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School CalendarLOWER MERION SCHOOL DISTRICT ARDMORE, PA3864912016201710257Featuring student artwork and the people of Lower Merion School District
LOWER MERION SCHOOL DISTRICTENTER TO LEARN. GO FORTH TO SERVE.Lower Merion School DistrictThe Lower Merion School District (LMSD), located inPhiladelphia’s historic Main Line suburbs, serves the 62,000residents of Lower Merion Township and the Borough ofNarberth. Established as one of Pennsylvania’s first publicschool districts in 1836, LMSD enjoys a rich tradition ofachievement, innovation and community partnership and alongstanding reputation as one of the finest school systemsin the United States. The District’s six elementary schools,two middle schools and two high schools provide a challenging, multidisciplinary academic program and a dynamicco-curricular experience to more than 8,000 students.All of the District’s schools have received state andnational recognition for excellence. LMSD schools rankamong the highest in Pennsylvania for SAT and PSAT scores,total number of National Merit Semifinalists, total numberof International Baccalaureate diplomas granted andappear in numerous “Top Schools” lists. Approximately97% of high school graduates attend institutions ofhigher learning.LMSD’s comprehensive instructional program encompassesan array of services for special needs and gifted children,community-based learning programs, extended daycare,early-intervention literacy support, an InternationalBaccalaureate diploma program and a full menuof college prep, honors and AP courses. An extensive rangeof course offerings in core areas, music and the arts,technology and special subjects form the foundation of theDistrict’s secondary curriculum. Themed, yearlong middleschool programs offer students enhanced opportunities toexplore subjects through hands-on, interdisciplinary studyand block scheduling. The District’s world languagesprogram enables all students to receive uninterruptedworld language instruction from second grade until thetime they graduate. More than 500 supervised academic,athletic, community outreach and performance orientedco-curricular programs are available in the District, fromelementary technology clubs to high school varsity sports.In addition to serving student programs, the District’sfacilities are utilized by thousands of community membersfor enrichment programs, recreation and general use.The District’s new strategic plan, All Forward, is the resultof significant community collaboration and serves as astrategic 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, studentengagement and community partnerships.The District’s professional staff consists of 768 full-timeteachers, 89% of whom have advanced degrees. The facultyis complemented by a support staff of 633 skilled individuals. A counselor and psychologist are available in everyschool.LMSD maintains one of the lowest class size averagesin Pennsylvania. In addition to providing a supportiveteaching environment, the District offers competitivesalaries and benefits and extensive staff developmentopportunities.All ten of the District’s schools have been completelymodernized in the past ten years to serve the needs of a 21stcentury education. LMSD was recently named one of the 14nationwide recipients of the U.S. Department of Education’sfirst-ever Green Ribbon Schools District Sustainability Award,selected for its exemplary efforts to reduce environmentalimpact and utility costs, promote better health and ensureeffective 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
Committed to excellence and continuousimprovement, LMSD strives to ensurethat all students achieve their highest levelof critical thinking and creativity, that theyvalue themselves and the diversity of others,and they are knowledgeable, contributingcitizens capable of excelling in a rapidlychanging world. This is accomplishedby individuals engaging in innovative,active experiences tailored to myriadways of learning and in partnership withour community.Dear LMSD Families,The annual LMSD Calendar has long been known as a showcase for the District’s exceptional student artwork. This year’scalendar continues that tradition, with works from all ten schools representing a variety of forms, genres, media and styles.Art is a critical component of the LMSD educational experience. The study of art provides students with new ways of seeingthemselves and the world. Our students are encouraged to express their ideas and come to understand the visions of theirclassmates and of professional artists. Guided by a team of experienced and dedicated art teachers, they explore thelanguage of aesthetics and how to think critically about the art that surrounds them. They acquire technical skills,a broad knowledge of materials and media and the discipline and dedication necessary to complete complex projects.They learn and practice the process of creation and engage in the many decisions that lead to a work of art.In addition to this publication, there are a number of opportunities throughout the year to enjoy student art, fromthe annual ISC Art Show and school-based art festivals to a walk through our school buildings, where permanent andtemporary collections are on display. We encourage you to take a few moments this year to observe and appreciate thisremarkable work.While art and important event dates are the focus of the calendar, content has been expanded this year to include moreextensive quick-reference information. Included are school start and dismissal times, emergency closing guidelines,communications resources, District policies, student services and much more. We hope you find these resources helpful.For more detailed information, including comprehensive calendar listings, announcements and updates, please continueto visit our website, www.lmsd.org.Thank you for your continued support of the arts and our schools. Best wishes for a safe, successful and enjoyable 2016-17school year.Sincerely,Robert CopelandSuperintendentRobin Vann LynchPresident, Board of School DirectorsPSS. . . . . 