14 (for more informa-tion go to www.actstudent.org)

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1. Christopher DeSantis, Grade 9Mixed Media

2. Hannah Lawrence, Grade 11Pastel Still Life

3. Carly Dessain, Grade 11Acrylic Paint Portrait

4. Vanessa Roser, Grade 12Self Portrait

5. Emily Goniea, Grade 12Metal Arts

6. Penelope Gibbs, Grade 10Ceramic

LOWER MERION HIGH SCHOOLMarch 2018

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All Elementary Schools - End of 2nd Trimester

All Schools - Emergency Bus Evacuation Drill (Inclement Weather 3/7)

HH/LM - Registration deadline for ACT test given 4/14 (for more information go to www.actstudent.org)


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No School for High SchoolsStaff Development for HS (Full Day)PSSA Mathematics Grades 3-8 (April 16-20)HH/LM - Registration Deadline for SAT Given 5/5 (for more information go to www.collegeboard.org)

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HH - IB Exams PSSA Make-up (April 30-May 4)

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1. Tiger Yang, Grade 1Watercolor, Oil Pastel and Paper

2. Kamryn Grossman, Grade 5MarkerPaint Splatter Tessellation

3. Anirudh Manivannan, Grade 3InkZentangle Initial Design

4. Sofia Siano, Grade 4CeramicNative American-Inspired Coil Pottery

5. Sofie Singer, Grade 3 Yarn Weaving

6. Maya Taranath, Grade: 4WatercolorNon-Representational Abstract Painting

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HH - IB Exams PSSA Make-up (April 30-May 4)HH/LM - Registration deadline for ACT test given 6/9 (go to www.actstudent.org for more information)

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All Schools Early Dismissal - No Lunch Served Dismissal Times: HS 11:20 am; MS 11:55 am; ES 12:25 pm No PM Kindergarten Staff Development (Half Day)


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1. Claire Lu, Grade 8CraypasFall Landscape

2. Noa Cutler, Grade 7PastelStill Life Cake

3. Maria Wang, Grade 8PencilPortrait

4. Maren Zigmond, Grade 8Prisma PencilsKokopelli

5. Lily Guo, Grade 8Prisma PencilsDragon

6. Francesca Froio, Grade 7Aboriginal Dot Painting

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HH - IB Exams PSSA Make-up (April 30-May 4)HH/LM - Registration deadline for ACT test given 6/9 (go to www.actstudent.org for more information)

HH/LM - Seniors Only End of 4th Quarter


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HH - IB Exams HH/LM - AP Exams No School for Elementary and Middle Schools Staff Development for K-8 (Full Day)



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HH - Commencement at St. Joseph’s University 7 pm

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Closing Day for Students No PM Kindergarten No Lunch Served All Schools Early Dismissal Dismissal Times: HS 10:30 am; MS 11:55 am; ES 12:25 pmHH/LM – Final Exams

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Secondary Summer School(June 25-August 3)

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1. Sohee Park, Grade 3Glue/Colored ChalkGlue and Chalk Leaves Drawing

2. Abigail Mosenco, Grade 5CeramicsDessert Slab Box

3. Carolyn Kelly, Grade 4Colored Pencil/MarkerOptical Illusion Drawing

4. Ella Gagliano, Grade 1Mixed MediaCherry Blossom Fan

5. Ava Grandwetter, Grade 5Colored PencilKeith Haring Drawing

6. LiShen Zhang, Grade 2WatercolorPicasso Rose Period Portrait

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LM - Commencement at St. Joesph's University 7 pm


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1. Iddo Schori, Grade 2CynwydInspiration African ElephantsMedia Clay & Tempera Paint

2. Addison Heasley, Grade 1Penn ValleyTempera Paint, Primary/ Secondary Color Still Life

3. Ivan Sanchez, Grade 5 MerionInk on PaperPop Art Print: Nachos

4. Anna Rose Hunt-Isaak, Grade 7Welsh ValleyPen and Ink Perspective

5. Kamya Benakanakere, Grade 2Belmont HillsTempera Paints, Chalk PastelsMonet Waterlilies

6. Sydney Wright, Grade 9Lower MerionMetal ArtsNecklace

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1. Jeffrey Grimes, Grade 2Penn WynneTempera paintMexican Folk Art Bird Collage