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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . All Schools Closed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Early DismissalON THE COVER1. Aurora Murray, Grade 11, HarritonCollage, Self-Portrait2. Ishana Baboo, Grade 7, Bala CynwydPaper Mache, Day of the Dead Mask3. Valentina Villadiego, Grade 8, Welsh ValleyCut Paper, Henri Matisse Inspired Collage4. Charlotte Conybear, Grade 4, CynwydInk, Inspired Sumi-e Observational Painting5. Valerie Whang, Grade 2, Penn ValleyTempera & Marker, Amate Bark Paper Painting6. Maia Frazee Leute, Grade 1, Belmont HillsOil Pastel, Tie Dye7. Maya Johnson, Grade 5, GladwyneInk, Warhol Inspired Pop Art Prints8. Thaisen Nguyen, Grade 12, Lower MerionDigital Photography, City Hall9. Brendan McGrew, Grade 4, MerionClay, Pennsylvania Dutch Hex Sign Plate10. Danielle Brady, Grade 3, Penn WynneChalk Pastel,William Thiebaud Inspired Pop Art Drawing
LOWER MERION SCHOOL DISTRICTSchedule InformationBoard ofSchool DirectorsSchool Directors are elected at municipal elections onodd-numbered years to serve four-year terms, beginning onthe first Monday in December following their election. Theprimary responsibility of the Board of School Directors is toset policies that define the nature of public education fromkindergarten through the twelfth grade. Parents, staff,students and residents are encouraged to attend SchoolBoard meetings. Time is set aside for questions, comments,or suggestions from the public at each meeting. There is aBusiness Meeting each month during which formal actionoccurs. During the school year, an Education Committee &Supplementary Regular Board Meeting is also held eachmonth, except during December and June. Meetings areheld on Monday evenings at 8:00 pm in the LMSD Administration Building, Board Room. School Board meetingsduring the school year are usually videotaped and airedon the District’s Educational Access Channel. Unlessotherwise noted on the cable channel or District website,airings occur on the Thursday after the meeting at 7:00 pmand again on Saturday at 10:00 am, Sunday at 7:00 pm,Monday at 10:00 am and Tuesday at 7:00 pm. PreviouslySCHOOL HOURSElementary Schools . . . . . . . . . . 9:00 am – 3:35 pmKindergarten: Morning . . . . . . . 9:00 am – 11:50 amAfternoon. . . . . . 12:45 pm – 3:35 pmMiddle Schools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:20 am – 3:05 pmHigh Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30 am – 2:40 pmTop: Robert Copeland, Superintendent;Robin Vann Lynch, President; Melissa Gilbert,Vice President; Laurie Actman, Diane DiBonaventuroBottom: Ben Driscoll, David Federman, Maureen O’Leary,Virginia Pollard, Subha Robinsonvideotaped meetings may also be viewed on the LMSDwebsite www.lmsd.org. Please go to the “Board ofDirectors” section and click on “View Recent Meetings.”Directors also serve on various Board Committees,including: Communications, Curriculum, Facilities,Finance, Human Resources, Legislative, Policy and AdHoc Legal. Committee meetings are open to the publicand schedules are posted on the District website.School Board Business and Education Meetings2016-2017 SCHOOL YEARThis is a list of scheduled Board Meetings. Please visit www.lmsd.org for any future changes.MEETINGSMondays, 8:00 pmLMSD ADM Bldg., Board Rm.301 E. Montgomery AvenueArdmore, PA 19003EDUCATION COMMITTEE &SUPPLEMENTARY REGULAR BOARD MEETINGSeptember 12, 2016October 10, 2016November 14, 2016BUSINESS MEETINGSSeptember 19, 2016October 17, 2016November 21, 2016December 5, 2016 Reorganization MeetingDecember 19, 2016SCHOOL CLOSING INFORMATIONUse any of the following sources for informationregarding weather-related school closings andemergency announcements:District Website. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.lmsd.orgComcast Cable Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Verizon Fios Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36LMSD Emergency Hotline: . . . . . . . . . . 610-645-0143KYW News Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1060 AMListen for School Closing #302Twitter: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . @LowerMerionSDThe District’s automated messaging system may alsobe utilized. A voicemail and email message will besent to emergency contact phone numbers providedby parents at the start of the current school year.The phone messaging system will only be used forweather-related announcements when theseannouncements can be made before 10:00 pmand after 8:00 am, unless advised otherwise.FACTORS FOR SCHOOL CLOSINGSThe Superintendent of Schools and OperationsDepartment administrators monitor weatherconditions throughout the year, especially during thewinter months. The extent to which winter weatheraffects the operation of our schools and bus transportation varies with the amount and type of precipitation. The time of day the storm occurs and theweather conditions during and after a storm are alsofactors that must be considered. The most importantconsideration is the safety of students and staff.
School & Community OrganizationsEach of our ten schools maintains an active Home &School Association (HSA) that meets regularly to informparents 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 theirschool’s HSA.COMMUNITY PARTNERSLMSD maintains active partnerships with a number ofcommunity organizations and greatly values the contributions of community members in various school-basedinitiatives. Community partners help enhance studentlearning and provide valuable resources to support schoolprojects. Individual schools often maintain partnershipsfor specific projects and initiatives throughout the year.The District officially recognizes several school-relatedorganizations whose missions and functions directlysupport LMSD schools and students. These organizationsinclude Interschool Council, Home & School Associations,the Committee for Special Education, the Lower MerionTownship Scholarship Fund, the Committee to AddressRace in Education, the Lower Merion/Harriton AlumniAssociation and the Education Foundation of Lower Merion.Any organization interested in partnering with or supporting Lower Merion School District, should contact the Officeof Community Relations at info@lmsd.org. To make atax-deductible financial contribution or donation of goods/services, please contact the LMSD Business Office atbudget@lmsd.org.INTERSCHOOL COUNCIL (ISC)The Interschool Council (ISC) is the umbrella organizationfor the ten Home and School Associations (HSAs) in LowerMerion School District. The ISC strives to enhance education throughout the District by promoting communicationamong parents/guardians, teachers, administrators, theBoard of School Directors and the general community.HOME & SCHOOL ASSOCIATION (HSA)Each of the District’s ten schools maintains an activeHome & School Association (HSA) that meets regularlyto inform parents of upcoming school and District-wideinitiatives, plan activities, provide a forum for ideas andconcerns and act as a liaison between parents and schoolstaff. All parents are invited to actively participate in theirschool’s HSA.Each HSA maintains a school listserve that providesimportant information and updates to school families.Parents/guardians may register for these listservesthrough the District website or via their individual HSA.COMMITTEE FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION (CSE)Founded in 1972, CSE is a parent-led volunteer organization serving families of students with an IEP, GIEP or 504Service Agreement. CSE hosts general meetings on topicsof interest to families and runs a monthly brown bag lunchas an informal gathering for parents/guardians to sharetheir experiences. Visit http://www.lmcse.org/ for moreinformation.LOWER MERION TOWNSHIP SCHOLARSHIP FUND (LMTSF)LMTSF awards grants on a financial need basis to graduates of Lower Merion and Harriton high schools for posthigh school education. This includes funds for colleges,universities, vocational/technical or business schools forup to four years or eight semesters. Contributions comefrom District residents, industry, civic and social organizations, proceeds from school photographs, the sale ofTribute Cards through HSAs and student and parent fundraising activities. For more information call 610-645-1893or visit www.lmtsf.org.LOWER MERION/HARRITON ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONThe purpose of the Lower Merion/Harriton AlumniAssociation is to help maintain the bonds between oldfriends and their high school alma maters. The AlumniAssociation maintains a database of all graduates,assists the class agent with reunion planning andsponsors a Distinguished Alumni Award Program. Harritonand Lower Merion graduates are invited to officially jointhe Alumni Association to help ensure a strong, enduringconnection to the school community. For more information,please visit the Alumni Association website:www.lmhalum.org.2016-2017 HSA, ISC, CSE PRESIDENTSISC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Claudia BakerMelanie SchafmeisterCSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Karin FoxBelmont Hills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jim SpeerAndrea TickleCynwyd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Anna LanfordLisa MaslowGladwyne. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Melanie BacineDebbie DixonMerion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maryellen RiggioTracy CoylePenn Valley. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Whitney HoffmanSandy MarcusPenn Wynne. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Christina ElegadoTracee ZevanBala Cynwyd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Karen DunleavyKes MessengerWelsh Valley. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rachel LesterHarriton. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Anne AndresSherry WertLower Merion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sarah AltmanMaryAnne Potter