2. Amanda Glazer, Grade 12HarritionMetal ArtsRepousse Lion Neck Collar

3. Hope Riggs, Grade 1GladwynePaperPiet Mondrian-Inspired Collage

4. Aurora Murray, Grade 12Harriton Visual Arts, Self-Destruction

5. Richard Gallagher, Grade 4Penn ValleyPaper Mache, Oaxacan Alebrije

6. Caitlin McGinty, Grade 8Bala CynwydPrisma Pencils Radial Name Design

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LOWER MERION SCHOOL DISTRICTDirectory

Elementary SchoolsBELMONT HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL200 School StreetBala Cynwyd, PA 19004-1997Main: 610-645-1420Dr. Pamula Hart, PrincipalMs. Jennifer Kehoe, Assistant Principal

CYNWYD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL101 W. Levering Mill RoadBala Cynwyd, PA 19004-2796Main: 610-645-1430Dr. Daniel Martino, PrincipalMs. Renée Boylan Free, Assistant Principal

GLADWYNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL230 Righters Mill RoadGladwyne, PA 19035-1596Main: 610-645-1440Ms. Veronica Ellers, PrincipalMs. Jennifer Kehoe, Assistant Principal

MERION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL549 S. Bowman AvenueMerion, PA 19066-1499Main: 610-645-1470Ms. Anne Heffron, PrincipalMs. Lynne Partridge, Assistant Principal

PENN VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL301 Righters Mill RoadNarberth, PA 19072-1399Main: 610-645-1460Mr. Scott Mitchell, PrincipalMs. Renée Boylan Free, Assistant Principal

PENN WYNNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL250 Haverford RoadWynnewood, PA 19096-3298Main: 610-645-1450Mr. Shawn Bernatowicz, PrincipalMs. Lynne Partridge, Assistant Principal

Middle SchoolsBALA CYNWYD MIDDLE SCHOOL510 Bryn Mawr AvenueBala Cynwyd, PA 19004-2797Main: 610-645-1480Guidance: 610-645-1488Mr. Jason Potten, PrincipalMs. Gail Brown, Assistant PrincipalMr. Jeffrey Hunter, Assistant Principal

WELSH VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL325 Tower LaneNarberth, PA 19072-1198Main: 610-658-3920Mr. Christopher Hall, PrincipalMr. Joseph Devine, Assistant PrincipalMs. Sarah Stout, Assistant Principal

High SchoolsHARRITON HIGH SCHOOL600 N. Ithan AvenueRosemont, PA 19010-1799Main: 610-658-3950Activities/Athletics: 610-658-3976Guidance: 610-658-3961Mr. Scott Weinstein, PrincipalMr. Patrick Hogan, Assistant PrincipalMr. Michael Johnson,Assistant PrincipalMs. Lauren Marcuson, Assistant PrincipalMr. Thomas Ferguson, Director of Activities and Athletics

LOWER MERION HIGH SCHOOL315 E. Montgomery AvenueArdmore, PA 19003-3339Main: 610-645-1810Athletics/Activities: 610-645-1820Guidance: 610-645-1838Mr. Sean Hughes, PrincipalMs. Karen deFranco, Assistant PrincipalMr. Jon Fadely, Assistant PrincipalMr. Scott Kilpatrick,Assistant PrincipalMr. Donald Walsh, Director of Activities and Athletics

Visit www.lmsd.org for detailed directory information, including staff email and voicemail and to sign up for the District listserve. Important Numbers

Transportation Emergencies . . . . . . . . 610-645-1940

District Emergency Information Hotline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 610-645-0143

Registration, Residency . . . . . . . . . . . 610-645-1907

Transcript Inquiries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 610-645-1947

Central Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . 610-658-3996

School Board Comments and Questions . . . . . . . . . 610-645-1930

Services for Students with Special NeedsElementary Grades K-3 . . . . . . . . . . 610-645-1924Elementary Grades 4-5 . . . . . . . . . . 610-645-1830Secondary Grades 6-9 . . . . . . . . . . 610-645-1830Secondary Grades 10-12 . . . . . . . . 610-645-1879

Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment . . . . . . . 610-645-1920

Emily Kucharczuk, Grade 5, Gladwyne Metal Horse

Elementary SchoolsBELMONT HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL200 School StreetBala Cynwyd, PA 19004-1997Main: 610-645-1420Dr. Pamula Hart, PrincipalMs. Jennifer Kehoe, Assistant Principal

CYNWYD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL101 W. Levering Mill RoadBala Cynwyd, PA 19004-2796Main: 610-645-1430Dr. Daniel Martino, PrincipalMs. Renée Boylan Free, Assistant Principal

GLADWYNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL230 Righters Mill RoadGladwyne, PA 19035-1596Main: 610-645-1440Ms. Veronica Ellers, PrincipalMs. Jennifer Kehoe, Assistant Principal

MERION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL549 S. Bowman AvenueMerion, PA 19066-1499Main: 610-645-1470Ms. Anne Heffron, PrincipalMs. Lynne Partridge, Assistant Principal

PENN VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL301 Righters Mill RoadNarberth, PA 19072-1399Main: 610-645-1460Mr. Scott Mitchell, PrincipalMs. Renée Boylan Free, Assistant Principal

PENN WYNNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL250 Haverford RoadWynnewood, PA 19096-3298Main: 610-645-1450Mr. Shawn Bernatowicz, PrincipalMs. Lynne Partridge, Assistant Principal

Middle SchoolsBALA CYNWYD MIDDLE SCHOOL510 Bryn Mawr AvenueBala Cynwyd, PA 19004-2797Main: 610-645-1480Guidance: 610-645-1488Mr. Jason Potten, PrincipalMs. Gail Brown, Assistant PrincipalMr. Jeffrey Hunter, Assistant Principal

WELSH VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL325 Tower LaneNarberth, PA 19072-1198Main: 610-658-3920Mr. Christopher Hall, PrincipalMr. Joseph Devine, Assistant PrincipalMs. Sarah Stout, Assistant Principal

High SchoolsHARRITON HIGH SCHOOL600 N. Ithan AvenueRosemont, PA 19010-1799Main: 610-658-3950Activities/Athletics: 610-658-3976Guidance: 610-658-3961Mr. Scott Weinstein, PrincipalMr. Patrick Hogan, Assistant PrincipalMr. Michael Johnson,Assistant PrincipalMs. Lauren Marcuson, Assistant PrincipalMr. Thomas Ferguson, Director of Activities and Athletics

LOWER MERION HIGH SCHOOL315 E. Montgomery AvenueArdmore, PA 19003-3339Main: 610-645-1810Athletics/Activities: 610-645-1820Guidance: 610-645-1838Mr. Sean Hughes, PrincipalMs. Karen deFranco, Assistant PrincipalMr. Jon Fadely, Assistant PrincipalMr. Scott Kilpatrick,Assistant PrincipalMr. Donald Walsh, Director of Activities and Athletics

Administration Mr. Robert Copeland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .610-645-1930 Superintendent of Schools

Dr. Scott Eveslage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .610-645-1808 Assistant Superintendent

Ms. Megan Shafer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .610-645-1928 Sr. Director of Policy, Personnel & School Programs

Mr. Victor Orlando . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .610-645-1970 Business Manager

Mr. Patrick Guinnane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .610-645-1980 Director of Operations

Mr. George Frazier. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .610-645-1925 Director of Information Systems

Mr. Brian Cote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .610-645-1920 Director of K-12 Curriculum, Instruction & Professional Learning

Ms. Kimberly Fraser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .610-645-1918 Director of Student Services & Special Education

Mr. Douglas Young . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .610-645-1977 Director of School & Community Relations

Ms. Karen Castaneda . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .610-645-1990 Director of Nutritional Services

Mr. Uldis Vilcins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .610-645-1940 Supervisor of Transportation

Ms. Terry Quinlan-Clampffer . . . . . . . . . . . . .610-645-1903 Lead Supervisor of School Health & Student Safety

Mr. Dennis Witt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .610-645-1972 Supervisor of Safety, Security & Custodians

DepartmentsBoard Secretary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 610-645-1930

Board Treasurer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 610-645-1970

Business Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 610-645-1963

Educational Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . 610-645-1920

Health Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 610-645-1829

Human Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 610-645-1953

Nutritional Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 610-645-1990

Operations/Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . 610-645-1980

Operations/Transportation . . . . . . . . . 610-645-1940

Policy and Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 610-645-1928

Student Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 610-645-1918

School & Community Relations . . . . . 610-645-1977

Technology Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 610-645-1925

District FacilitiesIndoor Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 610-645-1993

LMHS Fields only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 610-645-1993

All other LMSD Playing Fields* . . . . . . 610-645-6186

*Lower Merion Township Parks & Recreation Dept.

For information and questions regarding homebound instruction, social worker visitation, psychological services and counseling services, please contact the principal or guidance counselor at your child’s school.

Caitlin Terosky, Grade 2, CynwydTempera Paint, Colored Pencil Jacob Lawrence Migration Inspired

Zoe Weinstein, Grade 9, Lower MerionMixed Media

• One of the 2016-17 “Best Communities for Music Education” by the NAMM Foundation honoring schools for exceptional efforts to maintain music education as part of the core curriculum and for the breadth and quality of the musical program.

• Named to the College Board’s 7th Annual AP Honor Roll – a distinction awarded to districts that have opened the AP classroom doors to a significantly broader pool of applicants while improving the percentage of students earning scores of 3 or higher.

• U.S. News & World Report once again ranked Lower Merion and Harriton high schools among the best at both the state and national levels.

• Harriton and Lower Merion were named among “Ameri-ca’s Most Challenging High Schools” by The Washing-ton Post, ranking schools that best challenge students to reach their full potential through college-level tests.

• LMSD students earned the highest ACT scores in the region among non-admission based schools.

• The District hosted its fourth annual Girls Empower-ment Conference to address gender inequality in politics and business; discrimination against people of color, the LGBTQ community and other minorities; preventing dating violence; and strengthening skills in technology, negotiations and financial literacy.

• During the past eight years, 501 LMSD seniors – representing an average of nearly 12% of each graduating class - have been recognized through the National Merit Scholarship Program.

• Harriton Science Olympiad won its 19th state title in the last 20 years at the 2017 State Competition and finished second overall at the National Science Olympiad. LMHS, WVMS and BCMS students also earned individual first-place medals at the state competition.

• Harriton and Lower Merion buildOn community teams recorded more than 12,000 hours of service through 111 service projects during the 2016-17 school year.

• LMHS artists earned 22 awards across a variety of mediums and categories in the 2017 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards contest.

• LMSD bus drivers captured first place in the 2017 Montgomery-Bucks School Bus Safety Competition.

• LMSD seniors once again earned admission to the finest colleges and universities in the nation, including all Ivy League universities and all of US News’ top ten liberal arts colleges and national universities.

• The LMHS boys tennis team earned its third consecutive state title in 2017.

• Lower Merion’s JV 4+ girls crew team earned first place at the 2017 Stotesbury Cup Regatta and US National Rowing Championships.

• Harriton and LMHS robotics teams advanced to regional and state competition.

• The LMHS girls ultimate Frisbee team captured a second consecutive state championship in 2017

• The Harriton girls tennis team captured its first state championship at the AAA (large school) classification in 2016.

• Harriton and Lower Merion teams earned regional and district excellence in basketball, tennis, soccer, track & field, lacrosse, crew, and cross country.

• BCMS, WVMS, HHS and LMHS Technology Student Association teams combined for the most first-place finishes at the PA TSA Conference of any District in the state.

• Representatives of the US Department of Education visited Harriton as part of a “Green Strides” tour of United States Green Ribbon Schools Award Winners.

• LMSD teachers were recognized at the state and national level for excellence in 2017.

For more highlights and achievements, please visit www.lmsd.org.

Lower Merion School District301 E. Montgomery AvenueArdmore, PA 19003-3399

www.lmsd.orgLMSDtv Comcast Channel 22 • Verizon Fios 36Robert Copeland, Superintendent

Special thanks to LMSD staff Doug Young, Anna O’Hora, Dan Capkin and Penny Glackman and Kerry McIntyre Photography for photos that appear in this calendar.

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LMSD Points of Pride 2016-17 The Lower Merion School District is proud of the following accomplishments:

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