LOWER MERION SCHOOL DISTRICTCommunicationsWEBSITEComprehensive information about the District isavailable online at www.lmsd.org. The website includesindividual school home pages, teacher pages and staffcontact information, online registration for school andDistrict programs, transportation information, cafeteriamenus, school supply lists and a variety of otherresources.STUDENT PROGRESS – POWERSCHOOLPowerSchool is a powerful, easy-to-use, secure communication tool connecting teachers, parents and studentsthrough the LMSD website. Using Pearson’s PowerSchoolstudent information system, the Portal allows collaboration to improve student achievement. Up-to-date,online access to grades, homework, attendance andassignments makes it easier for parents, teachers andstudents to accurately monitor, identify and acceleratestudent progress.PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCESDates and times for parent-teacher conferences are listedon the school calendar. Please consult with your child’sschool for scheduling information.ASSESSMENTSThe District administers a variety of assessments tomonitor and support student achievement. Assessmentsmay be utilized specifically for academic placement; someare state-mandated; some are part of a District-wideassessment initiative; and others are required for collegeadmission. The District communicates assessmentresults (including report cards) via mail at the elementarylevel and via the PowerSchool student information systemat the secondary level.CONTACTING YOUR CHILD’S TEACHER Use email for brief questions. C ontact your child’s teacher by phone or schedule anin-person meeting for more detailed conversations. P lease give the teacher a reasonable amountof time to respond, as they may not haveaccess to email during the school day – aresponse can usually be expected within24 hours. Y ou may also call the school office and leavea message.ASK THE SUPERINTENDENTAsk the Superintendent events are open,public forums hosted by Superintendent RobertCopeland to provide community members theopportunity to ask questions and engage inconversations about District topics. A list ofdates can be found on-line at www.lmsd.orgHOW TO RESOLVE A PROBLEM E lementary school parents should contact theirclassroom teacher or principal first. M iddle and high school parents should speak with thechild’s teacher and/or guidance counselor. Contact theassistant principal for discipline-related issues and theprincipal, if your problem is not resolved. T elephone numbers can be found in the School Directoryat the end of this calendar. I f academic questions are not fully addressed at theschool level, contact the assistant superintendent’soffice. O ther concerns may be addressed to the assistantsuperintendent. I f you continue to have unresolved questions, you maybring the matter to the superintendent and, finally, tothe Board of School Directors, by writing the Board at301 East Montgomery Avenue, Ardmore, PA 19003 orvia email at communitycomments@lmsd.org.SOCIAL MEDIALMSD is on Facebook and Twitter. The District’s socialmedia accounts are both great ways to stay updated onDistrict-related news and information. Be sure to followLMSD on Twitter (@LowerMerionSD) and Facebook.LMSDTVLMSDtv programming can be viewed on Comcast Channel6 and Verizon Fios Channel 36. Normal programmingincludes Board of School Directors meetings, studentproductions and a slide presentation of information,announcements and student, staff, school and Districtrecognitions.
Additional ServicesSCHOOL COUNSELING SERVICESThe American School Counseling Association (ASCA) andthe Pennsylvania School Counseling Association (PSCA)asserts that school counseling is an integral part of theoverall educational experience. Lower Merion SchoolDistrict’s school counseling department is committedto providing all students with a comprehensive schoolcounseling program, which systematically addressesthe three areas of academic, career and personal/socialdevelopment. The goal is to assist students in exploring,planning and realizing their individual interests,abilities and goals, thus helping them to reach theirfull potential as productive members of society.HEALTH SERVICESHealth Services are available in each school to supportstudent health, learning and achievement. The HealthServices team is composed of certified school nurses,staff nurses and consultants (dentist and physician). Inaddition to providing direct services to students, schoolnurses promote health and risk reduction and plan andcoordinate ongoing, comprehensive health care programsand services for students in collaboration with familiesand treating medical professionals.Direct services to students include: nursing assessment,diagnosis and treatment; physical/dental assessmentsand screenings mandated by the Pennsylvania Department of Health; management and control of acute andchronic disease; monitoring of immunization status andimplementation of immunization programs; administration of medication and skilled nursing procedures; anddevelopment of Individualized Health Care Plans asneeded for individual students. Members of the healthservices team provide culturally competent healthservices, education and counseling to promote healthyliving and to reduce health risks.In addition to their roles as direct service providersand educators, nurses also develop and coordinatea continuum of ongoing, comprehensive health careprograms and services for students in collaboration withtheir families, the school and the community. SchoolNurses support students by participation in buildingbased teams including the Student Assistance Program,achievement teams, IEP teams, 504, crisis interventionand other school based teams. School nurses plan andpresent a variety of staff development programs andeducational programs for students around health issues.TRANSPORTATIONThe LMSD Transportation Department provides busservices for both the District and local private schools.Each day during the school year, LMSD buses transportmore than 9,000 students to 136 school locations inthe Delaware Valley. The District’s fleet of 120 vehiclesincludes 65 buses fueled by compressed natural gas(CNG), the largest fleet of alternative fuel school buseson the East Coast.LMSD buses are monitored by a Global PositioningSystem (GPS) to help ensure an efficient, safe and securetransportation system. GPS-equipped buses enable theDistrict to track the location, direction and speed of ourvehicles. Beginning with the 2016-17 school year, amajority of buses are now equipped with security cameras. The cameras have proven to be an effective tool fordistricts nationwide seeking to deter misconduct on busesand can provide critical information in situations whendisciplinary action may be considered.For questions, requests and concerns, please visit theTransportation page on the District website and click theInformation Request Form. Complete safety guidelinesare also available on the website and should be reviewedbefore the start of each school year. For specific busassignment, bus stop and pick-up time information,please contact your school.NUTRITIONAL SERVICESLMSD Nutritional Services provides more than 7,000meals per day in the District’s ten public schools andnearly 500 meals to satellite operations and privateschools throughout the area. This includes a full servicebreakfast and lunch program. The department also offersextensive catering services for meetings, banquets andspecial events.Each school has a fully equipped kitchen and all food isprepared on site. Students carrying their own lunches maypurchase assorted milk products and 100% juices as wellas a-la-carte products. The District participates in theNational School Breakfast and Lunch Program, whichprovides free and reduced-price lunches based uponneed. A salad bar or equivalent is offered at all schools.Information regarding breakfast and lunch programs isdistributed on the first day of school. Menus for elementary, middle and high schools are published regularly onthe District website.LMSD Nutritional Services has taken a leadership rolein the effort to promote healthy choices in the schoolcafeteria. The District was among the first in Pennsylvania to eliminate the use of cooking oils that containtrans-fats and became the first District in the state toeliminate all items with trans-fats from the menu. TheDistrict’s School Health Advisory Council (SHAC), composed of parents, dieticians, health care professionals,students, faculty and other community members, hasworked together to assist the District in the developmentof wellness and nutrition policies that promote healthfuleating through nutrition education and a schoolenvironment that is supportive of healthful eating.The District employs a full-time dietician.
LOWER MERION SCHOOL DISTRICTSpecial EducationLMSD provides an extensive range of educational servicesand supports for students with special needs. Theseservices include: Learning Support, Emotional Support,Autistic Support and Life Skills Support. Speech/languagetherapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, hearingsupport, vision therapy, transition services, ESY and 504Service Agreements also are provided to eligible studentsrequiring these services due to an educational need. Abroad array of supplementary aids and services to supportstudents’ educational needs includes communicationdevices, audio versions of books, assistive technology, abraille production center and pre-vocational opportunities.The continuum of programs and services for children withdisabilities varies in accordance with the changing needsof our community.Jon Berman, Grade 9, Lower MerionTempera Paint, LandscapeRegistrationASSESSING STUDENT NEEDSThe District informs the public about special educationthrough its website, brochures and posters provided by theMontgomery County Intermediate Unit (MCIU) and publicnotices placed by the MCIU in local newspapers. As partof our Child Find responsibilities, the District’s School AgeTransition Team (SATT) assesses the educational needs ofstudents transitioning from early intervention programsand also consults with local pre-schools regarding theeducational needs of incoming students. In addition, theeducational needs of students attending District schoolsare monitored by each school’s Achievement Team. Theseteams focus on meeting the educational needs of studentswithin the general educational classroom with increasingintensity and frequency of general education supportsas indicated by data.INCLUSIONLMSD has a long-standing commitment to the inclusion of studentsrequiring specially designed instruction within the general educationenvironment to the extent appropriatefor t
School Board Business and Education Meetings . 2016-2017 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 12, 2016 October 10, 2016 . November 14, 2016 . BUSINESS MEETINGS. September 19, 2016 October 17, 2016 .
